Explore Portrush, Northern Ireland: Gem of the North Coast!

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Beu

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Set off on a 4-day adventure from Dublin to Portrush, Northern Ireland. Discover the wonders of Mussenden Temple, Rathlin Island, Downhill Demesne, Giant's Causeway, Bushmills Distillery, Glens of Antrim, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, The Dark Hedges, Dunluce Castle, Portstewart Strand, and Ballintoy Harbour. There will also be opportunities to bond with fellow travelers during games nights. Excited to embark on this journey with you! 😊 Please be aware that this trip will involve a communal approach to meal times. While I will be preparing all the meals, I will need help with food preparation, ongoing cleaning, dishwashing after meals, tidying up, and packing meals for our excursions. We'll truly become a community through this shared experience. Also, please be aware that Portrush is located in Northern Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom. Make sure you have the necessary visas or permissions for this trip. Before we set off, there will be a chance for you to inform us of any dietary restrictions and preferences, including your choice of having alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages available during the journey.

About Me! Passionate explorer, corporate professional and business woman. I love discovering new places and revisiting old ones. Been living in Ireland for 14 years. My global upbringing fuels my wanderlust. 😊

Accommodation will be a Shared Luxury Self Catering Accommodation in the gorgeous coastal town of Portrush. Conveniently located for exploring the entire Causeway Coast including The Giants Causeway; Carrick-a-rede; Rathlin Island: Bushmills Distillery and Game of Thrones film locations, you will also discover that blue flag beaches and the best bars and restaurants in Portrush lie a short walk away. The Accommodation has 10 Individual Beds. However, some are in twin rooms. Please note: If you would like a private room, this may attract an additional cost. Any questions about the trip? You can let me know in the Q&A section!

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Trip Itinerary
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Dublin

Day 1
Day 1: Dublin to Portrush We'll arrange a convenient pick-up spot to kick off our adventure. Depart from Dublin on Thursday evening after work, embarking on a 3-hour scenic drive to the charming town of Portrush.
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Portrush

Day 1-4
Day 1: - Arrive at our accommodation in Portrush and check-in. - Freshen up. - Prepare and enjoy some dinner. - Enjoy a relaxing evening getting to know each other, entertain ourselves with some games. Day 2: Giant’s Causeway, Bushmills Distillery, and Dunluce Castle - Prepare and enjoy some breakfast. Also prepare picnic food to take on the road. - Visit the Giant’s Causeway, an area of about 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, the result of an ancient volcanic fissure eruption. It’s one of the most popular tourist attractions in Northern Ireland1. - In the afternoon, head to the Bushmills Distillery, the oldest licensed distillery in the world. Here, you can learn about the whiskey-making process and enjoy some tastings. - End the day with a visit to Dunluce Castle, a now-ruined medieval castle located on the edge of a basalt outcropping in County Antrim. - Return to the accommodation. - Prepare and enjoy some dinner. - Enjoy some free time or spend socialising. Day 3: Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, The Dark Hedges, and Ballintoy Harbour - Prepare and enjoy some breakfast. Also prepare picnic food to take on the road. - Visit the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, a thrilling walk across a 30-meter deep and 20-meter wide chasm. The bridge offers stunning views across to Rathlin Island and even Scotland. - In the afternoon, head to The Dark Hedges, an atmospheric tunnel of beech trees that has been used as a location in HBO’s popular television series Game of Thrones. - End the day with a visit to Ballintoy Harbour, a picturesque harbour located in the small village of Ballintoy - Return to the accommodation. Help prepare dinner. Enjoy the rest of your evening.
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Dublin

Day 4
Day 4: Mussenden Temple, Downhill Demesne, Rathlin Island, Glens of Antrim, and Portstewart Strand - Prepare and enjoy some breakfast. Also prepare picnic food to take on the road. - Pack our bag and prepare to check out. - Spend the last day visiting the Mussenden Temple and Downhill Demesne. The Mussenden Temple is a small circular building located on cliffs near Castlerock in County Londonderry. It was built in 1785 and forms part of the Downhill Demesne. - After exploring these sites, head to Rathlin Island, Northern Ireland’s northernmost point. It is home to a diverse array of seabirds and wildlife. - Then, explore the Glens of Antrim, a region of County Antrim, Northern Ireland. It comprises nine glens (valleys), that radiate from the Antrim Plateau to the coast. - End the day with a visit to Portstewart Strand, a beautiful long sandy beach. - Head back to Dublin in the evening.
Trip Summary
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4 days trip
Dublin, Portrush & 1 more
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