From the fire and ice of Iceland, to the wild nature and elegance of the legendary Scottish train, from the grand historic manors to the vast expanses of Ireland, this journey is truly impossible to summarize. So come, follow us!
Your adventure begins in Iceland, on this land that comes alive with the spectacle of bubbling volcanoes, roaring geysers, and crashing glaciers. From the Blue Lagoon to the Golden Circle, you’ll experience the exceptional nature of Iceland before heading to Scotland. A few steps later, you’ll enter a different world aboard the most luxurious train in the world. The Royal Scotsman welcomes you with legendary refinement and gracious hospitality, enveloping you in the romance of a bygone era of travel. Westward, the majestic landscapes of the Highlands unfold, offering an endless variety of greens, ocean blues, and shimmering Loch reflections. Imagine how the violin replaces the bagpipes, and how Ireland will offer you a captivating sequence of different colors, exciting legends, and elegant manors. It is to this exceptionally high-quality journey that we invite you today.
Fly in the afternoon to Keflavik. Upon arrival, the turquoise, warm waters of the Blue Lagoon await you for a relaxing swim amidst thick lava flows. In a lunar, then lush landscape, you’ll continue to the region of Hekla volcano, your first stop. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Hekla.
A day dedicated to exploring the Thórsmörk Glacier Valley, nestled between the Tindfjallajökull and Myrdalsjökull glaciers. You’ll cross numerous torrents tumbling from steep glacier-clad slopes before discovering the Gigjujökull glacier lagoon. The landscapes are magical: miniature birch forests, torrents, crevassed glaciers, waterfalls, and steep-walled canyons, making this one of the most spectacular sites on the island. After lunch, depart for Seljalandsfoss waterfall before returning to the hotel via scenic routes. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Today, you’ll follow the Eyjafjallajökull and Myrdalsjökull glaciers along the foothills to discover a strange coastline, from the dizzying Skógafoss waterfall (62m) to Skógar and the region's traditional houses, reaching Vik for lunch. After visiting the stunning Reynisfjara black sand beach and its impressive basalt organ formations, you’ll take the steep Reynisfjall mountain road, home to puffin colonies, before returning to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
This morning, follow the Hvita river to the “Golden Falls” of Gullfoss, often crowned by rainbows, considered one of Iceland’s most beautiful waterfalls, before entering the geothermal area of Geysir with its bubbling turquoise basins and the famous spectacle of geysers, such as Strokkur, which shoots a column of hot water up to 30 meters! After lunch, continue to Thingvellir, a vast rift basin alongside a fault several kilometers long and the only place in the world where tectonic plates can be seen at the surface! The natural site is breathtaking and is also the birthplace of a millennia-old nation, where the parliament was founded in 930. In the afternoon, arrive in Reykjavik for an orientation tour, dinner, and overnight at Hotel Nordica.
Morning flight to Paris / Flight from Paris to join the itinerary in Scotland.
Morning flight to Scotland for a day of relaxation in the very Scottish world of one of the most famous palaces in the world: GLENEAGLES, located in a verdant 340-hectare estate. After lunch, you can fully enjoy the magic of the place or choose from numerous activities offered: golf, clay pigeon shooting, salmon fishing, spa, aromatherapy, massages, etc. Dinner at the guest table and overnight at the hotel.
This morning, visit Edinburgh, from the castle proudly perched on its basalt rock, to the cobbled streets of the Old Town and Holyroodhouse Palace. After lunch, the ROYAL SCOTSMAN will welcome you with the sound of bagpipes for an exceptional journey filled with Art of Living and colors. Head west toward the River Clyde, the starting point for the majestic West Highland Line. Tea is served, and you’ll pass Loch Lomond – the largest in Scotland. After Ardlui, the ascent of Glen Falloch will offer its waterfalls. Further north, pass Bridge of Orchy with the spectacular view of Rannoch Moor before arriving at Spean Bridge, your overnight stop. After a gourmet dinner, Ray Owens, a Highlander, will recount the exploits of legendary Scottish heroes.
Breakfast is served in the splendid Highland setting on the way to Fort William. You’ll glimpse Ben Nevis (the highest point in the British Isles) and continue north along the coast to Arisaig, for a stroll on the beautiful Morrar Sands beach, with a superb view of the Isle of Skye and its mountains. Return on board for lunch, then continue to Bridge of Orchy for a cruise on Loch Awe, dominated by the ruins of Kilchurn Castle – A very Scottish postcard! Your train will await you at Taynuilt, the overnight stop (at station), just in time to prepare for the cocktail and followed by a festive dinner.
This morning, return toward Gourock. At Weymss Bay, disembark and take a ferry to Bute Island for its landscapes and rich history, from St Blane's Chapel to the Glen More village. You will also visit Mount Stuart, a spectacular Victorian Neo-Gothic construction that illustrates the extravagance of the 3rd Marquis of Bute with Scotland’s most beautiful private collection of family portraits. After tea, enjoy a free walk in this noble home, its peaceful rock garden, plant garden, and pine forest. The linden avenue will lead you to one of Scotland’s most beautiful beaches. After returning to the mainland, continue by train to Glasgow, then Stirling. Dinner and overnight aboard (at station) with the historic city dominated by the royal family’s castle as your backdrop.
Morning flight to Paris / Flight from Paris to join the itinerary in Ireland.
Last breakfast aboard and fly to Ireland. Upon arrival in Dublin, the tall brick houses, charming Georgian squares, and lively streets will lead you to . Nearby, visit the famous Trinity College, its cobbled courtyard, and the Old Library, home to the 11th-century illuminated Book of Kells. After lunch, take the Kilkenny route, Ireland’s best-preserved medieval city. At the Castle, famous historical events will be recounted, from the Butler saga to the darker episodes of Cromwell’s troops passing through. For your evening, we’ve chosen the enchanting MOUNT JULIET, a Palladian villa set in a 600-hectare estate, where we’ve reserved a table for your welcome dinner in Ireland.
A day trip to one of Europe’s most beautiful regions, the Ring of Kerry. From lake to waterfall, you’ll cross colorful villages in a magical landscape bordered by mountains and forests. After lunch, enter Killarney National Park with its lush vegetation of eucalyptus, aloe, and giant rhododendrons. To crown a day filled with color, enjoy dinner at the elegant ADARE MANOR before a peaceful night.
Today, you’ll encounter landscapes of extraordinary variety. Cross the Burren's stony desert and its mysterious prehistoric dolmens, then reach the giant Cliffs of Moher, with their 215-meter drop facing the Aran Islands and the hundreds of seabirds blending their cries with the crashing waves. After lunch, cross County Galway to reach the most famous home in the country, which will host you for the final stop. You’ll enjoy both the magnificent setting of ASHFORD CASTLE and its refined cuisine at your farewell dinner.
After the magnificent gardens of your castle, you’ll follow the panoramic route along Lake Lough Corrib. For its wild beauty, where the sky meets the sea or the lake waters, its endless expanses, isolated cottages, and herds of sheep, you’ll travel through the romantic region of Connemara, "the Emerald of Ireland." After lunch, fly from Galway to Dublin, then home, marking the end of one of the unique journeys imaginable.
Auchterarder: Gleneagles Hotel 5*
Kilkenny: Mount Juliet Hotel 5*
Killarney: Adare Manor 5*
Ashford: Ashford Castle 5*
TRAIN: The Royal Scotsman
