(Small Group) Shore Tour from Belfast

(Small Group) Shore Tour from Belfast

Small group tours are perfect for those seeking a semi- private experience on shore.
Adult
€135
Student
€135
Senior
€135
Child
€135
Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn more

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Tour Operated by Elegant Irish Tours
Elegant Irish Tours

Overview

This small group shore excursion follows exactly the same route as our popular group coach shore excursion from Belfast.

Operated by our 5 star sister company Elegant Irish Tours, the small group vans seat no more than 25 passengers and allow for a particularly intimate day on shore.

Our tour begins at the Belfast Cruise Terminal. We drive to the north coast and visit the Giant's Causeway, a World Heritage site. The area consists of approximately 40,000 hexagonal basalt columns, some believe to be formed by volcanic activity 60 million years ago. However, many of us Irish people believe that it was built by our Celtic warrior giant Finn MacCool as a walkway to Scotland.

NB: Your (small group) ticket includes the £8 Giants Causeway Visitor Centre entrance fee (lunch may be had at the Visitor Centre or in a number of different towns depending on our departure time from the boat).

Afterwards we will return to Belfast City, where we will enjoy a panoramic tour of this fine city, seeing highlights such as the City Hall, Queens College, Titanic Quarter, and Belfast Cathedral. If time allows there will be time for shopping and sightseeing in the City Centre. We will adjust all the timings on the tour to suit your ships departure time, and will have you back in ample time for the ship's departure.

The list of all ships and dates will be published here once finalised by the Belfast Port Authority.

In the meantime, if your dates have been confirmed by your cruise operator you can go ahead and book at 2025 rates on the booking calendar on this page - all dates for the new season have been made live for your convenience.

Rates will be increased for 2026 shortly. Book now for any date at the current rate and cancel free of charge up to 24 hours prior to departure.

Arrivals confirmed by cruise lines and / or Port Authorities in Belfast so far:

30 Sep 2026 - Preziosa

15 Oct 2026 – Norwegian Sun

2027 Season - the below dates are provisional and subject to review. If you do not see your confirmed arrival on the list or you have confirmed documentation from your cruise line which differs from the below please contact us and we'll discuss so that you can book with confidence at the early bird rate.

If you do not see a tour scheduled for the ship and date you are traveling upon - please contact us - and we may decide to schedule a tour if there is likely to be enough demand.

04 Apr 2027 – Majestic Princess (07:30 – 20:00)
07 Apr 2027 – Viking Libra (TBD)
09 Apr 2027 – Viking Vela (TBD)
12 Apr 2027 – Majestic Princess (07:30 – 20:00)
16 Apr 2027 – Ambience (08:00 – 18:00)
21 Apr 2027 – Viking Libra (TBD)
24 Apr 2027 – Majestic Princess (07:30 – 20:00)
01 May 2027 – MSC Preziosa (08:00 – 18:00)
05 May 2027 – Viking Libra (TBD)
06 May 2027 – Majestic Princess (07:30 – 20:00)
07 May 2027 – ms Nieuw Statendam (11:00 – 22:00)
07 May 2027 – Viking Vela (TBD)
09 May 2027 – Ambience (09:00 – 18:00)
09 May 2027 – Viking Mira (TBD)
10 May 2027 – Silver Wind (Arrives 07:00 - Departs 11 May 06:00) OVERNIGHT
12 May 2027 – Celebrity Eclipse (07:30 – 20:00)
13 May 2027 – Ambition (08:00 – 18:00)
14 May 2027 – Viking Saturn (TBD)
16 May 2027 – Seven Seas Voyager (08:00 – 18:00)
18 May 2027 – Majestic Princess (07:30 – 20:00)
20 May 2027 – Viking Sky (TBD)
21 May 2027 – Viking Vela (TBD)
22 May 2027 – Mein Schiff 2 (Arrives 05:00 - Departs 23 May 07:00) OVERNIGHT
24 May 2027 – Silver Dawn (07:00 – 18:00)
25 May 2027 – Ambition (08:00 – 18:00)
26 May 2027 – Norwegian Star (06:30 – 18:30)
27 May 2027 – Carnival Sunshine (07:00 – 17:00)
30 May 2027 – Majestic Princess (07:30 – 20:00)
30 May 2027 – Silver Wind (07:30 – 18:00)
30 May 2027 – Viking Mira (TBD)
31 May 2027 – Norwegian Star (06:20 – 20:00)
01 Jun 2027 – Artania (08:00 – 23:00)
03 Jun 2027 – ms Nieuw Statendam (11:00 – 22:00)
04 Jun 2027 – Oceania Marina (08:00 – 20:00)
05 Jun 2027 – Ambition (08:00 – 18:00)
05 Jun 2027 – Balmoral (08:00 – 18:00)
08 Jun 2027 – Norwegian Star (08:00 – 17:00)
10 Jun 2027 – Majestic Princess (07:30 – 20:00)
10 Jun 2027 – Star Explorer (08:00 – 19:00)
11 Jun 2027 – Celebrity Eclipse (10:00 – 22:00)
12 Jun 2027 – Seven Seas Splendor (07:00 – 17:00)
13 Jun 2027 – Ambition (08:00 – 18:00)
16 Jun 2027 – Norwegian Star (06:30 – 18:30)
17 Jun 2027 – Arcadia (08:00 – 18:00)
18 Jun 2027 – Seabourn Venture (TBD)
20 Jun 2027 – Spirit of Discovery (08:00 – 17:00)
20 Jun 2027 – Mein Schiff 3 (08:00 – 19:00)
21 Jun 2027 – Azamara Journey (Arrives 07:30 - Departs 22 Jun 17:00) OVERNIGHT
22 Jun 2027 – Seven Seas Splendor (08:00 – 18:00)
24 Jun 2027 – Ambition (08:00 – 18:00)
25 Jun 2027 – ms Zuiderdam (10:00 – 21:00)
28 Jun 2027 – Norwegian Star (06:30 – 19:00)
29 Jun 2027 – Viking Vesta (TBD)
30 Jun 2027 – Regal Princess (07:30 – 20:00)
03 Jul 2027 – Mein Schiff 3 (08:00 – 19:00)
04 Jul 2027 – Ambition (08:00 – 18:00)
05 Jul 2027 – Britannia (08:00 – 17:00)
06 Jul 2027 – Viking Astrea (TBD)
07 Jul 2027 – Norwegian Star (09:00 – 18:30)
09 Jul 2027 – Amera (08:00 – 23:00)
10 Jul 2027 – Seabourn Quest (08:00 – 19:00)
11 Jul 2027 – Viking Mira (TBD)
12 Jul 2027 – Oceania Vista (08:00 – 17:00)
13 Jul 2027 – Viking Vesta (TBD)
14 Jul 2027 – Mein Schiff 3 (07:30 – 19:00)
15 Jul 2027 – Carnival Miracle (08:00 – 17:00)
16 Jul 2027 – Bolette (08:00 – 18:00)
17 Jul 2027 – Majestic Princess (07:30 – 20:00)
18 Jul 2027 – Borealis (08:00 – 18:00)
20 Jul 2027 – Norwegian Star (09:00 – 20:00)
21 Jul 2027 – Viking Mars (TBD)
24 Jul 2027 – Spirit of Discovery (07:30 – 16:30)
08 Aug 2027 – Majestic Princess (07:30 – 20:00)
11 Aug 2027 – Celebrity Eclipse (07:30 – 20:00)
14 Aug 2027 – Norwegian Star (08:00 – 16:00)
19 Aug 2027 – ms Nieuw Statendam (11:00 – 22:00)
20 Aug 2027 – Majestic Princess (07:30 – 20:00)
24 Aug 2027 – Viking Astrea (TBD)
28 Aug 2027 – Spirit of Discovery (07:30 – 16:30)
01 Sep 2027 – Majestic Princess (07:30 – 20:00)
08 Sep 2027 – Norwegian Star (08:00 – 16:00)
10 Sep 2027 – Majestic Princess (07:30 – 20:00)
10 Sep 2027 - Nieuw Statendam (09:00 - 19:00)
14 Sep 2027 – Silver Dawn (07:00 – 18:00)
15 Sep 2027 – Oceania Marina (08:00 – 20:00)
16 Sep 2027 – Viking Jupiter (TBD)
18 Sep 2027 – Oceania Insignia (07:00 – 18:00)
19 Sep 2027 – Viking Mira (TBD)
21 Sep 2027 – Viking Vela (TBD)
22 Sep 2027 – Viking Saturn (TBD)
22 Sep 2027 – Seven Seas Grandeur (08:00 – 18:00)
22 Sep 2027 – Norwegian Star (08:00 – 16:00)
30 Sep 2027 – MSC Preziosa (08:00 – 18:00)
16 Oct 2027 – Norwegian Sun (08:30 – 18:00)
28 Oct 2027 – Coral Princess (07:00 – 18:00)

Pick-up Points

  • We collect passengers from the cruise ship at 07:30 for departure at 08:00. Where your ship docks later than 07:30 the tour will begin 30 minutes after disembarkation commences. - Belfast Cruise Ship Terminal

Itinerary

  • Departs Belfast Cruise Ship terminal at 8:00 am or should your ship dock later, 30 min after arrival

    We will collect you in style in a luxury small group van (maximum 25 passengers). Your tour begins with a scenic drive up through the Glens of Antrim to the North Coast of Ireland.

  • Scenic North Coast Drive

    We enjoy amazing sights as we take a panoramic drive along the North Coast of Antrim, - also known as the Causeway Coast. This area is recognized by the Government as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is truly breathtaking with rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and wonderful views of Scotland.

  • Giants Causeway

    We allow ample time at the Giant's Causeway to make your way down to visit this famous World Heritage Site. It is a 20 minute walk from the Drop Off point to the amazing Causeway site, but there is a shuttle bus that operates for a small charge, ideal for those not comfortable walking up and down the steep gradient (hill) to the Causeway. The hexagonal basalt rocks really look like they were man made and this leads the people in Ireland to believe they were carved by Ireland's most famous Giant Warrior: the great Finn MacCoole. There is also a suggestion they may have been formed by Volcanic activity 60 million years ago.

  • Dunluce Castle: Photo Stop.

    We will stop for one of the most impressive photo opportunities in Ireland, the magnificent Dunluce Castle. Part of this impressive ruin crumbled into the sea in the 1600's. This castle is connected to the mainland by a bridge and was once the stronghold of the McDonnell clan. The backdrop of the ocean and North Coast make this a really dramatic photo stop!

  • Belfast City

    In the afternoon we return to Belfast City for a panoramic sightseeing tour. We will show you the highlights of this vibrant City, including City Hall, the River Lagan, Queens University, St Anne's cathedral and Prince Albert memorial Clock. After the panoramic tour, we will allow free time for more sightseeing and shopping if your departure time allows. PLEASE NOTE: If your ship is leaving earlier than normal we will have to alter the itinerary as necessary.

  • Return To Cruise Ship

    We structure each tour to make sure you are back on board in ample time for departure. The service ends back at the dockside after approximately 8 hours on tour. If the boat is leaving earlier we will amend the itinerary as necessary.

Private Tours

Why not request a Private Hire Quote? We offer sedans, MPVs, vans and coaches to travel privately in style. Best Rate Guarantee!

Request your Private Tour Quote here.

Additional Info

Language
EnglishThis tour is exclusively in English.
Ticket
You will receive your ticket (featuring your booking number) via email immediately at time of booking. There is no need to print the ticket. If you wish, you can simply show it on your phone or tablet.
When to Book?
Book as soon as possible to guarantee availability, especially during public holidays and festivities. You can book up to 60 minutes before departure if there are still places available.

Free Cancellation

With a free cancellation option up to 24 hours before departure you can book with confidence. Lock in your seats (any date for summer 2026) at the early bird rate today.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour's start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour's start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour's start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the local time in Ireland.
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