In The Footsteps Of Giants
In The Footsteps Of Giants
Book NowJoin us as we head over to Northern Ireland for our In the Footsteps of Giants tour staying at the wonderful 4-star Dunadry Hotel and Gardens. Discover Ireland’s rugged northern coastline, the stuff of myths, legends and of course giants. Travel the scenic Causeway and Antrim Coast known throughout the world for its spectacular views with a guide onboard to enhance our tour. Visit the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre, Follow in the legendary footsteps of giants at Northern Ireland's iconic World Heritage Site. Visit Mount Stewart House and Gardens in Portaferry, a beautiful Neo-Classical house with stunning interiors and celebrated gardens. Step inside the exciting world of Game of Thrones to explore authentic sets, costumes and props from the hit series on an official studio tour. This great tour of giants, myths and legends has something for everyone, book early to avoid disappointment.
Your Holiday Includes:
Door to door service
Return ferry crossing Cairnryan/Belfast/Cairnryan
Porterage
Dinner, bed and breakfast
En suite bedrooms
Admission to Mount Stewart House and Gardens
Single crossing on Strangford ferry – Portaferry/ Strangford
Admission to Giants Causeway Visitors Centre, Bushmills
Services of a guide for the day- Giants Causeway and Antrim Coast guided coach tour
Games of Thrones studio tour
Excursions
Executive coach travel throughout
£181.00 Single Room Supplement
Itinerary:
Monday
Depart Leyland at 08.00hrs for our journey to Cairnryan in Scotland with a suitable lunch stop en-route. Board the ferry to Belfast, arrive at the hotel to a warm welcome while your case is taken to your room.
Tuesday
Today's journey takes us along the banks of the Stangford Lough to visit New-Classic Mount Stewart House and Gardens, following our visit board the Stranford Ferry for the short journey to Strangford, travel back to the hotel via the Strangford and Lecale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty via Comber.
Wednesday
Today our guide joins us onboard the coach for a scenic Antrim Coast and Giant's Causeway tour. Take the stunning coastal route, via the small fishing town of Carnlough, to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Giant's Causeway. Explore the fascinating basalt stone columns left by volcanic eruptions 60 million years ago or, as legend would have it, the stepping stones of the giant Finn McCool! The state-of-the-art visitor centre offers an enhanced visitor experience.
Thursday
Today's excursion takes us to Banbridge, the principle film studios and largest indoor visitor attraction in Ireland where we enter the world of Game of Thrones. Enjoy a studio tour to uncover secrets of the ground-breaking special effects, costume designs, and iconic props, a real treat for any fans of the fantasy drama series centred on noble families in the fictional Seven Kingdoms of Westeros battling for the control of the Iron Throne.
Friday
Check out of our hotel following breakfast, enjoy free time in Belfast with time to obtain lunch before travelling to Belfast Port for our return sailing to Cairnryan. Disembark in Cairnryan to continue our journey home.
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| SRS | £181.00 Single Room Supplement | For Sole Use | Yes |
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| Hotel | Dunadry Hotel and Gardens, 2 Islandreagh Drive, Dunadry, Antrim BT41 2HA |
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| Hotel Star Rating | 4 Star |
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| About the hotel | Nestled on the banks of the flowing Six Mile River in County Antrim, the Dunadry Hotel is one of Northern Irelands finest resort properties, perfectly located for the itinerary on our tour. Guest bedrooms are each carefully designed with comfort and relaxation in mind. When you are not relaxing in your room enjoy a stroll around the award-winning gardens and meet the resort peacocks or head to the modern Health & Fitness Club to work up a sweat in the fully equipped gym or simply unwind in the indoor heated pool and thermal areas. The Dunadry is steeped in history, traced back as far as the 1600’s when it housed the High Kings of Ireland. The history that flows through this iconic venue can be seen in the rich traditional features still on show, which compliment it’s now modern and contemporary décor coupled with the stunning setting it provides a character and charm like no other. |
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| Hairdryer | Yes |
| Lift | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Toiletries | Yes |
| Safe/Safety Deposit Box | No |
| AC | No |
| Pool | Yes |
| Gym | Yes |
| Iron | Yes |
| Tea/Coffee | Yes |
| Porterage | Yes |
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Below is a list of coach joining points available on this tour. Please note, not all pick-ups are available on all departures.
Below is a list of coach joining points available on this tour. Please note, not all pick-ups are available on all departures.
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| Carnforth | Carnforth Truckstop |
| Heysham Port | Heysham Ferry terminal |
| Leyland Tesco Extra | Leyland Tesco Extra, Bus Lane |
