


Head north on our most active adventure tour yet!
Spend 7 days on an unforgettable adventure vacation in Ireland. Go cliff hiking, trail biking, horseback-riding and sea kayaking on your way around the rugged countryside of Northern Ireland and the northwest.
You’re about to uncover the wonders of the Giant’s Causeway, the wild beaches of Donegal, the craic in Westport and the fascinating history of Belfast and Derry/Londonderry.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This was the best group tour I have ever taken - anywhere in the world ... Everything about the experience was top notch ... Over the course of the week, we did a little mountain climbing, a good amount of hiking, some sea kayaking, a 30 km cycling excursion, and so much more." Guest Review, June 2023
This was the best group tour I have ever taken - anywhere in the world.
From initial contact to the end of our tour ... everything about the experience was top notch.
There were too many highlights to list them all ... Over the course of the week, we did a little mountain climbing, a good amount of hiking, some sea kayaking, a 30 km cycling excursion, and so much more.
Our guide - Tim - was fantastic. He took us places we never would have found on our own, shared some fascinating history, kept us entertained with his typically Irish ability to tell stories, and educated us on the natural beauty of this magical place.
I hope to be back in beautiful Ireland again, and when I am I’ll most definitely book another Vagabond Tour.
RON, JUNE 2023
We loved everything about our 7 Day Vagabond Magnetic North Tour.
Every day was an adventure—unforgettable hikes, fascinating history and stunning scenery.
We had a great group on our tour and our driver/guide Dave was certainly an asset to the trip. He was so easy going, a great storyteller and always made us feel safe both on the hikes and in the van along those winding Irish roads.
This was our second tour with Vagabond and we look forward to our next adventure with them.
VERIFIED GUEST, SEPTEMBER 2023
Our expectations were high ... [Our guide] Andrew blew us away. Really, the whole group was absolutely in love with Andrew, who was full of interesting and educating stories about Ireland and put up with all our shenanigans.
At all times he made sure everyone was safe, well fed and enjoying themselves.
With the words of Arnold Schwarzenegger: we'll be back!
Für unsere deutschen Landsmänn:innen: die Tour ist komplett in englisch. Wenn ihr die Sprache halbwegs gut versteht/sprecht eine klare Empfehlung daran teilzunehmen!
VERIFIED GUEST, SEPTEMBER 2023
Find answers to questions about the 7 Day Vagabond Magnetic North Adventure Tour itinerary.
Euro is the main currency you'll use while touring in the Republic of Ireland.
If your tour visits Northern Ireland, you'll also use Pound sterling (£).
Read MoreDonegal is one of our favourite places to visit in Ireland. We know you'll love it too!
The following 5 tour itineraries stop in Donegal.
Read MoreAll of our tours leave from our pick-up/drop-off point at the Grand Canal Hotel in Dublin.
Our pick-up times from the Grand Canal Hotel vary by tour:
Read MoreAll of our tours are fully guided by our team of expert driver guides.
We call them VagaGuides.
Read MoreWe always put guest safety first on Vagabond Cultural Adventures.
For this reason, when engaging in kayaking and horseback-riding activities, the following personal weight limits apply:
🐴 Horseback-Riding
Male weight limit: 238lbs / 17 stone / 108kg
Female weight limit: 225lbs / 16 stone / 102kg
🛶 Kayaking
Per person Double Kayak weight limit: 110kg / 17.5 stone / 245lbs
Total Double Kayak weight limit for 2 guests: 190kg / 30 stone / 420lbs
Per person Single Kayak weight limit: 92kg / 14.5 stone / 200lbs.
Similar Questions
Yes, we do operate a limit on luggage.
Owing to the compact nature of our small-group tour vehicles, your luggage limit is one suitcase per person (no bigger than 30” or 75cm along their longest side).
Read MoreTo help you plan your return flights, here are the days and times that our tours return to Dublin.
The return point for all tours is Dublin's Grand Canal Hotel
Read MoreServiced laundry facilities are available on tours that stay 2 nights in the following towns:
Yes, all hotel rooms on Vagabond and Driftwood Tours of Ireland are ensuite.
Expect your own separate bathroom with toilet, sink and shower and/or bath.
Similar QuestionsThe answer depends on which tour style you have chosen.
Driftwood vehicles have space for luggage onboard. Vagabond vehicles tow a trailer.
Read MoreA hot shower after a mountain hike. A real fire. A pint. We assure you that wherever you stay with us, you’ll love it.
We put great effort into selecting accommodation on Vagabond tours. Your tour will overnight in locally-owned establishments (in some cases for generations). Receive a heartfelt welcome, often from the hoteliers themselves. No hotel chains here!
A warm welcome awaits you at the Londonderry Arms Hotel, once owned by none other than Winston Churchill.
Ideally situated midway between Belfast and the Giant’s Causeway, the Londonderry Arms is an ideal base for exploring this beautiful region.
Sit back and relax in front of an open log fire, bask in breathtaking scenery and a unique atmosphere of warmth and comfort.
Originally built in 1899, Bishop's Gate occupies an historic building in the centre of Derry/Londonderry.
Our lucky Vagabond and Driftwood guests who stay here tend to love the blend of stunning Edwardian architecture with stylish rooms.
Historical Derry/Londonderry is a fully walled city in Northern Ireland.
It is famous for its intact walls, featuring 7 gates; hence the name Bishop's Gate!
If you’re a beach lover, you’re in for a treat at Arnolds Hotel.
Here on Donegal’s Wild Atlantic Way, you can do as little — or as much — as you like.
Curl up by an open fire, then relax with a drink in the hotel bar.
Alternatively enjoy the many craft shops, bars, cafes and watersport opportunities on your doorstep..
Enjoy the charms of Donegal town at the comfortable Abbey Hotel.
Relax in superbly appointed bedrooms before savouring delicious food and lively traditional Irish music performances.
You're guaranteed a warm Irish welcome at the Abbey!
Situated in the heart of the Moy Valley, the 4 star Mount Falcon Estate offers 100 acres of magical woodlands to add to the adventure of the day.
If you have time, make sure you experience the hotel's spa and a falconry experience
This Victorian Gothic manor house was originally built as a wedding gift.
It's widely recognised as one of the the most romantic historic hotels in Ireland; perfect if you have an anniversary while on tour.
The Wyatt is a charming hotel located at the heart of Westport town.
Grab a snack in the upmarket brasserie, enjoy live music in a traditional Irish bar or dine in the hotel's award winning restaurant.
We chose the Wyatt as the final night destination for guests on our 7 Day Vagabond Magnetic North Adventure Tour.
All Vagabond tours are flexible. Your 7 Day Vagabond Magnetic North Adventure is no different.
Unmissable activities are included. Where there are great options, we’ve left the final decision up to you. Feel free to choose your evening meals and lunches. All additional tour options are marked clearly below. Please read the Activities & Fitness FAQs for further information.
All details of prices and suppliers listed here are correct at time of publication. Our suppliers occasionally increase prices for optional tour activities during the touring season. This is a rare occurence. In the unlikely event of a major price increase, we will do our utmost to update you.
Begin your Northern Ireland cultural and adventure tour in Dublin, bound for Belfast and Northern Ireland.
It's Day 1, so let's hike! Slieve Gullion mountain features Ireland's highest passage tomb at the summit.
In Belfast, choose from the following activities:
OPTIONAL EXTRAS (Choose A, B, C)
Accommodation tonight is at The Londonderry Arms.
The average driving time today is 4 hours.
Experience one of the world’s most spectacular coastal drives: the Causeway Coastal Route.
Hike the stunning Causeway Coast Way to the Giant's Causeway World Heritage Site (Fee Included).
Raise a glass of Irish whiskey at Bushmills, the oldest licensed distillery in the world (Optional Extra).
Travel back in time with a stop at the clifftop ruins of Dunluce Castle (Fee Included).
Accommodation tonight is at The Bishop's Gate Hotel.
The average driving time today is 3 hours.
Guided walking tour of Derry/Londonderry (Fee Included).
A panorama awaits from Grianán of Aileach, a Celtic stone ringfort.
Hike along a scenic lake in Glenveagh National Park with the choice of a self-guided castle tour (Optional Extra). Rent regular bikes or e-bikes to explore Glenveagh (Optional Extra). Minimum numbers apply.
This evening — weather permitting — choose from these options:
OPTIONAL EXTRAS (Choose A, B or C)
Accommodation tonight is at Arnolds Hotel Dunfanaghy.
The average driving time today is 2 hours.
Enjoy flexible activity options in of Ireland's most beautiful regions.
Accommodation tonight is at The Abbey Hotel.
The average driving time today is 2 hours.
Starting in Donegal, your adventure tour moves into Sligo and Mayo.
Accommodation tonight is at The Mount Falcon Estate & Spa.
On Day 6, you'll experience northwest Mayo, finishing in Westport, for foodie delights and live Irish music in an array of traditional pubs.
Accommodation tonight is at The Wyatt Hotel.
The average driving time today is 3 hours.
There are still shenanigans to be had on the last day of your Northern Ireland adventure tour...
The average driving time today is 4 hours 30 minutes.