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Scenic Northern Ireland

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  • 1
  • 8 Days
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Vassi & team

ASA

Kindly note that until March 2024, self drive programs are not available.

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Scenic Northern Ireland

from

USD

761

/ person
  • 8 Days

Scenic Northern Ireland

From the Giant’s Causeway to Belfast City’s four diverse quarters, you will be won over by all that Northern Ireland has to offer. Explore the north of Ireland in this 8 Day self-drive tour. After a Dublin tour you’ll be on the road north experiencing some of the most spectacular scenery in Ireland.

Welcome to Dublin!

Arrive in Dublin. In the afternoon, take in the attractions of Europe’s most popular city in a Dublin tour. Don’t miss Trinity College, the Book of Kells, the National Museum, the National Gallery and trendy Temple Bar. Taking a break from sight-seeing, Grafton St. (Dublin’s favourite shopping district) has everything you need to relax. Visit Bewley’s Café and enjoy an Irish coffee in a favourite venue of many of Dublin’s literary greats. Also on the Dublin tour, venture down Wicklow St. to find quaint bistros and the Powerscourt Shopping Centre, which boasts the perfect combination of variety and a stunning setting or maybe go alfresco with a picnic in St. Stephen’s Green. Once you’re refreshed, it’s back on the trail again seeking out all that Dublin has to offer. Read more

Co. Dublin for 1 night

Boyne Valley Tour

As you leave the bustling urban delight of Dublin behind and head towards the Irish midlands and the Boyne Valley region, you’ll notice a change in your surrounding. On the Boyne Valley Tour you will enjoy fields upon fields of greenery stretch out in every direction as you edge close to your next destination: The ancient wonder that is Newgrange. Also on the Boyne Valley Tour you will get immersed in the megalithic passage grave at Newgrange features elaborate stone carvings and the tomb itself predates the Roman civilisation, England’s Stonehenge and even the pyramids of Egypt! Continue towards Belfast City. En route a stop off at Carrickfergus Castle is always a treat. The fascinating building is one of the best preserved medieval structures in Ireland. Before going to bed, have a look around the local pubs. Traditional music is still strong all over Ireland and Belfast is no exception. Read more

Co. Antrim for 1 night

Visit Belfast

After a Boyne Valley tour, you will spend a full day in Belfast. This thriving city is divided into four quarters: the Gaeltacht Quarter, the Cathedral Quarter, the Queen’s Quarter and the Titanic Quarter. Visit Belfast to see that each quarter has its own defining characteristics, but the one that unifies them is the peop le and their charismatic nature and welcoming charm. Don’t miss the Titanic Belfast. There are nine galleries of interactive exhibition space, a dark ride, underwater exploration theatre, recreations of the ship’s decks and cabins and a luxurious conference and banqueting suite. As you visit Belfast you will discover that this landmark structure is truly a sight to behold, with a unique architectural design influenced by numerous maritime themes, including the unforgettable forward bow of the Titanic itself. Rest and prepare for the Antrim Coast tour the next day. Read more

Co. Antrim for 1 night

The Antrim Coast Tour

After you finished to visit Belfast, take the scenic route toward the Giant’s Causeway is a must as you will pass through a variety of picturesque coastal villages which will fascinate you as you edge ever closer to the causeway. While on the Antrim Coast tour, stop at Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, originally constructed by fishermen as a means to check their salmon nets on Carrick-a-Rede Island. Nowadays visitors flock to this attraction to take this exhilarating challenge and cross the gap. Continue on to the causeway which is a truly magical place. Unlike anything you’ve ever seen before, you will be overwhelmed by the sheer beauty of it. Set against a dynamic coastal landscape with views of crushing Atlantic waves and rugged cliffs, the causeway forms a jagged formation, which juts out in Scotland’s direction. Next on your Antrim Coast tour, walk along the columns, feel the fresh open breeze and listen for the lingering whispers of those characters from old folklore tales. Read more

Co. Derry for 1 night

Derry

After the Antrim Coast tour experience, explore the City of Derry is known for its culture, creativity and the strong heritage that encompasses the city and its legendary walls, reaching back as far at the 17th Century. Taking the city’s heritage trail you’ll discover the origins of one of the longest inhabited places in Ireland as well as its magnificent walls. There are over 100 sites of historical interest along the trail from cathedrals and churches to parks, villages, murals and monuments. You will travel from Derry toDonegal through the scenic of the Inishowen Peninsula. This beautiful coastal drive is lined with activities and stunning natural sights – Slieve Snaght (the highest point in Inishowen), the Knockamany Bends (stand atop the cliff and admire the views of the Five Fingers Strand) and Fort Dundee (originally a military fort and now a military museum). Read more

Co. Donegal for 1 night

The Donegal Coast

Today visit the impressive Sliabh League (Slieve League) cliffs at Ti Linn. The cliffs are among the highest sea cliffs in Europe and they rise 601m from sea level and offer magnificent views across the Atlantic ocean across Donegal Bay to counties Letrim, Sligo and Mayo. Don't miss a visit to Glenveagh National Park (Ireland’s largest National Park) which is a great location to enjoy the country air and take in your surroundings. Covering over 16,000 hectares in the heart of the Derryveagh mountains, visitors are invited to embark on an array of walking trails with guides, which deal with different themes within the park, such as sites of historical significance.Venture back to the 18th, 19th and 20th Centuries through the portal of Glencolmcille Folk Village Museum. Six replica thatched cottages on a hillside make up this folk park, filled with authentic furnishings covering the three centuries of life in the area. The entire village is designed, built and maintained by the locals, giving a true example to the pride of this community. Read more

Co. Donegal for 1 night

Dublin via Tyrone and Monasterboice

It’s time to head south again and make your way back to Dublin. This drive will see you surrounded by expansive and beautiful scenery, but why not break up the drive with a trip to Omagh and the Ulster American Folk Park. This open air museum in Castletown (just outside Omagh) explores the historical link between Ulster and America, dealing mainly with those particular immigrants who sailed from Ulster to America in the 18th and 19th Centuries. There are around thirty buildings in the park - some of these are recreations but others are originals, which have been restored with the utmost of care. As you leave Tyrone and head south, you can take a short diversion to County Louth, where you'll find Monasterboice. This intriguing monastic site is comprised of a large cemetery, two churches, one of the tallest round towers in Ireland and two of the tallest high crosses. Read more

Co. Dublin for 1 night

Departure

Morning at leisure to either shop for those souvenirs on Grafton Street or spend a few hours taking in more of all the wealth of attractions that you may have missed earlier. Depart for Dublin Airport.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Day in trip
Location
Hotel
Day 1
Location Dublin City Centre
Day 2
Location Belfast
Day 4
Location Derry
Day 5
Location Killybegs
Day 7
Location County Dublin

TRIP PACKAGE

Package includes

  • 7 Night's Accommodation in 3/4-star suggested hotels or similar
  • 7 Full Irish Breakfasts
  • Rental Car (category C) for 8 days with Reduced Excess Insurance and Unlimited Mileage
  • Travel Documents
  • Expert Advice & 24/7 Emergency Phone Assistance

Package excludes

  • Airfare
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Entrances to visitor attractions
  • Visa, consular fees or any other formalities.
  • Meals (apart from breakfast) and Beverages
  • Additional journeys and transfers

More information

  • ** Children under 2 - free of charge when sharing a room with 2 full paying adults;
  • ** Children 2 - 11 - supplement starting from EURO 150 when sharing a room with 2 full paying adults;
  • ** Children 12 and over - treated as adults;

ASA DMC offer the following services: 3/4/5* <br><br> Price indication: <br> This varies completely on location and duration.

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CONTACT THE SUPPLIER

THE TEAM

Vassi Condurache

Jessica Montin

Olga

Kindly note that until March 2024, self drive programs are not available.

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