Ireland Biking Tour (trip)

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Ireland Biking Tour

  • Shannon Airport, Shannon, Ireland
  • Culture & Nature
Ireland, Europe

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from $3,195* per person7 DaysYear-round
Comfort accommodations Exertion level: 3
Operator: Bike Vermont 24 people max
“Ireland, especially the rural West, is a cyclist's dream.” So says Bicycling magazine, and you will surely agree. There's an endless network of winding back roads where lazy sheep are often your only company. Green meadows lead down to the sea, magical mist-covered mountains are off in the distance, while around every turn you are likely to come upon cows grazing around a medieval castle, Stone Age ruins, or the remains of an ancient cathedral. Stone cottages are tucked along the edges of green pastures dotted with sheep, and each small village looks more Irish than the last. And the Irish are even friendlier than their reputation - warm and welcoming, and always ready to engage you in the gentle pleasures of good conversation while you enjoy a bit of traditional Irish music at the local pub.

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Ireland, Europe

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3 testimonials about the provider, Bike Vermont:

  • Reviewer: Nancy and John located in Class Coast of Maine Tour ,
    "Everything was done well...from the accommodations, to meals, to what to see along the way, to the perfect guides...you orchestrated a fun-filled week of pure relaxation, no worries, just ride and enjoy...and take time to "smell the roses". Our dinners were filled with wonderful sharing of experiences and much laughter. It was such an uplifting and relaxing week; we are definitely looking forward to our next trip with Bike Vermont!"
  • Reviewer: Christy Roch located in North Hero House ,
    "This trip was a great experience for my first bike trip. I am glad I chose your company. I had many favorite moments and hanging out in the evening getting to know the others on the trip was one of my favorite times!!"
  • Reviewer: Andrea Everett located in Italy
    "This trip was a great experience for my first bike trip. I am glad I chose your company. I"The tour guides were fabulous. They were delightful to be around and were very knowledgeable about all aspects of the area. We have always enjoyed your guides, and these were right at the top of the list of the very best!" had many favorite moments and hanging out in the evening getting to know the others on the trip was one of my favorite times!!"

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Special information

  • This is a custom departure, meaning this trip is offered on dates that you arrange privately with the provider. Additionally, you need to form your own private group for this trip. The itinerary and price here is just a sample. Contact the provider for detailed pricing, minimum group size, and scheduling information. For most providers, the larger the group you are traveling with, the lower the per-person cost will be.

Itinerary

DAY ONE: Arrival Day: Arrive at Shannon Airport. Bike Vermont will provide transportation to Gregans Castle Hotel. After lunch, there will be a bike fitting and safety instructions followed by an afternoon warm-up ride. You will cycle country lanes through the "Burren", passing through Noughaval, and including a visit to the famous Poulnabrone Dolmen.


DAY TWO: Ride through Lisdoonvarna and out to the spectacular Cliffs of Moher. Then have lunch in Doolin, Ireland's music capital, followed by a spectacular oceanside ride along the Coast Road to Ballyvaughan. Local guide Shane Connolly will also lead a nature walk through the Burren. Enjoy a post dinner trip to either Doolin or Kilfenora for a taste of local music and dancing.

DAY THREE: Ferry out to the famous Aran Islands where we vist the ancient fort of Dun Aengus and ride along the rugged coastline. Then we ferry north of Galway to Connemara and the Rosleague Manor.

DAY FOUR: Ride along Killary Harbor and in the valleys of the Maamturk Mountains. Visit beautiful Kylemore Abbey. Option hiking in Letterfrack.

DAY FIVE: Starting at the Rosleague Manor, we ride to Cleggan, then along the ocean and famous Skye Road, past Clifden Castle and into the town of Clifden. Guests will enjoy strolling the streets of this lovely town with its many local crafts, shops and places of interest.


DAY SIX: From Clifden we take a road that leads through peat bogs and past fishing weirs to Roundstone. Roundstone is a lovely fishing village with excellent ceramics and pottery, and the workshop where Malachy Kearns makes his world famous Bodhram drums. We also enjoy a beautiful ride along Ballynahinch River, along some inland lakes, and by a series of lovely ocean bays. In the evening we enjoy an excellent celebratory dinner at a local restaurant in Clifden.

DAY SEVEN: After an early breakfast Bike Vermont will transport you back to Shannon Airport or to Galway (your choice). Please note that even with an early start you will not arrive at Shannon Airport earlier than 11 AM, so please book return flights accordingly.

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