3 Days Northern Ireland tour from Dublin

On the first day of our tour, we head out to first explore the Northern Irish heritage at the capital of the region, Belfast. Sitting on the River Lagan, the city is home to both triumphs and tragedies that will regale you as we move around exploring them. And if you are in Belfast, you just cannot miss out on the Titanic! The iconic movie was inspired by the real life calamity suffered by the RMS Titanic which was built right here, at the Harland and Wolff shipyard. We will visit the Titanic Quarter to learn more about this legendary ship that was built in 1911 and has gone on to become one of the most infamous disasters of all time.

We will get away from the city life of Belfast and dive into the simplicity of the countryside, arriving at the picturesque County Down. Here, we will tour the sprawling estate of Mount Stewart, former residence of the Marquess of Londonderry - a title held by the Vane-Tempest-Stewart family who held a considerable influence over both the British and Irish social and political lives. Having savoured the country’s house dignified grandeur, we will come down to pretty little seaside town of Bangor which will be our base of accommodation.

Driving along the gorgeous Coastal Causeway Route, our second day begins with a dose of visual magic as you get to feast your eyes on verdant valleys stretching for miles - an almost picture-perfect representation of the Emerald Isle’s dreamy beauty. We will visit the adorable village of Glenarm and the town of Ballycastle, besides a host of other brilliant attractions. While Glenarm dates back to the Norman times and is currently a listed Conservation Area, Ballycastle is part of the Antrim Coast and Glens Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Glenarm, of course, is a favourite with pop culture nerds who head here to revisit scenes from the blockbuster TV series, Game of Thrones including the one where Arya falls down the stairs into the water after being stabbed by the Waif.

The spectacular Giant’s Causeway, a wondrous feat of Mother Nature comprising approximately 40,000 naturally-formed black basalt columns along the coast as a result of ancient volcanic fissure eruptions, is lined up next. The area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is shrouded in a local Irish legend which claims that it was built by the Irish giant Fionn mac Cumhaill in preparation for a fight with his Scottish counterpart, Benandonner. With unmatched views and a mighty presence, the region presents a scintillating brew of geology and mythology for a surreal experience.

Our tryst with the world of fantasy and vibrant natural landscapes continues, as we visit some famous locations where Game of Thrones was shot, including a chance to visit the enchanting Dark Hedges or as we all know it, Kingsroad. Post a thrilling day out, we will head back to Bangor a relaxed evening. Our advice? Get yourself a craft beer in one hand and some delectable, local seafood in the other for a true-blue Irish evening!

Driving through the Ards Peninsula, its stunning sights prepare you for an ecstatic final day of the tour. Our adventure started at Portaferry, where we embarked on a charming ferry ride across the "Narrows" of Strangford Loch. During the crossing, we took plenty of time to capture photos and absorb the scenery, sounds, and fragrances of the loch.

Next, we headed to Castle Ward, which served as the filming location for Winterfell in Game of Thrones. We had the chance to explore the place where the famous fictional Starks called home and to imagine the living conditions of the actual inhabitants. Then, we retraced the sacred path of St. Patrick through his historically rich and stunning homeland. We had a break for lunch and might have visited Down Cathedral in Downpatrick or the St. Patrick's center.

After that, a breathtaking, meandering journey leads into the scenic Mourne Mountains, where you’ll be amazed by the majestic granite peaks. Following that, we make a last visit to the banks of Carlingford Lough before reaching Dublin.