This is a combined tour; starting with the "Scottish Highlands 8-Day Small Group Tour", then hopping on a flight from Edinburgh to Dublin, you'll embark on the "Ireland 6-Day small Group Tour".

• Transportation to and from airports

• Accommodations and breakfast

• 3-star hotels

• Excursions listed in the itinerary

• Flights from Scotland to Ireland

• International Flights

• Meals aside from breakfast

• Excursions aside from what's listed in the itinerary

• Costs are subject to price changes and availability until the tour deposit is completed. 

• Deposits are non-refundable.

• In case of participant choosing cancellation, participant will be refunded 50% if more than 90 days prior to tour, not to include initial deposit.

• No refund will be given if cancellation is less than 90 days prior to the tour start date. 

• We recommend travel insurance through Travel Guard. 

• Booking and deposit are required 90 days prior to travel.

• Please note, some excursions listed may be closed to visitors during certain tour dates. If so, an alternative excursion can be arranged. 

Upon arrival in Edinburgh,  you will be collected and taken to your hotel for check in ,  you will spend the rest of the day starting your exploration of this wonderful city at your own pace. 

Overnight in Edinburgh

This morning we begin with a visit to The Palace of Holyroodhouse, the British monarch’s official Scottish residence, rich in history and architecture.  Next you will enjoy a guided walking tour of Edinburgh Old Town, the Royal Mile and Victoria Street. Your next visit will be to , Edinburgh Castle, Perched atop Castle Rock,  is a historic fortress and former royal residence, now a renowned museum. It houses the Honours of Scotland and offers panoramic city views.   Tonight, enjoy free time in Edinburgh.

Overnight in Edinburgh

Heading north towards Inverness, our day begins with a relaxing and unique forest walk at the spectacular Dunkeld Hermitage. Then you visit to Blair Castle & Gardens, home of Clan Murray for over 750 year. Afterward, a spot of lunch and some shopping in the quaint Victorian town of Pitlochry. We then continue north though the Cairngorm National Park with its magnificent granite mountains, where you have an opportunity to visit Dalwhinnie Distillery for a wee dram or two. Next you continue North to the capital of the Highlands, Inverness which will be your home for the night. 

Overnight in Inverness

We begin our day with a city tour of Inverness, where your guide explains the rich and fascinating history of the Highland capital. Then, we visit the infamous and deeply moving Battlefield of Culloden of 1746, which changed the Highland way of life forever. Next, we explore the pre-historic Clava Cairns, otherworldly 4,000-year-old standing stones & ring cairns. You will now visit Cawdor Castle and Gardens a 14th century fortress with stunning gardens, In the afternoon, we’ll enjoy a beautiful round-trip driving tour of Loch Ness.

Overnight in Inverness

We depart from Inverness towards the enchanting Isle of Skye. We’ll stop to visit one of the most beautiful castles in Scotland, the 13th-century Eilean Donan Castle before crossing the dramatic bridge over to Skye. Delve into the Isle of Skye’s iconic landmarks, including Kilt Rock, the Old Man of Storr, and Lealt Falls. We finish the day with a browse through Portree’s harbor shops then catch a ferry back to the mainland in the evening where you spend the evening in the charming little harbor town of Mallaig 

Overnight in Mallaig

Our journey today takes us eastward to the shores of beautiful Loch Shiel, stopping at the impressive Glenfinnan Monument and Viaduct. Experience Fort William, shadowed by the UK’s tallest mountain, then we drive through the mighty and majestic Glen Coe valley, culminating the day at the vibrant port town of Oban.

Overnight in Oban

Today we enjoy a day trip to the beautiful Isles of Mull and Iona, a little under one hour sailing from Oban. Our day can take us northward to the charming town of Tobermory, known for its vibrant, color-drenched houses that ring the peaceful bay. The journey has wonderful views of the mainland across the Sound of Mull and passes through the villages of Salen and Aros. You will then take the ferry back to Oban where you stay this evening

Overnight in Oban

This morning we embark from Oban and travel through stunning Highland Perthshire and the serene Glenlyon area—aptly termed “Scotland’s loveliest glen” by Sir Walter Scott. Later, we visit Stirling where Stirling Castle sits proudly on a volcanic crag, one of the most important and historic castles in Scotland. We conclude our journey at the magnificent Kelpies Monument, a tribute to Scotland’s Clydesdale horses.

Overnight near Edinburgh Airport

Flight from Edinburgh to Dublin

Overnight in Dublin.

Today, your guide will take you from Dublin to Galway. Depending on our time, we may be able to do some surprise stops on the way to keep it interesting! Galway city will be a hive of activity with some excellent restaurants available to experience Irish cuisine.

Overnight in Galway.

Today with your guide, drive from Galway city centre out to Cong, home of

Ashford castle and the “Quiet Man” movie, this is a picturesque little village and well worth exploring. Onwards we continue into the heart of Connemara, Ireland's biggest Gaeltacht area and as wild Ireland as you can get. Along the way we will stop at Kylemore Abbey, home of the benedictine nuns and all-organic produce well worth sampling. We’ll stop off on the way for lunch in Clifden town, the home of the Connemara pony and the heart of the west. Depending on time, we can stop at the Connemara Marble museum to check out Ireland’s green marble. We will finish back at our accommodation in Galway for the night, and leave time to sample Galways night life.

Overnight Galway.

Today we will travel down to Killarney, with a stop off the Cliffs of Moher along the way. Then, you can choose to see Bunratty Castle or Limericks King John's Castle and traveling via Adare for some breathtaking scenery. As part of your Killarney stay, we would recommend touring Killarney National Park, visiting Muckross House & Gardens, Torc Waterfall and soaking up some of the Irish evening entertainment in the town with a huge variety of restaurants and pubs offering delicious food, Celtic whiskey, and Irish dancing. 

Overnight Killarney.

Today we venture to Dingle. This is a Wild Atlantic drive, where we will see some spectacular coastal scenery. There is a chance to see the Blasket Islands, drive onto beaches, and walk along the sand. Dingle itself is a happening place; with its old world charm mixed with a modern Celtic vibe, it’s becoming more popular every year. There's the option of a Dingle Distillery whisky tour, or Dingle Crystal factory tour, but just the town is fun to walk around and check out all the the various boutique bars and shops. We head back to Killarney via Conor Pass, a truly spectacular drive and a great place to check out hidden lakes.

Overnight Killarney.

You'll be picked up from your accommodation in Killarney mid-morning, and we'll continue our tour down to Kinsale via Kenmare, Glengarriff, and Bantry, enjoying some of Ireland’s most beautiful scenery, including a visit to Garnish Island. Glengarriff has many gardens open to the public due to its proximity to the Gulf Stream, where lush bamboo gardens grow alongside native ferns and fuchsia. Along this drive there are old abbeys we can explore, as well as mountains. We will end our day in Kinsale, another beautiful upmarket colorful town with dozens of great places to eat, drink, and shop.

Overnight Kinsale. 

You'll be collected from your accommodation in Kinsale, and continue your

tour on route to Dublin. Our first stop of the day is the world famous Blarney Castle and Gardens. We continue north to our next stop, Cashel the home of the the Rock of Cashel, an ancient site well-known in Irish history. It is the coronation site of the Celtic Kings of Munster for hundreds of years, and one of the oldest ecclesiastical buildings in Ireland. From here we continue to Dublin, and if time permits we will take a quick stop in Kildare, home of the horse training centre of Ireland and St Brigid, before heading to your home for the evening, Dublin. 

Overnight Dublin.