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Best of Scotland & Ireland (Classic, Winter)

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From Edinburgh to Dublin
4.9 (22 reviews)
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 50
Ages 18-35
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Edinburgh

    Edinburgh
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Whisky tasting with local guide (Whisky Tastes and Tales)
    Landmarks
    Royal Mile
    Edinburgh Castle
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  3. Day 2

    Edinburgh

    Edinburgh
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Edinburgh Castle with local guide
    Landmarks
    Edinburgh Castle
    Princes Street
  4. Day 3

    Edinburgh - Stirling - St Andrews - Inverness

    Edinburgh - Stirling - St Andrews - Inverness
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Columba Hotel Inverness (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit The Kelpies at Helix Park
    • Stop in Stirling to see Stirling Castle
    • Visit St Andrews
    Landmarks
    The Kelpies
    Stirling Castle
    St Andrews
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  5. Day 4

    Inverness - Loch Ness - Aviemore

    Inverness - Loch Ness - Aviemore
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Columba Hotel Inverness (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Loch Ness
    • See Glenfinnan Viaduct
    • Visit Aviemore

    Optional Activities

    • Meet a local ranger at Rothiemurchus Estate to learn about wildlife and landscapes
    Landmarks
    Loch Ness
    Glenfinnan Viaduct
    Aviemore
    Rothiemurchus Estate
  6. Day 5

    Inverness - Dundreggan - Glasgow

    Inverness - Dundreggan - Glasgow
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Glasgow City Centre Sauchiehall Street Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit lush, hilly rewilding centre to learn about native species reintroduction

    Optional Activities

    • Archery and axe throwing at rewilding centre
    • Eatwith Glasgow - home-cooked meal with live traditional music
    Landmarks
    Glasgow Cathedral
  7. Day 6

    Glasgow - Larne - Dublin

    Glasgow - Larne - Dublin
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Group dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Travelodge Plus Dublin City Centre (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Cross Irish Sea aboard high-speed ferry
    Landmarks
    Temple Bar
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  8. Day 7

    Dublin - Kilkenny - Midleton - Clonmel

    Dublin - Kilkenny - Midleton - Clonmel
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Talbot Hotel Clonmel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Kilkenny Castle
    • Visit Kilkenny Cathedral
    • Experience medieval charm of Kilkenny

    Optional Activities

    • Bike ride in Kilkenny
    • Whiskey tasting at Jameson Distillery in Midleton
    Landmarks
    Kilkenny Castle
    Jameson Distillery
  9. Day 8

    Clonmel - Blarney - Cliffs of Moher - Galway

    Clonmel - Blarney - Cliffs of Moher - Galway
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Travelodge Galway City Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Blarney Castle and kiss the Blarney Stone
    • Visit Cliffs of Moher
    Landmarks
    Blarney Castle
    Cliffs of Moher
    Lynch's Castle
    Eyre Square
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  10. Day 9

    Galway

    Galway
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Travelodge Galway City Hotel (or similar))
  11. Day 10

    Galway - Derry/Londonderry

    Galway - Derry/Londonderry
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Waterfoot Hotel Londonderry (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Authentic rural Irish experience with shepherd, sheepdogs and homemade lunch (Sheep Dog Experience MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience)
    • Guided tour of the Bogside neighbourhood
    Landmarks
    Derry/Londonderry City Walls
    Bogside
  12. Day 11

    Derry/Londonderry - Giant's Causeway - Belfast

    Derry/Londonderry - Giant's Causeway - Belfast
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (ibis budget Belfast City Centre (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Giant's Causeway
    • Driving tour of Belfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Titanic Museum
    Landmarks
    Giant's Causeway
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  13. Day 12

    Belfast - Dublin

    Belfast - Dublin
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Travelodge Plus Dublin City Centre (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Guinness Storehouse
    • Free Time Add-On farewell dinner
    Landmarks
    Guinness Storehouse
  14. Day 13

    Dublin

    Dublin
    Meals
    Breakfast

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4.9
Overall rating based on 22 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.8
  • Transport
    4.9
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.7
  • Food
    4.3
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  • Lillian
    Lillian5.0•May 2024
    The guide were very good at getting us to events tour and making the trip as smooth as possible
    Traveled in March 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for sharing your feedback on your recent Contiki adventure. We are thrilled to hear that you had an incredible experience and can't wait to travel with you again.
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  • Aman5.0•March 2024
    it was fun had an amazing time
    Traveled in September 2023
  • Chelsea5.0•February 2020
    Francesca my trip manager made this tour so incredible. The add on activities that Contiki has were fabulous!! Would...
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    Traveled in January 2020
  • ArnaudDelevacque5.0•August 2019
    Led by Remi
    Only did the Scotland but excellent overall
    Traveled in June 2019
  • Tommy5.0•August 2019
    Led by Remi
    Splendid, absolutely marvellous!
    Traveled in July 2019
  • Emily
    Emily5.0•July 2019
    Led by Remi
    This trip was amazing!! So glad I did it!! Balls to the walls!
    Traveled in July 2019
  • StephanieHooper5.0•July 2019
    Led by Remi
    Loved the tour, just found there wasn’t enough rest time. All the places were fantastic and our tour guide Remi and...
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    Traveled in July 2019
  • CaitlinWringe5.0•July 2019
    Led by Remi
    An amazing experience with an awesome team. Will definitely be doing another Contiki in the future
    Traveled in July 2019
  • Emily5.0•July 2019
    Led by Remi
    Was my first ever overseas trip and first contiki trip and it was amazing! Remi is truly amazing at his job and...
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    Traveled in July 2019
  • JacquieHammil4.5•July 2019
    Led by Remi
    It was a ton of fun, and the people on the tour were great.
    Traveled in July 2019

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    Astrid

    Asked on March 29th, 2025

    Can you provide information on trip cancellations?

    Payments
    • ContikiOperator•Written March 2025

      For details on the cancellation policy, please refer to the terms and conditions listed on our website.

  • E

    Erika

    Asked on February 10th, 2025

    Can you confirm if airport transfers are available?

    Flights / Transfers
    • ContikiOperator•Written February 2025

      No airport transfers are available for this trip.

  • J

    Jane

    Asked on February 3rd, 2025

    How much would be the down payment for the trip or do you have to pay in full? How do you stay with the friends who are going with you if you are paying separately?

    Payments
    Tour Details
    • ContikiOperator•Written February 2025

      You will only need to pay the deposit if your travel date is more than 60 days away. However, if your trip is within 60 days, full payment will be required at the time of booking. You can see the deposit amount on the booking page when you're ready to book. If you and other travelers are paying separately, I can set up a separate inquiry while noting you are traveling together. Please confirm if you are within the age range of 18 to 35, as this is a youth tour.

  • L

    Luis

    Asked on January 26th, 2025

    Are there any age restrictions for the tour?

    Age Range
    • ContikiOperator•Written January 2025

      Yes, the tour is specifically designed for travelers aged 18 to 35. Unfortunately, we cannot accept travelers outside of these age parameters.

  • N

    Naomi

    Asked on December 21st, 2024

    I am 38, can I join this tour?

    Age Range
    • ContikiOperator•Written December 2024

      Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate. As you are outside this age range, you would not be eligible to join the trip.

  • D

    Daniel

    Asked on December 7th, 2024

    What are the group size details for the tour?

    Group size
    • ContikiOperator•Written December 2024

      The maximum number of travellers in the group is 53.

  • L

    Luc

    Asked on November 29th, 2024

    Are meals included in the tour?

    Meals
    • ContikiOperator•Written November 2024

      Breakfast is included with all pre/post nights. For additional meals, please refer to the specific tour itinerary.

  • J

    Jose

    Asked on September 3rd, 2024

    What types of accommodations are used in the tour?

    Accommodation
    • ContikiOperator•Written September 2024

      The tour primarily uses hotels such as the Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge Royal Mile for accommodations. Specific hotel details may change and will be confirmed closer to your departure date.

  • B

    Bastian

    Asked on August 26th, 2024

    Can I visit sites not included in the itinerary during the tour?

    Tour Details
    • ContikiOperator•Written August 2024

      Yes, you can visit additional sites not included in the itinerary during your free time, ideally in coordination with the Trip Manager.

  • L

    Laurie

    Asked on August 2nd, 2024

    Is this tour available at the end of September?

    Price / Availability
    • ContikiOperator•Written August 2024

      We have date on 30 September 2024, but the status is on request. It will take approximately 48 hours for our Operations team to get back to us regarding the confirmation or denial of the request. Contiki's trips are tailored to a specific age group 18 to 35-year-olds.

    • L

      Laurie

      Traveler•Written August 2024

      I am interested in looking into Scotland and Ireland SeptOct 2025

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  • 2 local currencies

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