Dublin tour to Giant's Causeway Belfast Black Taxi Dunluce Castle

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Duration:13 hours (approx.)
Location: Dublin, Ireland

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Depart Dublin travel by luxury coach to Belfast for a political black cab tour, followed by a trip to the Giant’s Causeway and Dunluce Castle. From the comfort of your black cab, tour Northern Ireland's capital, see the landmark sites including the Falls and Shankill neighbourhoods. Stopping at various locations and sign the Peace Wall, learn of Belfast’s tragic political history.
After departing Belfast we travel through the county of Antrim onto the spectacular Antrim Coastal route. Our next stop is the world famous Dun Luce Castle. Admission is included with a visiting time of 30 minutes.
We then proceed just down the coastal road to the Giant’s Causeway (lunch options available there). Explore its dramatic cliffs and rock formations with a visiting time of 2 hours.
Head for home, with lots of fun on the way and a designated rest stop.

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Departure point times and locations are: 7 AM at The Starbucks Cafe on 1 College Green 7:05 AM at Dublin Bus Office, 59 O’Connell Street, Dublin 1 Please make sure you get to the meeting point at least 10 minutes early. We cannot wait for any latecomers.
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Next on the tour is the visit to an area of Belfast City known as the Shankill. During the "Troubles" the Shankill was a centre of loyalist paramilitary activity, where the modern Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF) and Ulster Defence Association (UDA) had its genesis. Loyalist paramilitary groups pledging allegiance to the British monarchy and to maintaining the partitioned 6 counties of Ireland known as Northern Ireland within the United Kingdom. Similar to the Falls area the Shankill is adorned with huge murals celebrating historical events, honouring people from the past some of whom from the local community. At all stops during the, in total, 90 minute tour our guests have ample opportunity to capture amazing images of the world’s largest outdoor art gallery. There will be lots out time spent out of the cab, the group size is so small the tour will be a very personalised experience. Your guide has personal stories and folklore to share.
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Arriving in Belfast City at 9.15, a 20 minute break where bathroom facilities/refreshments are available. Groups of passengers averaging 5 in number will then be escorted by a local driver guide to a black cab and the tour of the world’s largest outdoor art gallery begins. A unique and riveting experience, a journey into the most recent conflict in Irish history all guided by local with first-hand experience, intimate knowledge of the city’s most recent tragic political, social, religious conflicts which have convulsed the two countries of Ireland and the United Kingdom but in particular the communities of Northern Ireland for decades. Visit west Belfast most well-known and easily identified mural is that of Bobby Sands located on the side of Sinn Féin's Falls Road building. This area known as the Falls is predominantly Catholic Nationalist / Republican. Also a collection Irish republican and international politically themed murals known as 'The International Wall' and the "Peace Wall"
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As part of the Black Cab tour your guide will visit what is known as the "Peace Wall or Walls". Here you will be told of the reasons why they are built and to what benefit. They effectively split the Roman Catholic community from the Protestant community. The first peace lines of "the Troubles" were built in 1969, following the outbreak of civil unrest in 1969. Initially built as temporary structures, they are now permanent structures as they are effective in limiting the sectarian violence perpetrated they the worst elements in both communities. The walls are wider, longer, more numerous than ever. They have multiplied over the years. They have been increased in both height, length and number since the Good Friday Agreement of 1998. In Belfast 75% of the 97 peace lines are in the north and west of the city. These area's are home to the poorer and more disadvantaged inhabitants of Belfast. Sadly 67% of the deaths during the "Troubles" occurred within 500 metres of one of these walls.
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On this tour, you will be given the option to do the Political Black taxi tour, or to visit the Titanic Experience. If you choose to go for the taxi tour, you will also get to see the impressive Titanic Experience building, as you will be dropped off at the museum and we will continue the tour from there. You will be able to use the restroom and visit the café downstairs.
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Touring the rugged coast of Antrim, its remote glens, sheer faced cliffs, small fishing villages and pristine beaches is one of the world’s most stunning and unspoilt coastlines. The Giants Causeway’s basalt columns are world famous with the latest celebrants to the area the cast, directors and producers of the tv series Game of Thrones. Many of the settings for the series you will see and hear of with ample opportunity to capture images on the day. The coastline dotted with harbour fishing villages, small rural farming towns. The north Atlantic waters look across to Scotland’s west coast. You can clearly see Scotland on a clear day. Enjoy!!
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Dun Luce Castle is an iconic historical castle which dates back over 500 years with its location on the Cliff Edge of the north Atlantic making it one of the most dramatic settings in Europe.The castle has been frequently used over the years in many movies most recently the tv series the Game of Thrones. There will be paid admittance included to visit and peruse castle and ground for 30 minutes. On a clear day you can see the coast of Scotland. A magical place for the adventurous photographer and for those who enjoy watching the abundant variety of wild birds which inhabit the coastal cliffs.
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We arrive at the Giants Causeway at 2.30pm (lunch options available). Created 60 million years ago due to a series of volcanic eruptions which layered the surrounding area with 40,000 interlocking basaltic rock columns. Set off on the trail to the "Giant's Boot" apparently lost by Finn just over 2 metres large. Can it get any more magical? Take a seat in the famous "Wishing Chair." A must experience, the "Wishing Chair" is a natural throne formed of perfectly shaped columns of basaltic lava. Now the "Camel" the only steed capable of carrying Finn home across long distances. The Camel a basaltic dyke formed from cooling lava which has pushed its way through other layers of rock. The Clifftop Trail is a bird's eye view of the Giant's Causeway, a unique way to see the World Heritage Site and explore the stunning north coast of Ireland over to Scotland. The Causeway has trails for all ages. There is also a free train up and down from the centre to the coast.

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Posted By : Venu_T
Good vibe and scenic route, ride was relaxing. Excellent food choices. Must see when visiting Ireland
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Posted On : 2024-07-01 23:27:38

Posted By : Eldon_D
Inciteful dialogue with Black Cab driver on “Troubles” era issues and locations. Excellent scenery on drive to northern coast and Giants Causeway.
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Posted On : 2024-07-01 19:49:17

Posted By : vbandova
I had a great tour with Dave and Marcian. The itenary was well tought of and well paced. Dave made the bus ride better with fun jokes and excellent story telling. He told you all you need to know before each stop and gave good recommendations. I came totally unprepared, but the provided tips and info were more than enough.Even the music played in the bus was part of the experience - songs and artist were mentioned and then we heard their songs. I thought the program would be too strict, but actually is greatly planned.
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Posted On : 2024-07-01 14:13:48

Posted By : D1942WNnancya
Dave and Marcien were both outstanding—informative, friendly, and punctual. The Titanic museum is stirring and the scenery around the Giants Causeway is spectacular.
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Posted On : 2024-07-01 14:11:01

Posted By : Lucas C
Dave and Marcin were absolutely incredible, what an experience! We were in a group of 6, and we all truly enjoyed learning about all the historical landmarks. I recommend this tour to everyone who wants to have fun and learn!
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Posted On : 2024-07-01 14:10:58

Posted By : 795lyndseyk
Great trip with even better guides. Dave and Marcian were quick, knowledgeable and helpful! Highly recommend booking with them.
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Posted On : 2024-07-01 14:10:27

Posted By : emmaP5599WU
What an awesome trip! Dave and Marcian were the best!! Got to learn so much from them about the area and the sights as we drove up.
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Posted On : 2024-07-01 14:08:18

Posted By : Staisy_K
Thank you so much to Kevin and Billy our driver for a wonderful trip to Northern Ireland! I could have stayed at the Giant’s Causeway all day!! Wish we had more time in Belfast, but I really enjoyed visiting the Titanic museum and learning all about the shipbuilding industry in Belfast as well as the construction of the ship. This is definitely a must do trip if you want to see Northern Ireland and you’re staying in Dublin!
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Posted On : 2024-07-01 12:32:48

Posted By : Travelin_Bens
We enjoyed our tour so much and learned a lot due to our amazing tour guide Rori. We are happy we booked with Wild Rover tours for this tour because the driver Krishna navigated the difficult terrain with ease and got us safely to all our destinations. The bus was very comfortable and they had a good blend of drive time, explore time and breaks. Thanks for making this a great part of our trip!
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Posted On : 2024-07-01 11:09:58

Posted By : T9386OQkerstinb
It is a great opportunity to go to Northern Ireland when you are in Dublin as well! Everything on one day. But you have to keep in mind that a long time of this trip is sitting in the coach. Charging mobile or WLAN didn‘t work!
But that is ok. Today you can bring your own powerbank.
I wish we had seen more of Belfast, the bus does go there then a 30 min roundtrip would not be so difficult.
The taxi tour was great and very informative. Sorrily I didn’t know that I had to decide between taxi tour to the murals or Titanic experience centre. I definitely would have done both!
When you are on the bus as couple or family it‘s easy to split and share the things after the visit!
Dunluce Castle is ok when you are a fan of Game of thrones - I‘ve never seen a second of it and had rather needed the time in Belfast of at the Giant’s Causeway.
That it the sight one must have seen, visited, entered- once in a lifetime! But normally you need more time! Millions of tourists, the queue at the shuttle bus long, no time for souvenirs . Or you cancel the visit of the bathroom 😂
In the end I have to say: nice trip and I think it was absolutely right, going there during my stay in Ireland! Best sight of the whole Irish island, friendly and patient tour guide and bus driver . But keep in mind : it‘s a tourists thing!
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Posted On : 2024-07-01 08:00:02