Giants Causeway Guided Bus Day Tour from Belfast
The Giants Causeway is a world heritage site and one of life's must-see geological phenomenons.
Follow in the footsteps of the giants of Irish folklore – Finn MacCool and Benandonner - and stand on these unexplainable hexagonal shaped stones which are estimated to be a staggering 62 to 65 million years old while also enjoying the awe inspiring and majestic views all around you in this magnificent outdoor museum!
This is an all around fun day with friendly, knowledgeable and experienced drivers and guides.
COVID-19 Procedures - This tour has received the "Good To Go" designation from Tourism NI, the National Tourism Organization for Northern Ireland.
Rates - including tax
| Type | Rate |
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Adult Rate (Ages 15+): |
$32.99 |
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Child Rate (Ages 5-14): |
$23.47 |
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Child - Free (Ages 4 and Under): |
$0.00 |
Tour / Activity Details
Please Note: You should arrive for check-in at least 10 minutes before the tour departure time.
24 Hours Minimum Advance Booking Required. Tour does not include hotel pick-up; you will meet the tour at the conveniently located tour office on Donegal Road (details on your E-Ticket). Rates are per-person in US Dollars. Please order online or call us in the USA at 212-852-4822 to order or for more information.
There is a $6.95 USD processing fee per order. This is a flat fee regardless of the number of tickets or tours purchased on an order. There is a service charge per ticket. This charge will be reflected on your summary before you checkout. The total shown at checkout includes any fuel surcharges, service charges and tax. There are no additional charges, unless otherwise specified.
Tour / Activity Policies
Cancellation Policy: There are no refunds. All sales are final.
Change Fee Policy: If changes are allowed on a tour or activity, a $20.00 per reservation change fee will be applied for any change to a reservation. Please note that some tours and activities do not allow any changes. Date changes can only be made only if we can confirm availability on the new date. While we cannot guarantee any changes can be made, all change requests must be submitted a minimum of 24 hours prior to the tour departure and must be handled on an individual basis through our Reservations Center.
Tour / Activity Description
Itinerary
Ride in comfort and relax aboard a coach as you are surrounded by the lush Irish landscape on the Antrim Coastal Road.
These Belfast bus tours feature stops at quaint villages, preserved castles and other picturesque locations along the way. The tour also stops at The Giant's Barn for a quick lunch break and some time to relax before taking in more of what Ireland has to offer. You are sure to have the quintessential Irish travel experience you are looking for.
Whether you love a good ghost story or want to experience the romantic charm of a castle, there is something for everyone on these Belfast bus tours. Here are some of the sights you can look forward to exploring:
- Glenarm, famous for its abundant salmon fishing and haunted castle
- Carnlough with its picturesque harbor and distinctive rural character
- Cushendall and its 19th century red curfew house
- Ballycastle the home to the one and only 400 year old "Oul Lammas Fair"
- Carrick a Rede with its death defying rope bridge (cross at your own risk, weather permitting additional cost to cross bridge) and stunning views of Rathlin Island
- Ballintoy – a delightful coastal town
- The Giant's Barn - 30 minute lunch stop (lunch not included)
- Then the main attraction of the day and the mythical wonder that is the Giants Causeway
- Final stop of the day on the drive back to Belfast will be to take a quick stop for photos at the wondrous Dark Hedges, a road lined on either side by stunning beech trees made famous the world over when it was featured in HBO's Game of Thrones, Season 2: Episode 1 "On the King’s Road"
With approximately 40,000 basalt columns rising out of the sea, the Causeway is truly something to behold. The UNESCO World Heritage Site draws many thousands of visitors each and every year. It is guaranteed to be a highlight of your trip to Ireland. You will have plenty of time to take photos, enjoy the fresh sea breeze and explore the outdoor museum.
Be blown away by the knowledge and expertise of your local guides. With historical knowledge that extends beyond the history books to cultural perspectives, insider information and lots of experience with the causeway, they are eager to give you a local look at Northern Ireland. Guides are ready to answer your questions about local customs, folklore myths and the formation of the Giant's Causeway. You will end the tour with a breadth of new knowledge, without feeling like you missed seeing the sights with your nose stuck in a guidebook.
Leave Ireland with memories of the beautiful countryside, unique heritage, and a full understanding of the meaning and significance of many beautiful sites. Book this tour today and get ready for an educational and adventurous day full of charm and wonder!
Stops and Drive By Highlights
- The first stop of the day is at the beautiful town of Carrickfergus so you can have a walk round the 12th century castle and see the ramparts stone walls and ancient harbour.
- Drive past the Magheramorne Quarry, featured in HBO's TV series Game of Thrones, also used to film scences for Castle Black, Hardhome & The Wall.
- Travel along the fantastic Antrim coast road with the Irish sea on your right and the Glens of Antrim on the left of the coach.
- Pass the spectacular Glens of Antrim, climb Glencorp and cross the Glen Dun Bridge before climbing to the top of GlenDun and then descending into the town of Ballycastle.
- Stop at the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge (additional cost to cross the rope bridge) or visit the old quarry of Larrybane which was featured in the HBO series Game of Thrones throughout season two as it was used for Renly Baratheon's camp.
- There's a 30 minute lunch stop at The Giant’s Barn.
- Stop at the Giants Causeway itself where you will be able to walk across the stones - the true highlight of the tour.
- The last stop of the day before returning to Belfast is at the amazing Dark Hedges.
24 Hours Minimum Advance Booking Required. Tour does not include hotel pick-up; you will meet the tour at the conveniently located tour office on Donegal Road (details on your E-Ticket). Rates are per-person in US Dollars. Please order online or call us in the USA at 212-852-4822 to order or for more information.