Ards Peninsula Scenic Drive
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Port
Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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Activity Level
Easy
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Excursion Type
Local Sightseeing,All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$99.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
This option is available to guests who are returning to the ship.
Approximately 4 Hours
Price: $$
Located on Ireland's northeast coast, an hour's drive from Belfast, the Ards Peninsula is a serene area of unspoiled natural beauty.
On this lovely panoramic drive, you'll stop to photograph Stormont -- seat of the Northern Ireland Assembly. A symbol of progress away from Northern Ireland's troubled past, the power-sharing executives responsible for Northern Affairs rule from this impressive building.
Drive to Greyabbey, founded in 1193 by Affreca, daughter of Godred -- the Norse King of the Isle of Man. The complex has a most interesting past, and much of the abbey remains quite well preserved to this day.
Turning north, admire sweeping views across the Irish Sea toward Scotland and pass through the town of Millisle en route to Donaghadee, a small seaside town with a picturesque harbor and lighthouse built in 1836.
Enjoy an Irish coffee here before exploring this charming hamlet independently. Return to the ship after your visit.
Notes:
Minimum age is 18 years.