The start of your journey.

We start our journey to explore the mythical past of giants ad folklore from Northern Ireland’s charming capital Belfast

Take in the sights of the city en route to the world famous North Coast.

As we depart we will see several well-known landmarks including our impressive City Hall, the slanting Albert Memorial Clock and imposing mountain known as the Napoleon’s Nose (the believed inspiration behind Gulliver’s Travels the bestselling novel by Jonathan Swift).

The Dark Hedges, located in County Antrim, is a picturesque and haunting avenue of towering beech trees, whose twisted branches form a canopy that creates an otherworldly and mystical atmosphere. It now attracts visitors from around the world after gaining fame as a filming location for Game of Thrones. Want to know why this tree-lined avenue is so famous? Read our Dark Hedges guide for its history, Game of Thrones connection and visitor tips.

This is also where we will stop for lunch.

The highlight of the day is our stop to the giant’s causeway where you will be able to walk across the stones themselves.

Estimated to be a staggering 60 million years old!

Whether you prefer to believe the geological explanation of a volcanic eruption or indulge in the folklore of exploits of giants Finn McCool and Benandonner, either way you will leave with an unforgettable memory of this must-see geological phenomenon.

One of the oldest licensed whiskey distilleries in the world, with a rich history dating back to 1608. Known for its smooth and distinctive single malt whiskeys, Old Bushmills Distillery (established in 1784) uses locally sourced ingredients and traditional methods to craft its iconic products.

Photo Opportunity: Dunluce Castle

We will make a stop for a photo opportunity of Dunluce Castle: A 16th Century castle perched dramatically on the rugged cliffs of Northern Ireland's Causeway Coast. It is a striking medieval fortress with a rich history.