Northern Ireland 3-Day Tour from Dublin

About This Tour

Explore some of North Ireland’s highlights on a budget 3-day tour from Dublin. Visit Belfast and see some of the city’s most important sights. Marvel at the Giant’s Causeway, discover Dunluce Castle, take a walking tour of Derry, and more.Day 1: Dublin - Belfast city (overnight Belfast)Choose from one of two central Dublin collection locations and you’ll be on your way. Your first stop this morning is at Monasterboice, a monastic settlement dating back to 501 AD.By late morning you’ll arrive in Belfast. Discover why Lonely Planet regards Northern Ireland’s capital as one of the top 10 ‘must-visit’ cities on Earth. Your driver will show you highlights including City Hall, Queen’s University, Albert’s Clock, Botanic Gardens, and much more. With plenty of time at leisure to explore the city, the political “Black Taxi” tour (optional) is strongly recommended to view the Peace Wall and infamous political murals. The drivers are locals and can explain what life was like in Belfast during the conflict of 1969-1998.This evening you’ll stay downtown, in a most lively area with great pubs and restaurants catering to all tastes and budgets. Live music venues are plentiful, and Belfast is well known for its great nightlife.Day 2: Belfast - Giants Causeway - Dunluce Castle - DerryA glorious touring day cruising the beautiful North Coast. You will initially visit the Dark Hedges, famed by Game of Thrones. Then it’s the jackpot visit of the day: the Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Trace the footprints of Celtic giants as you walk the Giant’s Causeway, the proud location of an estimated 60,000 hexagonal columns of basalt rock formed by cataclysmic violent volcanic eruptions a long, long time ago. Listen to your guide wax lyrical about the giant warrior-hero Fionn McCool.Afterward, explore the amazing Dunluce Castle ruins with paid entrance. You’ll continue to the nearby city of Derry where you’ll spend the afternoon. There will be plenty of time at leisure after an e

What’s Included

• TransportationAccommodation, including breakfast (based on option selected)GuideEntrance feesLunch and dinnerAdditional attractionsCost of Black Taxi Tour, organised and paid to your driver/guide