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Experience Ireland at its most magical on this unforgettable Halloween journey through Ireland and Northern Ireland. Explore vibrant cities, ancient monuments, dramatic coastlines, and historic castles as you travel from Dublin to Belfast, Derry, Monaghan, and back to the capital. Highlights include Titanic Belfast, the Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Marble Arch Caves, Castle Leslie Estate, and the prehistoric wonder of Newgrange. The tour culminates with the world-famous Derry Halloween Festival, where spectacular parades, costumes, and celebrations bring Ireland’s rich folklore to life. Blending history, culture, stunning scenery, and spooky seasonal experiences, this unique adventure offers an authentic taste of Ireland’s legendary past and festive spirit.
Accommodation: 7 nights ensuite accommodation
Transportation: Modern touring coach
Meals: Full breakfast daily, 5 evening meals
Team: Experienced local RIT driver & guide
Activities & Experiences: Crafted to give you the most complete journey, this tour features 7 handpicked activities and experiences
Meet your RIT-approved guide and driver this morning and depart Dublin for Northern Ireland. Along the journey, stop at the ancient monastic settlement of Monasterboice, home to some of Ireland’s most impressive Celtic high crosses and early Christian ruins. Continue north for a memorable Irish Coffee experience at Hinch Distillery, where you will learn about the distilling process while enjoying a warm local welcome. Arrive in Belfast for a panoramic city tour featuring the famous political murals and historic neighborhoods that tell the story of Belfast’s complex past and vibrant present. Afterward, check in to the elegant Bedford Hotel, ideally located in the heart of the city. This evening, gather with your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner at the hotel.
Included Meals Dinner
Overnight Bedford Hotel, Belfast View All
After breakfast, visit the award-winning Titanic Belfast Experience, an immersive journey through the history of the Titanic from its construction in Belfast to its ill-fated maiden voyage. The remainder of the day is free to explore Belfast at your own pace. Consider visiting the Ulster Museum, the historic Crumlin Road Gaol, or St. George’s Market for local food and crafts. Belfast’s lively pub scene also offers plenty to enjoy, with traditional music and welcoming atmospheres at favorites such as The Crown Liquor Saloon, Kelly’s Cellars, or The Duke of York.
Included Meals Breakfast
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Depart Belfast this morning and travel along the stunning Causeway Coastal Route toward Derry. En route, visit the world-famous Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its dramatic basalt columns and legends of Irish giant Finn McCool. Continue to nearby Dunluce Castle for a guided tour with local historian Mark Rodgers, who will bring the castle’s fascinating history and cliffside setting to life. Arrive in Derry later in the day and check in to The Everglades Hotel where we will be having dinner this evening.
Included Meals Breakfast, Dinner
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This morning, enjoy a guided walking tour of Derry, one of Ireland’s most historic and culturally rich cities. Walk along the famous 17th-century walls while learning about the city’s history, architecture, and modern identity. After some free time to explore at your own pace, enjoy an included dinner before immersing yourself in the world-famous Derry Halloween Festival. The evening comes alive with street performers, costumes, live music, illuminated parades, and festive celebrations throughout the city centre.
Included Meals Breakfast, Dinner
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After breakfast, depart Derry and journey south toward County Monaghan. Along the way, visit the spectacular Marble Arch Caves, where guided tours reveal a fascinating underground world of rivers, caverns, and limestone formations. Continue onward to Castle Leslie Estate and check in to The Lodge at Castle Leslie. Enjoy time to relax and take advantage of the estate’s many activities, including walking trails, equestrian experiences, or simply enjoying the peaceful countryside surroundings. Dinner will be served at the hotel this evening.
Included Meals Breakfast, Dinner
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Begin the day with a guided history tour of Castle Leslie Estate, learning about the estate’s heritage, famous visitors, and beautifully preserved grounds. Later, depart Monaghan and travel back toward Dublin with a stop at Newgrange, the remarkable prehistoric passage tomb older than the pyramids of Egypt. Enjoy a guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site before continuing to Dublin. Upon arrival, check in to the Camden Court Hotel. This evening, experience Dublin’s darker side aboard the famous DoDublin Ghostbus Tour, combining theatrical storytelling with tales of haunted history and local legends.
Included Meals Breakfast
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Today is free to enjoy Dublin at your leisure. Explore the city’s many attractions such as Trinity College and the Book of Kells, Dublin Castle, Grafton Street, or the Guinness Storehouse. In the evening, join a haunted walking tour through Dublin’s historic streets and hidden alleyways, uncovering chilling stories from the city’s past. Conclude your journey with a farewell dinner at a traditional local pub featuring live Irish music, providing the perfect final celebration of your time in Ireland. O
Included Meals Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight Camden Court Hotel, Dublin View All
Following breakfast, transfer to Dublin Airport for your flight home, bringing your unforgettable Irish adventure to a close.
Included Meals Breakfast
Accommodation: 7 nights ensuite accommodation
Transportation: Modern touring coach
Meals: Full breakfast daily, 5 evening meals
Team: Experienced local RIT driver & guide
Activities & Experiences: Crafted to give you the most complete journey, this tour features 7 handpicked activities and experiences
Experience the electric atmosphere of Halloween in Derry, home to one of the world’s largest Halloween festivals.
Step back thousands of years at Newgrange, a prehistoric passage tomb older than the pyramids. Surrounded by ancient myths and Celtic legends, this mystical site offers a fascinating connection to Ireland’s spiritual past and the origins of Samhain, the ancient festival that inspired modern Halloween.
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