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The North of Ireland
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Summary
A journey through time
Northern Ireland is an area of rich and diverse ancient and historical interest. From great prehistoric sites shrouded in mystery, and amazing, rugged landscapes, this small corner of the world has a lot to offer. From enigmatic megalithic archaeology to medieval castles - and the region’s troubled modern history, we will sample the wonders of Northern Ireland’s varied past. With Belfast as your hub, this tour will allow us to experience the warm welcome of the city’s culture.
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The price above includes any applicable early booking discount and a pay in full discount, and applies only if you pay the full balance at time of booking.
Deposit: $500 Single supplement: $400
Back-to-back tours
Add-on tours are available for this booking.
After this tour:
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Prehistoric Ireland:
26 June-3 July 2022
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Call us on 888-331-3476
Keeping you safe on your next tour
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FREE 'Travel Safe' kits for every traveller
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Self-drive options
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Enhanced Health and Safety audits
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Distanced seating on coaches
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'Get me home' service and private airport transfers
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COVID protocols at our hotels, and aboard our cruise ships
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Packed lunches and flexible dining options
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Flexible balance payment date and COVID-friendly refund conditions
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COVID-testing and training for tour staff
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Constant monitoring and post-tour tracing
Meet your Experts
Jeremy Bennett
Andante Guide Lecturer
Jeremy Bennett is currently embarked on PhD studies at Magdalene College, Cambridge. His research focuses on the development of the agrarian landscapes of Malta and Gozo, particularly the rise of agricultural terracing.
Your itinerary
Day 1 - Belfast
This afternoon, meet the group and visit the Ulster Museum which features significant archaeological finds from Northern Ireland. Before dinner, there will be an introductory lecture.
| Hotel | Grand Central Hotel, Belfast |
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| Meals included | Lunch, Dinner |
Day 2 - Downpatrick & Legananny Dolmen
Our first visit of the day will be to Giant’s Ring, a Neolithic henge monument situated on the outskirts of Belfast. Afterwards, we continue our journey to Downpatrick. Upon our arrival we visit Down Cathedral, to view the magnificent stain glass windows and St. Patrick’s grave just outside. On our way back to Belfast we stop at Ballynoe Stone circle and the impressive Neolithic Legananny Dolmen, probably the most famous megalithic monument in Northern Ireland.
| Hotel | Grand Central Hotel, Belfast |
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| Meals included | All meals included |
Day 3 - Navan Fort & Titanic Belfast
This morning, we drive to Armagh to visit Navan Fort, legendary Emian Macha, a large hilltop enclosure assumed to represent an ancient ceremonial site. Back in Belfast this afternoon, we spend time at Titanic Belfast exploring the history of this tragically famous ship. Amongst the highlights are full-scale reconstructions of parts of the interior and original Titanic artefacts. Our last visit of today will be to the National Museum of the Royal Navy.
| Hotel | Grand Central Hotel, Belfast |
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| Meals included | Breakfast, Lunch |
Day 4 - Giant’s Causeway & Bushmill
Today we journey north. Situated dramatically on the edge of an outcrop on the craggy Antrim coast, we visit the ruins of Dunluce Castle, seat of the McDonnell Clan. A short drive brings us to probably the most famous geological feature of Northern Ireland, the Giant’s Causeway. Before we make our way back to Belfast, we visit the Bushmills Distillery. Here, we will have lunch and enjoy a whiskey tasting.
| Hotel | Grand Central Hotel, Belfast |
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| Meals included | All meals included |
Day 5 - Belfast
On our last day, we take a walk-through Belfast to view some of the most important features of the city.
| Meals included | Breakfast |
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Tour dates & prices
Included in your cost:
- Expert Guide Lecturer
- Meals as per the itinerary, wine and tea or coffee with dinner
- Local travel aboard a private air-conditioned coach
- All taxes & gratuities
- Field notes
- Accommodation
| Tour Departure | Tour ID | Departure date | Return Date | Guided by | Price | Deposit | Single supplement | Offer | Availability |
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| 21 June 2022 | ANOI220621 | 21 June 2022 (Tuesday) | 25 June 2022 (Saturday) | Jeremy Bennett | $2,950 (ex. flights) |
$500 | $400 |
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| 26 July 2022 | ANOI220726 | 26 July 2022 (Tuesday) | 30 July 2022 (Saturday) | Jeremy Bennett | $2,950 (ex. flights) |
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| 30 August 2022 | ANOI220830 | 30 August 2022 (Tuesday) | 3 September 2022 (Saturday) | Jeremy Bennett | $2,950 (ex. flights) |
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