Dublin, Belfast and Galway by Train: 11 days in May or October 2027

Dublin, Belfast and Galway, Ireland

Duration
11 Days
Category
Guided tour
French Accompanist
Date
Wednesday May 5 2027
(1 autre départ disponible)

Description

Three cities, two Irelands and two train journeys. Dublin opens the trip with its Georgian squares, Trinity College and Christ Church Cathedral, built by a Viking king in 1030. The train then heads north to Belfast, where St George's Market has welcomed traders since 1604 and St Anne's Cathedral watches over the city's liveliest quarter. A free day lets you reach the Giant's Causeway.

Heading down to Galway, the coach follows the Wild Atlantic Way through County Donegal and stops in Bundoran, facing the sea, for lunch. Galway, a city of students and street musicians, is explored on foot, from Eyre Square to the Spanish Arch. Connemara and Kylemore Abbey are within reach for those who want more.

The last train ride brings the group back to Dublin for a farewell dinner. Only three hotels, guided tours in every city and plenty of free time to wander, step into a pub or follow your tour escort's advice.

Highlights:
-Two train journeys to discover the Emerald Isle differently
-Guided city tours in Dublin, Belfast and Galway
-Scenic Wild Atlantic Way drive and stop in Bundoran
-Well-located hotels
-Free time to visit the three cities at your own pace

Accommodation categories:
Dublin: Staycity Aparthotel Dublin Tivoli 4* or similar
Belfast: Holiday Inn Belfast City Centre 4* or similar
Galway: Hotel Imperial 3* or similar

The itinerary is subject to change without notice. The final itinerary will be available from your travel advisor!

The displayed rate is for two adults in double occupancy. Other dates, room categories and occupancy types (single, triple or quadruple) may be available. Price available upon request*.

Inclusions

  • Flights with Air Canada or another carrier
  • All transfers, except on days 4 and 10
  • Train journeys Dublin – Belfast and Galway – Dublin
  • Motorcoach from Belfast to Galway via the Wild Atlantic Way
  • 9 nights' accommodation in 3* and 4* hotels
  • 11 meals: 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner
  • Services of a tour escort
  • Services of local guides
  • Guided walking tours of Dublin, Belfast and Galway
  • Stop in Bundoran
  • Audio guides on days 3, 5 and 8
  • First checked bag fee charged by the airline
  • Taxes and service fees

Exclusions

  • Travel insurance (trip cancellation and interruption, emergency medical care, baggage)
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned
  • Gratuities
  • Optional excursions (Giant's Causeway, Kylemore Abbey)
  • Baggage handling
  • UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) fee
  • Contribution to the Quebec travel agents' client compensation fund (FICAV)
  • Personal expenses
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions

2 available departures

Itinerary

Connecting flights to Dublin.

Dublin (2 nights). Arrival in Dublin, motorcoach transfer to the city centre and check-in.

Dublin. Guided walking tour: St Stephen's Green, Merrion Square and its Georgian façades, Trinity College, Dublin Castle and Christ Church Cathedral, founded in 1030 by a Viking king (exterior visits). The rest of the day is free. (B)

Dublin – Belfast (3 nights). Transfer to the station and train to Belfast. Walking transfer to the hotel. (B)

Belfast. Guided walking tour: the Cathedral Quarter and St Anne's Cathedral, City Hall on Donegall Square and St George's Market, open since 1604. The rest of the day is free. (B)

Belfast. Free day, or optional excursion to the Giant's Causeway on the Antrim coast. (B)

Belfast – Bundoran – Galway (3 nights). Scenic drive along part of the Wild Atlantic Way in County Donegal. Lunch and free time in Bundoran, a seaside resort. Arrival in Galway. (B, L)

Galway. Guided walking tour: Eyre Square, Shop Street, the Latin Quarter, Lynch's Castle, St Nicholas' Collegiate Church and the 1584 Spanish Arch. The rest of the day is free. (B)

Galway. Free day, or optional excursion to Kylemore Abbey, in the heart of the Connemara mountains. (B)

Galway – Dublin. Train to Dublin, transfer to the hotel and free time. Farewell dinner. (B, D)

Dublin – Return. Transfer to the airport and return flights. (B)

FAQ

Two departures in 2027, each 11 days and 9 nights: May 5 to 15 and October 13 to 23.

Synergia network group departures

Advisors in the Voyages Synergia network build their own escorted group departures every year, with limited places. These are trips born of a passion rather than a catalogue: fishing in Guatemala, safari in East Africa, guided expeditions. The list above changes with the seasons.

What sets these departures apart

  • A Quebec tour leader who knows the destination and travels with the group
  • A restricted number of places, often a few dozen, sometimes fewer than ten
  • A clear theme, built around one activity rather than a destination alone
  • Fixed dates: you join the departure, you do not build it

How to book

Each departure has its own responsible advisor. Choose the trip that interests you in the list, then reach us through the contact page for remaining places and terms. These departures often fill months ahead.

Other ways to travel as a group

If no date suits you, two other routes exist: organized trips, already built and sold by tour operators, and a custom group, built around your own participants. Voyages AquaTerra holds Quebec permit 702703.

Frequently Asked Questions

An escorted trip built by an advisor in the Voyages Synergia network, on fixed dates with limited places, usually built around one specific activity.
No. Most participants do not know each other at departure. That is one reason these trips appeal to people travelling alone.
It varies by product, from a few dozen to fewer than ten on expeditions. The number is stated in each departure file.
Often yes, several months ahead, because places are limited. It is worth enquiring as soon as a date is announced.
Sometimes, depending on the flights and hotels used. Ask the responsible advisor before confirming, since it changes the air booking.