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It doesn’t take long to fall in love with these landscapes.
In just a short time, this trip through Scotland and Ireland takes you from the medieval city of Edinburgh to the bustling capital of Dublin. Plus, you’ll make scenic stops along the way in interesting smaller cities like Glasgow and Galway and iconic natural wonders like the Burren and Cliffs of Moher.
Your tour package includes
8 nights in handpicked hotels
8 breakfasts
3 dinners with beer or wine
6 sightseeing tours
Expert Tour Director & local guides
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Included highlights
Edinburgh Castle
Stirling Castle
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Local pub culture
St. Patrick’s Cathedral
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Welcome to Scotland! Meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at tonight’s welcome dinner.
Day 3: Sightseeing tour of Edinburgh
Included meal: Breakfast
Get to know Edinburgh in all its medieval beauty on a tour led by a local expert.
View the elegant Georgian-style New Town and the Royal Mile, two UNESCO World Heritage sites
Pass the Sir Walter Scott monument, the largest monument to a writer in the world
Enter Edinburgh Castle to view the Scottish crown jewels and Stone of Scone
Spend a free afternoon exploring Edinburgh or add an excursion.
Abbotsford House & Melrose Abbey
From $99 per person
Glasgow2 nights
Day 4: Glasgow via Stirling Castle
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel through the picturesque Scottish countryside to explore Stirling Castle, where King James VI once lived. Then, continue on to Glasgow for a tour with a local guide.
Discover local highlights, including George Square and the River Clyde
Admire the city’s university and medieval cathedral
Visit the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, which features everything from medieval suits of armor to a collection of works by Scottish artists
Day 5: Free day in Glasgow
Included meal: Breakfast
Enjoy a free day in Glasgow or add an excursion.
Inveraray Castle & Trossachs National Park
From $109 per person
Dublin2 nights
Day 6: Flight to Dublin
Included meal: Breakfast
Fly to Dublin, Ireland. Spend free time exploring the Irish capital or add an excursion.
Traditional Irish Dinner & Show
From $109 per person
Day 7: Sightseeing tour of Dublin
Included meal: Breakfast
Take a tour of Ireland’s charming capital city.
Stop in Phoenix Park, site of the presidential residence, and then pass by the Guinness Brewery
Step inside the soaring St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Ireland’s largest church
Pass St Stephen’s Green and admire the Georgian architecture of Merrion Square as you go
See Trinity College and walk past the entrance of Grafton Street to the Molly Malone statue and the Temple Bar district
Enjoy a free afternoon in Dublin or add an excursion.
Glendalough
From $49 per person
County Galway2 nights
Day 8: Transfer to Galway & sightseeing tour
Included meal: Breakfast
Travel west to the Galway region. Upon arrival, get a feel for the local energy and living traditions of Galway, Ireland’s third-largest city.
Stroll past Lynch’s Castle, the Druid Theatre Company and the broad expanse of Eyre Square
View the city’s medieval walls and Spanish Arch
Peruse authentic Claddagh rings in a local shop
Enjoy a free evening in Galway or add an excursion.
Castle Banquet Dinner
From $129 per person
Day 9: The Burren & Cliffs of Moher
Included meals: Breakfast, Farewell dinner
This morning, explore two of the country’s most dramatic landscapes.
Travel through the limestone plateau called the Burren
Explore the Cliffs of Moher, which rise 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean
After a free afternoon, gather together with your group for a final toast at your farewell dinner.
Flight Home
Day 10: Departure
Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)
Transfer to the Dublin airport for your flight home.
Please note: some transfers to the airport may leave very early in the morning to accommodate return flights.
Extension to Edinburgh
Start your tour with a few extra days in Edinburgh. You'll have time to explore this historic, hilly city, and discover the charms waiting at the end of every close. Spend your days however you'd like, and lean on your Tour Director to point you toward the most exciting sites.
Overnight Flight1 night
Day 1: Travel day
Board your overnight flight to Edinburgh today.
Edinburgh2 nights
Day 2: Arrival in Edinburgh
Welcome to Scotland! Meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers as you enjoy a welcome drink this evening.
Day 3: Free day in Edinburgh
Included meal: Breakfast
Spend a free day in Edinburgh or add an excursion.
Coastal Scotland & St Andrews Pub Lunch
From $139 per person
Day 4: Free day in Edinburgh
Included meals: Breakfast, Welcome dinner
Meet up with the rest of your tour group today and get to know everyone during tonight’s welcome dinner (day 2 of the regular itinerary).
We had a lovely trip and met wonderful people. Saw beautiful countryside and learned a lot about the history and culture of Ireland and Scotland. Our guide was marvelous and made things so easy and fun.
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Dream come true
7/22/23 by 1st-time traveler Eva
I enjoy very much my trip, however didn’t like that we had to travel 3 hours to get to the airport.Loved the group we had and the different places we visited.Anthony our director was awesome!
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Hotels, flights & FAQ
Here's the nitty-gritty—where you’ll stay, how you’ll get there, and what to know about your destination before you go.
Hotels
We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.
Mercure Edinburgh Haymarket
This modern hotel is located in Edinburgh’s West End. Guests enjoy the fitness center, bar, and stylish rooms. Nearby, you'll find Edinburgh Castle, t...
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Maldron Hotel Glasgow City
This brand new hotel is located in Glasgow. Guests enjoy the fitness center, bar and locally sources meals. Nearby you’ll find Glasgow Cathedral, the ...
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Clayton Cardiff Lane
This modern hotel is located in Dublin’s city center. Guests enjoy an indoor pool, fitness center, and Vertigo Bar. Nearby, you'll find the Samuel Bec...
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Maldron Sandy Road
This comfortable hotel is located near the center of Galway. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, a hotel bar, and restaurant. Nearby, you'll find the Galway Shop...
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Flights
Round-trip flights are one more thing we handle to make your journey as smooth as possible. Our team of travel experts will find the best flight itinerary for you at a competitive rate, thanks to our partnerships with top airlines.
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Round-trip flight for your tour
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Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes
In order to enter the United Kingdom and Ireland, U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of reentry.
We recommend having at least one blank passport page for entry stamps.
There is no visa required for U.S. or Canadian citizens.
If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact each country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.
You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code SCI.
You will walk for about 1.5 hours daily across mostly flat terrain, including paved roads and cobblestone streets, with few hills or stairs.
Travelers should be healthy enough to participate in all included walks without assistance. Adding optional excursions may increase the total amount of walking on your tour.
You should feel comfortable managing your own baggage at times.
If you have any mobility concerns or physical restrictions, please contact our Customer Experience Team.
Round-trip flights booked through Go Ahead Tours arrive in Edinburgh and depart from Dublin. A representative from Go Ahead Tours will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Please remain in the arrival lounge, as the representative might be escorting one of your fellow travelers to the bus at the time of your arrival.
Transfers to and from the airport at your destination are included for travelers who have purchased their flights through Go Ahead Tours. Travelers who purchase their own flights may request airport transfers with Go Ahead Tours for an additional cost.
A flight from Glasgow to Dublin is included in the price of your tour
All other included transportation is by private motor coach.
Airlines have varying weight restrictions on baggage. Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage; be advised that you are responsible for any such costs.
Contact your airline for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flight, but please note that our travelers are restricted to one checked bag per person due to storage limitations on motor coaches and other transfers, which may include train connections or flights.
One carry-on bag of 45 total inches (length + width + height) is also permitted.
Make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication, and documents in your carry-on bag.
We recommend packing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can be easily layered to accommodate varying temperatures, as well as a light jacket or rainwear.
A sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers is recommended for sightseeing.
You may want to pack dressier attire if you plan to visit a high-end restaurant or attend a special performance.
It is preferable not to visit churches or other religious sites with bare legs and shoulders (and entrance may be denied on this basis).
At least 60 days prior to departure, check with your doctor or healthcare provider for the latest updates and entry requirements, or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at [cdc.gov](https://www/cdc.gov).
If you have medication that you take daily, be sure you have enough for each day of the tour as well as any possible delays encountered.
If you have dietary restrictions and/or food allergies please notify Go Ahead Tours at least 30 days prior to departure by logging in to your account and updating your traveler info. To update this information closer to your departure date, please call our Customer Experience Team.
You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code SCI.
Scottish cuisine relies on readily available ingredients like game, dairy, and fish, with little use of exotic spices. Pickled kippers and smoked salmon are popular as well as hearty dishes like Scotch broth (stew of meat and root vegetables) and haggis (a savory pudding of sheep innards). Scotch whisky is a legendary local spirit, and Scottish ales are world-famous.
Irish pubs serve up hearty lunches, such as the traditional stew of bacon and boiled cabbage. Soda bread is delicious, very filling, and served with many meals. Nibble a scone at afternoon tea with a pat of high-quality butter from County Kerry. Guinness stout is an international sensation, but locals might favor Murphy's, depending on where you are.
Dublin has seen something of a culinary revolution, and the city now boasts an impressive array of new restaurants offering exciting cuisine with continental Europe, Asian, and even American influences.
The United Kingdom and Ireland operate within 230-240 volts and use a Type G plug with three large, flat pins.
We recommend packing a universal adapter, as well as a voltage converter if you plan on using your own hairdryer or other device without a built-in converter.
The strength of the air conditioning in European hotels is often not as strong or as cool as what you might be used to in the U.S. or Canada. When air conditioning is available, it is usually regulated seasonally and controlled centrally by the hotel.
Your hotels may provide hairdryers, irons, and other small appliances. However, these amenities cannot be guaranteed.
You will use the Pound sterling in the United Kingdom and the euro in Ireland.
Better rates of exchange are usually available overseas, although it’s worth ordering some currency from your local bank to use when you first arrive.
We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks as needed.
You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs on the international networks Cirrus and Plus, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees.
Inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.
International banks and businesses primarily accept debit and credit cards that work with the EMV chip system. If you do not already have at least one debit or credit card with a chip in it, we strongly recommend requesting one from your bank prior to your tour.
At the conclusion of your tour, it’s customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity in local currency. Please keep current exchange rates in mind.
We recommend tipping the equivalent of $8USD to $10USD per person per day for your Tour Director and the equivalent of $3USD per person per day for your driver.
If applicable, we also recommend the equivalent of $2USD per local guide.
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