Ireland

The Total Ciclismo Experience on the Emerald Isle.

Highlights

Roll Along the breathtaking coastlines of County Galway
Feast on fresh seafood and home baked delicacies
Pedal past the quintessential stone walls of Connemara
Stay overnight on Killary Harbor, one of Ireland's most dramatic fjords
Tap your toes and raise a toast at real Irish pubs

May the road rise to greet you.....May the wind always be at your back...And may you find pure enchantment along the byways of Eire's fabled west counties. The same Iands that inspired the words of Yeats, Joyce and Behan... and the music of the Clancy Brothers, the Chieftains, Tommy Maken and so many others... will put a song in your heart as you roll along breathtaking landscapes through an ancient heritage.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 – Blackhead
We shuttle from Galway to the storied region known as the Burren where you’ll stay in the area of Ballyvaughn. Then, take a 12 mi warm up ride to Blackhead Peninsula and admire the view overlooking the ocean.

Day 2 – Loop to Ballyvaughn
We cycle north into the heart of the Burren's limestone plateaus via Lisobonvanna to Ballyvaughan. Here we will take a tour of the restored Norman Newtown Castle and Ailwee Caves to discover the unique flora of this area. After lunch, we head along the coastline via Blackhead peninsula back to Doolin, the musical hub of Irish Folk. There, we catch spectacular views of Galway Bay, the Burren, the Aran Islands and the Cliffs of Moher.

Day 3-4 – Aran Islands
Ride 12 mi to Roadford and board the ferry to peaceful Aran Island, which we explore by bike and boat today and tomorrow. We first visit Inisheer, the smallest of Aran Islands and then cruise over to Inishmore.

Day 5 – Clifden
We board a ferry to Rossaveel and a pedal along the “Sky Road” to Clifden. Pass by the beaches at Dog’s Bay and Gurteen bay through Ballyconneely village. Narrow roads will take you away from the coast with some spectacular views of Bon Lehely Mountain. Once we arrive in the picturesque market town of Clifden, we will have a guided tour of the local area and visit sights of historical and archeological interest.

Day 6 – Leenane
Today we cycle east to Lough Inagh and then continue to Klyemore Abbey, with its walled gardens and Gothic Castle, and the Connemara National Park, set on Ireland’s dramatic fjord. In the afternoon, we continue our ride to the town of Leenane via the “Sky Road”, where the film The Field was made.

Day 7 – Galway
Cycle past the historic ruins of Ross Abbey before hopping the ferry across the Lough Corrib. This 90 minute ferry includes a guided tour of the Inshigoill Island. From there we will transfer to Galway and spend the afternoon touring this historic and lively city before our farewell feast in the evening.

Day 8 – Slan Leat! (Farewell)
We have breakfast and say goodbye. Enjoy another day in Galway or take a short taxi ride to the airport to catch a flight to your next destination.