Ireland and Scotland B&B Adventure Upgrade
Chart your own course with open Bed & Breakfast vouchers
Dreaming of your own adventure in Ireland & Scotland? This 6, 8, or 10-night vacation split between both countries includes flights, rental cars, and accommodations in the Bed & Breakfasts of your choice! With this upgrade, enjoy multiple tours and admission to top attractions.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Edinburgh (EDI), out of Dublin (DUB)
- One-way flight from Edinburgh to Dublin – additional bag fees may apply
- Car rental in both countries for the duration of your stay
- 3 nights in your choice of Bed & Breakfasts in Scotland
- 3 nights in your choice of Bed & Breakfasts in Ireland
PLUS!
- Admission to the Blarney Castle
- Admission to the Kilkenny Castle
- Admission to Cliffs of Moher
- Secrets of the Royal Mile Walking Tour with Edinburgh Castle
Please Note: Room availability for winter travel is reduced in rural areas, as some B&B owners close for the winter season.
Great Ways to Explore
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Local hosts can provide you the inside scoops on your destination.
- Discover Edinburgh, Loch Ness, the Isle of Skye, and beyond!
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Sample a pint at the famous Temple Bar in Dublin.
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Bravely try some haggis. You just might love it.
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Visit the amazing Edinburgh Castle in Scotland- possibly enjoy a traditional Afternoon Tea!
Your adventure begins in beautiful, culture-rich Scotland when you land in Edinburgh, get your rental car, and check into your first quaint Bed & Breakfast. Scotland ranges from bustling cities, like Edinburgh and Glasgow, to breathtaking natural landscapes, like the Highlands and Loch Ness. Your car gives you the flexibility to visit at your own pace.
You probably won't want to leave Scotland, but Ireland will be waiting for you! Explore the green, rolling hills, and rich cities of this wonderful country. Stroll through Galway and have your breath taken away by the Cliffs of Moher in Clare -- make the experience your own!
The great thing about Bed & Breakfasts is that they are much more than just resting places. They are cozy, homey, often historic, and provide a genuine local experience. Friendly hosts are always there to greet you, guide you, and make sure your trip is all that you want it to be. They have the answers when you have questions about what to do, what to see, and where to go. Take advantage of these resources and fill your days will beauty and fun.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Edinburgh (EDI), out of Dublin (DUB)
- One-way flight from Edinburgh to Dublin – additional bag fees may apply
- Car rental in both countries for the duration of your stay
- 3 nights in your choice of Bed & Breakfasts in Scotland
- 3 nights in your choice of Bed & Breakfasts in Ireland
PLUS!
- Admission to the Blarney Castle
- Admission to the Kilkenny Castle
- Admission to Cliffs of Moher
- Secrets of the Royal Mile Walking Tour with Edinburgh Castle
Please Note: Room availability for winter travel is reduced in rural areas, as some B&B owners close for the winter season.
-
Local hosts can provide you the inside scoops on your destination.
- Discover Edinburgh, Loch Ness, the Isle of Skye, and beyond!
-
Sample a pint at the famous Temple Bar in Dublin.
-
Bravely try some haggis. You just might love it.
-
Visit the amazing Edinburgh Castle in Scotland- possibly enjoy a traditional Afternoon Tea!
Your adventure begins in beautiful, culture-rich Scotland when you land in Edinburgh, get your rental car, and check into your first quaint Bed & Breakfast. Scotland ranges from bustling cities, like Edinburgh and Glasgow, to breathtaking natural landscapes, like the Highlands and Loch Ness. Your car gives you the flexibility to visit at your own pace.
You probably won't want to leave Scotland, but Ireland will be waiting for you! Explore the green, rolling hills, and rich cities of this wonderful country. Stroll through Galway and have your breath taken away by the Cliffs of Moher in Clare -- make the experience your own!
The great thing about Bed & Breakfasts is that they are much more than just resting places. They are cozy, homey, often historic, and provide a genuine local experience. Friendly hosts are always there to greet you, guide you, and make sure your trip is all that you want it to be. They have the answers when you have questions about what to do, what to see, and where to go. Take advantage of these resources and fill your days will beauty and fun.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Edinburgh, Scotland!
Arrive in Edinburgh, collect your rental car, and check into your first bed and breakfast! These charming Bed & Breakfasts throughout Scotland will serve as your homes away from home for the next few nights.
You might want to choose a property near Edinburgh for (at least) your first night. This way, you can relax, settle in, and also see all that Edinburgh has to offer! Explore the city by foot and be sure to visit Holyrood Palace, Princes Street Gardens, Arthur's Seat, and Edinburgh's Old Town.
Check-in - Scotland B&Bs and Small Hotels
These Scotland B&Bs and Small Hotels give you the chance to stay in some of the most charming independently owned B&B’s and quintessentially Scottish small hotels and inns in some of the most picturesque locations in Scotland – so you feel like you’re staying in a special home away from home. The collection ranges from working farms and former vicarages to Victorian town houses and country homes, and each has been chosen for its character, charm and individuality - and of course for the warm welcome you are sure to receive. Each boasts comfortable accommodations and en-suite facilities, as well as an excellent, traditional breakfast – guaranteed to provide a truly memorable stay. Your voucher entitles you to your choice of Category 1 B&B or hotel. The B&Bs are mostly private homes, which provide breakfast but limited additional services; the small hotels typically provide access to additional food and bar services.
Upon purchase of your B&B vouchers, please visit the following website to determine what your accommodation options are in the area(s) you’ll be visiting, and where you would like to stay: www.circlehotels.co.uk. It is highly recommended that you request your accommodations as far in advance as possible (a minimum 45 days in advance), since the properties are small and availability is limited, especially in high season. Requests MUST be placed through the reservations office of The Circle, by email. If you book directly through the B&B or hotel, your voucher will not be honored, and you will be responsible for paying for your reservation directly to the B&B/Hotel. Is this were to happen, you will not be eligible for a refund of any unused vouchers. Please note: these vouchers can be redeemed for B&Bs offered by The Circle in England and Wales, as well.
When planning your itinerary, remember that B&Bs are generally not located in major city centers so you will want to expand your search to outside of the city proper. Please be advised that due to the size of the properties, if you are travelling in a group or with another reservation, The Circle might not be able to accommodate you at the same property and may require members of your group to stay in multiple properties or be flexible to an alternative property, which could accommodate your group.
Your voucher entitles you to properties at the Category 1 level. If you would like to upgrade to any of the higher-level B&B’s or hotels, you can do so at an additional supplement as follows, payable directly to The Circle at the time of confirmation:
Supplements for travel January – December 2024:
Voucher Plus B&B or Category 2 hotel - additional £10 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Voucher Premium B&B or Category 3 hotel - additional £20 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 4 - additional £30 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 5 - additional £40 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 6 - additional £50 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 7 - additional £60 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 8 - additional £70 per person/per night (based on double occupancy)
Category 9 - Price on Application**These supplements vary based on the location of the property, room type, and dates of stay. B&Bs/Hotels which fall under this category will be noted as POA (Price on Application) in The Circle’s online guide.
Please Note: Supplement fees paid directly to The Circle can only be charged via American Express, Visa or MasterCard.
Secrets of the Royal Mile Walking Tour with Edinburgh Castle
This 1.5 hour walking tour is the perfect introduction to Scotland’s capital. Discover an Edinburgh beyond the reach of tour buses and books. Your expert guide will take you to the places where history was made – the wynds, closes, courtyards and homes of Edinburgh’s Old Town. You’ll be hanging on your guide’s every word, as the true stories of the city’s past unfold. The characters? Think Mary Queen of Scots, David Hume, Adam Smith and Robert Burns. But you’ll go far beyond the well-known facts and faces – uncovering another side of the city, and Scotland’s past. From crime and culture to politics and everyday events, all Edinburgh life is here – expertly told by your local guide. At the conclusion of the walking tour you will continue on to Edinburgh Castle where your guide will walk you over the drawbridge to continue your history tour with a guided visit. The full walking tour of Edinburgh, including Edinburgh Castle, takes 2 hours and 15 minutes
Day 2. Scottish Bed & Breakfast
You might want to keep your urban spirit going and head west to the hip city of Glasgow, Scotland's largest city. A bunch of hot spots there include Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Pollok Country Park, Buchanan Street, and the Necropolis. Glasgow is renowned for its shopping, music, artistic culture, and friendliness.
Take a drive south and visit the historically beautiful Melrose Abbey and Culzean Castle, using your explorer pass!
Day 3. Scottish Bed & Breakfast
Head north today and explore the vast beauty of Inverness. Along the way, break up the drive and stop in cultural Perth, Dundee, and/or St. Andrews. Once you get up to Inverness, check out the River Ness, Fort George, and the many castles, museums, and galleries in the area. Be sure to use your explorer pass and explore the historic Culzean Castle!
If only for a day, it might be fun to give in to the myth of "Nessie," the famous monster of Loch Ness. Visit the most famous of all Scottish Lochs - explore and let your imagination run wild!
Day 4. Edinburgh - Dublin, Ireland
Say "see ya' later" to Scotland and say "hello" to Ireland! As soon as you collect your rental car at Dublin Airport, you'll be off to explore Ireland at your own pace! Not only will you see all of the Irish sights you've dreamed about, but staying in Bed & Breakfasts along the way will give you an authentic feel for how the Irish really live - don't be afraid to talk to the locals!
For your first night, you might want to stay somewhere near Dublin, such as the old city of Drogheda just north. For more mountainous countryside, check out the Wicklow Mountains National Park, just south of Dublin.
Fly to Dublin!
Check-in - Ireland Bed and Breakfast
Staying in an Ireland Bed and Breakfast offers travelers the complete flexibility of creating their own itinerary. You must select your accommodations ahead of time. To ensure the best availability, it's recommended that you pre-book your B&Bs as far in advance as possible. Enjoy your choice of accommodations from small towns to quaint villages to countryside manors.
All Irish B&B's pride themselves on providing their guests with a fresh, home-cooked breakfast each morning and quality accommodations that cater to every need. Draw on the local knowledge, personal touch and warm welcome of your Irish hosts. Learn about all the best local restaurants, pubs, shops, attractions and activities. Your hosts specialize in the best services available from golf to walking tours of the area, to adventure breaks and much more.
Why Stay in a B&B?
- Most bed and breakfasts are owned by the B&B operators themselves, who usually live on the premises. It's natural to expect that B&B operators who live in their own B&B's will bring a different perspective to the job.
- At B&B's, "customers" are truly guests, and it shows. The B&B owners will gladly help you find the best restaurant in town, the best pubs, point you to the best tourist attractions and local amenities and much much more. Many B&B's depend on word-of-mouth recommendations.
Combine those two factors and it's easy to see why B&B owners go out of their way to make sure your stay provides some great memories of Ireland.
*B&B check-in is between 3:00pm and 6:00pm..
Blarney Castle
Blarney Castle was built nearly six hundred years ago by one of Ireland's greatest chieftains, Cormac MacCarthy, and has been attracting attention beyond Munster ever since.
Over the last few hundred years, millions have flocked to Blarney, making it a world landmark and one of Ireland's greatest treasures. Now that might have something to do with the Blarney Stone, the legendary Stone of Eloquence, found at the top of the Tower. Kiss it and you'll never again be lost for words.
Kilkenny Castle Admission & Self-Guided Tour
Few buildings in Ireland can boast a longer history of continuous occupation than Kilkenny Castle. Founded soon after the Norman conquest of Ireland, it has been rebuilt, extended and adapted to suit changing circumstances and uses over a period of 800 years. Remodeled in Victorian times, this former principal seat of the Butler family, Marquesses and Dukes of Ormonde is a grand country house set on 50 acres of rolling parkland, with mature trees and an abundance of wildlife. It also features a formal terraced rose garden, woodlands and a man-made lake, as well as a tearoom and the Butler Art Gallery, which mounts frequently changing exhibitions of contemporary art.
Cliffs Of Moher Admission
See Ireland's most visited sea cliffs; these dramatic cliffs rise over 700 ft above sea level and offer some of the most breathtaking coastal views.
On a clear day, see as far as the Aran Islands! Take a leisurely stroll along the guided path, climb the castle at the top of the hill, or see how many different species of birds you can spot - you may even see a puffin or two!
Day 5. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
Take advantage of having a car in Ireland and drive to breathtaking Killarney - a beautiful destination chock full of scenic landscapes, castles, cathedrals, and, most importantly, B&Bs! Hike to the Ring of Kerry, Muckross Lake, and Lough Leane in Killarney National Park.
Another idea is the quaint, colorful city of Cork. You'll be greeted by friendly locals, old-world charm, and tons of shops and restaurants. Get lost in the Old English Market, gawk at the beauty of St. Fin Barre's Cathedral, and stroll through St. Patrick Street. Head slightly east and spend some time in the charming Cobh Harbour!
Day 6. Ireland Bed & Breakfast
Just slightly north, you'll find Waterford, a seaport in Ireland's oldest city! Waterford marries well-preserved history and modern luxury to create a fabulous, culture-rich destination.
Its pedestrian-friendly streets are lined with shops, traditional Irish pubs, restaurants, and more. You might want to stop by the famous house and factory of Waterford Crystal - now that's a souvenir shop! The Viking Triangle, Comeragh Drive, Waterford Greenway, and abundance of towers and cathedrals are all worth checking out!
Day 7. Depart Ireland
Say goodbye to Ireland, for now, and depart from Dublin Airport.