Birdies & Barrels

Golf on one shore, single malt on the other. Somewhere in between, on the open water, is where this trip really begins.

The ultimate guys trip begins in the North of Ireland where you check in to Dunluce Lodge with stunning views. Enjoy the infamous courses nearby such as Royal Portrush and Royal County Down before taking on the Giant’s Causeway. Say goodbye to Ireland and hit the open water to begin your exploration of Islay, one of the most famous locations for Scotch. We recommend visiting two distilleries per day and enjoying a hearty lunch in between.

“Our travel designer listened when we said we wanted something special without every day feeling overplanned, and she got that balance exactly right.”

— Traveler

Trip highlights

Every trip RTC builds is reflective of the traveler.

This means what you see is a starting point, and we can take any trip inspiration and custom build a new experience around you, your wants and your budget.

  • Famous golf courses used for tournaments
  • Cliff views with ties to Game of Thrones
  • Learning the nuances between whisky & whiskey