The Cliffs of Moher’s dramatic beauty, Scenic Connemara & the Ring of Kerry
14 breakfasts, 14 lunches & 13 dinners
9 nights in outstanding hotels
Fly from select Canadian gateways for only $100 for 2020 departure
Private car home pick-up and return service
“Stand where the peaks meet the sky and the lochs meet the sea.” These words, written by Scottish playwright W. Gordon Smith, beautifully describe the vast and untamed beauty of Scotland and Ireland. Navigate the Caledonian Canal’s intricate waters and the sheltered waters of the lochs. Reflect on the legend and lore of Scotland’s past as you gaze across the Sound of Mull from Duart Castle. Learn what goes into making Guinness before enjoying a pint of your own. Revel in the beauty of Connemara’s magnificent and unspoiled coastal landscape. In all that you do, the myth and majesty of this stunning part of the world will surround you.
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Pre Post overnights in Toronto
We have a special agreement with our Toronto Airport hotel that includes 2 weeks of parking.
DEPART FOR GLASGOW, SCOTLAND
Enjoy a private car ride to the airport. Guests departing from the Toronto airport are assisted with their check-in. Meet your Journey Manager and fellow travellers and board your flights to Glasgow, Scotland.Overnight flight
WELCOME TO GLASGOW
Glasgow, one of Europe’s most vibrant cities, is infused with a strongly held sense of culture and a rich historical legacy. Our local Blue Badge guide greets us before we board our executive coach for the short drive to our hotel. Enjoy a light lunch and relax in Glasgow this afternoon. Then, join your fellow travellers for a casual welcome dinner. (L,D)Blythswood Square Hotel & Spa, Glasgow (1 night)
GLASGOW & THE HIGHLANDS
Glasgow comes alive during our panoramic tour showcasing many highlights, including Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, set within the beautiful surroundings of Glasgow University, Park Grove, and Trinity College Towers. Then enjoy lunch at the world-famous Willow Tea Rooms. Our adventure continues into the mountainous and scenic region of Scotland to Oban where we board the lovely Lord of the Highlands, your home for the next five days. All meals will be served on board unless otherwise indicated. (B,L,D)
Lord of the Highlands (5 nights), Oban
MCCAIG'S FOLLY & THE WEST COAST
Our morning walking tour includes a tasting at the local whiskey distillery. Discover “McCaig’s Folly,” an interesting structure high on the hill overlooking Oban. Cruise across the beautiful Oban Bay and Loch Linnhe to enter the Sound of Mull for our mooring at Craignure. Here, we disembark for an adventure to one of the most spectacular sights of Scotland, Duart Castle. A scenic drive then brings us back to the Lord of the Highlands in Tobermory. (B,L,D)Tobermory
TOBERMORY, SAIL THE SOUND OF MULL, WEST HIGHLAND LINE
Built as a fishing port in the late 18th century, Tobermory is now the main town on the Isle of Mull. Enjoy free time this morning to explore the village’s gaily painted waterfront. We sail down the length of the scenic Sound of Mull to Loch Linnhe and the start of the Caledonian Canal at Corpach. Later, we board the Jacobite Steam Train for an unforgettable journey along the West Highland Line. Admire the stunning scenery and the world-famous Glenfinnan Viaduct, a Victorian construction and truly a sight to behold. (B,L,D)Corpach
NEPTUNE’S STAIRCASE, TREE LINED LAGGAN AVENUE, FORT AUGUSTUS
Neptune’s Staircase is a series of eight interconnected locks that raises our vessel to the pleasant village of Banavie. Sail through the shadow of Ben Nevis and its startling 2,000ft cliffs to the very impressive tree-lined Laggan Avenue. At Fort Augustus, another series of locks runs through the centre of the town and lowers the vessel to the world-famous Loch Ness. Use the afternoon to explore the quaint village of Fort Augustus during free time. (B,L,D)Inveroich
THE FABLED LOCH NESS
This morning, we sail along the famous Loch Ness, Scotland’s deepest loch and the fabled home of the Loch Ness Monster. The Lord of the Highlands pauses briefly in front of Urquhart Castle for photos before sailing along Loch Dochfour and into Inverness. Join the Captain this evening for his farewell dinner. (B,L,D)
Inverness
THE HIGHLANDS & EDINBURGH
We bid farewell to the Lord of the Highlands and travel through the endless mountains of the Scottish Highlands. At the impressive Scone Palace, we enjoy a traditional lunch followed by a private tour. Having once been the crowning place of the Kings of Scots, including Robert the Bruce, Scone Palace now boasts an outstanding collection of antiques and rare artifacts, as well as world-renowned grounds. Then, our scenic adventure continues into Edinburgh. (B,L,D)
Charlotte Square Hotel, Edinburgh (2 nights)
EDINBURGH
Today, we explore one of the United Kingdom’s most famous cities. Enveloped by rolling hills, Edinburgh is a city of elegant streets and cobbled alleys that invite exploration. Saunter along the Royal Mile, dine in a truly unique Scottish pub for lunch, visit the Royal Yacht Britannia, and enjoy free time in the afternoon to do as much or as little as you please. In the evening, swap stories about your time in this delightful city over a casual dinner. (B,L,D)DUBLIN & WICKLOW, IRELAND
This morning, we fly to Dublin, Ireland, to begin our exploration of the Emerald Isle, where our local friendly guide demonstrates the warm hospitality for which the Irish are famous. We leave the city for a relaxing drive to County Wicklow and a visit to the Powerscourt Estate, House and Gardens. Stroll through the beautiful gardens and enjoy a tasty lunch. We then return to Dublin to check in to our hotel and have some free time to relax before a three-course dinner. (B,L,D)
Brooks Hotel, Dublin (2 nights)
DUBLIN & THE BOOK OF KELLS
Our tour today is the perfect way to explore the city, taking us to St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin Castle, City Hall, and Temple Bar. Our final stop of the morning is Trinity College to see the Book of Kells, an exquisite manuscript containing the four Gospels. After lunch, we visit the Guinness storehouse to discover what goes into making this iconic drink. The journey ends with a pint of Guinness and the best view in the city! Join us in the evening for a traditional meal that includes Irish folklore and live music. (B,L,D)
ADARE & KILLARNEY
This morning, a scenic drive brings us to Adare, often regarded as Ireland’s most picturesque village. Adare is steeped in history dating back to 1,200 AD and has been the subject of many rebellions and conquests, leaving a legacy of historical monuments. Following lunch, we continue to Killarney, where we check in to our hotel. (B,L,D)Great Southern Killarney (2 nights)
RING OF KERRY TOUR
Boasting secluded white-sand beaches and mountains shrouded in mist, the Ring of Kerry has earned its reputation as one of the most beautiful regions in Ireland. The scenic route passes through lively villages with bustling pubs and charming bookshops. A visit is not complete without seeing the village Bog and Sheep Dog Trials. Enjoy lunch at the Smugglers Inn, followed by free time in which to wander in the lovely village of Sneem. In the evening, enjoy a casual walk to dinner at Cellar One in Killarney. (B,L,D)
THE CLIFFS OF MOHER
The Burren is unlike any other place in Ireland, where enormous limestone pavements and vertical fissures create breathtaking views and mysterious atmosphere. Enjoy lunch with the Cassidy family, who have long family roots in the Burren. In the afternoon, we continue to the Cliffs of Moher for breathtaking views of the Aran Islands, Galway Bay, the Twelve Pins, and more. (B,L,D)
Galmont Hotel & Spa, Galway (2 nights)
KYLEMORE ABBEY TOUR
This morning, admire the spectacular coastal landscape of Connemara, situated at the very edge of Europe on the west coast of Ireland. It is surely one of the most beautiful, unspoiled places in Ireland. Then, tour Kylemore Abbey and the six-acre Victorian Walled Gardens. Our delicious farewell lunch, held at the splendid Renvyle House, is the perfect opportunity to share memories of our recent journey. Enjoy an evening at leisure and dinner in a restaurant of your choice. (B,L)
HOME
We bid our friends “na h-uile la gu math duit” (“may all your days be good”) and make our way to the airport for our flights home. Enjoy our private car to your home. (B)
B : Breakfast L : Lunch D : Dinner
The city of Edinburgh, one of the most famous cities in the UK, seems to revolve around its impressive castle, which towers over the city in all its regal splendor. Leading up to the castle is the Royal Mile, a bustling street along which you can visit quaint shops and a truly unique Scottish pub. Visit the Royal Yacht Britannia and wander through the elegant streets and cobbled alleys of the city, looking out every so often at the surrounding hills, lochs, and forests.
Cinematic sea views, secluded white-sand beaches, and mountains shrouded in mist have earned the Ring of Kerry a reputation as one of the most beautiful regions in Ireland. The scenic route carries you past stunning views of the sea and through lively villages with bustling pubs, charming bookshops, and pretty cafés. A visit is not complete without seeing the Kerry Bog Village and the Sheep Dog Trials. Then, after a hearty lunch at the Smugglers Inn, wander gently through the colourful village of Sneem.
It’s rare to find a mode of transportation as beautiful and iconic as the areas through which it travels. The Lord of the Highlands and its sister ship the Lord of the Glens are the only passenger vessel able to navigate the intricate waters of the Caledonian Canal and the sheltered waters of Scotland’s legendary lochs. Gaze across the haunting beauty of Loch Ness from the ship’s teak-clad viewing and promenade decks or disembark to explore castles steeped in myth. Wherever the stunning Lord of the Highlands goes, the spirit of Scotland is never far behind.
As the capital and largest city of Ireland, Dublin is full of hidden treasures to discover. From the modern Samuel Beckett Bridge to the historic Dublin Castle, this city’s diverse attractions are each infused with a unique flavour of Irish charm. A highlight of your trip is sure to be a visit to Powerscourt House and Gardens; originally a 13th-centruy castle, it was extensively renovated during the 18th century by German architect Richard Cassels. Before you leave, be sure to stop at one of the city’s characterful pubs for a scrumptious pint of Guinness.
