Itinerary
- Day 1
Edinburgh
You'll arrive in Edinburgh and get straight into things by walking the Royal Mile, then head up to the Castle. The afternoon and evening are perfect for trying traditional haggis at a local spot and popping into a whisky bar to get a feel for the local scene. You'll meet up with your crew for dinner, so it's a good chance to settle in before the real adventure kicks off.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City West (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Explore Royal Mile
- Visit Edinburgh Castle
- Try traditional haggis
- Visit whisky bar
- Meet with local crew
Landmarks Royal Mile Edinburgh Castle 
- Day 2
Edinburgh
Today is yours to do what you want around Edinburgh. If you're interested, there's an optional local guide who can take you up to Edinburgh Castle, which sits on an extinct volcano and has views across the city. Princes Street is the main shopping area if you want to pick up tartan or other souvenirs, and whisky tasting experiences are available if you want to dive deeper into Scottish spirits.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Edinburgh Castle
- Tartan shopping on Princes Street
- Whisky tasting
Landmarks Edinburgh Castle Princes Street - Day 3
Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands
You'll head out from Edinburgh and drive through the Scottish Highlands toward St. Andrews, known as the birthplace of golf. The town's also home to Scotland's oldest university, so there's a lot of history packed into a small place. The route takes you through rugged mountain scenery before you arrive in the Highlands for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Loch Ness Lodge Hotel Drumnadrochit (or similar))
Included Activities
- Coach travel through Scottish Highlands
- Stop in St. Andrews
- Scenic drive through mountain scenery
Optional Activities
- Golf-related activities in St. Andrews
- Explore St. Andrews university town
Landmarks St. Andrews Swilcan Bridge - Day 4
Scottish Highlands to Glasgow
Starting from the Highlands, you'll cruise on Loch Ness, the UK's most voluminous lake. There's a visit to a rewilding centre where they talk about bringing native animal species back to the area. After that, you'll head to Glasgow, arriving by dinner time for an overnight stay in the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Glasgow (or similar))
Included Activities
- Cruise on Loch Ness
- Visit rewilding centre in Scottish Highlands
- Included dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Loch Ness area
Landmarks Loch Ness 
- Day 5
Glasgow to Stirling
You're getting an early start to head to Stirling and see the castle sitting high on a hill. There's history here tied to William Wallace's stand against the English. Once you reach Glasgow, you'll find the vibe completely different from what you've seen so far. The city's got live music around every corner, a gothic cathedral, and plenty of quirky local characters to meet in the pubs and streets.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Glasgow (or similar))
Included Activities
- Coach travel to Stirling
- Stop at Stirling Castle
- Explore Glasgow
Optional Activities
- Visit Stirling Castle
- See William Wallace memorial
- Visit gothic cathedral in Glasgow
- Experience live music in Glasgow
Landmarks Stirling Castle - Day 6
Stirling to Dublin via Larne
You'll take a ferry to Northern Ireland, arriving in the port town of Larne. From there, you drive to Dublin, a city full of heritage and character with pubs on practically every corner. By evening, you'll be in Temple Bar exploring the cobbled lanes and soaking in the lively atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Travelodge Plus Dublin City Centre (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing to Northern Ireland
- Coach travel to Dublin
- Temple Bar exploration
Optional Activities
- Explore Dublin pubs
Landmarks Temple Bar - Day 7
Dublin to Kilkenny to Midleton to Clonmel
Leaving Dublin, you'll cycle through Kilkenny to explore the castle and cathedral and get a feel for the medieval streets. Later, you'll visit Jameson's Distillery in Midleton to taste Irish whiskey and learn how it's made. You'll roll into Clonmel by evening, where dinner is included and you can explore the town at night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Talbot Hotel Clonmel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Bicycle exploration of Kilkenny
- Visit Jameson's Distillery in Midleton
- Included dinner in Clonmel
Optional Activities
- Explore Kilkenny Castle
- Visit Kilkenny Cathedral
- Explore Clonmel town
Landmarks Kilkenny Castle Jameson Distillery Midleton - Day 8
Clonmel to Galway
You're heading from Clonmel to Galway, the vibrant city that inspired musicians and artists. On the way, you'll stop at Blarney Castle to kiss the famous Blarney Stone, said to give you the 'gift of the gab'. You'll also see the Cliffs of Moher with their impressive 8-meter high cliff faces. Once in Galway, the evening is yours to experience the lively pubs, local music, and colorful streets.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Travelodge Galway City Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Blarney Castle
- Kiss Blarney Stone
- Visit Cliffs of Moher
- Coach travel to Galway
Optional Activities
- Explore Galway pubs
- Experience live music in Galway
- Interact with buskers and local culture
Landmarks Blarney Castle Blarney Stone Cliffs of Moher 
- Day 9
Galway
You're spending another day in Galway, heading to Dun Aonghasa, which are the ruins of a prehistoric fortress with views across the landscape. It's a chance to pick up some Gaelic phrases and really soak in the authentic Irish atmosphere of the region and the island culture.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Travelodge Galway City Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Dún Aonghasa
- Explore Galway
Optional Activities
- Learn Gaelic
- Photography at Dún Aonghasa
Landmarks Dún Aonghasa - Day 10
Galway to Derry/Londonderry
You'll travel from Galway to Derry/Londonderry, Ireland's only walled city. The walls date back to the 17th century and stand 8 meters high, so they're quite impressive when you're up close. A local guide will walk you through the historic city and explain its rich and complex history throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Derry (or similar))
Included Activities
- Coach travel to Derry/Londonderry
- Explore walled city with local guide
- View 17th-century walls
Optional Activities
- Explore city walls
- Learn about local history
Landmarks Derry/Londonderry City Walls 
- Day 11
Derry/Londonderry to Giant's Causeway to Belfast
You're heading to the Giant's Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage site where you can see the iconic giant rock columns up close. After that, you'll drive to Belfast for a tour of the city, then visit the Titanic Museum, located where the famous ship was built.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ramada by Wyndham Belfast City Centre (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Giant's Causeway
- Coach travel to Belfast
- Driving tour of Belfast
- Visit Titanic Museum
Optional Activities
- Photography at Giant's Causeway
- Explore Belfast landmarks
Landmarks Giant's Causeway Titanic Museum - Day 12
Belfast to Dublin
You'll make your way back to Dublin to wrap up your tour. The Guinness Storehouse is on the agenda, where you'll learn how to pull a pint the Irish way and enjoy the experience. There's an optional farewell dinner if you want to celebrate with your group and reflect on everything you've seen.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Travelodge Plus Dublin City Centre (or similar))
Included Activities
- Coach travel to Dublin
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Guinness Storehouse
- Learn to pull a pint
- Farewell dinner at a local restaurant
Landmarks Guinness Storehouse - Day 13
Departure from Dublin
On your final morning, you'll have breakfast with your Contiki crew before heading to the airport. It's a chance to say goodbye to the people you've traveled with and reflect on everything you've experienced across Scotland and Ireland before you depart Dublin.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Final breakfast with tour group
