Belfast,Giants Causeway & Antrim Coast 7 Day-Adair
- Duration: 7 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TALF886M
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
Take in the highlights of Northern Ireland, including the spectacular rock formation of the Giant’s Causeway.
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Outward Travel - Overnight in Southern Scotland
We’ll travel to our overnight in Southern Scotland./n
Day 2 - Outward Travel - Cairnryan to Belfast including Guided City Tour
Today we make our way to Cairnryan for our sailing to Northern Ireland. On arrival in the vibrant capital city of Belfast we enjoy an interesting guided city tour seeing the beautiful City Hall, the murals of the residential areas and the instantly recognisable Harland & Wolff cranes. Later in the day we make our way to our mainstay hotel. /n
Day 3 - Full Day Giant's Causeway & Ballymena
A scenic spectacular awaits as we make our way to the coast to visit the Giant’s Causeway. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, 40,000 basalt columns stretch out into the sea, created by volcanic activity some 50 million years ago. Inspiring myths and legends of giant’s striding across the waters to Scotland, the Grand Causeway is the largest of the three rocky outcrops and one of the most photographed sights in the UK! From the award-winning Visitor Centre shuttle buses run up and down to the Giant’s Causeway (payable locally). Later in the day, we return to Ballymena for some free time to explore this historic town. There is a beautiful waterfall walkway, stunning Georgian architecture and a host of local craft shops, decorative gardens and plenty of restaurants and cafes to enjoy. /n
Day 4 - Full Day Belfast
Enjoy a trip to Northern Ireland's vibrant capital city. Belfast has plenty to offer from High Street shopping to the traditional St George's Market, attractions from the impressive City Hall to modern Titanic Belfast, and a range of pubs where you could enjoy a pint of the 'black stuff' - why not head to the ornate Crown Saloon - one of the city's oldest establishments! With free time in the city, the choice is yours!/n
Day 5 - Full Day Mountains of Mourne & St Patrick's Centre
Enjoy a day taking in the stunning scenery of the Mourne Mountains. With an ‘otherworldly’ feel, this is one of the most picturesque areas on the island of Ireland and the inspiring landscapes inspired CS Lewis’ The Chronicles of Narnia. We’ll also see Strangford Lough, the UK’s largest sea lough and one of Europe’s key wildlife habitats, before making our way to the St Patrick’s Centre in Downpatrick. The only permanent exhibition in the world dedicated to the life of Ireland patron saint, the displays here explore the legacy of St Patrick from the ancient world to modern day./n
Day 6 - Return Travel - via Antrim Coast to Overnight Hotel in Southern Scotland
We depart this morning and enjoy some of the spectacular scenery of the Antrim Coast to before waving goodbye Ireland and sailing back to Southern Scotland where we stay overnight. /n
Day 7 - Return Travel
Holiday Inn Dumfries
An historic hotel offering modern convehiences, the Adair Arms was originally built for Sir Robert Adair by Charles Lanyon, whose work can be found in many prestigious Irish buildings. The hotel’s renowned kitchen crafts tradtitional and modern dishes from the wide range of loacally produced ingredients. All guest rooms are en-suite and include TV, hairdryer, iron & board and direct dial telephone.