13 Day Edinburgh, Inverness, Glasgow, Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway, and much more.

After a complete breakfast, you will do a sightseeing tour with a local guide to Scotland’s capital city and one of the most active cities in Northern Europe. Its monumental center has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its castle overlooks the city, its steep streets, and its parks. Once you finish the rest of the day will be free to enjoy the city. Tip: Edinburgh Castle is an old fort located on Castle Rock. Presently, it is the city’s symbol and the most visited attraction.

After a full breakfast, you will visit a famous whiskey distillery, where you'll learn all about the fascinating process behind Scotland’s most famous drink (admission included). This world-renowned spirit, made from barley, is not only a favorite within Scotland but is also the country’s largest export, enjoyed across the globe. The rest of the day will be yours to explore the city at your own pace. The Royal Mile is Edinburgh’s most famous street. It connects Edinburgh Castle (to the west) with the Palace of Holyroodhouse (to the east). Peculiarly, its length, which measures 1.81 kilometers, is approximately one Scots mile long, which is longer than an English mile but hasn’t been used since the eighteenth century. Tip: Make sure to visit a traditional Scottish pub to enjoy a dram of whiskey as the locals do!

After breakfast, you will depart from Edinburgh, making your first stop to photograph The Kelpies, enormous sculptures of horses' heads from Scottish mythology. These figures symbolize the strength and beauty of horses, as well as their connection to water and land. You will have a brief moment to admire and photograph them. Next, you will head to Stirling, famous for its impressive historic center dominated by Stirling Castle, one of the most important castles in Scotland. This castle has witnessed numerous historical events, including legendary battles and the coronation of several kings. Admission to the castle is included. You will continue your journey north, stopping in Pitlochry, a picturesque town in the heart of the Scottish region known for whisky production. You will have free time to enjoy lunch and stroll through its charming streets. Afterward, you will visit Culloden, the site of a pivotal battle in Scottish history against British forces, which ended in a decisive English victory. The battle had profound consequences for Scotland, leading to laws and policies aimed at suppressing its culture and traditions. In the late afternoon, you will arrive in Inverness, known as the "Capital of the Highlands," where its castle stands out. We suggest taking a stroll along the banks of the River Ness and crossing the iconic suspension bridge. Note: Depending on the time of year and daylight hours, the stop at Culloden may take place on Monday. Tip: Don’t forget to bring a raincoat, as Scotland’s weather can be unpredictable.

After a delicious breakfast, you will have a day full of excitement as you travel along the hauntingly beautiful landscapes, forests, lochs, and plains of northern Scotland. You will visit Eilean Donan castle, probably the most photographed fortress in the entire country. Next, you will travel to Fort Augustus, where you will visit the sluice gate system. When you finish, there will be time to have lunch and a stroll. In the afternoon, you will explore Loch Ness and go on a boat tour of the lake’s dark and mysterious waters. After that, you will visit the medieval castle of Urquhart (entrance included). Accommodation in Inverness. Tip: Be sure to take a moment for a selfie with Nessie during your visit to Loch Ness — a fun way to capture the magic of the Highlands!

After breakfast, you’ll head towards Glasgow. You’ll make a brief stop at Spean Bridge to visit a monument commemorating the Second World War. Later, you’ll stop in Fort William, a tourist center at the foot of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK. Passing by Kilchurn Castle, you’ll admire its beautiful ruins by a dark lake. Continuing, you’ll reach Inveraray, a picturesque historic village by Loch Fyne, with its large castle and quiet streets. There will be free time for lunch. In the afternoon, you’ll travel along the shores of Loch Lomond before arriving in Glasgow in the evening, where you’ll have time to explore the center of this lively city. Tip: Did you know the raincoat was invented in Scotland by Charles Macintosh, born in Glasgow?

After breakfast and at the agreed time, you will be transferred to the Glasgow International Airport to board your flight to Dublin. Upon your arrival in Dublin, one of our vehicles will be waiting for you at the airport to receive you and transfer you comfortably and quickly to the hotel. The rest of the day will be free to relax and, if you wish, begin to enjoy this city at your own pace. Dublin is an intimate city with the charm of a village and the warmth of an authentic Irish pub. Surrounded by mountains and bordered by a beautiful bay, its streets and alleyways are filled with artistic and historic buildings, modern cafés, and traditional pubs. Walking through its streets, you can feel the energy of over 1000 years of history. Traces of the Vikings intertwine with bustling shops, while the cobblestone streets resonate with the music of street performers: 18th-century parks host festivals, film screenings, and food markets. Tip: Remember to pack a raincoat or umbrella! The weather in the city is quite unpredictable!

You will start the day with a great breakfast and continue with a sightseeing tour of Dublin, the peaceful capital city of Ireland. You will also enjoy a stroll on the banks of River Liffey, visiting its parks, old university, and its lively downtown streets. One of the highlights you will visit is Trinity College (depending on the duration of sunlight, this visit may take place the afternoon before, upon arrival in Dublin). The Old Library at Trinity College houses the famous Book of Kells, an illuminated manuscript Gospel book created by Celtic monks around 800 AD. It is one of Ireland's greatest national treasures. Then, you will have free time during the afternoon. Dublin is a literary city, home to famous writers like James Joyce, Oscar Wilde, and Samuel Beckett. The city houses the National Library and the Dublin Writer's Museum Tip: Dublin has one of the oldest continuously operating train stations in the world. The Pearse Street train station (previously known as Westland Row Station) has been in operation since 1834.

In the morning, after a full breakfast, you will depart from Dublin heading to Powerscourt, which is located nearby. Here you will visit its magnificent gardens, designed in the 18th century and considered the most beautiful gardens in Ireland. Admire its fountains, Japanese Gardens, and pet cemetery. Afterward, you will travel to Kilkenny, where you will have time for lunch and to stroll around this lively town. Kilkenny is one of Ireland’s most cosmopolitan cities, a gem in the heart of Ireland's Ancient East. Further south, you will stop to visit the impressive Rock of Cashel, a medieval fortress that symbolizes the fight of the Irish people against England. The Rock of Cashel, also known as Cashel of the Kings or St. Patrick’s Rock, is an iconic and historically significant site in County Tipperary, Ireland. Situated on a limestone outcrop, the Rock of Cashel boasts a unique and awe-inspiring skyline that has attracted visitors for centuries. The site comprises various religious and secular buildings, highlighting the rich cultural and historical past of the area. This history can be traced back to the early centuries AD, weaving together legends, kings, and religious conversions. You will arrive in Cork around mid-afternoon. Will be time for a stroll in the center of Ireland’s second-largest city. Tip: Kilkenny is known as the Marble City because of its distinctive black marble.

After having a complete breakfast, you will depart for Kinsale. Make a stop by Charles Fort to admire its great views of the ocean right by the 17th-century fortress. Once in the historic center of Kinsale, you will have some free time. This is a seaside town, considered by many as one of the most beautiful coastal towns in Ireland. Afterward, you will travel to Killarney, a tourist town in the heart of Ireland. Here you have some time for lunch and a walk around, you will also enjoy a romantic horse and carriage tour of its national park. The horse and carriage tour will take you to Ross Castle which offers wonderful views of the lake. Here you will also take a short cruise to enjoy the beautiful views. Continuing on the road will be a brief stop in Adare, a small village that preserves its picturesque traditional thatched-roof cottages and the ruins of the old abbey. The Earl of Kildare founded the Augustinian friary at Adare, County Limerick in 1315. It was known as the Black Abbey due to the color of the friars’ habit. Religious activities continued for about 200 years until the community was suppressed in the mid-16th century. Today, it is possible to take a view of the well-preserved cloisters as well as the church, in use by the Church of Ireland since 1807. By mid-afternoon, you will arrive in Limerick. Once there will be time to stroll around its center where you will have the opportunity to visit its castle, walk along the river, its cathedral, or discover its shopping center. Tip: English is the primary language spoken across Ireland, with Irish Gaeilge only being spoken by around 4% of the population regularly.

Once breakfast is done, you will visit Folk Park in Bunratty, a wonderful park where you can learn about how life was in Ireland in the past with its typical cottages and old markets. Its castle stands, accurately reproducing how life was in the Middle Ages. You will continue to Caherconnell where the Poulnabrone dolmen is found. This is an unusually large dolmen or portal tomb located in Burren, County Clare, Ireland. Situated on one of the most desolate and highest points of the region, it comprises three standing portal stones supporting a heavy horizontal capstone, and dates to the Neolithic period, probably between 4200 BC and 2900 BC. Before continuing the way to the next stop, you may get the chance to see an exhibition of how dogs shepherd sheep. Afterwards, you will visit the impressive Cliffs of Moher which overlook the ocean, those who wish can walk to O’Brien’s Tower. The Cliffs of Moher host major colonies of nesting sea birds and are one of the country's most important bird-breeding sites. Your route continues through Burren National Park which displays amazing landscapes. Finally, you will arrive in Galway. Galway is a unique blend of tradition, contemporary culture, and a picturesque coastal location, making it a fascinating city to visit Tip: Ireland has the largest number of red-haired people of any country in the world. Over 10% of the Irish population is estimated to have red hair. That compares to about 1% in Southern Europe, for example.

After breakfast, you will depart for Cong, a small picturesque village located in a magnificent lake area. Here you will have the chance to visit the ruins of the Royal Abbey and walk around Ashford Castle, a gorgeous medieval castle that has been turned into a hotel. Later, you will travel to Clonmacnoise, where after lunch, you will visit its monastic ruins. Many treasures were taken though during the numerous times that Clonmacnoise was attacked and raided. In its' 1,400 years of being an important monastic center, the monastery was attacked 8 times by the Vikings, 27 times by other forces such as Irish kings, and the Normans, and by other monasteries. You will resume the journey back to Dublin, where you will arrive in the late afternoon. Tip: At night don't miss the de opportunity to taste the Irish traditional dish "Irish stew". With a base of root vegetables and beef, it’s the perfect dish to make in the dead of winter or on a cold and rainy spring day.

After breakfast and at the agreed time, we will transfer to the airport to board our departing flight.