TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Budget Friendly
The cheapest way to see the Giant’s Causeway on a full-day tour from Dublin
Belfast City Walking Tour
Explore Belfast’s rich history and culture with an expert local guide.
Free Time in Belfast
Free time to explore Belfast city at your leisure
Dunluce Castle
30-minute stop with entrance included to explore the medieval castle famous from Game of Thrones.
Giant's Causeway
2 hours to walk and explore the UNESCO World Heritage basalt columns and coastal landscape. Lunch options available
Antrim Coast Scenery
Travel one of the most scenic coastal roads in the world, with stunning views of cliffs, bays, and rural Northern Ireland.
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Itinerary
The best-value way to experience Northern Ireland from Dublin, this tour takes you to some of the region's most iconic landmarks in a single day.
Travel north along the stunning Antrim Coast to the clifftop Dunluce Castle, one of Game of Thrones' most recognisable filming locations, before continuing to the Giant's Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of extraordinary basalt columns and sweeping coastal scenery.
The day concludes in Belfast, where a guided walking tour introduces you to the city's rich history and vibrant character, with free time to explore before returning to Dublin.
Dublin city centre pick up
7:15 AM at Dublin Bus Office, 59 O'Connell Street, Dublin 1, D01RX04
To ensure a smooth experience, please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time.
Dunluce Castle
After a rest stop along the way, the tour arrives at Dunluce Castle at around 11:00 AM for a 30-minute visit, with entrance included.
Perched dramatically on a cliff's edge, this medieval ruin offers breathtaking views of the rugged coastline. Dunluce Castle is also famous for its appearance in Game of Thrones as the ancestral seat of House Greyjoy, known as Pyke Castle in the series.
Take time to explore the ruins and capture some unforgettable photos of this iconic site before continuing your journey north.
Giant's Causeway
At around 11:45 AM, the tour arrives at the iconic Giant's Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its unique hexagonal basalt columns formed by ancient volcanic activity. You'll have 2 hours to explore this natural wonder at your own pace, taking in the dramatic coastline, walking the trails, and capturing unforgettable photos.
Lunch options are available nearby at The Nook pub, where you can enjoy a meal or refreshments (not included).
The tour departs at around 13:45 PM, heading south to Belfast for the final stop of the day.
Belfast City (with walking tour)
Arriving in Belfast just after 3:00 PM, you'll embark on a 60-minute guided walking tour led by a knowledgeable local guide. Discover the city's rich industrial heritage, political history, and vibrant culture as you explore its iconic streets and landmarks. After the tour, enjoy some free time to explore further at your own pace before making your way back to Dublin.
Dublin City Centre (Arrival)
8 PM on D'Olier Street, Dublin 2, D02 TK28. This is right in front of Temple Bar, with plenty of public transport options nearby. Times may vary due to weather, traffic, or other delays throughout the day.
Tour Information
Pricing
Adults / Students: €60
We apologise, but this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 3
Availability
This tour runs 7 days a week.
We do not operate on March 17th, Easter Sunday, or December 24th, 25th, and 26th.
Duration
Approximately 12-13 hours total.
Itinerary
Please note: All times listed below in the itinerary are approximate and may vary on the day due to unforeseen circumstances such as traffic, weather, or road conditions. However, we will always ensure that the time allocated at key attractions such as Belfast and Giant's Causeway remains unaffected and is not shortened.
Itinerary update (from 26 January): This tour now includes a stop at Dunluce Castle with entrance included. This replaces a stop in Bushmills village.
Pick-Up and Arrival
The tour pick up and arrival points are in Dublin city centre. Details in the itinerary
What's Included
Transport, guides and all admissions, including Dunluce Castle.
We are the only operator to employ a separate driver and guide on all tours.
Not Included
Meals are not included, but you’ll have plenty of chances to enjoy delicious traditional cuisine during stops.
The Vehicle
Luxury air conditioned coaches with on board WiFi. UBS chargers are available for use on most coaches. We do not have any bathrooms on board (comfort breaks are included in the schedule). Smoking is not allowed on board.
Why Choose this Tour
Reviewed the number 1 tour company in Ireland every year between 2014 and 2025 with multi-year awards every year across Europe and rest of the world. Most recently reviewed as the best tour company in Northern Europe 2023.
We guarantee the maximum time at featured attractions. For example, 2.15 hours in Belfast and 2 hours at the Giant’s Causeway.
We do not accept 'soft commission', meaning no time-wasting or low-interest stops for our customers.
Comfort breaks are built into the itinerary of the day.
Wild Rover Tours has the newest fleet of vehicles with unlimited 4G wifi on board.
We guarantee you the very best of customer service at all times. Once our customer you are always our valued customer.
FAQ
Everything you need to know before joining our Northern Ireland Treasures Tour. Full, detailed itineraries are available on the individual tour page on our website.
- You can cancel or amend your tour up to 24 hours in advance of the tour’s first departure time.
- To qualify for a full refund, notice must be given by email.
- We refund 100% of the amount received. Please note that any card or bank processing fees applied by your payment provider are outside of our control and are non-refundable.
- Late arrivals, missed departures, and no-shows are not eligible for a refund.
- We recommend checking whether your travel insurance covers missed tours or late cancellations.
For private tours, please see the separate cancellation policy listed under the *Private Tours* section.
This tour includes a guided Belfast Walking Tour with a local guide, a 30-minute stop at Dunluce Castle with entrance included, and free time at the Giant’s Causeway, one of Ireland’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage sites.
The tour departs at 7:15 AM from the Dublin Bus Office, 59 O’Connell Street, D01 RX04, Dublin 1. Please remember to get to the meeting point at least 10 minutes early. This tour currently operates seven days a week.
During your 60-minute guided walking tour of central Belfast, led by a professional local guide, you’ll explore the city’s landmarks, learn about its history and culture, and hear fascinating stories from a local perspective, mostly around the city hall area. After the walking tour, you’ll have around 60-70 minutes of free time to explore Belfast city centre, visit cafés, or do some shopping before continuing your journey.
Yes, as of January 26, 2026, entrance to Dunluce Castle is included in your tour. You will have around 30 minutes to explore the ruins and enjoy the coastal views before continuing your journey.
You’ll have around 2 hours of free time at the Giant’s Causeway. You can take the shuttle bus down to the stones (small extra charge, paid locally) or walk along one of the scenic hiking trails for incredible coastal views. There’s also a traditional pub nearby where many guests choose to have lunch or a coffee before rejoining the coach.
Meals are not included, but there are several café and restaurant options along the way, including a pub near the Giant’s Causeway where you can enjoy lunch or coffee. You’re also welcome to bring your own packed lunch.
This tour operates as a round trip from Dublin, but in some cases, pickup or drop-off in Belfast may be possible on request. Please email our office in advance at info@wildrovertours.com to check availability.
Card payments are widely accepted across Northern Ireland, including at attractions, cafés, and shops, so you shouldn’t have any issues paying by card. However, we do recommend carrying a small amount of pounds sterling (GBP) in cash for smaller purchases, just in case a card terminal is temporarily unavailable.
The island of Ireland is an open, free-travel zone. There are no immigration or passport controls on the border with the North of Ireland, in keeping with the law as enforced through the Good Friday Agreement of 1998. For further information on UK border control, click here.
Yes, as of January 26, 2026, this tour now includes a stop at Dunluce Castle with entrance included instead of a stop in Bushmills village.
To ensure the tour flows smoothly and to take traffic conditions into account, the order of attractions may vary, for example visiting the Giant’s Causeway first and Belfast in the afternoon, but time at each stop will not be reduced.
The return time to Dublin is approximately 8 PM, depending on traffic and weather conditions. Drop-off at the end of the tour is on D’Olier Street, close to Trinity College and central transport connections.
