Giants Causeway Tour From Belfast Including Game Of Thrones Sites

Northern Ireland's north coast is the focus of a private full-day trip from Belfast, stopping at the Giant's Causeway, the Dark Hedges, Dunluce Castle, and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. View the Causeway's 40,000 basalt columns and visit Game of Thrones filming locations, with time for Bushmills Distillery. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with free WiFi and bottled water.

1. 1

   The Dark Hedges

   30 min

   The dark hedges were planted in 1755 by James Stuart as an impressive drive towards the house. He built Gracehill House and named it after his wife Grace. There where 150 beech trees planted and still stand 250 years later. In January 2016 a storm named Gertrude fell upon Northern Ireland. Out of the fallen trees, 10 doors were carved and placed around sites of interest in Northern Ireland, one being the doors of Gracehill that is now a bar, restaurant and home to Gracehill Golf course. Used as a film location for G O T, "The Kings Rd"

2. 2

   Dunluce Castle

   30 min

   Dunluce castle was built in the 16th century and was a common battle ground for the McDonnell and the McQuillan Clans, the town of Dunluce was built around the grounds but never stood the test of time. It was also used in GOT "Seat of the House of Greyjoy".

3. 3

   Bushmills Distillery

   1 hour

   Bushmills is famous for its whiskey around the world, built in 1608, The oldest distillery in the world. Bushmills was a well sot after whiskey as the government introduced tax on whiskey to try and curb people consuming alcohol, most distilleries changed from barley to corn to avoid the tax, but Bushmills paid the vast sum and kept to its traditional recipe.

4. 4

   Giant's Causeway

   2 hours

   One of the most visited sites we have on the island of Northern Ireland. The most characteristic and unique feature of the site is the exposure of some 40,000 large polygonal columns of basalt in perfect horizontal sections. This dramatic sight has inspired legends of giants striding over the sea to Scotland. Namely Finn McCool.

5. 5

   Carrick A Rede Rope Bridge

   1 hour

   This suspended foot bridge was used by local fishermen to lay out the salmon nets. The bridge links the mainland to the tiny island of Carrickarede. It spans 20 metres and is 30 metres above the rocks below. The bridge is mainly a tourist attraction and is owned and maintained by the National Trust. (Admission fee) £15.00

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.