Northern Ireland Highlights Day Trip Including Giant's Causeway from Dublin

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Duration:13 hours (approx.)
Location: Dublin, Ireland

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Depart Dublin travel by luxury coach to Belfast for a political black cab tour, followed by a trip to the Giant’s Causeway and Dunluce Castle. From the comfort of your black cab, tour Northern Ireland's capital, see the landmark sites including the Falls and Shankill neighbourhoods. Stopping at various locations and sign the Peace Wall, learn of Belfast’s tragic political history.
After departing Belfast we travel through the county of Antrim onto the spectacular Antrim Coastal route. Our next stop is the world famous Dun Luce Castle. Admission is included with a visiting time of 30 minutes.
We then proceed just down the coastal road to the Giant’s Causeway (lunch options available there). Explore its dramatic cliffs and rock formations with a visiting time of 2 hours.
Head for home, with lots of fun on the way and a designated rest stop.

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1. Bobby Sands Mural
Arriving in Belfast City at 9.15, a 20 minute break where bathroom facilities/refreshments are available. Groups of passengers averaging 5 in number will then be escorted by a local driver guide to a black cab and the tour of the world’s largest outdoor art gallery begins. A unique and riveting experience, a journey into the most recent conflict in Irish history all guided by local with first-hand experience, intimate knowledge of the city’s most recent tragic political, social, religious conflicts which have convulsed the two countries of Ireland and the United Kingdom but in particular the communities of Northern Ireland for decades. Visit west Belfast most well-known and easily identified mural is that of Bobby Sands located on the side of Sinn Féin's Falls Road building. This area known as the Falls is predominantly Catholic Nationalist / Republican. Also a collection Irish republican and international politically themed murals known as 'The International Wall' and the "Peace Wall"
2. Shankill Road
Next on the tour is the visit to an area of Belfast City known as the Shankill. During the "Troubles" the Shankill was a centre of loyalist paramilitary activity, where the modern Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF) and Ulster Defence Association (UDA) had its genesis. Loyalist paramilitary groups pledging allegiance to the British monarchy and to maintaining the partitioned 6 counties of Ireland known as Northern Ireland within the United Kingdom. Similar to the Falls area the Shankill is adorned with huge murals celebrating historical events, honouring people from the past some of whom from the local community. At all stops during the, in total, 90 minute tour our guests have ample opportunity to capture amazing images of the world’s largest outdoor art gallery. There will be lots out time spent out of the cab, the group size is so small the tour will be a very personalised experience. Your guide has personal stories and folklore to share.
3. Peace Wall
As part of the Black Cab tour your guide will visit what is known as the "Peace Wall or Walls". Here you will be told of the reasons why they are built and to what benefit. They effectively split the Roman Catholic community from the Protestant community. The first peace lines of "the Troubles" were built in 1969, following the outbreak of civil unrest in 1969. Initially built as temporary structures, they are now permanent structures as they are effective in limiting the sectarian violence perpetrated they the worst elements in both communities. The walls are wider, longer, more numerous than ever. They have multiplied over the years. They have been increased in both height, length and number since the Good Friday Agreement of 1998. In Belfast 75% of the 97 peace lines are in the north and west of the city. These area's are home to the poorer and more disadvantaged inhabitants of Belfast. Sadly 67% of the deaths during the "Troubles" occurred within 500 metres of one of these walls.
4. The Titanic Experience Belfast
On this tour, you will be given the option to do the Political Black taxi tour, or to visit the Titanic Experience. If you choose to go for the taxi tour, you will also get to see the impressive Titanic Experience building, as you will be dropped off at the museum and we will continue the tour from there. You will be able to use the restroom and visit the café downstairs.
5. Antrim Coast Road
Touring the rugged coast of Antrim, its remote glens, sheer faced cliffs, small fishing villages and pristine beaches is one of the world’s most stunning and unspoilt coastlines. The Giants Causeway’s basalt columns are world famous with the latest celebrants to the area the cast, directors and producers of the tv series Game of Thrones. Many of the settings for the series you will see and hear of with ample opportunity to capture images on the day. The coastline dotted with harbour fishing villages, small rural farming towns. The north Atlantic waters look across to Scotland’s west coast. You can clearly see Scotland on a clear day. Enjoy!!
6. Dunluce Castle
Dun Luce Castle is an iconic historical castle which dates back over 500 years with its location on the Cliff Edge of the north Atlantic making it one of the most dramatic settings in Europe.The castle has been frequently used over the years in many movies most recently the tv series the Game of Thrones. There will be paid admittance included to visit and peruse castle and ground for 30 minutes. On a clear day you can see the coast of Scotland. A magical place for the adventurous photographer and for those who enjoy watching the abundant variety of wild birds which inhabit the coastal cliffs.
7. Giant's Causeway
We arrive at the Giants Causeway at 2.30pm (lunch options available). Created 60 million years ago due to a series of volcanic eruptions which layered the surrounding area with 40,000 interlocking basaltic rock columns. Set off on the trail to the "Giant's Boot" apparently lost by Finn just over 2 metres large. Can it get any more magical? Take a seat in the famous "Wishing Chair." A must experience, the "Wishing Chair" is a natural throne formed of perfectly shaped columns of basaltic lava. Now the "Camel" the only steed capable of carrying Finn home across long distances. The Camel a basaltic dyke formed from cooling lava which has pushed its way through other layers of rock. The Clifftop Trail is a bird's eye view of the Giant's Causeway, a unique way to see the World Heritage Site and explore the stunning north coast of Ireland over to Scotland. The Causeway has trails for all ages. There is also a free train up and down from the centre to the coast.

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Posted By : 138helpm
Was sick, good time management, seen a lot of places, slept well in the bus, seen the Titanic Museum, too bad it was over too fast
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Posted On : 2024-04-18 12:27:01

Posted By : Richard_Y
We booked this last minute and I’m so glad we did. The tour guide Dave was wonderful. We loved the Titanic museum, Dunluce Castle and Giants Causeway. The weather was pretty good. The Nook restaurant had really good food. We even made a bonus stop. It was a long day but we saw a lot, learned a lot about Northern Ireland, and the ride was comfortable. My sons, aged 8 and 11, had a great time.
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Posted On : 2024-04-17 16:29:03

Posted By : H1547VUericab
They take you to the best spots and even took us to a few bonus lookouts because the day was so beautiful. I picked the titanic option - loved it. Giant’s causeway was a highlight for me and I recommend the red trail , to yellow and then circle back to blue so you get all the best views. They help you by providing a map as well and giving you any tips you ask for. The staff are so accommodating - thanks Krishna (driver) and Kevin (guide) for a spectacular day!
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Posted On : 2024-04-17 14:28:24

Posted By : leahhP7204XZ
Loved this tour and Kevin & Krishna were amazing! Very knowledgable and helpful and were overall great people. Can't wait to do another tour with Wild Rover
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Posted On : 2024-04-17 14:25:11

Posted By : Monica_F
Amazing trip with Wild Rover! Highly recommend Dave and John, they were both fantastic - Belfast was great, castle and giants cause way and Irish lamb stew lunch were all exceptional. Loved the Irish artists on the bus too- Van Morrison, Cranberries, u2
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Posted On : 2024-04-17 12:50:47

Posted By : Frode_S
Great tour, but be prepared for a lot of driving.

Belfast black taxi tour was good. Great guide. But the tour could have been a bit longer. Would have liked to see a few more locations.

Dunluce castle was amazing. So was Giant causeway.
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Posted On : 2024-04-17 12:19:28

Posted By : 335jeanned
Great way to get a little taste of Northern Ireland. So glad we did this! The trip is very well organized and everything is on time. Dave was our guide and John was our driver. Cheers to them for making 13 hours go by in a flash
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Posted On : 2024-04-17 08:03:57

Posted By : kokomod
We took a Wild Rover tour to Northern Ireland with Oona (guide) and Marco (driver). Oona, who was born and raised in Belfast, shared personal anecdotes of how the city has changed since the early 20th century. She also complemented her stories with traditional Irish songs and music. My wife and I took the black cab political tour of Belfast, where we learned about the troubles and the issues that continue to shape politics and economics in Northern Ireland.

For natural beauty in Northern Ireland, not much can compare to the views from Dunluce Castle and Giant’s Causeway. When we went in mid April, it was quite windy, so be prepared for the elements. Overall, I can’t say enough positive things about this Wild Rover tour.
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Posted On : 2024-04-17 07:29:14

Posted By : Janko_Z
On Sunday, April 15th we went on this tour. We were quite lucky with the weather - most of the day was sunny, apart from a shower that got us completely wet on our way back from the Giant's Causeway.

Our tour guide, Una did an amazing job. Her devotion can be truly felt as she explained the history, played us songs, and read poetry. She went out of her way to give everyone an amazing day to remember. Even at the end of the tour, she gave some ideas on what to visit in Dublin.

Marko, hvala ti na voznji i sve najbolje ! :)
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Posted On : 2024-04-16 16:18:39

Posted By : Marie_S
Driver and guide were fantastic very well informative. Enjoyed the Black Taxi Tour and the Titanic museum
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Posted On : 2024-04-16 13:10:55