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UK & Ireland: Scotland & Ireland Adventures

Overview

  • Duration:9 days 8 nights
  • Tour Type:Educational Tours
📍 Cities: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Belfast, Sligo, Galway, Dublin

Itinerary

Fly to GlasgowDay 1

DAY 1: HOME - GLASGOW

Board your transatlantic flight and fly through the night.

Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile Walking TourDay 2

DAY 2: GLASGOW - EDINBURGH

  • Welcome: Welcome to the United Kingdom! Meet your Prometour Tour Director upon arrival at the airport.
  • Edinburgh: Board your bus and transfer to Edinburgh.
  • Walking Tour: Follow a local guide on a walking tour of Edinburgh - walk down the Royal Mile and to Arthur's Seat, see the town through the eyes of a local!
  • Edinburgh Castle: Visit Edinburgh Castle - a world-famous icon of Scotland and part of the Old and New Towns UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Edinburgh.

Loch Lomond Canoe Expedition and Highland GamesDay 3

DAY 3: EDINBURGH - LOCH LOMOND

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Loch Lomond: Board your bus and travel to Loch Lomond - the surrounding highlands area is home to red deer and oak woodlands.
  • Canoe Expedition: Start with a half-day canoe expedition with your group! Soak in all the beauty the area has to offer!
  • Highland Games: Then let the Highland Games begin! With traditional Highland events like tossing the caber and tug of war, as well as team games and challenges.
  • Glasgow: Board your bus and travel to Glasgow.
  • Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Glasgow.

Ferry to Belfast and City Walking TourDay 4

DAY 4: GLASGOW - BELFAST

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel with your group.
  • Travel: Board your bus and travel to Cairnryan.
  • Ferry: Board the ferry from Cairnryan and cross the Irish Sea to Belfast.
  • Belfast Tour: With your local guide, discover the city's rich history on a walking tour - see the City Hall, which stands as a symbol of Belfast's Industrial Revolution pre-eminence, and discover The Golden Mile.
  • Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Belfast.

Giant's Causeway and ArcheryDay 5

DAY 5: BELFAST - SLIGO

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Giant's Causeway: Explore the Giant's Causeway - an area of nearly 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, the result of an ancient volcanic eruption and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Archery: Partake in an Archery Course and see if you could give Robin Hood a run for his money!
  • Sligo: Continue tour route to Sligo.
  • Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Sligo.

Connemara National Park and Galway Walking TourDay 6

DAY 6: SLIGO - GALWAY

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Connemara: Travel to Connemara National Park. Spend most of the day exploring the park with your Tour Director - choose your favorite trail and hike as a group. Maybe you'll get a chance to witness the many rabbits, foxes, or even ponies native to the park.
  • Galway: Continue to Galway. Follow a local guide on a walking tour - see Lynch's Castle, St. Nicholas Collegiate Church, the Browne Doorway, and the Claddagh, the oldest part of the city.
  • Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Galway.

Cliffs of Moher Boat Voyage and Inis OirrDay 7

DAY 7: GALWAY - CLIFFS OF MOHER - GALWAY

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Cliffs of Moher: Today you will discover the Cliffs of Moher, considered one of the natural wonders of the world. The visitor center will give you a better idea of this spectacular setting. Embark upon a voyage of discovery by boat along this 8km shoreline.
  • Inis Oirr: Also visit Inis Oirr - the most populous island of the 3 Aran Islands in Galway Bay. Admire the view of the Cliffs from the island.
  • Dinner: Dinner at a local restaurant.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Galway.

Dublin - Celtic Music and Dance EveningDay 8

DAY 8: GALWAY - DUBLIN

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Travel: Board your bus and travel to Dublin.
  • Leisure: Have some leisure time to see the city of Dublin at your own pace - take a walk down the brick-lined Grafton Street, the city's premier shopping street.
  • Irish Evening: Enjoy a typical Irish dinner while enjoying the Celtic Rhythms of Irish Music and Dance.
  • Overnight: Overnight accommodation in Dublin.

Fly Back HomeDay 9

DAY 9: DUBLIN - HOME

Breakfast at the hotel with your group. Transfer to the airport. Say a fond Goodbye to your Prometour Tour Director. Board your transatlantic flight from Dublin and fly back home.

Learning Objectives

Analyze the history and cultural significance of Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, and Arthur’s Seat as symbols of Scottish national identity and heritage.

Investigate the natural landscapes of Scotland and Ireland through a canoe expedition on Loch Lomond, hiking in Connemara National Park, and a boat voyage along the Cliffs of Moher.

Evaluate the geological and mythological significance of the Giant’s Causeway, connecting the UNESCO World Heritage site to both scientific and cultural narratives.

Compare the distinct cultural traditions of Scotland and Ireland through Highland Games at Loch Lomond, Celtic music and dance in Dublin, and a walking tour of Galway’s historic landmarks.

Develop teamwork, resilience, and outdoor leadership skills through adventure activities including canoeing, archery, and Highland challenge events.

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Landmark Highlights

  • Edinburgh: Royal Mile walking tour, Arthur's Seat, and Edinburgh Castle - part of the Old and New Towns UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Loch Lomond: Half-day canoe expedition and Highland Games including caber tossing and tug of war.
  • Belfast: City history walking tour, Giant's Causeway UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Archery Course.
  • Galway: Connemara National Park hiking, walking tour of Lynch's Castle, St. Nicholas Collegiate Church, and the Claddagh.
  • Cliffs of Moher: Boat voyage along the 8km shoreline and Inis Oirr island visit in Galway Bay.
  • Dublin: Leisure time on Grafton Street and a typical Irish dinner with Celtic Rhythms of Irish Music and Dance.

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Frequently asked questions

Will my group be combined with another school group?

No. Every Prométour educational tour is personalized to ensure a meaningful experience. We guarantee private tours for all groups.

Your group will have its own dedicated Tour Director and itinerary, and will not be combined with any other school or student group.

How does Prométour support teachers with planning?

We take care of everything to make trip planning easy. From organizing travel logistics and accommodations to managing registrations, payments, and documentation, our team handles all the details so you can focus on the experience.

Support starts from day one. To help launch your trip, we host a parent meeting where your dedicated Tour Consultant introduces themselves, represents Prométour, and answers any parent questions directly.

Throughout the planning process, our expert Customer Service Team is available to assist families with registration, payments, and general inquiries, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience for everyone involved.

When will our travel dates be confirmed?

Prométour trips are fully customizable, including your travel dates. You can choose the dates that best align with your school calendar, giving your group flexibility to coordinate extracurricular activities around the trip.

How does Prométour support our group during the trip?

With our own teams in locations such as Montréal, Paris, and Málaga, you get real people who are with your students and know the destination inside and out, not a call center just reading from a script.
If any issues arise while on tour, our 24/7 Emergency Line ensures that help is always just a phone call away. Your group will have access to real-time support whenever it's needed.

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When you register for a Prométour trip, you can do so with confidence. If you cancel before the tour is officially confirmed, you'll receive a full refund with no questions asked.

Once the tour is confirmed, standard cancellation fees apply based on your departure date. Travelers may still be eligible for insurance coverage depending on their policy.

In some regions, and for travelers with an upgraded plan, Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) insurance may be available. We recommend contacting the insurance provider directly for full details on coverage options.
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