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Activity Level: E-M
Start / Finish: Galway / Galway
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The Wilds of Connemara
Connemara is Ireland at its most beautiful, remote, mythical best. Out here, you can walk through bogs and alongside loughs, dodge sheep, visit quaint villages, feast on fresh seafood, and enjoy the understated luxury of one of the country’s finest castle-hotels, Ballynahinch Castle. Further explorations can take you up valley paths amid the Twelve Bens, up the Sky Road to a Bronze Age site and to the tidal island of Omey. Most importantly, rural wanderings put you in touch with the country’s greatest asset—her warm, welcoming people. And having travelled here as long as we have, we’ve got friends in every bog and there’s always a pint waiting for us at the village pub.
Here’s a sample of what you can expect on your custom-designed Bespoke Ireland adventure. Intrigued? Contact a Bespoke Trip Planner for further details.
Day 1 Follow the 1850s famine-relief road to our official welcome in Connemara
Day 2 Walk in the shadow of the brooding Maumturk mountain range to the ancient village of Maum Ean
Day 3 Get schooled in the science of mussels from a chef, then put your learning to practical use making your own shellfish lunch
Day 4 Explore the archaeologically-rich Omey Island
Day 5 Walk from Clifden Castle to the top of Sky Road for unobstructed ocean vistas
Day 6 Explore the hills and villages of Southern Connemara, the last bastion of the Irish tongue
Day 7 Breakfast in Recess, then slán leat in Galway
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Lough Inagh Lodge, Connemara
Nestled in a picturesque setting between the Twelve Bens mountains and the Maumturk mountain range, this cozy fishing lodge boasts some very important features—its own pub, comfortable lounges, and killer views.
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Rosleague Manor Hotel, Letterfrack
Located on Ballynakil Bay, a sheltered inlet of the Atlantic, the house is over 200 years old. The log fires in the family-run hotel will keep you warm as you stare out the front windows at the gorgeous views of both the ocean and the Twelve Bens mountain range.
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Ballynahinch Castle, Recess
Just one night at this 16thC castle and you’ll never want to leave. From its serene surroundings to the lavish dining room overlooking the Owenmore River—not to mention the late-night pints in the cozy pub—-we suspect you’ll love it as much as we do.
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Easygoing to Moderate
This trip is rated Easygoing to Moderate. The terrain we cover is varied. We’ll enjoy some gently rolling walks through the heart of Connemara and along the famous Sky Road, then tackle some mountain passes through the Maumturk range, which will be a bit more demanding. Rewarding views are guaranteed. Daily distances range from 11 to 18 km (7 to 11 mi.), and options for shorter or longer walks are available on most days.
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