There are few drives as beautiful as in Scotland and Ireland. In Scotland, a lush beautiful country, the roads hug the rivers and lakes flowing in the valleys making it a beautiful journey. In Ireland, it gets wilder as the waves of the Atlantic hit the rugged shoreline, which when we witness from our drive would take our breath away.
The Wild Atlantic Way as it is known is one of the most scenic drives in Europe. This tour also traces the path of some of the Scottish and Irish whiskeys through this journey.
| Days | 9 Nights / 10 Days |
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| From | Edinburgh to Dublin |
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Step 1 - Advance of INR 70,000 + EUR 700 + 5% GST + TCS (as applicable) together with a copy of your passport and Pan Card, at the time of booking. |
On arrival, we will proceed to our hotel in the centre and check-in. Evening is free to walk around the Royal mile and enjoy the sights around the city. Dinner and overnight in Edinburgh.
In the morning, we will enjoy the guided city tour of Edinburgh which includes a visit to Edinburgh Castle (from outside), Scott Monument & walk around Royal miles. After lunch, we’ll go for an exclusive Johnnie Walker Princes Street experience for a guided tasting session with whisky experts and get to know more about the animated way it’s made. Spend the evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay in Edinburgh.
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Dublin. Upon arrival, drive towards one of Ireland’s most beautiful and iconic hilltop landmarks, the Rock of Cashel. After visiting this historic site, continue your journey to Killarney, a truly special highlight of the itinerary. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Killarney.
Before starting with our drive on Wild Atlantic Way, Ring of Kerry, is the perfect circular roadway to explore Ireland’s rugged coastline. We’ll take many photo stops on the way to witness the waves wildly lashing against the rocky coast. It forms a truly magnificent image. In the evening after dinner, we’ll kick back in a local bar in Killarney with Irish beers and whisky. Overnight stay in Killarney.
Today we will drive to our next destination, and en route, visit the Cliffs of Moher, standing atop the towering and most striking cliffs. Feel the wind in your hair and the spray of the Atlantic as you marvel at this breathtaking coastline. We will also visit the Shannon Ferry, after a short photo stop, we will continue on our way to the tranquil Connemara. Overnight stay in Connemara.
Today we will have breakfast and drive towards the Connemara National Park, located in the west of Ireland, spanning approximately 2957 hectares of scenic mountains, expansive bogs, woodlands and grasslands. We will have a laid-back time here visiting cafes and shops to buy local products. We will have lunch in a town. Later, we will also visit the Kylemore Abbey, a haven of history and serenity.Slow down, taking in the scenery, and experiencing the peaceful rhythm of rural Ireland. Overnight stay in Connemara.
This morning will visit a Sheepdog demonstration and afterwards will pass by Benbulben, a 500-meter limestone mountain that was shaped by ice age glacier. Next we continue on a scenic drive through Glenveagh National Park. Further we will cross into Northern Ireland and reach Bushmills, a charming coastal town known for its historic distillery and stunning seaside views. Overnight stay in Bushmills.
Today, visit the Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring 40,000 interlocking basalt columns formed by volcanic activity. In the afternoon, visit the Bushmills Distillery,enjoy a tasting session, savoring the authentic Irish whiskey while learning about the craftsmanship behind this world-famous spirit.
This is our final day on the road, we will stick to the Northern Coastline on the way to Carrick Fergus Castle. After lunch, we will have an emotional visit to infamous Murals and Peace wall in Belfast. Our journey will continue to Dublin, where we will take a guided tour of the beautiful city.
After an early breakfast, we will proceed to the airport for your flight back home.
Scotland is beautiful and through this itinerary, we only explore the beauty of the highlands and the lakes. The coastal beauty we believe is more raw in Ireland where we drive on the Wild Atlantic Way.
The Wild Atlantic way is an 800 + km route parallel to the Atlantic Ocean on the West and Northern Coast of Ireland. The roads are narrow and are often combined with dramatic scenery of rugged cliffs and non-touristy farmlands.
Yes, those who enjoy the whiskey would appreciate the little details of this tour. However, those who enjoy nature would love this itinerary as well.
It would need some form of physical fitness to do this tour. We stop at photogenic locales and then take a small hike to explore more of nature. You won’t be able to enjoy the land to the fullest if not fit.
Yes, this can be done. Please speak to our office. We have limited seats for this kind of arrangement.