Best of Scotland and Ireland
Best of Scotland and Ireland
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Military Tattoo Celebrations
View of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland
St Andrews, Scotland
Culloden Moor, Scotland
Pitlochry, a walk along the River Tummel in the heart of Perthshire, Scotland
The University of Glasgow, Scotland
Ben Nevis, Scotland
Hikers descending Conic Hill towards Loch Lomond, Scotland
Loch Ness, Scotland
Fort William, Scotland
Custom House and Lagan River, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Temple Bar Street, Dublin, Ireland
$2247
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the enchanting landscapes of Scotland and Ireland with the "Best of Scotland and Ireland" tour. Begin your adventure in Edinburgh, exploring its historic castle and vibrant streets. Discover the legendary Royal and Ancient Golf Club in St. Andrews and the haunting beauty of the Highlands. Keep an eye out for the elusive Loch Ness monster before heading to Glasgow's stunning cathedral. Cross the Irish Sea to Belfast, where the Titanic's legacy awaits. Marvel at the Giant’s Causeway's unique rock formations and delve into Dublin's rich history, from O’Connell Street to St. Patrick’s Cathedral. With guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and the option to experience local traditions like the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, this tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and breathtaking scenery. Enjoy daily breakfasts and selected dinners as you traverse these captivating lands. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Edinburgh,Scotland
Location: Edinburgh
Accommodation Name: Novotel Edinburgh Park
Meals Included: Dinner
Check into your hotel. In the afternoon, there’s time to rest or discover Scotland’s great capital city. This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for dinner at the hotel.
Day 2: Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh
Accommodation Name: Novotel Edinburgh Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
A full day to enjoy the Scottish capital. Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the 200-year-old “New Town”, home to famous scientists, inventors, and novelists. In the “Old Town,” visit Edinburgh Castle to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Afternoon at leisure. No trip to Scotland is complete without an authentic Scottish night out! Join an optional evening filled with traditional food, drinks, singers, dancers, bagpipes and of course the unforgettable Ceremony of the Haggis! For departures August 3, 10 and 17, tickets are included for tonight’s performance of the world-renowned Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, a vast spectacle of amassed Scottish pipe bands that takes place in an arena on the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle.
Day 3: Edinburgh-St. Andrews-Pitlochry-Culloden Moor-Highlands
Location: Edinburgh, St. Andrews, Pitlochry, Culloden Moor, Highlands
Accommodation Name: Ben Wyvis Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
A day of memorable sightseeing: cross the Firth of Forth and head to St. Andrews, whose Royal and Ancient Golf Club has given us the rules of golfing; then cross the Firth of Tay and, via Dundee and Perth, head into the Highlands with a stop in the Victorian mountain resort of Pitlochry. Cross the battlefield of Culloden Moor with its memories of Bonnie Prince Charlie before reaching your Highland destination. Today’s Distance: 225 mi/ 260 km
Day 4: Highlands-Fort William-Glasgow
Location: Loch Ness, Fort William, Glen Coe, Loch Lomond, Glasgow
Accommodation Name: Moxy Glasgow Merchant City
Meals Included: Breakfast
Look out for signs of the mysterious Loch Ness monster and proceed via Fort William, beneath Ben Nevis. Glen Coe, where the MacDonald Clan was massacred in 1692, and a drive along the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond are scenic highlights on the way to Glasgow. Today’s Distance: 183 mi/ 293 km
Day 5: Glasgow,Alloway,Belfast,Northern Ireland
Location: Glasgow, Alloway, Belfast
Accommodation Name: Leonardo Hotel Belfast
Meals Included: Breakfast
On this morning’s orientation drive through Scotland’s largest city, see the fine 12th-century cathedral, imposing university buildings, and elegant Georgian squares, built by wealthy tobacco barons. Stop at Alloway, the birthplace of Robert Burns, before boarding the ferry for the Irish Sea crossing to Belfast.Today’s Distance: 143 mi/ 229 km
Day 6: Belfast
Location: Belfast, Giant's Causeway
Accommodation Name: Leonardo Hotel Belfast
Meals Included: Breakfast
A full day to enjoy Belfast on your own or experience the legend and legacy of the ill-fated ocean liner, Titanic, on a morning optional city tour that includes a visit to Titanic Belfast. Be moved by the compelling story of the Titanic from conception to construction and launch and its subsequent place in history. This afternoon, why not join an optional to the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Giant’s Causeway. Taking its name from the legendary Irish giant Finn McCool, 40,000 basalt columns were formed around 60 million years ago to create a unique rock formation that is a sight to behold.
Day 7: Belfast,Dublin,Ireland
Location: Dublin
Accommodation Name: Clayton Leopardstown
Meals Included: Breakfast
Head south this morning for arrival in Dublin before lunchtime. Your orientation drive through Ireland’s capital includes statue-lined O’Connell Street, elegant Georgian squares, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. This evening’s optional excursion toasts Irish tradition with a visit to the Guinness Storehouse where Ireland’s most famous export has been brewed since 1759. A guided tour is followed by a “pint of the black stuff” and dinner. Today’s Distance: 105 mi/ 168 km
Day 8: Dublin
Location: Dublin
Accommodation Name: Clayton Leopardstown
Meals Included: Breakfast
A day to explore the “Fair City” of Dublin on your own. Your Tour Director will have suggestions. Everyone’s Irish on tonight’s popular optional outing to the legendary Taylors Irish Cabaret, featuring a delicious dinner, drinks, and outstanding Irish music, dance, and comedy.
Day 9: Dublin
Location: Dublin
Accommodation Name: Clayton Leopardstown
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay at the following hotels: Novotel Edinburgh Park in Edinburgh, Ben Wyvis Hotel in the Highlands, Moxy Glasgow Merchant City in Glasgow, Leonardo Hotel Belfast in Belfast, and Clayton Leopardstown in Dublin.
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Sightseeing
Guided tours and sightseeing in Edinburgh, St. Andrews, Pitlochry, Culloden Moor, Inverness, Highlands, Fort William, Glasgow, Alloway, Belfast, and Dublin.
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Transportation
Transportation between destinations, including a ferry crossing from Scotland to Northern Ireland.
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Tour Director
Services of a professional Tour Director throughout the trip.
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Local Guides
Morning sightseeing with a Local Guide in Edinburgh.
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Special Events
Tickets to the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo for departures on August 3, 10, and 17.
What's Not Included
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Optional Excursions
Optional evening events such as the Scottish night out in Edinburgh, the visit to Titanic Belfast, the tour to the Giant’s Causeway, the visit to the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin, and the Taylors Irish Cabaret in Dublin.
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Personal Expenses
Any personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks not included in the itinerary.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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Flights
International and domestic flights to and from the starting and ending points of the tour are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for the Tour Director, local guides, and drivers are not included.
UNESCO Sites
Forth Bridge|Old and New Towns of Edinburgh
Accommodation
Stay at the Novotel Edinburgh Park in Edinburgh, Ben Wyvis Hotel in the Highlands, Moxy Glasgow Merchant City in Glasgow, Leonardo Hotel Belfast in Belfast, and Clayton Leopardstown in Dublin, offering comfort and convenience throughout your journey.
Mode of Transport
Travel between destinations is facilitated by comfortable transportation, including a scenic ferry crossing from Scotland to Northern Ireland, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable journey across the stunning landscapes of Scotland and Ireland.
Notes
This tour requires some uphill walking on rough terrain at Edinburgh Castle which may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs.
Meals
8 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes daily breakfast and selected dinners. Specifically, there are 8 breakfasts and 2 dinners included.
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Are there any special events included in the tour?
Yes, tickets to the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for departures on August 3, 10, and 17.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
Transportation between destinations is included, which also features a ferry crossing from Scotland to Northern Ireland.
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Is there a Tour Director available during the trip?
Yes, the services of a professional Tour Director are provided throughout the trip.
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Are local guides available during the tour?
Yes, there is morning sightseeing with a Local Guide in Edinburgh.
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What optional excursions are available during the tour?
Optional excursions include a Scottish night out in Edinburgh, a visit to Titanic Belfast, a tour to the Giant’s Causeway, a visit to the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin, and the Taylors Irish Cabaret in Dublin.
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What are the accommodation arrangements during the tour?
Accommodation is provided at Novotel Edinburgh Park in Edinburgh, Ben Wyvis Hotel in the Highlands, Moxy Glasgow Merchant City in Glasgow, Leonardo Hotel Belfast in Belfast, and Clayton Leopardstown in Dublin.
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What should guests with physical limitations be aware of?
The tour requires some uphill walking on rough terrain at Edinburgh Castle, which may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or those reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1961
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.
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Cosmos requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of cosmos charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Best of Scotland and Ireland
9 Days Starting in Edinburgh, Scotland and ending in Dublin, Ireland
Visiting: Edinburgh, St. Andrews, Pitlochry, Culloden Moor, Highlands, Loch Ness, Fort William, Glen Coe, Loch Lomond, Glasgow, Alloway, Belfast, Giant's Causeway, Dublin ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
9020-2025
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
5-99
