Travel to Ireland's Highlands - the north of Ireland - with this fantastic one-week, small group tour!

Meander along the gorgeous Antrim coastline and be wowed by the wonderful geology of the Giant's Causeway. Explore a fairytale castle, beautiful gardens, and enjoy two night stays in Dunfanaghy and Ardara. See Belfast's amazing wall murals and Northern Ireland's storied history. Tour a magnificent lighthouse and take in the incredible views from the top. Come and discover the unspoiled wonders in the north of Ireland!

"Thank you for planning such an amazing trip. Northern Ireland is as beautiful as I had imagined. I am very happy I chose the Go North tour because I wanted to be in a less tourist-filled part of Ireland. I loved hearing our guide's stories and learning the history of the areas and sights we visited. Because of the size of the group, the informal style and relaxed atmosphere, it was very easy to develop great relationships. Every night I look at my photos and every night I smile!" Karen from Thiensville, Wisconsin, USA

On the one-week Go North tour, you discover Ireland's best off-the-beaten-track sites in the north of Ireland!

• Stride the Giant’s Causeway, explore Antrim’s beautiful coast road, gorgeous glens and wonderful towns

• Explore gorgeous Glenveagh National Park, its fantastic fairy tale Castle, pristine Gardens, and vast glacial lake

• Visit the remote landscape of Gaelic-speaking Glencolmcille and its early Christian standing stones

• Rove Donegal’s astounding peninsulas with spectacular beaches, rugged headlands, and tour a dramatic lighthouse

• Get an insider’s view on Belfast’s massive protest murals and fascinating history with a captivating local

• Revel for two nights in fun Ardara, famed for its traditional Donegal tweed, woolens, music, and culture

• Enjoy two nights in charming Dunfanaghy

• Discover the Cooley Mountains, its ancient tombs, and medieval Carlingford town  

• Counties visited: Donegal, Antrim, Fermanagh, Cavan, Meath, Dublin 

Tour Length One-week tour of northern Ireland with 7 full days of touring and 8 overnights

When to Go Ireland is best from May to September – Lively towns, colorful countryside, and long days of light. Plus, it’s always off-season with our back roads tour style 😃

Small Groups Enjoy the small group experience with a maximum of only 14 people per tour!

Transportation Travel Ireland’s back roads in a Mercedes mini-bus with comfortable, reclining seats and brilliant views above Ireland’s many stone walls and hedgerows

Accommodations Stay in small towns in beautiful, local B&Bs, Guesthouses, and Boutique Hotels

Meals & Dining Hearty traditional Irish breakfasts are included in your tour package. Enjoy free time for lunch and dinner to discover fun restaurants to suit your unique taste.

Tour Guides The best Irish guides – experts with years of tour guiding experience

Start & End PointsThe tour starts and ends in Dublin, Ireland at a beautiful hotel in the heart of the city center

We've compiled an extensive Trip Prep & FAQs page to answer all your questions!

• May 17 -24

• Sept 13 - 20