Where will your journey take yoU?
Dig deeper on this two nation tour stretching from the unsurpassed Scottish Highlands to the lush beauty of Northern Ireland’s Antrim coast to discover the inextricably linked history and culture of these Celtic cousins on one seamless road trip of revelation.
Your journey, your way
All Celtic Routes self-drive tours are unique, curated to suit you. Take a look at our sample itinerary as a starting point to begin planning your perfect trip.
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scotland & northern ireland
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priCing
The prices shown are indicative, per passenger, and adjust according to the number of guests you select above. Each bar is divided into three sections, representing different vehicle sizes – small, medium, and large. Prices for single occupants may incur a single supplement charge at hotels.
Please note: We can also accommodate groups larger than 4 passengers on request – get in touch with us for a tailored quote.
assYnt
A sublime wilderness of sugarloaf mountain peaks and deserted beaches, Assynt is one of Europe’s last unspoilt corners. Explore empty white powder beaches, sail across the sea to see puffins on Handa Island or jump on a boat trip to Britain’s highest waterfall.
A paradise for hikers, Assynt has something for everyone from scaling Suilven, one of Scotland’s best-known mountains to a gentle loop around Oldshoremore beach.
day 4
Assynt
the Isle of skye
The most beguiling and celebrated of Scotland’s 790 islands is an enticing place to visit at any time of the year. Characterised by dramatic brooding landscapes, pretty fishing villages, lush glens and calm sea loch inlets, the largest of the Hebridean islands is a haven for wildlife, a magnet for hikers and climbers and a mecca for foodies. Be sure to bag your room early, it’s a much sought after destination.
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The Isle of Skye
the Giant’s cAuseway
The undisputed star of Northern Ireland’s show needs little introduction, its 40,000 tightly packed hexagonal basalt columns fascinating evidence of volcanic activity some 60million years ago at the time when Ireland was still attached to North America. Geology aside, legend has it that this almost man-made phenomenon was created by Irish giant, Finn McCool, to enable him to cross the Irish Sea and confront his Scottish rival in the giants’ stakes, Benandonner.
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County Antrim
twO counTries, one Vehicle
On a self-drive road trip, you get to steer the car where you want, when you want and how you want following a meticulously planned and plotted day to day itinerary tailored around your personal wishlist. At least that is how it works on a Celtic Routes road trip where we deliver your vehicle to you in Scotland and collect the same one from you in Ireland, no additional paperwork and no questions asked, leaving you to sit back and enjoy the drive.
cUstomise your tOur
With Celtic Routes, every journey is designed around you. Our destination experts will work closely with you to craft a personalised itinerary that reflects your interests and travel style. Whether that means spending more time in a place you love, adjusting the pace of your tour, or curating experiences unique to you, we’ll help shape a journey that feels entirely your own.
Explore our recommended customisations for this tour.
edinburgh
A night or two in Scotland’s beguiling capital dubbed ‘the Athens of the North’ perfectly bookends a self-driving tour. The hidden ‘closes’ and ‘wynds’ and landmark castle of the medieval Old Town and smart streets of the Georgian New Town invite exploration.
glasgow
Creative, cool and vibrant, Glasgow is a welcoming, contemporary and down to earth city which blends historic charm with modern energy. As a city hub from which to embark upon a self-drive tour of Scotland, it is as well-placed as its old rival to the east.
dublin
Who can resist the allure of Ireland’s capital with its literary legacy, Georgian elegance and revolutionary history where the lively pubs of Temple Bar overflowing with Irish craic are legendary. Whether exploring the hallowed halls of Trinity College—home to the illuminated Book of Kells—or tracing the nation’s path to independence at Kilmainham Gaol, Dublin is a diverting city for the first time or returning visitor
more than a plaCe to sleeP
We have visited and handpicked all of the accommodation we offer, from regal Victorian mansions to cosy country inns. Wherever your tour of Scotland and Northern Ireland takes you, your accommodation will be more than a place to lay your head, it’ll be a key part of your once-in-a-lifetime experience.
the dipping luggar
A former manse which dates back to 1789, The Dipping Lugger is now a luxury three-bedroom retreat and restaurant overlooking the shores of Loch Broom. The restaurant features ‘The Tasting Room’, an intimate two-table dining room that doubles as a gin sampling room.
reviews
We’re trusted by clients across the world to make their Celtic adventure the trip of a lifetime. Hear what they have to say:
bev and bob simpson
Scotland
“Bob & I are thoroughly enjoying every moment of our travel, we wish to thank you so much for all the detail, and the choices that have been made for our trip. Really loved meeting “Queenie”at her Highland Cow farm and we were so blessed to have her give us her farm tour, she was delightful, engaging, thoroughly fascinating. “
jose ribau
Scotland
“Our trip to Scotland was so memorable thanks in large part to the care and attention given to the planning by the team at Celtic Routes. All the planned experiences surpassed our expectations and we would highly recommend them! We loved touring around the countryside and were much more comfortable with the driving app and directions at our disposal – made it a lot easier to enjoy the experience and not worry about any logistics.”
gAllery
enQuire abOut this Tour
exPeriences
what’s
included?
Your Celtic Routes holiday comes with everything you need to enjoy your tour of Scotland and Northern Ireland to the fullest. From a spacious Land Rover suited to the wilder parts of your Celtic adventure, to a dedicated app featuring your itinerary, map and weather forecast, we’re with you every step of the way.
Land Rover Hire
Full insurance for two people
Accommodation
Breakfast each day
Personalised handover and collection
Detailed personalised trip notes
Dedicated expert travel advisor
App navigation
Detailed day to day information
