Daily Itinerary:
DAY 1 – Welcome &
Arrival
Pick-up
from Galway City and transfer to Connemara’
introductory dinner and overnight stay at Ross Lake House Hotel
(CLASSIC OPTION & GUESTHOUSE OPTION), a wonderful 19th
century Georgian Country House set in the magnificent wilderness of
Connemara.
DAY 2
Rosscahill
to Cashel. (49km –56km) Commencing
at the gateway to Connemara, we pedal along tranquil roads towards
Rossaveal. Scenery is wild and unspoiled. At Screebe we turn away from the
beckoning Twelve Ben Mountains towards the rugged coastline, past mountain
lakes to Derryrush. Here the mountain road narrows and a twisting medium
gradient climb for a mile and rounds the shoulder of Cnoc Mordain.
Overnight stay at Zetland House (CLASSIC OPTION), a manor
house hotel in the village of Cashel at the foot of Cashel Hill / IVY
Rock House (GUESTHOUSE OPTION) on the outskirts of the picturesque
village of Roundstone.
DAY
3
Cashel
to Clifden. (36km – 64km - alternatives)
Early morning
start to Roundstone village, the most picturesque fishing harbour in
Connemara. Visit the Roundstone Musical Instrument centre - home of the
Bodhran. Stunning beaches at
Dog’s Bay and Gurteen Bay near Roundstone with rugged coastline and
sandy beaches. Picnic lunch en route to Clifden . Choice of routes via the
lakes, rivers and forestry surrounding Ballinahinch Castle.
Our lodging in Clifden is the historic Quay House (CLASSIC
OPTION & GUESTHOUSE OPTION), with its wide vista of the
inlet of Ardbear Bay. We
will be here for the next two nights.
DAY 4
Clifden
to Cleggan & Ferry to Inishbofin. (10km to 24km cycle to ferry -
optional)
Day trip
from Clifden via the coastal village of Cleggan to Inishbofin Island, one
of the most beautiful and unspoiled West coast islands. St. Colman settled
here in the year 665 because of it’s tranquility. Traditional farming
methods still practiced today resulting in the preservation of many
endangered species of animals and birds, including the now rare Corncrake.
Hopefully you will be lucky enough to hear one of them. Return to Clifden
for overnight stay.
DAY 5
Clifden
to Leenane (32km – 50km - alternatives)
The
unforgettable Sky Road. This ten mile loop provides unsurpassed cliff
views along the coast and coastal islands. Cycle to the Connemara National
Park at Letterfrack. Visit the Centre and take a walk in the Park.
On to Kylemore Abbey nestled between the cliffs of Doughruagh and
Poulacappal Lough, followed by a terrific choice of great biking routes.
Bike around Killary Fiord surrounded by Maamturk and Mweelrea mountains.
Through the village of Leenane, the setting for the Oscar winning film
"The Field" with Richard Harris.
Stay at Portfinn Lodge (GUESTHOUSE OPTION) in Leenane where
you share some local culinary delights with the hosts / Stay the night at
the Mountain
Lodge and Spa at
Delphi (CLASSIC OPTION)
a wilderness retreat, which is a delight of luxury and pampering.
DAY 6
Delphi
to Westport. (45km)
We cycle
onward through the Mountain pass between the Mweelrea and Sheeffry
mountains via Doo Lough, spectacular in its dark beauty, this route is
referred to as the Famine Trail, dating back to tragic local events
during the Famine years of the 1840’s. We reach the village of
Louisburgh in time for lunch. This village with beautiful local beaches
translates to the delightful name of ‘Meadow of the Buttercups’.
Continuing form there west along Clew Bay passing Croagh Patrick a
pilgrims mountain and on to the lovely town of Westport, a charming
‘planned town’ with unique blend of old and new. Evening of
traditional Irish music where the less fainthearted can join in and sing
or dance should you so desire! Final night farewell dinner.
Accommodation in Atlantic Coast Hotel (CLASSIC OPTION) OR
Adare Guesthoue (GUESTHOUSE OPTION).
DAY 7 - Farewell and
departure.
Departure
from Westport. Public bus and
train links available in Westport.
We
recommend customers to fly in & out of Dublin, as there are more
connections to Galway City, and Dublin is more accessible at the end of
the tour, by train, from Westport.
Please be aware
that the programme given for this tour is strictly intended as a guide
only and may not be fully adhered Accommodations
remain the same, but we do reserve the right to change accommodations
(subject to availability) -
if changed, the customer will be notified in advance, and the substituted
accommodation will be of similar quality and standard as the original.
Climatic conditions, safety regulations and travel options may subject the
programme to changes and/or modifications without due notice, at any time.
In such case, Killary Tours reserves the right to make any necessary
decisions.
For a more detailed programme, list of suggested equipment or any questions contact tours@killary.com
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