Dublin to Dunluce Castle, Giant's Causeway, Dark Hedges & Belfast, Dublin

There are no hard border checks between Ireland and Northern Ireland. Experience Northern Ireland's only UNESCO World Heritage Site with a unique guided tour from Dublin. Explore the stunning Giant's Causeway, and visit other iconic sites such as the Dark Hedges, Dunluce Castle, and Belfast.

Our tour ensures you get ample time at each attraction without feeling rushed. It's also a fantastic way to travel, with the option to end your tour in Belfast—luggage is welcome! Enjoy some sightseeing along the way, rather than just a simple transfer to Belfast.

Inclusions & Exclusions

✔ Belfast City

✔ The Giant's Causeway

✔ Professional guide

✔ Luggage compartment

✔ Drive along the Northern Ireland coast seeing beautiful landscapes

✔ All other attractions can be seen without extra charges

✔ In-vehicle air conditioning

✔ Live commentary on board

✔ The Dark Hedges

✖ Food and drinks

✖ Hotel pickup and drop-off

Departure & Return

Departure: ,

Please be at the departure point 5 - 10 mins before our tour leaves.

Meeting point: Outside Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane, Parnell Square N, Dublin 1, at 6:45 am
Return point: 12 Aston Quay, Temple Bar, Dublin, D02 TE81, Ireland between 7:30pm and 8:30pm

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Itinerary

1

Dunluce Castle Located on a basalt outcropping right on the north coast of Antrim. This Castle was once the seat of Clan MacDonnell and stood throughout the medieval era as a bastion against invaders from both land and sea. Built in the 13th Century this fortification has seen its way through Irish history ( with a bit of Viking, Christian and British history too!!) and it will see you too as you witness its rugged beauty against the backdrop of the Northern Atlantic Ocean where the Castle stands vigil. Filled with haunting stories of collapsing walls and howling ghosts! Most recently it made an appearance in the Game of Thrones Tv Series as the great Pyke, castle and seat of House Greyjoy. Narnia too has its links to Dunluce as it provided inspiration to C.S.Lewis in his descriptions of Cair Paravel and has even been seen in a Jackie Chan movie called ‘The Medallion’ Dunluce might be the first stop of the day but it may well be the place you’ll never forget!

Duration: 5 minutes

2

Giant's Causeway Find the heart of Ireland’s Ancient mythological landscape at the other-worldly Giants Causeway. Walk among the great pillars of what was once an epic bridge to Scotland & constructed by none other than Finn McCool! It is said that once this bridge stretched all the way over to Scotland being built by Finn when he felt like fighting with a particularly fierce Scottish giant! Some say that ‘Nature doesn’t work in straight lines’, those who do have never been to the Giants Causeway. An area of over 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, most of which are hexagonal in shape having up to 8 sides. This magnificent landscape indeed looks like it by the hands of a giant but it is entirely naturally formed by the slow cooling of lava from an eruption millions of years ago. Recognized as one

Duration: 1.5 hours

3

The Dark Hedges The Dark Hedges being our third stop of the day is one that people travel from all over the world to enjoy. Recognized as one of the most iconic roads in Ireland, this avenue leads up to Gracehill House built around 1775. James Stuart who built the new home, constructed the road and planted the Beech tree’s which now arch over the road to form an atmospheric tunnel filled with the creaking of beams and the mottled light filtering through the canopy above. It can be a spooky enough experience at the Dark Hedges as they are said to be haunted by a mysterious ghost known as The Grey Lady… The Dark Hedges were made world famous by being featured in Game of Thrones representing nothing less than the King’s Road! It’s not all fantasy here though as they were also featured in the 2017 movie Transformers : The Last Knight. Whether it be Autobots, Ghosts, King Robert Baratheon or just the opportunity to take a stroll down this beautiful avenue; The Dark Hedges has what you seek.

Duration: 20 minutes

4

Belfast City Hall Belfast; The Capital City of Northern Ireland. Once called ‘Linenopolis’ & ‘Old Smoke’ for it’s important place in the history of industry in this part of the world. Belfast is the second largest city on the whole island and you will be dropped off right in the heart of it by the City Hall. You can explore City Hall, spot the Lantern on top of its 173 ft (53 m) dome and hear how it was rebuilt after the Belfast Blitz during the Second World War. Belfast is a city of convergence where all the myriad of Ireland can be found. It is unlike any other city on the island, a unique place to explore and experience. From Shipbuilding to the difficult history of The Trouble’s there is so much history to be found here in stone, iron but also in the people who live there. Head to the Crown Liquor Saloon to see a real Victorian Gin Palace or spot the inclination and check the time at Albert’s Clock. Explore Belfast!

Duration: 60 minutes

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

• Public transportation options are available nearby

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

• Not recommended for pregnant travelers

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

• Not recommended for small children. If they are very used to travelling on a bus tour (up to 2 hours between stops, up to 13 hours for the day) and very used to walking, please book 1 seat per child and bring your own child seat.

• If passengers are late to the pick up the bus will not wait for them even if they call the office before hand. Must make sure they are on time. If passengers are intoxicated at any stage of the tour they will not be allowed on/back on the bus.

• The pick up point is in the City Centre so there is no parking available for passengers to leave their cars for the entire day.

• Use the bathroom prior to coming to the pick up point. Bring a packed lunch and also wear comfortable clothing, comfortable shoes as well as a rainproof jacket.

• It is important to know that Northern Ireland use sterling and not euro but you are able to pay with card.

• It is the passengers responsibility to ensure that all Visa and travel documents are in order prior to the tour.

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