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Highlights of Ireland and Scotland

11-Day Ireland and Scotland Tour from Dublin to Edinburgh

Save up to $505

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When do you want to travel?

Travel & Accommodation

11 days, 3 countries and 13 cities

10 nights accommodation

Meals

10 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners

Activity Level

Balanced

Itinerary

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From Dublin to Edinburgh: Isles explored

Chase the craic across Scotland and Ireland, where every day brings a story worth telling. Hop across the mythical stones of Giant's Causeway, then lose yourself among Scotland's shimmering lochs, rugged Highlands and storybook castles.

How you’ll travel
Guided throughout, with authentic local connections.

Standard regional accommodation

Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal

Deluxe coach travel

34 Experiences

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Trip map

A map highlighting different stops on the Trafalgar's Highlights of Ireland and Scotland tour

Day By Day Itinerary

11-day itinerary from Dublin to Edinburgh visiting 3 Countries and 13 Cities.

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About this trip

Sightseeing highlights

Explore Dublin, Derry/Londonderry, Belfast and Edinburgh

Discover Galway, Cong and Glasgow 

Visit Connemara Celtic Crystal Factory, Kylemore Abbey, Cong, Donegal, Giant's Causeway, Titanic Experience and a whiskey distillery in Belfast, Loch Lomond, Fort William, Loch Ness, Pitlochry, Edinburgh Castle and EPIC - The Irish Emigration Museum

View Glencoe and the 18th hole at St. Andrews, St Patrick's Cathedral Dublin, City Walls and Murals of Derry/Londonderry, Belfast City Hall, Forth Rail Bridge and Arthur's Seat

See Ailsa Craig

Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates

What's included?

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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

Must-see sightseeing

Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Ferry from Northern Ireland to Scotland

Optional Experiences and free time

On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized

Frequently asked questions

Live, unedited & independent traveller reviews

Highlights of Ireland and Scotland trip reviews

Highlights of Ireland and Scotland trip reviews

Overall Trip Rating

4.8/

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370 reviews

independently verified reviews

94% of reviewers would recommend to a friend.

Joy Thomas

5/5

Reviewed on 11/25/2025 15:19:26

It was a well-planned itinerary. The weather derailed a portion of it but that was out of

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"Trafalgar took care of 46 tourist in Ireland, Scotland and thru storm Amy"

Esther Rupnarain

5/5

Reviewed on 11/25/2025 15:18:56

Trafalgar provided a well coordinated, wonderful, exciting, informative and insightful tour of

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Mary Anne Kelly

4/5

Reviewed on 11/25/2025 15:12:07

Pros- *Personal information removed by Feefo*, our tour guide was superb. She was very approachable,

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"A trip of a lifetime"

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 11/21/2025 12:04:06

Our tour director *Personal information removed by Feefo* and bus drive *Personal information

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Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 11/18/2025 13:56:37

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Nancy Bonanza

4.5/5

Reviewed on 11/13/2025 10:08:45

Donald Brower

5/5

Reviewed on 11/13/2025 09:07:09

Wings Lem

5/5

Reviewed on 11/13/2025 08:09:36

The travel director and coach driver were very knowledgeable and pivoted when necessary. They ensure

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"Celtic Heritage Tour"

Roger Long

5/5

Reviewed on 11/12/2025 09:43:35

This first visit was a great introduction and overview of the land of my heritage. Sights, sounds,

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Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 11/06/2025 09:26:44

Drum side a waste Excellent director and driver Interesting guides To much discussion of the

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You'll make a positive impact to people, planet and wildlife on this tour

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Feel good (and do good) travel

It feels good to do good. These sustainable travel experiences help you meet inspiring people, support local communities, and make amazing memories that last a lifetime.​

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Sustainable development

Our sustainable experiences help advance 11 of the United Nations SDGs and make the world that little bit better.

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Under our sustainability strategy, we've committed to have at least one MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on every single one of our tours.

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