Having cycled all over Ireland, Randonee has found the western coast region including Galway, Connemara, and the Aran Islands to have the most spectacular scenery, with a tremendous abundance of historical monuments, a rich and unique culture, warm and inviting people, and surprisingly few tourists. The hotels and food are a highlight with genuine hospitality.
Tour Details
Duration
8 Days/7 Nights
Location
Connemara
Season
April 1 - October 31
Tour Type
Road Touring
Nearest City
Galway
Physical Condition Required
Good
Destination(s)
Connemara, Ireland
Distance Traveled
25-60km daily (20-40+ miles), averaging 35km (22 miles). Slightly longer daily distances on classic tour. Some hills every day of moderate difficulty. Extra kilometers possible.
Fully Guided
No
Guest Capacity
1-20
Bike Rentals Available
No
Rates
$2,020.00 - $2,610.00per personCurrency Converter (Rates shown are in US Dollars. Rates and terms are subject to change.)
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Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival day: Ennis You’ll start the tour from Ennis, a pleasant village in County Clare with an 11th century Friary at its center. You will want to arrive in time to visit the museum in town, which gives a good introduction to the region.
Day 2: Doolin You begin cycling from Ennis north to county Clare through the region known as the Burren, where megalithic tombs, stone forts and castles are in abundance. (44km)
Day 3: Doolin You’ll cycle the coastal road to Ballyvaughan; Randonee recommends enjoying lunch at a traditional café in this village. Options for the return are either along the Burren Way or via Lisdoonvarna. (55 or 61km)
Day 4: Aran Island - Inishmore - Ferry to Aran Islands No visit to this part of Ireland would be complete without a visit to Inishmore, where horse-drawn carriages transport luggage and everyone (including the locals) ride bikes.
Day 5: Inishimore Enjoy a full day on Inismore with a chance to visit Dun Aengus; this stone fort is one of the finest example of Iron age building in Europe. Spend a typical Irish evening in the pubs in Kilronan.
Day 6: Cashel After a short ferry ride to Rosaveel, you will continue past monastic remains in lush countryside on rural roads to Cashel. (42 km or 60 km)
Day 7: Cashel Your ride continues to Clifden, under the dramatic Twelve Bens mountains. Along the way, you will visit Roundstone, where the bodhran instruments are still made by hand and a loop ride along Skye Road, arguably one of the the most scenic routes in Ireland. (56 km or 100km)
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