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Emerald Isle, Highland Discovery & London
Ireland & Scotland & London in 18 Days, 16 Nights in Destination
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$10,199
$5,599
/person
-45%
Isabel
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Become enchanted with the magic of the UK and Ireland in this excursion that will take you through charming medieval cities, vast landscapes of lush greenery and urban capitals.
Trip Highlights
- London
- Cliffs of Moher
- Dublin
- Galway
- Kilkenny
- Edinburgh
- Glasgow
- Inverness
- Isle of Skye
Included
All flights
Accommodation
Some transfers
Activities
Breakfast only
Availability
Departures available until November 2025
Available Group tours
Solo travelers from + $2,150
Add up to 4 nights to your stay
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charm included
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Itinerary
Discover Dublin and the traditional music of Galway. Admire the beauty of Connemara, the scenery of Killarney, and stop in the historic city of Limerick. Fall in love with the stunning landscapes of Cliffs of Moher, the Isle of Skye and the legendary Loch Ness and finally, head to London, the cultural capital of the United Kingdom.
1st Day: Canada - Night on board
Arrive at your Canadian departure airport ready to board a flight to Dublin, the Irish capital. Night on board.*
* If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
2nd Day: Dublin
Arrive at Dublin airport, meet your driver and transfer to the hotel. Once settled, spend the rest of the day exploring the Irish capital at your leisure. Why not take a stroll along the banks of the River Liffey to admire the city's diverse architecture or head straight to the vibrant Temple Bar area to enjoy the cosy atmosphere of Dublin's best pubs and eateries.
A number of venues in the area hold regular live music performances so be sure to catch one of these for an unforgettable start to your journey through Ireland. Overnight stay in Dublin.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Staycity Aparthotels - Ti... or similar
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3rd Day: Dublin
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy a walking tour of Dublin. Explore the most emblematic sights and get to know the history of this wonderful capital. Pass by famous Trinity College, the oldest university in Ireland and whose library is home to the legendary Book of Kells.
Continue to the Temple Bar area, the cultural center of Dublin and home to colorful pubs which host live Irish music and dance performances. Learn the legend of the Ha’Penny Bridge over the River Liffey and stroll past Dublin Castle, the seat of British Rule in Ireland for over 700 years.
Continue past Christchurch Cathedral and St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Ireland's largest church and named after the beloved patron Saint of Ireland. The remainder of the day is free to enjoy your last moments in Dublin at your leisure. Why not pay a visit to the Jameson Whiskey Distillery, or the famous Guinness Storehouse to learn all about the "black stuff". For dinner and a show, you can join our optional Irish evening*. Overnight stay in Dublin.
*Optional Irish evening with dance show and dinner: Enjoy a 3-course dinner and an evening filled with traditional Irish song and dance.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Staycity Aparthotels - Ti... or similar
463 Reviews
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Activities
Walking Tour of Dublin
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Irish evening with dance show and dinner
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4th Day: Dublin - Athlone - Galway
Breakfast at the hotel. Leave the capital behind today as you travel to the town of Athlone, which sits on the River Shannon in the center of the county. Take a panoramic tour of Athlone to see its impressive 13th-century castle and historic streets.
After some time at your leisure, continue to Galway a port city on Ireland’s west coast, where the River Corrib meets the Atlantic Ocean. Visit the city center, learn about its history and explore Eyre Square, a popular meeting spot surrounded by shops and traditional pubs, many of which still offer traditional Irish folk music shows. Overnight stay in County Galway.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Nox Hotel or similar
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Activities
Galway City Centre Visit
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Panoramic Tour of Athlone
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5th Day: Galway - Connemara - Galway
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart towards Connemara National Park, a beautiful cultural region, situated in County Galway. Connemara is known for its strong connection to traditional Irish culture and immaculate landscapes.
Admire the rolling countryside, home to wild Connemara ponies. After a day of exploring the rich landscapes of rural Ireland, return to your hotel and enjoy the evening at your leisure. Overnight stay in County Galway.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Nox Hotel or similar
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Activities
Connemara National Park
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6th Day: Galway - Cliffs of Moher - Killarney
Breakfast at the hotel. Discover one of the most iconic landscapes in Ireland: the stunning Cliffs of Moher! Stretching along the coastline for around 14-kilometers, these dramatic sea cliffs overlook the wild waters of the Atlantic.
Set off towards Country Kerry, stopping along the way in Limerick, one of the oldest and most important cities in Ireland, dating back to the 12th-century.
Afterwards, continue to the southwest of Ireland and into County Kerry, home to the beautiful scenery of the Killarney National Park. Transfer to the hotel and overnight stay in Kerry.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Torc Hotel or similar
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Activities
Cliffs of Moher
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Limerick & County Kerry
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7th Day: Killarney - Ring of Kerry - County Cork
Breakfast at the hotel. Explore the Ring of Kerry today, an area of immense natural beauty, glistening lakes and dramatic coastlines, home to incredible beaches and charming seaside villages.
In the afternoon, head towards Cork, known as the culinary capital of Ireland and famed for its fantastic food market. It's also home to brilliant museums and art galleries and the legendary Shandon Bells. Overnight stay in County Cork.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Carrigaline Court Hotel &... or similar
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Activities
Ring of Kerry
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Visit to the city of Cork
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8th Day: Cork - Kilkenny - Dublin
Breakfast at the hotel. Begin the journey back to Dublin, stopping along the way at the medieval town of Kilkenny with its cobblestoned streets and imposing St. Canices Cathedral.
After some time at your leisure, continue towards the capital. Arrive in Dublin and enjoy the evening at your leisure, hitting the bars or revisiting your favorite sights. Overnight stay in Dublin.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Staycity Aparthotels - Ti... or similar
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Activities
Kilkenny Town
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9th Day: Dublin - Edinburgh
Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to Edinburgh. Arrive in Edinburgh and self-transfer* to the hotel.
The capital of Scotland, Edinburgh is famed for its charming medieval Old Town and elegant Georgian New Town with neoclassical gardens and buildings. The rest of the day is free at your leisure to explore the city. Overnight stay in Edinburgh.
*You will have the option to add a transfer from the airport to your hotel in the next step of the booking process.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ibis Edinburgh Centre Sou... or similar
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10th Day: Edinburgh – Stirling – Whisky Distillery – Highlands
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, embark on an adventure towards the highlands. En route, you will stop by Stirling, a charming city in central Scotland where you will briefly visit a couple of historical sites and attractions such as the Wallace Monument, arguable the most important landmark of the city. You will have time to explore Stirling at your own pace, ideal for you to grab lunch.
After spending some time in Stirling’s urban and natural beauty, continue north to visit one of Scotland’s most famous exports; whisky. You will tour a working distillery where you will become acquainted with the processes and production and sample a ‘wee dram’. Overnight stay in the Highlands.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
River Ness Hotel or similar
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Activities
Whisky distillery with Tour and Tasting
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11th Day: Highlands – Isle of Skye – Loch ness – Highlands
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, make your way towards the west of Scotland for a visit to the beautiful and scenic Isle of Skye, known for its rugged landscapes, medieval castles and picturesque fishing villages. Take this time to appreciate Scotland in its full natural glory.
On the way back to your hotel, you will hop on a brief cruise in the Loch Ness for an unforgettable experience! If you’re lucky, you may even catch a glimpse of Nessie! Overnight stay in the Highlands.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
River Ness Hotel or similar
323 Reviews
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Activities
Loch Ness Cruise
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Visit to the Isle of Skye
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12th Day: Highlands – Fort William – Trossachs – Glasgow
Breakfast at the hotel. Get ready to head back down to the south of Scotland to acquaint yourself with its biggest city, Glasgow. En route, stop in Fort Augustus which sits on the impressive 60 mile Caledonian Canal, halfway between Inverness and Fort William and offering spectacular views down Loch Ness.
From here, continue south through the Trossachs and Loch Lomond, the largest loch in the country. Once you have arrived in Glasgow, you will check-in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight stay in Glasgow.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ibis Styles Glasgow Centr... or similar
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13th Day: Glasgow – Edinburgh
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, take part in a city tour of Glasgow where you will learn about its history, culture and impressive architecture and stop by some of its most emblamatic attractions, including: the Glasgow Cathedral, the Kelvingrove art gallery and more.
From here, enjoy some free time at your leisure to grab a bite to eat. Next, head back to Edinburgh to embark on another city tour where you will familiarize yourself with its top sites, including the Royal Mile and more. Overnight stay in Edinburgh.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ibis Edinburgh Centre Sou... or similar
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Activities
Panoramic tour of Edinburgh
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Glasgow Panoramic Visit
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14th Day: Edinburgh
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the entire day at your own leisure; the perfect way to take in the beauty of the city one last time at your own pace. Perhaps this would also be a good time to go shopping for some souvenirs to take back home or stop by the impressive Edinburgh Castle. For dinner, you're invited to an optional experience* called the Spirit of Scotland. Overnight stay in Edinburgh.
*Optional Spirit of Scotland dinner and show: Dine on 3 delightful courses as you enjoy an exciting show of song and dance that showcases the unique artistic traditions of Scotland.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ibis Edinburgh Centre Sou... or similar
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Activities
Spirit of Scotland dinner and show
Light
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15th Day: Edinburgh - London
Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, self-transfer to the Waverley Station to take the train to London. Arrive in London and self-transfer to the hotel. London is the capital and largest city of England and the United Kingdom. Located on the banks of the River Thames, London has been an important human settlement since it was founded by the Romans originally named Londinium almost two millennia ago.
London is a global city, one of the nerve centers in the arts, commerce, education, maintenance, fashion, finance, media, research, tourism and transport. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure to explore the city. Overnight stay in London.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Holiday Inn London - Kens... or similar
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16th Day: London
Breakfast at the hotel. See London from a different perspective today, with a sightseeing cruise along the River Thames! Take in the views of several of the capital's most emblematic riverside landmarks, such as Tower Bridge, Southbank and the London Eye and enjoy the fully-stocked bar to buy drinks and snacks as you listen to the entertaining onboard commentary!
The rest of the afternoon is free for you to enjoy the capital at your leisure. Why not take this time to go shopping or sample some of the city's best pubs and eateries? Overnight stay in London.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Holiday Inn London - Kens... or similar
3542 Reviews
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Activities
London City Cruise
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17th Day: London
Breakfast at the hotel. A free day to continue exploring the wonderful city of London at your leisure! Trend-setting visitors might enjoy a stroll through Shoreditch, home to art galleries, urban culture and unique boutique shops and eateries.
On the other hand, Notting Hill is a must-visit, home to pretty pastel-colored houses and antique shops. Art lovers will relish a visit to the Tate Modern whilst history buffs cannot miss out on a tour of the Tower of London! After a morning of exploring, why not join our optional afternoon tea* for a typical English experience? Overnight stay in London.
*Optional traditional afternoon tea: Enjoy a classic afternoon tea, complete with sweet and savory snacks, scones, and of course tea or coffee.
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ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Holiday Inn London - Kens... or similar
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Activities
Tradtional Afternoon Tea
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18th Day: London - Canada
Breakfast* at the hotel. At the indicated time, self-transfer to the airport for a flight back to Canada. Arrive in Canada** and end your trip.
*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
**Depending on the return flight schedule, you may arrive in Canada the next day .
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Accommodation: 16 Nights
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- Departures from main Canadian airports.
- International flights: Canada - Dublin, London - Canada.
- Internal flight: Dublin - Edinburgh. *more information
- Train from Edinburgh Waverley Station to London Kings Cross Station.
- 16 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.**more informationSee hotels included
- 16 breakfasts.
- Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
- Visits and entrance fees as is indicated in the itinerary.***more informationSee itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- London city cruise
- English speaking guide.
Not included
Drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.
Scotland airport transfers are not included; but you can book them for an additional cost on the next step of the booking process.
London airport transfer are not included.
Passengers travelling from Canada will need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to enter the UK countries before traveling. The ETA will be mandatory starting January 8, 2025, and can be requested from November 27, 2024.
* Documentation of the internal flights will either be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" 14 days before your trip or delivered to you on arrival at your destination. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.
** Check-in and check-out times are set as a matter of internal policy at each hotel. As a general rule, check-in begins at 2PM and the check-out time is at noon. Please note that these hours may vary per the rules of an individual hotel.
*** Please note: During the winter season, the itinerary may be affected. In this case, it is important to review the notes section before your departure.
*** Please note: the order of the itinerary may change to 2 nights in Dublin at the end of the tour and 1 night at the beginning of the tour. In all cases you will have 3 nights in Dublin in total.
Note: Please keep in mind that the tour has a lot of ground to cover within a short schedule. In order to keep on track, we will be traveling for several hours per day.
Ireland airport transfers are included.
Entry requirements
Valid passport with at least six months validity.
Visa
No visa is required.
Currency
Euro.
Language
English.
Electricity
230 V. Adapter required.
Health
There are no mandatory vaccinations.
Time zone
UTC.
Other useful information
Cars drive on the left-hand side of the road.
Tourist Office website
http://www.ireland.com/
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 778 807 9750 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
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