8 Day Irish & Scottish Sampler - Scottish & Irish Tour Itinerary

Scotland Ireland Suggested Tour. A tour highlighting the capitals of Edinburgh, Belfast and Dublin.  This short and sweet tour will give you a taste of the rich history, culture, and hospitality of these three captivating capitals.

Special Irish & Scottish Dinner/Shows - Belfast - Giant's Causeway - Scenic Glens of Antrim - Highland Scenery - St Andrews - Edinburgh Castle

Hightlights:

• Expect an unforgettable evening of music, ceremony, theatre and dance at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on some August departures.
• Discover the unique flavors of Belfast as a local guide leads you on a fun and food filled walk of some top food and drink spots around Belfast City Centre.

Day 1Edinburgh Tour

Your tour departs from your Edinburgh hotel at 2:30 PM. Have a welcome drink with your group and then set out on a panoramic tour of Edinburgh. Discover the medieval townhouses along the • the Royal Mile, a historic street filled with shops, restaurants, and street performers in the heart of the Old Town and the Georgian mansions of the 200-year-old New Town. Your evening is free to return to the hotel or to explore and dine as you wish.

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Day 2Port of Leith Distillery | Edinburgh Castle

Visit the Port of Leith Distillery, a new distillery in Scotland’s historic center of trade in wines and spirits. Discover how this modern distillery approaches sustainability in ingredients and production methods. Next, explore the iconic Edinburgh Castle, perched atop Castle Rock, once a royal fortress and today home to the Scottish Crown Jewels. The rest of your day is free to stroll the city and dine as you wish. (August 4 and 11 departures attend the spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on the Castle Esplanade.) (B)

Day 3Culzean Castle | Ferry to Belfast

Travel to Culzean Castle, a grand, centuries-old castle that includes an apartment given to General Eisenhower as a gesture of thanks for America’s support in World War II. Tour the beautifully furnished castle and have lunch there before departing for Cairnryan for the ferry to Belfast. Enjoy dinner at your hotel in Belfast this evening. (B, L, D)

Day 4Nine Glens of Antrim | Giant’s Causeway | Crosskeys Inn

Travel along part of the Nine Glens of Antrim, a scenic region with lovely views of mountains, valleys, and coastline. Discover the Giant’s Causeway, a natural wonder formed over 60 million years ago by cooling lava that has given rise to many legends. Savor lunch with your group in Ireland’s oldest thatched roof pub, the Crosskeys Inn. (B, L)

Day 5Titanic Belfast | Hillsborough Castle | Taylors Three Rock

Visit Titanic Belfast, an interactive museum that tells the story of the ill-fated RMS Titanic. Explore the city's street art scene, including the famous political murals. Tour the stately Hillsborough Castle, the home of the King when he visits Northern Ireland. Travel on to Dublin for an Irish night at Taylors Three Rock, where you’ll be entertained by a lively show over dinner. (B, D)

Day 6Dublin City Tour | EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

See Dublin’s grand Georgian buildings and squares, the River Liffey,  see the Ha'penny Bridge and historic O’Connell Street on a panoramic tour. Visit EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, an award-winning, high-tech museum that chronicles the journeys made by Irish emigrants around the globe, and details the stories of the new lives made by the Irish abroad. Your afternoon and evening are free to explore as you wish. (B)

Day 7Tour Ends in Dublin

Your tour ends after breakfast.    (B) B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner *Meal counts vary on Tattoo departures, as the Scottish Evening is replaced with the Tattoo and an independent dinner.

Tour Includes:
Transportation (Buses, shuttles & ferries)

Welcome drinks with your group

Free Wi-Fi on luxury coaches

All entrance fees to attractions

Comprehensive travel itinerary

A travel backpack

Travel adapter

Rain poncho

Luggage strap and tags

Documents wallet

Price per person sharing a twin or triple room. ONLY ONE TRIPLE ROOM IS AVAILABLE PER DEPARTURE - BOOK EARLY. Save 10% per person on coach land tour prices if you 8 & under 18 and traveling with at least one full fare paying passenger. Airfare is available from many cities. Just ask.

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Cancellationon Penalties: Airfare up to 100%; Land: Penalties per person apply: 70 days or longer: Forfeiture of deposit 69 - 46 days: 35% per person 45 - 8 days: 45% per person 7 - 1 days: 60% per person, On day of departure: 100% per person Travel Insurance from $60
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