Haddad's Ireland and Northern Ireland Adventure

Day 1 - Monday 21^st July - Welcome to Dublin

Arriving in Ireland today, a private transfer will pick you up from the airport and whisk you into the city to your 5 star hotel in the city centre. Check-in is at 3pm however feel free to leave your bags, freshen up, or have a bite to eat.

Head out in the afternoon to enjoy a walking tour with a local private guide through this vibrant capital city, with its mix of 1,000 years of architecture from the mediaeval to Georgian to modern. See the Georgian style Merrion Square, lush St. Stephen’s Green and Fitzwilliam Square, as well as O’Connell Street, the site of the ‘1916 Uprising’ that led to Ireland’s independence in 1922. Your guide is also a historian who will bring the city to life with colourful tales of life in the city in times gone by.

Overnight: Dublin | The Westbury Hotel
Room Type: Deluxe King
Meals Included: None

Day 2 - Tuesday 22^nd July - Iconic Dublin

Today explore some of the best of Dublin. From the historic Trinity College and the Book of Kells, to the Guinness Storehouse with it’s iconic 360 degree rooftop bar and the stout know around the world.

You’ll see remnants of the past present and future as you walk the cobbled streets, walk past buildings with the bullet holes from the revolution, find viking remnants and castles around the corners and much more in this lively city.

After a busy day we’ll recommend some of the best places to hear a lilting tune and enjoy a pint.

Overnight: Dublin | The Westbury Hotel
Room Type: Deluxe King
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 3 - Wednesday 23^rd July - Dublin to Belfast

After a leisurely morning, catch the train from Dublin, head into the heart of Northern Ireland, Belfast. Stroll through the lively streets adorned with colourful murals that tell tales of the city’s resilience and transformation. If you have time today, head into the Titanic Museum for a look at the build and historical impact of the Titanic on the city of Belfast before it met it’s fate.

Overnight: Belfast | The Fitzwilliam Belfast
Room Type: City View King
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 4 - Thursday 24^th July - Titanic and beyond

This morning, explore Belfast in the comfort of a black cab with a local guide. Once a city marked by bloody battles and civil strife, Belfast’s complex history unfolds as you dive into the era of The Troubles. You’ll visit the city’s murals and peace walls, hear firsthand stories of life during the conflict, and view historical photographs, all narrated by someone who lived through those turbulent times, offering a deep understanding of Northern Ireland’s dramatic past. Along the way, you’ll also see iconic landmarks like Stormont, Crumlin Road Gaol, and City Hall, each playing a significant role in Belfast’s history. In the evening, indulge in Belfast’s growing reputation as a foodie destination.

Overnight: Belfast | The Fitzwilliam
Room Type: City View King
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 5 - Friday 25^th July - Giants Causeway

Overnight: Ballycastle | The Salthouse Hotel
Room Type: Serene King
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 6 - Saturday 26^th July - Giants Causeway

Overnight: Ballycastle | The Salthouse Hotel
Room Type: Serene King
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 7 - Sunday 27^th July - Whiskey and Chocolates

Today explore your senses and taste buds along the northern coast, after a relaxing morning head to meet our friends at a local chocolatier for a tasting and creating experience.

After a lunch stop, top off your day with a private whiskey experience in Bushmills Distillery. One of the oldest licensed distilleries in the world, with a history dating back to 1608. Gather some unique tastings and even gather a bottle to go.

You return to your lovely coastal accommodation once more this evening, perhaps venturing into the town for a lively local tune and some traditional food.

Overnight: Ballycastle | The Salthouse Hotel
Room Type: Serene King
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 8 - Monday 28^th July - Ballycastle to Derry

Today you have plenty of time to unwind and take life at your own pace, you can enjoy the hotel’s spa before checking out this morning, or if you feeling like getting a move on we will make some suggestion of stops on your drive from Ballycastle to Derry.

Arriving in the beautiful and historic city of Derry, unwind in your historically rich and beautiful accommodation, the Bishop’s Gate. We’ll wield you with suggestions to get started in town.

Overnight: Derry | Bishop's Gate Hotel
Room Type: Penthouse Suite
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 9 - Tuesday 29^th July - Derry City

Derry City is the only remaining completely walled city in Ireland and one of the finest examples of Walled Cities in Europe. Built in the 17th century, the walls, approximately 1.5km in circumference, form a walkway around the inner city and provide a unique promenade with which to view the layout of the original town. Your private tour guide will incorporate the tragic events of Jan 30th 1972 when a peaceful protest turned violent leading to the killing of 14 unarmed men and boys along with the injury of many other in an event knows as Bloody Sunday. Take a step off Derry’s 400-year-old City Walls and step inside the delightfully Dickensian Craft Village – the Jewel inside Derry’s crown. The reconstructed 18th Century streets meets a 19th century square, packed with an inviting mix of artisan shops, home to local crafters, restaurants and coffee shops – the perfect lunch/ afternoon tea activity!

Overnight: Derry | Bishop's Gate Hotel
Room Type: Penthouse Suite
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 10 - Wednesday 30^th July - Derry to Dublin

Take your time this morning and when you’re ready head back down towards Dublin, we’ll offer a few suggestions to break up the drive.

Back in Dublin this evening, you’ll have the chance to dive deeper into Dublin City.

Overnight: Dublin | The Westbury Hotel
Room Type: Westbury King

Day 11 - Thursday 31^st July - Depart

A private transfer will collect you from your accommodation and take you to the airport to make your onward connections. Waving farewell for now but taking with you special memories and wonderful stories of your explorations.