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From Derry to the Causeway Literature and History Tour
Derry and Strabane
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the hidden gems of Northern Ireland with a bespoke tour that delves into the rich folklore and history of Derry-Londonderry and the Causeway Coast. From the legendary tales of saints and monsters to the captivating stories of Derry's Walls. Hinterland Tours offers an personal journey into the culture and heritage of this enchanting region. This tour goes beyond the ordinary to look at the great writers who have been here and drawn their inspiration from the landscape. I am a Level 3 Tour Guide, accredited by Tour Guides Northern Ireland and will tailor this experience for your group. Your needs, interests and ability will all be taken into account during the planning for your tour to...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private driver from Castlerock included
Lunch at a local cafe or restaurant included
Train Tickets Included in price
Entry to Giant's Causeway visitor centre is not included, the Giant's Causeway is free to enter
Meeting Points
Departure
Ebrington Square
As each tour is unique I will meet you at an agreed location wearing branded Hinterland Tours clothing. My telephone number is available online and I will always contact you the day before your tour to confirm the meeting point.
Return
From Derry to the Causeway Literature and History Tour
Derry and Strabane
About
Explore the hidden gems of Northern Ireland with a bespoke tour that delves into the rich folklore and history of Derry-Londonderry and the Causeway Coast. From the legendary tales of saints and monsters to the captivating stories of Derry's Walls. Hinterland Tours offers an personal journey into the culture and heritage of this enchanting region. This tour goes beyond the ordinary to look at the great writers who have been here and drawn their inspiration from the landscape. I am a Level 3 Tour Guide, accredited by Tour Guides Northern Ireland and will tailor this experience for your group. Your needs, interests and ability will all be taken into account during the planning for your tour to...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private driver from Castlerock included
Lunch at a local cafe or restaurant included
Train Tickets Included in price
Entry to Giant's Causeway visitor centre is not included, the Giant's Causeway is free to enter
Meeting Points
Departure
Ebrington Square
As each tour is unique I will meet you at an agreed location wearing branded Hinterland Tours clothing. My telephone number is available online and I will always contact you the day before your tour to confirm the meeting point.
Return
Itinerary
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Ebrington Square
Meet your Guide at this historic military base and find out about the other, less well known side of it's history before catching the train to your next location
45 minutes
2
Castlerock
Visit this charming Victorian seaside village which inspired CS Lewis who holidayed here as a child. A good spot for lunch before meeting your driver.
1 hour and 30 minutes
3
Giant's Causeway
i will take you around the Causeway explaining the geology as well as discussing the history of the Causeway Coast, from Vikings to Spaniards. Only a little on the geology as we all know it was built by a giant....
2 hours
4
Lissanduff Earthworks
One of your off the beaten tracks locations, not far from the Causeway but an important pre-Christian pagan site linked to the ancient High Kings of Ireland
15 minutes
5
Manannan Mac Lir
A viewpoint that will take your breath away, see the statue of the Celtic God of the Sea overlooking his legendary home, see where a Norman Lord met a terrible end and admire the view over Lough Foyle to Inishowen in County Donegal.
15 minutes
6
Magilligan
Visit an Early Christian site that was previously used for pagan worship, touch a Saint's grave for good luck and hear about a sprightly Harpist who lived nearby before checking out some 14th Century graffiti after which we will get the train back to Derry-Londonderry
