Fifteen days in Scotland, England and Ireland, for two
Edinburgh's castle and closes, a country estate near Glasgow, Liverpool's waterfront, Dublin's pubs, the fairytale Castle Leslie, Belfast and London: castles, countryside and great cities.
Full 15-day trip for two, door to door from the USA
Where the money goes
Estimated budget for two over 15 days, in US dollars. London and Edinburgh in August are the most expensive stops.
| Category | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| International flightsUSA ⇄ Edinburgh, return from London, 2 people. | $1,300 – $2,600 |
| Accommodation (14 nights)About $220–$600 a night: historic hotels, Castle Leslie and London stays. | $3,080 – $8,400 |
| Meals and diningPub dinners, afternoon tea and a few special restaurants. | $1,500 – $2,600 |
| Activities and experiencesCastle entries, whisky and Guinness tours, theatre in London. | $500 – $1,000 |
| Transport in the regionTrains, the Irish Sea ferry or short flights, a car for the countryside. | $800 – $1,400 |
| Ground totalAll costs on the ground, excluding international flights | $5,880 – $13,400 |
| Grand totalFull 15-day trip for two, door to door from the USA | $7,180 – $16,000 |
Estimates only. Prices vary by season, departure city and availability.
Suggested 15-day itinerary
Scotland, England, Ireland and back to London. Each stop shows the estimated cost of your stay.
Edinburgh, Scotland
Castles and closes
- Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile.
- Arthur's Seat at sunrise.
- Whisky tasting in the Old Town.
Bishopton, Scotland
Mar Hall estate
- Country-house stay on the River Clyde near Glasgow.
- Day trip to Loch Lomond.
Liverpool, United Kingdom
Waterfront and music
- Albert Dock and the Beatles Story.
- Cavern Club evening.
Dublin, Ireland
Literary capital
- Trinity College and the Book of Kells.
- Guinness Storehouse and Temple Bar.
- Day trip to the Wicklow Mountains.
Glaslough, Ireland
Castle Leslie Estate
- Stay in the castle where Paul McCartney married.
- Horse riding and the Victorian spa.
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Titanic and the coast
- Titanic Belfast museum.
- Giant's Causeway day trip.
Gloucester & London, United Kingdom
Cathedral city and the capital
- Gloucester Cathedral's cloisters on the way.
- Arrive in London for your flight home.
London
Optional extension
- Add two nights for the West End, the Thames and afternoon tea.
- Stay at The Clermont by Charing Cross.
Special notes for an intimate escape
Castles, estates and cosy pubs.
A night in a castle
Castle Leslie offers candlelit dinners in the castle and suites with four-poster beds.
Countryside cottage
Add a few nights in a private country cottage in the Cotswolds or the Lake District.
Logistics and travel tips
Entry
Apply for the UK ETA before travel; Ireland does not need one for US citizens.
Getting around
Trains between cities; a car for the countryside (drive on the left).
Best time to go
May–September for long days.
Money
Pounds sterling in the UK and Northern Ireland; euros in Ireland.
Plan the UK and Ireland trip at $239 – $533 per person a day
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