2-Week Ireland and Scotland Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 2-week Ireland And Scotland itineraries

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• 14 Day Ireland & Scotland Itinerary, incl. Dublin and Edinburgh

  Rich cultural heritage unfolds over 14 days visiting Dublin's Trinity College, Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, and Edinburgh Castle. Highlights include whisky tastings, traditional tea at Ardgowan Estate, and nights at iconic properties like Ballygally Castle.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Dublin

    Start your trip in Ireland's capital. Take a full day to get over jet lag and see the city. Visit Trinity College in the early morning. The cobbled courtyards look great in the morning light. As one traveler noted, "The Book of Kells and library were incredible, but go before 10am to avoid tour group crowds." Make time for St. Patrick's Cathedral and the Guinness Storehouse.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Cork & Blarney

    Travel to Cork, with a stop at the Irish National Stud Farm. A visitor shared: "The Japanese Gardens were unexpectedly stunning - plan at least 90 minutes here." Get to Blarney Castle before 9am to kiss the stone without the crowds. Wear shoes with good grip since the castle steps can be slippery.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Killarney & Ring of Kerry

    Spend two nights in Killarney. Take a jaunting car ride in the National Park. One traveler said, "The local jarveys share fascinating stories about the park's history." The Ring of Kerry takes a full day. Sit on the right side for the best ocean views. Bring motion sickness pills if you need them.

    
  • Day 7

    Cliffs of Moher & Galway

    Drive 3 hours to the Cliffs of Moher. Go before 11am for clear views before the mist comes in. Head to Galway for evening music. A reviewer suggested: "The Crane Bar has the most authentic sessions, starting around 9:30pm."

    
  • Days 8-9

    Northern Ireland

    Visit Londonderry's walled city and the Giant's Causeway. Wear sturdy shoes at the causeway and use the handrails when wet. Stay at Ballygally Castle. One guest noted, "Request a room facing the sea for stunning sunrise views."

    
  • Days 10-11

    Scottish Highlands

    Take the ferry to Scotland and drive to the Highlands through Glasgow. See Glencoe early for the best photos of Ben Nevis. Take a Loch Ness cruise from Fort Augustus to avoid Inverness crowds. A traveler noted: "The afternoon cruises often have better weather than morning ones."

    
  • Days 12-14

    Edinburgh

    Stop in St. Andrews on your way to Edinburgh. A recent visitor advised: "Book Edinburgh Castle tickets online and arrive at opening time. The crowds thin out around 4pm." Walk the Royal Mile early or late in the day. For August's Military Tattoo, bring warm clothes for evening shows.

    

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• 14 Day Ireland and Scotland Itinerary, incl. Dublin and Edinburgh

  A comprehensive 14-day tour through 17 cities spans both Ireland and Scotland. Highlights include Dublin's Trinity College, Ring of Kerry, Giant's Causeway, and Edinburgh Castle, with 13 nights' accommodation and traditional meals throughout.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Dublin

    Start your journey in Dublin's historic center. Visit Trinity College's cobbled courtyards and see the 9th-century Book of Kells in the morning. "The intricate details in the Book of Kells were incredible - go early before the tour groups arrive, usually before 9:30 AM." Spend your afternoon at the Guinness Storehouse and St. Patrick's Cathedral. While Dublin's city center is easy to walk around, use the LUAS tram for spots further out.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Southern Ireland

    Travel to Cork and stop at the National Stud Farm to see champion racehorses. Visit Blarney Castle next (arrive by 9 AM to beat the crowds), then drive to Killarney. Use this as your base to explore the Ring of Kerry. You can take a jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park or go on a guided hike around Ross Castle. The hiking path is mostly flat but often muddy, so bring waterproof boots.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Western Ireland

    Visit the Cliffs of Moher in the afternoon when the fog usually lifts. Move on to Galway where street musicians fill the medieval streets after 6 PM. Check out the Spanish Arch and have dinner in the Latin Quarter. If you're visiting in summer, book restaurants ahead. Take a day to explore Connemara's lakes and hills on your way to Sligo Bay.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Northern Ireland

    Enter Northern Ireland to see Londonderry's walled city with a local guide. Take the scenic Antrim Coast drive to Giant's Causeway. Plan to arrive around 4 PM for the best light on the hexagonal rocks. A previous visitor shared: "The Causeway Coast drive was a highlight. Stop at the small beaches along the way - they're usually empty and just as beautiful as the main sites."

    
  • Days 9-11

    Scottish Highlands

    Take the ferry across the Irish Sea to Scotland (about 2 hours, consider motion sickness pills) and head to Glasgow. Drive north through Glencoe Valley to Loch Ness. Stay in the Inverness area to visit whisky distilleries and Culloden Battlefield. The Highland weather changes quickly, so pack different layers.

    
  • Days 12-14

    Edinburgh and St Andrews

    Start with St Andrews, where you'll find the historic golf course next to the North Sea. Spend your last days in Edinburgh walking the Royal Mile between the castle and Holyrood Palace. Buy Edinburgh Castle tickets online to avoid long lines. A traveler's tip: "The Military Tattoo in August is spectacular but books up 6 months ahead. Layer up - even summer evenings get chilly during the performances."

    

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• 13 Day British Isles Itinerary, incl. Scotland and Ireland

  The treasures of Ireland and Scotland unfold over 13 days, featuring Edinburgh Castle, Cliffs of Moher, and Giant's Causeway. The route includes Culloden battlefield, Dublin's Trinity College, and Titanic Belfast, with 12 breakfasts and 5 dinners.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Glasgow & Scottish Highlands

    Begin in Glasgow with a morning tour of the cathedral and Georgian squares. Travel north along Loch Lomond. A recent visitor shared: "Watching the mist rise over Loch Lomond at sunrise was magical. Pack layers - Scottish mornings can be quite chilly." Take the 3-hour drive through Rannoch Moor and Glen Coe to Fort William. Visit Loch Ness later in the afternoon around 3 PM when crowds thin out.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Edinburgh & Scottish Culture

    Start at Culloden battlefield in the morning before a 2-hour drive south to Blair Castle. Spend the next two days in Edinburgh. A previous visitor advises: "Get to Edinburgh Castle right at opening (9:30 AM) before cruise ship crowds arrive." If visiting in August, book Military Tattoo tickets well ahead. Plan 4-5 hours for the castle and Royal Mile.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Lake District & Liverpool to Dublin

    Head south through Gretna Green to the Lake District. Stop in Grasmere for their famous gingerbread before the shop closes at 5:30 PM. Plan 2-3 hours for Liverpool's Beatles Story museum. The next day, take a scenic drive through Snowdonia National Park to catch the 3.5-hour ferry from Holyhead to Dublin.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Dublin to Killarney

    Spend a full day in Dublin seeing Trinity College and St. Patrick's Cathedral. A local tip: "Skip the touristy Temple Bar area and head to traditional pubs like The Brazen Head for authentic atmosphere." The next day, visit the Irish National Stud farm on your way to Blarney Castle. Allow 4 hours to reach Killarney.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Ring of Kerry to Cliffs of Moher

    Take a full day for the Ring of Kerry coastal drive. A visitor suggests: "Start early to avoid tour bus congestion on narrow roads." For the Cliffs of Moher, another traveler recommends: "Book the first shuttle from the visitor center at 9 AM for best photos before fog rolls in." End your day in Galway.

    
  • Days 11-13

    Northern Ireland to Glasgow

    Visit Derry's historic walls with a guide before spending 2-3 hours at Giant's Causeway. A practical tip: "The stones can be slippery; wear proper walking shoes." Visit Titanic Belfast around 11 AM to avoid peak crowds, then take the 2-hour ferry back to Scotland. End with a farewell dinner in Glasgow.

    

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