Northern & Southern Ireland





Journey through a land of poets and storytellers
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- Start
- Belfast, United Kingdom
- End
- Dublin, Ireland
- Destinations
- Ireland, United Kingdom
- Meals
- 8 breakfasts
- Transport
- Train, Public bus, Private vehicle, Ferry
- Accommodation
- Hotel (7 nights), Bed and Breakfast (1 night)
- Days
- 9
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Ages
- Min 15
- ThemeOur themes categorise trips based on a common interest or activity, while showcasing the highlights of a destination.
- Explorer
- StyleBasix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time
Original: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time
Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities
Premium: 4+ star accommodation, exclusive premium inclusions, our most experienced leaders - Original
- Physical ratingIndicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
Why you'll love this trip
- Explore Ireland’s natural wonder, the Ring of Kerry, and see farmers in action with a sheep farm visit and herding demonstration.
- Scramble around the clustered pillars of Giant's Causeway on your way to Derry and decide for yourself if it’s a natural phenomenon or the work of giants, as legends say.
- Take a ferry to the Aran Islands, which have been crafted by centuries of wild winds and smashing waves and visit ruins along the rugged coastline from the Bronze and Iron Age with your local leader.
- Learn about Bloody Sunday from those who were directly affected by it on a tour of Derry Bogside. As you walk, you’ll hear the story, retrace parts of the original march and visit places where the dead and wounded fell.
- Dive into Dublin's energetic nightlife, where it’ll feel like there’s a pub on every corner. Check out its creative neighbourhoods, brimming with hip bars and trendy eateries and join your fellow travellers for a pint of Guinness (or two!)
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2025 - 31 December 2025
Itinerary
Inclusions and activities
8 breakfasts
Train, Public bus, Private vehicle, Ferry
Hotel (7 nights), Bed and Breakfast (1 night)
Is this trip right for you?
- Ireland’s nights are chilly year-round, especially in Autumn/Winter. Pack warm layers, a hat, gloves, scarf, waterproof gear and an umbrella just in case.
- Accommodation is twin share, so solo travellers will room with another of the same gender. It's a great chance to connect with like-minded people – but you can opt for the single room supplement if you'd prefer your own space at night.
- This trip is quite fast-paced to maximise your time in Ireland. Expect regular orientation walks, which are intensive but essential for exploring. For deeper exploration of Belfast and Dublin, consider arriving early or extending your trip.
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please note that due to the small properties we use in Europe there is only a limited amount of single supplements available per trip departure. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. You don't have a lot of time in Belfast and Dublin at the start and the end of the trip respectively, so if you're keen to explore these spectacular cities in depth we recommend you arrive a day or two before the start of the trip and/or extend your stay at the end.
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