Most Insight tours already include a host of bonus highlights and comprehensive sightseeing. There may also be an exciting array of optional excursions which will turn an already amazing experience into the trip of a lifetime! These are entirely optional and can be booked through your Tour Director/Local Representative at the commencement of your tour. The following is a general list for guidance and budgeting purposes only. Actual optional excursions and prices will be advised by your Tour Director at the beginning of your tour.

SHEEPDOG DEMONSTRATION

Visit a working sheep farm for a demonstration of the training and working of Border Collies.

Adult Price: EURO 13
Code: BLA02E

BLAIR CASTLE

Blair Castle is at the hub of a breath-taking historic landscape. This magnificent ancient seat of the Dukes and Earls of Atholl is Scotland’s most visited historic house. It is the home of the Atholl Highlanders, Europe’s only remaining private army, and is brimming with treasures inside and out.

Adult Price: EURO 16
Code: BLA01E

KILLARNEY LAKE CRUISE

A leisurely cruise around the spectacular lower Lake of Killarney, enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding mountains and we pass Innisfallen Island, site of a 6th Century monastic settlement.

Adult Price: EURO 16
Code: KLL02

BUNRATTY CASTLE AND FOLK PARK

Visit the 15th century Castle with its fine furnishings, antiques and paintings. Bunratty was built by the MacNamaras and became the main stronghold of the powerful O’Brien clan. Experience the Ireland of yesteryear as you wander through the folk park with its thatched cottages and smoky turf fires - a way of life that has all but gone now. In the village street there are shops, a school and a bakery - maybe treat yourself to some of the freshly baked cakes in the village tea room.

Adult Price: EURO 18
Code: LIM02

IRISH COUNTRYSIDE AND GLENDALOUGH

An afternoon drive through County Wicklow known as the garden of Ireland. We pass through the Wicklow Mountains to the picturesque setting of St. Kevin's great 6th Century manastic site at Glendalough. We return to Dublin via the Great Sugar Loaf Mountain

Adult Price: EURO 18
Code: DUB04

WATERFORD WALKING TOUR

We take an interesting and informative walking tour with a local guide and then continue to get to know the locals with a drink in a typical pub.

Adult Price: EURO 20
Code: WAT01

ROSSLYN CHAPEL TOUR AND TRAIL

With a local guide, we drive out of Edinburgh to the tiny village of Rosslyn, where we have a tour of the famous Rosslyn Chapel. Visit one of Scotland's most unusual 15th Century buildings, famed for its associations with the Knights Templar, the Masonic movement, and now 'The Da Vinci Code'. Intricate carvings of New World plants and secret chambers make this a must on any visit to Scotland. Afterwards there is the opportunity to visit the chapel shop and maybe take a stroll in the beautiful Rosslyn Glen before returning to Edinburgh.

Adult Price: EURO 22
Code: EDI05E

DINNER IN EDINBURGH

Join your tour companions this evening for a night out in this splendid city as we visit a well established restaurant for a three course dinner with a drink included.

Adult Price: EURO 30
Code: EDI02E

GLASGOW DINNER

Enjoy an evening of Scottish fayre in a local restaurant. After your three course dinner we take a drive around the city.

Adult Price: EURO 30
Code: GLA02E

LIAM O CONNOR

The 'Liam O'Connor Show' is a spectacular explosion of music, song and dance rooted in the Irish music tradition. Experience a spellbinding display of raw energy, passion and melodic genius. Liam O'Connor is an internationally renowned musician of 20 instruments and his show has a long running residency in Killarney. Your Tour Director will advise ticket availability.

Adult Price: EURO 30
Code: KLL07

DINNER AND DUBLIN COAST DRIVE

A three course dinner at a local restaurant followed by a scenic drive around Dublin Bay

Adult Price: EURO 39
Code: DUB06

SCOTTISH DINNER AND CABARET

Join us for a memorable evening of traditional singing, dancing and bagpipe playing. There is food, wine and a great atmosphere to enjoy. Join in with the singing, we’ll show you a Highland dance or two and there's a chance to sample Scotland’s national dish - haggis. It’s a grand night and a wonderful way to celebrate an evening in Edinburgh.

Adult Price: EURO 52
Code: EDI01E

CELTIC RISING THE SHOW

Celtic Rising is a celebration of the best of Irish heritage and culture – a unique, fast-paced, fresh and contemporary show – a fusion of the traditional spirit and innovation that is modern Ireland. The show will take you on a toe-tapping, foot-stomping journey through traditional Irish music, song and dance. A four-course dinner with Irish coffee is included.

Adult Price: EURO 49
Code: DUB07

SHANNON CASTLE BANQUET

Enjoy a banquet in the great hall of the castle. As we dine, we are entertained by the court jester, the castle musicians and the ladies and gentlemen of the medieval court, in the splendour of a bygone age. There’s fine music, singing, dancing, good food and laughter. It won’t be long before you join in with the ‘court entertainers’. You'll be sure to take home warm memories of this delightful evening.

Adult Price: EURO 62
Code: LIM01