7-Nights Highlights of Dublin & Edinburgh - Food & Drink from $2,215

Itinerary Details

Day 1: Arrive in Dublin

Transfer: Dublin Airportto Dublin - St Stephen's Green

Hotel: Brooks Hotel Dublin (4 Star Rating)

Situated only minutes from Grafton Street in the fashionable heart of Dublin city, Brooks Hotel is the perfect place to stay, whether for business or pleasure. Most of the city's key attractions are within walking distance to the hotel and include: the best shopping streets in the capital, St. Stephen's Green, the Guinness storehouse the Irish parliament building, Dail Eireann, Christchurch Cathedral, Dublin Castle, Trinity College and many popular art galleries, theatres, museums and entertainment venues. The Luas servicing Dundrum shopping centre is just a few minutes' walk away and the Dart station is only 10 minutes' walk from the hotel.

We’ve been bringing visitors to all of Dublin city’s top attractions since 1988 and we’re masters at showing you the best Dublin city has to offer - Whether you want to visit the big bus tour attractions like the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College and the Book of Kells, Kilmainham Gaol, or Dublin Zoo, the DoDublin Tour is the perfect choice. We also love to show you the city’s hidden gems like the Little Museum of Dublin, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, the Jeanie Johnston, Teeling Whiskey Distillery, Saint. Patrick’s Cathedral, and many more. You’ll enjoy live commentary from our Failte Ireland trained drivers, all native Dubliners and all of whom are great entertainers. The term "gift of the gab" was invented for DoDublin tour guides!

They take great pride in presenting the best of Dublin city, with plenty of historic and cultural references, quotes by famous Dublin poets and writers, loads of jokes and plenty of Songs from Dublin City too. We also provide pre-recorded multilingual tours in 9 languages (German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Russian and Irish).

For Summer months there are Deutsch Tour is operating every Wednesday , Friday & Saturday at 10:15am, 12:15am and 15:15.

Since 1988 the Dublin Literary Pub Crawl has been rambling the streets of the capital and bringing to life the literary history of the city. Professional actors tell you the story of the gin palace, the long hall and the spirit grocer, while quoting from the works of Joyce, Behan, Wilde and many more. The tour is a form of street theatre, allowing the audience to stand beside the actors and experience the language live on the streets of the city where it was born. No props, no make-up. Just the actor within prompting distance of the audience. The Literary Pub Crawl takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes across four historic pubs in the centre of Dublin. We include a private visit to Trinity College front square (included in the price). Not the Book Of Kells. The tour is led by actors who tell the story of the pub, the poet & the pint. Walking distance: approx 1km (half mile).

Transfer: Dublin - St Stephen's Green to Dublin Airport

Transfer: Edinburgh Airportto Edinburgh - City Centre

Hotel: Leonardo Edinburgh City Hotel (3 Star Rating)

A beautiful historical building dating back to 1879. Due to its central location, major city attractions can be reached within a short time, such as the historic fortress of Edinburgh Castle, the unique concert hall of Usher Hall, and the bustling Princess Street with its shops and historic monuments. The Edinburgh City Hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of the city centre, only a 10-minute walk from the hotel to The Old Town and the Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Short distance to major touristic attractions. Stylish rooms with a queen-sized bed, secondary glazing, and a free bottle of water.

Book this tour if you’d like…

- A unique journey round the sites, stories and secrets of the Old Town you might otherwise miss

- A tour led and loved by Mercat historians

- A wonderful introduction to Edinburgh, it’s past and people

- A guided visit to Edinburgh Castle

Our beautiful city is waiting for you…

This walking tour is the perfect introduction to Scotland’s capital. The first secret you’ll learn? That you can skip the line at Edinburgh Castle!

Discover an Edinburgh beyond the reach of tour buses and guidebooks. A beautiful city steeped in awe-inspiring history that has been perfectly preserved to this day, in the wynds, closes, courtyards and homes of Edinburgh’s Old Town.

Take a journey through time with them, and explore the lives of Edinburgh residents from generations past and gone – from historical figures like Mary Queen of Scots and Robert Burns, to the everyday folk who never left the city’s walls their entire lives.

Hang on your tour Storyteller’s every word, as they walk you through the crime and culture to the politics and everyday events, and show you the evidence that has survived to this day, throughout the Royal Mile.

Want to visit Edinburgh Castle? Skip the line with Mercat Tours.

The castle towers over Edinburgh from up high on its great ancient rock – a literal fortress, looking out over the city’s stunning landscapes. Battles and sieges were fought over it, royalty lived and died within its walls, and countless generations have been inspired by it.

Visit Edinburgh Castle with your Mercat Tours Storyteller, and from the Royal Mile you’ll walk straight over the drawbridge, and straight past the ticket line – to continue your journey into Edinburgh’s history uninterrupted.

Savour Scotland’s ‘Water of Life’ on this Whisky distillery tour from Edinburgh. Today’s rain is tomorrow’s whisky.” Whisky is ingrained within Scottish culture. The ancient Scots used it to heal common ailments and keep warm in winter. And today we savour the complex and beautiful flavours of the ‘water of life’. It’s a fascinating part of Scottish heritage, and on this tour, you learn about it at two distinct distilleries. Blend these delicious flavours with a visit to one of the most famous lochs in Scotland at the Loch Lomond National Park.

Embark on a culinary adventure through Edinburgh's historic streets, savouring the city's diverse food and drink scene. This guided walking tour takes you on a journey through the heart of Edinburgh, where you'll discover hidden gems and iconic establishments. As you stroll through the city's charming neighbourhoods, your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating stories about Edinburgh's food heritage and culinary traditions.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Sampling unique Scottish food: From Smoked Fish Chowder (Cullen Skink) to Scotch Eggs or Haggis.

2 local soft drinks

Savouring Edinburgh's vibrant modern food scene: Creative dishes by talented chefs using the

freshest and finest local ingredients.

Visiting characterful restaurants and pubs: From banking halls to wine cellars, each venue has its

charm and story.

Discovering the unexpected: Places and stories only locals know

Transfer: Edinburgh - City Centre to Edinburgh Airport