Scottish & Irish Gold - 16 Days/15 Nights (38 destinations)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a 16-day journey through the enchanting landscapes of Scotland and Ireland. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. From the vibrant city of Glasgow to the tranquil shores of Loch Lomond, the romantic ruins of Armadale Castle to the historic Culloden Battlefield, every day brings a new adventure. Cruise through the scenic 'Road to the Isles', explore the medieval city of Kilkenny, and witness the creation of sparkling masterpieces at the House of Waterford Crystal. Enjoy traditional Scottish and Irish evenings with dinner and entertainment, and end your journey with an independent tour of Dublin's top attractions. This tour is a perfect blend of guided activities and free time for independent exploration, ensuring a truly immersive experience.
Included
Enjoy reserved seats for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on July 28 – August 18 departures. All other departures will experience an exclusive Scottish Evening with
dinner and traditional entertainment.
Dublin Restaurant Dinner
Buses, shuttles & ferries
Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel
Ballachulish Hotel
Muthu Newton Hotel
Atholl Palace Hotel
Norton House Hotel & Spa
Royal Marine Hotel
The Galmont Hotel & Spa
Great Southern Killarney Hotel
Granville Hotel
Clayton Hotel Burlington Road
hotel: 15 night(s);
Local guides will impart historic facts and local lore on walking tours of Dublin’s Trinity College, Galway?and Waterford.
For guests traveling with CIE Tours after January 1, 2023, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are highly recommended, but no longer required.
Hear traditional music as you sip a drink at the Marine Bar in Dungarvan. This lively pub, owned by musician Christy O’Neill, dates back nearly 300 years.
Raise a glass at Sean’s Bar in Athlone. Welcoming the thirsty since 900 AD, it’s in the Guinness Book of World Records as Europe’s oldest pub.
Edinburgh Castle
Inveraray Castle
St. Andrews
Scottish Evening*
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Sean’s Bar in Athlone
Irish Night in Killarney
Cliffs of Moher
Marine Bar in Dungarvan – CIE Tours Exclusive
House of Waterford Crystal
Kylemore Abbey & Gardens
Map
Attractions
Cliffs of Moher
Ross Castle
Irish Whiskey Museum
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
Kilkenny Castle
Guinness Storehouse
Blarney Stone
GPO Museum
The Wonderful Barn
Killary Adventure Company
Whitehead Railway Museum
Battery Park
House of Waterford Crystal
Cronins YardDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Glasgow
- Glasgow - Arrival day
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Begin your journey in Glasgow, a city renowned for its stunning Victorian architecture and thriving cultural scene. Depart from your hotel at 2:00 PM for a panoramic tour of the city's highlights. Visit the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, home to one of Europe's finest art collections. After a welcome drink with your group, the evening is yours to explore Glasgow's restaurants and nightlife.
Day 2 – Day 2: Glasgow - Inveraray - Ballachulish
Day 2: Glasgow - Inveraray - Ballachulish
- Battery Park
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Embark on a cruise of Loch Lomond, offering views of highland peaks. Stroll through the town of Inveraray before taking a guided tour of the Inveraray Castle, featured in 'Downton Abbey'. Drive through Glencoe, one of Scotland's most spectacular and beautiful places, before arriving at your hotel in Ballachulish, located on the shores of Loch Leven.
Day 3 – Day 3: Ballachulish - Isle of Skye - Nairn
Day 3: Ballachulish - Isle of Skye - Nairn
Travel on the scenic 'Road to the Isles', stopping for photos at the Glenfinnan Monument. Take a ferry to the Isle of Skye to visit the romantic ruins of Armadale Castle. Back on the mainland, travel along the shores of Loch Ness before ending the day at your hotel in Nairn, a lovely manor house set on spacious grounds near the North Sea.
Day 4 – Day 4: Nairn - Pitlochry
Day 4: Nairn - Pitlochry
Visit the Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre to learn about the historic battle and stroll around the moorland and the visitor center. Continue through majestic Highland scenery to a local farm for a demonstration of trained dogs herding sheep. Spend the evening in a gracious manor-style hotel near Pitlochry.
Day 5 – Day 5: Pitlochry
Day 5: Pitlochry
Visit Blair Castle, home of the Dukes and Earls of Atholl. Go behind the scenes at Blair Athol Distillery for a tour and sample of the finished product. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring hotel gardens and museum, or browsing around Pitlochry town.
Day 6 – Day 6: Pitlochry - St Andrews
Day 6: Pitlochry - St Andrews
Visit Glamis Castle, the legendary setting of 'Macbeth'. Head to St Andrews, the 'Home of Golf'. Enjoy a traditional Scottish evening with dinner and entertainment. Some departures enjoy an evening free to dine independently.
Day 7 – Day 7: St Andrews - Edinburgh
Day 7: St Andrews - Edinburgh
Take a panoramic tour of Edinburgh, from its medieval townhouses along the Royal Mile to the 200-year-old 'New Town' area. Tour the imposing Edinburgh Castle with its splendid views of the city. The rest of the day is free for independent exploring, shopping, and dining. Some departures attend the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on the Castle Esplanade.
Day 8 – Day 8: Edinburgh - Belfast - Dun Laoghaire
- Dublin
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- Whitehead Railway Museum
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Say farewell to your Scottish guide and embark on a ferry ride to Belfast. Visit Titanic Belfast, a state-of-the-art attraction that will immerse you in the full story of the ill-fated ocean liner. Head to your hotel in the seaside suburb of Dun Laoghaire near Dublin, where you will meet your Irish driver/guide, and enjoy a free evening in this charming harbor town.
Day 9 – Day 9: Dun Laoghaire - Athlone - Galway
- Dublin
- Galway
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Head to Athlone for a welcome drink at Sean's Bar, the oldest bar in Europe. Join a local guide for a walking tour through the beautiful harbor city of Galway; see its stone-clad buildings and medieval, winding lanes. Enjoy some free time to explore Galway on your own, then join your fellow travelers for dinner at your hotel.
Day 10 – Day 10: Galway - Connemara - Galway
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- Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
- Killary Adventure Company
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Explore scenic Connemara. Take a short catamaran cruise of Killary Harbour, a 9-mile fjord. Head to Kylemore Abbey, set beside a tranquil lake, to see elegant rooms, the charming church, and the Victorian walled gardens. Return to Galway, where your evening is free to explore the city's lively pubs and excellent restaurants.
Day 11 – Day 11: Galway - Burren - Killarney
- Galway
- Killarney
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- Cliffs of Moher
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Travel south around Galway Bay, through the austere beauty of the Burren, to visit a sheep farm and see trained sheepdogs show off their herding skills. Visit the Cliffs of Moher, rising 700 feet above the Atlantic surf. Take a ferry across the River Shannon estuary as you head to Killarney, where you'll enjoy an evening of traditional Irish entertainment over dinner at Kate Kearney's Cottage.
Day 12 – Day 12: Killarney - Kenmare - Killarney
- Killarney
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- Ross Castle
- Cronins Yard
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Take a traditional horse-drawn jaunting car through Killarney National Park to scenic Ross Castle. See the highlights of Ireland's most popular scenic drive, the Ring of Kerry, and take a break in the colorful village of Kenmare. In the beautiful Gap of Dunloe, visit Moriarty's, a CIE Tours preferred shopping partner. Return to Killarney for an evening on your own.
Day 13 – Day 13: Killarney - Dungarvan - Waterford
- Killarney
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- Blarney Stone
- House of Waterford Crystal
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Drive through the mountains on the way to Blarney Castle. Climb the winding staircase to kiss the famous stone, or just explore the tranquil gardens. Travel along the coast to the Marine Bar in Dungarvan, a CIE Tours exclusive venue, for some traditional music. Continue to Waterford, where you'll witness the creation of sparkling masterpieces as you visit the House of Waterford Crystal.
Day 14 – Day 14: Waterford - Kilkenny - Dublin
- Dublin
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- Kilkenny Castle
- The Wonderful Barn
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Join a local guide for a walking tour of the narrow streets of Waterford, discovering its fascinating past. In Kilkenny, spend free time exploring the medieval city center, then tour the beautifully restored Kilkenny Castle. Travel on to Dublin, where you'll dine with a glass of wine at The Donnybrook Gastropub.
Day 15 – Day 15: Dublin
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- Irish Whiskey Museum
- Guinness Storehouse
- GPO Museum
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Enjoy an independent Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour and a visit to one of Dublin's top attractions – Guinness Storehouse, Teeling Distillery, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, or the GPO Museum.
Day 16 – Day 16: Dublin
- Dublin - Departure day
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Your 16-day tour ends after breakfast in Dublin. Take with you the memories of a truly immersive Scottish and Irish experience.
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