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Luxury Awaits – Where Heritage Meets Excellence

Embark on an extraordinary, hosted journey through Ireland and Scotland — a celebration of culture, cuisine, and timeless beauty. This exclusive 21-day experience blends five-star comfort, authentic encounters, and private access to some of the Celtic Isles’ most enchanting destinations.

Hosted by Neelam Dwivedi, Manager, Maritime Travel

With over 23 years in the travel industry, Neelam Dwivedi is an award-winning luxury travel expert renowned for crafting and escorting extraordinary journeys across all seven continents. Her passion for exploration and bespoke service has taken her from the Amazon to Antarctica, creating unforgettable experiences for discerning travellers. Warm, worldly, and endlessly curious, Neelam brings elegance, expertise, and genuine connection to every adventure she leads.

May 2-22, 2026

Travel: 21 Days
Accommodations: 20 Nights
Meals: Curated dining experiences
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Investment: from $23,339* CAD per person. Solo traveller pricing available upon request. Terms and conditions below.

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Highlights of Distinction

  • Explore Ireland & Scotland’s most storied cities, castles, and coastlines
  • Enjoy exclusive private experiences — from falconry to whisky blending
  • Cruise Loch Lomond and Loch Ness and marvel at the Cliffs of Moher and Giant’s Causeway
  • Stay in handpicked luxury hotels and castles, each rich in character and charm
  • Experience bespoke moments such as: Jameson Sisters Experience, A&B Private Walking Tours in Dublin, Private guide in Edinburgh, Galway Evening Food Tour
  • And much more — every detail curated for those who seek travel beyond expectation

Signature Inclusions

  • Private airport transfers in Ireland and Scotland
  • Luxury coach and professional driver services throughout
  • 40 exceptional meals — including gourmet breakfasts and multi-course dinners featuring local flavours
  • All admissions and expertly guided tours included
  • Authentic local encounters — Irish baking, falconry, oyster tasting, whisky blending, and bagpiping
  • Accommodations in Ireland and Scotland’s most iconic and historic properties
  • Personalized itinerary planning, coordination, and 24/7 on-tour assistance

Highlights of Distinction

  • Explore Ireland & Scotland’s most storied cities, castles, and coastlines
  • Enjoy exclusive private experiences — from falconry to whisky blending
  • Cruise Loch Lomond and Loch Ness and marvel at the Cliffs of Moher and Giant’s Causeway
  • Stay in handpicked luxury hotels and castles, each rich in character and charm
  • Experience bespoke moments such as: Jameson Sisters Experience, A&B Private Walking Tours in Dublin, Private guide in Edinburgh, Galway Evening Food Tour
  • And much more — every detail curated for those who seek travel beyond expectation

Signature Inclusions

  • Private airport transfers in Ireland and Scotland
  • Luxury coach and professional driver services throughout
  • 40 exceptional meals — including gourmet breakfasts and multi-course dinners featuring local flavours
  • All admissions and expertly guided tours included
  • Authentic local encounters — Irish baking, falconry, oyster tasting, whisky blending, and bagpiping
  • Accommodations in Ireland and Scotland’s most iconic and historic properties
  • Personalized itinerary planning, coordination, and 24/7 on-tour assistance

Itinerary at a glance

  • Day 1

     

    Dublin

    Arrive in Dublin and transfer to The Wilder Townhouse. Enjoy a welcome dinner and time to relax.

  • Day 2

     

    Dublin

    Private walking tour including Trinity College & the Book of Kells; visit the Guinness Storehouse.

  • Day 3

    Down-open Down-open

    Dublin to Belfast

    Travel north for a guided Belfast city tour and visit the Titanic Belfast Experience.

  • Day 4

     

    Belfast

    Discover the Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, and the Dark Hedges.

  • Day 5

     

    Belfast to Donegal

    Join a traditional Irish baking workshop and enjoy a private tour of Derry City before arriving at Lough Eske Castle.

  • Day 6

     

    Donegal to Galway

    Visit Sean’s Bar and Clonmacnoise en route to Galway. Enjoy a private evening food tour of the city.

  • Day 7

     

    Galway & Connemara

    Explore Galway and the scenic Connemara region, visit Kylemore Abbey and a working oyster farm.

  • Day 8

     

    Galway to Killarney

    See the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren before arriving in Killarney for dinner and overnight.

  • Day 9

     

    Killarney & Dingle

    Enjoy a private falconry session, visit Dingle Crystal, and travel by jaunting car to a unique dinner setting.

  • Day 10

     

    Killarney to Cork

    Drive the Ring of Kerry before continuing to Cork for dinner and overnight at The Montenotte.

  • Day 11

     

    Cork to Dublin

    Private visit to Tourin House & Gardens with the Jameson Sisters and tour the Irish National Stud & Gardens.

  • Day 12

     

    Depart Ireland & Arrive in Scotland

    Transfer to Dublin Airport for your flight to Glasgow.

    Arrive in Glasgow, enjoy a city walking tour and bagpiping lesson at the National Piping Centre.

  • Day 13

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    Loch Lomond

    Cruise the serene waters of Loch Lomond and enjoy the surrounding landscapes.

  • Day 14

     

    Glasgow to Perthshire

    Visit Stirling Castle and tour St. Andrews before overnighting at Fonab Castle.

  • Day 15

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    Balmoral & Royal Deeside

    Tour Balmoral Castle and witness a sheepdog demonstration in the Cairngorms.

  • Day 16

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    Perthshire to Inverness

    Visit Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns before arriving in Inverness.

  • Day 17

     

    Loch Ness

    Explore Urquhart Castle and enjoy a scenic Loch Ness cruise.

  • Day 18

     

    Inverness to Edinburgh

    Tour Cawdor Castle and enjoy a private whisky blending experience at Glenfiddich Distillery.

  • Day 19

     

    Edinburgh

    Private walking tour of Edinburgh including Edinburgh Castle.

  • Day 20

     

    Edinburgh

    Visit the Royal Yacht Britannia and enjoy a farewell dinner in the city.

  • Day 21

    Down-open Down-open

    Departure

    Private transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Detailed Itinerary

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  • Private Airport Transfer to Wilder Townhouse (Two Transfers)
  • Welcome to Ireland! Upon arrival to Dublin airport, you will be greeted by your private driver. Once together, you will be transferred to Wilder Townhouse for the night. Have the rest of the day to acclimatize to the new time zone.
  • Welcome Dinner at Restaurant (Meal & Drink)
  • Overnight in Double Room at The Wilder Townhouse
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Private Walking Tour of Dublin City (with Book of Kells)
  • Guinness Storehouse Experience – Self guided
  • After breakfast, meet your guide for a private walking tour of Dublin’s top spots, exploring its history, culture, and landmarks. The tour ends at Trinity College, where another expert guide will introduce you to the Book of Kells. In the afternoon, head to the iconic Guinness Storehouse for a self-guided experience. Discover the history and craft behind one of the world’s most famous beers as you explore the interactive exhibits. End your visit with a pint at the Gravity Bar, where sweeping views of Dublin stretch out before you from the very top.
  • Dinner at Restaurant (Meal & Drink)
  • Overnight in Double Room at The Wilder Townhouse
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Titanic Museum – Admission
  • This morning, you will depart Dublin and travel up North to the city of Belfast. Here, you will meet your local guide at the lobby of your hotel to discover the city of Belfast with a political & historical tour. History fills the streets of Belfast through well preserved architecture and striking murals, and as you discover this industrial city, you will immediately notice notable attractions of that era such as City Hall, the once leaning Albert Clock, the Markets and the Grand Opera House. Your guide will talk you through the historical turmoil that this city has faced and highlight visible scars from this time.  Your tour will end at the Titanic Experience Belfast – the very place where Titanic was designed, built and launched. Titanic Belfast tells the story of Titanic from her conception, through her construction and launch, to her maiden voyage and subsequent place in history. Have then the rest of the day at your leisure.
  • Dinner at Hotel (Meal & Drink)
  • Overnight in Classic King/Twin at Grand Central Hotel Belfast
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Giant’s Causeway | National Trust – Admission
  • Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge – Admissions
  • Today, you will get to experience some of the famous gems of Northern Ireland such as Dunluce Castle, the Giant’s Causeway and Carrick-a-rede Rope Bridge. Your journey back to Belfast will include a stop at the Dark Hedges, with its natural archway of intertwined trees. This road is one of Northern Ireland’s most photographed locations.
  • Dinner at Hotel (Meal & Drink)
  • Overnight in Classic King/Twin at Grand Central Hotel Belfast
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Today, you will meet your driver at the hotel and get ready to depart for Derry. Along the way, you’ll enjoy a visit traditional Irish baking workshop at Tracey’s Farmhouse for a delightful hands-on experience offering a taste of local culture and hospitality. After the baking workshop, you will make your way to Derry, where you will do a tour of the city and have lunch. Once you arrive, you will be greeted by a local guide, who will give you a private walking tour of the Derry City. After the tour and lunch, you will make your way to your next hotel, Lough Eske Castle.
  • Private Irish Baking Workshop in local farmhouse
  • Private Tour of Derry City
  • Dinner at Hotel (Meal & Drink)
  • Overnight in Double Room at Lough Eske Castle
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Private Evening Walking Food Tour of Galway City
  • After a delicious Irish breakfast, you will have the morning free to enjoy the facilities at the castle. Once you check-out, you will be departing Donegal and travelling to Galway city. Along the way, you will be taking a slight detour to Athlone where you will visit the oldest bar in Ireland, Sean’s Bar. You will also visit one of Irelands oldest monastic sites, Clonmacnoise. In the late afternoon, arrive to Galway city and check into your hotel, where you will meet your food guide at the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a Galway food tour, where you’ll taste local specialties that reflect the region’s history, culture, and traditions. Experience Irish cuisine as a way to truly connect with the destination.
  • Clonmacnoise – Admissions
  • Overnight in Classic King/Twin at The Hardiman
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • After another delicious Irish breakfast, you will meet your local guide to learn about this charming city with a private walking tour. Although Galway is the fourth largest city in Ireland, it has retained much of its small-town character and is home to many artists, writers and artisans. In the afternoon, you will head out to the Connemara region to visit Kylemore Abbey or hike the rugged landscape. Connemara is the area of Western Galway and South Mayo bounded by the Atlantic and Lough Corrib. It is an area beloved by artists and poets who find magical inspiration in its wide-open bogs and towering cloud-capped mountains. Cottages nestle into hillsides where wild looking sheep with thick fleeces and great curling horns freely graze. The rugged coastline is punctuated with little fishing villages. There, you will also take the time to visit a working oyster farm to see how oysters are grown over a three-year period from seed to plate. Enjoy the taste of a Connemara Oyster fresh from the waters of Ballinakill Bay and sip on Guinness or wine at a local pub. You will return to Galway city after and enjoy dinner together.
  • Dinner at Hotel (Meal & Drink)
  • Private Oysters Farm Tour (approx. 1 hour)
  • Kylemore Abbey – Admissions
  • Overnight in Classic King/Twin at The Hardiman
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Cliffs of Moher – Admission
  • Dinner at Hotel (Meal & Drink)
  • Today, head to the Cliffs of Moher, one of the most beautiful and iconic places in Ireland—definitely a must-see. From here, you will continue to explore Burren National Park before making your way to Killarney for the next two nights.
  • Overnight in Classic King/Twin at Great Southern Killarney
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Private Falconry Session in Dingle
  • Leaving Killarney behind today, you will first head to Dingle and the Dingle Peninsula, to explore with your driver-guide. You will enjoy a private Falconry Experience in Dingle overlooking the bay today. From here, you will head to Dingle Crystal for a public tour. Once you arrive back to your hotel, you will have time to freshen up before you all get collected at Great Southern by your Jaunting Car for a private dinner experience in a unique setting!
  • Private Jaunting Car to Unique Dinner Setting (Meal Included)
  • Public Tour of Dingle Crystal
  • Overnight in Classic King/Twin at Great Southern Killarney
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Dinner at Hotel (Meal & One Drink)
  • Today you will check out of your hotel and be collected by your driver guide and start exploring the stunning Ring of Kerry. Considered one of the most beautiful destinations to explore in Ireland. The Ring of Kerry offers dramatic landscapes of wild rugged coastline, golden beaches, glistening lakes, picturesque villages and spectacular mountain ranges. You will then proceed to Cork city for the next night.
  • Overnight in Double Room at The Montenotte
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Private Guided Tour of the Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens approx. 1-1.15hrs
  • Tour further south to Cork today, where you will enjoy a very special private visit at Tourin House and Gardens – home to the Jameson family, of Irish Whiskey fame. You will be welcomed to Tourin by one of the three Jameson Sisters who are the 9th generation of the family. Here where history meets the present day, enjoy a tour of their home and gardens, along with coffee/tea and of course a glass of Jameson Whiskey. Once finished, you will the Irish National Stud for a private guided tour of the stud farm. Here, you will learn about the significance of horse racing and breeding in Ireland, a small country that is nonetheless a world leader in this field. Afterward, you’ll continue to your next accommodation at Wilder Townhouse. You will have the remainder of the day free with dinner.
  • Dinner at Restaurant (Meal & Drink)
  • Private Morning Visit to the Jameson Sister
  • Overnight in Double Room at The Wilder Townhouse
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Today you will be departing Ireland and travelling to Glasgow via Dublin Airport (flights not included)
  • Departing Airport Transfer to Dublin Airport
  • Private Walking Tour of Glasgow City
  • Welcome to Scotland! You will be greeted by your driver at Glasgow Airport and transferred to your hotel. Once you arrive, you will check into your hotel and freshen up for the walking tour of Glasgow. Discover the city’s rich culture, stunning architecture, and lively neighborhoods, or venture out to nearby attractions for a perfect blend of urban and natural beauty. After, will visit the National Piping Centre you will where you will enjoy a demonstration and lesson with a renowned piper, and the opportunity to try the bagpipes yourself. Have the rest of the evening free to enjoy your first night in Glasgow.
  • Bagpiping Session at the National Piping Centre
  • Dinner at Hotel (Meal & One Drink)
  • Overnight in Premium King/Twin Room at Blythswood Square
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Dinner at Hotel (Meal & One Drink)
  • Luss Circular Cruise (90 minutes)
  • Today, you will be exploring the Loch Lomond National Park and enjoy a scenic cruise. Relax on board and enjoy our live commentary with tales from the loch and insights into the history and geology of this part of Loch Lomond. We’ll sail past the famous ‘Narrows’ a narrow winding stretch of water which separates Inchconnachan and Inchtavannach Islands.
  • Overnight in Premium King/Twin Room at Blythswood Square
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Dinner at Hotel (Meal & One Drink)
  • Stirling Castle – Admission
  • Private Walking Tour of Saint Andrews
  • Depart Glasgow via Stirling. Stirling Castle was the key to the kingdom of Scotland, dominating a vast volcanic rock above the river Forth at the meeting point between Lowlands and Highlands. Its origins are ancient and over the centuries it grew into a great royal residence and a powerful stronghold. After Stirling Castle, you will visit the home of Golf, Saint Andrews. Here, you will have a private walking tour of the town and courses. Once finished, you will check into your next hotel, Fonab Castle.
  • Overnight in Double Room at Fonab Castle
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Dinner at Hotel (Meal & One Drink)
  • Balmoral Castle – Admission
  • This day you will be driving up to visit the Balmoral Castle, it is the Scottish holiday home to the Royal Family. Enjoy a relaxing walk down the gardens and surrounding areas. You can also make your way into the Balmoral War memorial, and the Victorian village of Ballater. It sits in the heart of Royal Deeside, Scotland at the eastern gateway to the Cairngorms National Park, making it one of Scotland’s most scenic visitor spots. From here, you will visit a local sheep farmer for a Sheepdog Demonstration.
  • Sheepdog Demonstration – Cairngorms National Park
  • Overnight in Double Room at Fonab Castle
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Dinner at Hotel (Meal & One Drink)
  • Culloden Battlefield – admission
  • After breakfast, meet your driver-guide at the lobby of the hotel and start exploring the surrounding areas. Make your way to the Culloden Battlefield, to see the location of one of the biggest battles in Scottish history. Visit Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns, which are the inspiration for Outlander and fascinating sites in themselves. In the afternoon you will have the remainder of the day free to explore Inverness.
  • Overnight in Classic King at Ness Walk
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Dinner at Hotel (Meal & One Drink)
  • Urquhart Castle – Admission
  • Public Cruise of Loch Ness (Approx. 1-hour)
  • After breakfast this morning, you will travel along the infamous Loch Ness. You will make two stops here today, the first at Urquhart Castle. Formerly one of the largest castles in Scotland, it now sits in ruins on Loch Ness. The second stop will be in the town of Fort Augustus, where you will join a cruise of Loch Ness. Be sure to keep an eye out for Nessie, the mythical monster said to patrol the banks and depths of the Loch. From here continue back to Inverness.
  • Overnight in Classic King at Ness Walk
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Dinner at Hotel (Meal & One Drink)
  • Today, you will be driven to the beautiful Cawdor Castle and its gorgeous gardens! The name may be recognizable from William Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Shakespeare himself visited Cawdor Castle. Learn of the Castle’s link to one of Shakespeare’s darkest tragedies with a private tour of the Castle and Gardens. After, you will be driven for the afternoon tour at the Glenfiddich Distillery. This in-depth tour will allow enthusiasts to discover the true art of whisky making. Following your distillery tour, visit warehouse 8, home to our unique Solera process and discover what makes our 15 year old such an exceptional dram. The next part of the Solera journey is the Malt Master’s Blending Room to enjoy a tasting of four cask-strength 15-year-old samples. You will also have the unique opportunity to step into our Malt Master Brian Kinsman’s role – preparing your very own version of Glenfiddich 15 year old by combining different cask samples together. Guests will be able to bottle a small sample of their own creation to keep. After this you will be driven to Edinburgh for the next three nights.
  • Tour of Cawdor Castle & Garden
  • The Glenfiddich Malt Master Tour – Public Tour (2.5 Hours approximately)
  • Overnight in Wee Double at Nira Caledonia
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Dinner at Hotel (Meal & One Drink)
  • After breakfast, you will be met in the lobby by your specialist local guide. Enjoy a private guided walking tour of Edinburgh, where you will get an unrivalled insight into the history and architecture of the city, all while your guide showcases some of its highlights and hidden gems. This will include a private guided tour of Edinburgh Castle. Enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure.
  • Private Walking Tour of Edinburgh City with Edinburgh Castle
  • Overnight in Wee Double at Nira Caledonia
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Royal Yacht Britannia -admissions (self guided tour)
  • Start your day with a visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia. You will have return transfers included. The Royal Yacht was home to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family for over 40 years, sailing over 1,000,000 miles around the world. Now berthed in Edinburgh, you can follow in the footsteps of Royalty to discover the heart and soul of this most special of Royal residences, or even walk through Arthur’s Seat, the highest point in Edinburgh, and enjoy the views of the city.
  • Farwell Dinner at Restaurant
  • Private Return Transfers to Royal Yacht Britannia
  • Overnight in Wee Double at Nira Caledonia
  • Breakfast at hotel
  • Private Airport Transfer to Edinburgh/Glasgow Airport
  • Today you will all be departing Scotland via Glasgow/Edinburgh Airport

Accomodations

The Wilder Townhouse

The Wilder Townhouse is a resident’s only, luxury boutique hotel located in the centre of Dublin.

Grand Central Hotel Belfast

Luxury at the Heart of Belfast — The Hotel Is Perfectly Placed For Every City Centre Endeavour – From Business To Leisure.

Lough Eske Castle

Lough Eske Castle offers an enticing range of accommodation, providing guests with a memorable, relaxing and supremely comfortable stay in Donegal, Ireland.

The Hardiman

An iconic Galway landmark with an intriguing history. Standing proudly on the famous Eyre Square since 1852, The Hardiman Hotel offers generous hospitality.

Great Southern Killarney

Award Winning Hotel in Killarney.

The Montenotte

A luxury Urban Resort in Cork City. The Montenotte, an iconic Cork Hotel with boutique rooms, apartments, suites, spa, pool, cinema & views. Experience Luxury at Our Urban Resort in Cork City

Blythswood Square

Located in the heart of Glasgow city centre, Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel offers guests sophisticated style and heartfelt service.

Fonab Castle

All 42 bedrooms at Fonab Castle Hotel are luxuriously appointed. Every room is bespoke in design, from traditional castle rooms to our contemporary lodges.

Ness Walk

Luxury 5 Star Hotel‎ — Stay in luxury at Ness Walk Hotel and experience unrivalled service and facilities. Nestled on the banks of the River Ness in the Inverness City Centre.

Nira Caledonia

Beautiful Boutique Hotel Perfectly Placed For Exploring The History & Culture Of Edinburgh

Curated by Adams & Butler – A Virtuoso Partner

We are proud to collaborate with Adams & Butler, one of our trusted Virtuoso partners, to curate this exclusive journey through Ireland and Scotland.

Virtuoso is a global network specializing in luxury and experiential travel, connecting discerning travelers with the world’s finest advisors and travel providers.

Adams & Butler is a renowned destination management company recognized for creating exceptional, tailor-made experiences throughout Ireland, the UK, and beyond. Their bespoke itineraries include private castle stays, whiskey tastings with local experts, and immersive encounters with the people and places that make these lands so extraordinary.

Featured in Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes, and Virtuoso Life, Adams & Butler crafts journeys that go beyond the ordinary revealing the heart and soul of each destination with authenticity, elegance, and seamless service.

With Adams & Butler, you don’t just visit Ireland and Scotland—you truly experience them.

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This is a limited and exclusive private journey – space is limited. I’d love for you to be part of this once in a lifetime experience!

Neelam Dwivedi

Terms and conditions: Price is ‘almost all-inclusive’ per person in CAD, based on double occupancy. Inclusions are as per the itinerary. Complimentary gratuities are included for the main driver/tour director; gratuities for local guides are not included.  Deposit & Final Payment:Non-refundable deposit: $7,000 CAD per person at time of booking to guarantee reservation. Intra-air from Dublin to Glasgow included. Airfare is subject to change (based on lowest current rate). Final payment due: January 16, 2026. Travel insurance is mandatory. A valid passport is required. International airfare is extra and can be quoted separately. Please ask your Advisor for a full list of terms and conditions. A minimum of 20 guests is required to guarantee the hosted escort. Travel insurance is mandatory for all travellers, whether purchased independently or through Maritime Travel. This ensures your security and peace of mind throughout your journey. BCCP #: 51190.

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