Brendan Vacations unveils new Small Group Tour travel style

New accommodation options also allow travel advisors to further personalize flexible itineraries with stays that feel unique to every traveller. These include:

• Dunluce Lodge, the only five-star resort on Northern Ireland’s Causeway Coast, which offers coastal views, spa treatments and an on-site restaurant
• Seaton House, located in the birthplace of golf, St. Andrews, is located near ancient ruins, artisan shops and local cafes
• The Dean is a boutique hotel in the heart of Galway city with uniquely decorated rooms, a gym and health club, hydrotherapy pool and rooftop views of Eyre Square
• The Scott Hotel in Edinburgh is a four-star gem housed within an 18^th-century baronial house featuring 36 rooms with complimentary access to nearby fitness facilities

Rounding out guests’ vacations in Scotland are new activities that expand Brendan Vacations’ selection of experiences. These include:

• Harry Potter Train & Scenic Highlands:On this day tour in the Highlands, guests will explore Inverness with its ancient ruins and sweeping beaches, plus ride aboard the legendary Jacobite Steam Train, travelling across the Glenfinnan Viaduct, the recognizable pass from the Harry Potter films
• Edinburgh People’s Story: This 90-minute private walking tour through Edinburgh offers an exclusive look into the lives that helped shape the city, from kings and clergy to everyday citizens

“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 travellers the chance to experience Ireland and Scotland in a more meaningful way. From connecting with locals and savouring 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.”

Bookings for the new Small Group itineraries and expanded flexible options are now open for 2026 departures at brendanvacations.com/en-ca.