Dublin to Dunluce Castle, Giant's Causeway and Belfast Day Tour
Description
Discover the very best of Northern Ireland in a single unforgettable day, departing Dublin at 7:15 AM aboard a luxury coach. Journey north along the stunning Antrim Coast to Dunluce Castle, one of the most dramatic clifftop ruins in Ireland and a famous Game of Thrones filming location, with entrance included. Continue to the iconic Giant's Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where you can climb the ancient basalt columns, walk the coastal trails, and on a clear day, spot the Scottish coastline across the water. The day concludes in Belfast with a complimentary 70-minute walking tour led by a knowledgeable local guide, taking in highlights such as Belfast City Hall and Victoria Square. Prefer to explore independently? Free time is yours to shop, dine, or soak up the city's vibrant atmosphere at your own pace. This is a tour packed with history, natural wonder, and culture; all in one great-value day trip from Dublin.
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Itinerary
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive north aboard our luxury coach, departing at 7:15 AM from Dublin Bus Office, 59 O'Connell Street, Dublin 1. To ensure a smooth experience, please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
At around 9:15 AM, enjoy a 15-minute rest stop at Park Centre, Belfast, where you'll find a small café and bathroom facilities — a great chance to grab a coffee or a bite to eat before continuing on to the day's first major stop.
Arriving at around 11:00 AM, Dunluce Castle is one of the most dramatic landmarks on the Antrim Coast and a famous filming location for Game of Thrones, serving as the ancestral seat of House Greyjoy. You'll have approximately 30 minutes to explore this stunning clifftop ruin, with entrance included. Perched on the edge of the coast with breath taking views of the Atlantic Ocean, it's a fantastic opportunity to soak up the history and capture some unforgettable photos before continuing on to the Giant's Causeway.
Arriving at around 11:45 AM, discover the breath taking Giant's Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk across its famous hexagonal basalt columns, formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago, and hear the legendary tales of giants. Take in the dramatic coastal views, feel the fresh sea breeze, and capture stunning photos of this natural wonder. Explore the rugged trails, or simply soak in the magic of this iconic landscape. You'll have roughly 2hours and 15 minutes to explore at your own pace, with lunch options available nearby at The Nook pub (not included). The tour departs at around 2 PM, heading to Belfast for the final stop of the day.
Arriving in Belfast just after 3:00 PM, step into the city's rich history and culture with a captivating 70-minute walking tour led by a knowledgeable local guide. The tour begins at Belfast City Hall (restroom facilities available), which will also serve as the departure point later in the day. Along the way, discover the city's vibrant market, historic landmarks, and hidden gems. After the guided tour, enjoy ample free time to explore Belfast's charming streets, iconic attractions, and lively atmosphere at your own pace before departing for Dublin.
The tour returns to Dublin with a drop-off on D'Olier Street at roughly 8:00 PM, right in the heart of the city centre next to the Temple Bar area and close to O'Connell Bridge. It's a highly convenient location with excellent access to public transport, taxis, and a great selection of restaurants and pubs on your doorstep should you wish to round off the day.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Storage space available
- This tour is not suitable for kids aged 2 and under.
- Important Notice for Guests Prone to Motion Sickness: We want every guest to enjoy their time with us to the fullest. Our day tours cover long distances from Dublin to some of Ireland’s most spectacular sites. While the journeys are scenic, they can also involve extended periods of travel on winding roads. If you suffer from motion sickness, even mild, we strongly recommend that you carefully review each tour itinerary before booking. This will help you decide whether a full-day tour with significant travel is the right choice for you. Please note that we cannot guarantee front seats for guests, as seat allocation is managed for the safety and comfort of everyone on board. Guests are responsible for taking any necessary precautions (for example, medication or travel bands) to manage motion sickness. We welcome all passengers and want everyone to enjoy a safe and comfortable experience. By booking with us, you confirm that you are comfortable with the travel times and distances involved. Our goal is for every guest to enjoy Ireland’s beauty, not to feel unwell while travelling. If you have concerns about motion sickness, we kindly ask you to consider this carefully before booking.
- No bathrooms on board
Reviews(501)
Bus seating could have been better and there was no wifi (consider that you will seat on the bus for 5+ hrs and the scenery of the highway is not that great). Belfast walking tour was a bit disappointing, we walked less than .5 km in 1 hr, it was mostly around the city hall. I would have preferred to spend more time at the Giant's Causeway
Great tour guide, fun trip overall. Didn’t enjoy Belfast as much as Dunluce castle or Giants causeway but the tour guide made the whole trip fun and enjoyable.
Kevin was our guide and JP was our driver. They were a fantastic duo! I recommend getting to the bus early to secure a seat near the front. And I suggest sitting on the left side of the bus for better views. The Giant's Causeway was fantastic. You get two full hours and it is plenty of time to walk at a brisk pace starting at the more advanced red trail down to the easier blue trail, stop into the hotel for souvenirs, and get a pint at The Nook. I highly suggest packing a lunch or picking one up at the first bathroom break at the gas station. That way you maximize your time at both Giant's Causeway and Belfast. I was not expecting Belfast to be such a great stop, but I would absolutely consider traveling back to Ireland and staying in Belfast for a few days. It is a long day, but worth it!
It was excellent experience and fun. thanks to guide and driver :)
The tour was a good experience. The one arm guide was on fire! Everytihg ran on time. The big positive surprise was that the Dunluce Castle and Giant's Causeway was use to create the Led Zeppelin album cover "House of The Holy". What a scoop to see it in real! The Belfast guide city tour is a one hour walk with a lot of info about The Troubles (1968–1998) and it ends in front of the Titanic monument. I can recommend the tour!
It was a good trip, where you got something for the money. And set something for the money. So it can definitely be recommended. Especially the guide Maurice, one should hope to have, as he possesses a wide knowledge and likes to share it. When the tour doesn't score top points, it's due to the tight schedule. You could have used a minimum! One more hour in Belfast on the way home. For shopping, dining or just seeing the city. Maybe even 2 hours extra. Whether you're back at 8 pm or 10 pm, I don't think is important. So you should spend more time on your own in Belfast. Images must not be reused, so images can be seen under the stops of the tour.
Maurice and Donna were great! Fun and helpful and well structured. And our Belfast guide, John, as well. The stops were very nice. But too short time at all stops made it stressful. And the timing didn't agree with the timing of the program that had been sent out on the Viator app - we left Giant's causeway more than 30 minutes early, and we're going to be back to Dublin an hour before schedule. I would have liked it better if there was more time.
A very enjoyable day trip! Maurice our guide was excellent and Donna the driver got us everywhere safely 😊 thank you for a great day!
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted you had such an enjoyable day with Maurice and Donna. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with them! Danya
Had a great day with Donna and Maurice who delayed setting off because we were a couple of minutes late, but they were very accommodating. Very interesting commentary throughout and good music and walking tour round Belfast too. Giants causeway is beautiful. We had a great time ! 😀
It sounds like you made the most of your day! Thanks for choosing Wild Rover Tours, we're delighted Donna and Maurice looked after you so well. Danya
The tour guides (Maurice and Donna) gave great details about the locations we visited. Our Belfsst city guide was extremely knowledgeable about the past history of Belfast and did a great job sharing it with our group.
We're delighted you enjoyed the tour! It’s great to hear Maurice, Donna, and your Belfast guide helped bring the history of each place to life. Thanks for joining us! Danya
