Connemara Special Ireland (trip)

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Connemara Special Ireland

  • Dublin Airport, Ireland
  • Active & Adventure
Ireland, Europe

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Period offered: April-October. The provider (view their profile) can provide you with specific departure dates, final prices, and other information.


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from €985* per person8 DaysApril-October
Comfort accommodations Exertion level: 4
Operator: Pure Adventures 16 people max
Connemara Ireland Cycling - "Connemara is a savage beauty" according to Oscar Wilde. The unspoiled beauty of land as well as the warmth and humor of the people are what make Connemara, the jewel of western Ireland the true emerald of the isle. During this bike tour you will discover such attractions as Kylemore Abbey, Croagh Patrick, Ballintubber Abbey, Connemara National Park and the towns of Westport and Clifden. The riding is rural and couldn't be more peaceful. Meet some locals, have a pint, and enjoy a special affinity that only the Irish can provide!

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Ireland, Europe

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1 testimonial about the provider, Pure Adventures:

  • Reviewer: Dave located in Baker City, OR U.S.A.
    We have taken 2 cycling trips through this company, one to do the TDF climbs in the Alps and one for the TDF climbs in the Pyrenees. Both were great. These are self guided trips with good directions from the operator. Just got back from the Pyrenees. The cycling was challenging but that's why I went. The accomodations in Argeles were great. Centrally located(most of the climbs started within 1 mile from the hotel), beautiful grounds, extremely hospitable owners, very nice room, great meals [...] I can't say enough good things about the hotel(the Miramont), the owners and the organization of the trip as a whole. A cyclist has to be committed and in shape to do this trip.

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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 1 | Arrival Day

Arrival in Westport. Trains from Dublin and bus from Galway possible. Stay the night in central guesthouse (The Boulevard), dinner at your own choosing in one of the many restaurants. Plan on your personal introduction either this evening at 6pm or in the morning of day 2 at 9am. Possibility to upgrade to a 4 star hotel. This town is one of the largest you will visit on the tour and here you can find shopping, restaurants, and more. Dinner is on your own, but your charming guesthouse is centrally located to everything. You can easily find a pub playing traditional Irish folk music to take in the culture.

Day 2 | Ride Day 46-54 km

Today you cycle along Clew Bay to the small town of Louisburgh and then through the scenic Delphi Valley to the shores of Killary Harbour, Ireland's only fjord, and the village of Leenane (29miles), or alternatively Kylemore (35miles). Stay the night in a hotel. Possibility to upgrade to 4* manor house hotel. Dinner on your own, we will provide suggestions. (B)

Day 3 | Ride to Tourmakeady 33-53km (22-33 miles)

Leave Leenane to continue your ride along the Atlantic seashore around the Renvyle Peninsula, passing Kylemore Abbey and then to the beautiful Lough Inagh Valley and across a beautiful section of bog road to Clifden - the metropole of Connemara. You will stay 2 nights at a very charming and welcoming guest house. Dinner on your own. Short and longer ride options included.(B)

Day 4 | Loop Rides; 10 to 22 miles or more

A loop ride day, you can ride as little, or not at all, to as much as you wish. We suggest a ride along Sky Road and continue further on to explore Aughrusbeg and Cleggan. Return to Clifden and maybe a pub for some local blarney. Dinner out on your own. (B)

Day 5 | Ride Day 48- 70km (30-44 miles)

You will take off after your filling breakfast for a nice ride around Roundstone, a scenic fishing village that is famous from the work of many well known painters who have been attracted by the picturesque harbor. Continue more riding along the Kilkieran Peninsula dotted with sandy beaches, coastal scenery and picturesque fishing villages. Arrive at the hamlet of Screebe/Glencoh. You will stay the night in an Edwardian fishing lodge with a home made dinner included. (B,D)

Day 6 | Ride Day 38 km / 24 miles

Turn inland today and cycle via Maam Cross into Joyce's Country with its beautiful ranges of hills and valleys. Cycle along Lough Corrib to a small village of Cong, the location for the film "The Quiet Man", and also home to Ashford Castle, one of Ireland's finest hotels. Stay the night in a very comfortable guest house nearby, or upgrade to this luxury hotel. (B)

Day 7 | Ride to Westport 53 km / 33 miles

Leave Cong to go along the lakes of Lough Corrib and Lough Mask back to Westport. More avid cyclists can also have an option to go across the Partry hills for more miles. You arrive in Westport for a last night, and you can use some time to walk to Croagh Patrick before having a dinner out on your own. 4 star hotel upgrade possible.(B)

Day 8 | Departure Day

After breakfast you are free to depart at your leisure. Trains will get you back to Dublin.

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