Luxury 8-Day Northern Ireland Road Trip Vacation from Belfast traveling west to Newry

Your luxury holiday in Northern Ireland begins as soon as you reach the city of Belfast. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Northern Ireland is Belfast - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Belfast.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Bobby Sands Mural. This top-tier point of interest is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Belfast, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,314 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Belfast. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

To feel extra special from the very the start of your luxury holiday in Belfast, stay at a hotel like the luxurious Hastings Ballygally Castle. The wonderful facilities of this luxury hotel offer the perfect place to lay back after a long day of exploring the city. Guests have rated this 4-star hotel an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 812 reviews.

Another perfect 5-star hotel you can stay at in Belfast is the impeccable Vagabonds. Expect luxurious rooms, outstanding service, and a spectacular ambiance. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,461 guest reviews.

To stay at a hotel with outstanding attention to detail, check in at the incredible The Fullerton Arms. This 3-star luxury hotel is often complimented for its excellent facilities and attentive staff. Guests have rated their experience an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 549 reviews.

If these hotels are unavailable for your time in Belfast, we will help you find the best luxury alternatives.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Belfast.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at OX Belfast. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 567 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Belfast.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Kelly's Cellars. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,449 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

McHughs Bar and Restaurant is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Belfast, and has an impressive average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,161 customers.

As your day in Belfast is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Northern Ireland.

Make your way to Harp Bar. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 8-day luxury vacation in Northern Ireland and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your luxury road trip holiday in Northern Ireland you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Newry and the city of Newry. You’ll stay in Newry for 3 nights.

Your day starts in Newry. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing CS Lewis Square your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,414 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible National Trust - Mount Stewart. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,797 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this park and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding SS Nomadic. This ship's tender has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,845 visitors.

When you’re finished at the best-rated sightseeing destination, the perfect next stop is the popular National Trust - Castle Ward. This spectacular best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,567 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Tollymore Forest Park. This forest is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 4,198 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Newry by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Northern Ireland to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Northern Ireland. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Newry today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Newry, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

In Newry, the most wonderful 4-star luxury hotels await you. If you only want the best, check in at the fantastic Crowne Plaza Belfast. Guests who have stayed at this luxury hotel have rated their experience an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars in 4,038 reviews.

Alternatively, spoil yourself with a stay at the superb Banoge House. This 3-star luxury hotel is another of travelers' and locals' most recommended stays in the city. In fact, Banoge House has received an average guest rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 139 reviews.

If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out the beautiful The Culloden Estate and Spa by Hasting Hotels. Here, you’ll feel nothing but pampered and relaxed after a long day out and about in Newry and Newry. This extravagant 5-star hotel in Newry has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 592 guests.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Northern Ireland! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 3 of your luxury holiday in Northern Ireland, you will explore the surroundings of County Armagh. County Armagh is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in Northern Ireland, and there are plenty of unique attractions for you to visit in the area.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Slieve Gullion Forest Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 526 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you will find the extraordinary Fionn's Giant Adventure. This attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 201 visitors.

If you like many others have been feeling curious about the spectacular Gosford Forest Park, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. Gosford Forest Park is a forest with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 924 visitors.

The outstanding Armagh Observatory and Planetarium is another stop you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 688 visitors, it’s one that many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you’re interested in experiencing more, then consider a visit to the incredible Navan Centre & Fort, Armagh. Navan Centre & Fort, Armagh is a best-rated sightseeing destination and popular attraction most visitors enjoy. More than 562 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

This activity is one of many you can add to your luxury travel plan to make your road trip in Northern Ireland truly memorable.

When you’ve completed everything you want to see and do, you will drive back to your luxury accommodation in Newry.

After a long day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu.

This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers as well as locals.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Newry and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate

Equally popular, this bar offers great drinks and a fantastic atmosphere.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your luxury holiday in Northern Ireland!

On day 4 of your luxury holiday in Northern Ireland, you will explore the surroundings of County Armagh. County Armagh is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in Northern Ireland, and there are plenty of unique attractions for you to visit in the area.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Portadown People's Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,117 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you will find the extraordinary Peatlands Park. This attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 403 visitors.

If you like many others have been feeling curious about the spectacular National Trust - The Argory, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. National Trust - The Argory is a top-tier point of interest with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 889 visitors.

The outstanding National Trust - Ardress House is another stop you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 227 visitors, it’s one that many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you’re interested in experiencing more, then consider a visit to the incredible C&J's Animal Park. C&J's Animal Park is a zoo and popular attraction most visitors enjoy. More than 457 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

This activity is one of many you can add to your luxury travel plan to make your road trip in Northern Ireland truly memorable.

When you’ve completed everything you want to see and do, you will drive back to your luxury accommodation in Newry.

After a long day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu.

This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers as well as locals.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Newry and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate

Equally popular, this bar offers great drinks and a fantastic atmosphere.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your luxury holiday in Northern Ireland!

On day 5 of your luxury road trip holiday in Northern Ireland you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, County Armagh and the city of Belfast. You’ll stay in Belfast for 3 nights.

Your day starts in County Armagh.

Make the amazing National Trust - Derrymore House your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 202 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Lurgan Park. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,177 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this park and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Craigavon Golf & Ski Centre. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 430 visitors.

When you’re finished at the park, the perfect next stop is the popular Tannaghmore Gardens & Animal Farm. This spectacular park and attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,381 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Oxford Island Nature Reserve. This park is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 897 visitors.

Make the most of your day in County Armagh by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Northern Ireland to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Northern Ireland. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in County Armagh today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Belfast, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

In Belfast, the most wonderful 4-star luxury hotels await you. If you only want the best, check in at the fantastic Hastings Ballygally Castle. Guests who have stayed at this luxury hotel have rated their experience an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 812 reviews.

Alternatively, spoil yourself with a stay at the superb The Fullerton Arms. This 3-star luxury hotel is another of travelers' and locals' most recommended stays in the city. In fact, The Fullerton Arms has received an average guest rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 549 reviews.

If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out the beautiful Vagabonds. Here, you’ll feel nothing but pampered and relaxed after a long day out and about in County Armagh and Belfast. This extravagant 5-star hotel in Belfast has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,461 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Stix and Stones, one of the best restaurants in Belfast. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,570 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Coppi Restaurant Belfast | Italian Restaurant | Tapas | Pizza | Pasta as one of their top choices in the city. Coppi Restaurant Belfast | Italian Restaurant | Tapas | Pizza | Pasta is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,349 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Belfast is The Spaniard. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,184 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

The Garrick is one of the best bars you can visit in Belfast tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,852 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Maddens. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 931 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Northern Ireland! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 6 of your luxury holiday, you’ll get the opportunity to experience the spectacular city of Belfast. You’ll stay in Belfast for 2 nights, which gives you enough time to discover some of the most amazing things to see and do in the city. Start your morning with a hearty breakfast and get ready for an entire day of enjoying Belfast to the fullest.

Today you will have the opportunity to visit multiple popular travel destinations in Belfast. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the outstanding Belfast Castle. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,866 visitors.

When you’re finished at Belfast Castle, make a stop at the wonderful Antrim Castle Grounds. This incredible attraction is a top-tier point of interest, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,604 visitors.

Next up, make your way to one of the best places to see according to travelers in Belfast, the extraordinary The Dark Hedges. This landmark is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,621 visitors.

As the day moves along, another attraction you will probably want to visit is the incredible Giant's Causeway. Up to 22,010 visitors have rated this landform an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you’re up for one last attraction today, check out the popular Dunluce Castle.

Tonight you will stay at one of the best luxury hotels in Belfast. We have selected the perfect options for you to have the loveliest experience in Belfast.

Treat yourself to an overnight stay at the wonderful The Fullerton Arms, a highly recommended 3-star hotel in the city. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 549 guests and guarantees you a pleasant break from your self-drive luxury vacation.

Another excellent luxury accommodation alternative in Belfast is the fantastic Hastings Ballygally Castle. This 4-star hotel is the ultimate place to lay back and treat yourself to some well-deserved downtime after a busy day exploring. Hastings Ballygally Castle is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 812 guests.

Alternatively, check in at the outstanding Vagabonds. This 5-star hotel is warmly recommended by previous guest and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,461 reviews to prove it. Get cozy and rest before it’s yet again time to hit the roads.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best luxury hotel alternatives if these are not available.

After a long day of exploring, it’s time for indulging in some food. Make a reservation at one of the best restaurants in Belfast.

We recommend you eat at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like the fantastic Muriel's Cafe Bar. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,042 customers.

Alternatively, check out the menu at The Chubby Cherub. Considered one of the best restaurants in Belfast, it has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 980 customers.

If you’re curious about more of the best restaurants in Belfast, Parisien is one to check out. Parisien is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 741 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Belfast.

Many locals go to Bittles Bar to have a good time. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 999 customers.

Enjoy an amazing evening in Belfast, and get ready for more fantastic days to come of your luxury vacation in Northern Ireland!

On day 7 of your exciting luxury holiday across Northern Ireland you will continue exploring the city of Belfast. You still have 1 night left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Belfast. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Botanic Gardens. This attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,154 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Ulster Museum. This attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,094 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Peace Wall Belfast top-tier point of interest, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre is another stop you can visit today in Belfast. This museum is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,965 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Belfast, then consider a visit to the incredible Carrickfergus Castle. Carrickfergus Castle is a castle and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 4,607 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Belfast has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Belfast, make sure to check out Shu Restaurant Belfast. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Deanes at Queens. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 597 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre is one of the best bars in Belfast and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,965 customers.

You may also want to check out The Hercules Bar. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. The Hercules Bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 453 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Margot. Margot has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 351 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Northern Ireland has plenty more in store for you.

Today is the last day of your 8-day luxury holiday in Northern Ireland and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Belfast before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Belfast, check out the menu at Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,965 customers.

You will then say farewell to Belfast and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Northern Ireland in your luggage!