Top Northern Ireland Day Trips - page 6

Chauffeur Driven Tours Throughout Ireland

from $756

Step into the world of Derry Girls on a private, fully customizable 8 hour experience from Belfast. Unlike standard coach tours, this is a relaxed and personal journey with your own dedicated guide, allowing plenty of time for photos, storytelling and exploring the real streets where all three seasons were filmed. Alongside iconic Derry Girls locations, you’ll discover the rich history of Derry, the 1990s cultural backdrop that shaped the show, and hidden local spots most visitors miss. With flexible timing, optional stops and hotel pickup included, this tour blends TV nostalgia with authentic Northern Ireland insight all at your own pace.

Derry Girls Filming Tour Private Experience from Belfast

from $894

This private St Patrick’s Trail tour offers a relaxed and personalised experience with flexible pickup, comfortable transport, and plenty of time at Ireland’s most important St Patrick heritage sites. Travel at your own pace, enjoy local insights from your driver, visit Downpatrick and Armagh without rushing, and experience unique stops like the Peace Maze all tailored to your interests.

Private St Patrick’s Tour from Belfast to Downpatrick & Armagh

from $823

This private Ards Peninsula tour follows one of Northern Ireland’s most scenic coastal routes, showcasing quiet beaches, charming fishing villages, and a memorable ferry crossing across Strangford Lough. Unlike busy group tours, this experience is relaxed and flexible, with time for photo stops, short walks, and lunch at your own pace. With local insight from your driver-guide and optional stops such as the Mourne Mountains and Spelga Dam, the itinerary can be tailored to suit cruise passengers, couples, families, or small groups seeking a more personal and authentic day out.

Strangford Lough Private Tour by Car

from $823

Embark on an unforgettable 7-hour Antrim Coast tour that promises a mesmerizing blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and Game of Thrones magic. Our expertly crafted itinerary begins with a visit to the world-famous Giants Causeway, where ancient myths meet geological wonders, sparking wonder in visitors of all ages. Next, immerse yourself in the rich history of Bushmills Distillery, Ireland's oldest working distillery, where the aromas of whiskey production fill the air. Explore the majestic ruins of Dunluce Castle, perched dramatically on the cliffs overlooking the sea, setting the scene for epic tales of times gone by.

Private Tour of Giants Causeway and Antrim Coast From Belfast

7 hoursFree Cancellation

from $947

Explore the majestic Antrim coast and beautiful mid-ulster countryside, where history, folklore, and legends come to life. Famous for it's many castles, clans and culture like Carrickfergus built in 1177 by the Normans or Glenarm & Dunluce home to the Mc Donnell clan, who fought in many battles including against Elizabeth 1. We will stop at the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge where you can cross at your peril or simply relax and take in the breathtaking views from Portaneevy viewing point, of both the Irish & Scottish coasts. Last but not least, The UNESCO World Heritage site of the Giants Causeway, which really has to be seen to be believed. 40 000 volcanic columns over 60 million years old, built by the famous Finn Mc Cool & destroyed by his Scottish rival Benandonna. We will then stop briefly at the ruins of Dunluce castle or stop for an Irish whiskey at the world's oldest distillery, Bushmills.

Carnlough Harbour, Game of Throne's filming location

The Giant’s Causeway and Bushmills Tour

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from $949

Belfast to Giants Causeway Private Tour

from $955

Highlights An Grianán of Aileach Fanad Lighthouse Glenveagh National Park Full description Begin your journey in Derry, a city steeped in history and vibrant culture. From there, travel west to An Grianán of Aileach, a 3,000-year-old hilltop fortress offering sweeping panoramic views across the Donegal countryside. Continue along the Wild Atlantic Way, passing through Rathmullan, where golden beaches meet rugged Atlantic cliffs. The route leads onward to the dramatic Fanad Lighthouse, perched high above crashing waves on Ireland’s northwest coast. Venture inland to explore Glenveagh National Park, one of Ireland’s eight national parks, renowned for its remote beauty and wild landscapes. This journey delivers an unforgettable blend of breathtaking scenery, ancient heritage, and rich local culture.

Private Glenveagh National Park Minivan Tour Experience

from $962

Get the most out of limited time in Belfast with this well-planned private tour ideal for cruise ship passengers. First, get picked up from Belfast Port, then head off on a private adventure that ticks off lots of dispersed sites in a day. See the Giant’s Causeway, the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, the Dark Hedges, and the Bushmills Distillery. Also, have a chance to take photos of the medieval ruins of Dunluce Castle.

Cruise Ship Giants Causeway Private Tour

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7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,650

Explore the hidden gems of Northern Ireland with a bespoke tour that delves into the rich folklore and history of Derry-Londonderry and the Causeway Coast. From the legendary tales of saints and monsters to the captivating stories of Derry's Walls. Hinterland Tours offers an personal journey into the culture and heritage of this enchanting region. This tour goes beyond the ordinary to look at the great writers who have been here and drawn their inspiration from the landscape. I am a Level 3 Tour Guide, accredited by Tour Guides Northern Ireland and will tailor this experience for your group. Your needs, interests and ability will all be taken into account during the planning for your tour to make sure you have a safe and enjoyable experience in this unforgettable part of Ireland. - Customized tours focusing on unique local stories and folklore - Explore the legendary sites of the Giant's Causeway and Derry City - Personal and memorable experiences tailored to each group

From Derry to the Causeway Literature and History Tour

from $1,031

This day trip offers a stunning journey through Northern Ireland's natural beauty and iconic landmarks. Start by crossing the famous Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, taking in breathtaking coastal views. Then, explore the unique Giant’s Causeway, where you’ll marvel at the extraordinary basalt columns and learn about the area’s geology at the visitor center. Enjoy a relaxing lunch with views of the surrounding landscape. If time allows, stop at the Dark Hedges, a picturesque avenue that has become famous for its enchanting appearance. With scenic routes, history, and nature, this tour provides a memorable experience of Northern Ireland’s most beloved attractions.

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11 Hour Day Trip Giant’s Causeway from Belfast

11 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,030

Game of thrones locations and Giants causeway tour

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7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,650

This full-day tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and architecture. Begin with a visit to Trinity College, home to the world-renowned Book of Kells and the impressive Long Room in the Old Library. Continue to Dublin Castle, where you’ll uncover the rich history of Ireland’s government and heritage. The tour offers not only insight into Dublin’s iconic landmarks but also the chance to experience the vibrant atmosphere of the city. The journey between Belfast and Dublin allows you to enjoy the scenic Irish countryside, making this day trip both informative and visually stunning.

Dublin: 10-Hour Day Trip from Belfast

10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,145

Travel in comfort in the company of an experienced and knowledgeable local guide through Northern Ireland’s most enchanting areas. With three 8-seater minibuses available, we can transport up to 24 guests, taking you to wherever your group wants to go, at your own pace. Offering the most flexible tours around, you can tailor-make your route, with a courteous, punctual and friendly driver. Northern Ireland’s most reliable sightseeing tour and group transport providers Clean, comfortable and safe minibuses for travelling in style Personalised, private tours of Ireland, delivered at your own pace Pick-up and drop-off from anywhere you require Experienced and friendly local drivers. Tours are available anywhere in the north and south of Ireland.

Wheelchair Transport

7 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,100

Travel through Northern Ireland in the plush comfort of the Mercedes V-Class, perfect for any special occasion. With seating for up to 5 passengers, this vehicle is ideal for tours, or corporate events. Enjoy features like leather seating, tinted privacy windows, and climate control as you travel to iconic destinations such as the Giant's Causeway or Bushmills Distillery. Your professional chauffeur ensures a seamless, relaxing experience, allowing you to focus on making memories rather than navigating logistics. - Spacious luxury designed for up to 5 passengers - VIP Lazyboy seats - Perfect for weddings, tours, or corporate transport - Professional chauffeur service tailored to your needs - Explore Northern Ireland's stunning beauty in style

Northern Ireland Tour with Transfer by VIP Mercedes V-Class

1 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,230

Discover the magic of Northern Ireland with the exclusive 8-hour private tour from Belfast to the iconic Giant’s Causeway. This tailor-made experience combines the rich cultural heritage of Belfast with the breathtaking natural beauty of the Antrim Coast, all in the comfort of a private vehicle and accompanied by a professional, English-speaking guide. This private experience offers total flexibility and personalized attention, making it ideal for families, couples, or small groups looking to explore Northern Ireland in comfort and style. This tour is fully customizable. You can tailor all our tours in Belfast to your own interest just by contacting us, that’s why this Private Belfast Tour is perfect for you!

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Private Day Tour Belfast and Giant Causeway

8 hours

from $1,241

Giant’s Causeway—a striking collection of 40,000 or so closely packed basalt pillars jutting out from the Antrim coastline—is Northern Ireland’s only UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the country’s most visited attractions. Depart from your Belfast hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and admire the scenic Irish countryside private and personalized trip in a vehicle that can accommodate up to eight passengers. Visit a shortlist of the region’s most interesting sights such as “Game of Thrones” filming locations, the Giant’s Causeway, and Dunluce Castle,carrick a rede rope bridge with the flexibility to request stops and customize the route. See Northern Ireland’s highlights from the comfort of a private vehicle Perfect for families—the vehicle can accommodate eight passengers.

Private Luxury Giant's Causeway Trip Up to 16 People

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,237

Discover the myth and magic of Northern Ireland’s most iconic natural wonder with our Giant’s Causeway Private Tour. Over the course of 8 unforgettable hours, travel comfortably in a private luxury vehicle with your own expert guide, as you explore dramatic coastlines, ancient legends, and awe-inspiring landscapes. Departing from your location in Belfast or anywhere in the surrounding area, your guide will take you on a scenic route along the Antrim Coast, one of the most picturesque drives in the UK. Marvel at craggy cliffs, historic castles, and charming villages before arriving at the UNESCO World Heritage Site: the Giant’s Causeway. This tour is fully customizable. You can tailor all our tours in Belfast to your own interest just by contacting us, that’s why this Private Belfast Tour is perfect for you!

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Private Tour of Giant Causeway from Belfast

Join us for an unforgettable 9-hour private experience exploring Northern Ireland’s stunning Game of Thrones filming locations and the iconic Giant’s Causeway. Departing comfortably from Belfast in a luxury private vehicle with your official guide, you will venture through some of the most breathtaking landscapes used in the series – and beyond. Relive key moments from Game of Thrones at famous spots like the Dark Hedges and Ballintoy Harbour, while also enjoying the natural wonder of the Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This private tour is carefully crafted to avoid entrance fees, focusing on spectacular open-air locations and coastal scenery.

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Game of Thrones and Giant’s Causeway Private Tour from Belfast

9 hours

from $1,273

Trim Castle is the largest Norman castle in Ireland. It was featured in the movie Braveheart. You can take a guided tour of the castle or explore the grounds and learn about its 800-year history. Your next stop roughly 1 hr away is Sean's Bar which claims to be the oldest pub in Ireland, dating back over 1,100 years. It’s the perfect spot for a pint of the black stuff , or just to experience a piece of Irish tradition. The pub’s history is fascinating, and they even have a small museum inside. Have lunch in one of the local restaurants or cafes in Athlone your last stop of the day is approx 30 mins away Clonmacnoise Monastic Site, one of Ireland's most significant early Christian settlements. Spend time walking around the ancient cathedrals, round towers, high crosses, and the graveyard. The site’s peaceful atmosphere and rich history make it a captivating place to explore. This tour starts in Belfast and finishes in Galway

Day tour from Belfast to Galway with stops along the way

from $1,373

Your professional driver guides are highly knowledgeable locals who grew up in Belfast and have first hand insight into Northern Ireland’s history, including the period of the Troubles and how it shaped the region today. More than just guides, they are friendly, approachable, and genuinely passionate about making sure you have an unforgettable day. With years of experience running tours daily, they know how to adapt the journey to suit your interests, ensure comfort throughout the day, and help you capture memorable moments along the way. Your goal is simple: to give you an authentic, enjoyable, and personal experience that stays with you long after your visit.

Belfast to Galway Day tour in luxury Mercedes minivan

from $1,373

This full-day tour from Belfast to Dublin offers a deep dive into Irish history and culture. You’ll visit iconic landmarks like Trinity College, home to the ancient Book of Kells, and explore Dublin Castle, a historic symbol of Ireland’s past. With a guided tour of Trinity College and time to immerse in the charm of Dublin, this tour combines educational experiences with delightful moments of relaxation. Whether you’re captivated by the artistry of the Book of Kells or the grandeur of Dublin Castle, this tour provides a rich overview of the city’s heritage and architectural beauty.

Explore Dublin in a 12 Hour Day Trip from Belfast

12 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,454

This private 12-hour tour from Dublin combines the best of Northern Ireland’s natural beauty and cultural heritage in one seamless experience. Travel in comfort with a professional driver-guide to iconic locations including the Giant’s Causeway, Dark Hedges, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Dunluce Castle, and more. Unlike standard group tours, this experience is fully customizable—you can tailor the itinerary to suit your group’s interests and pace. In Belfast, choose how you spend your time: explore the world-famous Titanic Museum, take a Black Taxi political tour, or enjoy free time in the city. Optional stops like Bushmills Distillery add even more flexibility. With scenic drives, rich storytelling, and the freedom to linger at the places you love most, this tour is perfect for families, couples, or small groups looking for a personal and unforgettable day out.

Dublin to Belfast & Giant’s Causeway – Private Tour

12 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,786

This is a private day tour designed for travelers who want a relaxed and personalised journey from Belfast to Dublin. Travel in a comfortable private vehicle with a professional local driver guide who handles all logistics and shares local insight along the way. Unlike shared tours, this experience offers flexible timing, individual attention, and the freedom to explore Dublin at your own pace. With convenient pickup in Belfast and carefully planned stops, the tour combines comfort, local knowledge, and a stress free way to experience Ireland’s capital in a single day.

Belfast to Dublin Private Day Tour

12 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,923

Morning Giant's Causeway Half Day Tour from Belfast

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Kaci_S, Apr 2026

Would Definitely Recommend

Half day tour was perfect! The amount of time was definitely enough, especially if you’re trying to get back to the city for more site-seeing and/or other tours. We had Gary and he was great, very knowledgeable and funny! I do recommend the earliest tour if you can manage as we were the 1st bus out there and essentially had the place to ourselves. As we were leaving, so many people were coming down so it was definitely nice to have more room to move about by being early!

Official World Famous Belfast Taxi Tour ™

Michael_B, Apr 2026

Great experience

A taxi tour in Belfast is an absolute must to understand the city's history. Our driver, Paula, was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. She gave us fantastic insights, and I can say we learned a lot. On the tour, we saw the memorials of both sides, as well as memorial gardens and the Peace Wall. We would definitely recommend this experience.

Game of Thrones and Giant's Causeway Full-Day Tour from Belfast

Cameron_K, Apr 2026

Giant causeways!

Unbelievable natural beauty! A must see if you’re traveling to the east coast of Ireland! Our guide, Karl, was extremely knowledgeable and engaging through the entire tour, and with his bright personality, he guided us through the beauty of the Irish country side, giving us tons of history and information based on the land and area. The giant causeways will speak for themselves, as if you can manage to get some clear weather, the views and testament to their beauty is absolutely stunning.

City Sightseeing Belfast Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Bookable Extras

Rebecca_B, Apr 2026

Solo travel

The first time I went around was to gain my bearings and Craig was very informative and helpful when I asked him for directions. Getting on again later in the day and having Colin offered a totally different kind of knowledge. These guys know their stuff!!

Guided Day Tour: Giant's Causeway from Belfast

Neil_S, Apr 2026

Wonderful day trip -highly recommended 5*

Highly enjoyable day out with a well thought out itinerary and the comfort of a smaller mini coach , the experience was made even more memorable by the guidance from our driver Paul who educated and entertained us in equal measure! 5* highly recommended when in Belfast

Giant's Causeway Tour from Belfast: Luxury Bus and Castles Tour

Pleashette_A, Mar 2026

Excellent value out of this tour!!

Excellent tour. We stopped at every planned stop even if it rained! I especially appreciated that each stop was timed short enough so we didn’t get bored at any one place. Our driver and guide did an excellent job and was quite the story teller and very gracious with everyone even though he did two jobs in one!!

Game of Thrones Locations Tour including Westeros & Giant's Causeway

FarzanaBint_M, Mar 2026

A Memorable Trip Thanks to Troy

We had a wonderful trip from Belfast to the Giant’s Causeway today! Even though it was quite cold, we enjoyed every moment. A big thank you to our Troy. He made the whole experience so fun and memorable. We will never forget him pointing out his “grandma” waving from a window… only for us to later realize it was actually a poster! 🤣 Such a great day overall. Highly recommended!

Guided Day Tour of Giant's Causeway from Belfast by Comfortable Coach

James_H, Mar 2026

Worth it for the drive alone! But wait, there’s more!

The small bus excursion with Paul our driver and tour guide was easily the most beautiful road trip I have taken in my life. I was very impressed with Paul’s abilities to navigate the winding turns of the countryside while sharing insightful historical stories. His kindness and sense of humor added to it all. I’m a tour guide myself and was very impressed. I would have a hard time doing what he did. We had plenty of time at all of the sites in the mini bus was very comfortable. It was easily one of the best tours I’ve ever been on in my life. Highly recommended!

Giants Causeway and Castles from Belfast: Guided Tour

Gemma_F, Mar 2026

Great trip not to be missed

Excellent day with a great driver,Dave and fantastic guide, Lisa who was so clear, friendly and informative. So many great things to see, great details about each place of interest. Well paced, plenty of stops, places for food and free time. Giants causeway is as magnificent as you imagine. All in all really great value for money and a brilliant experience.

From Belfast-Giants Causeway, Dunluce Castle and Dark Hedges tour

Natalie_N, Feb 2026

amazing sights, even in rainy february

my brother and i took this tour from belfast, so we were picked up around 9:30 AM and dropped off in the city centre at the end around 3:30 PM. the ride from belfast to dunluce castle is about an hour and some change. some of the drive was a little treacherous - but our driver, fred, was great at maneuvering the bus around. after the castle was the giants causeway which has a "hike" over a hill (they call it the red trail but i found it still fairly easy) and then you can take the even easier blue trail back to the drop-off. before going back to belfast, we got to see the dark hedges which were a little barren due to it being so cold, but i still felt that it was worth seeing. throughout the day, our tour guide, quiggs, gave us a lot of informative history on the complicated relationship between ireland and the UK. he is quite funny and also speaks fluent irish which was so neat! despite it being february and probably a lower time for tourism around here, the bus was still quite full. overall, we had a really great time! fairly priced and fun. ill recommend this tour to anyone else i know who comes to dublin or belfast (you can book one that takes you to and from dublin as well).

Shore Excursion: Giants Causeway from Belfast Extra Leg Room Bus

Ian_M, Sep 2025

Great Day Out with Odyssey Tours!!

This tour by Odyssey provided a very good option for visiting The Giants Causeway among other included places. The extra legroom along with smaller numbers was a boon. Stephen guide and driver was both informative and entertaining. His local knowledge proved advantageous concerning arrival times at the various locations.