What are the arrival transfer times from Dublin Airport?

Complimentary arrival transfers leave Dublin Airport at 08:30, 11:00, and 13:00 on the first day of the tour.

What is the maximum group size for this tour?

The average group size is around 40 to 45 guests, with a maximum of 48 guests for the tour.

Can I book additional nights at the hotel?

Yes, you can request to book additional nights at the same hotels used during the tour, subject to availability.

What are the luggage restrictions for the tour?

You are allowed to have one main luggage piece and one carry-on that fits under the coach seat, with specific size and weight restrictions.

How do I confirm my booking?

To confirm your booking, simply click the 'book now' button on our website to finalize the details.

Would I need to pay more?

As a solo traveler, you will be accommodated in a single room with a single supplement included. If you're interested in sharing a room, we offer the option of a twin-share room. To provide you with the room rate, could you please let us know your preferred departure date?

Are hairdryers available at the hotels?

While we can't guarantee that every hotel has a hairdryer, most hotels tend to provide basic amenities like hairdryers for guest comfort.

I was wondering how large the tour groups are. My clients are interested in small group travel, with 10-12 people max.

This is a 50 people group adventure. Please feel free to use the filter on our search page to select the group size, and you will find all the small group size adventures.

Is it possible to see the hermitage Forest on this trip?

Although the Hermitage Forest is not included in your trip's itinerary, you may be able to visit it during your free time. We recommend coordinating with your Travel Director while on the tour. They will be able to provide assistance and advise you on the best time to visit the Hermitage Forest.

Are there any recommended gratuities for the tour staff?

Recommended gratuities for staff are provided per day, and they vary depending on the role of the staff member.

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Highlights of Ireland and Scotland

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Platinum Operator: Trafalgar
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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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 20 - 50
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Dublin
Dublin
Accommodation
Hotel (Hampton by Hilton Dublin City Center)
Included Activities
- Visit EPIC - The Irish Emigration Museum with drinks and canapes
Optional Activities
- Explore Dublin city independently
- Visit Temple Bar and Dublin pubs
Landmarks
EPIC - The Irish Emigration Museum
Temple Bar
Day 2
Dublin to Galway
Dublin to Galway
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Maldron Sandy Road)
Included Activities
- Guided Dublin sightseeing tour with Local Specialist
- Visit Guinness Storehouse
- Visit St Patrick's Cathedral
Optional Activities
- Trad on the Prom - Irish dancing and musical show (€37.00 per adult)
Landmarks
Guinness Storehouse
St Patrick's Cathedral
Day 3
Connemara
Connemara
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Maldron Sandy Road)
Included Activities
- Full-day Connemara excursion
- Visit Kylemore Abbey
- Visit Connemara Celtic Crystal Factory and witness crystal-making process
Optional Activities
- Galway Castle Banquet with medieval entertainment and dinner (€72.00 per adult)
Landmarks
Kylemore Abbey
Connemara Celtic Crystal Factory
Day 4
Cong to Donegal
Cong to Donegal
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Abbey Hotel)
Included Activities
- Explore Cong village
- Visit Glen Keen Farm for 'Be My Guest' experience with traditional tea
Optional Activities
- Evening at a Locally-Acclaimed Restaurant in Glenties with Irish fare, craft beer, music and storytelling (€55.00 per adult)
Landmarks
Cong
Glen Keen Farm
Day 5
Donegal to Derry/Londonderry to Belfast
Donegal to Derry/Londonderry to Belfast
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (AC Hotel by Marriott Belfast)
Included Activities
- Guided walk along Derry/Londonderry city walls with Local Specialist
- Visit Giant's Causeway
Landmarks
Derry/Londonderry City Walls
Giant's Causeway
Day 6
Belfast
Belfast
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (AC Hotel by Marriott Belfast)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Belfast with Local Specialist
- Visit Titanic Belfast Experience
- Whiskey tasting at Titanic Distillery
Optional Activities
- Belfast Walk with Fish and Chips - guided walk through hidden streets with included drink in a historic pub and fish and chips dinner (£41.00 per adult)
- Visit Victoria Square for shopping
- Taxi tour with Local Specialist 'Cabbie' through recent history of Belfast
Landmarks
Titanic Belfast
Titanic Distillery
Victoria Square
Day 7
Belfast to Glasgow
Belfast to Glasgow
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Maldron)
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing to Scotland
- Glasgow orientation
Optional Activities
- Glasgow City Evening - evening out with good food, drink and conversation with Travel Director (£37.00 per adult)
- Independent exploration of George Square, Glasgow Cathedral, Clyde River
Landmarks
Ailsa Craig
George Square
Glasgow Cathedral
Clyde River
Day 8
Glasgow to Loch Ness via Scottish Highlands
Glasgow to Loch Ness via Scottish Highlands
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel (The Highlander Hotel Newtonmore)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through Scottish Highlands
- Pass Loch Lomond and views of Ben Lomond
- Drive through Glencoe
- Stop in Fort William
Optional Activities
- Loch Lomond Boat Trip - cruise across Loch Lomond with skipper stories and views of Rob Roy's cave (£15.00 per adult)
Landmarks
Loch Lomond
Ben Lomond
Glencoe
Fort William
Loch Ness
Day 9
Loch Ness to Edinburgh via St Andrews
Loch Ness to Edinburgh via St Andrews
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Novotel Edinburgh Park)
Included Activities
- View 18th hole at St Andrews golf course
Optional Activities
- Scottish Show With Dinner - evening of singing, dancing, bagpipes, Scottish food and wine, with haggis sampling (£62.00 per adult)
Landmarks
St Andrews Golf Course
Day 10
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner with travel companions)
Accommodation
Hotel (Novotel Edinburgh Park)
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Edinburgh with Local Specialist
- New Town exploration
- Old Town exploration
- Visit Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Visit Royal Mile
- Visit Edinburgh Castle
Optional Activities
- Rosslyn Chapel visit with Local Specialist - 15th-century building with Knights Templar and Masonic connections (£22.00 per adult)
- Royal Yacht Britannia - explore the former royal residence and honeymoon sanctuary (£23.00 per adult)
- Independent exploration and souvenir shopping
Landmarks
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Royal Mile
Edinburgh Castle
Rosslyn Chapel
Royal Yacht Britannia
Day 11
Journey Home
Journey Home
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
EPIC - The Irish Emigration Museum
Temple Bar

Landmarks
Guinness Storehouse
St Patrick's Cathedral

Landmarks
Kylemore Abbey
Connemara Celtic Crystal Factory

Landmarks
Cong
Glen Keen Farm

Landmarks
Derry/Londonderry City Walls
Giant's Causeway

Landmarks
Titanic Belfast
Titanic Distillery
Victoria Square

Landmarks
Ailsa Craig
George Square
Glasgow Cathedral
Clyde River

Landmarks
Loch Lomond
Ben Lomond
Glencoe
Fort William
Loch Ness

Landmarks
St Andrews Golf Course

Landmarks
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Royal Mile
Edinburgh Castle
Rosslyn Chapel
Royal Yacht Britannia

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Hampton by Hilton Dublin City Center
Hotel
day 1
Maldron Sandy Road
Hotel
Days 2, 3
Abbey Hotel
Hotel
day 4
AC Hotel by Marriott Belfast
Hotel
Days 5, 6
Maldron
Hotel
day 7
The Highlander Hotel Newtonmore
Hotel
day 8
Novotel Edinburgh Park
Hotel
Days 9, 10

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richard4.0•September 2024
This was our first tour to Europe. Did not know what to expect>
Traveled in August 2024
Reply from: Trafalgar
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. As first-time travellers, we are honoured that you chose to travel with Trafalgar. We hope you enjoyed the excellent service provided by the On The Road Team and have taken many photos of the great highlights of Ireland and Scotland. Thank you for being our guest.
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Bronwyn4.0•June 2024
Clients should be made aware that if free airport/city transfers are included in your costs, what the time frames are...
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Madeline5.0•June 2023
The tour was interesting and great. The guides were good and explain the places well. The scenery was beautiful.
Traveled in June 2023
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Thank you for providing valuable feedback during your trip in Ireland and Scotland. It is reassuring that you found our Travel Director knowledgeable about the destinations. We recognise that having a great Travel Director is an essential part of our trips by being professional, passionate about travel, and giving the best service to our travellers during their trip. We cannot wait to share another memorable trip with you.
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Anonymous5.0•April 2023
This is the best way to see Irelamd and Scotland. Trafager handles everything and Travel Diector , Rose Brown is the...
This is the best way to see Irelamd and Scotland. Trafager handles everything and Travel Diector , Rose Brown is the best. She makes the tour special for each participant and handles the tour like she is doing it for the first time. I have a degree in Environmental Interpretation and 40 years of experience and I have never seen a person handle public education opportunity better than Rose. She is a treasure and Trafager is fortunate to have her on their staff.Show more
Traveled in April 2023
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Thank you for sharing your photos and feedback during your time in Ireland and Scotland. We are pleased to receive your positive feedback regarding our Travel Director’s expertise on the destination. As a company, we recognise the importance of providing our guests with a professional, enthusiastic, and exceptional travel experience, which is why we place great value on having knowledgeable Travel Directors. That said, we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future.
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Chloe
Asked on March 16th, 2025
What are the arrival transfer times from Dublin Airport?
Flights / Transfers
- TrafalgarOperator•Written March 2025
  Complimentary arrival transfers leave Dublin Airport at 08:30, 11:00, and 13:00 on the first day of the tour.
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Noemi
Asked on February 22nd, 2025
What is the maximum group size for this tour?
Group size
- TrafalgarOperator•Written February 2025
  The average group size is around 40 to 45 guests, with a maximum of 48 guests for the tour.
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Martha
Asked on January 17th, 2025
Can I book additional nights at the hotel?
Accommodation
- TrafalgarOperator•Written January 2025
  Yes, you can request to book additional nights at the same hotels used during the tour, subject to availability.
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Elizabeth
Asked on December 29th, 2024
What are the luggage restrictions for the tour?
Transport
- TrafalgarOperator•Written December 2024
  You are allowed to have one main luggage piece and one carry-on that fits under the coach seat, with specific size and weight restrictions.
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Jolanda
Asked on December 14th, 2024
How do I confirm my booking?
Payments
- TrafalgarOperator•Written December 2024
  To confirm your booking, simply click the 'book now' button on our website to finalize the details.
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Aaron
Asked on November 16th, 2024
Would I need to pay more?
Price / Availability
Single supplement
- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2024
  As a solo traveler, you will be accommodated in a single room with a single supplement included. If you're interested in sharing a room, we offer the option of a twin-share room. To provide you with the room rate, could you please let us know your preferred departure date?
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Christoph
Asked on October 26th, 2024
Are hairdryers available at the hotels?
Accommodation
- TrafalgarOperator•Written October 2024
  While we can't guarantee that every hotel has a hairdryer, most hotels tend to provide basic amenities like hairdryers for guest comfort.
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Christian
Asked on October 19th, 2024
I was wondering how large the tour groups are. My clients are interested in small group travel, with 10-12 people max.
Group size
- TrafalgarOperator•Written October 2024
  This is a 50 people group adventure. Please feel free to use the filter on our search page to select the group size, and you will find all the small group size adventures.
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Jonathan
Asked on July 27th, 2024
Is it possible to see the hermitage Forest on this trip?
Tour Details
- TrafalgarOperator•Written July 2024
  Although the Hermitage Forest is not included in your trip's itinerary, you may be able to visit it during your free time. We recommend coordinating with your Travel Director while on the tour. They will be able to provide assistance and advise you on the best time to visit the Hermitage Forest.
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Jonas
Asked on July 27th, 2024
Are there any recommended gratuities for the tour staff?
Other
- TrafalgarOperator•Written July 2024
  Recommended gratuities for staff are provided per day, and they vary depending on the role of the staff member.

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