5th – 8th October 4 Day Tour
A tour to the Blackpool Illuminations is a fantastic autumn break, and still a chance to have a seaside holiday experience, even though we are in October. This fantastic lighting extravaganza stretches over 10km and uses over one million bulbs, resulting in a beautiful display of colour and sparkle. There is a great holiday atmosphere in Blackpool, particularly during the Illuminations, and we will be spoilt for choice for what to do!
Fri 5th: Letterkeny - Belfast - Cairnryan – Blackpool
We travel to Belfast for the mid-morning sailing to Cairnryan. This evening our excitement grows and our eyes widen as we see the sparkle and gleam of the amazing Blackpool Illuminations, dubbed as “the greatest free light show on earth”.
Sat 6th: Free Day in Blackpool
Today we have a leisurely day in Blackpool to enjoy the many attractions on offer. A chance to explore the ‘Golden Mile’, walk along one of Blackpool’s three Piers, or visit the iconic Blackpool Tower, where we can travel 518ft to the glass floor at the top or perhaps take a waltz around the magnificent tower ballroom.
Sun 7th: Free Morning in Blackpool – Optional Trip to Southport
A Sunday morning at leisure in Blackpool. In the afternoon we have the option of a visit to the scenic seaside town of Southport. This pretty town with the beautiful tree lined Lord Street is a regular winner of the Britain in Bloom awards.
Mon 8th: Blackpool – Gretna - Cairnryan – Belfast - Letterkenny
This morning we leave our home by the sea, and travel north, stopping in well-known Gretna Green, en-route to Cairnryan for our ferry home.