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Best of Ireland & Scotland (Small Groups)

14 days
From Dublin to Edinburgh
4.8
52 traveler reviews

Best of Ireland & Scotland (Small Groups)

14 days
From Dublin to Edinburgh
4.8
52 traveler reviews
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Plan your adventure:
In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 24
Age range 5 to 99
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Highlights

  • Dine with fellow travelers at your hotel
  • Explore Trinity College and the Book of Kells
  • Kiss the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle
  • Cruise Loch Ness and hunt for Nessie
  • Tour Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Dublin
  2. Day 2 In Dublin’s Fair City
  3. Day 3 Kildare and Cork
  4. Day 4 Blarney Castle and Killarney Relaxed Start
  5. Day 5 Ring of Kerry Experience
  6. Day 6 The Cliffs of Moher
  7. Day 7 Glorious Galway to Sligo Bay Relaxed Start
  8. Day 8 Walk in the Giant’s Steps
  9. Day 9 High Tea at Ardgowan Estate Relaxed Start
  10. Day 10 Glencoe and Loch Ness Relaxed Start
  11. Day 11 A Highlands Experience Relaxed Start
  12. Day 12 St. Andrews and Edinburgh
  13. Day 13 Scotland’s Capital of Culture
  14. Day 14 Farewell Edinburgh
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

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Number of tours

761

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

96%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.4
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  • DC
    · May 23rd, 2025
    Gregory made the trip extra special, his knowledge, personal experiences and the extra touches and treats were the icing on the cake. By far the best tour director. It was a wonderful trip and I have nothing negative to add.
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    Insight Vacations commented on this review
    Thank you for providing feedback on your recent experience. We very much agree that a great Travel Director is essential to the overall enjoyment and comfort of our guests on any of our trips. It is for this reason that we take great care to select our... Show more
    Trip date: May 2025
  • DD
    · May 23rd, 2025
    Greg was a wonderful guide. Knowledgeable, thoughtful, and fun. We could not have been happier with him. And he made us feel secure that he would be on the job taking care of his mostly elderly clients! We recommend him without reservation.
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    Insight Vacations commented on this review
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are proud of our team's professionalism and dedication to providing exceptional service, and we are delighted to hear that this was evident during your tour. Thank you for being our guest... Show more
    Trip date: May 2025
  • MA
    · May 21st, 2025
    Greg was simply great… knowledgeable, fun, and organized. He knew the area well and shared many interesting facts and lore as we traveled. Our driver, Raymond, was also superb. Would absolutely travel with both of them again!
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    Insight Vacations commented on this review
    Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. We truly appreciate hearing about your positive experience with our On The Road Team. It is excellent to know that they could provide you with exceptional service. Thank you for... Show more
    Trip date: May 2025
  • A
    · May 20th, 2025
    Greg was an excellent tour guide, very knowledgeable about the history of Ireland & Scotland. He made our trip amazing
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    Insight Vacations commented on this review
    We are fully aware of the important role that our Travel Directors play in the success of any trip. That is why all our representatives are carefully selected and have received thorough training to be able to manage our departures with the highest level... Show more
    Trip date: May 2025
  • MS
    · May 20th, 2025
    I can't say enough about the trip, Greg and Raymond Larkin our driver. Greg and Raymond were a dynamic duo. They were so in sync with each other that we thought they worked together several times before. Safety was always a priority, and I would suggest this team be offered the opportunity to work together as much as possible. Greg was fantastic! He was professional, kind, courteous, and extremely knowledgeable on our touring countries. He made the trip fun, and it was evident that he put a lot of time and effort into preparing for the trip and making it an enjoyable experience for everyone. I would jump at the chance to tour again with him in the future.
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    Insight Vacations commented on this review
    Thank you for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We appreciate your input and are glad to hear that you received exceptional service from our On The Road Teams. They are indeed a valuable asset to our company. Thank you for being... Show more
    Trip date: May 2025
  • KA
    · May 17th, 2025
    Greg was great! Energetic and humorous! And easy to understand.
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    Insight Vacations commented on this review
    Thank you for your kind words, we hope to welcome you on tour again.
    Trip date: May 2025
  • BS
    · May 16th, 2025
    Wow! We had an exceptional 14 day tour with Greg as our Travel Director and Raymond as our driver. Well organized, informative, friendly, and fun. We had lots of laughs. They were truly caring, kind and made sure we were all taken care of. I highly recommend him!’
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    Insight Vacations commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your valuable feedback with us. We truly appreciate your input and are delighted to know that you received exceptional service from our On The Road Teams. They are indeed a vital asset to our company, and we are proud of the... Show more
    Trip date: May 2025
  • A
    · May 16th, 2025
    Greg was very well organized, it made our trip extremely enjoyable and he exceeded our expectations. We would highly recommend traveling with him.
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    Insight Vacations commented on this review
    We appreciate your kind words and are thankful that you have chosen us to be hosts for this wonderful adventure. We hope to welcome you back again.
    Trip date: May 2025
  • KP
    · May 15th, 2025
    Greg made this a beautifully easy visit.
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    Insight Vacations commented on this review
    Thank you for your kind words, we hope to host you again.
    Trip date: May 2025
  • Best of Ireland & Scotland (Small Groups) reviewer 10
    · May 15th, 2025
    Greg was amazing a wealth of knowledge very...
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    Insight Vacations commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your valuable feedback with us. We truly appreciate your input and are delighted to know that you received exceptional service from our On The Road Teams. They are indeed a vital asset to our company, and we are proud of the... Show more
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    Trip date: May 2025

Dates & Availability

14 days
Best of Ireland & Scotland (Small Groups)
From Dublin to Edinburgh

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    Rodrigo

    Asked on January 4th, 2025

    What is the suggested arrival and departure time for transfers?

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten January 2025

      Complimentary transfers from the starting location depart at specific times, and it is recommended that guests arrive an hour before the last transfer for convenience.

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    Gaël

    Asked on November 14th, 2024

    Is there a breakfast included with the accommodation?

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    Meals
    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten November 2024

      Breakfast is included with the stay during the tour.

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    Cornelis

    Asked on September 26th, 2024

    What are the passport requirements for this tour?

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten September 2024

      Passports must be valid for 6 months past the end date of the trip to be eligible to travel.

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    Jean-François

    Asked on August 6th, 2024

    What is the provided transportation between destinations?

    Transport
    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten August 2024

      Transportation between destinations during the tour includes motorcoach buses and some ferry rides.

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    Juan Manuel

    Asked on June 29th, 2024

    What are the luggage allowances for the trip?

    Transport
    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten July 2024

      Luggage size should be within 30"x18"x10" and weight should not exceed 50 lbs.

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    Suzanna

    Asked on June 28th, 2024

    Is there an insurance requirement for travelers?

    Travel Support
    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten June 2024

      Travel insurance is highly recommended to participate in this tour to ensure safety and readiness for any unforeseen circumstances.

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    Ross

    Asked on June 8th, 2024

    What is the approximate number of guests in a "small" group and the larger group size on the 14 day tours of Ireland and Scotland?

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    Tour Details
    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten June 2024

      small group has an average of 20 guests and capped at just 24 guests, while classic group has an average of 33 guests and Max. 40 guests.

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    Ann

    Asked on April 26th, 2024

    1 traveler requires a wheel chair and handicap accommodations

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    Travel Support
    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten April 2024

      This trip will require a lot of walking, sometimes through areas with uneven ground and narrow cobbled streets. Also please keep in mind that our coaches have a few steps which you will be required to ascend/descend up to 6-7 times per day. Not all coaches are configured the same, however most will have approximately 4 steps to climb, and our Travel Directors and Drivers are unable to assist physically.

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    Gerardus

    Asked on April 25th, 2024

    Can personal assistance be provided for guests needing accessibility?

    Travel Support
    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten April 2024

      Guests needing accessibility assistance should be able to navigate coach steps independently or have a companion to assist as staff cannot provide physical help.

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    Cheryl

    Asked on March 26th, 2024

    How can I show this trip to the others in my party so they can make a decision? Is there a link I can use?

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten March 2024

      You can share brochure by clicking on download brochure and putting down their email address.

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