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Scottish & Irish Gold - 16 Days/15 Nights (27 destinations)

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From Glasgow to Dublin
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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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 26 - 50
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Glasgow

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Panoramic tour of Glasgow highlights
    • Visit to Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
    • Welcome drink with group

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Glasgow's restaurants and nightlife
    Landmarks
    Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
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  2. Day 2

    Loch Lomond - Inveraray - Glencoe - Ballachulish

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ballachulish Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise on Loch Lomond
    • Guided tour of Inveraray Castle
    • Drive through Glencoe

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll through Inveraray
    Landmarks
    Loch Lomond
    Inveraray Castle
    Glencoe
  3. Day 3

    Isle of Skye - Loch Ness

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Sligachan with stunning views of the Cuillin Hills), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Muthu Newton Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Crossing to Isle of Skye
    • Lunch at Sligachan with views of Cuillin Hills
    • Visit to Sligachan Old Bridge
    • Photo stop at Eilean Donan Castle
    • Travel along shores of Loch Ness
    Landmarks
    Isle of Skye
    Cuillin Hills
    Sligachan Old Bridge
    Eilean Donan Castle
    Loch Ness
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  4. Day 4

    Culloden - Pitlochry

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Crieff Hydro Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre
    • Sheepdog trials demonstration at local farm

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll around moorland at Culloden
    Landmarks
    Culloden Battlefield
  5. Day 5

    Pitlochry

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Crieff Hydro Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Blair Castle
    • Behind-the-scenes tour of Blair Athol Distillery with whisky tasting

    Optional Activities

    • Explore hotel gardens and museums
    • Browse Pitlochry town
    Landmarks
    Blair Castle
    Blair Athol Distillery
  6. Day 6

    Edinburgh

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Scottish dinner and entertainment (optional for August 2-23 departures))
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Norton House Hotel & Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Glamis Castle
    • Travel to St Andrews

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional Scottish evening with dinner and entertainment
    • Independent dining in St Andrews or Edinburgh (August 2-23 departures)
    Landmarks
    Glamis Castle
    St Andrews
  7. Day 7

    Edinburgh

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Norton House Hotel & Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Panoramic tour of Edinburgh
    • Tour of Edinburgh Castle
    • Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (August 2-23 departures only)

    Optional Activities

    • Independent exploring of Royal Mile
    • Shopping and dining in Edinburgh
    Landmarks
    Edinburgh Castle
    Royal Mile
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  8. Day 8

    Edinburgh to Belfast to Dublin

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Royal Marine Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Ferry crossing from Edinburgh to Belfast
    • Visit to Titanic Belfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Dun Laoghaire harbor town
    Landmarks
    Titanic Belfast
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  9. Day 9

    Athlone - Galway

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Galmont Hotel & Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome drink at Sean's Bar in Athlone
    • Walking tour of Galway with local guide
    • Dinner at hotel with fellow travelers

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Galway independently
    Landmarks
    Sean's Bar
    Galway
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  10. Day 10

    Connemara - Galway

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Galmont Hotel & Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Catamaran cruise of Killary Harbour
    • Visit to Kylemore Abbey and Gardens

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Galway's pubs and restaurants
    Landmarks
    Connemara
    Killary Harbour
    Kylemore Abbey
  11. Day 11

    Galway Bay - Burren - Cliffs of Moher - Killarney

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Irish entertainment and dinner at Kate Kearney's Cottage)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Great Southern Killarney Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Sheepdog demonstration at sheep farm
    • Visit to Cliffs of Moher
    • Ferry across River Shannon Estuary
    • Traditional Irish entertainment and dinner at Kate Kearney's Cottage
    Landmarks
    Galway Bay
    Burren
    Cliffs of Moher
    River Shannon Estuary
    Kate Kearney's Cottage
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  12. Day 12

    Killarney

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Great Southern Killarney Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park to Ross Castle
    • Ring of Kerry scenic drive highlights
    • Stop in Kenmare village
    • Visit to Moriarty's in Gap of Dunloe

    Optional Activities

    • Independent evening in Killarney
    Landmarks
    Killarney National Park
    Ross Castle
    Ring of Kerry
    Kenmare
    Gap of Dunloe
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  13. Day 13

    Killarney - Blarney - Dungarvan - Waterford

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Granville Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Blarney Castle
    • Traditional music at Marine Bar in Dungarvan
    • Walking tour of Waterford with local guide

    Optional Activities

    • Kiss the Blarney Stone
    • Explore Blarney Castle gardens
    Landmarks
    Blarney Castle
    Marine Bar
    Waterford
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  14. Day 14

    Waterford - Kilkenny - Dublin

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with glass of wine at One Ballsbridge)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Clayton Hotel Burlington Road)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of House of Waterford Crystal
    • Tour of Kilkenny Castle
    • Dinner with wine at One Ballsbridge

    Optional Activities

    • Explore medieval Kilkenny city center
    Landmarks
    House of Waterford Crystal
    Kilkenny Castle
    One Ballsbridge
  15. Day 15

    Dublin

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Clayton Hotel Burlington Road)

    Included Activities

    • Independent Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour of Dublin

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Guinness Storehouse
    • Visit to Teeling Distillery
    • Visit to EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
    • Visit to Jameson Distillery Bow St. Experience
    • Visit to GPO Museum
    Landmarks
    Guinness Storehouse
    Teeling Distillery
    EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
    Jameson Distillery Bow St.
    GPO Museum
  16. Day 16

    Dublin

    Meals
    Breakfast
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    June 28th, 2025
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    The itinerary is comprehensive and there are special activities that are unique to the country which some other tour...
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  • C
    October 20th, 2024
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    Completely depends on who you get as guide & driver. The Scotland portion of our trip was wonderful. The Ireland...
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    May 24th, 2024
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    We lucked out on the weather on our entire trip and had outstanding weather. Our tour guides were so informative and...
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    April 13th, 2024
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    We were very impressed with all aspects of this tour. The standard of the hotels was first class. The fact that we...
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    May 19th, 2023
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    We traveled to amazing places and met some wonderful people.
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    June 14th, 2023
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    The Scotland side of our tour was perfect. Fabulous Tour Guide and Driver. Food, hotels, tour in general were superb....
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    June 15th, 2023
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    Quality historical information - Great accommodations - Wonderful Food.
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    June 19th, 2023
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    So well-planned and organized. Best tour guide in Scotland, Rory, and Bus Driver, David. Gest tour guide in...
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    June 23rd, 2023
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    Wonderful accommodations, good stops. Tour directors were very well informed on history and more. Bus drivers were...
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    Holly

    Asked on June 6th, 2025

    Do I need to be in Edinburgh on March 15,2026? How much would a night on the 14th be?

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      Holly

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      is there no way to speak to someone? I am not understanding emails and it would be easier to speak to someone.

    • CIE ToursOperatorWritten June 2025

      Yes, you need to be in Edinburgh on March 15,2026 since the tour starts at 2pm this day. 1 pre-night at Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel $175.00 total (subj change & availability)

    • CIE ToursOperatorWritten June 2025

      If you prefer to talk to someone directly, the TourRadar Customer Support phone number is available to reach based on your region.

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      Transport involves a mix of flying or taking a boat, followed by renting a car as necessary depending on the tour route.

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      Yes, you can book post-tour accommodation directly through our website. Please ensure to specify your dates when booking.

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      Pre-tour accommodation includes one night at a hotel and breakfast. This can be arranged for an additional fee.

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    Aadil

    Asked on October 25th, 2024

    How can I check if my tour includes visits to specific sites like Giants Causeway?

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      The tour itinerary does not cover Giants Causeway as it only visits Belfast, not the North Coast. Please review the detailed itinerary for site visits.

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      Transfers are not included in the tour package but can be purchased separately once your flights are booked.

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      You can purchase a group transfer service that runs until noon from Edinburgh airport. Please confirm your flight details to arrange this service.

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    • CIE ToursOperatorWritten June 2024

      During the tour, there will be opportunities for whisky tasting and we abide by local drinking laws. Ensure you bring a valid ID to participate in such activities.

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      Below are the available May 2025 dates: Sun Apr 27, 2025 Mon May 12, 2025 US$5045, Sun May 04 2025 Mon May 19, 2025 US$5695, Wed May 14, 2025 Thu May 29, 2025 US$5695, Fri May 23, 2025 Sat Jun 07 2025 US$5695. Prices are per person based on double occupancy.

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      We can request accessible accommodations for your stay. We recommend indicating any accessibility needs early in the booking process.

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