Giant’s Causeway, Belfast and Titanic Experience day tour from Dublin. Guided
Giant’s Causeway, Belfast and Titanic Experience day tour from Dublin. Guided
Come discover Northern Ireland's famous Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle, The Dark Hedges, Titanic Experience and vibrant Belfast city on this bucket list, locally guided day tour departing from Dublin City. Available all year. Min 1 Max 60
Duration
12 Hours
Details
Embark on a guided full-day adventure from Dublin to Northern Ireland’s most iconic sites. Your journey starts early with comfortable coach travel and expert commentary, bringing Ireland’s legends and landscapes to life. Capture stunning photos at the legendary Dunluce Castle perched high on the northern coastline before exploring the awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway, an otherworldly UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Stroll beneath the mystical canopy of the Dark Hedges, famed for its fantasy allure, and then revel in the vibrant energy of Belfast city centre. Dive deep into maritime history at the world-renowned Titanic Museum, your entrance fee is included! Immerse yourself in nine interactive galleries, innovative displays, and the very shipyard where the famous Titanic ocean liner was built. Explore the shipyard, travel to the depths of the ocean, and uncover the true legend of Titanic in Belfast, the city where it all began. The Titanic Experience tells the story of Titanic from conception, construction to launch. And also of her ill-fated maiden voyage that cemented the Titanic’s place in history.
Next enjoy at least 30 minutes exploring Belfast’s city centre at your own pace. Recharge your batteries before the journey back to Dublin, have a chance to shop or grab a bite eat before the drive back to Dublin City centre.
This expertly curated tour blends natural wonders, rich history and a taste of local Northern Ireland culture, promising an effortless, memorable Irish experience packed with discovery and delight. Comfort, knowledge, and scenic beauty await on this unforgettable escape!
Itinerary
Itinerary:
6:45 Leave Parnell Square North, Dublin City centre
- As we leave from Dublin City centre and start traveling north, our highly trained guide will regale you with some amazing stories about Dublin, the surrounding countryside north of the city, and the Irish legends and myths that weave through the entire country. Learn about Ireland’s history as you make your way to the first stop of the day: Dunluce Castle.
Rest stop at service station
- We stop at a service station en-route for a rest/bathroom break/opportunity to purchase snacks/drinks.
Photo stop at the historic Dunluce Castle
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As we need to make our way right to the north coast of Ireland on this tour, this stop at Dunluce Castle is for 5 or 10 minutes. Dunluce Castle is simply too impressive to pass without giving our guests a few minutes to take a few photos and appreciate perhaps the most photogenic castle ruins in the whole of Ireland!The castle was built in 1513 and the remains of the structure as it sits atop the cliffs is still very impressive and of huge historic importance in Irish history.
Giant’s Causeway visit, approximately 1.5 hours
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After Dunluce Castle, we will make our way to the Giant’s Causeway, often referred to as the 8th wonder of the world. You will have approximately 1.5 hours to explore this unique UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Giant’s Causeway is by far the most visited tourist attraction in Northern Ireland.On this Giant’s Causeway tour from Dublin, you will learn all about this incredible geological enigma. It consists of 40,000 interlocking hexagonal basalt columns formed between 50 and 60 million years ago. Learn about why many locals believe in the mythical creation of the Giant’s Causeway by the Irish Giant Finn McCool, in an attempt to build a bridge to Scotland.
The Dark Hedges, approximately 20 minutes
- The Dark Hedges are a 300-year-old lane of beech trees, which makes for a wonderful photo opportunity for both the amateur (or professional) photographer. Originally planted as a driveway to Gracehill House, this lane of trees still impresses people over 300 years later.
- Considered the most photographed natural phenomena in Northern Ireland, the Dark Hedges feature in some famous films and TV series, such as Game of Thrones (they are part of King’s Road) and one of the Transformers movies.
Titanic Experience in Belfast, approximately 1.5 hours
- The entrance fee to the Titanic Experience in Belfast is included on this tour. Considered one of the world’s leading attractions, this hsitoric museum extends over nine interactive galleries. The Titanic Experience in Belfast gives a new dimension to its state-of-the-art exhibition, making use of special effects, rides, and full-scale reconstructions.
- The museum is a bucket list experience! The story of the Titanic is fascinating, a lot of time and attention has been invested into making this museum into a historically accurate, exceptional and very moving experience.
Visit Belfast City, approximately 30 minutes
- Enjoy the chance to explore Belfast on your own.Over the last 20 years, since the ending of the Troubles, Belfast has become one of the friendliest and most vibrant cities in Europe. Belfast has some of the trendiest bars and restaurants in the UK, especially in its particularly characterful Cathedral Quarter.
Arrive back in Dublin City centre around 7:30pm / 8:30pm
- After an amazing day visiting Northern Ireland on this bucket list day tour, arrive back in Dublin city centre around 7:30pm / 8:30pm
Meet Point
Inclusions:
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Guided coach tour
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Photo stop at Dunluce Castle
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Visit to Giant’s Causeway
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Visit to Dark Hedges
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Entrance ticket to Titanic Museum Belfast
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Free time in Belfast city centre
Exclusions:
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Food and drinks
Know Before you go:
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Participants should be comfortable with moderate walking and coach travel.
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Not suitable for people with limited mobility.
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Not suitable for children under 3 years. For young children used to travelling, a seat per child is required and you must bring your own child seat.
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Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes as the rocks at Giant’s Causeway can be slippery.
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