Day 1: Sunday, April 28, 2024 Overnight Flight From rugged
natural beauty to vibrant and historical cities, the diverse charms of
Scotland and Ireland await.
Day 2: Monday, April 29, 2024 Edinburgh, Scotland - Tour
Begins Your tour opens in Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital city.
Tonight, join your fellow travelers for dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 3: Tuesday, April 30, 2024 Edinburgh This morning, visit
Edinburgh Castle, home to the Scottish Crown Jewels. Then it’s your
choice! Get acquainted with this regal city on a locally guided tour of
the city via motorcoach -OR- join a local expert and explore the Old
Town and Royal Mile on foot.* (B)
Day 4: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 Edinburgh - St. Andrews -
Inverness Depart Edinburgh and visit a whisky distillery built on an
old monastery, where you may enjoy a whisky tasting tour. Then
travel onto St. Andrews, the beautiful town in the Kingdom of Fife
that gave the world the game of golf – see the Royal and Ancient
Clubhouse and the famous Old Course. Continue on to Inverness, the
capital of the Highlands. (B, D)
Day 5: Thursday, May 2, 2024 Inverness - Loch Ness - Inverness
This morning, take a scenic cruise on Loch Ness before disembarking
at the base of the famed Urquhart Castle. Explore the ruins of this
historic stronghold where acts of chivalry and defiance exhibit more
than 1,000 years of Scottish history. Return to Inverness and have
time to explore the city or join a riverside walk. This evening, enjoy a
Highland evening filled with storytelling, singing and Scottish
dancing! (B, D)
Day 6: Friday, May 3, 2024 Inverness - Fort William - Glencoe -
Glasgow Depart Inverness and stop just north of Fort William to take
in the historic Caledonian Canal and its famous Neptune’s Staircase,
a flight of eight locks and an incredible feat of engineering. Continue
to the scenic valley of Glencoe, one of Scotland’s most historic and
breathtaking glens. Your day ends in Glasgow. (B, D)
Day 7: Saturday, May 4, 2024 Glasgow - Belfast, Northern
Ireland This morning, explore Glasgow with a local guide.
Highlights include a visit to George Square, and passing by Glasgow
Cathedral, Provand’s Lordship, the oldest house in the city, and
Glasgow Green, discovering the rich industrial heritage of the city.
Travel to the scenic Ayrshire coast to your ferry. Cross the famed
Irish Sea as you head for Northern Ireland’s capital city of Belfast.
(B)
Day 8: Sunday, May 5, 2024 Belfast Enjoy a privately guided tour
of Belfast, Northern Ireland’s largest city. Learn about the struggles
in this great city’s history as you pass through its distinctive
neighborhoods. See “Samson” and “Goliath,” the massive cranes of
the Belfast shipyard. Complete today’s tour with a visit to the award-
winning Titanic Experience museum. (B, D)
Day 9: Monday, May 6, 2024 Belfast - Glens of Antrim - Giant's
Causeway - Derry Venture along the stunning Antrim Coastal
Route, stopping at the Giant’s Causeway (UNESCO). Formed by
volcanic activity millions of years ago, the causeway resembles an
old, cobbled road leading mystically into the sea. Then, embark on
one of the world’s most beautiful railway** journeys along the
Causeway Coast. Soak up the incredible scenery before arriving in
the walled city of Derry. Set out on a walking tour featuring the
medieval city walls, St. Augustine's Cathedral, and the Guildhall.
Perhaps you will discover why Derry is one of Ireland’s best-kept
secrets during an optional evening of storytelling and traditional
music at a pub serving traditional pub-style food. (B)
Day 10: Tuesday, May 7, 2024 Derry - Donegal Town - Derry
Today’s journey showcases the rugged beauty of County Donegal.
Start your day with a visit to Donegal Castle, a restored 15th century
castle with a unique history. Enjoy some free time to explore Donegal