The Soul of Northern Ireland

Day 1 – The Belfast Trad Trail
Arrive in Belfast and settle into the city before discovering its musical soul on a private Trad Trail. Guided by two professional musicians, wander cobbled lanes and historic corners, visiting intimate venues hidden within some of Belfast’s oldest buildings. At each stop, enjoy live performances filled with traditional tunes, songs and stories, while learning about the instruments, language and customs that have shaped Ireland’s musical identity. With a local brew in hand, this immersive introduction brings Belfast’s culture to life through the people who keep its traditions thriving.

Day 2 – Belfast Food & History
Discover Belfast through its flavours and stories on a private food tour led by passionate locals. Sample much-loved favourites including the famous Belfast Bap, Fifteens, Belfast Coffee and a traditional Ulster Fry, while meeting producers and exploring the city’s best-loved food spots. Continue to the Titanic Experience, where a private tour reveals the remarkable story of the world’s most famous ship across ten immersive galleries. Step aboard the SS Nomadic, the last remaining White Star Line vessel, for a fascinating glimpse into Belfast’s maritime heritage.

Day 3 – The Causeway Coast
Journey along Northern Ireland’s spectacular Causeway Coast, where rugged cliffs, crashing waves and sweeping Atlantic views create an unforgettable landscape. Walk across Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge with a local guide who shares stories of the fishermen who once relied on this dramatic crossing. Continue to the legendary Giant’s Causeway, where your guide brings the ancient basalt columns to life through generations of family stories and local folklore. This personal connection to the land reveals a deeper side of one of Ireland’s most iconic natural wonders.

Day 4 – Discover Irish Food & Drink
Today celebrates Ireland’s rich culinary traditions, beginning with a hands-on cooking experience in County Derry. Gather fresh ingredients from the kitchen garden before learning the secrets behind comforting Irish classics including soda farls, vegetable broth and traditional stew. Enjoy your creations in a beautiful countryside setting, with the option of dining in a charming wooden wagon during warmer months. Later, visit one of the world’s oldest licensed distilleries for a private tour, discovering centuries of whiskey-making expertise before sampling some of Ireland’s finest spirits.

Day 5 – The Emigrant’s Walk
Step into Ireland’s history on a moving guided walk retracing the journey of those who left during the Great Hunger in search of a new life. Following a route that has remained largely unchanged since the famine, walk through peaceful countryside while hearing personal stories of hardship, resilience and hope. Pause for lunch at a former soup kitchen, once part of a network that supported millions during this difficult period. This powerful experience offers a meaningful connection to Ireland’s past and the generations who carried its stories around the world.

Day 6 – Mythological Ireland
Travel through Ireland’s landscapes of legend and discover the stories that have shaped its imagination. Begin in an ancient woodland where wolves, bears, lynx and wild boar once roamed, meeting the animals now being conserved and reintroduced to Irish landscapes. Continue to Grianán of Aileach, a spectacular hilltop ringfort steeped in mythology and linked to the legendary Tuatha Dé Danann. With its sweeping views and ancient connections to Ireland’s fairy folklore, this is a day where history, nature and storytelling come together.

Day 7 – The Stairway to Heaven
Explore the wild beauty of the Cuilcagh Mountain landscape on the famous Cuilcagh Boardwalk Trail, known as the ‘Stairway to Heaven’. Walking through the UNESCO Global Geopark, discover dramatic scenery, rare habitats and panoramic views across one of Northern Ireland’s most beautiful regions. Continue underground at Marble Arch Caves, where a hidden world of rivers, chambers and delicate formations reveals the remarkable natural history of the landscape. A day of adventure that takes you from mountain peaks to ancient underground waterways.

Day 8 – Lough Erne Resort
Take time to slow the pace and enjoy the peaceful beauty of the Fermanagh Lakelands. Surrounded by water, woodland and countryside, Lough Erne Resort offers the perfect setting for a relaxing final day. Choose how to spend your time together, from unwinding in the spa and exploring the waterways to enjoying a round of golf on the championship course. After days of discovery, this is a chance to reconnect, recharge and appreciate the tranquillity of Ireland’s natural surroundings.

Day 9 – Depart
After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to the airport for your journey home. Reflect on a remarkable exploration of Northern Ireland, from Belfast’s vibrant music and culinary traditions to the myths, landscapes and stories that define this captivating country. With authentic encounters, private experiences and unforgettable moments shared along the way, this carefully crafted journey leaves families with a deeper connection to Ireland and memories to treasure.