7 Day Great Northern Ireland

Day 1 Armagh

Highlights:

Armagh County Museum
Palace stables heritage center
Armagh Gaol
Armagh Friary

County Armagh (named after its county town, Armagh) is one of six counties that form Northern Ireland and one of the 32 traditional counties of Ireland, situated in the northeast of the island. Adjoined to the southern shore of Lough Neagh, the county covers an area of 1,326 km] and has a population of about 174,792. It is within the historic province of Ulster. County Armagh is known as the “Orchard County” because of its many apple orchards.

Day 2 : Belfast

Highlights:

Titanic Experience
Black cab taxi
Belfast City Hall
Game of Thrones

Belfast is the capital city of Northern Ireland and is the second largest city on the island of Ireland. Belfast is famous for many reasons and is probably best known as the birthplace of the Titanic. The Titanic Quarter is a must see and is situated in the recently renovated dockyards. This fantastic area includes the Titanic Belfast museum, built in the shape of the hull of a ship; shipbuilder Harland and Wolff’s drawing offices and the Titanic slipways. The history of the recent period known as ‘The Troubles’ is depicted on the many famous wall murals throughout the city and are a great photo opportunity. Belfast is nowadays seen as a lively and hip city with a great nightlife. The nearby Giant’s Causeway is one of Ireland’s top attractions and when you visit it you will see why. The story goes that it was built by a local giant who wanted to build a path to Scotland to track down his nemesis. You can make up your own mind!

Day 3: Derry

Highlights:

Ulster Folk Museum
Derry City Walls
Giants Causeway
Carrick a rede rope bridge

Derry is the second-largest city in Northern Ireland and the fourth-largest city on the island of Ireland. The name Derry comes from the Irish name Daire or Doire meaning “oak forest”. The old walled city lies on the west bank of the River Foyle, which runs through the city to the sea. The city extends along both banks of the river and also extends to rural areas to the southeast. Derry is an historic city and there’s plenty to see and do. Derry’s 17th Century City Walls and the Guildhall are a must see. The historical murals of the Bogside depict the history of ‘The Troubles’ and are another great attraction. The late great poet Seamus Heaney was a native of Derry. Derry City will be a memorable visit and it is great to get some last minute gifts (remember you will need sterling for Derry and Northern Ireland).

Day 4 : Donegal

Highlights:

Slieve League
Belleek Pottery Factory
Glenveagh National park
Donegal Castle

County Donegal is a largely Irish-speaking region bordering the Atlantic Ocean in northwestern Ireland. Donegal is known for its castles, rugged coastline and mountains such as the iconic, quartzite Mount Errigal. Glenveagh National Park encompasses forests, lakes and bogland in the central Derryveagh Mountains. Its 1870s manor house, the Scottish Baronial-style Glenveagh Castle, is renowned for its Victorian-era gardens, Donegal is one of Ireland’s untouched and unspoilt, romantic and authentic counties and one you will remember forever with the friendly, warm locals.

Day 5 : Fermanagh

Highlights:

Florence court
Enniskillen castle
Sheelin Antique Lace and Vintage Fashion
Ulster Folk Park

Enniskillen is a town and civil parish in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. It is located almost exactly in the centre of the county, between the Upper and Lower sections of Lough Erne. It had a population of 13,599 at the 2001 census.It was the seat of local government for the formerFermanagh District Council, and is the county town of Fermanagh as well as its largest town.

Day 6 : Belfast

Highlights:

Titanic Experience
Black cab taxi
Belfast City Hall
Game of Thrones

Belfast is the capital city of Northern Ireland and is the second largest city on the island of Ireland. Belfast is famous for many reasons and is probably best known as the birthplace of the Titanic. The Titanic Quarter is a must see and is situated in the recently renovated dockyards. This fantastic area includes the Titanic Belfast museum, built in the shape of the hull of a ship; shipbuilder Harland and Wolff’s drawing offices and the Titanic slipways. The history of the recent period known as ‘The Troubles’ is depicted on the many famous wall murals throughout the city and are a great photo opportunity. Belfast is nowadays seen as a lively and hip city with a great nightlife. The nearby Giant’s Causeway is one of Ireland’s top attractions and when you visit it you will see why. The story goes that it was built by a local giant who wanted to build a path to Scotland to track down his nemesis. You can make up your own mind!

Day 7 – Depart with many happy memories

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