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12 Highlights · 12 Days / 11 Nights · Fully Private & Customizable

The Beauty of Scotland & Ireland

Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.

12 Days / 11 Nights Up to 25 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

A 12-day road trip from Edinburgh through the Scottish Highlands and the Isle of Skye, then a short flight to Belfast to tour the Giant's Causeway, Galway's West Coast, and Dublin. Adapted from a self-drive itinerary — Voyzo runs this route with your own private driver and vehicle instead of a rental car. This trip splits between two countries: 6 nights begin in Scotland (Edinburgh, Aviemore, and the Isle of Skye), then the route continues to Ireland for 5 nights (Belfast, Galway, and Dublin) to finish.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Arrival pickup at Edinburgh Airport (EDI); the route later crosses into Ireland at Belfast.

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Day 1 — Welcome to Edinburgh!

Arrive at Edinburgh Airport, where your driver meets you, and settle into your hotel in Scotland's capital before an evening at leisure.

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Day 2 — A Day of Thrills in Edinburgh

Explore Princes Street and Calton Hill, tour historic Edinburgh Castle, and enjoy a traditional afternoon tea on the castle grounds.

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Day 3 — Journey into the Scottish Highlands

Drive north on the A9 to Aviemore, with an optional stop in the town of Dunkeld along the way.

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Day 4 — A Safari Adventure in the Heart of Nature

A full-day 4x4 wildlife safari across the Cairngorms with a national park specialist, spotting golden eagles, red deer, and red squirrels.

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Day 5 — Journey to the Isle of Skye

Drive to Skye via Eilean Donan Castle, then explore at your own pace — the Fairy Pools, Old Man of Storr, and Sligachan Old Bridge.

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Day 6 — Memorable Experiences on Skye

Sea kayak along the coastline with a picnic on a remote beach, then walk the Scorrybreac Trail above Portree Bay.

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Day 7 — Arrival onto the Emerald Isle

Drive to Inverness Airport for a short flight to Belfast, where your driver is waiting, and visit the Titanic Museum.

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Day 8 — The Highlights of Ireland's North Coast

A road trip around the Giant's Causeway and the North Coastal Path, with stops at Carrickfergus Castle and the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge.

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Day 9 — Dive into the Spirit of Galway

Drive to Galway and explore its museums, galleries, and traditional-music pubs at your own pace.

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Day 10 — Cruise Along Ireland's Scenic West Coast

A full-day cruise from Galway to the Aran Islands and back past the Cliffs of Moher, along the Wild Atlantic Way.

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Day 11 — A Cultural Day of Sightseeing in Dublin

Drive to Dublin, visit Trinity College's Book of Kells and the Long Room library, and finish with an evening in Temple Bar.

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Day 12 — Goodbye, Dublin!

Head to Dublin Airport before your departure flight home.

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Departure

The trip ends in Dublin with a transfer to Dublin Airport for your international departure.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — your own driver and vehicle throughout, never combined with another group's itinerary.
Yes — the source route has travelers picking up rental cars in both Edinburgh and Belfast and driving themselves. Voyzo runs it with your own private driver and vehicle instead, so you can watch the Highlands and the Antrim Coast go by instead of the road.
5 of the 11 nights are in Ireland — two in Belfast, two in Galway, and one in Dublin — after 6 nights touring Scotland's Edinburgh, Aviemore, and the Isle of Skye.
Yes — the source itinerary has travelers flying from Inverness to Belfast on day 7 to continue the route; Voyzo coordinates this leg as part of your trip.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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