Ultimate Northern Lights
Belfast to Dublin via the Wild North
What would you say if we offered a sublime trip that begins and ends at the pulsating capitals of Belfast and Dublin — and also includes 18 holes on Royal County Down and Royal Portrush, accommodation at the iconic Bushmills Inn (whiskey tasting included), the hidden links of Donegal and Sligo, plus fantastic countryside scenery and legendary Irish hospitality?
Ten championship rounds, five stops, and the full northern circuit — from the Causeway Coast legends to the under-the-radar gems of the North-West that most visitors never see. Come. Experience. Believe.
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10 Championship RoundsRoyal County Down, Royal Portrush, Portstewart, Rosapenna Sandy Hills & more.
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5 Handpicked StopsBelfast → Bushmills → Donegal → Sligo → Dublin.
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Titanic BelfastEntrance tickets included.
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Bushmills DistilleryTour and tasting on the Causeway Coast.
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North-West Hidden GemsRosapenna, Enniscrone & County Sligo — links golf's best-kept secrets.
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Coach & Driver ThroughoutPrivate touring — no logistics.
Day by Day
A suggested flow for your 13 days across northern Ireland. Every day is flexible.
Welcome to Belfast
Arrive at Belfast. Transfer to the Grand Central Hotel on Bedford Street. Afternoon free — explore the Cathedral Quarter, the murals of the Falls & Shankill, or visit the nearby shops of Victoria Square.
The World's Best
Transfer south to Newcastle (45 mins). Royal County Down beneath the Mourne Mountains — regularly ranked #1 in the world. Return to Belfast.
Clifftop Drama in Down
Ardglass sits on a stunning stretch of coastline just 30 miles south of Belfast. The clubhouse in the ruins of a 14th-century castle sets the tone — and the views don't let up from there. After, visit Titanic Belfast (entrance included).
North to the Causeway Coast
Transfer north to the Bushmills Inn (1.5 hours). Check in to this legendary coaching inn with turf fires and the best whiskey collection in Antrim.
Where the Open Returned
Royal Portrush's Dunluce Links — host of the 2019 Open Championship. Afternoon visit to Bushmills Distillery — the world's oldest licensed whiskey distillery (entrance included).
Causeway Coast Double
Morning: Portstewart's Strand Course — one of the few in Ireland to have hosted the Irish Open. Afternoon: Castlerock's Mussenden Course, a 20-minute drive away. Two Causeway Coast gems in one big day.
West to Donegal
Transfer west to Rosapenna Hotel & Golf Resort in Downings, Co Donegal (approx. 2.5 hours through stunning Inishowen scenery). Check in to the resort overlooking the Atlantic.
Donegal's Hidden Treasures
Two rounds at Rosapenna — the modern Sandy Hills (Pat Ruddy, regularly ranked in Ireland's top 10) in the morning, the classic Old Tom Morris Links in the afternoon. Wild Donegal dunes, almost empty fairways, and the Atlantic backdrop.
Sligo's Overlooked Giant
Transfer south to Enniscrone (approx. 2 hours). Often overlooked while discussing Ireland's great links — a grave mistake. Towering dunes and a course that can rival any in the country. After, continue to Sligo and check in to The Glasshouse Hotel on the Garavogue River.
Benbulben's Stage
County Sligo at Rosses Point — gorgeous scenery, competitive play, and the iconic silhouette of Benbulben mountain watching over every hole. A classic championship course and a fitting penultimate round.
South to the Capital
Transfer south to Dublin (approx. 3.5 hours). Check in to Portmarnock Hotel on 'The Velvet Strand.' Evening free in Dublin or Portmarnock village.
The Dublin Finale
Private transfer to The Island at Donabate for your final round — towering dunes, bordered by the sea on three sides. Return to Portmarnock for a farewell evening. Tomorrow, transfer to Dublin Airport.
Slán go fóill
Full Irish breakfast, then private transfer to Dublin Airport.
The Courses You'll Play
Ten courses from Belfast to Dublin — two world top-10 headliners and eight hidden gems of the north and west.
Beneath the Mournes.
14th-century castle clubhouse on clifftop.
2019 Open Championship venue.
Causeway Coast gem.
20 minutes from Royal Portrush.
Ireland's top 10 — wild Donegal dunes.
Classic 19th-century links.
Towering dunes — often overlooked, never forgotten.
Highest dunes in Irish links.
Championship links under Benbulben.
Luxury Accommodation
Five stops from Belfast to Dublin — each handpicked for character, location, and proximity to the courses.
What's Included
Transparent from the start — here's exactly what you get with this itinerary.
Golf & Accommodation
- 10 championship rounds
- 12 nights across 5 hotels
- Full Irish breakfast daily
Experiences & Transport
- Titanic Exhibition Centre entrance
- Bushmills Whiskey Distillery entrance
- Coach & driver for 11 days touring
- Private transfer to The Island GC
- Transfer hotel → Dublin Airport
Our Complimentary Extras
Every trip includes these exclusive value-adds — our way of saying thank you.
- Meet and assist at the airport
- 24/7 on-call local support
Northern Ireland Attractions
Titanic Belfast, Bushmills whiskey, and the wild Donegal coast.
The Gallery
The full northern circuit — from Belfast to Donegal to Dublin.
Ready for the Northern Lights?
Every itinerary is fully customizable. Change hotels, swap courses, extend your stay, or combine with another region. Tell us what you want — we'll build it.