Giants Causeway tour from Belfast: Private Mercedes, 7 hours

Seven hours on the Antrim Coast: hexagonal basalt columns, castle ruins and a rope bridge over the Atlantic

A 7-hour private Mercedes tour from Belfast covers the Antrim Coast with a live English guide, visiting Giants Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Ballintoy Harbour and Bushmills Distillery. Hotel pickup and air-conditioned transport are included. The itinerary can be adjusted to spend more time at one location or skip a stop. Lunch is not included but the guide recommends options on the day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Dark Hedges30m
2. Dunluce Castle20m
3. Giant's Causeway2h
4. Ballintoy Harbour30m
5. Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge1h · entry included
6. Old Bushmills Distillery1h

Antrim Coast and Giants Causeway Tour

• Travel from Belfast to Dark Hedges
• Visit Dark Hedges avenue
• Explore Dunluce Castle ruins
• Stop at Magheracross Vantage Point
• Tour Giant's Causeway basalt columns
• Walk along White Park Bay beach
• Visit Dunseverick Castle ruins
• Explore Ballintoy Harbour filming location
• Cross Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
• Tour Bushmills Distillery
• Return to Belfast

The experience

You're picked up from your Belfast hotel and driven north along the coast toward County Antrim. The route takes over an hour each way, so the guide uses that time to brief you on what's ahead. The tour hits six main stops: Dark Hedges (a beech tree avenue used in film and TV), Dunluce Castle perched on cliffs above the sea, Magheracross Vantage Point for coastal views, Giants Causeway with its hexagonal basalt columns, White Park Bay beach, and Ballintoy Harbour where Game of Thrones scenes were filmed. Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge (a 20-meter span suspended 30 meters above the Atlantic) is also on the route, though the guide notes that cruise passengers often skip it due to queues and recommend the vantage point instead. Old Bushmills Distillery, Ireland's oldest working distillery, rounds out the stops.

The Mercedes is air-conditioned and carries bottled water for guests. WiFi is available on board. Because the 7-hour duration includes over an hour of travel time each way, you can ask the guide to adjust the itinerary: spend longer at one location, skip Bushmills or the rope bridge, or focus on the sites that matter most to you. The guide speaks English and knows the history and filming locations in detail. Note that entry to Giants Causeway requires a £2 shuttle bus fee (cash only, per person) and lunch is not included. The guide will point out award-winning fish and chip shops or the Giants Causeway Hotel if you want to eat.

What’s included

• Private Mercedes transportation.
• hotel pickup in Belfast.
• live English-speaking guide.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• bottled water on board.
• WiFi on board.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day13 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 13:00

Book up to1d before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 35 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Is this one for you?Book this if you have 7 hours free and want a private Mercedes with a guide who adjusts stops to your interests. Skip the rope bridge if queues build, linger at Giants Causeway, or extend your time at Bushmills Distillery.

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Top questions

What is the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge like to cross?

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge spans 20 meters across the Atlantic, suspended 30 meters above the water between the mainland and a small island. It was originally built by salmon fishermen to reach their nets and now offers views of the rugged coastline and cliffs as you cross. The guide notes that queues can reach an hour, especially for cruise passengers, so the itinerary can be adjusted to visit the vantage point instead if you prefer.

Can I skip Bushmills Distillery or the rope bridge if I want more time elsewhere?

Yes. The itinerary is flexible. You can ask the guide to spend more time at one location, skip Bushmills Distillery, skip Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, or leave out another stop entirely. The guide will work with you to make the most of the 7 hours.

What is Giants Causeway and why do people visit it?

Giants Causeway is a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the Antrim Coast made up of thousands of hexagonal basalt columns that appear to have been sculpted by giants. The columns were formed by volcanic activity millions of years ago and lead into the sea. Visitors walk among the interlocking columns and explore the coastal landscape. Entry requires a £2 shuttle bus fee per person (cash only).

Is lunch included in the tour?

Lunch is not included, but the guide recommends restaurants and cafes on the day. Options include award-winning fish and chip shops or the Giants Causeway Hotel. You can eat at any point during the tour that fits your pace.

Does the tour visit Dunluce Castle?

Yes. Dunluce Castle is a stop on the tour. The medieval ruins sit dramatically on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic and were used as a filming location for the House of Greyjoy in Game of Thrones. You'll have time to explore the ancient halls and take in the views.