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- Day 1 Hello Dublin You’re in for a lyrical love affair with Ireland’s whimsical capital, your launch pad to an enchanting encounter with the 'Emerald Isle' and Scotland. On arrival, transfer to your hotel, then spend the rest of the day exploring the city’s effervescence on your own. This evening sees you visiting EPIC - The Irish Emigration Museum, for some drinks and canapes. Resist the urge to retire early and head to the Temple Bar to soak up the craic in one of the many colorful pubs for which Dublin is justifiably famous. Locations Visited: Dublin IE.
- Day 2 Journey to Harborside Galway Poetry and politics, music and literature – Dublin is famous for all this and more as you’ll come to discover when you join a Local Specialist to delve into Dublin’s tumultuous history and see some iconic sights including Guinness Storehouse and St Patrick's Cathedral. Then, leave the capital behind bound for the harbor city of Galway, known as the 'City of Tribes'. Locations Visited: Dublin IE, Galway IE.
- Day 3 Admire Stunning Connemara Connemara’s 'savage beauty' takes center stage today on your full-day excursion through the endless shades of green which once captured the heart of Oscar Wilde. Visit Kylemore Abbey, a magnificent castellated structure built as a family home and now inhabited by a group of Benedictine nuns. Later, we visit the Connemara Celtic Crystal Factory where you'll Dive into Culture and witness first-hand how their famous crystal designs are made. Locations Visited: Galway IE, Connemara IE, Galway IE.
- Day 4 Onwards to Donegal Explore the quintessential Irish village of Cong and see firsthand why its rugged beauty was chosen as the backdrop of John Wayne's award winning 'The Quiet Man'. Meet the locals at Ireland’s largest sheep farm, Glen Keen Farm, for a heart-warming Be My Guest experience with your hosts, Catherine, Jim and their son James. You’ll watch in deep admiration as the energetic collies herd sheep and enjoy a traditional tea of scones, freshly whipped cream and jam, gaining a deep appreciation for the family’s efforts to preserve Irish heritage and traditions. Then, continue to Donegal, the gateway to the Wild Atlantic Way. Locations Visited: Galway IE, Cong IE, Donegal IE.
- Day 5 Venture to Derry/Londonderry and Belfast Start your day with a visit to Derry/Londonderry where a Local Specialist will take you on a stroll along the ancient walls that surround the Renaissance-style old city. Follow the scenic Causeway Coastal Route through rolling countryside and past rugged cliffs to the Giant’s Causeway. You’ll have some free time to tiptoe in the giant geometric steps of Finn McCool and enjoy lunch before continuing to Belfast, your home for the next two nights. Locations Visited: Donegal IE, Londonderry GB, Belfast GB.
- Day 6 Discover Colorful Belfast Today, join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour of Northern Ireland’s trendy capital. Visit the Titanic Belfast Experience, where you’ll Dive Into Culture and gain insights into the tragic story of the famous ship that met its end in the Atlantic. Then, at the Titantic Distillery enjoy a whiskey tasting and learn how Ireland's golden goodness is made. Take the rest of the afternoon to explore at your leisure, perhaps enjoying a pint in Belfast’s oldest traditional pub or visit Victoria Square for some shopping or consider joining a Local Specialist 'Cabbie' who will take you on a journey through the recent history of Belfast in their taxi. Locations Visited: Belfast GB.
- Day 7 Cross the Irish Sea to Glasgow Bid Ireland farewell as you board your ferry to Scotland. Follow the rugged Ayrshire coast past Ailsa Craig, then continue to Glasgow, where you’ll enjoy an orientation of a city that exudes edginess. Take to the streets on your own exploration and see George Square, Glasgow Cathedral and the Clyde River before finding a cozy pub to warm your heart with a little local whisky and a night on the toon. Locations Visited: Belfast GB, Glasgow GB.
- Day 8 Uncover Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands Sensational scenery follows your journey through the Scottish Highlands from Glasgow to Newtonmore. Loch Lomond sets the tone with views over the water to craggy Ben Lomond. Continue to Glencoe where the tragic 17th-century massacre of the MacDonalds turned the wild beauty of this valley into a 'Glen of Weeping'. Then, on to Fort William, the self-proclaimed ‘Outdoor Capital of the UK’ before arriving in Loch Ness, where you’ll keep a keen eye out for the beloved monster that lurks beneath its surface. Tonight, you’ll enjoy dinner at your hotel. Locations Visited: Glasgow GB, Glencoe GB, Fort William GB, Scottish Highlands GB.
- Day 9 Continue to Elegant Edinburgh Continue to the home of golfing gods, St. Andrews. You’ll view the famous 18th hole before continuing to Edinburgh, your home for the next two nights. Tickets to The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that align with performance dates. Locations Visited: Scottish Highlands GB, St. Andrews GB, Edinburgh GB.
- Day 10 Explore Edinburgh Surrender to the charms of Edinburgh, one of the world’s most enchanting cities. Your Local Specialist will guide your sightseeing tour through the New Town and its elegant Georgian facades to the medieval Old Town where you'll see the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Royal Mile. Afterwards, enjoy the day to explore on your own or get stuck into some last-minute souvenir shopping before visiting Edinburgh Castle, perched atop Castle Rock. This evening joining your travel companions for a rousing dinner to toast your memorable journey together. Locations Visited: Edinburgh GB.
- Day 11 Journey Home Imbued with Gaelic spirit, your holiday has come to an end. Bid your new friends a fond farewell as you prepare for your return journey home. Locations Visited: Edinburgh GB.
Name: Highlights of Ireland and Scotland
Brand: Trafalgar
Quality: First Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: Dublin
End City: Edinburgh
Location Summary: Dublin, IE
Galway, IE
Connemara, IE
Cong, IE
Donegal, IE
Londonderry, GB
Belfast, GB
Glasgow, GB
Glencoe, GB
Fort William, GB
Scottish Highlands, GB
St. Andrews, GB
Edinburgh, GB
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Highlights
- Dining Summary - 10 Breakfast (B). 1 Lunch (L). 2 Dinner (D).
- Must-see Highlights - Explore Dublin, Derry/Londonderry, Belfast and Edinburgh. Discover Galway, Cong and Glasgow . Visit Connemara Celtic Crystal Factory, Kylemore Abbey, Cong, Donegal, Giant's Causeway, Titanic Experience and a whisky distillery in Belfast, Loch Lomond, Fort William, Loch Ness, Pitlochry, Edinburgh Castle and EPIC - The Irish Emigration Museum. View Glencoe and the 18th hole at St. Andrews, St Patrick's Cathedral Dublin, City Walls and Murals of Derry/Londonderry, Belfast City Hall, Forth Rail Bridge and Arthur's Seat. See Ailsa Craig. Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates.
- Iconic Experience - Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House.. Connemara: Visit the Connemara Celtic Crystal Factory and witness master craftsmen bring these intricate crystal designs to life. . Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden: Visit the turreted Neo-Gothic Kylemore Abbey. This monastery was founded in 1920 for Benedictine Nuns who fled Belgium in World War I.. Cong: Enjoy time as you wish to explore this delightful, quintessential Irish village, used as the location for 1952 film, 'The Quiet Man.' See the statue of the lead characters played by John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara, and the ruins of the Medieval Cong Abbey.. Bushmills: In Northern Ireland you'll discover the legend of the Giant's Causeway as you explore this iconic natural landmark. . Londonderry: With a Local Specialist explore inside the city walls. See the Gothic Guildhall and the Georgian houses of Shipquay Street.. Belfast: Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic Belfast visitor attraction in Belfast.. Belfast: Warm your heart with a little Irish whiskey at the Titanic Distillery. . Belfast: Join a Local Specialist to hear about the history of the city and learn of its progress and current prosperity. You’ll explore iconic sights like the Big Fish at Donegall Quay, the Titanic Quarter, and the famous Samson and Goliath cranes. Along the way, you’ll also visit Belfast City Hall and see murals in various locations that reflect the political sentiments of the local residents.. Glasgow: See the grand public buildings of Glasgow, including George Square. . Scottish Highlands: Take in the beauty of the Highlands on a scenic drive past glens, lochs and dramatic peaks. Watch the landscape shift as you travel deeper into one of Scotland’s most striking regions. . Glencoe: Drive through Glencoe, a Highland valley known for steep mountains, open moorland and clan history. Your Travel Director shares context on the area’s past as you follow the road through one of Scotland’s best-known landscapes, with views that show the scale and character of the Highlands.. Fort William: Near the foothills of Ben Nevis, stop in Fort William for a stroll along the charming High Street.. St. Andrews: Visit the university town where the famous beach scene from 'Chariots of Fire' was filmed and see the golf course where the sport was created.. Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Specialist as you travel along Princes Street to see the Scott Memorial, the neoclassical Adam facades of New Town and the official Scottish residence of the King, Palace of Holyroodhouse.. Edinburgh: Visit Edinburgh Castle to view the Scottish Crown Jewels, Mons Meg and other artifacts..
- Be My Guest - Cong: Uncover centuries of Irish heritage as you explore Catherine and Jim Power’s Glen Keen Farm. Marvel at collies herding sheep, and enjoy a traditional tea of scones, freshly whipped cream and jam..
