Mourne Mountains, Titanic & Giant's Causeway - Leeds Bradf.

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Travel in deluxe style on this holiday aboard aJG Explorer coach!
Our exploration of Northern Ireland offers the perfect combination of cosmopolitan city life, unrivalled coastal and mountain scenery plus dramatic natural wonders, including the ancient stone edifices of the Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland's only UNESCO World Heritage Site. Titanic Belfast provides a fascinating insight into the famous liner in the city where it all began, and we also head south to lively Dublin to complete our getaway.What's Included?
Includes- Coach travel during your stay on a JG Explorer Coach(see JG Explorer tab)- Return flights to Dublin- Airport taxes & luggage allowance (one piece of checked-in hold luggage per person)- Airport transfers in Ireland- 4 nights at a selected hotel Dundalk or Castlereagh (JG4 rating) with dinner & breakfast- Overnight stay at a selected hotel in the Dublin area (JG3 rating) with dinner & breakfast- Excursions to the Mountains of Mourne, Giant's Causeway, Derry~Londonderry, Belfast, Titanic Belfast & Dublin- Guided walking tour of Derry~Londonderry with a local guide- Guided city tour of Belfast with a local guide- Escorted by a tour manager in IrelandOptional locally guided city tour of Dublin (£16pp)

Itinerary
Day 1We fly to Dublin airport and are transferred to our hotel in Dundalk or Castlereagh, our base for the next four nights.Day 2 - Mountains of MourneWe enjoy a drive through the spectacular Mountains of Mourne, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, stopping to explore some of the region's towns along the way. Hillsborough is a delightful town that is home to a beautiful castle and scenic wooded parkland and lakes. The popular seaside resort of Newcastle is the picturesque gateway to the Kingdom of Mourne where Slieve Donard, Northern Ireland's highest mountain, sweeps down to the sea, while Downpatrick's cathedral is said to be the burial place of St Patrick.Day 3 - Giant's Causeway & Derry~LondonderryOur day begins at the Giant's Causeway, named for the enormous volcanic columns that make this National Trust-owned site such an incredible place to visit. From here we head to Derry~Londonderry - the only completely walled city on the island of Ireland. We enjoy a walking tour with a local guide, where highlights include the gleaming Peace Bridgeacross the River Foyle, St Columb's cathedral and the beautiful Guildhall.Day 4 - Guided city tour of Belfast & Titanic BelfastWe take a guided tour of the vibrant city of Belfast with a local guide. Belfast is now a thriving, modern metropolis with a colourful history - as a key player in the Industrial Revolution; it was the centre for the Irish linen and tobacco industries. We also pay a visit to Titanic Belfast, a fantastic exhibition located on the site of the original shipyard in which the famous liner was built, that brings the maiden voyage of the Titanic to life.Day 5 - Dublin (with optional guided tour £16pp)Checking out of our hotel, we travel to Dublin where we spend an afternoon at leisure. Just some of the sights here include the historic Temple Bar area, known as the entertainment and cultural quarter of Dublin, and Trinity College, the oldest university in Ireland set in 40 acres of cobbled squares, gardens and parks. We also have the option to join a locally guided tour of the city before spending the night in our hotel in the Dublin area.Day 6We transfer to Dublin airport for our return flight home.

Ireland
IrelandIreland really is the land of discovery with its rugged coastline and beautiful countryside. What better way to see some of the best scenery in Europe, than onboard a coach tour to the Emerald Isle.It's easy to see why Killarney is often referred to as the 'Jewel of Ireland' with its delightful blend of mountains, shimmering lakes and waterfalls while the lush pastures of the Wicklow Mountains are a true sight to behold.See more

JG Explorer
JG Explorer coachesWe are pleased to introduceJG Explorer- a brand-new deluxe coach, thoughtfully designed to provide an elevated coach experience and ensure your journey is special and memorable.Exclusive to the JG Travel Group, the design of these coaches has been meticulously thought through with your comfort in mind - with only 44 seats meaning more room on board and padded seats. There's improved legroom and a footrest, making certain that wherever you sit, you'll be able to relax and enjoy your journey. We know it's the small things that make a big difference in terms of ease and added convenience, so ourJG Explorercoaches feature a floor-level, rear-mounted toilet, accessible to all customers.On-board entertainment throughout your journey is easy to find on theJG Explorer, with access to Azimut, our wireless media system, providing films and quizzes. Simply bring along your smartphone or iPad and enjoy this entertainment interruption-free, with the use of our extra reliable Wi-Fi, free to all passengers and a handy USB port at each seat.The layout of theJG Explorerincludes a floor-level, rear-mounted kitchen with a sink, an espresso machine to purchase delicious Nespresso coffee, dispensed by your driver during comfort breaks, and a fridge stocked with cold drinks and milk. Customers are welcome to help themselves to complimentary JG bottles, that can be used for refill at the built-in cold-water filter, cutting down on the need for disposable plastic bottles and doing our part for the environment.Hotel Hotel
We'll stay at one of the two hotels listed below for the majority of our break, our last night will be spent in a conveniently located hotel in the Dublin area (JG3 rating).Ballymascanlon House Hotel, DundalkJG4 ratingThe Ballymascanlon House Hotel (JG4 rating) is set in beautiful parkland approximately two miles north of Dundalk, complete with fantastic leisure facilities. The en-suite rooms offer free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and tea and coffee-making facilities.La Mon Hotel & Country Club, CastlereaghJG4 ratingThe La Mon Hotel & Country Club in Castlereagh (JG4 rating) is set in beautiful, peaceful countryside, close to Belfast. This award-winning hotel features a bar & restaurant, an indoor swimming pool, wellness & fitness centre and free WiFi.Hotel RatingJG4 ratingAccommodation in our JG4 category is of an even higher standard, typically offering a wide range of facilities and services. Bedrooms are designed to make your stay the most comfortable possible and the staff provide a service that reflects the detail and quality. You can also expect higher standards of food and beverages.