12-Day Ireland and Scotland Adventure
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Highlights
Trace the Celtic story from Ireland to Scotland, with characterful cities, wild shores, ancient fortresses and a big helping of Highland drama. With plenty of Choice Experiences and free time built in, you’ll make this adventure uniquely yours.
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Itinerary
Welcome to Ireland’s capital, where your Celtic adventure gets off to a lively start. Arrive at your hotel, settle in, then meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a first look at the journey ahead. Later, get your bearings on an orientation drive through this fascinating city. The evening is yours so discover Dublin your way.
Dublin, Ireland
Ireland's most famous (and capital) city was originally a viking settlement. It is home to many landmarks and monument from across its colorful history, such as Dublin Castle, Trinity College, the Molly Malone statue, Mountjoy Square, and much more!
Dive deeper into the city this morning with a Local Specialist, ticking off the city’s big sights and hearing its juiciest stories. As you wander through the Irish capital, see icons like Trinity College, Temple Bar and St Patrick’s Cathedral while listening to tales of literary legends, Viking roots and rebellious heroes. The rest of the day is yours, so keep exploring at your own pace or consider a Choice Experience where you’ll get sporty and try your hand at Gaelic games. This evening you can also opt to ramp up the fun at an interactive Dublin cabaret show.
Dublin, Ireland
Ireland's most famous (and capital) city was originally a viking settlement. It is home to many landmarks and monument from across its colorful history, such as Dublin Castle, Trinity College, the Molly Malone statue, Mountjoy Square, and much more!
Roll south to Kilkenny, Ireland’s medieval marvel packed with cobbled lanes, colorful shopfronts and folklore. Your Travel Director gives you the lowdown before free time to grab lunch, stroll the Medieval Mile or take in views of mighty Kilkenny Castle. Then it’s on to Blarney Castle, where you can wander the grounds and perhaps pucker up for the famous Blarney Stone. Later, continue to Cork, with the option to cap off the day with hearty pub food, local music and classic Irish entertainment.
Kilkenny, Ireland
The county town of County Kilkenny in the province of Leinster in south-east Ireland, a tourist destination with many historical buildings. Kilkenny is also known for its craft and design workshops, the Watergate Theatre, public gardens and museums.
Blarney, Ireland
A charming town in County Cork, Ireland, famous for Blarney Castle and the Blarney Stone, a must-visit romantic and historic destination.
Cork, Ireland
Cork is a city in south-west Ireland, in the province of Munster, which had a population of 125,657 in 2016.
Get ready for one of Ireland’s great scenic drives as you follow the Ring of Kerry, where rugged coastlines, mountain views and postcard-perfect villages keep the cameras busy. Stop in Waterville for free time and lunch your way, then continue to Killarney for an orientation with your Travel Director and time to explore on your own terms. Want to add extra charm? Choose a traditional ‘jaunting car’ ride past the Lakes of Killarney and Ross Castle. Afterwards, return to Cork.
Ring of Kerry
The Ring of Kerry is a 111-mile tourist drive through the county of Kerry in the Republic of Ireland. It passes by many sightseeing spots, such as the Muckross House, Killarney National Park, Torc Waterfall, and much more.
Wave goodbye to Cork today and stop in pretty Adare, where 19th-century thatched cottages bring a storybook charm. Then it’s on to the mighty Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most iconic sights, where rugged rock plunges into the wild Atlantic and seabirds wheel overhead. Take time to enjoy the views, feel the ocean breeze and snap that big-sky photo. Onwards to Galway, where your Travel Director gives you the inside track on this lively harbor city. This evening, continue to explore at your own pace or join an optional walking tour of Galway and dinner.
Cork, Ireland
Cork is a city in south-west Ireland, in the province of Munster, which had a population of 125,657 in 2016.
Adare, Ireland
Adare is a picturesque village in Ireland, famous for its thatched cottages, historic castles, and beautiful gardens.
Cliffs of Moher, Ireland
Famous sea cliffs in County Clare, Ireland, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, a natural wonder and tourist attraction.
Galway, Ireland
This gorgeous Irish city is a quintessential example of the marriage between modern and historic. One of the most-loved tourist spots in the world, its sights include Lynch's Castle, St. Nicholas' Church, museums, theaters, and so much more.
Travel north, stopping in Sligo for a coffee break before continuing to Donegal. Your Travel Director will show you around, then you’ll have free time to get lunch and explore this colorful town. Later, roll on to Derry/Londonderry for an evening of your design. Fancy adding more local flavor? Join an optional dinner at the Walled City Brewery, with beer-paired courses.
Sligo, Ireland
A coastal seaport and the county town of County Sligo, Ireland.
Donegal, Ireland
Donegal, in Ireland's northwest, boasts the Wild Atlantic Way, Slieve League Cliffs, and rich Gaelic culture. With pristine beaches, heritage centers, and Lough Eske, it's a paradise for hikers and culture seekers.
Derry/Londonderry, United Kingdom
Derry/Londonderry, Northern Ireland's second-largest city, is famous for its well-preserved city walls and rich history, making it an excellent place to explore Irish heritage.
Start the day your way with free time or an optional locally guided tour of Derry/Londonderry. Then it’s time to get your camera ready for a trip to the legendary Giant’s Causeway, where thousands of basalt columns meet the wild Antrim coast. Later, continue to Belfast for a Travel Director orientation and then continue discovering the city your way. Choose to visit the Titanic Museum and perhaps top off the evening with an optional guided walk with a pub trip and fish and chips.
Derry/Londonderry, United Kingdom
Derry/Londonderry, Northern Ireland's second-largest city, is famous for its well-preserved city walls and rich history, making it an excellent place to explore Irish heritage.
Giant's Causeway
The Giant's Causeway is an amazing geological wonder and UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is made up of about 40,000 hexagonal basalt columns that formed naturally during a volcanic eruption more than 50 million years ago.
Belfast, United Kingdom
The capital city of Northern Ireland. In its 2018 report on Best Places to Live in Britain, The Sunday Times named Ballyhackamore, "the brunch capital of Belfast", as the best place in Northern Ireland.
Set off on a Belfast orientation drive before heading to the ferry port and crossing to Scotland. Back on land, continue to Glasgow, where your Travel Director gives you the lowdown on the city on the way to your hotel. Tonight, explore at leisure or choose a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience of a seasonal Scottish dinner and comedy show.
Belfast, United Kingdom
The capital city of Northern Ireland. In its 2018 report on Best Places to Live in Britain, The Sunday Times named Ballyhackamore, "the brunch capital of Belfast", as the best place in Northern Ireland.
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and situated on the river Clyde in the country's west central lowlands.
Head for Loch Lomond, where you can enjoy free time or choose an optional cruise across its bonnie banks, with big views and local stories from the skipper. Continue through Glencoe for a photo stop of the dramatic rugged scenery, then on to Fort William for lunch your way. Later, pause in Fort Augustus for a view of infamous Loch Ness before arriving in the Highlands for dinner.
Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom
This sparsely populated, mountainous region in the north of Scotland is full of amazing views. It is often considered the typical, trademark image that represents Scotland as a whole.
Bring 750 years of Scottish history to life on an optional visit inside Blair Castle or explore at your own pace. Continue to St Andrews, famed for its coastal charm and golfing heritage, before arriving in Edinburgh late afternoon. Tonight, relax at leisure or choose a lively Ceilidh evening with dinner, a welcome drink and the famous ‘Piping in the Haggis’ ceremony. Tickets to The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on certain departures.
Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom
This sparsely populated, mountainous region in the north of Scotland is full of amazing views. It is often considered the typical, trademark image that represents Scotland as a whole.
St. Andrews, United Kingdom
A historic town on Scotland's east coast, famed as the home of golf and a prestigious university. Explore beaches, castle ruins, and a medieval cathedral.
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland, to the north of England in the United Kingdom. Learn about the area's proud history at the National Museum of Scotland, and tour the Royal Yacht Britannia and Arthur's Seat.
Go behind the scenes in Scotland’s capital this morning with a Local Specialist, learning about its grand streets and hearing stories of its royal past. Make the rest of the day your own. Choose to visit mighty Edinburgh Castle, home to the Honours of Scotland, or enjoy free time to roam its pretty surrounds at leisure. This afternoon, join an optional Old Town walk with fish and chips, and later opt to see out the day in style with a Johnnie Walker whisky and dinner experience on the Royal Mile.
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland, to the north of England in the United Kingdom. Learn about the area's proud history at the National Museum of Scotland, and tour the Royal Yacht Britannia and Arthur's Seat.
Your Ireland and Scotland adventure wraps up after breakfast. Leave with some amazing memories and maybe a new love for ceilidhs and fish and chips.
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Additional Notes
- ARRIVAL: Guests are to arrive/depart in/from Dublin at Dublin Airport (DUB).
- DEPARTURE: Guest are to depart from Edinburgh at Edinburgh Airport (EDI).
- TRANSFERS: Both complimentary and chargeable transfers are not offered in conjunction with this trip. Guests should make their own way from/to the airport at their own expense.
- PORTERAGE: Porterage is not included; guests will be required to handle their own luggage throughout the tour.
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Each passenger must carry a valid travel document. (Valid visa for countries needed) (E.g. Green Card, Passport, Re-Entry Permit, and etc.) Tour operator is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
Each passenger must carry a valid travel document. (Valid visa for countries needed) (E.g. Green Card, Passport, Re-Entry Permit, and etc.) Tour operator is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
Cancellation penalties per person (request day and departure day are not counted)
30 days or more prior to departure - $175/person penalty.
2-29 days or more prior to departure - $280/person penalty.
Day of departure no show or late - 100% of purchase amount as penalty.
If the tour include airtickets, additional $75+airline surcharge will be charged as penalty.
Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every effort to maintain normal operations.
The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of the tour.
30 days or more prior to departure - $175/person penalty.
2-29 days or more prior to departure - $280/person penalty.
Day of departure no show or late - 100% of purchase amount as penalty.
If the tour include airtickets, additional $75+airline surcharge will be charged as penalty.
Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every effort to maintain normal operations.
The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of the tour.
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