Discover the spectacular highlights of Northern Ireland on this comprehensive 12-hour tour from Dublin. Visit the UNESCO Giant’s Causeway, explore Belfast, and see iconic Game of Thrones filming locations.
Discover the spectacular highlights of Northern Ireland on this comprehensive 12-hour tour from Dublin. Visit the UNESCO Giant’s Causeway, explore Belfast, and see iconic Game of Thrones filming locations.
- Paddywagon Tours - Departing from Dublin, the tour heads north, crossing the border into Northern Ireland. A brief comfort stop ensures everyone arrives refreshed and ready for an exciting day of sightseeing.
- The Dark Hedges - Visit Northern Ireland’s most famous natural wonder, the Dark Hedges. Planted in the 18th century by the Stuart…
- Paddywagon Tours - Departing from Dublin, the tour heads north, crossing the border into Northern Ireland. A brief comfort stop ensures everyone arrives refreshed and ready for an exciting day of sightseeing.
- The Dark Hedges - Visit Northern Ireland’s most famous natural wonder, the Dark Hedges. Planted in the 18th century by the Stuart family to impress guests, many will recognize it as King’s Road from the popular TV series Game of Thrones. It’s a fantastic photo opportunity and a chance to step into a real-life set!
- Glens of Antrim - Enjoy a scenic drive through the Glens of Antrim on the way to the North Coast. This area is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty. Take in the panoramic views of the valleys and charming countryside of County Antrim.
- Causeway Coastal Route - Travel along the Causeway Coast, offering stunning views of Rathlin Island and, on clear days, the Scottish coast 13 miles away. The breathtaking scenery makes it one of Europe’s most visited destinations!
- Giant’s Causeway - The highlight for many, the Giant’s Causeway, is a masterpiece of perfectly shaped hexagonal columns, said to be built by the Irish giant Fionn and his Scottish rival Angus. The tour guide will share more about the Causeway and local legends. The path to the stones is just a 10-minute walk from the center. A mobility bus is available for a small fee for those with walking difficulties. Enjoy 90 minutes to explore, walk, hike, relax, and capture amazing photos!
- Dunluce Castle - Arrive at one of the world’s most dramatic castle ruins for a 60-minute stop. Marvel at how this ancient castle perches on the cliff’s edge. Part of Dunluce Castle fell into the sea in the 1600s, and some servants tragically died. It is said to be haunted by these unfortunate souls. The entrance fee is included, so enjoy exploring and taking incredible photos before leaving the coast for Belfast.
- Belfast - On the return to Dublin, stop in Belfast for some leisure time. The guide will highlight some of the city’s attractions upon arrival. Near City Hall, enjoy approximately 60 minutes of free time in the city center for fresh air and refreshments. Note: This is a brief visit for those who may not have another chance to see Belfast. To fully experience Belfast, a full day is recommended. The return journey to Dublin is smooth and efficient. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride!
- Paddywagon Tours Ltd - Relax on the return to Dublin via the motorway, expecting to arrive back at approximately 8:30 pm after a fun-filled day!

- USB Charging Points at Every Seat
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Dunluce Castle Entrance Fee
- All taxes, road tolls and handling charges
- Live commentary on board
- UNESCO Giant’s Causeway access (public admission to this national monument is free of charge)
- USB Charging Points at Every Seat
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Dunluce Castle Entrance Fee
- All taxes, road tolls and handling charges
- Live commentary on board
- UNESCO Giant’s Causeway access (public admission to this national monument is free of charge)
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Explore the breathtaking attractions of Northern Ireland on this well-loved 12-hour tour departing from Dublin. This journey includes delightful stops at the UNESCO World Heritage site Giant’s Causeway, the vibrant city of Belfast, the historic Dunluce Castle, and the enchanting Dark Hedges, showcasing the finest Northern Irish landscapes.
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Explore the breathtaking attractions of Northern Ireland on this well-loved 12-hour tour departing from Dublin. This journey includes delightful stops at the UNESCO World Heritage site Giant’s Causeway, the vibrant city of Belfast, the historic Dunluce Castle, and the enchanting Dark Hedges, showcasing the finest Northern Irish landscapes.
Formed by volcanic activity over 60 million years ago, this natural marvel is steeped in legend, with locals claiming it was created by a mythical giant from Celtic folklore. Your guide will share fascinating stories, allowing you to draw your own conclusions!
Fans of Game of Thrones will recognize iconic locations such as Kings Landing and the House of Greyjoy at the Dark Hedges and Dunluce Castle. Enjoy refreshments and explore the vibrant city life in Belfast.
This tour offers the most thorough itinerary available from Dublin and has been a favorite for over two decades. To ensure your spot, it is advisable to book at least 24 hours in advance!
- This tour will return to Dublin at approximately 8:00-8:30pm.
- This tour is operated by Paddywagon Tours, the market leader on this scheduled group tour route. Your bus will highly likely be a green bus or coach with “Paddywagon Tours” written on the side in yellow.
- Due to occasional roadworks in Dublin city, it is possible that your bus might not enter the street you have chosen and a tour representative may walk around to the group instead. So keep your eyes and ears out!
- Please be in place 5- 10 minutes in advance of departure.
- Seats are allocated on a first- come, first- served basis.
- Similar to the airline industry, we cannot ask drivers to wait for latecomers due to government route- license restrictions.
- Please request baby seat at the time of booking.
- Bookings made through Viator will automatically be signed up for the pickup point and collection time specified in the booking.
- If you wish to change your reservation to one of the other pick-up locations offered by Paddywagon Tours, you will need to contact us by telephone or email not later than 17:00 the evening prior so that we can guarantee the change. Please note that changes are only guaranteed once confirmed in writing by us.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.