Faughart, the Irish Border and the Ring of Gullion

Hill of Faughart - A professional driver and guide will meet at a convenient location. Travel in a comfortable, 6-seat, air-conditioned limousine. The friendly guide will drive northward towards the Irish Border with Northern Ireland. The first stop is at the ancient Gap of the North at Faughart, home to the shrine of St Brigid, where healing stones are found and the iconic woven cross was first created. As Brigid’s father was a druid, this was a renowned place in ancient times. The Irish border is unique, crossing fields, streams, and lanes. Listen to stories of the Troubles, smugglers, and highwaymen. Irish history throughout the centuries is all around in this area of natural beauty, landscapes, and views. The ancient volcano of the Ring of Gullion is part of the scenery. This is the land of legends. Overnight in this area or in Belfast.

Belfast, Titanic Exhibition, Antrim Coastal Drive, Giants Causeway

City Hall - Experience Belfast’s vibrant spirit on a one-day journey blending history, myth, and raw natural beauty. Begin in the city’s heart, where the award-winning Titanic Exhibition brings the ship’s legacy to life, combining industrial grit with maritime grandeur. Then, travel along the Antrim Coastal Drive, where cliffs plunge into the wild Atlantic and villages cling to rugged shores like secrets. At the Giant’s Causeway, walk on hexagonal stones formed by volcanic activity or Finn McCool’s legendary feuds, amid a UNESCO-listed wonder.

With a small group, enjoy intimate storytelling and hidden viewpoints, from Belfast’s evolving streetscapes to the Causeway’s mythic drama. This isn’t just sightseeing; it’s a sensory dive into Ireland’s soul, where past and landscape collide in one unforgettable day.

Derry

Derry - The Walls of the City Derry are the oldest and most complete city walls in Ireland. A walking tour provides great insight into this wonderful place whose origins date back to the 6th century. The Grianán of Áileach is an ancient stone hillfort with views over Derry, Inishowen, Lough Swilly, Lough Foyle, and the Finn Valley. The Inishowen Peninsula is the most northerly part of Ireland and is in the Republic. (Therefore it is in the South…Irish humour.) Malin Head is the northernmost point on the island of Ireland. Film location for Star Wars. Doagh Famine Village is one of the most unique and popular visitor attractions, telling a story of community living, surviving, and evolving throughout the past few hundred years. Overnight in Inishowen or Letterkenny.

Wild Atlantic Way

Wild Atlantic Way - Travel into west Donegal and the energetic can climb the iconic Errigal mountain. Continue through the Gaeltacht areas along the ocean to Slieve League and the highest sea cliffs in Europe. For those groups who choose not to walk up Errigal, there is an option for an evening boat trip to enjoy stories of the area from the boat captains, do a little mackerel fishing, or maybe encounter some local dolphins. Overnight in Donegal Town.

Belleek

Belleek Pottery & Visitor Centre - The Belleek Pottery has produced its unique handcrafted parian pottery since 1857. See the craftspeople at work and hear their stories. Boa Island on Lower Lough Erne has a rural community graveyard with some of the most mysterious and beautiful carved figures found anywhere. Enniskillen is the County town of Fermanagh and the boarding point for a boat tour to Devinish Island, whose Round Tower is the only one in Ireland that you can climb up inside to appreciate the job of the monastery watchman when Ireland was known as the land of saints and scholars. Afterwards, it will be time to turn south again towards Dublin for the next stage of your journey.

• Knowledgeable and friendly guide
• Bottled water
• Pickup
• Transport in a very comfortable Limousine

• Accommodations

This 5-day small-group tour with Irish Guided Tours is exceptional for its personalized and immersive experience. With knowledgeable guides and polite, skilled drivers, participants will discover hidden treasures and rich history beyond the usual tourist attractions. The small group size ensures a customized journey, fostering deeper connections with the breathtaking landscapes, from the iconic Giant’s Causeway to the towering cliffs at Slieve League.

Delight in genuine storytelling, vibrant pubs, and unique stops off the beaten path, blending culture, myth, and stunning scenery. Unlike larger tours, participants will enjoy flexible itineraries and engaging interactions, making it feel like traveling with friends. Irish Guided Tours emphasizes quality over quantity, crafting unforgettable memories in Ireland’s most enchanting locations.

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