The Music Tour of Ireland & Scotland, with Brendan Scott, is an opportunity to enjoy a comprehensive sightseeing tour of Ireland, plus two nights in Liverpool and three nights in Edinburgh. Also, on the way to Edinburgh we will visit England's beautiful Lakes District. Sightseeing highlights include Dublin, Belfast, Derry, Donegal, Westport, Galway, Killarney and Cork (in Ireland), Liverpool and the Lakes District (in the UK), and Edinburgh & Glasgow (in Scotland). Ireland, Scotland, & Liverpool are famous for their music, so there will be many musical highlights, including the spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, the Trad on the Prom Irish music & dance show (Galway), The Beatles Story (museum in Liverpool) and, of course, many performances by Brendan Scott. The tour, fully escorted by Brendan and tour manager John Howie, is full of sightseeing & musical highlights, including the best of what John has discovered during his 30 years of taking tour groups to Ireland & Scotland.
BRENDAN SCOTT is an accomplished and experienced performer who has been part of the Australian entertainment industry ever since his stage debut at age 4. He has worked in all facets of the entertainment industry and continues to use his wealth of experience to entertain audiences in many parts of Australia. In his performances, Brendan showcases his many talents. Not only does he sing many well-known songs, he also plays piano, guitar, saxophone, banjo, and violin. If that's not enough, Brendan often surprises audiences by launching into a Tap Dance. Add to this Brendan's flare for audience interaction and participation as well as his ability to have people in stitches with his comedy, and you have a complete entertainment experience.
John was a secondary school music teacher for 23 years (taught Kylie Minogue). He and his twin brother, Graeme, perform as The Howie Brothers. John has been leading successful music tours & music cruises for 30 years.
VIEW ITINERARYDAY 1 Thursday August 6, 2026 Depart
Afternoon: Depart Australia and fly to Dublin.
DAY 2 Friday August 7, 2026 Belfast
Mid-day: Arrive Dublin Airport. Travel by coach to Belfast, Northern Ireland. Mid-afternoon: Check into our hotel, then free time. Overnight: Holiday Inn Express Belfast City.
DAY 3 Saturday August 8, 2026 Belfast
Morning: Sightseeing coach tour of Belfast, with local guide. See the political murals on buildings in the Catholic and Protestant areas of West Belfast. See the Stormont parliament building and the impressive new Titanic Belfast building. Visit Belfast's iconic Crown Liquor Saloon. Afternoon: Free time. Evening: Enjoy Welcome Dinner, with a few songs from Brendan Scott. After dinner, attend a music 'session' at one of Belfast's excellent music pubs. (B,D)
DAY 4 Sunday August 9, 2026 Londonderry
Travel along Northern Ireland's spectacular Antrim Coast, to Derry. See Carrickfergus Castle, the Glens of Antrim, and the ruins of Dunluce Castle. Visit the Giant's Causeway. Afternoon: A coach tour of Derry with local guide, including a short walk on Derry's famous 17th-century walls. We will then visit one of Derry's famous music pubs, for afternoon drinks & live traditional music. Evening: Enjoy a special concert....Brendan Scott Live in Derry! Overnight: Holiday Inn Express, Derry. (B,MorningTea,D)
DAY 5 Monday August 10, 2026 Donegal
Tour County Donegal, in the far north-west of Ireland. Lunch at Leo's Tavern. Pass through Kincasslagh, internationally renowned singer Daniel O'Donnell's hometown. Continue south to the fishing port of Killybegs, before proceeding to Donegal Town. Evening: Prior to dinner visit a pub near our hotel, where you will enjoy a typical Irish music 'session'. Overnight: Central Hotel, Donegal. (B, Morning Tea,L,D)
DAY 6 Tuesday August 11, 2026 Westport
Today we travel south, to the coastal town of Westport, Co. Mayo. Soon after leaving Donegal Town, enjoy a guided tour of the Belleek Pottery factory. Then travel through Co. Sligo. See Ben Bulben. On arrival in Westport free time to explore this charming town & go shopping. Evening: Attend an Irish music session in one of Westport's excellent music pubs. Overnight: Castlecourt Hotel, Westport. (B,D)
DAY 7 Wednesday August 12, 2026 Galway
Travel south to Galway. On the outskirts of Westport see Croagh Patrick. Then travel through an unforgettable valley we have discovered, as we make our way to the Connemara region. Visit much-photographed Kylemore Abbey. Tour Kylemore's main castle-like building & outstanding Victorian Walled Garden. Take a 'back roads' coastal route to Galway. On arrival in Galway, see the Claddah region and sing Galway Bay. Evening: Explore Galway's renowned session pubs with John Howie and Brendan Scott. Overnight: Victoria Hotel. (B,MorningTea)
DAY 8 Thursday August 13, 2026 Galway
Optional day trip by ferry to the fascinating Aran Islands (cost approx. $85). Tour the island of Inishmore by minibus, including the amazing stone Dun Aengus Fort. Those not going on the Aran Islands excursion are free to spend the day exploring Galway city. Evening: Attend Trad on the Prom, fabulous Irish music and dance theatre show. (B)
DAY 9 Friday August 14, 2026 Killarney
Visit the town of Athenry, where we sing the famous Irish song The Fields of Athenry. Then travel south, through the unusual limestone plains known as The Burren. Visit the spectacular Cliffs of Moher, in beautiful County Clare. Continue on through the city of Limerick and the village of Adare (famous for its thatched roof cottages), to Killarney. Evening: Traditional Irish dinner in one of Killarney's best restaurants. After dinner visit some of Killarney's best live music venues. Overnight: Gleneagle Hotel. (B,MorningTea,D)
DAY 10 Saturday August 15, 2026 Dingle Peninsula / Killarney
Coach tour of the Dingle Peninsula, which boasts some of the world's most beautiful scenery. Enjoy never-to-be-forgotten scenery at Slea Head, and stop in the lovely fishing port of Dingle. Visit Beehive Huts and the Gallarus Oratory. Afternoon: Return to Killarney. Free time, for shopping. Also, enjoy a fun-filled ride in jaunting cars (horse and buggy transport) through Killarney National Park. Evening: Explore Killarney's restaurants & music venues. (B)
DAY 11 Sunday August 16, 2026 Cork
Today we travel to Cork, the Republic of Ireland's second largest city. On the way, visit the charming town of Kenmare. On the outskirts of Cork, visit Blarney Castle and kiss the Blarney Stone. Also, shop in the excellent Blarney Woollen Mills store. On arrival in Cork enjoy a short panoramic tour before checking into our hotel. Late afternoon: free time. Evening: John Howie & Brendan Scott will introduce you to some of their favourite music venues in Cork. Overnight: Maldron Hotel Shandon Cork City. (B)
DAY 12 Monday August 17, 2026 Waterford
Morning: Travel to Cobh, the picturesque town/port from which many of our ancestors left Ireland. Visit the Queenstown Story visitor centre. Then proceed to County Tipperary. In the town of Cashel, enjoy a guided tour of the Rock of Cashel. Afternoon: Proceed to the attractive harbour town of Waterford, where we visit the Waterford Crystal Retail Store. Evening: Enjoy a fun-filled music session with local musician, Ben Delaney, & friends (including Brendan Scott & John Howie). Overnight: Treacys Hotel. (B)
DAY 13 Tuesday August 18, 2026 Dublin
Depart Waterford and head north towards Dublin. On the way, visit the excellent Avoca Handweavers mill, shop & café. Also, visit the ruins at Glendalough. On arrival in Dublin, afternoon drinks (own expense) at O'Donoghue's Pub, including performance by one of John Howie's favourite Irish ballad groups. Evening: Join John Howie and Brendan Scott on a walk through Dublin's famous Temple Bar precinct, including a visit to one or two of John Howie's favourite music pubs, & a walk across the famous Ha'penny Bridge. Overnight: The Spencer Hotel. (B)
DAY 14 Wednesday August 19, 2026 Dublin
Morning: Enjoy a sightseeing coach tour of Dublin, with local guide. See the Doors of Dublin, St Patrick's Cathedral, Christ Church Cathedral, and O'Connell Street. We then visit Trinity College. See the Book of Kells and the Old Library. Then visit the excellent National Museum. We then walk through St. Stephen's Green, and along Grafton Street, to the famous statue of Molly Malone. Our tour concludes with lunch at a well-known Dublin music pub, including performance by another of John Howie's favourite Irish ballad groups. Afternoon: Free time. Evening: Attend fabulous Irish Cabaret Show, featuring traditional Irish music & dancing. (B,L,D)
DAY 15 Thursday August 20, 2026 Liverpool
Morning: Fly to Liverpool, UK. Afternoon: Visit The Beatles Story exhibition. Evening: Free time. You may like to visit Mathew Street (location of the Cavern Club, where The Beatles performed, early days). Or, you may like to visit The Caledonia (a popular live music venue in Liverpool). Overnight: Radisson Blu Hotel, Liverpool. (B)
DAY 16 Friday August 21, 2026 Liverpool
Morning: Sightseeing coach tour of Liverpool, with local guide. Visit Penny Lane, Strawberry Fields, Mathew Street, and other important Beatles sites. Afternoon: Free time. Late afternoon: Enjoy 50 minute Mersey River cruise. We will sing the Gerry & the Pacemakers song, Ferry Cross the Mersey. Evening: Enjoy a special concert... Brendan Scott Live in Liverpool! (B)
DAY 17 Saturday August 22, 2026 Edinburgh
Today we travel, by coach, to Edinburgh, Scotland. On the way visit England's beautiful Lakes District, including the charming villages of Windermere and Bowness. Afternoon: Arrive in Edinburgh. While we are there, the city will be hosting the spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, and the colourful Fringe Festival. Evening: Explore the colourful Fringe Festival activity, in the streets of Edinburgh. You may like to attend a Fringe Festival concert (optional). Overnight: Accommodation to TBC (to be confirmed). (B)
DAY 18 Sunday August 23, 2026 Edinburgh
Morning: Enjoy a coach tour of Edinburgh, with local guide, including historic Old Town area (including Royal Mile) and New Town area (Georgian architecture). Also, visit the port of Leith. Afternoon: Free time for you to explore Edinburgh and the Fringe Festival. Evening: Enjoy a traditional Scottish dinner at one of Edinburgh's best restaurants. (B,D)
DAY 19 Monday August 24, 2026 Edinburgh
Morning: Visit historic Edinburgh Castle. Afternoon: Free time for you to further explore Edinburgh & enjoy the outstanding Fringe Festival. Evening: Attend the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo a unique blend of music, ceremony, entertainment and theatre. (B)
DAY 20 Tuesday August 25, 2026 Departure
Morning: Depart Edinburgh. Travel by coach to Glasgow, for our flights back to Australia. Before arriving at Glasgow Airport enjoy a short sightseeing coach tour of Glasgow. Our flight departs Glasgow Airport at 2.35pm. (B)
DAY 21 Wednesday August 26, 2026 Australia
Morning: Arrive back in Australia and the tour concludes.
| TWIN FARE PER PERSON | SINGLE FARE |
|---|---|
| $14,470 | $17,465 |
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International touring can involve a considerable amount of walking and stair climbing in the places visited and it is important that all tour participants have a level of physical fitness that allows them to take part in this activity without the need for assistance from others.
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Travelrite International Pty Ltd. ABN 64 005 817 078 is the tour operator.
Tour Costs
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Refunds
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ABOUT TRAVELRITE INTERNATIONAL:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd (ABN 64 005 817 078) is a well-established family-owned business that's been operating in Melbourne's eastern suburbs for more than 40 years. Travelrite International is a full member of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA), is fully Accredited with ATAS (A10538) and IATA. As such they directly represent the major airlines of the world and all major domestic and international hotel, tour and transport operators.
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