Outstanding Irish & Scottish Resorts, Chef Led Dining Experiences, And Tours Of The Iconic Sights
Duration: 8 nights 9 day tour
Dates: June 8th to June 16th 2026
Touring: Ireland and Scotland
All-Inclusive Tour Cost: $4,595 Per Person Sharing (single room supplement $1,595)
Please note: * This tour will involve walking in rugged terrain and ancient medieval sites with uneven pavement & steep winding stairs. Guests must to be able and active to participate.
Experience the contrasts and the similarities of the ancient Celtic lands in this unique tour of Ireland and Scotland. Tour the north-east of Ireland from Belfast to the Glens of Antrim and Derry, then, cross the Irish Sea to explore the best of Scotland, both with wonders of Edinburgh and the majestic mountians and lochs of the Highlands. The best of both worlds!
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Your prepaid Celts & Kilts Scots-Irish Tour includes the following:
- All transportation, including pickup from Crowne Plaza Hotel and airport shuttle service from the Crowne Plaza on our final morning
- Luxury executive touring coach with a professional and local guide/driver
- All baggage handling tips and gifts
- All entrance fees to various attractions museums and places of interest including,
Dunluce Castle, The Giants Causeway, Titanic Belfast, Balcarres Estate, St. Andrews Castle, Stirling Castle, Eilean Donan Castle. - A welcome luncheon at the Ebrington in Derry City.
- 2 nights at the Glagorm Manor Resort
- 1 evening dining experience at Glagorm Manor, River Room Restaurant
- Stena Ferry to Scotland, and back to Ireland.
- A welcome luncheon at the Contini Restaurant in Edinburgh
- 2 nights at the Radisson Blu Hotel on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh with a full Scottish breakfast
- 1 evening dining experience at the Radisson Blu with Scottish entertainment
- 2 nights at Kingshouse Hotel in Glencoe with a full Scottish Breakfast
- 2 nights all inclusive evening dinner experiences at Kingshouse Hotel
- 1 night at the 5-star Grand Central Hotel, Belfast
- 1 evening dining experience at Belfast’s Grand Central.
- 1 evening dining experience at Fitzpatrick’s Pub & Restaurant
- 1 night at the Crowne Plaza Hotel at Dublin Airport
- All Taxes, fees and tips covered.
Day 1
We begin our Irish tour today with pick up at the Dublin Crown Plaza, bound for the north-west of Ireland and the historic Derry City where a gourmet welcome luncheon awaits us at the award winning Ebrington, hosted by chef Noel McMeel…
Read MoreEnjoy the taste of Ireland before we embark on a walking tour of the famed city walls of Derry with all its history stretching back hundreds of years. We then end the day at Galgorm Resort and Spa, our first tour resort, to unwind with a river view room set within 163 acres of parkland. Welcome to the Celtic lands!
Day 2
Today we will continue our north coast adventures as we travel the famed Antrim Coast Road, one of the world’s most scenic drives along the Glens of Antrim, gazing across the sea to Scotland , which is clearly visible…
Read MoreWe will stop at Bushmills, and visit the world’s oldest Whiskey distillery at Bushmills to enjoy lunch and have some whiskey tastings before we drive the short distance to explore the incredible Giants Causeway. The Causeway is truly one of the wonders of world, with it’s hexagonal rocks stretching out into the sea – just amazing to experience! – Then end the day back at Galgorm Manor where we will enjoy an elegant group dinner in the wonderful River Room and Conservatory Restaurant.
Day 3
After our full Irish breakfast today we drive to Belfast for our late morning sailing across the Irish Sea to Scotland with Stena Line. The sailing is just 2 hours and 15 minutes, and the Stena ship has many facilities offering refreshments and relaxation…
Read MoreAfter arriving in the port of Cairnyran we will make our way to Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh. The city itself is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is a joy and wonder to behold with interesting history and architecture at every turn. Our hotel, the Raddison Blu, is situated on the Royal Mile in the very heart of the city where we will enjoy a welcome dinner complete with bagpipes and Highland dancing – we may even taste the haggis! Welcome to Scotland!
Day 4
Today we leave Edinburgh bound for the kingdom of Fife and St. Andrews, a city famous across the world as the historic home of golf. Crossing the mighty Forth bridge, we drive north to explore this area rich with history & culture…
Read MoreOn the way, we will make a stop to tour the wonderful Balcarres Estate in Fife, home to Lord and Lady Crawford. Gary & Judith had the privilege to meet Earl and Lady Crawford in Atlanta, and this is a very private invitation just for our guests. We will enjoy a full Scottish tea experience at Ballcarres before we spend the rest of the day discovering St. Andrews, including the old course and the castle. We will end the day by boarding our coach for the ride back to Edinburgh.
Day 5
This morning, we depart Edinburgh for the wonderful Scottish Highlands, stopping on the way at the world famous Stirling Castle, a stronghold for Scottish Kings and Queens for a thousand years…
Read MoreAfter touring and enjoying lunch at Stirling, we will continue our drive through the meandering villages and scenery as we drive up into the Highlands. We will arrive in time to freshen up for dinner at the incredible Kingshouse Hotel, set in Glencoe valley. Our hotel is a newly refurbished Alpine retreat with stunning mountain views. Dinner tonight will be a feast for the eyes and tastebuds with epic views.
Day 6
This morning, after breakfast with stunning Highland views, we leave Kinghouse for an incredible tour of the Highlands en route to Eilean Donan Castle, stopping at several viewpoints for photography along the way, including Ben Nevis – Britain’s highest mountain…
Read MoreAn iconic Scottish fortress, Eileen Donan is the gateway to the Isle of Skye, and is picture perfect. We will tour the castle and enjoy lunch here before returning to our coach for yet more stunning scenery and mountain views as we glide through the Highlands. Dinner tonight at the wonderful Kingshouse. A day of amazing Scottish culture and scenery.
Day 7
Today, We depart the Highlands and travel back to Ireland. Take in the spectacular views as we drive southwards to Carirnrayn, passing by the amazing Loch Lomon and many other landmarks before boarding our ship across the Irish Sea to Belfast…
Read MoreOur hotel, in Belfast the 5-star Grand Central, is perfectly situated for you to explore and experience this exciting city with it’s unique music and culture. We end the day with a group dining experience at the superb Seahorse Restaurant at Grand Central.
Day 8
On our final day we depart the Grand Central for a hop-on hop-off driving tour of Belfast before arriving at the award-winning Titanic Belfast, voted as one of the best visitor experiences in Europe…
Read MoreWe will tour Titanic Belfast and enjoy some luncheon in the Titanic Quarter before we board our coach to drive south to Carlingford, Co. Louth, a unique medieval town full of characters. Our last group dinner will be in Fitzpatrick’s’ Restaurant in Carlingford before completing our journey back to Dublin and the Dublin Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel. Book your complimentary shuttle to the airport on arrival for the following morning to fly home. What an adventure!
Day 9
Your complimentary shuttle will take you to the airport this to get your flight home to the USA, filled with memories of an unforgettable adventure in the Celtic lands of ireland and Scotland! – Until next time!