Celtic Highlights
13 Days Starting and ending in Glasgow, UK
Visiting: Glasgow, Fort William, Inverness, Culloden, Blair Atholl, Edinburgh, Gretna Green, Grasmere, Liverpool, North Wales, Dublin, Kildare, Cashel, Blarney, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Adare, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Sligo, Derry, Giant's Causeway, Belfast
Tour operator:
Tour code:
GD-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 36
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
Knobby knees? Skinny calves? Thick ankles? No matter here. You can show them off with pride on this tartan-filled tour through the kilted and Celtic countries of Scotland, Ireland and Wales with the added bonus of England’s postcard-perfect Lake District. Whether you’re in search of heritage, haggis, rolling glens or smooth Guinness, there’s so much to discover on this Celtic tour of Britain and Ireland. Ancient castles? Check. Legendary lochs? Indeed. Sparkling seascapes and hallowed battlefields? You can bet your boots. Speaking of betting, you’ll visit the Irish National Stud at Kildare, a working stud farm and the beating heart of Ireland’s esteemed thoroughbred racehorse industry. From the storied cities to the tiny towns, you’ll feel your own heart beat as you savor the deep-rooted traditions and customs of the Emerald Isle and the Scottish Highlands and Lowlands.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Glasgow,Scotland
Location: Glasgow
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Glasgow
Meals Included: Dinner
Free time. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Day 2: Glasgow,Fort William,Inverness
Location: Glasgow, Fort William, Inverness
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Inverness Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
GLASGOW Orientation drive to see the 12th-century cathedral, university buildings, and Georgian squares.HIGHLANDS Take a scenic drive along Loch Lomond and Loch Linnhe, and through Rannoch Moor and Glen Coe.FORT WILLIAM See the gateway to Ben Nevis, UK’s highest peak.LOCH NESS Visit the legendary lake. 178 mi / 286 km
Day 3: Inverness,Culloden,Blair Atholl,Edinburgh
Location: Inverness, Culloden, Blair Atholl, Edinburgh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Marriott Courtyard
Meals Included: Breakfast
CULLODEN Visit the Culloden Moor battlefield site and visitor center.BLAIR ATHOLL Visit Blair Castle. 178 mi / 286 km
Day 4: Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Marriott Courtyard
Meals Included: Breakfast
EDINBURGH Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the New Town, the Old Town, and a visit to Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Free time in the afternoon.EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO Attend the world-renowned Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo performance. (Departures August 5 through August 19 only).
Day 5: Edinburgh,Gretna Green,Grasmere,England,Liverpool
Location: Edinburgh, Gretna Green, Grasmere, Liverpool
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Pullman Liverpool
Meals Included: Breakfast
GRETNA GREEN See where the Scottish blacksmith performed weddings for eloping young couples.LAKE DISTRICT Take a scenic drive.GRASMERE Visit Wordsworth’s beloved village and sample [LF] the original Grasmere gingerbread.LIVERPOOL Visit The Beatles Story for a fascinating journey into the life and music of the Fab Four. 235 mi / 378 km
Day 6: Liverpool,North Wales,Dublin,Ireland
Location: Liverpool, North Wales, Dublin
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Royal Marine Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
NORTH WALES Scenic drive through the forest village of Betws-y-Coed and Snowdonia National Park. Take a ferry to cross from Holyhead to Dublin. 131 mi / 210 km
Day 7: Dublin
Location: Dublin
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Royal Marine Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
DUBLIN Take an orientation drive to see O’Connell Street, Georgian squares, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College. Free time.
Day 8: Dublin,Kildare,Cashel,Blarney,Killarney
Location: Dublin, Kildare, Cashel, Blarney, Killarney
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Scotts Hotel Kilarney
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
KILDARE [LF] Visit the world renowned Irish National Stud.CASHEL See the Rock of Cashel, where St. Patrick preached.BLARNEY Visit the village known for its magical Kissing Stone.KILLARNEY Free time. 231 mi / 372 km
Day 9: Killarney,Ring Of Kerry,Adare,Limerick
Location: Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Adare, Limerick
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Clayton Hotel Limerick
Meals Included: Breakfast
RING OF KERRY Panoramic drive around part of Ireland's southwestern peninsula.ADARE Stop at the quaint village to see its pretty thatched cottages.LIMERICK Free time. 167 mi / 268 km
Day 10: Limerick,Cliffs Of Moher,Galway,Sligo
Location: Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Sligo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sligo Park Hotel And Leisure Club
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
CLIFFS OF MOHER Visit 668-foot-high cliffs above the Atlantic Ocean.GALWAY Free time. 188 mi / 302 km
Day 11: Sligo,Derry,Northern Ireland,Giant’S Causeway,Belfast
Location: Sligo, Derry, Giant's Causeway, Belfast
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Stormont Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
DERRY [LF] Walk on top of the city walls with a Local Guide.GIANT’S CAUSEWAY See more than 40,000 interlocking basalt columns formed millions of years ago. 187 mi / 301 km
Day 12: Belfast,Glasgow,Scotland
Location: Belfast, Glasgow
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Glasgow
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
BELFAST Visit the Titanic Belfast experience.Take a ferry crossing to the maritime port of Cairnryan on Scotland’s west coast en route to Glasgow. 82 mi / 132 km
Day 13: Glasgow
Location: Glasgow
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Fully Guided
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Transport
Private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
What's Not Included
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Insurance
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International Travel
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Forth Road Bridge|Giant's Causeway and Causeway Coast|Old and New Towns of Edinburgh|The English Lake District
Meals
Full English breakfast daily; 6 three-course dinners
Accommodation
Glasgow:Radisson Blu GlasgowInverness:Mercure Inverness HotelEdinburgh:Marriott CourtyardLiverpool:Pullman LiverpoolDublin:Royal Marine HotelKillarney:Scotts Hotel KilarneyLimerick:Clayton Hotel LimerickSligo:Sligo Park Hotel and Leisure ClubBelfast:Stormont Hotel
Check out our Q&As
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 5 years or above
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
Usually max 43 people
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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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 Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.
Up to 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 89 days before tour starts: Forfeit 20% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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