We have improved our walking grade scale. Read more
3 Oct - 10 Oct 2026
7 nights. Trip notes
We have improved our walking grade scale. Read more
■ Location: Northern Ireland
■ Duration: 7 nights
■ Board Basis: Full Board
■ Travel Dates: Oct 2026, Apr-Oct 2027
■ Itineraries available: 2
■ Choice of Walking Grade: 4 details
■ Carbon Footprint: 309kg CO2 details
Non-members From
£1,899
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Members From
£1,869
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From September 2026, we have expanded our walking grade scale from 6 to 10 points. While the holidays themselves have not changed (the routes, daily distances and ascent levels remain the same), our newly expanded 1-10 scale offers greater distinction between holidays and clearer grade descriptions, so you can choose a holiday that best suits you.
Gentle walking grade 4
The most active Gentle grade, with longer walks, some ascent, and possible steps, stiles, or off-path uneven ground. Typically, 6-7 miles (10-12km) with around 1,000ft (300m) of ascent.All our carefully-curated itineraries are designed by our experts. While we make every effort to adhere to the described itinerary, we may take alternative routes or adapt the running order for weather and/or operational reasons.
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[description] => Meet at the hotel reception at 1830 for a quick introduction to the holiday before dinner. If you’re in Belfast early, take time to visit the Titanic museum (booking advisable), it’s well worth it, and if you’ve the energy after dinner, take a stroll to the famous Crown Bar, and enjoy the craic.
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Meet at the hotel reception at 1830 for a quick introduction to the holiday before dinner. If you’re in Belfast early, take time to visit the Titanic museum (booking advisable), it’s well worth it, and if you’ve the energy after dinner, take a stroll to the famous Crown Bar, and enjoy the craic.
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[title] => North to the Causeway Coast
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[description] => Our local guide takes us on a discovery of the stories and histories of Belfast this morning, before we head north to the Causeway Coast, with time to explore the mystical “Dark Hedges” on the way. Time to relax at the hotel this afternoon, or join us for a walking tour of charming Ballycastle, our base for the rest of our holiday.
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Our local guide takes us on a discovery of the stories and histories of Belfast this morning, before we head north to the Causeway Coast, with time to explore the mystical “Dark Hedges” on the way. Time to relax at the hotel this afternoon, or join us for a walking tour of charming Ballycastle, our base for the rest of our holiday.
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[title] => Giant's Causeway
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[description] => This has to be one of the best walks in Northern Ireland, and leads from the geological wonder and world famous UNESCO site of Giant’s Causeway to the clifftop ruins of Dunseverick Castle. There is plenty of time to explore as our walks take us through the towering basalt columns (the tallest is 12m high and there are approx. 40,000 of these impressive hexagonal columns in total). Our transport picks us up from Dunseverick Castle and takes us on to Dunluce Castle for a short visit, before we head back to Ballycastle.
Please note – entrance to the visitor centre at Giant’s Causeway has not been included in the price, as many of you will be entitled to free or reduced entrance fee if you have National Trust membership. Entrance to Dunluce Castle is not included.
6.5 miles (10.5km) with 1,000 feet (300m) of ascent
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Please note – entrance to the visitor centre at Giant’s Causeway has not been included in the price, as many of you will be entitled to free or reduced entrance fee if you have National Trust membership. Entrance to Dunluce Castle is not included.
6.5 miles (10.5km) with 1,000 feet (300m) of ascent
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[title] => Ballintoy & White Park Bay
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[description] => Walk the Causeway coastal path from Carrick a Rede to picture perfect Ballintoy Harbour, with the opportunity to cross the historic rope bridge to the “rock in the road”. Continue along the shoreline to see fantastic rock formations and an array of coastal birds before exploring White Park Bay, a unique chalk beach.
The charge for the Rope Bridge is not included, free for NT members.
6 miles (9.5km) with 150 ft (40m) of ascent and 450ft (140m) of descent
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Walk the Causeway coastal path from Carrick a Rede to picture perfect Ballintoy Harbour, with the opportunity to cross the historic rope bridge to the “rock in the road”. Continue along the shoreline to see fantastic rock formations and an array of coastal birds before exploring White Park Bay, a unique chalk beach.
The charge for the Rope Bridge is not included, free for NT members.
6 miles (9.5km) with 150 ft (40m) of ascent and 450ft (140m) of descent
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[title] => Rathlin Island
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[description] => Rathlin Island. The northernmost point of the Antrim Coast and Glens Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and home to tens of thousands of seabirds including guillemots, kittiwakes, puffins and razorbills. Stunning walking today, choose to include a bus tour to the *RSPB bird sanctuary (in season), or a cliff top walk to visit the seal colony at Ushet Point.
Distance 6 miles (9.5km) with 550 feet (170m) of ascent
*RSPB centre & bus tour not included in holiday price
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[title] => Fair head & Murlough Bay
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[description] => A downhill walk on a winding tarmac road with stunning views takes us to one of the area’s best kept secrets, beautiful Murlough Bay. After enjoying time to take in the scenery we’ll meet our minibus and transfer to the start of our walk on Fair Head. Fair Head is wild and ruggedly beautiful, and offers breathtaking views towards Ballycastle and Rathlin Island
Distance: 4.5 miles (7km) Ascent: 290m (950ft)
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[title] => Glenariff
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Distance: 5.5 miles (8.5km) ASCENT: 800ft (240m)
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[title] => Departure Day
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[description] => A morning group transfer takes us back to Belfast today, to the City airport, and afterwards (on request) to Great Victoria Street railway station.
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A morning group transfer takes us back to Belfast today, to the City airport, and afterwards (on request) to Great Victoria Street railway station.
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[title] => Arrival Day - Fully Escorted Tour
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[description] => Welcome! On our Fully Escorted departures, you HF Holidays leader will meet you at the airport prior to your flight, and will travel with you to your hotel ready to start your holiday.
Please meet your HF Holidays Leader 2 hours 30 minutes before your flight departure London Gatwick – North Terminal:
Group Meeting Point - designated Meeting Point located on the ground floor inside the Arrivals Hall, typically near the Pret A Manger or Costa coffee. Look out for the HF Holidays sign.
Your HF Holidays Leader will then travel with you to the hotel, helping you settle in and ensuring a smooth and enjoyable start to your holiday.
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Welcome! On our Fully Escorted departures, you HF Holidays leader will meet you at the airport prior to your flight, and will travel with you to your hotel ready to start your holiday.
Please meet your HF Holidays Leader 2 hours 30 minutes before your flight departure London Gatwick – North Terminal:
Group Meeting Point - designated Meeting Point located on the ground floor inside the Arrivals Hall, typically near the Pret A Manger or Costa coffee. Look out for the HF Holidays sign.
Your HF Holidays Leader will then travel with you to the hotel, helping you settle in and ensuring a smooth and enjoyable start to your holiday.
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[title] => North to the Causeway Coast
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Please note – entrance to the visitor centre at Giant’s Causeway has not been included in the price, as many of you will be entitled to free or reduced entrance fee if you have National Trust membership. Entrance to Dunluce Castle is not included.
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Please note – entrance to the visitor centre at Giant’s Causeway has not been included in the price, as many of you will be entitled to free or reduced entrance fee if you have National Trust membership. Entrance to Dunluce Castle is not included.
6.5 miles (10.5km) with 1,000 feet (300m) of ascent
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[title] => Ballintoy & White Park Bay
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The charge for the Rope Bridge is not included, free for NT members.
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The charge for the Rope Bridge is not included, free for NT members.
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Distance 6 miles (9.5km) with 550 feet (170m) of ascent
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[title] => Fair head & Murlough Bay
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[title] => Departure Day
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A morning group transfer takes us back to Belfast today, to the City airport, and afterwards (on request) to Great Victoria Street railway station.
In the hopefully rare event of any cause for complaints regarding accommodation, you should notify your leader who can then attempt to rectify the problem.
Your stay is full-board. This includes daily breakfasts, packed lunch options, and evening meals. Vegetarian choices and dietary requirements can be catered for (please give advance notice when booking).
Packed lunches
Our packed lunches will be too much food for some and not enough for others; if you feel you might need more food during the walk, please bring a supply of snacks to supplement this – it won’t always be possible to buy these on the route. Your packed lunches will include: a bread sandwich or roll with a choice of filling; some fresh fruit; fruit cake/flapjack or similar, crisps and/or biscuits. For those of you tackling a level 4 or above holiday, we would highly recommend bringing some trail mix or something similar to ensure you've some fuel in reserve should you need it.
Dietary requirements
Our partner hotels can cater for most dietary requirements, but it is important you advise us of any allergies and dietary restrictions you have at the time of booking.
Luggage transfers
When you change from one hotel to another, we will arrange for your luggage to be transferred for you. This is included in the cost of your holiday. Please remember that other people will need to move your suitcase so please pack thoughtfully. Your flight baggage allowance will be detailed on your holiday despatch documents, received 4-6 weeks prior to the start date, and if you can limit your luggage to one bag, rucksack or suitcase that would be very helpful. Make sure your bags are clearly labelled with your name and “HF Holidays”.
This holiday begins in Belfast. For those who have booked our “with flight” option, you will fly from London to Belfast City airport, from where you will be transferred to the Clayton Hotel.
Your holiday ends in Belfast. If you have booked our “with flight” option, we will take you back to Belfast city airport. If you have booked without-flight, you’re welcome to either leave the holiday in Ballycastle, or to join the group transfer back to Belfast on the departure day, and we will make a stop at the airport and at Great Victoria Street railway station on request (times to coincide with group flights).
It's best to be prepared for all weather conditions. To make it easier, here is a list of items you should consider packing.
Essentials
Walking boots
Waterproof jacket
Waterproof trousers
Insulated jacket/top
Walking clothing
Walking socks (plus spares)
Sunhat
Gloves/mitts and warm hat
Water bottle (minimum 2 litre capacity)
Headtorch
High-factor sunscreen (minimum SPF 30)
Swimcap (compulsory in Itialian resorts)
Sunglasses with a dark lens
Rucksack (15-30 litres)
Mobile phone
Personal first aid kit (containing your medication, blister plasters, etc.)
Passport
Visa (if applicable)
Copy of your travel insurance policy
UK Global Health Insurance Card (formerly known as EHIC)
Recommended
Collapsible walking poles
Swimwear and travel towel
Snacks
Dry bags
Rubbish bags
Insect repellent
Optional extras
Camera
Sit mat
Flask for hot drinks
Durable lunch box
Gaiters
GPS device (excluding Bhutan, Georgia and India)
Walks may be changed for safety reasons and are subject to a maximum and minimum number of guests.
Leaders always consider the safety of the group as a whole, and may need to alter or curtail the walk if the conditions dictate. Your leader may refuse to accept a guest where clothing, equipment or behaviour is unsuitable. In the event of a problem all leaders carry a mobile phone, first aid kit, group shelter, spare maps and a compass.
Please note: If you choose to leave the group your leader is no longer responsible for you.
If you have a particular health condition or disability please put this on your guest registration form. This information will be confidential to your leaders and the house manager, but leaders do need to take account of any issues when planning walks. Please carry a copy of these trip notes with you, or note down the contact phone number for your accommodation (details in the travel section) should you need them in case of emergency.
Ticks are tiny creatures that live in vegetation and can attach themselves to passing animals or walkers and may carry a risk of Lyme Disease. Please refer to NHS advice and guidelines for information prior to your holiday.
We strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance and any other personal insurance relevant to you and the holiday. It is particularly important with the possibility of flight changes and cancellations due to the challenging weather conditions that can occur on the islands and might impact your onward travel arrangements.
We see it as our responsibility to minimise our emissions, not just for this year but every year to come. Our work with sustainability experts, ecollective, has enabled us to measure our carbon footprint and create a strategy to reduce the carbon intensity of our product by 5% each year. Our ambition is to be net zero by 2040 – earlier if we can.
Learn moreCode: XAB07-LDW11
Dates & availability
Causeway Coast, Guided Walking with Sightseeing in Northern Ireland
7 nights. Trip notes
Save £50 Per Person
7 nights. Trip notes
Non-members
£2,029 £1,979
£1,819 £1,769
Members
£1,999 £1,949
£1,789 £1,739
Save £50 Per Person
7 nights. Trip notes
Save £50 Per Person
7 nights. Trip notes
Non-members
£2,099 £2,049
£1,979 £1,929
Members
£2,069 £2,019
£1,949 £1,899
Save £50 Per Person
7 nights. Trip notes
Non-members
£2,099 £2,049
£1,979 £1,929
Members
£2,069 £2,019
£1,949 £1,899
£2,439 £2,389
£2,409 £2,359
£2,319 £2,269
£2,289 £2,239
Save £50 Per Person
7 nights. Trip notes
Non-members
£2,099 £2,049
£1,979 £1,929
Members
£2,069 £2,019
£1,949 £1,899
Save £50 Per Person
7 nights. Trip notes
Non-members
£1,949 £1,899
£1,829 £1,779
Members
£1,919 £1,869
£1,799 £1,749
£2,289 £2,239
£2,259 £2,209
£2,169 £2,119
£2,139 £2,089

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