2-Week England, Ireland and Scotland Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 2-week England, Ireland And Scotland tour itineraries

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• 14 Days in Scotland & Ireland, incl. Glasgow and Dublin

  The 14-day British Isles tour covers 29 destinations across England, Ireland, and Scotland. Highlights include Kelvingrove Museum, Edinburgh Castle, Titanic Belfast, and Ring of Kerry. Luxury stays at hotels including Atholl Palace with expert guides rated 5.0/5.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Glasgow & Western Highlands

    Start your trip in Glasgow, spending the afternoon on a city tour and visiting the Kelvingrove Art Gallery. Your second day includes a 45-minute Loch Lomond cruise followed by a visit to Inveraray Castle. "The Scotland portion was excellent - our guide played folk music specific to each region we drove through, adding such wonderful atmosphere to the journey."

    
  • Days 3-4

    Isle of Skye & Northern Highlands

    Take the "Road to the Isles" to Skye with a 2.5-hour ferry crossing. Visit Armadale Castle before continuing to Loch Ness. The next day features Culloden Battlefield and a traditional sheepdog demonstration. Visit Culloden early in the morning to avoid the tour bus crowds.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Perthshire & St Andrews

    Visit Blair Castle and enjoy a whisky tasting at Blair Athol Distillery. The next day takes you to historic Glamis Castle and St Andrews, the home of golf. "Watching the sunset over the Old Course at St Andrews was magical - arrive by 7 PM in summer for the best light."

    
  • Days 7-8

    Edinburgh & Belfast Crossing

    Spend a full day at Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. If you're traveling in August, book the Royal Military Tattoo well in advance. The next day, take a 2.5-hour ferry to Belfast and visit the Titanic Belfast museum.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Dublin & County Kerry

    Explore Dublin on a hop-on-hop-off bus, including the Guinness Storehouse. Visit Guinness first thing in the morning to skip the long lines. The next day, drive to Blarney Castle (3.5 hours from Dublin). Get there by 9 AM to beat the crowds at the Blarney Stone.

    
  • Days 11-12

    Ring of Kerry & Cliffs of Moher

    Travel the beautiful Ring of Kerry with a stop at Valentia Island. "The Skellig Experience Centre gets very busy - go right at opening time." Take the Shannon ferry to the Cliffs of Moher the next day. Late afternoon offers the best photo lighting.

    
  • Days 13-14

    Galway & Final Dublin Night

    Visit Galway before returning to Dublin. "The Temple Bar area gets extremely crowded - ask your guide about local pubs in the Liberties area for a more authentic experience." The tour ends after breakfast on day 14.

    

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• 13 Day UK & Ireland Itinerary, incl. London and Edinburgh

  Your 13-day British Isles tour features Stonehenge, Dublin's Guinness Storehouse, and Edinburgh Castle. Quality hotels include Park Inn Cardiff and Braids Hill Edinburgh, with expert guides rated 4.8/5 leading cultural experiences.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    England & Wales

    Leave London early at 8:30 AM to avoid traffic. Visit Stonehenge before 11 AM when it gets busy. Next stop is Bath, where you'll want comfortable shoes for the Roman baths. "The Roman baths are incredible, but bring good shoes as the ancient stones get very slippery." Stay overnight in Cardiff before moving on to Stratford-upon-Avon and Liverpool. Plan about 2-3 hours to explore Beatles sites in Liverpool.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Dublin & Eastern Ireland

    Catch the morning ferry from Liverpool to Dublin. It takes about 2.5 hours. "Don't miss the evening atmosphere at Temple Bar, but eat dinner elsewhere as prices are inflated in that area." Start your Dublin sightseeing at the Guinness Storehouse when it opens to avoid crowds. The next day, check out Waterford and Blarney Castle. "Go early to kiss the Blarney Stone - lines get very long by midday."

    
  • Days 5-7

    Western Ireland

    Stay in Killarney to explore the Ring of Kerry. Drive clockwise to avoid tour buses. One visitor shared: "The jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park was a highlight - but bring rain gear as weather changes quickly." Visit the Cliffs of Moher around 4 PM for good light and smaller crowds. Leave time for Galway, especially Shop Street with its traditional music.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Northern Ireland & Scottish Highlands

    Walk Derry's walls and see the Giant's Causeway. Book Titanic Belfast tickets online to skip the lines. Take the ferry to Scotland and drive into the Highlands. "The Glencoe photo stops are incredible but bring windproof layers - it's much colder than you'd expect."

    
  • Days 10-11

    Edinburgh

    Take two full days to explore Edinburgh. "Book Edinburgh Castle tickets for first entry and head straight to the Crown Jewels before crowds build." Walk the Royal Mile early or late in the day. Consider a side trip to Stirling Castle if you want a less crowded castle experience.

    
  • Days 12-13

    Northern England & Return

    Stop at Alnwick Castle and historic York. "York Minster is stunning but save time for walking the city walls - it's the best way to see the city." End with punting in Cambridge before heading back to London. The drive takes about 1.5 hours but plan for more during rush hour.

    

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• 14 Days in British Isles, incl. London and Dublin

  This 14-day British Isles tour covers 25 cities. Visit Edinburgh's UNESCO center, take a Loch Ness cruise, explore Trinity College Dublin, and stand atop the Cliffs of Moher. Package includes selected hotels and traditional dinners in Cork and Limerick.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    London

    Begin in London with a morning tour of Westminster, Parliament, and the City. Take the Thames Valley trip to Windsor Castle in the afternoon for $40. It's best to arrive before lunch when it's less crowded. In the evening, join the included walking tour of Leicester Square and Soho. The next morning, visit Camden Market early to avoid the midday rush.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Northern England & Edinburgh

    Travel to Cambridge, just 2.5 hours from London. The college courtyards are quietest before 10am. Stop in York for lunch and see York Minster cathedral. End your day in Durham to see the UNESCO cathedral illuminated at night. Next day, visit Alnwick Castle early before the tour buses arrive. It's a popular spot for Harry Potter fans. Continue to Edinburgh for an afternoon tour.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Scottish Highlands & Northern Ireland

    Travel through the Highlands with stops at Pitlochry for a whisky distillery tour and Loch Ness. Note that winter trips between Nov 15-Feb visit Stirling Castle instead due to shorter days. Take the morning ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast (3 hours) and continue to Dublin for the night.

    
  • Days 7-9

    Dublin & Southern Ireland

    Start with a Dublin orientation tour, then spend your afternoon at Trinity College. Travel south to Cork, stopping at Powerscourt Gardens and Kilkenny. Take an evening walking tour in Cork. Next day, explore Kinsale and Killarney National Park, including a jaunting car ride to Ross Castle. A recent visitor shared: "The horse-drawn carriage tour gave us the perfect introduction to Killarney's lakes and mountains - just bring a raincoat as Irish weather is unpredictable!"

    
  • Days 10-11

    Western Ireland

    Visit the Cliffs of Moher in the morning before fog sets in. Spend time in Galway's historic streets. The next day, stop at Clonmacnoise monastery ruins on your way back to Dublin.

    
  • Days 12-14

    Wales & England

    Cross to Wales by ferry (3.5 hours) and visit Caernarfon Castle. Next stop is Liverpool for a Beatles tour. Your final day includes Stratford-upon-Avon and Oxford before returning to London. Book dinner early in London to secure a table in popular areas.

    

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