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Best of Ireland and Scotland (15 Days)

15 days
From Dublin to Edinburgh
4.4
27 traveler reviews
Best of Ireland and Scotland (15 Days) - Trafalgar
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Tour Operator:
Trafalgar
Max group size:
50
Age range:
5 to 99
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
82543
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Highlights

  • Explore the historic Dublin and the remarkable Edinburgh
  • Admire the Giant's Causeway and kiss the Blarney Stone
  • Learn about traditional farming and indulge in local cuisine
  • Visit the Titanic Belfast Visitor Centre and tour Glasgow
  • Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Scottish Highlands
  • View Eilean Donan Castle and see the majestic Ben Nevis

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Dublin
  2. Day 2 Discover Diverse Dublin
  3. Day 3 Journey to Waterford Dive Into Culture
  4. Day 4 Onwards to Blarney and Killarney Connect with Locals
  5. Day 5 A Day on the Ring of Kerry
  6. Day 6 Continue to Galway and Ballina
  7. Day 7 Off to Donegal and on to Derry/Londonderry
  8. Day 8 Admire the Giant’s Causeway and on to Belfast Make Travel Matter Dive Into Culture
  9. Day 9 Cross the Irish Sea to Glasgow
  10. Day 10 Discover Glasgow’s Rich Legacy Dive Into Culture
  11. Day 11 Continue Over the Sea to Skye
  12. Day 12 Venture to Loch Ness and Culloden in the Scottish Highlands
  13. Day 13 Journey to Enchanting Edinburgh
  14. Day 14 Uncover Edinburgh’s Treasures
  15. Day 15 Farewell Edinburgh
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What's Included

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What's Not Included

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  • Insurance
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Where You'll Stay

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Trafalgar

Number of tours

384

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

5 hours

Response rate

88%

Trafalgar has been hand crafting unique guided holidays for nearly 70 years. They were the first to introduce travellers to the local experience and continue today where destinations come to life through their hand-picked insider experiences. They pave the way by presenting locals who share their...

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Customer Reviews

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    Excellent
    4.4
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Accommodation
    Good
    4.0
  • Food
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    3.8
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  • Best of Ireland and Scotland (15 Days) reviewer 1
    · September 5th, 2024
    Saw so many things with the itinerary we had and Greg our tour guide was excellent and explained everything so well about each place that we went to
    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your feedback about your recent trip. We are delighted that our Travel Director enhanced your guided vacation experience. At Trafalgar, we are committed to providing our guests with the best possible travel experience, encouraging... Show more
    Trip date: August 2024
  • MC
    · August 29th, 2024
    Wonderful trip! Everything was taken care of, all we had to do was enjoy! Greg and Ivor were amazing!
    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Our Travel Directors are dedicated to managing all the travel details, ensuring our guests have a stress-free vacation. It is terrific knowing this was evident during your journey. We hope to welcome you back again for another beautiful experience.
    Trip date: August 2024
  • GB
    · August 29th, 2024
    Greg was a pleasure as a tour guide. Very prepared and open to questions. He took extra time before each stop to individually ask if we had questions. Always a smiling face and positive attitude. He made us all feel that he really cared about our having an enjoyable stress free trip. Most importantly he kept everyone on time for departures seamlessly. Would love to have him again. He truly added a lot of personal touches along the way.
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your review. We highly value feedback from our clients based on their experiences and understand the crucial role our Travel Directors play in the success of any trip. We have a rigorous selection and... Show more
    Trip date: August 2024
  • JB
    · October 24th, 2023
    Our guide Michelle was excellent. The city sightseeing tours on the bus were a waste of time. Our local tour guide in Edinburgh was awful. Why the laughing through most of her talking? Very irritating. The Fish & Chips dinner in the local dumpy restaurant was the worst meal of the trip. Otherwise just what we expected.
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you for your review during your Best of Ireland and Scotland trip. We appreciate your comments, and we are sorry to learn that you felt there were certain aspects of your trip that could have been improved. We aim to provide the best travel... Show more
    Trip date: October 2023
  • Best of Ireland and Scotland (15 Days) reviewer 5
    · October 10th, 2023
    Beautiful trip… our stops were a little tight…. Drove by many things to quickly to get a picture or even have our heads turned in the right direction….food was always luke warm…. Vast variety which was nice…. Guide and driver skilled and knowledgeable.
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you for your kind comments regarding our Travel Director and Coach Driver. We are very proud of the professionalism and passion of our team, and we’re pleased that you enjoyed their services. Exploring so many captivating destinations in a... Show more
    Trip date: September 2023
  • LC
    · October 3rd, 2023
    Great tour director and coach driver
    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you for your feedback on your recent trip. We are delighted to learn that the Travel Director and Coach Driver had the chance to allow you to immerse yourself in the local culture and beauty that Ireland has to offer. The warmth and hospitality of... Show more
    Trip date: September 2023
  • RR
    · September 27th, 2023
    We really enjoyed our trip The Best of Ireland and Scotland (15 Days) with Trafalgar. The Travel Director was excellent, lots of knowledge of local history as well as overall in Ireland & Scotland. The Drivers were great, the Local Specialist were excellent as well. We know this going into the trip but the amount of time on the Coach was a lot. We will consider that in future trips. Overall we had an excellent experience!
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your review. We're delighted you had such an incredible journey and that our local team could make the experience so seamless. We look forward to travelling with you in the future.
    Trip date: September 2023
  • Best of Ireland and Scotland (15 Days) reviewer 8
    · September 13th, 2023
    It seems that Director doesn't know what she has to do. She was poor at explaining signature sites or showing good scenery. Specially she didn't mind tourists making acqusintances each other.
    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you for your feedback regarding your Ireland and Scotland experience. We regret to read that you were disappointed with the knowledge of our Travel Director and that they did not meet your expectations. We know that a great Travel Director is... Show more
    Trip date: August 2023
  • CG
    · May 2nd, 2023
    Andrew was a very informative and thoughtful guide. It was a fascinating trip
    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you for your feedback. Our Travel Directors love sharing their passion and expertise on the incredible destinations they showcase to our guests. That’s why we are delighted to learn that you enjoyed the wealth of knowledge shared throughout the... Show more
    Trip date: April 2023
  • BA
    · April 26th, 2023
    What can I say about a last minute trip of a lifetime! We had the best guide, James Smith, and best driver, Paul. They were organised and professional, calm and skilful at dealing with a bunch of strange personalities; witty and insightful, sharing their life experiences with us; advising and guiding us with the history and the memories of home. Even missing my pickup point, I did not panic or worry. I’m sure James was shocked at receiving a call from Australia. Lucky for me, he picked up! Good to have a backup plan. Ireland and Scotland were everything I wished for. I loved all of it- the driving, excursions, free time, sightseeing, foods, local people, ancient and modern history, Dublin, Belfast, Glasgow, Donegal, Londonderry, Ring of Kerry, Giants Causeway, wall of Remembrance, Good Friday Peace agreement. I learnt about habits, customs, whiskey and shortbread, music, culture, accents and people, Celtic and Viking influences, symbolism and the importance of change and structure affecting our lives. Love the quirkiness too - The idea of Guinness offering a pint of beer for your blood donation is hilarious, doing your exams in Gaelga gives you a 20% advantage; museums and most event places have no entry fees. NB - (1) ensure all travellers have contact details, only for emergency use (updated as to country and location). (2) We would have loved to have a photo with our guide and driver. They were an important part of our experience! A Most enjoyable and memorable Trafalgar trip. I loved the little aside-jaunts and I loved the way James and Paul worked at keeping the journey interesting, well paced, stress less and fun. Highly commended!
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    Thank you for your kind review and sharing your photos with us. Our teams strive to curate and bring to life the most amazing trips for our guests, so it's great to hear that this is precisely what you experienced. We're delighted that our local team... Show more
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    Trip date: April 2023

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Best of Ireland and Scotland (15 Days)
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What our customers ask about this tour

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    • What are the required documents for travel?

      For ferry bookings, passengers must provide full first, middle, and last names, date of birth, nationality, and gender.

    • Are there any special accommodations for families?

      Large families may need to book multiple rooms as triple rooms have limited space and are suitable for two adults and one child only.

    • How early should guests arrive at the airport before departure?

      It's recommended to arrive at the airport 3 hours prior to your flight departure.

    • Can you accommodate special dietary requests?

      Special dietary requests like kosher and vegetarian meals are subject to availability and not guaranteed.

    • What is the policy if a tour is not definite?

      If a tour is not definite, guests are advised not to make non-refundable or non-changeable flight arrangements until the tour becomes definite.

    • How can we book transfer from Dublin Airport?

      Complimentary arrival transfers depart Dublin Airport at 08:30, 11:00, and 13:00 on the first day of the tour.

    • Are there any specific passport requirements for the tour?

      Passport details are mandatory 30 days prior to departure to book ferries. The passport must be valid for 6 months past the return date.

    • What is the policy for single room bookings?

      If a guest will be staying in a single room, there will be an additional single supplement added onto your booking.

    • What are the check-in and check-out times for pre/post tour nights?

      Check-in time is usually at 15:00 and check-out at 12:00, breakfast is always included with pre/post nights.

    • What happens if a guest is unable to meet the requirements for the tour?

      No refunds will be given if guests are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with required policies.

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