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THE CELTIC EXPERTS

We only do Ireland and Scotland. Our dedicated team of Celtic destination experts have over 55 years of experience in providing handcrafted, immersive vacations that combine people, places and culture, each planned, managed and personally delivered by passionate, fun-loving locals. As we like to say, we are ‘anything in a kilt’ – your personal connection to our Celtic homelands.
TRAVEL ANY WAY, ANY TIME
We celebrate all types of travelers, from couples looking to honor an anniversary, a family looking to broaden their horizons and make new memories or a solo adventurer wanting to veer off the beaten path. We can accommodate these and everyone in between, at any time of the year.

From fully guided vacations to customizable private chauffeur-driven, self-drive or rail trips, our range of travel styles means it’s easy to find what works best for you
TAKING YOU PERSONALLY

Every traveler is different. Our expertise allows us to deliver rich experiences in every region you visit. You are greeted with the warmest of welcomes and cared for with a generosity of spirit that reflects the great tradition of the Celtic people.

Our team of Local Hosts and Specialists, Travel Directors, Private Chauffeurs and Experts behind the scenes all share a deep love for storytelling and passion for ensuring your vacation is unforgettable.

This is us, Taking You Personally.

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"Incredible"

“Our guide was so wonderful. Out trip was like a dream. Would even do it again!”

- Patty, Castles and Manors

"Exhilarating Experience"

““Amazing Ireland” lives up to its name! From the incredibly knowledgeable and talented tour guide to the awesome scenery, to the jovial but professional coach driver, to the welcoming hotels and the local experts, we could not have had a more exhilarating experience!”

- Mary, Amazing Ireland

"Unbelievable"

“The trip was wonderful, we saw and did so much it was unbelievable to look back on after the two weeks. Truly an experience unlike any other and the group we were with couldn’t have been better. We really got a taste of the whole country and it was incredible. ”

- Anna, Highland Trail inspired by Outlander

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Explore Destinations

Are you a curious traveler, who loves to expand your knowledge?

Insight Vacations takes you beyond sightseeing. You’ll discover the depth behind the iconic locations you’ve read about through hand-selected experiences led by experts in the know. You’ll also enjoy premium inclusions like business-class style coach travel, superior dining and stays at highly-rated hotels.
Discover Tours
Are you a luxury traveler, one who wants the finer things?

Luxury Gold offers small (no more than 24 guests) group high-end tours with magnificent stays, curated VIP highlights and extraordinary dining (think Michelin-starred restaurants) This is the finest in end-to-end travel. This is The New Golden Age of Travel.
EXPLORE JOURNEYS
Are you looking to meet locals and make real connections?

Trafalgar doesn’t just show you the incredible sights, you’ll be introduced to the incredible locals that are the heartbeat of the places you go. With included one-of-a-kind experiences - unique Stays with Stories and Be My Guest experiences you’ll meet the world in a completely different way. This is the best of the world, unlocked.
SEE TOURS
Are you looking for hassle-free, flexible travel that doesn’t break the bank?

Costsaver is all the ease of a tour, all the freedom of DIY. For those who value experience over extravagance, but don’t know where to start, choose the ultimate unpackaged tour. All your travel essentials are included, plus with over 1,000 Choice Experiences, you can make your trip your own.
TOUR YOUR WAY
Are you looking for an adventure for an 18-35 year old?

Contiki is exclusively for 18-35 year olds with a desire to explore the world. These guided trips are filled with amazing destinations, unforgettable experiences, transportation, accommodations and connections that last a lifetime. This is social travel.
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Receive a $100 per person discount toward your first Brendan trip of 11 days or more when you sign up for our emails; valid for each full-paying adult who signs up with a unique email address. Valid for new bookings on trips 11 days or more only when booked from 24 February 2025 to 31 May 2025 for travel from 1 April 2025 to 31 December 2025. Discount is combinable with Global Tour Rewards discount but is not combinable with Multiple Trip discounts, Group discounts or limited time offers. Offer cannot be booked online. Offer is not available on Custom Groups. Brendan reserves the right to validate bookings and will remove any additional offers added online that are not combinable. Other conditions may apply.