Highlights Of Ireland And Scotland (11 Days)

Guide

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Meals

1 Be My Guest 1 Dinner 1 Farewell Dinner 1 Welcome Reception 10 Breakfasts

Accommodation

The Samuel Maldron Sandy Road Maldron Sandy Road Central, The Abbey Hotel AC by Marriott AC by Marriott Maldron Highlander Novotel Edinburgh Park Novotel Edinburgh Park

Hygieneprotocol

You must be fully vaccinated to travel with us. Your final vaccine dose must have been administered a minimum of 15 days prior to the start of the trip. This is your second dose of Pfizer, Moderna, or Astra Zeneca, or single dose of Johnson & Johnson. You must be able to show documented proof of vaccination on trip. Your CDC card is sufficient (we recommend saving a picture on your smart phone as a backup option), but please be aware that certain destinations may require you to fill out additional forms online.

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1 Welcome Reception (WR) 10 Breakfast (B) 1 Lunch (L) 2 Dinner (D) : Uncover centuries of Irish heritage as you explore Catherine and Jim Power’s Glen Keen Farm, marvel at collies herding sheep and enjoy a traditional scone tea. Connemara: Visit the Connemara Celtic Crystal Factory and witness master craftsmen bring these intricate crystal designs to life. Belfast: Discover the full story of the Titanic at the Titanic Belfast visitor attraction and monument in Belfast. Belfast: Warm your heart with a little Irish whiskey at a the Titanic Distillery. Dublin: A Local Specialist will show you Dublin's elegant Georgian squares, O'Connell Street and the Custom House. Kylemore Abbey amp; Victorian Walled Garden: Visit the turreted Neo-Gothic Kylemore Abbey. This monastery was founded in 1920 for Benedictine Nuns who fled Belgium in World War I. Cong: Enjoy time as you wish to explore this delightful, quintessential Irish village, used as the location for 1952 film, 'The Quiet Man.' See the statue of the lead characters played by John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara, and the ruins of the Medieval Cong Abbey. Londonderry: With a Local Specialist explore inside the city walls. See the Gothic Guildhall and the Georgian houses of Shipquay Street. Belfast: Join a Local Specialist to hear about the history of the city and learn of its progress and current prosperity. See the murals in different locations indicating the political sentiments of local residents. Glasgow: See the grand public buildings of Glasgow, including George Square. Scottish Highlands: Admire picturesque lochs and glens as you travel through the Scottish Highlands. Fort William: Near the foothills of Ben Nevis, stop in Fort William for a stroll along the charming High Street. St. Andrews: Visit the university town where the famous beach scene from 'Chariots of Fire' was filmed and see the golf course where the sport was created. Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Specialist as you travel along Princes Street to see the Scott Memorial, the neoclassical Adam facades of New Town and the official Scottish residence of the King, Palace of Holyroodhouse. Bushmills: In Northern Ireland you'll discover the legend of the Giant's Causeway as you explore with an expert, who'll explain how your visit helps conserve this iconic natural landmark. Glencoe: Visit this Highland village on Loch Leven. : Explore Dublin, Londonderry, Belfast and Edinburgh with a Local Specialist : Discover Galway and Glasgow : Visit Connemara Celtic Crystal Factory, Kylemore Abbey, Westport, Donegal, Giant's Causeway, Titanic Experience in Belfast, Loch Lomond, Glencoe, Fort William, Loch Ness, a whisky distillery and Edinburgh Castle : View the 18th hole at St. Andrews : See Ailsa Craig : Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted : All porterage and restaurant gratuities : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) : Ferry from Northern Ireland to Scotland : Optional Experiences and free time

Transport

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)