The North of Ireland

Our first visit of the day will be to Giant’s Ring, a Neolithic henge monument situated on the outskirts of Belfast. Afterwards, we continue our journey to Downpatrick. Upon our arrival we visit Down Cathedral, to view the magnificent stain glass windows and St. Patrick’s grave just outside. On our way back to Belfast we stop at Ballynoe Stone circle and the impressive Neolithic Legananny Dolmen, probably the most famous megalithic monument in Northern Ireland.

This morning, we drive to Armagh to visit Navan Fort, legendary Emian Macha, a large hilltop enclosure assumed to represent an ancient ceremonial site. Back in Belfast this afternoon, we spend time at Titanic Belfast exploring the history of this tragically famous ship. Amongst the highlights are full-scale reconstructions of parts of the interior and original Titanic artefacts. Our last visit of today will be to the National Museum of the Royal Navy.

Today we journey north. Situated dramatically on the edge of an outcrop on the craggy Antrim coast, we visit the ruins of Dunluce Castle, seat of the McDonnell Clan. A short drive brings us to probably the most famous geological feature of Northern Ireland, the Giant’s Causeway. Before we make our way back to Belfast, we visit the Bushmills Distillery. Here, we will have lunch and enjoy a whiskey tasting.

On our last day, we take a walk-through Belfast to view some of the most important features of the city. In the afternoon, we gather again and make our way to the airport for our return flights to London.