About this tour
An eight-hour guided excursion from Belfast Cruise Terminal covering Northern Ireland's most striking landmarks. You'll navigate the Peace Walls and their politically charged murals, then travel north to the Dark Hedges (recognisable from Game of Thrones), the hexagonal basalt columns of Giant's Causeway, and the clifftop ruins of Dunluce Castle. An optional whiskey distillery visit rounds out the day. Private transport and entry fees are included.
Highlights
- Peace Walls murals documenting the Troubles and reconciliation efforts
- Dark Hedges: the atmospheric tree-lined avenue from television
- Giant's Causeway: UNESCO site of 40,000 interlocking basalt pillars
- Dunluce Castle: medieval fortress perched above sheer coastal cliffs
- Optional tour of Bushmills Distillery whiskey-making process
- Private vehicle throughout; no group transport hassles
What to expect
The day begins with a local-led walk through Belfast's Peace Walls, where political murals tell the city's recent divisive history and present-day efforts towards peace. You'll then drive north through the Antrim countryside to the Dark Hedges—a narrow lane of ancient beech trees that served as a filming location for a popular fantasy series. Next, you reach Giant's Causeway, where you explore the otherworldly geometry of volcanic basalt columns on foot along the shoreline. The final stop is Dunluce Castle, a ruined medieval stronghold dramatically positioned on a headland. Those interested can add a guided distillery visit to learn how Irish whiskey is made.
Good to know
Wear waterproof layers and sturdy footwear; the coastal path to Giant's Causeway is exposed and can be wet. Infants travel free in provided seats or prams. The eight-hour duration includes transport time; actual site exploration is roughly four hours. Booking the whiskey visit in advance is recommended.
Frequently asked
- How long does Giants Causeway day trip from Belfast Cruise Terminal take?
- Giants Causeway day trip from Belfast Cruise Terminal runs for approximately 8 hours.
- How much does Giants Causeway day trip from Belfast Cruise Terminal cost?
- Prices start from AUD $1149 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Giants Causeway day trip from Belfast Cruise Terminal run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Giants Causeway day trip from Belfast Cruise Terminal?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.