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Celtic Twist

15 days
From Dublin to Edinburgh
4.5
2 traveler reviews

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 38
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Dublin to Wexford

    Meals
    Lunch (Welcome lunch at a traditional Irish pub in Wicklow), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Welcome lunch at a traditional Irish pub in Wicklow
  2. Day 2

    Wexford to Cork

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Board a replica of the sailing vessel Dunbrody at New Ross
    Landmarks
    Dunbrody Famine Ship
  3. Day 3

    Cork

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour at the Titanic Experience Cobh
    Landmarks
    Titanic Experience Cobh
  4. Day 4

    Cork to Dingle

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Lakes of Killarney
  5. Day 5

    Dingle to Spanish Point

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cliffs of Moher cruise from Doolin
    Landmarks
    Cliffs of Moher
  6. Day 6

    Spanish Point to Dublin

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with traditional Irish music and dance performance)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Kilbeggan Distillery with whiskey tasting
    • Dinner and traditional Irish music and dance performance at Taylors Three Rock
    Landmarks
    Kilbeggan Distillery
  7. Day 7

    Dublin

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Hop-on/hop-off bus tour in Dublin

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Trinity College and the Book of Kells
    • Explore St. Stephen's Green
    • Visit shopping districts
    • Enjoy a pint at a traditional pub
    Landmarks
    Trinity College
    St. Stephen's Green
  8. Day 8

    Dublin to Glasgow

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Panoramic tour of Glasgow
    • Visit Glasgow Cathedral
    • Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
    Landmarks
    Glasgow Cathedral
    Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
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  9. Day 9

    Glasgow

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Burns National Heritage Park with visit to poet's birthplace
    • Culzean Castle
    Landmarks
    Burns National Heritage Park
    Culzean Castle
  10. Day 10

    Glasgow to Inverness

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Urquhart Castle
    • Loch Ness cruise
    Landmarks
    Loch Lomond
    Glencoe
    Urquhart Castle
    Loch Ness
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  11. Day 11

    Inverness to Isle of Skye and Return

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Isle of Skye - Portree
    • Eilean Donan Castle
    Landmarks
    Portree
    Eilean Donan Castle
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  12. Day 12

    Inverness to Dunkeld

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Culloden Moor Visitor's Centre
    • Working Sheepdog performance at Kincraig
    • Whisky Experience with tasting and chocolate pairing
    Landmarks
    Culloden Moor
    Kincraig
  13. Day 13

    Dunkeld to Edinburgh

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Stop at St Andrews
    Landmarks
    St Andrews
  14. Day 14

    Edinburgh

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with Spirit of Scotland Show traditional entertainment at The Royal College of Surgeons)

    Included Activities

    • Exclusive pre-opening tour of Edinburgh Castle
    • Panoramic tour of Edinburgh (Old and New Towns)
    • Spirit of Scotland Show with dinner and traditional entertainment at The Royal College of Surgeons
    Landmarks
    Edinburgh Castle
  15. Day 15

    Edinburgh Departure

    Meals
    Breakfast (Final hearty Irish breakfast)

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    October 8th, 2025
    Overall enjoyable experience.
    Traveled in September 2025
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    September 5th, 2024
    I don’t want to do a review yet. We missed the second week of the tour because we were sick.
    Traveled in July 2024

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    Mees

    Asked on November 1st, 2024

    What are the meal arrangements?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten November 2024

      Meals are usually included as per the itinerary, which typically includes breakfast and either lunch or dinner, depending on the day's schedule.

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    Maria

    Asked on July 11th, 2024

    Is there a specific tour for people who want to travel alone?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten July 2024

      Solo traveler tours are available, designed to meet the needs of individuals traveling by themselves, providing a blend of social interaction and personal space.

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      Sandy

      TravelerWritten June 2024

      Mid August to Mid September time frame.

    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten June 2024

      We have the following departures available in 2024 for the Celtic Twist: August 16th, 30th, September 6th, 20th & 27th.

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    Yacine

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    What are the age restrictions for tour participants?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten May 2024

      Age restrictions depend on the tour type. Family tours are available with no age limit, while some adventure tours may have a minimum age requirement.

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    Maya

    Asked on February 29th, 2024

    How are transport arrangements handled?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten March 2024

      Transport between tour locations is arranged and included in your package, providing convenient, timely, and comfortable travel.

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    Scott

    Asked on February 6th, 2024

    What types of accommodation are available during the tour?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten February 2024

      Accommodation options range from city center hotels to charming seaside options outside the city, providing either modern conveniences or scenic locations.

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    Rita

    Asked on January 29th, 2024

    How can I make payments for the tour?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten January 2024

      Payments can be made online using major credit cards or via bank transfer. Ensure your payment is made by the deadline indicated in your booking confirmation.

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    Catalina

    Asked on December 28th, 2023

    What are the details regarding tour price?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten December 2023

      Tour prices vary based on duration, destination, and included activities. Detailed pricing can be viewed in the pricing section of our tour webpage.

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    Elodie

    Asked on December 23rd, 2023

    What should I do if I have an issue during the tour?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten December 2023

      Immediate assistance during the tour can be accessed via our emergency contact number, provided at the start of your tour.

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    Pep

    Asked on December 16th, 2023

    Are flights included in the tour package?

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    • Royal Irish ToursOperatorWritten December 2023

      Flights are not typically included in the tour package price. You are advised to book flights according to the tour start and end dates.

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