Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival
You'll arrive at your hotel and get settled in before meeting your Travel Director at a warm welcome dinner. This is where you'll meet the rest of your group and start getting to know everyone before the trip really begins.
- Meals
- Dinner (Warm and friendly dinner with Travel Director to get to know fellow travellers)
- Day 2
Dublin
Your orientation tour kicks off with a drive past the Custom House along the River Liffey. You'll see the Guinness Storehouse, Christchurch Cathedral, and St. Patrick's Cathedral. After that, you'll head to Trinity College to walk through the cobbled courtyards and check out the famous 9th-century Book of Kells.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation tour with Local Expert past Custom House and along River Liffey
- View Guinness Storehouse, Christchurch Cathedral and St. Patrick's Cathedral
- Entrance to Book of Kells
- Walk through Trinity College courtyards
Landmarks/POIs Custom House River Liffey Guinness Storehouse Christchurch Cathedral St. Patrick's Cathedral Trinity College Book of Kells - Day 3
Cork
This morning you're heading to the National Stud Farm to see where legendary racehorses are bred. Then you'll spend time exploring the finest Japanese gardens in Europe, which were designed by master horticulturists. From there, you'll travel to Cork and drive past the City Hall and Opera House along Grand Parade.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit National Stud Farm
- Explore Japanese gardens in Europe
Landmarks/POIs National Stud Farm Japanese Gardens Cork City Hall Cork Opera House - Day 4
Blarney
You've got a choice here at Blarney Castle. You can climb the medieval tower to kiss the famous Blarney Stone, or if you'd rather skip the climb, you'll explore the 1,500-acre estate with its Wishing Steps, Witch's Kitchen, and themed gardens.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Blarney Castle gardens with senior gardener
- Blarney Stone kiss (optional)
Optional Activities
- Climb medieval tower to kiss Blarney Stone
- Explore Wishing Steps
- Explore Witch's Kitchen
- Explore Water Garden
- Explore Fern Garden
Landmarks/POIs Blarney Castle Blarney Stone - Day 5
Dingle Peninsula
After a relaxed start, you're heading to the Dingle Peninsula. The scenic Slea Head route takes you past rugged cliffs, ancient stone huts, and panoramic views of the Blasket Islands. Along the way, you'll learn about Ireland's early Christian heritage and remote Irish-speaking communities.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive Slea Head route on Dingle Peninsula
- View Blasket Islands from panoramic lookouts
Landmarks/POIs Dingle Peninsula Slea Head Blasket Islands - Day 6
Galway
You'll start with a short ferry ride across the Shannon Estuary. Next, you're visiting the Cliffs of Moher Visitors' Centre to see the 702 ft cliffs. Then it's on to Galway where you'll see the Lynch Memorial, Church of St. Nicholas, Spanish Arch, and Eyre Square.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Ferry ride across Shannon Estuary
- Visit Cliffs of Moher Visitors' Centre
- Orientation tour of Galway including Lynch Memorial, Church of St. Nicholas, Spanish Arch and Eyre Square
Landmarks/POIs Cliffs of Moher Lynch Memorial Window Church of St. Nicholas Spanish Arch Eyre Square - Day 7
Sligo
Leaving Galway, you'll tour the wild Connemara region with its scenic rivers, lakes, and hills. You'll drive along the shores of Sligo Bay before reaching your hotel. Dinner features local specialties.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Local specialties)
Included Activities
- Tour Connemara region
- Drive along Sligo Bay shores
Landmarks/POIs Connemara Sligo Bay - Day 8
Londonderry - Ballygally
You're crossing into Northern Ireland and arriving in Londonderry for a walking tour with storyteller Ronan along the 17th-century city walls, Shipquay Street, and the red sandstone Guildhall. After that, you'll visit the UNESCO-listed Giant's Causeway with over 40,000 basalt columns and continue along the Antrim Coast to your hotel overlooking Ballygally Bay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Londonderry with local storyteller Ronan along 17th-century city walls
- Visit Guildhall
- Walk Shipquay Street
- Visit Giant's Causeway UNESCO World Heritage Site
Landmarks/POIs Londonderry City Walls Guildhall Shipquay Street Giant's Causeway Ballygally Bay - Day 9
Glasgow
Leaving Ballygally, you'll cross the Irish Sea by ferry to Scotland. On a clear day, you might spot Ailsa Craig, a striking volcanic plug. You'll then continue to Glasgow, known for its 19th-century shipyards and distinctive architecture of Charles Rennie Mackintosh.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing across Irish Sea
- Tour of Glasgow including George Square and St. Mungo's Cathedral
Landmarks/POIs Ailsa Craig George Square St. Mungo's Cathedral - Day 10
Fort William - Loch Ness
You're driving along the Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond and through the dramatic landscape of Glencoe. You'll pause at the Commando Memorial for views of Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain. Later, you'll reach Loch Ness and go on a cruise through Scotland's great glen, taking in scenic views and historic monuments.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive along Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond
- Drive through Glencoe
- View Ben Nevis from Commando Memorial
- Loch Ness cruise
Landmarks/POIs Loch Lomond Glencoe Commando Memorial Ben Nevis Loch Ness - Day 11
Inverness
This morning you're exploring Inverness. You'll visit the Culloden Moor Visitor Centre to learn about the Battle of Culloden. Then comes a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience at Uile-bheist distillery with a whisky tasting, where you'll learn about age-old traditions, sustainability practices, and the craft behind their single malts and beers.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Inverness city exploration
- Visit Culloden Moor Visitor Centre
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience at Uile-bheist distillery with whisky and beer tasting
Landmarks/POIs Inverness Castle River Ness Culloden Moor Visitor Centre Uile-bheist Distillery - Day 12
St. Andrews - Edinburgh
You're driving through the Grampian Mountains past Blair Castle and crossing the Tay to visit St. Andrews. You'll pass the Old Course, the home of golf since the 15th century, and have free time to explore or visit St. Andrews University, West Sands Beach, or other sights. After that, you'll cross the Forth Road Bridge to Edinburgh. Some departures may attend The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive through Grampian Mountains
- Pass Old Course golf course in St. Andrews
- Free time in St. Andrews to explore at leisure
- Cross Forth Road Bridge to Edinburgh
Optional Activities
- Visit St. Andrews University
- Visit West Sands Beach where 'Chariots of Fire' was filmed
- The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (select departures)
Landmarks/POIs Blair Castle Old Course St. Andrews University West Sands Beach Forth Road Bridge - Day 13
Edinburgh
You'll join a Local Expert for a guided tour of Edinburgh's highlights. You'll drive along Princes Street to the ornate Scott Memorial and explore the 18th-century New Town with neoclassical Georgian facades. You'll visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse, then head up the Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle to see Mons Meg and Scotland's Crown Jewels. You've got afternoon leisure time for shopping or further exploration, then an evening celebration dinner featuring modern Scottish cuisine with wine.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Celebration dinner of modern Scottish cuisine served with wine)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Edinburgh highlights with Local Expert
- Drive along Princes Street to Scott Memorial
- Explore New Town with neoclassical Georgian facades
- Visit Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Visit Edinburgh Castle to see Mons Meg and Scottish Crown Jewels
- Celebration dinner of modern Scottish cuisine with wine
Optional Activities
- Shopping in Edinburgh
- Additional exploration of Edinburgh in afternoon leisure time
Landmarks/POIs Princes Street Scott Memorial New Town Palace of Holyroodhouse Royal Mile Edinburgh Castle Mons Meg Scottish Crown Jewels - Day 14
Departure
Your 14-day tour of Ireland and Scotland comes to an end. After breakfast, you'll depart for Edinburgh airport with transfers.
- Meals
- Breakfast
