2-Day Northern Ireland Rail Tour: Belfast, Antrim Coast, and Giant's Causeway
Travel through gorgeous coastal terrain, including the Glens of Antrim, on this 2-day trip to Northern Ireland from Dublin. Head to Belfast by train for an overnight stay, and then enjoy a scenic coach day tour along the Antrim Coast Road with a knowledgeable guide. En route, you’ll stop in the town of Ballycastle, walk along the stunning basalt columns of Giant’s Causeway and get great photos of Dunluce Castle. Depending on the season, you might even cross the Carrick-a-rede rope bridge!
NB: Winter Schedule (November-March): The winter schedule does not take in the Causeway Coastal Route, along Northern Ireland’s Antrim Coast. From November - March, we join the tour at Ballycastle, approximately 10 minutes from the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge.
ItineraryDay 1: Dublin-BelfastStop At: Belfast Central Railway Station, East Bridge Street, Belfast BT1 3PB Northern Ireland
On arrival in Belfast (Ireland’s second largest city) at 15:35, there is a connecting train service to Belfast Great Victoria Street, where your hotel is located. The rest of the evening in the Northern Capital is free.
Duration: 12 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4* Belfast hotel
Day 2: Belfast, Giant's Causeway, and Glens of Antrim Stop At: National Trust - Giant's Causeway Visitor Centre, 44 Causeway Rd, Bushmills BT57 8SU, UK
There are about 40,000 interlocking basalt columns resulting from a volcanic eruption. It was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986 and is owned and managed by the National Trust. However, legend has it that the Irish giant Fionn Mac Cumhaill (Phon: Fyun Ma Cool) built the causeway to walk to Scotland to fight Benandonner. Legend tells that Fionn fell asleep before he got to Scotland. When he didn't arrive, the much larger Benandonner crossed the bridge looking for him. To protect Fionn, his wife Úna (Phon: oo-na) laid a blanket over Fionn and pretended he was Fionn's baby son. When Benandonner saw the size of the 'infant', he assumed that Fionn must be gigantic indeed! He fled home in terror, ripping up the Causeway in case he was followed by Fionn.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Dunluce Castle, 87 Dunluce Road Co. Antrim, Portrush BT57 8UY Northern Ireland
We head to Dunluce Castle for a photo stop and to stretch the legs.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, 119A Whitepark Road, Ballintoy BT54 6LS Northern Ireland
We stop at the famous Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. Its construction facilitated the local fishermen to access Sheep Island, where there is excellent fishing. The original single handrail was subsequently replaced by a two hand railed bridge and the present caged bridge was installed by the National Trust. There is a nominal charge to cross the bridge.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Enjoy a full Ulster fry in your 4* Belfast hotel
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"PLEASE NOTE: If you are booking a double occupancy room, please specify in 'Special Requirements' whether you prefer a double or a twin-bed room (subject to availability)."
"Due to operational reasons it may, on occasion, be necessary to alter certain itineraries."
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel."
"Service animals allowed"
"Children U16 cannot book independently. They must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times."
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"WHEELCHAIR POLICY: Railtours Ireland First Class ltd very successfully offers hosted railtours for the independent traveller. Our tours are a combination of train and luxury coach and include a moderate level of physical activity, such as short walks to meeting points etc. Unfortunately even the most modern luxury coaches (buses) are not wheelchair friendly, thus our tours are not suitable for those with mobility issues, and regretfully walkers, wheelchairs and mobility scooters cannot be accommodated on our tours."
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"
Hora de Inicio:
11:20 AM
Duración: 2 Days
Lugar de comienzo: Connolly, 1 Amiens St, North Dock, Dublin, Ireland
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
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