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From Belfast: Giants Causeway Full Day Trip

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Travel through the dreamy coastal route of Northern Ireland, stop to admire stunning Norman castles and Irish fishing villages en route to the Giants Causeway.

Highlights

  • Sign up for a full day luxury coach tour from Belfast to a UNESCO treasured site with live commentary in a hearty Irish style.

  • Sit amongst 40,000 interlocking basalt columns arranged in a honeycomb pattern, where 60 million years of history will whisper their timeless tales.

  • Step into Ireland’s past as your guide paints you a vivid picture of how Carrickfergus and Dunluce Castle withheld Viking invasions and sieges.

  • A picnic at the Dark Hedges will transport you to the King's Road from the world of Game of Thrones.

  • Fun Fact: Giants Causeway got its name from an Irish legend — giant Finn McCool built the causeway to settle beef with another giant in Scotland.

Inclusions

  • Giants Causeway full-day trip

  • Expert English-speaking guide

  • Entry to Carrickfergus and Dunluce Castle

  • Roundtrip transfers (from Belfast)

  • Seat in a luxury Coach

Exclusions

  • Rope bridge walk (closed until 2024)

  • Cashendun Caves (during winters)

  • Personal expenses

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

This journey through the quaint Irish coastal countryside is dotted with pretty cottages, green cliffs, fishing villages, and sea views. Expect to be mesmerized with sights that look right out of a painting.

The Giant wonder

Imagine sitting amongst the 40,000 basalt columns some as high as 12 meters and some engulfed by the shallow shore, all hexagonal in shape arranged like a honeycomb. And ponder how the Giants Causeway came to be — was it Nature’s creation through volcanic eruption or the mythical giant Finn McCool? No matter what you believe, let your imagination run wild and see what stories these rocks have in store for you.

Tales of Two Castles

Get whisked away into the Norman past with your visit to some of the oldest Irish castles. Wander through the 900 year old Carrickfergus castle as you hear the many stories its walls witnessed. Some miles away, perched on the edge of a rock you’ll find the story of Dunsel Castle, a luxurious home of the McDonalds, left to the forces of nature after a terrible accident.

Game of Thrones IRL

Step into the magical world of Game of Thrones. Imagine walking through the King's Road at the Dark Hedges, exploring the city of Bravos at Carnlough Harbour and Storm’s End at the Cashendun Caves. The romantic allure of fresh Irish sea breeze and emerald landscapes will enchant you even if you are not a GoT fan.

Itinerary

Summer schedule (March to October)

  • Depart Belfast at 9 am

  • Carrickfergus Castle

  • Carnlough Harbour

  • Cashendun Caves

  • The Dark Hedges

  • Carrick a Rede Rope Bridge (excluded until 2024)

  • Giant's Causeway

  • Dunluce Castle

  • Return to Belfast

Winter schedule (November to February)

  • Depart Belfast at 9am

  • The Dark Hedges

  • Dunluce Castle

  • Giant's Causeway

  • Carrick a Rede Rope Bridge (excluded until 2024)

  • Carnlough Harbour

  • Carrickfergus Castle

  • Return to Belfast

What to bring

  • Rainproof jacket/raincoat for those unexpected coastal showers.

  • Packed lunch to enjoy a picnic at the Dark Hedges.

  • Money for lunch and refreshments

Additional note

  • Wear warm clothes since the coastal route can be cold all year round.

  • Comfortable shoes will be your BFF — there will be a lot of walking and some uneven ground.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting Point

  • Meet your guide at Citysightseeing Belfast Tour Shop.

  • Address: 10 Great Victoria St, Belfast BT2 7BA, United Kingdom.

  • Landmark: Next to Subway Sandwich and across the road from Grand opera House.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Bus

  • The closest bus stop is Grand Opera House. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the meeting point.

  • Board buses #513, #515, #518a and more to get you there.

By Train

  • The closest train station is Great Victoria Street. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the meeting point.

  • Board trains #1, #2 and #3 to get you there.

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