Bask in the warm Celtic culture and majestic scenery of two remarkable lands on this 12 day small group tour from Edinburgh to Belfast with Collette Tours. Visit Edinburgh Castle, enjoy the rolling hills and wild country of Inverness in the Scottish Highlands, soak up the incredible scenery at the Giants Causeway and much more!
Departs March - October 2025
Come to know the regal city of Edinburgh on a panoramic coach tour or by foot – it’s your choice! Learn the secrets of making Scotch whisky and enjoy a tasting. Cruise famed Loch Ness and explore the ruins of Urquhart Castle. Enjoy a traditional evening of Scottish food and entertainment. Visit the Titanic Experience in Belfast and remember the century-old tragedy that shook the world. Walk the Giant’s Causeway (UNESCO) and soak up incredible views of the Causeway Coast, one of the world’s most breathtaking rail journeys. Visit Ireland’s bustling capital city of Dublin and tour historic St. Patrick’s Cathedral. From rugged natural beauty to vibrant and historical cities, the diverse charms of Scotland and Ireland await.
Collette
You're not just going on tour; you’re having a travel experience!
True adventures go beyond incredible destinations or inclusive packages. Collette delivers a sense of possibility across hundreds of destinations across the world.
Family owned Since 1918, we have been sharing our love of travel. Today our worldwide travel collection features comprehensive land tours, river cruises, rail journeys, small group tours, garden holidays and more. With Collette, wake each morning on tour with a new experience in front of you, and when your head hits the pillow, you will know it has been an amazing day. Best of all - we seamlessly handle the details. All you must do is enjoy the adventure!
Why choose Collette Tours?
When Collette says guaranteed, they mean a guaranteed departure.
Family owned Since 1918
24/7 Emergency Services
Be immersed with fewer one-night stays and more 2 – 3 – 4 night stays.
5-Star Touring with 4-Star Plus Accommodation
Includes both the must-sees and unique local experiences - not one or the other.
Culinary Immersion dining at local restaurants unique to each region
Location, Quality & Uniqueness of Accommodation staying in a grand castle, picturesque villa, glass igloo, private yacht, safari lodge, French chateau and more.
*Advertised price based on 17 March 2025 departure, correct as of 18 October 2024.
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Inclusions & Highlights
Inclusions
6 Handpicked Accommodations
18 Meals
2 Choice on Tour Options
Highlights
Tour the "Fair City" of Dublin with a local guide.
Embark on a scenic cruise on beautiful Loch Ness.
Set out on a walking tour of Derry featuring its medieval city walls.
Embark on one of the world’s most breathtaking rail journeys along the Causeway Coast.
Explore the Titanic Experience in Belfast.
Discover the heritage of Glasgow with a local guide.
Sample the "Water of Life" at a Scottish whisky distillery.
Taste apple cider at a family-run farmJoin in the fun during a night of traditional Scottish food and entertainment.
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Itinerary
Day 1 – Edinburgh, Scotland - Tour Begins
Your tour opens in Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital city. Tonight, join your fellow travellers for dinner at a local restaurant.
Stay: Radisson Blu Edinburgh
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 – Edinburgh
This morning, visit Edinburgh Castle, home to the Scottish Crown Jewels. Then it’s your choice! Get acquainted with this regal city on a locally guided tour of the city via motorcoach -OR- join a local expert and explore the Old Town and Royal Mile on foot.*
Stay: Radisson Blu Edinburgh
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Edinburgh - St. Andrews – Inverness
Depart Edinburgh and visit a whisky distillery built on an old monastery, where you may enjoy a whisky tasting tour. Then travel onto St. Andrews, the beautiful town in the Kingdom of Fife that gave the world the game of golf – see the Royal and Ancient Clubhouse and the famous Old Course. Continue on to Inverness, the capital of the Highlands.
Stay: Best Western Palace Hotel Inverness
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4: Inverness - Loch Ness – Inverness
This morning, take a scenic cruise on Loch Ness before disembarking at the base of the famed Urquhart Castle. Explore the ruins of this historic stronghold where acts of chivalry and defiance exhibit more than 1,000 years of Scottish history. Return to Inverness and have time to explore the city or join a riverside walk. This evening, enjoy a Highland evening filled with storytelling, singing and Scottish dancing!
Stay: Best Western Palace Hotel Inverness
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 5: Inverness - Fort William - Glencoe – Glasgow
Depart Inverness and stop just north of Fort William to take in the historic Caledonian Canal and its famous Neptune’s Staircase, a flight of eight locks and an incredible feat of engineering. Continue to the scenic valley of Glencoe, one of Scotland’s most historic and breathtaking glens. Your day ends in Glasgow.
Stay: Hilton Glasgow
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 6: Glasgow - Belfast, Northern Ireland
This morning, explore Glasgow with a local guide. Highlights include a visit to George Square, and passing by Glasgow Cathedral, Provand’s Lordship, the oldest house in the city, and Glasgow Green, discovering the rich industrial heritage of the city. Travel to the scenic Ayrshire coast to your ferry. Cross the famed Irish Sea as you head for Northern Ireland’s capital city of Belfast.
Stay: AC Hotel by Marriott Belfast
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: Belfast
Enjoy a privately guided tour of Belfast, Northern Ireland’s largest city. Learn about the struggles in this great city’s history as you pass through its distinctive neighborhoods. See “Samson” and “Goliath,” the massive cranes of the Belfast shipyard. Complete today’s tour with a visit to the award-winning Titanic Experience museum.
Stay: AC Hotel by Marriott Belfast
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 8: Belfast - Glens of Antrim - Giant's Causeway – Derry
Venture along the stunning Antrim Coastal Route, stopping at the Giant’s Causeway (UNESCO). Formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago, the causeway resembles an old, cobbled road leading mystically into the sea. Then, embark on one of the world’s most beautiful railway** journeys along the Causeway Coast. Soak up the incredible scenery before arriving in the walled city of Derry. Set out on a walking tour featuring the medieval city walls, St. Augustine's Cathedral, and the Guildhall. Perhaps you will discover why Derry is one of Ireland’s best-kept secrets during an optional evening of storytelling and traditional music at a pub serving traditional pub-style food.
Stay: City Hotel Derry
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9: Derry - Donegal Town – Derry
Today’s journey showcases the rugged beauty of County Donegal. Start your day with a visit to Donegal Castle, a restored 15th-century castle with a unique history. Enjoy some free time to explore Donegal Town, a picturesque village at the mouth of the River Eske. Return to Derry, where tonight, it’s Diner’s Choice... choose the perfect spot from a “menu” of Derry’s great restaurants.
Depart on a journey through the scenic countryside of Northern Ireland, stopping in Armagh to view the twin cathedrals dedicated to Ireland’s Patron Saint. The two St. Patrick’s Cathedrals, one Catholic and one Protestant, symbolize the two souls of Ireland. Then, visit a family-run cider farm. Meet the family and explore the orchards before sampling their award-winning Irish ciders. Continue on to the Republic of Ireland. Your day concludes in Dublin, Ireland’s vibrant capital city.
Stay: Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge
Meals: Breakfast
Day 11: Dublin
A locally guided tour of Dublin highlights the world-renowned St. Patrick’s Cathedral, O’Connell Street, Grafton Street, Phoenix Park and the city’s magnificent rows of lovely Georgian town homes. You may choose to join an optional tour with lunch at a local pub followed by a visit to the Guinness Storehouse. Spend the rest of your day at leisure as you delve further into Dublin's cultural treasures. This evening, toast the end of an incredible adventure during a farewell dinner at one of the city’s most popular local restaurants.
Stay: Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 12: Dublin - Tour Ends
Your tour comes to a close.
Meals: Breakfast
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Booking terms and conditions apply.
* Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
