7 days tour

Hiking And Island Hopping - Ireland’S West Coast

$ 2,284 .44 USD

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Hiking And Island Hopping - Ireland’S West Coast

This tour includes:

Meals

Most meals during the trip (Meals included indicated as B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)

Others

6 days of hiking on the breathtaking peninsulas and rugged islands of Ireland’s west coast Activities stated in itinerary, incl. ferries/boat excursions and entrance fees

Transport

All transportation throughout the trip starting in Galway and finishing in Westport All ferries and transfers to each island on the itinerary

Guide

The services of an experienced and knowledgeable hiking guide/driver throughout

Accommodation

6 nights accommodation in hand-picked, family-run guesthouses, B&Bs and boutique hotels

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

Optional

Single Supplements of €350 are available on a limited basis. Please enquire to check availability.

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Hiking And Island Hopping - Ireland’S West Coast

  • Day 1 Day 1: The Burren National Park, Ireland’S Middle Earth
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: The Burren National Park, Ireland’S Middle Earth

      Your island hopping adventure kicks off in Galway, the City of Tribes. Leaving the vibrant city behind, we head south on the Wild Atlantic Way to the craggy, moon-like landscapes of the Burren National Park, a place said to be J.R.R. Tolkien’s inspiration for Middle Earth. Keep an eye out for natural bouquets of wildflowers as we cross this strange stony landscape for our first hike of the trip. (L,D)

      Hike details: 5.5km/ 3.5 miles | approx. 3 hours

  • Day 2 Day 2: The Aran Islands & The Cliffs Of Moher
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: The Aran Islands & The Cliffs Of Moher

      For our first island hopping excursion, we’ll set sail to the least-visited of the Aran Islands. Inis Meáin (the middle of the three islands) is a bastion of Irish tradition. First settled about 7,000 years ago by gatherers foraging the abundance of food along the coastline, the Aran Islands have since been home to centuries of settlers, each leaving an imprint of their history, heritage and tradition. Today’s hike follows quiet roads and trails around Inis Meáin. Back on the mainland, this evening we’ll visit the Cliffs of Moher (the stand in for the Cliffs of Insanity for the cult classic, The Princess Bride) where an additional walk along a breathtaking clifftop trail is an option. (B,L)

      Hike details: 13km/ 8 miles | approx. 4.5 hours

  • Day 3 Day 3: Explore The Connemara Gaeltacht On Garumna Island
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Explore The Connemara Gaeltacht On Garumna Island

      In the heart of the Connemara Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking region), we continue our island-hopping adventure on a tiny peninsula where we’ll hike to the little-visited Garumna Island. Here the trail meanders through a series of local lanes and paths as you head towards the Trawbaun graveyard with its neatly-preserved medieval church. Along Greatman’s Bay you’ll pass coral beaches and a rocky foreshore, but it is the views of Connemara’s Mamturk and Twelve Bens mountain ranges that really sets the scene. (B,L)


      Hike details: 8km/ 5 miles | approx. 3.5 hours

  • Day 4 Day 4: Inishbofin Island
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Inishbofin Island

      Another day, another island! Today we head to Inishbofin Island, where you can take in some of the most stunning Atlantic Coast scenery. Your coastal hike winds along the island’s shores, offering jaw-dropping views of Inishbofin’s sea arch, blowholes, and sea stacks where the island’s seal colony reside. Further along we’ll explore the Dún More Cliffs and Iron Age promontory fort ruins, the picturesque Trá Gheal beach and an old famine road. The track rambles over grass paths, turf banks and shingle beach pebbles. Back at the harbour, one of the west coast’s best pints of Guinness awaits before ferrying back to the mainland. (B,L)

      Hike details: 16km/ 10 miles | approx. 6 hours

  • Day 5 Day 5: On The Shores Of Killary Fjord
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: On The Shores Of Killary Fjord

      Certainly one of Ireland’s most spectacular coastal hikes, this gentle walk along Killary Fjord takes you past rocky outcroppings of sheep-shorn grass with distant ocean views spreading before us. Overlooking a necklace of white sand beaches along the shoreline, sharp eyes may spot pods of dolphins or diving seabirds on the surface of the island-dotted seascape. Delve into Irish history at a famine-era abandoned village as your guide brings to life the rich and ancient histories of this little-changing landscape. (B,L)

      Hike details: 11km/ 7 miles | approx. 4 hours

  • Day 6 Day 6: Clare Island, A Pirate’S Hideaway
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Clare Island, A Pirate’S Hideaway

      Welcome to Clare Island, the final island on our tour. In the 16th century, the wild north Atlantic coast of Ireland was ruled by Grace O’Malley, a formidable Gaelic pirate queen, who ruled the seas of Northern Europe. This little-visited island guards the entrance to Clew Bay, the Pirate Queen’s former stronghold. Explore the Pirate Queen’s castle, the jagged cliffs, pristine beaches and wondrous ruins of this magical place. Our hike follows the line of the cliffs on the northern coast, from the dramatically situated lighthouse to the island’s highest point, before descending back to the little harbour village where we can relax by the sandy beach. (B,L,D)

      Hike details: 11km/ 7 miles | approx. 4-5 hours

  • Day 7 Day 7: Croagh Patrick, Ireland’S Holy Mountain
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Croagh Patrick, Ireland’S Holy Mountain

      The imposing silhouette of the pilgrimage site, Croagh Patrick Mountain, dominates the surrounding countryside. On our way past, we’ll take a short hike in the shadow of the sacred mountain, following sheep tracks through heathery bogland along the final miles of the traditional pilgrimage route to the foot of Croagh Patrick. We’ll stop at a beautiful Augustinian friary before finishing up in lively Westport town. (B) 

      Hike details: 4km/ 2.5 miles | approx. 1.5 hours

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but you’re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

You’ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if you’re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 16 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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