Highlights of Ireland and Scotland (Bus Tour)

Highlights

Dining Summary

• 10 Breakfast (B)
• 1 Lunch (L)
• 2 Dinner (D)

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.

Dive into Culture

• Connemara: Visit the Connemara Celtic Crystal Factory and witness master craftsmen bring these intricate crystal designs to life.
• Belfast: Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic Belfast visitor attraction and monument in Belfast.
• Belfast: Warm your heart with a little Irish whiskey at a the Titanic Distillery.

Iconic Experience

• Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House.
• 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.
• Londonderry: With a Local Specialist explore inside the city walls. See the Gothic Guildhall and the Georgian houses of Shipquay Street.
• Belfast: Join a Local Specialist to hear about the history of the city and learn of its progress and current prosperity. See the murals in different locations indicating the political sentiments of local residents.
• Glasgow: See the grand public buildings of Glasgow, including George Square.
• Scottish Highlands: Admire picturesque lochs and glens as you travel through the Scottish Highlands.
• Glencoe: Drive through this Highland village on Loch Leven.
• 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.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

• Bushmills: In Northern Ireland you'll discover the legend of the Giant's Causeway as you explore this iconic natural landmark. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Must-see Highlights

• Explore Dublin, Londonderry, Belfast and Edinburgh
• Discover Galway, Glasgow and Cong
• Visit Connemara Celtic Crystal Factory, Kylemore Abbey, Cong, Donegal, Giant's Causeway, Titanic Experience in Belfast, a whisky distillery, Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Fort William, Loch Ness, Pitlochry and Edinburgh Castle
• View Glencoe and the 18th hole at St. Andrews
• See Ailsa Craig
• Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates

Included in Price

Whats Included

• An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
• Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
• Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• Ferry from Northern Ireland to Scotland
• Optional Experiences and free time
• On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

Travel Package

This is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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