Experience Ireland’s Coastal Beauty
Exploring the beautiful coastlines of Ireland has become simpler with a new 10-night holiday that merges two legendary road trip routes: the Wild Atlantic Way, revered as the world’s longest designated coastal route, and the Causeway Coastal Route, known for the iconic Giant’s Causeway.
While tourists often choose one route over the other, a new emphasis is motivating them to sample both in one adventurous journey. This experience promises stunning coastal views and notable attractions such as the Giant’s Causeway and Malin Head, the northernmost point in Ireland. This holiday can be booked through McKinlay Kidd, an esteemed tour operator focusing on travel to the UK and Ireland.
Travelers embarking on Ireland’s Greatest Road Trips – the Causeway Coast and Wild Atlantic Way will enjoy a 10-night excursion that highlights the stunning northern coast, revealing rugged shorelines, charming towns, and renowned attractions. Included in the package are accommodation, car rental, and several engaging experiences. This includes ferry rides to Rathlin Island alongside a local guide, a Visit Derry Pass for two, guided tours of Fanad Head Lighthouse and Sliabh Liag, as well as a tour and lunch at a Sligo oyster farm.
The adventure kicks off with a ferry to Belfast, allowing for some exploration of the city before journeying to the Causeway Coast for a picturesque drive to the coastal town of Ballycastle, which was recently awarded the title of ‘Best Place to Live in Northern Ireland’. The following day, board a ferry to Rathlin Island, which hosts Northern Ireland’s largest seabird colony and is famous for its ‘upside-down lighthouse’ and puffin sightings.
Continuing along the Causeway Coastal route, highlights include the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Ballintoy Harbour, the renowned Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Mussenden Temple, and the beautiful beaches at Portstewart and Portrush before arriving in Derry-Londonderry. Spend a night in this captivating city, utilizing your Visit Derry Pass and guided walks through its ancient trails.
Next, the journey leads to the Wild Atlantic Way, offering two days to discover County Donegal’s spectacular scenery, including its most northern point, famous from Star Wars, with an overnight stay in the Irish-speaking region of the Rosses. Move southward along the Wild Atlantic Way to witness Sliabh Liag, Europe’s tallest sea cliffs, and spend a night in Donegal Town, where opportunities for live music await.
The route eventually winds down into County Sligo, presenting sights like Mullaghmore Head, the imposing Ben Bulben, and the blowholes at Raghly Cliffs. Two nights in Sligo—home to the literary legacy of W.B. Yeats—provide a private oyster farm experience in Sligo Bay before returning to Dublin or Belfast for the ferry ride home.
This 10-night journey—Ireland’s Greatest Road Trips – the Causeway Coast and Wild Atlantic Way—is now available starting from £1,595 per person. This rate is based on two adults sharing a room with breakfast included and encompasses overnight stays, car hire, and five guided tours. Travelers can choose to begin and finish in either Dublin or Belfast.
