Loch Lomond, Glasgow, Loch Ness, Inverness, Fort William, Pitlochry, Edinburgh, St Andrews, Blair Atholl, Dublin, Waterford, Cork, Blarney, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Dromoland
Whether you say Whisky or Whiskey, we’re both at one with our toast sláinte, meaning your good health, so there’s no need to choose. Pack your kilt, wear your green, have a wee dram and listen for bagpipes as you combine the best from both these Celtic cousins.
This independent itinerary is fully customizable around your interests and budget.
Services of a Private Chauffeur
All on-tour transportations and related fees
Hotel-to-hotel baggage handling
Airport transfers at specified times on arrival and departure days
12 breakfasts
Itinerary
Engaging Experiences These special places and experiences are considered tour highlights. Look for them in the daily itineraries.
Loch Lomond Arms Hotel
Welcome to Scotland! Your private chauffeur will start by taking you on a guided orientation tour of the city, where you’ll embark on an exploration of Glasgow’s iconic sights. Next, visit Stirling Castle, sitting atop a beautiful hill and offering views of ancient architecture. Afterwards, you’ll travel to your hotel on the banks of Loch Lomond to rest up.
Rocpool Reserve
Breakfast
Included
Near Fort William, make a stop at the memorial that honors the British Commando Forces. Continue to Loch Ness for a truly unforgettable experience. Learn about this famous lake and its mysterious monster, Nessie, as you cruise this freshwater lake.
Rocpool Reserve
Breakfast
Included
Meet your Local Specialist this morning for a private walking tour around charming Inverness. Later, visit the battlefields of Culloden. This site is where in 1746 the Jacobite cause, under Bonnie Prince Charlie’s leadership, was crushed. For Outlander fans, hear about Jamie and Claire’s concerns about this particular battle.
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh
Breakfast
Included
Discover the fascinating stories of the Dukes and Earls of Atholl as you visit Blair Castle. Stop in the picturesque town of Pitlochry on the shores of the River Tummel. Here you may wish to tour the Blair Athol Distillery for a taste of this Scottish spirit. Continue to the ‘home of golf’ – historic St. Andrews, before returning to Edinburgh.
Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh
Breakfast
Included
Start the day with a visit to mighty Edinburgh Castle Dominating the city’s skyline, this ancient stronghold is home to Mons Meg, the Stone of Destiny and the Honours of Scotland. Take in more of the highlights of the Scottish capital as you continue to Holyrood Palace. This afternoon with your Local Specialist, enjoy a walking food tour of Edinburgh - bring your appetite! Please Note: If your visit is in August, you might want to attend the spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, a not-to-be-missed spectacle with bands, musicians, and other performers from around the world (August 2 to August 24, 2024)
The Westbury
Breakfast
Included
Bid your Scottish chauffeur a fond farewell. Hop on over to see our Celtic cousin when you fly to Ireland (not included in prices shown). Meet your Irish chauffeur and begin your adventure on the Emerald Isle, with a visit to the award-winning EPIC – The Irish Emigration Museum.
The Westbury
Breakfast
Included
Spend the morning discovering the highlights of Dublin. At Trinity College, cross the cobbled courtyard to see the ornate Book of Kells, a hand-illuminated manuscript of the Gospels. Stop at St. Patrick’s Cathedral before visiting the Guinness Storehouse, where you will see how Guinness is brewed. Enjoy immersive installations, get a 360-degree view of Dublin and sample a pint of the famous and tasty ‘Black Stuff.’ This evening, extend your knowledge of Dublin’s fair city by joining a Literary Pub-crawl.
Hayfield Manor
Breakfast
Included
Stop to visit Powerscourt Estate’s glorious formal gardens. The superb blend of sweeping terraces, fine statuary, ornamental lakes, rambling walks, and walled gardens are a magnificent sight to behold. Next, continue south to the Viking town of Waterford, now world-renowned for its exquisite crystal that craftsmen have perfected over the centuries. Finally, travel to Cork for your overnight stay at magnificent Hayfield Manor.
Killarney Royal Hotel
Breakfast
Included
Head to Kinsale, known as Ireland’s gourmet capital and meet a Local Specialist who will take you on a Kinsale Foraging MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Foraging is a traditional practice dating back to when the first settlers on the island of Ireland would forage local ingredients to eat as well as for clothing, and building. Later, continue to Killarney, the ‘town on the lakes. It is renowned for its lively pubs and open, cheerful atmosphere, full of what the Irish call ‘craic!’ Stop in and say hello to our friendly locals.
Killarney Royal Hotel
Breakfast
Included
Choose to spend your day in Ireland’s remarkable Southwest corner by winding your way around the astonishing Ring of Kerry – enjoying a jaunting car (horse-drawn carriage) ride through Killarney National Park followed by a visit to the marvelous 19th-century Victorian Muckross House along the way.
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Choose to take in the majestic hills, unspoiled valleys and glittering mountain streams of the Dingle Peninsula – where you’ll join a Local Specialist for a breathtaking hike, visit Mulcahy Pottery and see the market town of Dingle, your day is sure to be filled with spectacular scenery and memories to last a lifetime.
Dromoland Castle
Breakfast
Included
Heading north, visit the unique Flying Boat Museum at Foynes. Foynes is also the birthplace of Irish coffee, and you’ll want to sample the warming beverage before continuing your travels. Next stop, Dromoland Castle. Dromoland is one of the most famous baronial castles in Ireland. What better way to end your Irish adventure than living like royalty!
Cliff at Lyons
Breakfast
Included
Enjoy a leisurely Dromoland breakfast and some time on the estate before heading to Dublin’s Doorstep, for a memorable last night on the Celtic Isles.
Breakfast
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Your chauffeur will transfer you to Dublin Airport, where it is time to bid farewell to your newfound friends and the delightful Emerald Isle. Safe travels!
Please Note: If your visit is in August, you might want to attend the spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, a not-to-be-missed spectacle with bands, musicians, and other performers from around the world (August 2 to August 24, 2024).
2025 Tour Dates
OCTOBER
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$12,428
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Price is per person, land only and based on double occupancy. Subject to availability; varies by inclusions and travel dates.
Pricing is per person,
double occupancy,
land only, based on September 8, 2024 travel date.
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