Deep Dive into Northern Ireland – Belfast & The East - Travel Experience

Deep Dive into Northern Ireland – Belfast & The East

Upper Ireland showcases its own unique natural beauty with some of the least populated areas of the Emerald Isle alongside culturally rich cities and towns like Belfast and Armagh, offering a plethora of activities for all interests.

Highlights

  • Private Black Taxi Tour, taking in the Belfast Peace Wall and Political Wall Murals
  • Exclusive Victorian Cookery Experience hosted by Lady Dunleath at Ballywalter Park
  • Tour the breath-taking Causeway Coastal Route
  • Whiskey on the Rocks at the Giant’s Causeway
  • Private Seas Safari along the North Coast

Belfast, Bushmills, North Antrim Coast

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Experience Overview

Upper Ireland showcases its own unique natural beauty with some of the least populated areas of the Emerald Isle alongside culturally rich cities and towns like Belfast and Armagh. With a plethora of activities for all interests from Game of Thrones filming locations and discovering the roots of your own family tree, to following the footsteps of literary giants, and for those seeking something on the wilder side learning bushcraft and foraging skills from survival experts. Don’t miss the breath-taking North Antrim Coast home to the Giants Causeway, Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge, Whitepark Bay and the Gobbins Cliff Path, as well as Sea Safaris stretching as far as Scottish Isles, and the romantic fabled Mountains of Mourne sweeping down to the sea.

Elegant with a level of discovery rarely found elsewhere in the world, our Northern Ireland itineraries offer luxury at all levels across Northern Ireland and lead the field with privileged access to both the aristocracy and the most exclusive private castles, stately homes & gardens. Our historic and charming hotels, exclusive-use properties, best of the best driver guides and specialist guides, handpicked for your itineraries, provide personalised, creative, and original trips perfectly organised and enjoyed by all.

Sample itinerary

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Day 1

Belfast

Meet your chauffeur upon arrival and enjoy a private transfer to your Belfast Hotel. This thriving city is divided into four quarters each with its own defining characteristics but all unified by its people with their charismatic nature and welcoming charm. Learn about the history and past struggle of Northern Ireland with a private Black Taxi Tour, taking in the Belfast Peace Wall and political wall murals. Then meet your walking guide and delight in the interesting and much underappreciated Jewish history of Belfast. Be sure to explore some of the amazing architectural delights of the city such as Stormont Parliament Buildings and City Hall.

Day 2

The Ards Peninsula

Tour to the Ards Peninsula and explore the Neo-classical Mount Stewart House with its celebrated gardens and demesne. Then visit Lord and Lady Dunleath in their home, Ballywalter House where you will partake in an exclusive Victorian cookery experience hosted by Lady Dunleath. Before returning to Belfast explore Hillborough Castle, the official residence of the Royal Family in Northern Ireland with a special private guided tour.

Day 3

Causeway Coastal Route

Tour the breath-taking Causeway Coastal Route taking in the striking sea views. Visit Glenarm Castle the ancestral home of the Earls of Antrim, where you will enjoy a private hawk experience and tour of the Castle. Make a stop at Torr Head which offers spectacular views over the Mull of Kintyre before then experiencing the beauty of Giant’s Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. Sit back and take in the beautiful scenery while the sun sets, with a glass of Bushmills whiskey in hand.

Day 4

Sea Safari

View the stunning causeway coast from the water with a private Sea Safari, taking in the wonder of all the marine life here. There is the option to go further afield if you wish to explore Rathlin Ireland, Donegal or even the Scottish Islands of Islay and Jura. When in the area be sure to visit Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne, with magnificent clifftop walks and rugged headland views. Discover the striking 18th-century mansion of the eccentric Earl Bishop that now lies in ruin and explore the beautiful folly Mussenden Temple, perched on the cliff edge.

Day 5

Departure

Enjoy a private transfer to Belfast airport for your departing flight.

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Belfast

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The Ards Peninsula

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Causeway Coastal Route

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Sea Safari

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Departure

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