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Tour Operator:

Trafalgar Tours

Tour Code:

BIASZN20-54-

Start City:

Dublin

End City:

Edinburgh

Tour Style:

Escorted Tour

Tour Quality:

First Class

Tour Length:

15 days

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Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Travel to see the very Best of Ireland and Scotland, from delicate Waterford Crystal to the golfing greats of St. Andrews. Kiss the Blarney Stone and you’ll be sharing tales from Giant’s Causeway, the Ring of Kerry and the Scottish Highlands for years to come.

Countries Visited

Ireland , North Ireland , Scotland

Cities Visited

Adare , Ballina , Belfast , Blarney , Culloden , Donegal , Dublin , Edinburgh , Fort William , Galway , Glasgow , Glencoe , Isle of Skye , Kildare , Killarney , Londonderry , Ring of Kerry , Scottish Highlands , Waterford

  1. Day 1
    Welcome to Dublin
    Explore the Celtic heritage and hospitality of Ireland and Scotland on this grand adventure through beautiful landscapes and enchanting cities. Our first day sees us delve into the whimsy of the Irish capital, before joining our fellow travelers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception.Accommodation: The Address Hotel Connolly, Clayton Ballsbridge
    Meals:   Dinner
  2. Day 2
    Discover Diverse Dublin
    Drive through the streets of Dublin, joining your Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour past the stately Georgian Squares and St. Patrick's Cathedral, the tallest church in Ireland. Enjoy a leisurely day exploring the city. Stop for a pint of 'the Black Stuff' in Temple Bar, admire the colorful performers on Grafton Street or consider joining an Optional Experience this evening to tap your feet to the lively sounds of Irish music at an Irish cabaret.Accommodation: The Address Hotel Connolly, Clayton Ballsbridge
    Meals:   Breakfast
  3. Day 3
    Journey to Waterford Dive Into Culture
    Dive Into Culture and gain insights into Ireland’s strong tradition of breeding world-class thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud in Kildare. Enjoy a guided walk admiring the powerful steeds that have made racing history and stroll around the tranquil Japanese gardens. We travel to the House of Waterford Crystal this afternoon and Dive Into Culture yet again to witness this delicate craft, watching talented master crafters at work in their workshop.Accommodation: Fitzwilton
    Meals:   Breakfast
  4. Day 4
    Onwards to Blarney and Killarney Connect with Locals
    Bend over backwards and kiss the Blarney Stone and acquire the 'gift of the gab' before crossing the Kerry Mountains to County Kerry. We journey to 1930s Ireland this evening for an unforgettable experience, visiting the working farms of Muckross, where we'll learn about traditional farming and meet the families who ply the land. Your visit will help to preserve the heritage of rural Ireland and you’ll Connect With Locals, savoring delicious local flavors during your Be My Guest visit to the Quilles Farmhouse against the scenic backdrop of the lakes of Killarney.Accommodation: Hotel Killarney
    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  5. Day 5
    A Day on the Ring of Kerry
    The astounding beauty of the Iveragh Peninsula accompanies us on this soul-stirring coastal journey around the Ring of Kerry – a dramatic landscape of mountains, loughs and lakes which have inspired writers and poets for centuries. See Daniel O'Connell's Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll's Gap with the Macgillycuddy's Reeks peaks in the distance.Accommodation: Hotel Killarney
    Meals:   Breakfast
  6. Day 6
    Continue to Galway and Ballina
    Drive to Adare, one of Ireland's prettiest villages, known for its thatched cottages. The imposing stone cathedral, built on the site of an old prison and Eyre Square on our next stop in Galway, where we'll enjoy some free time to explore the city before continuing our journey northward. This evening we dine in our hotel.Accommodation: Great National Ballina
    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  7. Day 7
    Off to Donegal and on to Londonderry
    Head north to Donegal with its 'Diamond' center before joining a Local Specialist in Londonderry to stroll along its 17th-century walls. See the neighborhood of the Bogside, known for its murals that depict events of the 'Troubles' like the Battle of the Bogside, which sparked the conflict.Accommodation: City Hotel Derry
    Meals:   Breakfast
  8. Day 8
    Admire the Giant’s Causeway and on to Belfast Make Travel Matter Dive Into Culture
    Tread in the footsteps of Finn McCool and along the other-worldly Giant's Causeway 'steps' that descend into the sea during your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Your visit will help to conserve this iconic landmark. We arrive in Belfast later and visit the Titanic Belfast Experience where we’ll Dive Into Culture and gain insights into the tragic story of the famous ship that met its end in the Atlantic. The rest of the evening is yours to enjoy the vibrant nightlife of the capital of Northern Ireland.Accommodation: AC by Marriott , Stormont
    Meals:   Breakfast
  9. Day 9
    Cross the Irish Sea to Glasgow
    Join your Local Specialist in Belfast this morning for an included city tour which will take you to Queen's University and the Baroque Revival-style City Hall. We board our ferry in Belfast and cross to Cairnryan in Scotland, driving through the Ayrshire countryside bound for Glasgow, our home for the next two nights.Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn City Center, Maldron
    Meals:   Breakfast
  10. Day 10
    Discover Glasgow’s Rich Legacy Dive Into Culture
    Delve into Scotland’s intriguing cultural capital and stroll through the town to admire views of George Square and the River Clyde, once the heart of Scotland's shipbuilding industry. We head to a whisky distillery next where we’ll Dive Into Culture and learn how to make Scotland's favorite honey-colored drink with a chance to sample a wee dram. We then have some free time to explore the city.Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn City Center, Maldron
    Meals:   Breakfast
  11. Day 11
    Continue Over the Sea to Skye
    Journey along the famous bonnie banks of Loch Lomond to the tragic site of the 1692 massacre of the MacDonalds at the 'Glen of Weeping'. Continue to Fort William at the foot of Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis. Then, cross to the Isle of Skye, where we'll spend this evening dining in our hotel.Accommodation: Dunollie
    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  12. Day 12
    Venture to Loch Ness and Culloden in the Scottish Highlands
    We leave the rugged beauty of Skye behind and venture to the site where three lochs meet. View Eilean Donan Castle before traveling along the banks of Loch Ness in search of the elusive monster that bears its name. The bloody battlefield of Culloden is our next stop, where we spend a poignant moment reflecting on the many men who lost their lives in the brief but brutal battle between the Redcoats and Bonnie Prince Charlie's Jacobites. This evening we spend the evening dining at our hotel in the Scottish Highlands.Accommodation: Highlander
    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  13. Day 13
    Journey to Enchanting Edinburgh
    Traversing the dramatic landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, we pass Pitlochry before arriving in St. Andrews to see its famous golf course on which golfing greats have clamoured to play for centuries. We cross the scenic Firth of Forth to enchanting Edinburgh, our home for the next two nights. Tickets to see the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates.Accommodation: Novotel Center, Delta Hotels by Marriott.
    Meals:   Breakfast
  14. Day 14
    Uncover Edinburgh’s Treasures
    Join your Local Specialist for a guided sightseeing tour which includes a visit to Edinburgh Castle, surveying the city from the imposing Castle Rock. See the Royal Mile, the elegant Palace of Holyrood in the shadow of Arthur's Seat and the new Scottish Parliament building. As our memorable holiday comes to an end, we join our Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner to reminisce over shared experiences.Accommodation: Novotel Center, Delta Hotels by Marriott.
    Meals:   Breakfast   Dinner
  15. Day 15
    Farewell Edinburgh
    For now it’s time to say a fond farewell to Scotland and our newfound friends, after our unforgettable Celtic sojourn.
    Meals:   Breakfast
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Inclusions

Dining Summary

  • 6 Dinner (D)
  • 14 Breakfast (B)

Be My Guest

  • Killarney: It's 1930s Ireland revisited. Visit the working farms of Muckross taking you back to a time of traditional farming. Learn how to churn butter and dine in the Quilles Farmhouse against the scenic backdrop of the lakes of Killarney.

Dive Into Culture

  • Kildare: Admire Ireland's finest thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud Farm.
  • Waterford: Learn how crystal is crafted at the House of Waterford Crystal during a workshop tour.
  • Belfast: Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic Belfast visitor attraction and monument in Belfast.
  • Pitlochry: Warm your heart with a little Scottish whisky at a traditional distillery in the Scottish Highlands.

Iconic Experience

  • Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House.
  • Blarney: It is said that those who kiss the Blarney Stone are bestowed with the power to persuade, flatter and coax. But to do so, you must dangle from the ramparts! Visit Blarney Castle and see the famous Stone of Eloquence.
  • Adare: Experience a village walk through the main street lined with thatched cottages.
  • Galway: Explore the historic heart of Galway. See landmarks such as the Spanish Arch and the cathedral, or perhaps admire the distinctive Claddagh rings.
  • Donegal: Stop in Donegal and see The Diamond, a hub for music and cultural gatherings in the town.
  • 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.
  • Fort William: Near the foothills of Ben Nevis, stop in Fort William for a stroll along the charming High Street.
  • Eilean Donan: Stop for a photo of this gorgeous castle.
  • Inverness: At the exciting Culloden Visitor Center, discover why the Battle of Culloden lasted only an hour yet changed the Highland way of life forever.
  • Scottish Highlands: Admire picturesque lochs and glens as you travel through the Scottish Highlands.
  • 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 with an expert, who'll explain how your visit helps conserve this iconic natural landmark.

Must-see Highlights

  • : Explore Dublin, Londonderry, Belfast and Edinburgh with a Local Specialist
  • : Discover Waterford, Adare, Galway and Glasgow
  • : Visit the Irish National Stud in Kildare, the Waterford Crystal Showroom, Blarney Castle, Giant's Causeway, Titanic Experience in Belfast, a whisky distillery and Edinburgh Castle
  • : View Eilean Donan Castle, the battlefield of Culloden and the 18th green at St. Andrews
  • : See St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin, Galway Cathedral and Loch Lomond
  • : Scenic Drive of the Ring of Kerry
  • : Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates
  • Glencoe: Drive through this Highland village on Loch Leven.

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 utilized.

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 utilized.

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Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
3.8
Accommodations
3.2
Itinerary
3.9
Professional Staff
4.4
Repeat with Operator
3.8
Value for Money
3.4

Ratings based off 49 reviews - currently showing 15 reviews with comments only
JM Jan on May 21, 2022  
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5

The tour director, Joel, was the best one we've ever had on a bus tour. He went out of his way to endure our trip was excellent. I discovered that I can't climb into tall bathtubs and Joel made see that our rooms had walk in showers, even trading his room for ours one time.

SW Sarah on Apr 29, 2019  
Accommodations
3
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5

Not luxury but comfortable, comprehensive and fun

LT Ladeana on Sep 08, 2018  
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5

We loved the trip to Ireland and Scotland! Donna, who booked our trip did a great job. Jordana, our tour director was outstanding and wonderful, and Darius, our driver was the best. It was truly and awesome trip! Thank you all!

CS Charles on Aug 04, 2018  
Accommodations
1
Itinerary
1
Professional Staff
3
Repeat with Operator
1
Value for Money
1

We were quite disappointed with Trafalgar. Several of our hotels were changed. Our tour director didn't seem to care about us at all (ie: 2 of the other travelers had their luggage lost, 1 for 4 days, the other for the whole 2 weeks and our director just kind of said, "What a shame" and did nothing. Maybe we are spoiled by Globus, but neither the hotels (except the last one), nor the included meals were up to standard. We would be better off finding our own meals. We were looking forward to seeing the "Ring of Kerry" touted as, ".....a breathtaking coastal drive....See....the fishing village of Waterville....and Moll's Gap...". We drove along the coast for less than a mile, never went to Waterville and drove past Moll's Gap at about 40 mph!

MP Marion on Aug 04, 2018  
Accommodations
1
Itinerary
3
Professional Staff
1
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1
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1

Very mixed...some accomodations great, 2 really bad ( mold in bathroom...pictures taken by me,... dirty rooms, small rooms, rooms smaller than my master bathroom at home, stained carpets, musty smells, no heat, noise all night, breakfast buffets poor, service poor, one hotel room in a basement and very claustrophobic...... like staying in a dungeon, hotel staff indiffrent). Tour guide very scripted and dismissive, sacastic, not helpful. Some points in tour description were covered by wizzing by the site, and if you were on the correct side of the bus you might focus in on taking a photo. Seat rotation on bus not equitable, as some people had front row seats a couple of times, some people never had front seats. Tour guide was a smoker and reeked of smoke. We had numerous short "bathroom breaks" which were really more like stops so the tour guide could smoke. Tour guide (an Irishman) had lots of ad lib info and promotions about Ireland and minimal info about Scotland and almost distain for the Scotts. Tour guide was not available for assistance...Dropped tour group off at hotels, landmarks, ect., and did not make himself available . He was an older guide (65?) and former bus driver who apparently has learned how to "play the system' and put in his time until retirement. He olny became hopsitable and showed concern the last two days of the tour, when it was near the time to recieve tips. Many people of the tour were disgusted and I hope they give fedback to their booking agents. I will never take another Trafalgar tour and will discourage any one I know of ever using the services of Trafalgar.

CM Connie on Aug 04, 2018  
Accommodations
1
Itinerary
3
Professional Staff
3
Repeat with Operator
3
Value for Money
3

3 hotels in Scotland were shady and not up to our expectations. we survived

CC Cheryl on Aug 04, 2018  
Accommodations
3
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
3
Repeat with Operator
1
Value for Money
3

Personally, we prefer the relaxation of a cruise, making it unlikely we'll take another land tour. Specific complaints about the operator, though: 1. Failure to know nearest medical facilities at each stop. My husband needed to see a doctor, which we finally located 10 days into the trip. 2. Being dumped out at places just to kill time. 3. No hand sanitizer (to our knowledge) on the bus. Many got sick with colds(?). 4. Having tickets to the Edinburgh Tattoo was wonderful; however, seats were very high in the stands, making it difficult for some with limited mobility to navigate.

DK Delmar on May 26, 2018  
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5

Another super trip. I have done several trips with Trafalgar and they have all been excellent.

CK Cathryn on Sep 02, 2017  
Accommodations
1
Itinerary
3
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
3
Value for Money
3

I was not aware of the difficulties related to getting in and out of the showers. I would have requested handicap rooms if I had known. That was my only complaint. Everything else was great! The guide  and driver were way above my expectations.

BG Benjamin on Aug 05, 2017  
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1
Itinerary
1
Professional Staff
1
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1
Value for Money
1

The first hotel in our itinerary (Trim castle hotel) was switched at last moment for an inferior one away from downtown Dublin, essentially confining us to 2 days of bland, activity devoid stay. When the Travel Director was asked to provide information on why it was switched, no answers were offered. Later we were told the reservation was made late and this was the only hotel left. That was completely inaccurate as I had booked the trip 9 months prior. There was too much time spent in the travelling bus, and less time in the sight seeing and less time to prepare for our nightly activities. Too much time spent on historical sites and less on more fun things like visiting markets, old towns squares.

PH Patrick on Aug 05, 2017  
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5

We had a great time on this two week tour of Ireland and Scotland with Trafalgar. The tour exceeded our expectations in all categories. The tour director, local guides and our two bus drivers were all to notch. The hotels were all clean and comfortable and I would rate them between 3 and 5 stars. Some of the hotels in the small towns in the countryside of Ireland and Scotland were a little quirky but that just added to the fun of the overall experience. We made a lot of friends on this trip and look forward to traveling with Trafalgar again in the future.

VW Verland on Sep 10, 2016  
Accommodations
3
Itinerary
3
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
3

The Trafalgar Tour Guide was beyond exceptional! She was fabulous as she often used that word to describe the scenery or the sites. Almost all hotels were very good except for the Isle of Skye...very poor beds! Other than that we have said that we will definitely use Trafalgar and Affordable Tours again. Thanks for everything!

CM Charles on Oct 03, 2015  
Accommodations
3
Itinerary
3
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
3

For those who enjoy the motor coach as a means of touring around parts of Europe, this is a good itinerary that includes Northern Ireland, which I don't believe is common. The tour staff were wonderful and highly recommended. Some of the accommodations were quite rustic, so not up to what most would consider a "standard". However, they were located in remote areas and were the best available from what we could see. The itinerary is quite aggressive with a lot of time spent in the coach. In our case, this will probably be our last motor coach tour only because we find that we don't enjoy the extended travel time in the coach that much anymore. Our preferred mode of travel in Europe is now river ships.

KE Kent on Oct 03, 2015  
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5

Our experience was excellent in every respect.

MD Mildred on Apr 27, 2013  
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5

Trafalgar Tours was excellent. Our Tour Director was THE BEST. He was most informative about the areas we visited. His knowledge of past history and present day issues was remarkable. He is to be commended. We also had great respect for our driver again very personable and very professional.

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