Distilled. Haunted. Remembered.

​Spirits

A journey through Dublin, Belfast, and Edinburgh

June 9 - 19, 2024
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June 24 - July 4, 2024 

Spirit
noun

1. a supernatural being
2. strong distilled liquor such as whiskey, brandy, gin, or rum
3. the character of a nation, or group, or the thought and attitudes of a particular period

Join us on this 10-night small-group tour as we explore the spirits of Ireland and Scotland!

• Sample whiskeys at celebrated distilleries...
• Have a drink at a historic Victorian-era pub...
• Brave a tour through haunted underground vaults...
• Learn the story of the Titanic at its birthplace...
• Absorb the violent, vivid history of the Irish fight for independence and the Troubles of Northern Ireland...
• Sip  exquisite cocktails at a hidden speakeasy...​​
• And much, much more!

Itinerary highlights:

• Our group tour begins in Edinburgh, Scotland.
• We'll spend 4 nights in Edinburgh, with activities such as a whiskey tasting, a tour of haunted underground vaults, and a visit to Edinburgh castle.
• Next, we'll take a quick flight across the Irish Sea to Belfast, Northern Ireland.
• We'll spend 3 nights in Belfast, with activities such as a visit to Titanic Belfast, drinks at a beautiful and historic pub, and a private tour exploring the history of the Troubles.
• Then we'll take a beautiful train ride to our next destination: Dublin, Ireland. 
• Our 3-night stay in Dublin will include more whiskey (of course!), cocktails at a secret speakeasy, and the tragic and triumphant story of Irish independence! ​

What if you want more?

We offer two-night trip extensions on either end, so you can choose to arrive early in Edinburgh or stay late in Dublin. These solo days will allow you the time to overcome jetlag, explore the city, or just relax.

Spirits Trip Package

Included:

• Lodging for 10 nights in centrally located 4-star hotels (double occupancy)
• Entrance fees and tours at all sites toured as a group
• All transportation in Europe, including:
  • Flight between Edinburgh and Belfast
  • Train between Belfast and Dublin​​
  • All transportation to sites we're touring together
  • Private shuttle from Edinburgh Airport to hotel upon arrival
  • Private shuttle from Dublin hotel to Dublin Airport upon departure

• 10 delicious breakfasts
• Drinks at multiple amazing spots, including at our welcome and farewell receptions​
• Liz and Adam's guidance, advice, and support both before and during the trip--when we say to hit us up with questions any time, we mean it!

Not Included: 

• Airfare to/from Europe (but we're happy to arrange it for you!)​
• Remaining meals not otherwise mentioned
• Incidental expenses
• Mandatory travel protection
  • A travel protection quote will be provided upon booking, for your convenience
    
    

​A note for our solo travelers: We provide a single-room supplement option if you'd prefer your own room. Or, if you'd like, we can pair you up with another solo traveler to share a room!

Pricing and Payment Options

Price information: 
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Early-Bird Price:
March 25 - October 1, 2023
Non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot: $195
​Remaining balance due March 8, 2024: $4830

Standard Price:
October 2, 2023 - March 1, 2024
Non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot: $295
​Remaining balance due March 8, 2024: $5130

Additional Options:

Single-Room Supplement: $1250
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2-night pre-trip extended stay in Edinburgh:
Double Occupancy: $485
Single Occupancy: $795

2-night post-trip extended stay in Dublin:
Double Occupancy: $525
​Single Occupancy: $835

​Want to make monthly payments, or another regular payment arrangement? Let us know and we can set that up! ​

 

Cancellation policy:
Your deposit is non-refundable. All other payments are refundable through March 8, 2024, minus a 4% fee. 

We ask all of our group tour travelers to purchase travel insurance. If you have to cancel after March 8, 2024, your travel insurance policy may provide reimbursement, depending on the reason for cancellation.

Vegan? Gluten free? Halal? Kosher? If you have any special dietary needs, just let us know--we will make sure the group meals accommodate your needs, and we'll be happy to help you research your options for your independent, individual meals, too.

Questions about accessibility? Though our group trips are designed for the moderately active, with a fair amount of walking, we are happy to work with you in advance and discuss the possibility of alternate arrangements if you need them. (And of course, we are also happy to work with you to create custom individual vacations for any level of mobility.)

Need more time in Europe? Want to extend your stay?  If you are interested in adding days to your trip on either end, we would be happy to arrange and book things for you, for no additional service fee.

At Leaping Hound Travel we strongly believe in a world that celebrates diversity and inclusivity. We are committed to supporting BIPOC, trans, and queer travelers. We donate a portion of our profits to organizations such as Black Lives Matter, we research the safety and security of potential travel destinations, and we partner with minority-owned businesses whenever possible.

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