11 Days from Dublin to Edinburgh

11 Day Ireland and Scotland Tour from Dublin to Edinburgh. Tick off all the travel highlights of Scotland and Ireland on your trip filled with tons of craic and special moments with friends, whether you’re hopping across the mythical stones of Giant’s Causeway or passing the lovely lochs, Highlands and castles of Scotland.

Trip Highlights:

Starting from $3,668

per person

Highlights of Ireland and Scotland by Brendan Vacations

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What’s Included:
Breakfast Included
Daily Excursions
Guided Tour
Hotel Included

Departure Dates & Pricing:

April 19 – 29, 2025:

  • $3,668 per person

April 26 – May 6, 2025:

  • $3,758 per person

May 3 – 13, 2025:

  • $3,758 per person

May 10 – 20, 2025:

  • $4,175 per person

May 17 – 27, 2025:

  • $4,175 per person

May 24 – June 3, 2025:

  • $3,803 per person

May 31 – June 10, 2025:

  • $4,225 per person

June 14 – 24, 2025:

  • $4,225 per person

June 21 – July 1, 2025:

  • $3,803 per person

July 5 – 15, 2025:

  • $3,893 per person

July 12 – 22, 2025:

  • $4,325 per person

July 26 – August 5, 2025:

  • $4,253 per person

August 2 – 12, 2025:

  • $4,253 per person

August 9 – 19, 2025:

  • $4,725 per person

August 23 – September 2, 2025:

  • $4,425 per person

August 30 – September 9, 2025:

  • $4,425 per person

September 6 – 16, 2025:

  • $4,425 per person

September 13 – 23, 2025:

  • $4,425 per person

September 20 – 30, 2025:

  • $4,425 per person

September 27 – October 7, 2025:

  • $4,425 per person

Expires: 3/28/2025 • Supplier Code: BV

*Pricing and availability subject to change until booked. Pricing, unless noted otherwise, is based on double occupancy. Restrictions may apply.

Itinerary:

At Brendan Vacations, each “Cead Mile Failte” or one hundred thousand welcomes holds deep meaning. With over 55 years of expertise, Brendan Vacations offers a unique connection to the rich heritage of Ireland and Scotland, ensuring your trip is unforgettable.
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Hello Dublin

You’re in for a lyrical love affair with Ireland’s whimsical capital, your launch pad to an enchanting encounter with the ‘Emerald Isle’ and Scotland. On arrival, transfer to your hotel, then spend the rest of the day exploring the city’s effervescence on your own. This evening sees you visiting EPIC – The Irish Emigration Museum, for some drinks and canapes. Resist the urge to retire early and head to the Temple Bar to soak up the craic  in one of the many colorful pubs for which Dublin is justifiably famous.

Journey to Harborside Galway

Poetry and politics, music and literature – Dublin is famous for all this and more as you’ll come to discover when you join a Local Specialist to delve into Dublin’s tumultuous history and see some iconic sights including Guinness Storehouse and St Patrick’s Cathedral. Then, leave the capital behind bound for the harbor city of Galway, known as the ‘City of Tribes’.

Admire Stunning Connemara

Connemara’s ‘savage beauty’ takes center stage today on your full-day excursion through the endless shades of green which once captured the heart of Oscar Wilde. Visit Kylemore Abbey, a magnificent castellated structure built as a family home and now inhabited by a group of Benedictine nuns. Later, we visit the Connemara Celtic Crystal Factory where you’ll Dive Into Culture and witness first-hand how their famous crystal designs are made.

Onwards to Donegal

Explore the quintessential Irish village of Cong and see firsthand why its rugged beauty was chosen as the backdrop of John Wayne’s award winning ‘The Quiet Man’. Meet the locals at Ireland’s largest sheep farm, Glen Keen Farm, for a heart-warming Be My Guest experience with your hosts, Catherine, Jim and their son James. You’ll watch in deep admiration as the energetic collies herd sheep and enjoy a traditional tea of scones, freshly whipped cream and jam, gaining a deep appreciation for the family’s efforts to preserve Irish heritage and traditions. Then, continue to Donegal, the gateway to the Wild Atlantic Way.

Venture to Londonderry and Belfast

Start your day with a visit to Londonderry where a Local Specialist will take you on a stroll along the ancient walls that surround the Renaissance-style old city. Follow the scenic Causeway Coastal Route through rolling countryside and past rugged cliffs to the Giant’s Causeway for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. You’ll have some free time to tiptoe in the giant geometric steps of Finn McCool and enjoy lunch before continuing to Belfast, your home for the next two nights.

Discover Colorful Belfast

Today, join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour of Northern Ireland’s trendy capital. Visit the Titanic Belfast Experience, where you’ll Dive Into Culture and gain insights into the tragic story of the famous ship that met its end in the Atlantic. Then, at the Titantic Distillery enjoy a whiskey tasting and learn how Ireland’s golden goodness is made. Take the rest of the afternoon to explore at your leisure, perhaps enjoying a pint in Belfast’s oldest traditional pub or visit Victoria Square for some shopping or consider joining a Local Specialist ‘Cabbie’ who will take you on a journey through the recent history of Belfast in their taxi.

Cross the Irish Sea to Glasgow

Bid Ireland farewell as you board your ferry to Scotland. Follow the rugged Ayrshire coast past Ailsa Craig, then continue to Glasgow, where you’ll enjoy an orientation of a city that exudes edginess. Take to the streets on your own exploration and see George Square, Glasgow Cathedral and the Clyde River before finding a cozy pub to warm your heart with a little local whisky and a night on the toon.

Uncover Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands

Sensational scenery follows your journey through the Scottish Highlands from Glasgow to Newtonmore. Loch Lomond sets the tone with views over the water to craggy Ben Lomond. Continue to Glencoe where the tragic 17th-century massacre of the MacDonalds turned the wild beauty of this valley into a ‘Glen of Weeping’. Then, on to Fort William, the self-proclaimed ‘Outdoor Capital of the UK’ before arriving in Loch Ness, where you’ll keep a keen eye out for the beloved monster that lurks beneath its surface. Tonight, you’ll enjoy dinner at your hotel.

Continue to Elegant Edinburgh

Continue to the home of golfing gods, St. Andrews. You’ll view its famous 18th hole before continuing to Edinburgh, your home for the next two nights. Tickets to see the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates.

Explore Edinburgh

Surrender to the charms of Edinburgh, one of the world’s most enchanting cities. Your Local Specialist will guide your sightseeing tour through the New Town and its elegant Georgian façades to the medieval Old Town where you’ll see the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Royal Mile. Afterwards, enjoy the day to explore on your own or get stuck into some last-minute souvenir shopping before visiting Edinburgh Castle, perched atop Castle Rock. This evening joining your travel companions for a rousing dinner to toast your memorable journey together.

Journey Home

Imbued with Gaelic spirit, your holiday has come to an end. Bid your new friends a fond farewell as you prepare for your return journey home.

Hotels:

Brendan Vacations carefully selects exceptional hotels in prime locations, ensuring each stay combines comfort, style, and convenience. When you book with Brendan, you can check in with confidence, knowing that every aspect of your accommodation reflects their commitment to an excellent travel experience.

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Why Brendan Vacations?

LaMacchia Travel has always been proud to partner with the Brendan Vacations. From their variety of travel styles to their over 55 years of authentic experience in Ireland and Scotland – our travelers can expect the very best travel experience.