Day 1
day 1 ARRIVE DUBLIN, IRELAND
Arrival at Dublin’s airport. Transfer to your hotel and check-in. Overnight at your hotel in Dublin.
Day 2
day 2 DUBLIN – CLIFFS OF MOHER – GALWAY – DUBLIN
Breakfast at your hotel, before heading off for a full-day excursion by coach to Galway and Cliffs of Moher. Galway is a vibrant coastal Atlantic city with a great seafaring tradition. Cross the limestone plateau of The Burren to visit the spectacular 700-foot high rugged coastal Cliffs of Moher, spread across a 5-mile stretch. Also visit Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience, a state-of-the-art visitor center with engaging exhibits. Later, return to Dublin for overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 3
day 3 DUBLIN SIGHTSEEING - WHISKEY EXPERIENCE
Breakfast at your hotel, followed by
some Leisure time
to perhaps explore a local market. Later in the afternoon, join a guided walking tour starting at Trinity College. Stroll along the cobbled alleyways and learn about Dublin’s medieval past. Tour passes by the old Irish Parliament and into Temple Bar, the former port and historic ‘cultural quarter’ of the city. Then make a stop at River Liffey, before heading off to explore Dublin Castle. Evening is dedicated to titillating your taste & olfactory senses. Ireland being home to famous Irish Whiskey, calls for learning about its origins and of course tasting. Visit an Irish Whiskey Museum to learn through exhibits about the finer aspects of harvesting grains, distilling and maturing whiskey in casks. Round off the experience with a whiskey tasting session. Later, return to your hotel for overnight stay.
Day 4
day 4 DUBLIN – BELFAST (BY TRAIN) - TITANIC WALKING TOUR
Breakfast at your hotel. Collect your luggage and head to the train station to catch your train to Belfast. On arrival in Belfast, transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon head out for a walking tour to explore the history behind the grandeur of the Titanic - from its design to its ill-fated maiden voyage In 1912. See where the designs were made and go 44 feet down to the floor of the massive dry-dock where the Titanic was constructed. Also, see a battleship from WWI. Later return to your hotel or explore some parts of Belfast on your own and round-off the evening with a visit to a local pub to experience authentic Irish stout beer. Return to your hotel for overnight stay.
Day 5
day 5 BELFAST – GIANT'S CAUSEWAY – BELFAST
Breakfast at your hotel, followed by an excursion by minivan to Giant’s Causeway - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A baffling national landmark admired for its intriguing, hexagonal-shaped stones. Hear insider gossip about the popular TV series Game of Thrones that was shot around this location. Capture photographs at the place where Arya Stark dressed as a boy to escape the king. At Larrybane Quarry, recognize famous backdrops from the show’s stunning scenery. Explore the caves in which Melisandre of Asshai gave birth to her ‘shadow baby.’ After your fill on Game on Thrones, head back to Belfast for overnight stay in your hotel.
Day 6
day 6 BELFAST TO EDINBURGH BY FLIGHT
Breakfast at hotel. Depending on the flight timing, transfer to the airport to catch your flight to Edinburgh. On arrival at Edinburgh airport, transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at your hotel in Edinburgh.
Day 7
day 7 EDINBURGH - SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS - LOCH NESS
A slightly early breakfast at hotel, as today you visit the Scottish Highlands and dabble in famous folklore on an exciting excursion by mini-coach. Pass by a castle and monument, before arriving at Glencoe and exploring the famous Cairngorms National Park. Take in spectacular views of the Scottish Highlands enroute to Loch Ness, where you can try your luck spotting the famous monster - Nessie. Return to your hotel for overnight stay.
Day 8
day 8 EDINBURGH - CASTLE
Breakfast at hotel, followed by a walking tour of Edinburgh Castle with skip-the-line access. Visit the Royal Mile, National War Museum, and St. Margaret's Chapel. Learn about the bloody battles and invasions that took place here over the centuries. If you choose you can stay longer and continue exploring at your own pace. Rest for the day at leisure, for soaking in the Scottish ambiance. Return to your hotel for overnight stay.
Day 9
day 9 EDINBURGH TO LONDON BY FLIGHT
Breakfast at hotel. Depending on the flight timing, transfer to the airport to catch your flight to London. On arrival in London, transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Head to a traditional British pub and relish fish ‘n’ chips along with some bitter (beer). Overnight at your hotel in London.
Day 10
day 10 LONDON SIGHTSEEING
Breakfast at hotel, followed by a full-day coach tour of London. See the iconic Big Ben and Houses of Parliament,
and get an opportunity to be clicked yourself at Westminster Abbey, where Prince William and Kate Middleton were married in a grand ceremony in 2011. Visit Trafalgar Square to see Nelson’s Column, before heading to the Buckingham Palace to witness the famous “Changing of the Guard” ceremony. After watching the iconic ceremony, it’ll be time for lunch. Tuck in too much – head for a guided tour of St. Paul's Cathedral (with fast-track entry). Later visit the Tower of London -the medieval prison-fortress that stands on the north banks of the Thames River. Before your tour ends, receive a complimentary ticket for a sightseeing cruise on the Thames River, from the Tower of London to Westminster Pier. Option to upgrade to include a ticket for the London Eye to be used that evening. Later, return to your hotel for overnight stay.
Day 11
day 11 LONDON DEPARTURE
Enjoy a morning cup of tea, like the British, alongwith breakfast at the hotel. Depending on the flight timing, transfer to the airport to catch your return flight.