Discover Northern Ireland
Departures on Thursdays from Dublin
March to October
A 3 day exploration of the highlights of Northern Ireland including the iconic sites of The Giants Causeway, Belfast and the Titanic Quarter, one of the world’s great gardens at Mount Stewart, the brooding granite peaks of the Mourne Mountains and several of the dramatic locations used in the TV series “Game of Thrones”. For an in-depth insight into the wonderful scenery and history of this small country, this is the tour to choose.
Stay 2 nights in the seaside resort of Bangor on the outskirts of Belfast.
DEPARTURE FROM DUBLIN: Nassau St, Dublin, Opposite the Kilkenny Shop
The tour departs at 9:00am and returns at approx. 7:00pm on Day 3.
Itinerary
Day
1
Belfast & Titanic Quarter
Thursday
You depart Dublin and travel north. You pass through picturesque countryside as you journey to Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland. Here you take a short city tour which covers the capital’s triumphs, tragedies and soul. You get time to discover the Titanic Quarter, a regenerated hub where the famous liner was built and launched in 1911.
Leaving its excellent museums and attractions by the afternoon, we head into the incredible rural landscapes of County Down, where you can discover the world-famous gardens and estate at Mount Stewart.
After exploring the dignified majesty of the 19th century estate, you’ll be driven a short way to the seaside town of Bangor, your cosy base for the next two nights.
Overnight - Bangor
Day
2
Game of Thrones & Giant's Causeway
Friday
Leaving Bangor in the morning, you head north, following the winding and magnificent Causeway Coastal Route. A truly sensational experience, the journey encapsulates the sweeping valleys and eternal beauty of The Emerald Isle. Along the way you make stops in Glenarm and Ballycastle as well as some splendid attractions.
In the afternoon, you enter Giant’s Causeway, where geological beauty and myth collide spectacularly.
Leaving Giant’s Causeway, we venture through iconic locations from the TV series*, Game of Thrones, and discover the rich heritage of coastal Ireland.
Then you head back to your accommodation in Bangor, where you can relax with a craft beer in one hand and locally caught seafood in the other.
Overnight - Bangor
Day
3
St. Patrick & the Irish Sea
Saturday
Beginning a new day of sights and adventures, you leave Bangor and set out along the Ards Peninsula. At Portaferry, we set off on the picturesque ferry across the “Narrows” of Strangford Loch, where you have ample time for photos, whilst taking in the sights, sounds and scents of the loch.
Then it’s off to Castle Ward, the location for Winterfell from Game of Thrones. You have the opportunity to discover where the famed and fictional Starks made their dwelling, and what living conditions would have been like for the real residents. From here, you follow in the holy footsteps of St Patrick through his historic, beautiful country. You will have time for lunch here and perhaps a visit to Down Cathedral in Downpatrick or the St Patrick’s centre.
Then it’s a stunning, winding drive into the Mourne Mountains, where you’ll stand in awe amongst the towering granitepeaks. From here we have a final stop at the shores of Carlingford Loch, before arriving in Dublin around 19.00.
2024 Dates and Prices
Room Type | Single B&B | Double B&B | Single Hotel | Double Hotel |
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Apr 1-May 31 | $959.00$959.00 | $929.00$929.00 | $1299.00$1299.00 | $959.00$959.00 |
Jun 1-Sep 30 | $1019.00$1019.00 | $989.00$989.00 | $1349.00$1349.00 | $1019.00$1019.00 |
Oct 4-Oct 31 | $959.00$959.00 | $929.00$929.00 | $1299.00$1299.00 | $959.00$959.00 |
Prices are land-only per person in Canadian dollars
Exclusions: Lunch, dinner & refreshments. Entrances to all visitor attractions paid locally
Contact for child rates. Children under 5 years of age are not accepted.
There is a luggage restriction of 20kg (44lbs) per person plus a small bag for onboard personal items. Unfortunately, Rabbie’s are unable to store excess luggage.
2025 Dates and Prices
Room Type | Single B&B | Double B&B | Single Hotel | Double Hotel |
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Apr 3-May 29 | $1119.00$1119.00 | $1049.00$1049.00 | $1479.00$1479.00 | $1119.00$1119.00 |
Jun 5-Sep 25 | $1179.00$1179.00 | $1109.00$1109.00 | $1539.00$1539.00 | $1179.00$1179.00 |
Prices are land-only per person in Canadian dollars
Exclusions: Lunch, dinner & refreshments. Entrances to all visitor attractions paid locally
Contact for child rates. Children under 5 years of age are not accepted.
There is a luggage restriction of 20kg (44lbs) per person plus a small bag for onboard personal items. Unfortunately, Rabbie’s are unable to store excess luggage.
Tour Highlights
- The City of Belfast
- Titanic Quarter
- Mount Stewart
- The Causeway Coastal Route
- The Giant's Causeway
- Glenarm and Ballycastle
- Castle Ward - "Winterfell" from "Game of Thrones"
- Mourne Mountains
Tour Inclusions
- Transportation by top of the range Mercedes minicoach for a more personal experience with a maximum of 14 passengers on tour; Air conditioning as standard.
- Services of an experienced local driver/guide
- 2 nights ensuite accommodation
- Full Irish breakfast daily