Brendan Vacations has announced the launch of a new Small Group Tour travel style set to debut in 2026, alongside expanded accommodation and experience options for its Celtic region itineraries.
The new travel style limits capacity to between 18 and 24 guests per tour and includes the services of a dedicated travel director and at least one Make Travel Matter Experience on each itinerary. The company is introducing four tours under this format.
The nine-day Timeless Ireland & Ashford Castle itinerary features a stay at Ashford Castle, a city tour of Dublin and a coastal hike at the Cliffs of Moher, while the 10-day Ireland at Leisure tour covers Galway, the Aran Islands and Cork, with activities including learning about seaweed at the Ring of Kerry and distillery visits.
In addition, the 12-day Incredible Ireland itinerary includes accommodations at Dromoland Castle, visits to Killarney National Park and Glensane Farm and a distillery experience. The nine-day Wild Scotland & Isle of Skye tour includes two nights on the Isle of Skye, a Glasgow street walking art tour and an Edinburgh experience featuring cocktails and live performances.
The company has also added four new accommodations to its itinerary options, including Dunluce Lodge, a five-star resort on Northern Ireland's Causeway Coast, and Seaton House, located in St. Andrews.
Two new activities have been added for flexible Scotland itineraries. The Harry Potter Train & Scenic Highlands day tour includes exploration of Inverness and a ride on the Jacobite Steam Train across the Glenfinnan Viaduct. Edinburgh People's Story is a 1.5-hour private walking tour that covers the city's history with a local guide.
"With the introduction of our new Small Group Tours, we're giving travel advisors more options to create vacations that truly feel personal for their clients," said Catherine Reilly, managing director of Brendan Vacations. "These smaller tours emphasize depth over distance, offering travelers the chance to experience Ireland and Scotland in a more meaningful way. From connecting with locals and savoring authentic dining to enjoying exclusive stays in boutique and iconic properties like Ashford Castle, these new tours use their size to deliver experiences that are both distinctive and unforgettable."
Editor’s Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by Brendan Vacations. It has been fact-checked and reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.
