Explore Ireland’s iconic landscapes and cities on a 5-day mini tour from Manchester. Discover UNESCO sites, vibrant culture, and stunning coastlines.
Explore Ireland’s iconic landscapes and cities on a 5-day mini tour from Manchester. Discover UNESCO sites, vibrant culture, and stunning coastlines.
Manchester → Holyhead Port (Ferry ~3h15) → Dublin (282 km)
Trinity College Dublin - Ireland’s most esteemed classical university. Explore the historic Old Library, bell tower, former cricket ground, and iconic red-brick buildings.
Guinness Storehouse - (optional): Discover the brewing process and enjoy a complimentary pint at the Gravity Bar…
Manchester → Holyhead Port (Ferry ~3h15) → Dublin (282 km)
Trinity College Dublin - Ireland’s most esteemed classical university. Explore the historic Old Library, bell tower, former cricket ground, and iconic red-brick buildings.
Guinness Storehouse - (optional): Discover the brewing process and enjoy a complimentary pint at the Gravity Bar with panoramic city views (advance booking recommended).
Dublin - The capital of the Republic of Ireland, renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, literary heritage, and lively pub culture.
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Kilmainham Gaol: A significant site in Ireland’s independence history where many revolutionary leaders were imprisoned and executed.
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Dublin Castle: Once the center of British administration in Ireland; now a key historic complex and state venue.
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Temple Bar District: Dublin’s most famous cultural and nightlife area with traditional pubs, live music, restaurants, and weekend markets.
Dublin → Newgrange → Belfast (Northern Ireland) (185 km)
Newgrange - A stunning Neolithic passage tomb, part of the UNESCO-listed Brú na Bóinne complex.
Newgrange Passage Tomb: Constructed around 3200 BC, older than the pyramids and Stonehenge. Explore its monumental stone mound, megalithic art, and remarkable corbelled-roof chamber.
Titanic Belfast - The city’s signature attraction on the former shipyard site, narrating the Titanic story from design and build to her tragic sinking through immersive exhibits.
Ulster Museum - Situated in the Botanic Gardens, showcasing Northern Ireland’s history, natural science, art, and archaeology.
Peace Wall - Peace Walls & Political Murals: A powerful open-air history of the Troubles, especially around Falls Road and Shankill areas.
Belfast - The capital of Northern Ireland, celebrated as the birthplace of the Titanic and now a vibrant modern city rich in culture.
Belfast → Giant’s Causeway → Sligo (293 km)
Giant’s Causeway - Northern Ireland’s most iconic natural wonder, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Basalt Columns: Approximately 40,000 interlocking basalt pillars, many in perfect hexagons, forming a dramatic “stairway” into the sea—created by ancient volcanic activity. Legend of Fionn mac Cumhaill: Local folklore says the Irish giant built the causeway to challenge a Scottish rival across the sea.
Sligo - A Wild Atlantic Way town known for dramatic coastal landscapes and its strong links to Nobel laureate W. B. Yeats.
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Yeats’s Grave (Drumcliff Churchyard): Final resting place of W. B. Yeats, with the famous epitaph on his headstone.
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Knocknarea: Hike or viewpoint for sweeping views over Sligo Bay; associated with the legendary Queen Maeve’s cairn.
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Sligo Abbey: 13th-century Dominican abbey ruins with impressive carvings and cloister remains.
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Lissadell House: A grand Georgian estate with historical links to Yeats and Irish cultural figures.
Sligo → Galway → Cliffs of Moher → Limerick (290 km)
Galway - A shining gem on Ireland’s west coast, celebrated as the country’s “cultural capital” and a city of festivals.
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Quay Street & Latin Quarter: Colorful shops, cafés, traditional pubs, and street performers—the heart of Galway’s bohemian spirit.
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Spanish Arch: A 16th-century remnant of the old city walls, recalling Galway’s trading-port past.
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Galway Cathedral: Built in 1965; a stone-built landmark with richly decorated interiors.
Cliffs of Moher - One of Ireland’s most breathtaking natural icons and a key highlight on the Wild Atlantic Way.
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Film locations: Featured in famous movies including The Princess Bride (“Cliffs of Insanity”) and Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.
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O’Brien’s Tower: Built in 1835 at the highest point—best panoramic views of the cliffs, Aran Islands, and Galway Bay.
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Coastal paths: Well-maintained and safe walking routes for close-up cliff views.
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Hag’s Head: The southern headland and a classic viewpoint at the start of the cliff walk.
Limerick → Dublin (Ferry ~3h15) → Holyhead → Manchester (402 km)
King John’s Castle - A magnificent 13th-century fortress on King’s Island overlooking the River Shannon, guarding the old port for over 800 years.
Saint Mary’s Cathedral - Founded in 1168; one of Ireland’s oldest cathedrals, blending Romanesque and Gothic elements with notable medieval features.
Hunt Museum - (optional): An outstanding collection of art and antiques from the Neolithic period to the 20th century.
Limerick - Founded by Vikings in the 9th century, known for medieval history and impressive Norman-era architecture.
Arrive in Manchester in the evening. The driver-guide will drop off at the pre-arranged location. End of service.

- Private transportation
- Breakfast
- Ferry from & to Holyhead Port
- Professional driver-guide (10 working hours per day)
- Driver-guide meals/accommodation/fuel/parking
- 4-Star Hotels
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- Breakfast
- Ferry from & to Holyhead Port
- Professional driver-guide (10 working hours per day)
- Driver-guide meals/accommodation/fuel/parking
- 4-Star Hotels
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Airfare and visas
- Meals
- Driver-guide overtime EUR/GBP 50 per hour
- Travel Insurance
- Admission fees
- Airfare and visas
- Meals
- Driver-guide overtime EUR/GBP 50 per hour
- Travel Insurance
- Admission fees
Ireland Island Green Wonders (Giant’s Causeway & Cliffs of Moher) 5-Day Tour
(Mini Group | 5–9-seat Business Van | Door-to-door pick-up with Driver-Guide)
Tour Dates: Depart from Manchester · Fridays & Sundays (April–September) / Wednesdays & Fridays (October–March) · Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 2 guests · Maximum of 6 guests
**Tour…
Ireland Island Green Wonders (Giant’s Causeway & Cliffs of Moher) 5-Day Tour
(Mini Group | 5–9-seat Business Van | Door-to-door pick-up with Driver-Guide)
Tour Dates: Depart from Manchester · Fridays & Sundays (April–September) / Wednesdays & Fridays (October–March) · Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 2 guests · Maximum of 6 guests
Tour Highlights
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Experience two capital cities in one journey: Dublin (Republic of Ireland) & Belfast (Northern Ireland).
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Discover prehistoric heritage & UNESCO sites: Newgrange Passage Tomb & Giant’s Causeway (UNESCO Natural Site).
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Enjoy the Wild Atlantic scenery: Sligo on the Wild Atlantic Way & the stunning west-coast landscapes around Limerick.
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Conclude with a cultural finale: Galway, Ireland’s vibrant arts and festival city.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.