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8 Day $1722pp.
The Emerald Isle beckons you 'cead mile failte' - a
hundred thousand welcomes - to explore its legendary countryside,
charming villages and dramatic coastline. Explore the region's beauty
which is matched only by the Irish themselves - warm, friendly and
welcoming. 30-40 miles, 4-6 hours.
Includes: All lodging, daily breakfasts and dinners including wine and medieval banquet at Bunratty Castle, local guide, 21-speed top range touring bike, water bottle, handle bar bag, repair kit, luggage transfers, detailed route notes and maps, and transfers as indicated. Dates: April - October Difficulty: Easy |
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| Day 1 | Meet at Shannon Airport, Ireland. Transfer to Feakle and your charming hotel. Overnight, Feakle. |
| Day 2 | Transfer to Galway. Known as the City of the Tribes, ruled for many centuries by a number of Irish patrician families. Continue past breathtaking beaches to Clifden. Overnight, Clifden. |
| Day 3 | Today cycle along what is called 'the most beautiful road in all Ireland'; the road from Maam Cross to Leenane with time for a visit to Kylemore Abbey. Overnight, Renvyle. |
| Day 4 | Choose from horse riding, fishing or trekking. You can also cycle down to the beautiful Killary harbour. Return to Renvyle for a game of snooker or tennis. Overnight, Renvyle. |
| Day 5 | Cycle through the lush scenery of Ireland, pass through Maam Cross on your way to your evening stop. Overnight, Oughterard. |
| Day 6 | Transfer to the far side of Galway, where you will begin your tour of County Clare. Bike along the beautiful coastline to Doolin, a village renowned for its lively pubs. Overnight, Doolin. |
| Day 7 | Head inland through beautiful countryside to Carrygerry House, a restored piece of Irish history. Overnight, Bunratty. |
| Day 8 | Tour ends after breakfast. |