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The North Coast Links Tour

  • 9 Days
  • €4950 per person
  • Maximum Group Size: 8
  • 5* Golf Journey

The North Coast Tour provides a combination of the best Northern links with the best North-West links.
This is a dream journey for any serious golfer. Our championship courses are endorsed by the top professionals including Rory McIlroy, Darren Clarke and designed by award winners Gil Hanse and Nick Faldo. That’s just a taste of the household names you will come across on your journey with us.

In the evenings, attend traditional Irish music sessions in the pubs and connect with the locals. Share stories of your heroics on the greens and relax with like-minded people. As they say- up here, it’s different!

Ireland is like the Super Bowl of golf. As soon as you think you’ve been at the best golf course you’ve ever seen, you go to another one.
Joshua Nowak
Included on this Journey:
  • Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
  • Hand-Selected 4 & 5-star Luxury Accommodation
  • Transport in Executive Mercedes Benz Vehicle or Similar
  • Private Driver & English-Speaking Tour Director
  • Full Irish Breakfast Daily
  • Four Dinners
  • Lunch at The Famous Rusty Mackerel Irish Pub
  • Unique Experiences Across Ireland as per the Itinerary
  • Green fees
  • Pre-Arranged Tee Times
  • Pre-Arranged Activities for Non- Golfers
  • 24/7 On-Call Support
  • Guaranteed departures with just four guests

Courses You'll Play

North Coast Links Tour
  • 6459m
  • Par: 70
  • SSS: 72

Galgorm Castle

Northern Ireland’s premier tournament venue. Host venue to the 2020 Dubai Duty Free Irish Open
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North Coast Links Tour
  • 6819m
  • Par: 73
  • SSS: 75

Donegal Golf Club

A truly memorable golfing experience and one of Darren Clarke’s “favourite courses in the world”.
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  • 6306m
  • Par: 71
  • SSS: 72

Ballyliffin – Old Links Course

Home to the European Tour’s 2018 Irish Open
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North Coast Links Tour
  • 6805m
  • Par: 72
  • SSS: 74

Ballyliffin – Glashedy Links Course

Home to the European Tour’s 2018 Irish Open
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  • 6591m
  • Par: 70
  • SSS: 74

Narin & Portnoo Golf Club

Established in 1905, this is a links course sourrounded by rugged beauty, ancient history and folklore.
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  • Journey Overview
  • Itinerary
  • Activities & Excursions
  • Accommodation
  • Useful Information
  • Dates & Availability

Travel in a luxury minivan with your friendly driver-guide that will stay with you for the duration of the trip.
There will be plenty of activities and sight-seeing options for non-golfers. Our luxurious 4* & 5* hotels are hand-picked and are regarded as the finest hotels in the country.

See the splendour of Ireland as you journey along our two award-winning coastal drives, The North Coast Drive and The Wild Atlantic Way.

Our championship links courses in the north are unrivalled. They are amongst the best in the world, frequented by pro golfers including Rory McIlroy, Darren Clarke, Nick Faldo, Padraig Harrington to name but a few.

Have a look at our day by day break down to see which amazing links courses you play each day.

At a Glance

Day 1
DONEGAL-Arrive and Settle into your Luxurious Castle Accommodation. Discover the Historic Donegal Town
Day 2
DONEGAL-First Round of Golf in One of Darren Clarke's Favourite Links Courses: Donegal Golf Club
Day 3
DONEGAL- Narin and Portnoo Golf Club- Incredible Hidden Links Gem Designed by Gil Hanse
Day 4
DONEGAL-Ballyliffin Glashedy Links
Day 5
DONEGAL-Ballyliffin Old Links Course
Day 6
BELFAST- Galgorm Castle Golf Club: Home of the Irish Open 2020
Day 7
BELFAST- Galgorm Castle Golf Club
Day 8
DUBLIN- Guinness Storehouse Private Connoisseur Experience
Day 9
DUBLIN- Departure Day
Day 1

DONEGAL-Arrive and Settle into your Luxurious Castle Accommodation. Discover the Historic Donegal Town

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Donegal
  • Dinner included
  • Airport or Hotel Pick-Up.
  • Enjoy a Unique Castle Experience at the Luxurious Lough Eske.
  • Cassidy’s Pub and live music.
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Day 1

DONEGAL-Arrive and Settle into your Luxurious Castle Accommodation. Discover the Historic Donegal Town

Welcome to the Emerald Isle!

Today we will pick you up at the airport or your overnight hotel and take you to the North West of Ireland. Enjoy the scenic drive (approximately 3 hours).

On arrival, you will get settled into your luxurious hand-picked hotel. Relax in the spa or have a drink and chat with the other residents in one of the lavish bars.

If you are looking for more excitement, head into Cassidy’s Bar for a lively music session. It is widely acclaimed as one of the best bars in Ireland!

 

 

Highlights Today:
  • Airport or Hotel Pick-Up.
  • Enjoy a Unique Castle Experience at the Luxurious Lough Eske.
  • Cassidy’s Pub and live music.
  • Staying in: Donegal
  • Dinner included

Day 2
North Coast Links Tour

DONEGAL-First Round of Golf in One of Darren Clarke's Favourite Links Courses: Donegal Golf Club

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Donegal
  • Breakfast included
  • Play Donegal Golf Club-This Links Course is One of Darren Clarke’s Favourites.
  • Explore the Viking Settlement Town of Donegal. Discover a Wealth of Knowledge at Donegal Castle, Once Home to the Famous O’Donnell Clan.
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Day 2

DONEGAL-First Round of Golf in One of Darren Clarke’s Favourite Links Courses: Donegal Golf Club

Play your first round at Donegal Golf Club.

The ‘Master of links design’, Pat Ruddy, continues to maintain and improve this beautiful links course.  Darren Clarke is a member of the club and has said that the course ‘is one of my favourite courses in the world’.

North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Play Donegal Golf Club-This Links Course is One of Darren Clarke’s Favourites.
  • Explore the Viking Settlement Town of Donegal. Discover a Wealth of Knowledge at Donegal Castle, Once Home to the Famous O’Donnell Clan.
  • Staying in: Donegal
  • Breakfast included

Day 3
Wild Atlantic Links Tour, North Coast Links Tour

DONEGAL- Narin and Portnoo Golf Club- Incredible Hidden Links Gem Designed by Gil Hanse

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Donegal
  • Breakfast & Dinner included
  • Play Gil Hanse designed links course- Narin and Portnoo Golf Club.
  • Optional Activitiy: Sliabh Liag, the highest sea cliffs in Europe.
  • Optional Activity: Sliabh Liag Distillers.
  • Recommended Activitiy: The Rusty Mackerel Pub and Trad Music Session.
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Day 3

DONEGAL- Narin and Portnoo Golf Club- Incredible Hidden Links Gem Designed by Gil Hanse

Today you will get to play on one of the top, hidden gems, links courses in the world. The Narin and Portnoo Golf Course has recently been redesigned by Gil Hanse, a household name to any serious golfer.

Enjoy spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean as you make your way around the course. The stunning Sliabh Liag cliffs and distillery is a short drive away. You can arrange a time to visit them with your driver.

Relax in comfort tonight or hit the village pubs to discuss the course and share stories of your heroics!

Wild Atlantic Links Tour, North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Play Gil Hanse designed links course- Narin and Portnoo Golf Club.
  • Optional Activitiy: Sliabh Liag, the highest sea cliffs in Europe.
  • Optional Activity: Sliabh Liag Distillers.
  • Recommended Activitiy: The Rusty Mackerel Pub and Trad Music Session.
  • Staying in: Donegal
  • Breakfast & Dinner included

Day 4
North Coast Links Tour

DONEGAL-Ballyliffin Glashedy Links

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Donegal
  • Breakfast included
  • Play Ballyliffin: Glashedy Links- Home to the Irish Open 2018.
  • Enjoy a Range of Activities, Leisure and Spa Options.
  • Evening Entertainment in Local Irish Pub.
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Day 4

DONEGAL-Ballyliffin Glashedy Links

Today is a highlight of your golfing trip as you get the opportunity to play the famous Ballyliffin Glashedy Links. Home of the Irish Open in 2018, this course is widely accepted as being one of the best in the world. Enjoy your day on this magnificent course and we’re confident it will be one of the experiences that you share over and over again with your friends and family back home.

Non-golfers will be able to choose from a range of activities today. Your friendly driver-guide will fill you in and happily plan your day.

Celebrate playing one of the best courses this evening.

North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Play Ballyliffin: Glashedy Links- Home to the Irish Open 2018.
  • Enjoy a Range of Activities, Leisure and Spa Options.
  • Evening Entertainment in Local Irish Pub.
  • Staying in: Donegal
  • Breakfast included

Day 5
North Coast Links Tour

DONEGAL-Ballyliffin Old Links Course

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Donegal
  • Breakfast included
  • Ballyliffin Old Links- Championship Course Renovated by Nick Faldo.
  • Malin Head- The Most Northernly Point in Ireland. Home to Spectacular Scenery and Recent ‘StarWars’ Filming Location.
  • Trad Irish Music Session.
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Day 5

DONEGAL-Ballyliffin Old Links Course

If Nick Faldo decided it was worth getting involved in, it is safe to say that you won’t be disappointed. Ballyliffin has gifted Faldo awards in design work and it won’t take long to see why.

This championship links course is one of the best in the world.
Challenge yourself and walk in the footsteps of professionals.

Non-golfers can spend their last day relaxing on the Wild Atlantic Way.

North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Ballyliffin Old Links- Championship Course Renovated by Nick Faldo.
  • Malin Head- The Most Northernly Point in Ireland. Home to Spectacular Scenery and Recent ‘StarWars’ Filming Location.
  • Trad Irish Music Session.
  • Staying in: Donegal
  • Breakfast included

Day 6
North Coast Links Tour

BELFAST- Galgorm Castle Golf Club: Home of the Irish Open 2020

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Belfast
  • Breakfast & Dinner included
  • Play at Galgorm Castle Golf Club- Home of The Irish Open 2020
  • The Majestic Galgorm Hotel & Spa (4*Hotel)- Alternative 5* hotels are available also in Belfast.
  • The Giant’s Causeway- Explore the Mesmerising World Heritage Site
  • Enjoy a Whiskey Tasting at Bushmill
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Day 6

BELFAST- Galgorm Castle Golf Club: Home of the Irish Open 2020

The Giant’s Causeway Coastal route has been named as one of the best in the world. Today you will get the opportunity to see why. We have local and unique storytellers/guides to walk you through the unbelievable history and mythology of the area. You will have access to areas that are normally restricted to the public.

Bushmills Distillery is also in the area. You can avail of a private tour and whiskey tasting session or alternatively, we can bring the tasting session to you at one of the iconic landmarks in your guided tour today.

You will also play on one of the top championship courses on the island of Ireland st Galgorm Castle. It was home to the  Irish Open 2020.

Enjoy the Thermal Spa and leisure facilities this evening.

North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Play at Galgorm Castle Golf Club- Home of The Irish Open 2020
  • The Majestic Galgorm Hotel & Spa (4*Hotel)- Alternative 5* hotels are available also in Belfast.
  • The Giant’s Causeway- Explore the Mesmerising World Heritage Site
  • Enjoy a Whiskey Tasting at Bushmill
  • Staying in: Belfast
  • Breakfast & Dinner included

Day 7
North Coast Links Tour

BELFAST- Galgorm Castle Golf Club

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Belfast
  • Breakfast included
  • Enjoy the Luxurious Galgorm Castle and Golf Club (4* Hotel)
  • Belfast City Shopping.
  • Recommended- The Interactive Titanic Exhibition- Northern Ireland’s Top Attraction.
  • Recommended- The Famous Black Taxi Tour of Belfast.
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Day 7

BELFAST- Galgorm Castle Golf Club

Today we will give you a range of options to choose from.

Play another round at Galgorm Castle and spend the day at the castle relaxing in your fine surroundings or take the short trip into Belfast city for some retail therapy.

Optional activities include the popular tourist attractions- The Titanic Exhibition and The Black Taxi Tour of Belfast. This will give you a unique insight into the history and culture of Northern Ireland.

North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Enjoy the Luxurious Galgorm Castle and Golf Club (4* Hotel)
  • Belfast City Shopping.
  • Recommended- The Interactive Titanic Exhibition- Northern Ireland’s Top Attraction.
  • Recommended- The Famous Black Taxi Tour of Belfast.
  • Staying in: Belfast
  • Breakfast included

Day 8
North Coast Links Tour

DUBLIN- Guinness Storehouse Private Connoisseur Experience

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Dublin
  • Breakfast & Dinner included
  • Private Connoisseur Experience at the Guinness Storehouse.
  • Access the Secret Bar inside the Storehouse.
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Day 8

DUBLIN- Guinness Storehouse Private Connoisseur Experience

 

Today you will make your way south towards Dublin.

Enjoy a unique connoisseur experience at the Guinness Storehouse. The Storehouse is a top tourist attraction. You get the added bonus of accessing a secret bar located within the storehouse itself.

Tonight, feel free to enjoy your luxury 5* accommodation or alternatively, hit the popular Temple Bar district for some live music and entertainment.

North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Private Connoisseur Experience at the Guinness Storehouse.
  • Access the Secret Bar inside the Storehouse.
  • Staying in: Dublin
  • Breakfast & Dinner included

Day 9
North Coast Links Tour

DUBLIN- Departure Day

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Dublin
  • Breakfast
  • Optional Tour- The Iconic Landmarks of Dublin.
  • Airport Drop-off.
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Day 9

DUBLIN- Departure Day

Enjoy your last delicious full-Irish breakfast.

Your wonderful driver-guide will have pre-arranged your airport drop-off. Hopefully, you have time to embark on one last adventure today and visit the most popular landmarks in our Capital city, Dublin.

North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Optional Tour- The Iconic Landmarks of Dublin.
  • Airport Drop-off.
  • Staying in: Dublin
  • Breakfast

Activities & Excursions

Discover the activities on this journey:

Blue Flag Beaches

Scenery
Over centuries and millennia, the wild will of the crashing Atlantic Ocean has carved a unique coastline along Ireland’s western seaboard.
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Old Bushmills Distillery

Bushmills Distillery

History & Heritage • Indulgence
Bushmills Irish Whiskey is made at the world’s oldest licenced working distillery in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, on the beautiful North Coast.
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Donegal Castle

History & Heritage
One of Ireland’s Iconic Gaelic castles
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Dunluce Castle

Dunluce Castle

Adventure • History & Heritage • Scenery
Relive the castle’s interesting history while capturing the spectacular scenery on show
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Giants Causeway

Iconic Landmarks • Scenery
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with local expert and storyteller Mark Rodgers.
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Guinness Storehouse

History & Heritage • Iconic Landmarks • Indulgence
Guinness Storehouse- delight in a guided tour with a 60 minute tasting experience with a beer specialist. Learn how to pull your own pint
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Live Music Session

History & Heritage • The People of Ireland
The enigmatic, undulating rhythms of Enya and Clannad wooed the world in the 1980s and Leo’s Tavern is where their sound was born.
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North Coast Drive

Adventure • Scenery • The People of Ireland
‘World’s Best Region to Visit’ In 2018 – National Geographic
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Sliabh Liag Cliffs

Adventure • History & Heritage • Iconic Landmarks • Scenery
Europe’s Highest Sea Cliffs – stand at the edge of the world on the highest sea cliffs in Europe
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Sliabh Liag Distillers

Adventure • Indulgence
Our first Distillery, An Dúlamán Gin Distillery, sits to the west of Sliabh Liag where the Abhainn Bhuí (pronounced Owenwee and meaning yellow river) and Glen rivers meet and flow into Teelin Bay.
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The Rusty Mackerel

Gastronomy • Indulgence • The People of Ireland
The Rusty Mackerel is a well known traditional Irish bar seving good food, entretainment and accommodation.
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Iconic Castle & Cultural Journey, 14 Day- Once in a Lifetime Journey, North Coast and Wild Atlantic Way

Wild Atlantic Way Coastal Drive

Adventure • Scenery • The People of Ireland
National Geographic describes it as a coastal touring route, featuring wild landscapes, traditional culture, foot tapping music sessions and just off-the-boat seafood.
View Activity

Blue Flag Beaches

Scenery
Over centuries and millennia, the wild will of the crashing Atlantic Ocean has carved a unique coastline along Ireland’s western seaboard.
View Activity
Old Bushmills Distillery

Bushmills Distillery

History & Heritage • Indulgence
Bushmills Irish Whiskey is made at the world’s oldest licenced working distillery in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, on the beautiful North Coast.
View Activity

Donegal Castle

History & Heritage
One of Ireland’s Iconic Gaelic castles
View Activity
Dunluce Castle

Dunluce Castle

Adventure • History & Heritage • Scenery
Relive the castle’s interesting history while capturing the spectacular scenery on show
View Activity

Giants Causeway

Iconic Landmarks • Scenery
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with local expert and storyteller Mark Rodgers.
View Activity

Guinness Storehouse

History & Heritage • Iconic Landmarks • Indulgence
Guinness Storehouse- delight in a guided tour with a 60 minute tasting experience with a beer specialist. Learn how to pull your own pint
View Activity

Live Music Session

History & Heritage • The People of Ireland
The enigmatic, undulating rhythms of Enya and Clannad wooed the world in the 1980s and Leo’s Tavern is where their sound was born.
View Activity

North Coast Drive

Adventure • Scenery • The People of Ireland
‘World’s Best Region to Visit’ In 2018 – National Geographic
View Activity

Sliabh Liag Cliffs

Adventure • History & Heritage • Iconic Landmarks • Scenery
Europe’s Highest Sea Cliffs – stand at the edge of the world on the highest sea cliffs in Europe
View Activity

Sliabh Liag Distillers

Adventure • Indulgence
Our first Distillery, An Dúlamán Gin Distillery, sits to the west of Sliabh Liag where the Abhainn Bhuí (pronounced Owenwee and meaning yellow river) and Glen rivers meet and flow into Teelin Bay.
View Activity

The Rusty Mackerel

Gastronomy • Indulgence • The People of Ireland
The Rusty Mackerel is a well known traditional Irish bar seving good food, entretainment and accommodation.
View Activity
Iconic Castle & Cultural Journey, 14 Day- Once in a Lifetime Journey, North Coast and Wild Atlantic Way

Wild Atlantic Way Coastal Drive

Adventure • Scenery • The People of Ireland
National Geographic describes it as a coastal touring route, featuring wild landscapes, traditional culture, foot tapping music sessions and just off-the-boat seafood.
View Activity

Blue Flag Beaches

Scenery
Over centuries and millennia, the wild will of the crashing Atlantic Ocean has carved a unique coastline along Ireland’s western seaboard.
View Activity
Old Bushmills Distillery

Bushmills Distillery

History & Heritage • Indulgence
Bushmills Irish Whiskey is made at the world’s oldest licenced working distillery in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, on the beautiful North Coast.
View Activity

Donegal Castle

History & Heritage
One of Ireland’s Iconic Gaelic castles
View Activity
Dunluce Castle

Dunluce Castle

Adventure • History & Heritage • Scenery
Relive the castle’s interesting history while capturing the spectacular scenery on show
View Activity

Giants Causeway

Iconic Landmarks • Scenery
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with local expert and storyteller Mark Rodgers.
View Activity

Guinness Storehouse

History & Heritage • Iconic Landmarks • Indulgence
Guinness Storehouse- delight in a guided tour with a 60 minute tasting experience with a beer specialist. Learn how to pull your own pint
View Activity

Live Music Session

History & Heritage • The People of Ireland
The enigmatic, undulating rhythms of Enya and Clannad wooed the world in the 1980s and Leo’s Tavern is where their sound was born.
View Activity

North Coast Drive

Adventure • Scenery • The People of Ireland
‘World’s Best Region to Visit’ In 2018 – National Geographic
View Activity

Sliabh Liag Cliffs

Adventure • History & Heritage • Iconic Landmarks • Scenery
Europe’s Highest Sea Cliffs – stand at the edge of the world on the highest sea cliffs in Europe
View Activity

Sliabh Liag Distillers

Adventure • Indulgence
Our first Distillery, An Dúlamán Gin Distillery, sits to the west of Sliabh Liag where the Abhainn Bhuí (pronounced Owenwee and meaning yellow river) and Glen rivers meet and flow into Teelin Bay.
View Activity

The Rusty Mackerel

Gastronomy • Indulgence • The People of Ireland
The Rusty Mackerel is a well known traditional Irish bar seving good food, entretainment and accommodation.
View Activity
Iconic Castle & Cultural Journey, 14 Day- Once in a Lifetime Journey, North Coast and Wild Atlantic Way

Wild Atlantic Way Coastal Drive

Adventure • Scenery • The People of Ireland
National Geographic describes it as a coastal touring route, featuring wild landscapes, traditional culture, foot tapping music sessions and just off-the-boat seafood.
View Activity

Your Luxury 5 * Hotels

Check out our hand-picked luxury hotels, perfect for golfers and non-golfers alike.

Dublin

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

  • 4 * Hotel
  • Dublin

Brooks Hotel

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  • 4 * Hotel
  • Dublin

Dean Hotel Dublin

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  • 4 * Hotel
  • Dublin

Gibson Hotel

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Your Luxury 5 * Hotels

Check out our hand-picked luxury hotels, perfect for golfers and non-golfers alike.

Dublin

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

  • 5 * Hotel
  • Dublin

Dylan Hotel Dublin

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  • 5 * Hotel
  • Dublin

Fitzwilliam Dublin

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  • 5 * Hotel
  • Dublin

Marker Hotel

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  • 5 * Hotel
  • Dublin

Merrion Hotel

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Belfast

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

  • 4 * Hotel
  • Belfast

Europa Hotel

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Malone Lodge
  • 4 * Hotel
  • Belfast

Malone Lodge

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  • 4 * Hotel
  • Belfast

Titanic Hotel

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Belfast

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

  • 5 * Hotel
  • Belfast

Culloden Hotel & Spa

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  • 5 * Hotel
  • Belfast

Fitzwilliam Hotel Belfast

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  • 5 * Hotel
  • Belfast

Grand Central

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  • 5 * Hotel
  • Belfast

Merchant Hotel

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Donegal

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

  • 4 * Hotel
  • Donegal

Abbey Hotel

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  • 4 * Hotel
  • Donegal

Clanree Hotel

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  • 4 * Hotel
  • Donegal

Harvey’s Point

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  • 4 * Hotel
  • Donegal

Mill Park Hotel

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Donegal

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

  • 5 * Hotel
  • Donegal

Lough Eske

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Letterkenny

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

Letterkenny

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

Galway

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

  • 4 * Hotel
  • Galway

Abbeyglen Castle Hotel

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  • 4 * Hotel
  • Galway

Ballynahinch Castle

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  • 4 * Hotel
  • Galway

Delphi Resort

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  • 4 * Hotel
  • Galway

Galmont Hotel & Spa

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Galway

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

  • 5 * Hotel
  • Galway

G Hotel Hotel & Spa

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  • 5 * Hotel
  • Galway

Glenlo Abbey

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Killarney

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

Killarney

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

Tralee

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

Tralee

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

Kildare

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

Kildare

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

Kerry

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

  • 4 * Hotel
  • Kerry

Ard Na Sidhe Hotel

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  • 4 * Hotel
  • Kerry

Ballyseede Castle Hotel

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  • 4 * Hotel
  • Kerry

Cahernane House Hotel

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  • 4 * Hotel
  • Kerry

Great Southern

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Kerry

You will stay in one of our partner hotels below, or similar accommodation.

  • 5 * Hotel
  • Kerry

Aghadoe Heights Hotel

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  • 5 * Hotel
  • Kerry

Dunloe Hotel & Gardens

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  • 5 * Hotel
  • Kerry

Europe Hotel & Resort

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  • 5 * Hotel
  • Kerry

Sheen Falls Lodge

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Useful Information About Ireland

The Island of Ireland

The island of Ireland is in fact two countries:

  • The Republic of Ireland, an independent nation state in the European Union.
  • Northern Ireland: a territory of the United Kingdom, which is not part of the European Union.

There is no hard border between the 2 countries and you will not need your passport to travel within the island. Cars drive on the left in both countries. You will however need 2 different currencies: EUROS for Ireland and POUNDS for Northern Ireland. Many establishments will take both currencies, but not all.

Our Weather

They say Ireland can experience all 4 seasons in one day. Actually, it can experience all 4 seasons at once. Make sure you always have a raincoat or an umbrella with you. And wearing layers is a good idea as temperatures can vary. Typical temperatures in the Spring and Autumn (Fall) are between 5 and 15 degrees and in Summer from 10 to 20 degrees. But you may get lucky and catch a heatwave when you’re here.

Airports

All our journeys begin in Dublin.

Ireland has 14 international airports, although only 4 of these take flights from outside Europe and the UK: Dublin, Belast, Shannon and Knock.

If you are arriving at one of the other international airports around Ireland, we can help arrange transport to Dublin.

The airport at Carrickfinn in Donegal was voted the 2nd most scenic airport in the world in 2017.​

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Dates & Availability

  • Flexible dates year-round.
  • Self-drive options are available.
  • 3*/4*/5* options are available.
  • We can create exciting itineraries for non-golfers.
  • We can create your dream golfing trip anywhere in Ireland.
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  • Journey Overview
  • Itinerary at a Glance
  • Itinerary in Detail
  • Journey Map
  • Activities & Excursions
  • Accommodation
  • Useful Information
  • Dates & Availability

Travel in a luxury minivan with your friendly driver-guide that will stay with you for the duration of the trip.
There will be plenty of activities and sight-seeing options for non-golfers. Our luxurious 4* & 5* hotels are hand-picked and are regarded as the finest hotels in the country.

See the splendour of Ireland as you journey along our two award-winning coastal drives, The North Coast Drive and The Wild Atlantic Way.

Our championship links courses in the north are unrivalled. They are amongst the best in the world, frequented by pro golfers including Rory McIlroy, Darren Clarke, Nick Faldo, Padraig Harrington to name but a few.

Have a look at our day by day break down to see which amazing links courses you play each day.

At a Glance

Day 1
DONEGAL-Arrive and Settle into your Luxurious Castle Accommodation. Discover the Historic Donegal Town
Day 2
DONEGAL-First Round of Golf in One of Darren Clarke's Favourite Links Courses: Donegal Golf Club
Day 3
DONEGAL- Narin and Portnoo Golf Club- Incredible Hidden Links Gem Designed by Gil Hanse
Day 4
DONEGAL-Ballyliffin Glashedy Links
Day 5
DONEGAL-Ballyliffin Old Links Course
Day 6
BELFAST- Galgorm Castle Golf Club: Home of the Irish Open 2020
Day 7
BELFAST- Galgorm Castle Golf Club
Day 8
DUBLIN- Guinness Storehouse Private Connoisseur Experience
Day 9
DUBLIN- Departure Day

Day 1

DONEGAL-Arrive and Settle into your Luxurious Castle Accommodation. Discover the Historic Donegal Town

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Donegal
  • Dinner included
  • Airport or Hotel Pick-Up.
  • Enjoy a Unique Castle Experience at the Luxurious Lough Eske.
  • Cassidy’s Pub and live music.
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Day 1

DONEGAL-Arrive and Settle into your Luxurious Castle Accommodation. Discover the Historic Donegal Town

Welcome to the Emerald Isle!

Today we will pick you up at the airport or your overnight hotel and take you to the North West of Ireland. Enjoy the scenic drive (approximately 3 hours).

On arrival, you will get settled into your luxurious hand-picked hotel. Relax in the spa or have a drink and chat with the other residents in one of the lavish bars.

If you are looking for more excitement, head into Cassidy’s Bar for a lively music session. It is widely acclaimed as one of the best bars in Ireland!

 

 

Highlights Today:
  • Airport or Hotel Pick-Up.
  • Enjoy a Unique Castle Experience at the Luxurious Lough Eske.
  • Cassidy’s Pub and live music.
  • Staying in: Donegal
  • Dinner included

Day 2
North Coast Links Tour

DONEGAL-First Round of Golf in One of Darren Clarke's Favourite Links Courses: Donegal Golf Club

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Donegal
  • Breakfast included
  • Play Donegal Golf Club-This Links Course is One of Darren Clarke’s Favourites.
  • Explore the Viking Settlement Town of Donegal. Discover a Wealth of Knowledge at Donegal Castle, Once Home to the Famous O’Donnell Clan.
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Day 2

DONEGAL-First Round of Golf in One of Darren Clarke’s Favourite Links Courses: Donegal Golf Club

Play your first round at Donegal Golf Club.

The ‘Master of links design’, Pat Ruddy, continues to maintain and improve this beautiful links course.  Darren Clarke is a member of the club and has said that the course ‘is one of my favourite courses in the world’.

North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Play Donegal Golf Club-This Links Course is One of Darren Clarke’s Favourites.
  • Explore the Viking Settlement Town of Donegal. Discover a Wealth of Knowledge at Donegal Castle, Once Home to the Famous O’Donnell Clan.
  • Staying in: Donegal
  • Breakfast included

Day 3
Wild Atlantic Links Tour, North Coast Links Tour

DONEGAL- Narin and Portnoo Golf Club- Incredible Hidden Links Gem Designed by Gil Hanse

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Donegal
  • Breakfast & Dinner included
  • Play Gil Hanse designed links course- Narin and Portnoo Golf Club.
  • Optional Activitiy: Sliabh Liag, the highest sea cliffs in Europe.
  • Optional Activity: Sliabh Liag Distillers.
  • Recommended Activitiy: The Rusty Mackerel Pub and Trad Music Session.
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Day 3

DONEGAL- Narin and Portnoo Golf Club- Incredible Hidden Links Gem Designed by Gil Hanse

Today you will get to play on one of the top, hidden gems, links courses in the world. The Narin and Portnoo Golf Course has recently been redesigned by Gil Hanse, a household name to any serious golfer.

Enjoy spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean as you make your way around the course. The stunning Sliabh Liag cliffs and distillery is a short drive away. You can arrange a time to visit them with your driver.

Relax in comfort tonight or hit the village pubs to discuss the course and share stories of your heroics!

Wild Atlantic Links Tour, North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Play Gil Hanse designed links course- Narin and Portnoo Golf Club.
  • Optional Activitiy: Sliabh Liag, the highest sea cliffs in Europe.
  • Optional Activity: Sliabh Liag Distillers.
  • Recommended Activitiy: The Rusty Mackerel Pub and Trad Music Session.
  • Staying in: Donegal
  • Breakfast & Dinner included

Day 4
North Coast Links Tour

DONEGAL-Ballyliffin Glashedy Links

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Donegal
  • Breakfast included
  • Play Ballyliffin: Glashedy Links- Home to the Irish Open 2018.
  • Enjoy a Range of Activities, Leisure and Spa Options.
  • Evening Entertainment in Local Irish Pub.
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Day 4

DONEGAL-Ballyliffin Glashedy Links

Today is a highlight of your golfing trip as you get the opportunity to play the famous Ballyliffin Glashedy Links. Home of the Irish Open in 2018, this course is widely accepted as being one of the best in the world. Enjoy your day on this magnificent course and we’re confident it will be one of the experiences that you share over and over again with your friends and family back home.

Non-golfers will be able to choose from a range of activities today. Your friendly driver-guide will fill you in and happily plan your day.

Celebrate playing one of the best courses this evening.

North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Play Ballyliffin: Glashedy Links- Home to the Irish Open 2018.
  • Enjoy a Range of Activities, Leisure and Spa Options.
  • Evening Entertainment in Local Irish Pub.
  • Staying in: Donegal
  • Breakfast included

Day 5
North Coast Links Tour

DONEGAL-Ballyliffin Old Links Course

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Donegal
  • Breakfast included
  • Ballyliffin Old Links- Championship Course Renovated by Nick Faldo.
  • Malin Head- The Most Northernly Point in Ireland. Home to Spectacular Scenery and Recent ‘StarWars’ Filming Location.
  • Trad Irish Music Session.
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Day 5

DONEGAL-Ballyliffin Old Links Course

If Nick Faldo decided it was worth getting involved in, it is safe to say that you won’t be disappointed. Ballyliffin has gifted Faldo awards in design work and it won’t take long to see why.

This championship links course is one of the best in the world.
Challenge yourself and walk in the footsteps of professionals.

Non-golfers can spend their last day relaxing on the Wild Atlantic Way.

North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Ballyliffin Old Links- Championship Course Renovated by Nick Faldo.
  • Malin Head- The Most Northernly Point in Ireland. Home to Spectacular Scenery and Recent ‘StarWars’ Filming Location.
  • Trad Irish Music Session.
  • Staying in: Donegal
  • Breakfast included

Day 6
North Coast Links Tour

BELFAST- Galgorm Castle Golf Club: Home of the Irish Open 2020

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Belfast
  • Breakfast & Dinner included
  • Play at Galgorm Castle Golf Club- Home of The Irish Open 2020
  • The Majestic Galgorm Hotel & Spa (4*Hotel)- Alternative 5* hotels are available also in Belfast.
  • The Giant’s Causeway- Explore the Mesmerising World Heritage Site
  • Enjoy a Whiskey Tasting at Bushmill
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Day 6

BELFAST- Galgorm Castle Golf Club: Home of the Irish Open 2020

The Giant’s Causeway Coastal route has been named as one of the best in the world. Today you will get the opportunity to see why. We have local and unique storytellers/guides to walk you through the unbelievable history and mythology of the area. You will have access to areas that are normally restricted to the public.

Bushmills Distillery is also in the area. You can avail of a private tour and whiskey tasting session or alternatively, we can bring the tasting session to you at one of the iconic landmarks in your guided tour today.

You will also play on one of the top championship courses on the island of Ireland st Galgorm Castle. It was home to the  Irish Open 2020.

Enjoy the Thermal Spa and leisure facilities this evening.

North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Play at Galgorm Castle Golf Club- Home of The Irish Open 2020
  • The Majestic Galgorm Hotel & Spa (4*Hotel)- Alternative 5* hotels are available also in Belfast.
  • The Giant’s Causeway- Explore the Mesmerising World Heritage Site
  • Enjoy a Whiskey Tasting at Bushmill
  • Staying in: Belfast
  • Breakfast & Dinner included

Day 7
North Coast Links Tour

BELFAST- Galgorm Castle Golf Club

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Belfast
  • Breakfast included
  • Enjoy the Luxurious Galgorm Castle and Golf Club (4* Hotel)
  • Belfast City Shopping.
  • Recommended- The Interactive Titanic Exhibition- Northern Ireland’s Top Attraction.
  • Recommended- The Famous Black Taxi Tour of Belfast.
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Day 7

BELFAST- Galgorm Castle Golf Club

Today we will give you a range of options to choose from.

Play another round at Galgorm Castle and spend the day at the castle relaxing in your fine surroundings or take the short trip into Belfast city for some retail therapy.

Optional activities include the popular tourist attractions- The Titanic Exhibition and The Black Taxi Tour of Belfast. This will give you a unique insight into the history and culture of Northern Ireland.

North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Enjoy the Luxurious Galgorm Castle and Golf Club (4* Hotel)
  • Belfast City Shopping.
  • Recommended- The Interactive Titanic Exhibition- Northern Ireland’s Top Attraction.
  • Recommended- The Famous Black Taxi Tour of Belfast.
  • Staying in: Belfast
  • Breakfast included

Day 8
North Coast Links Tour

DUBLIN- Guinness Storehouse Private Connoisseur Experience

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Dublin
  • Breakfast & Dinner included
  • Private Connoisseur Experience at the Guinness Storehouse.
  • Access the Secret Bar inside the Storehouse.
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Day 8

DUBLIN- Guinness Storehouse Private Connoisseur Experience

 

Today you will make your way south towards Dublin.

Enjoy a unique connoisseur experience at the Guinness Storehouse. The Storehouse is a top tourist attraction. You get the added bonus of accessing a secret bar located within the storehouse itself.

Tonight, feel free to enjoy your luxury 5* accommodation or alternatively, hit the popular Temple Bar district for some live music and entertainment.

North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Private Connoisseur Experience at the Guinness Storehouse.
  • Access the Secret Bar inside the Storehouse.
  • Staying in: Dublin
  • Breakfast & Dinner included

Day 9
North Coast Links Tour

DUBLIN- Departure Day

  • 5 * Hotel
    5* Hotel
  • in Dublin
  • Breakfast
  • Optional Tour- The Iconic Landmarks of Dublin.
  • Airport Drop-off.
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Day 9

DUBLIN- Departure Day

Enjoy your last delicious full-Irish breakfast.

Your wonderful driver-guide will have pre-arranged your airport drop-off. Hopefully, you have time to embark on one last adventure today and visit the most popular landmarks in our Capital city, Dublin.

North Coast Links Tour
Highlights Today:
  • Optional Tour- The Iconic Landmarks of Dublin.
  • Airport Drop-off.
  • Staying in: Dublin
  • Breakfast

Activities & Excursions

Discover the activities on this journey:

Blue Flag Beaches

Scenery
Over centuries and millennia, the wild will of the crashing Atlantic Ocean has carved a unique coastline along Ireland’s western seaboard.
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Old Bushmills Distillery

Bushmills Distillery

History & Heritage • Indulgence
Bushmills Irish Whiskey is made at the world’s oldest licenced working distillery in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, on the beautiful North Coast.
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Donegal Castle

History & Heritage
One of Ireland’s Iconic Gaelic castles
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Dunluce Castle

Dunluce Castle

Adventure • History & Heritage • Scenery
Relive the castle’s interesting history while capturing the spectacular scenery on show
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Giants Causeway

Iconic Landmarks • Scenery
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with local expert and storyteller Mark Rodgers.
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Guinness Storehouse

History & Heritage • Iconic Landmarks • Indulgence
Guinness Storehouse- delight in a guided tour with a 60 minute tasting experience with a beer specialist. Learn how to pull your own pint
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Live Music Session

History & Heritage • The People of Ireland
The enigmatic, undulating rhythms of Enya and Clannad wooed the world in the 1980s and Leo’s Tavern is where their sound was born.
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North Coast Drive

Adventure • Scenery • The People of Ireland
‘World’s Best Region to Visit’ In 2018 – National Geographic
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Sliabh Liag Cliffs

Adventure • History & Heritage • Iconic Landmarks • Scenery
Europe’s Highest Sea Cliffs – stand at the edge of the world on the highest sea cliffs in Europe
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Sliabh Liag Distillers

Adventure • Indulgence
Our first Distillery, An Dúlamán Gin Distillery, sits to the west of Sliabh Liag where the Abhainn Bhuí (pronounced Owenwee and meaning yellow river) and Glen rivers meet and flow into Teelin Bay.
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The Rusty Mackerel

Gastronomy • Indulgence • The People of Ireland
The Rusty Mackerel is a well known traditional Irish bar seving good food, entretainment and accommodation.
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Iconic Castle & Cultural Journey, 14 Day- Once in a Lifetime Journey, North Coast and Wild Atlantic Way

Wild Atlantic Way Coastal Drive

Adventure • Scenery • The People of Ireland
National Geographic describes it as a coastal touring route, featuring wild landscapes, traditional culture, foot tapping music sessions and just off-the-boat seafood.
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Blue Flag Beaches

Scenery
Over centuries and millennia, the wild will of the crashing Atlantic Ocean has carved a unique coastline along Ireland’s western seaboard.
View Activity
Old Bushmills Distillery

Bushmills Distillery

History & Heritage • Indulgence
Bushmills Irish Whiskey is made at the world’s oldest licenced working distillery in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, on the beautiful North Coast.
View Activity

Donegal Castle

History & Heritage
One of Ireland’s Iconic Gaelic castles
View Activity
Dunluce Castle

Dunluce Castle

Adventure • History & Heritage • Scenery
Relive the castle’s interesting history while capturing the spectacular scenery on show
View Activity

Giants Causeway

Iconic Landmarks • Scenery
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with local expert and storyteller Mark Rodgers.
View Activity

Guinness Storehouse

History & Heritage • Iconic Landmarks • Indulgence
Guinness Storehouse- delight in a guided tour with a 60 minute tasting experience with a beer specialist. Learn how to pull your own pint
View Activity

Live Music Session

History & Heritage • The People of Ireland
The enigmatic, undulating rhythms of Enya and Clannad wooed the world in the 1980s and Leo’s Tavern is where their sound was born.
View Activity

North Coast Drive

Adventure • Scenery • The People of Ireland
‘World’s Best Region to Visit’ In 2018 – National Geographic
View Activity

Sliabh Liag Cliffs

Adventure • History & Heritage • Iconic Landmarks • Scenery
Europe’s Highest Sea Cliffs – stand at the edge of the world on the highest sea cliffs in Europe
View Activity

Sliabh Liag Distillers

Adventure • Indulgence
Our first Distillery, An Dúlamán Gin Distillery, sits to the west of Sliabh Liag where the Abhainn Bhuí (pronounced Owenwee and meaning yellow river) and Glen rivers meet and flow into Teelin Bay.
View Activity

The Rusty Mackerel

Gastronomy • Indulgence • The People of Ireland
The Rusty Mackerel is a well known traditional Irish bar seving good food, entretainment and accommodation.
View Activity
Iconic Castle & Cultural Journey, 14 Day- Once in a Lifetime Journey, North Coast and Wild Atlantic Way

Wild Atlantic Way Coastal Drive

Adventure • Scenery • The People of Ireland
National Geographic describes it as a coastal touring route, featuring wild landscapes, traditional culture, foot tapping music sessions and just off-the-boat seafood.
View Activity

Blue Flag Beaches

Scenery
Over centuries and millennia, the wild will of the crashing Atlantic Ocean has carved a unique coastline along Ireland’s western seaboard.
View Activity
Old Bushmills Distillery

Bushmills Distillery

History & Heritage • Indulgence
Bushmills Irish Whiskey is made at the world’s oldest licenced working distillery in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, on the beautiful North Coast.
View Activity

Donegal Castle

History & Heritage
One of Ireland’s Iconic Gaelic castles
View Activity
Dunluce Castle

Dunluce Castle

Adventure • History & Heritage • Scenery
Relive the castle’s interesting history while capturing the spectacular scenery on show
View Activity