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Trip Length
7 Days
Trip Starts
Dublin
Trip Finishes
Dublin
Trip Style
Small Group
Accommodation
Boutique
Max. Group Size
18
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
BHIDD2
Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Back-Roads 7 Day Castles & Causeways: A Journey to Northern Ireland. Captivating nature, centuries of enthralling history and an abundance of rural charm - the island of Ireland has so much to offer those lucky enough to visit. Join us on this immersive tour and experience local hospitality, intriguing legends, grand castles and long-standing traditions - from County Dublin to the coast and back again.
Itinerary
The County of Dublin is where we'll begin our journey around the captivating Emerald Isle. Meet us at the hotel and get to know your like-minded travel companions over a delicious welcome meal. Here's to the grand adventure ahead! Stay: Grand Hotel Malahide (or similar) (D)
After breakfast, we'll board the mini-coach and set a course for Belfast – stopping along the way to admire one of Ireland's grand castles. Upon arrival in Northern Ireland's capital, we'll pay a visit to the Titanic Museum and discover the personal stories surrounding the infamous ship's fateful journey. After a history-filled day, just a taste of what's to come, the evening will be yours to explore Belfast at your leisure. Stay: Titanic Hotel Belfast (or similar) (B)
You don't have to delve deep into Northern Ireland's past to see its influences on contemporary culture – and this morning's Black Cab tour of Belfast's street art and political murals will serve as proof. After enjoying some free time for lunch, it's time to explore 150 years of history held within the walls of Crumlin Road Gaol. We'll finish our day back at the hotel in Belfast, where we'll have some free time to spend at our leisure. Stay: Titanic Hotel Belfast (or similar) (B)
Today it's out of the city and onwards to the spectacular North Irish Coast. Our first captivating stop will be the otherworldly Giant's Causeway, with its intriguing interlocking basalt columns. We'll enjoy some free time to marvel at the impressive structures - before continuing on to Derry/Londonderry. Tonight, we'll reconvene for a hearty included dinner. (B/D)
Today we've a whole day to spend getting to know Derry/Londonderry a little bit better - starting with a morning walking tour of the 17th-century Derry Walls and their murals. Did you know that Derry is the only remaining completely walled city in Ireland? After visiting the Museum of Free Derry, the city will be yours to explore as you please. From a variety of fascinating museums to the Dickensian-style Craft Village, you won't be short of things to do! (B)
First stop today: Ulster American Folk Park. Here, we'll follow the lives of those who bravely left the thatched cottages of Ulster behind to journey across the Atlantic and start a life in the New World. This afternoon it's back on the road, as we set our sights on charming County Cavan – where a delicious farewell meal with the group awaits. Stay: Cabra Castle (or similar) (B/D)
Today, we'll enjoy the journey back to Dublin – taking in sweeping views of the surrounding countryside along the way. There's a visit to a local whiskey distillery on the cards, before we say our goodbyes upon arriving back in County Dublin. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Set foot on the basalt columns of the legendary Giant's Causeway
- Uncover the stories behind the infamous journey of the Titanic in Belfast
- Receive a fascinating insight into the Irish Emigration to the New World at Ulster American Folk Park
- 6 nights in hand-picked accommodation
- Premium mini-coach transportation
- Experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader and Driver
- 6 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Prices are for land/cruise only. International flights not included.
Prices & Dates
There are currently no departures available on this trip. Either it's the end of the season and new departures will be released shortly, or this itinerary has been changed and will no longer continue. Feel free to contact us for information about when next seasons dates will be released or click here to view the general release dates for all destinations.
Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Back-Roads. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Back-Roads. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Back-Roads. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Back-Roads. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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