5 day Ireland Island Green Wonders Mini Tour from Manchester

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Manchester → Holyhead Port (Ferry ~3h15) → Dublin (282 km)
3 stops
1
Trinity College Dublin
Ireland’s most prestigious classical university. Visit the historic Old Library, bell tower, former cricket ground and iconic red-brick buildings.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
2
Guinness Storehouse
(optional): learn about the brewing process and enjoy a complimentary pint at the Gravity Bar with 360° city views (advance booking recommended).
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
3
Dublin
The capital of the Republic of Ireland, famous for its friendly atmosphere, literary heritage and vibrant pub culture. 1. Kilmainham Gaol: an important site in Ireland’s independence history where many revolutionary leaders were imprisoned and executed. 2. Dublin Castle: once the centre of British administration in Ireland; today a key historic complex and state venue. 3. Temple Bar District: Dublin’s best-known cultural and nightlife area with traditional pubs, live music, restaurants and weekend markets.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Dublin → Newgrange → Belfast (Northern Ireland) (185 km)
6 stops
4
Newgrange
A spectacular Neolithic passage tomb, part of the UNESCO-listed Brú na Bóinne complex. Newgrange Passage Tomb: built around 3200 BC, older than the pyramids and Stonehenge. Explore its monumental stone mound, megalithic art and remarkable corbelled-roof chamber.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
5
Titanic Belfast
The city’s signature attraction on the former shipyard site, telling the Titanic story from design and build to her tragic sinking through immersive exhibits.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
6
Ulster Museum
Located in the Botanic Gardens, showcasing Northern Ireland’s history, natural science, art and archaeology.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
7
Harland & Wolff Cranes (Samson & Goliath): iconic yellow cranes symbolising Belfast’s proud shipbuilding heritage.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
8
Peace Wall
Peace Walls & Political Murals: powerful open-air history of the Troubles, especially around Falls Road and Shankill areas.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
9
Belfast
The capital of Northern Ireland, famous as the birthplace of the Titanic and now a vibrant modern city rich in culture.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Belfast → Giant’s Causeway → Sligo (293 km)
2 stops
10
Giant's Causeway
Northern Ireland’s most iconic natural wonder, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Basalt Columns: around 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.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
11
A Wild Atlantic Way town known for dramatic coastal landscapes and its strong links to Nobel laureate W. B. Yeats. 1. Yeats’s Grave (Drumcliff Churchyard): final resting place of W. B. Yeats, with the famous epitaph on his headstone. 2. Knocknarea: hike or viewpoint for sweeping views over Sligo Bay; associated with the legendary Queen Maeve’s cairn. 3. Sligo Abbey: 13th-century Dominican abbey ruins with impressive carvings and cloister remains. 4. Lissadell House: a grand Georgian estate with historical links to Yeats and Irish cultural figures.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Sligo → Galway → Cliffs of Moher → Limerick (290 km)
2 stops
12
Galway
A shining gem on Ireland’s west coast, celebrated as the country’s “cultural capital” and a city of festivals. 1. Quay Street & Latin Quarter: colourful shops, cafés, traditional pubs and street performers—the heart of Galway’s bohemian spirit. 2. Spanish Arch: a 16th-century remnant of the old city walls, recalling Galway’s trading-port past. 3. Galway Cathedral: built in 1965; a stone-built landmark with richly decorated interiors.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
13
Cliffs of Moher
One of Ireland’s most breathtaking natural icons and a key highlight on the Wild Atlantic Way. 1. Film locations: featured in famous movies including The Princess Bride (“Cliffs of Insanity”) and Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. 2. O’Brien’s Tower: built in 1835 at the highest point—best panoramic views of the cliffs, Aran Islands and Galway Bay. 3. Coastal paths: well-maintained and safe walking routes for close-up cliff views. 4. Hag’s Head: the southern headland and a classic viewpoint at the start of the cliff walk.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Limerick → Dublin (Ferry ~3h15) → Holyhead → Manchester (402 km)
4 stops
14
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.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
15
Saint Mary's Cathedral
Founded in 1168; one of Ireland’s oldest cathedrals, blending Romanesque and Gothic elements with notable medieval features.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
16
Hunt Museum
(optional): an outstanding collection of art and antiques from the Neolithic period to the 20th century.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
17
Limerick
Founded by Vikings in the 9th century, known for medieval history and impressive Norman-era architecture. Arrive Manchester in the evening. Your driver-guide will drop you off at the pre-arranged location. End of service.
1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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