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The Scots Irish Tour
Discover Scots Irish history as you tour from Edinburgh into the Scottish Highlands. After a stop on the Isle of Skye continue to Northern Ireland with a visit to Belfast & Derry. View Giant’s Causeway, the Cliffs of Moher and tour the Dingle peninsula and Killarney before ending in Dublin. Enjoy unique experiences such as a castle stay, a visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia and a medieval banquet.
The 15 day The Scots Irish Tour from CIE Tours is an adventure with a focus on the history of Scotland and Ireland. You'll travel through time as your journey takes you from castles to bustling modern London. In just over two weeks you'll explore much of what these amazing countries have to offer. This 15 day Scots Irish Tour from CIE Tours also features extended stays in some of the best accommodations in all of Europe. Book your tour now and create memories that will most certainly last a lifetime.
15 Days • fr. $4,695
Tour Includes
- Blarney Castle
- Arigna Mining Experience
- Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle
- Cliffs of Moher
- Edinburgh Castle
- Giant's Causeway
- Glenveagh Castle & National Park
- Isle of Skye
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Titanic Belfast
- Go behind the scenes at one of Scotland’s famous distilleries for a tour and a tasting.
- Sip an Irish coffee at the South Pole Inn where you’ll learn about Tom Crean, an Irish explorer who bravely journeyed to the South Pole.
- Expect an unforgettable evening of music, ceremony, theatre and dance at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on August 5 to August 21 departures.
- Handling of one piece of luggage per person is included in the cost of all coach tours. Size should not exceed 30 x 20 x 10 inches and weight should be under 50 lbs. Luggage is carried at owner's risk throughout the tour unless insured.
Not Included
- Tips for personal services and to tour directors and drivers are not included in tour cost and left to your discretion.
- All items of a personal nature (room service, beverages, telephone charges, laundry, special food requests, etc.) and meals not specified on the tour itinerary are not included and must be paid by the client.
- All rates exclude airfare unless expressly noted.
Meal Inclusions
- Full daily breakfasts (except Day 1)
- 12 dinners including Scottish evening in Edinburgh, Ulster Folk Museum Evening, a festive medieval castle banquet, and a traditional Irish dinner and show at Abbey Tavern.
Hotel Details
- Dalmahoy Hotel and Country Club in Edinburgh (2 nights)
- Columba Hotel in Inverness (Sunday Departures) or Newton Hotel in Nairn (Tuesday Departures) (1 night)
- Isles of Glencoe Hotel in Ballachulish (1 night)
- Europa Hotel in Belfast (2 nights)
- Station House Hotel in Letterkenny (1 night)
- Kilronan Castle in Ballyfarnon (2 nights)
- Temple Gate Hotel in Ennis (1 night)
- Killarney Towers Hotel or Killarney Plaza Hotel in Killarney (2 nights)
- Clayton Hotel Burlington Road in Dublin (2 nights)
Day 1
Edinburgh & Royal Yacht Britannia Location Information Description
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Tour begins 2:00 PM at your Edinburgh hotel. Tour the Royal Yacht Britannia, the former floating home of the Queen on many of her travels. Enjoy a welcome drink with your group.
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Day 2
Edinburgh Castle & City Tour Location Information Description
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
See the highlights of central Edinburgh including the bustling Princes Street and the 200-year-old Georgian “New Town.” Walk along part of the Royal Mile and visit Edinburgh Castle to see the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Scone. The remainder of the day is free to relax or explore.
Enjoy a Scottish evening with dining and a lively show with bagpipes, kilts and Highland dancing. The August 4th - 20th departures watch the spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on the Castle Esplanade.
Breakfast, Dinner
Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club
Day 3
Blair Castle & Highlands Location Information Description
Blair Atholl, United Kingdom
Head through the scenic countryside of Perthshire to visit Blair Castle. Enjoy a tour of Blair Athol Distillery to see whisky production and sample a dram.
Location Information Description
Pitlochry, United Kingdom
In Pitlochry, spend some free time exploring and have lunch independently.
Location Information Description
Inverness, United Kingdom
Continue through majestic Highland scenery to Inverness (Sunday departures) or Nairn (Tuesday departures). NOTE: Columba Hotel, Inverness (Sunday Departures) or Muthu Newton Hotel, Nairn (Tuesday Departures)
Breakfast, Dinner
Columba Hotel, Inverness or Muthu Newton Hotel
Day 4
Isle of Skye & Clan Donald Centre Location Information Description
Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom
Travel alongside Loch Ness and through the Highlands, pausing for photos at the picturesque Eilean Donan Castle. Cross to the Isle of Skye by bridge and visit the Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle.
Location Information Description
Ballachulish, United Kingdom
Return to the mainland by ferry and take the “Road to the Isles” through some majestic Highland scenery, stopping for photos at the Glenfinnan Monument.
Breakfast, Dinner
Isles of Glencoe Hotel
Day 5
Glencoe & Rabbie Burns Location Information Description
Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom
Enjoy views of the magnificent Highlands as you travel through Glencoe and along the shore of Loch Lomond. Stop in Alloway to visit the poet Robert Burns Birthplace Museum.
Location Information Description
Belfast, United Kingdom
Embark on a short ferry ride to Belfast.
Breakfast, Dinner
Europa Hotel
Day 6
Location Information Description
Belfast, United Kingdom
At Titanic Belfast, delve into the history of the famous liner. Walk with a local guide to see the imposing City Hall in Donegall Square and Victorian buildings, including the Opera House and the Crown Liquor Saloon. Your afternoon is free to explore. In the evening, visit Crosskeys Inn for dinner and entertainment.
Breakfast, Dinner
Europa Hotel
Day 7
Giant’s Causeway & Derry’s Walls Location Information Description
Antrim, United Kingdom
Enjoy the scenic route of the Nine Glens of Antrim, known for views of mountains, valleys, and coastline. Discover the Giant’s Causeway, enormous hexagonal columns, and pause for photos at the Dunluce Castle ruins.
Location Information Description
Londonderry, United Kingdom
Head to Derry for a walking tour with a local guide to see the 17th- century city walls and the Diamond, the main central square.
Location Information Description
Letterkenny, Ireland
Overnight in Letterkenny at the Station House Hotel.
Breakfast, Dinner
Station House Hotel
Day 8
Glenveagh National Park & Kilronan Castle Location Information Description
Donegal, Ireland
Visit Glenveagh National Park where Captain Adair built Glenveagh Castle in 1870. Enjoy a guided tour and stroll the extensive gardens. Spend free time in Donegal and have lunch independently, then head to Belleek Pottery to watch skilled craftspeople create delicate, highly decorative pieces.
Location Information Description
Kilronan, Ireland
Travel to the luxurious Kilronan Castle with time to relax before dinner in the castle’s fine restaurant.
Breakfast, Dinner
Kilronan Castle Hotel
Day 9
Arigna Mining & Carrick on Shannon Location Information Description
Arigna, Ireland
Visit the Arigna Mining Centre to experience what life was like for a coal miner in the Arigna Valley.
Location Information Description
Carrick on Shannon, Ireland
Then enjoy some free time in the historic town of Carrick-on-Shannon, situated on the River Shannon.
Location Information Description
Kilronan, Ireland
Continue to Kilronan and relax in your castle hotel before dinner.
Breakfast, Dinner
Kilronan Castle Hotel
Day 10
Cliffs of Moher & Medieval Castle Banquet Location Information Description
Galway, Ireland
Head to Galway and join a local guide for a gentle walking tour. See the narrow streets, the medieval city walls, and Lynch’s Castle.
Location Information Description
Cliffs of Moher, Ireland
Travel through the Burren, an area of limestone hills that supports a wide range of flora. View the Cliffs of Moher, soaring high above the Atlantic.
Location Information Description
Ennis, Ireland
In the evening, head to Knappogue or Bunratty Castle for a medieval-style banquet.
Breakfast, Dinner
Temple Gate Hotel
Day 11
Dingle Peninsula & Killarney Location Information Description
Dingle, Ireland
Take a ferry across the River Shannon Estuary to discover the Dingle Peninsula. Take in views from Slea Head at the westernmost tip. Stop in Dingle to explore and sip an Irish coffee at the South Pole Inn.
Location Information Description
Killarney/Ireland, Ireland
Head to Killarney, a town settled beside three lakes in the shadow of Ireland’s highest mountains.
Breakfast, Dinner
Killarney Towers Hotel, or Killarney Plaza Hotel
Day 12
Killarney & Jaunting Car Ride Location Information Description
Killarney/Ireland, Ireland
Enjoy a horse-drawn jaunting car ride to Ross Castle for views of Lough Leane, Killarney’s largest lake. Head to Kenmare for lunch.
Location Information Description
Ring of Kerry, Ireland
Travel along part of the Ring of Kerry for breathtaking vistas of mountains, cliffs, and beaches. Immerse yourself in farm life at Kissane Sheep Farm and see dogs herding sheep.
Location Information Description
Killarney/Ireland, Ireland
Return to Killarney for a free evening.
Breakfast, Lunch
Killarney Towers Hotel, or Killarney Plaza Hotel
Day 13
Blarney Castle & Dublin Location Information Description
Blarney, Ireland
Visit Blarney Castle to kiss the famous stone or stroll through the gardens. Treat yourself to Irish goods at the Blarney Woollen Mills.
Location Information Description
Dublin, Ireland
Travel through the rich dairy country of Cork and Tipperary, past the gentle slopes of the Galtee Mountains. Arrive in Dublin and enjoy a festive dinner at the Abbey Tavern followed by traditional entertainment.
Breakfast, Dinner
Clayton Hotel Burlington Road
Day 14
Dublin Sightseeing Location Information Description
Dublin, Ireland
Explore Dublin at your own pace with an independent Dublin open-top bus tour and a visit to one of Dublin’s top attractions -- Guinness Storehouse, Teeling Distillery, EPIC Ireland, or the General Post Office Museum.
Breakfast
Clayton Hotel Burlington Road
Day 15
Tour Ends in Dublin Location Information Description
Dublin, Ireland
Your program ends after breakfast.
Breakfast
Important information:
Important Information
Cancellation Policy
- 70 days or more prior to departure: Forfeiture of deposit
- 69 - 16 days prior to departure: 30% per person
- 15 - 8 days prior to departure: 50% per person
- 7 - 1 days prior to departure: 90% per person
- On day of departure: 100% per person
- All cancellations must be received in writing prior to tour departure. The cancellation policy will apply according to the date that the cancellation notification is received. The MINIMUM cancellation penalty is the deposit amount.
- The purchase to trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.
Terms and Conditions
- Land only “from price” is per person based on two people sharing a room together.
- All prices are in US Dollars.
- A non-refundable land deposit of $250 per person is required for coach tours. Deposits are required within 5 days of making the reservation. Early booking discounts require higher deposits.
- The final payment must be made by credit card no later than 80 days prior to departure date. If payment is not received as scheduled, the reservation will automatically cancel and deposit payment become forfeit.
- Once confirmed any revision to land tours will incur a $50 handling fee per booking. If clients cancel from one tour and rebook on another tour or another date, a cancellation fee may apply. Revisions are not permitted within 14 days of departure or once documents have been issued.
- Documents will be shipped by U.P.S. ground service approximately 21 days prior to departure provided full payment has been received. If documents are required earlier, sufficient notice id required to arrange for early delivery by regular service. Late bookings will incur an express service delivery charge.
