Celtic Classic
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Rich landscapes, history and legends will surround you in these two glorious Celtic nations. From Dublin to Glasgow, the highlands to St Patrick this extensive tours offers you just the right balance of the past, the present and the people of Scotland & Ireland. Breakfast daily, outstanding dinners, and delightful hotels complete this first class tour.
Itinerary
Day
1
Joining Day
Welcome to Scotland! Meet your tour guide at your designated pickup point before undertaking a panoramic tour of Glasgow. You will see Glasgow's highlights including red sandstone Victorian buildings, delightful parks, and the River Clyde, once important for shipbuilding. We will visit Glasgow Cathedral, one of Scotland's most magnificent medieval buildings, and the only cathedral on the Scottish mainland to survive the Protestant Reformation almost intact. There will also be time to visit the extensive and varied art collections in Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Afterwards we check into our hotel where we spend our first two nights.
Dinner/Overnight — Grand Central Hotel, Glasgow (or similar)
** May 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th departures may feature an alternative day 1.
Day
2
Burns Country
Depart for Rabbie Burns Country, where the first stop of the day is Burns National Heritage Park. The museum is the focal point of this beautifully landscaped park where visitors can cross the Brig o’Doon and visit the poet’s birthplace. Later, continue to Culzean Castle in Ayrshire. Culzean is surrounded by surging seas, lush forests, and secret gardens.
Overnight — Grand Central Hotel, Glasgow (or similar)
Day
3
Loch Ness & Inverness
Departing from Glasgow for Inverness, embark on a scenic journey along Scotland's West Coast and Loch Ness. It will be a day filled with captivating highlights, featuring Loch Lomond, the dramatic scenery of Glencoe, a visit to Urquhart Castle and a cruise on Loch Ness in search of Nessie, the Loch Ness Monster.
Dinner/Overnight — Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness (or similar)
Day
4
Isle of Skye
Today will be an extensive day trip to the Isle of Skye, one of Scotland’s most beautiful islands. Our first destination is Portree, the island's capital, where you will have time to explore the vibrant multi-coloured harbour. On our return to Inverness, we will make a stop to visit the historic Eilean Donan Castle.
Dinner/Overnight—Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness (or similar)
Day
5
Culloden & Whisky
Day
6
St Andrews & Edinburgh
Depart Perthshire for Edinburgh via the Kingdom of Fife. You will stop at St. Andrews, home of Scotland’s oldest university and capital of golf. Leaving St. Andrews, we head to Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. Our hotel is the perfect location for getting to know the city, taking in spectacular views, cultural curiosities and a plethora of restaurants, pubs and cafes.
Overnight — InterContinental Edinburgh The George, Edinburgh (or similar)
Day
7
Edinburgh
After an early breakfast in the hotel, you will enjoy an exclusive, pre-opening tour of Edinburgh Castle. You will then enjoy a panoramic city tour of Edinburgh which features the “New” and the “Old” towns. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore the city further. Tonight, you will attend the Spirit of Scotland Show, an evening of traditional entertainment and dinner.
Dinner/Entertainment/Overnight — InterContinental Edinburgh The George, Edinburgh (or similar)
Day
8
Scotland to Ireland
Today we bid farewell to Scotland and fly to Dublin for the Ireland portion of your journey. Today is leisurely as we all gather in our hotel in Malahide overlooking the Irish Sea in north County Dublin. This evening you will meet some new travelling companions at the welcome reception followed by dinner.
Dinner/Overnight—Grand Hotel, Malahide
Day
9
Boyne Valley & Cooley Peninsula
Head north through the majestic Mountains of Mourne to visit the grave of Ireland's Patron Saint. We arrive in Belfast late afternoon.
Dinner/Overnight—Europa Hotel, Belfast
Day
10
Belfast & Titanic Quarter
A guided tour of Belfast City Hall is first on the agenda this morning. In the afternoon, visit the shipyard where the Titanic was built in 1909. The evening is free in Belfast.
Overnight—Europa Hotel, Belfast
Day
11
Giant's Causeway & Derry
This morning we drive along the North Antrim Coast. We visit the Giant’s Causeway and then Dunluce Castle enroute to Derry. A local guide will tell the "Story of Derry" on a walking tour of this historic walled city.
Dinner/Overnight—Kee’s Hotel, Donegal
Day
12
Ben Bulben & Clew Bay
We travel south thru’ Donegal and on to Belleek to visit the world famous porcelain factory. We then continue to Westport on Clew Bay.
Dinner/Overnight—Westport Coast Hotel, Westport
Day
13
Connemara
Enjoy a visit to Kylemore Abbey on the shores of Kylemore Lough and cross picturesque Maam Valley. This afternoon there will be free time to explore Westport.
Overnight—Westport Coast Hotel, Westport
Day
14
Galway & Cliffs of Moher
Time in Galway before driving along the southern shores of Galway Bay, traversing the Burren region, and viewing the mighty Cliffs of Moher. An optional medieval banquet is on offer tonight.
Overnight—Radisson Blu, Limerick
Day
15
Tour Ends
Your tour ends after a hearty Irish breakfast. Please inquire about the group transfer on offer.
2025 Dates and Prices
| Room Type | Double | Single |
|---|---|---|
| May 3 | $6599.00$6599.00 | $8599.00$8599.00 |
| May 10 | $6599.00$6599.00 | $8599.00$8599.00 |
| May 17 | $6599.00$6599.00 | $8599.00$8599.00 |
| May 20 | $6599.00$6599.00 | $8599.00$8599.00 |
| May 24 | $6599.00$6599.00 | $8599.00$8599.00 |
| May 27 | $6599.00$6599.00 | $8599.00$8599.00 |
| May 31 | $6599.00$6599.00 | $8599.00$8599.00 |
| Jun 7 | $6799.00$6799.00 | $8799.00$8799.00 |
| Jun 14 | $6799.00$6799.00 | $8799.00$8799.00 |
| Jun 21 | $6799.00$6799.00 | $8799.00$8799.00 |
| Jun 28 | $6799.00$6799.00 | $8799.00$8799.00 |
| Jul 12 | $6799.00$6799.00 | $8799.00$8799.00 |
| Jul 26 | $7199.00$7199.00 | $9399.00$9399.00 |
| Aug 2 | $7199.00$7199.00 | $9399.00$9399.00 |
| Aug 9 | $7199.00$7199.00 | $9399.00$9399.00 |
| Aug 16 | $7199.00$7199.00 | $9399.00$9399.00 |
| Aug 23 | $6799.00$6799.00 | $8799.00$8799.00 |
| Aug 30 | $6799.00$6799.00 | $8799.00$8799.00 |
| Sep 2 | $6799.00$6799.00 | $8799.00$8799.00 |
| Sep 6 | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
| Sep 9 | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
| Sep 13 | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
| Sep 20 | SOLD OUT | SOLD OUT |
| Sep 27 | $6799.00$6799.00 | $8799.00$8799.00 |
| Oct 4 | $6599.00$6599.00 | $8399.00$8399.00 |
Prices are land-only per person in Canadian dollars.
Arrival & departure transfers included for those who have air booked in conjunction with tour.
Dinner at hotel prior to Tattoo performance on Day 7 for July 26 & August 2, 9 16 2025 departures.
Early opening tour at Edinburgh Castle not possible for July 26, Aug 2, 9 & 16, 2025 departures.
Some departures may feature some alternate hotels.
**May 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th departures may feature an alternative day 1. Please contact for details.
Tour Highlights
- Culzean Castle
- Loch Lomond
- Loch Ness
- Urquhart Castle
- Culloden Moor
- Eilean Donan Castle
- Glencoe
- Kincraig
- Portree
- St Andrews
- Edinburgh
- Titanic Experience
- Giant's Causeway
- Walking Tour of Derry
- Belleek Factory
- Kylemore Abbey
- Cliffs of Moher
- Galway Bay
- Connemara
Tour Inclusions
- Transportation throughout by luxury touring coach
- Services of an experienced driver and local touring guide
- 14 nights accommodation in first class hotels
- Full breakfast daily
- 8 Evening meals in hotels
- Scottish evening with dinner & entertainment
- Working Sheepdog performance at Kincraig
- Whisky Tasting Experience & Cruise on Loch Ness
- Exclusive, pre-opening tour of Edinburgh Castle
- Panoramic tours of Glasgow & Edinburgh
- Walking tour of Derry City with local guide
- Admissions to: Culzean Castle, Urquhart Castle, Culloden Battlefield, Eilean Donan Castle, Titanic Experience, Giant's Causeway, Belleek Pottery, Kylemore Abbey, Cliffs of Moher
- Baggage handling charges
- The Famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo included on July 27 & Aug 17, 2024 departures (in lieu of Scottish evening)
- One-Way flight from Scotland to Ireland
