Northern Ireland (Dunadry)
A special place - so long off the holiday map - now a must-see region on the island of Ireland
A special place - so long off the holiday map - now a must-see region on the island of Ireland
To witness the drama of Ireland’s Causeway Coast and Glens is to walk with ancient forces and experience an unsurpassed blend of majesty and sheer beauty. You won’t just travel through the land, but will take a journey of the spirit. This is a special place, for so long off the holiday map, now a thriving arts and cultural must-see region on the island of Ireland. The diversity of the sculpted landscape, under wide bright skies and ever-changing light, is sharpened by the rare purity of its air; refreshing and invigorating. Visiting both Belfast and Dublin, cities with tumultuous and dramatic histories now happily returned to peace and both offering a unique Celic experience.
ITINERARY
MONDAY - Morning departure from Dorset northwards to Carlisle area for overnight stay in 3 star hotel with dinner.
TUESDAY - Drive along the Solway Coast to Cairnryan. Join the afternoon ferry (2 hrs) to Larne and make the 30 minute drive to our hotel at Dunadry with welcome shortbread and tea/coffee on arrival.
WEDNESDAY - We shall visit the extraordinary Giant's Causeway, a UNESCO Heritage Site. It has inspired artists, stirred scientific debate and captured the imagination of all who see it. The mystery and stories are explained in the award winning visitor centre. After lunch make a spectacular drive along the Antrim coast, widely regarded as one of the finest marine drives in Europe: Ballycastle - Glenariff - Glenarm - Dunadry.
THURSDAY - A morning 2½ hour coach sightseeing tour of Belfast in the hands of a local and enthusiastic guide. Discover the famous landmarks and intriguing history and heritage of the city. This afternoon visit the Titanic Visitor Centre, a new state of the art exhibition on the site of the famous liners original creation.
FRIDAY - Tour past the Sperrin Mountains to Omagh and visit the Ulster American Folk Park which illustrates the story of thousands of people who emigrated to the USA during the 18th & 19th centuries. Later visit Enniskillen, built on an island in the Fermanagh Lakelands - the castle contains an award winning heritage centre and museum.
SATURDAY - We head southbound and cross the border into Eire, passing through Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty - via Newry - to Dublin, capital of The Republic. There will be time for sightseeing in the city centre. Stay overnight at The Talbot Hotel Stillorgan just outside the city.
SUNDAY - An early departure from hotel to board the Stena Line ferry sailing at 08:15 from Dublin. Breakfast included onboard. Arrive Holyhead 12noon and drive back to Dorset by late evening.
B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
Dunadry Hotel & Country Club, County Antrim
A place of elegance, depth and unmistakable charm – a four star hotel built on the site of an ancient fort rich in stories of the past. 83 beautifully appointed bedrooms look out onto five acres of landscaped gardens, all equipped with private bathroom with free toiletries, hairdryer, television, phone, iron, tea tray and free wifi. The Mill Race Bistro offers relaxed and informal dining with a modern menu from around the world. The Copper Bar is warm and friendly – a homely place to enjoy a drink by the open fire. Guests have full use of the indoor heated pool, jacuzzi, steam room and gym. There is no lift but only two floors and half the bedrooms are on the ground floor.
TOUR PRICE : £940.00 per person
Single Room Supplement : £190.00
Price includes: All coach travel, Return ferry crossings, Overnight hotel Carlisle area, 4 nights hotel in Dunadry, Overnight hotel in Dublin, Half board meals throughout, Entry to Giants Causeway, Local guide in Belfast, Entry to Titanic Belfast, Entry to Ulster Folk Park, Porterage in Ireland,
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
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| Beaminster Area | Convenient local point in Beaminster to be advised |
| Blandford Area | Convenient local point in Blandford to be advised |
| Bournemouth Area | Convenient point in Bournemouth to be advised |
| Branksome Area | Convenient point in Branksome to be advised |
| Bridport Area | Convenient local point in Bridport to be advised |
| Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, Fortuneswell, Portland |
| Charlestown | The Alexandra Inn, Chickerell Road, Charlestown |
| Chickerell | Bluebird Garage, Chickerell Road |
| Corfe Castle | Convenient point in Corfe Castle to be advised |
| Courtlands | Portland, Courtlands bus stop |
| Dorchester South Station | Dorchester South Station bus stop |
| Dorchester TOT | Top O'Town Car Park (by cafe), Dorchester |
| Easton | Easton Square, Portland |
| Ferndown Area | Convenient local point in Ferndown to be advised |
| Foords Corner | Foords Corner bus stop, Wyke Regis |
| Jestys Avenue | Bus stop end of Jestys Avenue on Littlemoor Road |
| Littlemead | Broadwey, Littlemead bus stop (Swan Inn) |
| Lodmoor Hill | Lodmoor Hill Bus Stop (near Post Office) |
| Lyme Regis | Convenient local point in Lyme Regis to be advised |
| Lyndale bus stop | Wyke Regis, Lyndale Bus Stop |
| Nottington | Broadwey, Nottington Corner bus stop |
| Other Points in Dorset | Phone us to discuss a convenient pick up. |
| Poole Area | Convenient local point in Poole to be advised |
| Poundbury QMSE | Poundbury Queen Mother Square bus stop (Coach heading into Dorchester) |
| Radipole | Spa Hotel bus stop, Radipole |
| Redlands | Redlands, Opposite Garage |
| Ringwood Area | Convenient local point in Ringwood to be advised |
| Rodwell | Rodwell Traffic Lights, Rodwell Rd/Rodwell Ave |
| Sgt Bunn | St Bunn Bakery, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| Sherborne Area | Convenient local point in Sherborne to be advised |
| Southwell | Portland, Southwell, Opposite Eight Kings Inn |
| St Edmunds Church | St Edmunds Church, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
| St Johns Church | Weymouth, St Johns Church, outside Dentist |
| St Nicholas Church | St Nicholas Church, Buxton Road, Weymouth |
| Sturminster Newton Area | Convenient point in Stur. Newton to be advised |
| Swanage Area | Convenient local point in Swanage to be advised |
| To be advised | To be advised - Approx. 2 weeks before travel |
| Upton Area | Convenient local point in Upton to be advised |
| Victoria Square | Victoria Square bus stop, Portland |
| Wareham Area | Convenient local point in Wareham to be advised |
| Westwey Road | Westwey Rd, Magistrates Court, Weymouth |
| Weymouth Bluebird | Weymouth, Outside Bluebird Office, K1 bus stop |
| Wimborne Area | Convenient local point in Wimborne to be advised |
| Wool Area | Convenient local point in Wool to be advised |
| Wyke Smuggler | Smugglers Inn, Wyke Regis |
| Yeovil Area | Convenient local point in Yeovil to be advised |
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