DAY 1: SINGAPORE ✈ EDINBURGH / *GLASGOW

Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to [Edinburgh], the capital of Scotland.

*Departure with Emirates only

DAY 2: *GLASGOW - EDINBURGH

(CHINESE DINNER)

Upon arrival, journey to [Edinburg’s Old Town] - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit [Royal Mile], a charming historic thoroughfare that now houses a colourful mix of shops, cafes and attractions. Later, make a stop at the elegant [Palace of Holyroodhouse], official residence of the monarch of the United Kingdom in Scotland today. Later, adjourn to [New Town], and navigate through its orderly streets while admiring the beautifully-preserved Georgian architecture. No visit to Edinburgh is complete without a visit to [Edinburgh Castle] which has been involved in many historical conflicts from the Wars of Scottish Independence. If time permits, you may want to venture up to the highest parts of Edinburg Castle’s structure and be overwhelmed by the spectacular views of Edinburgh. 

DAY 3: EDINBURGH - STIRLING - LOCH LOMOND - GLASGOW

(BREAKFAST/DINNER)

Today, proceed to [Stirling Castle] – centre of art, culture and celebrity in the 16th century. However, the incredible Renaissance architecture hides a long and turbulent past. It has close links to famous Scots like William Wallace, Robert the Bruce and Mary Queen of Scots, who was crowned here in 1543. Thereafter, enjoy a “wee dram” with a tour at the [Deanston Whisky Distillery]. See how the award-winning Deanston single malt Scotch whisky is made and join  experienced tour guides on a journey through time, taking you back to its past as a cotton mill and through to its place at the top table of single malt Scotch Whisky. Make a stop for lunch (at own expense) in the bustling tourist town of [Callander]. Then, admire the charms of the [Loch Lomond] from cruise ride being globally renowned for its natural beauty, history and tranquillity. Continue to [Glasgow] for our overnight stay.

DAY 4: GLASGOW - BELFAST

(BREAKFAST/DINNER)

This morning, we will drive passing [Robert Burns’ cottage] and his monument at [Alloway]. Arrive Stranraer for our ferry to Belfast in Northern Ireland. Our cruise takes us past the [Isle of Ailsa Craig], known as the stepping stone from Ireland to Scotland. On arrival in [Belfast], join an orientation tour of central Belfast to see prominent buildings, political murals and the docks where the RMS Titanic was built in 1912. Visit the magnificent [Titanic Belfast], a state-of-the-art attraction which will fill you in on information about this iconic liner.

*Note: During the winter season, Nov – Dec, due to limitations of the ferry schedule, we reserve the right to change the ferry to flight from Glasgow to Dublin at an additional charge.

DAY 5: BELFAST - CAUSEWAY COAST - DUBLIN

(BREAKFAST/CHINESE DINNER)

Drive north along the [Nine Glens of Antrim], one of Ireland’s popular scenic routes to discover lovely views of mountains, valleys and coastline. This area is where many scenes from the “Game of Thrones” series were filmed. You might take an option to [The Causeway Coast Discovery Centre] for tea with scones. Apart from this, local will play the tin whistle then find out what a Céilidh Dance is! Thereafter, stop at the [Giant’s Causeway], hexagonal columns formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago. The different rock formations have spawned a number of

legends about the mythical giant, Finn McCool. If time permits, photo stop at [The Dark Hedges] before transfer to Dublin for our overnight stay.

DAY 6: DUBLIN - GALWAY - LIMERICK

(BREAKFAST/DINNER)

This morning, we start our city tour in [Dublin] which brings us to the [Trinity College], the oldest and most prestigious college in Ireland which was established in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I. If time permits, you may want to take a walk round the courtyard and to the Library. Then, continue to [St Patrick’s Cathedral] which was founded in 1191, largest church in Ireland, followed by a photo stop at [Phoenix Park] and the [Georgian Square]. After lunch, we continue our journey to [Limerick] via a stop at [Galway Bay] for some beautiful views across the ocean.

DAY 7: LIMERICK - RING OF KERRY - KENMARE

(BREAKFAST/HOTEL DINNER)

After breakfast, you may join an optional tour to visit the Bunratty Castle and the Folk Park which is a great display of rural life in the village. The view from the castle turrets of the Shannon River is fantastic and the thatched roofed cottages are full of artifacts from past times. Thereafter, we shall travel to [Kenmare] via the [Ring of Kerry] which is a wonderful landscape that is hewn by the last Ice Age with some of the most beautiful and unspoilt coastlines in Ireland and Ireland’s highest mountains. Enjoy a drive around the Ring of Kerry through Moll’s Gap and down over the Black Valley to Ladies View. Next, is Killorglin to Cahirciveen with the memorial to St Brenden, the Navigator, and views of [Dingle Bay] and the [South Kerry Mountains]. We see Charlie Chaplin’s hideaway, [Waterville and Derrynane], home of Ireland’s liberator Daniel O’Connell. Then, we proceed to Kenmare for our dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 8: KENMARE - WATERFORD

(BREAKFAST/LUNCH)

Bid farewell to Kenmare as we travel to [Waterford] and upon arrival, you shall be brought to the famous [House of Waterford Crystal] to watch molten glass being transformed into elaborate and shimmering trophies by the skilled blowers and cutters. View a huge array of stemware in the showrooms and you may purchase pieces as well. Check-in to your hotel of Waterford and take a walking tour at your own leisure.

DAY 9: WATERFORD - KILKENNY - DUBLIN

(BREAKFAST/IRISH NIGHT DINNER)

This morning, we will do a photo stop at the [Kilkenny Castle] - which was the principal residence of the powerful Butler family for almost 600 years. It has been remodeled over the centuries and now houses an excellent collections of portraits and artifacts. Continue to travel back to Dublin for The Guinness Storehouse (own expense). It tells the story of how Guinness is made and how this famous drink came to be one of Ireland's best-known exports. End our tour tonight with an [Irish Night] for dinner.

DAY 10: DUBLIN ✈ SINGAPORE

(BREAKFAST)

If time permits, of course there is always last-minute shopping before bidding farewell to Dublin and transfer to the airport for your flight home

DAY 11: SINGAPORE

We hope that you have an enjoyable time with Hong Thai Travel.