Duration: 7 Days
Unpack the jewels of the Emerald Isle as you wish with a pot ‘o gold brimming with the I-Time you deserve in Dublin and Belfast. Your 7-day Independence by Globus City Stay begins where Becket, Yeats, and Guinness were born in the home of Trinity College and St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin. Discover the buzzing cultural city of Belfast and tread where giants are the stuff of legend, from volcanic steps of Giant’s Causeway to spires of the Cathedral Quarter to legendary shipyards from where the RMS Titanic into history.
Please note: Itinerary is based on 2024, and is subject to change. Full details will be confirmed in 2024.
Welcome to Dublin! A Globus Local Host will be waiting to welcome you. Free time this afternoon.
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Dig into Dublin's bountiful restaurant scene for a bowl of Irish Stew, seafood chowder, Beef and Guinness pie, or chocolate eclairs for tea. Your Local Host or GlobusGO app can point you in the direction of the best eateries.
Join your Local Guide on a walking tour through the heart of Ireland's lively capital. Hear about the Great Famine of the 19th century, the significance of the General Post Office in the Easter Rising of 1916, Trinity College, and the tale of Molly Malone. (B)
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In Dublin's fair city, you'll find the luck of the Irish in any of its lively pubs, shops, or restaurants to soak up the atmosphere with a bit of music and lively craic (conversation). Your GlobusGO app has the appetizing scoop on local fare.
The day is yours to explore as you please. (B)
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Dublin dazzles with an array of lush green parks to while away the hours. Stroll through any of the city's 13 flagship parks, from the oasis of Iveagh Gardens to the city centre jewel of St. Stephen's Green. See the statue of Oscar Wilde in Merrion Square, daydream at Dubh Linn Gardens behind Dublin Castle, or find fallow deer in Phoenix Park-also home to the largest Viking cemetery outside Scandinavia.
Travel to Belfast by train. Your Globus Hosts will be waiting to welcome you. After checking in to your hotel, join your Local Guide for a walking tour of Northern Ireland's capital city, taking in the Grand Opera House, St Anne's Cathedral and Belfast City Hall. (B)
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After working up an appetite seeing the sights with your Local Guide, it's time to indulge in a good old-fashioned Irish supper. From the freshest seafood to the savory pub grub, to fine dining options in Belfast's bars, restaurants, and cafes, dig into what you like in the foodie-friendly neighborhoods of Northern Ireland's eastern coast. Get dining tips on your GlobusGO mobile app and bon appetit!
The day is yours to explore as you please. (B)
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Embark on a moving and fascinating visit to the Titanic Experience to discover the true legend of RMS Titanic in the city where it all began. Take a journey through boomtown Belfast and the shipyard where the liners were built, to the launch, fit out and maiden voyage, before discovering more about the sinking, aftermath, the quest to find Titanic and her final resting place. All whilst exploring the hopes and dreams of those whose lives were impacted by the great ship and wondering at our collection of unique Titanic artefacts. Affordable advance tickets are available online.
The day is yours to explore as you please. (B)
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Behold Belfast's famous wall art with a Black Taxi Tour. Knowledgeable drivers share an informative history lesson peppered with insider stories of the city's traditions and story of The Troubles. See more recent murals that celebrate the modern sporting and cultural icons on this fascinating ride.
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
