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ESCORTED CELTIC HOLIDAY

Small Group Holiday: Ireland & Scotland

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15 Nights
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Two countries, one amazing holiday

Get ready for the ultimate small group holiday as you journey with fellow travellers and an expert guide through both Ireland and Scotland. Enjoy stays in the incredible cities of Dublin, Galway, Killarney, Edinburgh, Inverness, and Glasgow while experiencing sightseeing tours along the way. With 4-star accommodations, transportation, many meals, and more included, this is the best way to have a stress-free multi-country holiday!

Our Small Group Journeys provide many extra benefits, including:

  • Limited to 21 people
  • Guaranteed departures
  • Centrally-located, 4-star hotels
  • Extra nights in each city (less unpacking!)
  • More free time and flexibility
  • Stress-free with transportation, accommodations, tours and more included

What's Included
HOTELS: You will be in the following 4-star and 5-star hotels, or similar:
  • 2 nights in Dublin at Brooks Hotel
  • 2 nights in Galway at The g Hotel & Spa
  • 2 nights in Killarney at Great Southern Killarney
  • 1 night in Dublin at Brooks Hotel 
  • 2 nights in Edinburgh at Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
  • 3 nights in Inverness at Mercure Inverness Hotel
  • 2 nights in Glasgow at Hilton Glasgow Hotel
  • 1 night in Edinburgh at Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket
  • Porterage at all Ireland hotels is included (not included in Scotland)

SIGHTSEEING/TOURS as described in the itinerary, including the following:

  • EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
  • Christ Church Cathedral
  • Guinness Storehouse
  • Birr Castle, Gardens & Science Centre
  • Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Gardens
  • Cliffs of Moher
  • Ring of Kerry Tour
  • Blarney Castl
  • Half-day Edinburgh Walking Tour with guide including entrance to Edinburgh Castle (4 hours) 
  • Visits to St. Andrews (the "home of golf") and Pitlochry 
  • Day trip to the Isle of Skye with a photo stop at Eilean Donan Castle (10 hours)
  • Loch Ness Cruise and Speyside Whisky Distillery Tour & Tasting (8 hours)
  • Journey through Ft. William, Glencoe & Loch Lomond with a visit to Luss 
  • Half-day Panoramic Tour of Glasgow (4 hours)
  • Visits to The Kelpies, Linlithgow & South Queensferry

MEALS/TASTINGS:

  • Breakfast daily
  • Welcome dinner and show at Merry Ploughboy Pub 
  • One dinner in Killarney 
  • Two dinners in Edinburgh

TRANSPORTATION/GUIDES:

  • Arrival airport transfer from Dublin Airport to hotel 
  • Services of a Wi-Fi enabled coach and professional driver/guide throughout your Ireland tour
  • Departure airport transfer from hotel to Dublin Airport
  • Arrival airport transfer from Edinburgh Airport to hotel
  • Services of a professional touring guide for 6 days in Scotland with vehicle/driver
  • Departure airport transfer from hotel to Edinburgh Airport

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Airfare into Dublin (DUB) and out of Edinburgh (EDI)
  • One-way flight from Dublin (DUB) to Edinburgh (EDI) on day 8
Great Ways to Explore
  • Sample Irish flavours with an included Guinness Storehouse tasting/tour.

  • Take pictures of iconic attractions in Ireland like the Cliffs of Moher and Blarney Castle.

  • Travel through each city with comfortable transportation and an expert guide.

  • Try delicious Scottish whiskeys including Glenfiddich and Macallan.

  • Marvel at the magical Isle of Skye with an included excursion.

Package Overview

Begin your multi-country escorted holiday in Ireland's city of Dublin, where you will get to experience an exciting dinner show as well as tours of EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, Christchurch Cathedral, and the Guinness Storehouse.

Next is Galway (with a stop at Birr Castle on the way) followed by an excursion to the gorgeous Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Gardens. Marvel at the beauty of the Cliffs of Moher next before heading to Killarney for a Ring of Kerry driving tour. Visit Blarney Castle and end the Ireland portion of your trip in the capital city, Dublin.

Then, take a short flight to Edinburgh! Soak up Scottish culture while exploring the historic streets of Old Town and dining on delicious local cuisine. Finish your time in the capital city by visiting Edinburgh Castle before travelling north to Inverness. Admire the stunning scenic views of Scotland's highlands as you enjoy sightseeing tours of the magical Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle. The next day, take a scenic Loch Ness Cruise (try to catch Nessie!) before warming up with a Scottish whisky tasting and tour of a local distillery.

The next part of this escorted holiday brings you to Scotland's largest city, Glasgow. Discover the best sights of the city with an included panoramic tour and marvel at attractions like the Cathedral Precinct, the St. Mungo Museum, and the Mackintosh House. This trip will end back in Edinburgh for one final night on holiday in Scotland. 

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Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.

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