Small Group
Ireland Biking
Dig deep on the Emerald Isle
6 Days, 5 Nights
Maximum Group Size
16
Activity Level:
B&R Activity Levels
Priced per person from
$7,495 USD
Single Supplement: $1,700 USD
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Carbon Neutral Trip
Cycling Ireland’s wild west is like starring in your own Gaelic fairy tale (only this one ends with a fresh pint of Guinness). Pedal past craggy cliffs, rolling emerald hills and lunar-like karst landscapes. Pause at Bronze Age ruins, savour hearty pub fare, and discover why locals insist there’s always time for craic (translation: good fun). Céad míle fáilte indeed—this land loves company.
Preview the itinerary
No two trips are ever the same, but this will give you a taste of what your journey will be like.
Day 1
Ride through the spectacular limestone landscapes of the Burren National Park and savour its breathtaking ancient sites. Stop for lunch at a charming tea room in Ballyvaughan. Continue biking passed an ancient burial chamber and then descend Corkscrew Hill to your first hotel, Gregans Castle, where you'll enjoy welcome drinks and dinner.
Activity:
30 km (18 mi.) ride in the Burren via Ballyvaughan, Black Head and Corkscrew Hill
Day 2
Embark on a coastal ride along the breathtaking Wild Atlantic Way, taking you through Kilfenora and to your choice of lunch. Next cycle to the famous Cliffs of Moher then indulge in an Irish whiskey tasting this evening.
Activity:
45 km (28 mi.) ride to the Cliffs of Moher
Day 3
After breakfast you'll say goodbye to Gregans Castle, tracing the south coast of Galway. Stop for lunch at a welcoming pub serving fresh, local produce and learn about the rich traditions of Irish dancing. Pedal to the North Atlantic Coast and bogs of Connemara, where the ride ends at our final hotel, Ballynahinch Castle.
Activity:
50 km (31 mi.) afternoon bike ride from Spiddal to Ballynahinch Castle
Day 4
Discover the culturally rich region of Connemara, cycle from the Twelve Bens Mountain Range to a charming fishing village, where we’ll stop for lunch. Tonight, explore the town of Clifden for dinner on your own.
Activity:
45 km (28 mi.) bike ride with surreal bogs and windswept Atlantic Coast
Day 5
Pedal through Inagh Valley to discover Ireland’s only fjord in Killary. Visit a local sheep farm, followed by lunch at a local inn. Later on, after some time at the castle, we'll reconvene for a grand finale dinner and "trad session'" featuring Irish music to celebrate our journey.
Activity:
31 km (19 mi.) bike ride from Ballynahinch Castle to Killary Fjord
Long option | 52 km (32 mi.)
Day 6
After breakfast this morning, we’ll drive you just over an hour back to Galway in time for the Dublin train.
Rendezvous
Airport City: Dublin
Trip Start: The Galmont
Time: 10:00am
Farewell
Airport City: Dublin
Trip End: Galway Train Station
Time: 10:30am
* Itineraries are subject to change. Please confirm exact Trip Start and Trip End locations upon booking.
Featured stays
Gregans Castle Hotel
Location: County Clare, Ireland
Ballynahinch Castle Hotel
Location: Connemara, Ireland
Dates & availability
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Price
per person, double occupancy
+$1,700 USD single supplement
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Join a group of up to 16 like-minded travellers.
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8+ people
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What's included
Accommodation & Dining
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners as indicated on the itinerary.
All accommodation as indicated on the itinerary.
All wines, cocktails and beer with included meals.
Active Essentials
Choice of bike as appropriate for terrain (see below), equipped with handlebar bag and helmet.
A biodegradable B&R water bottle.
Use of a smartphone with downloaded GPS routes provided via RideWithGPS.
Guided Services
Services of B&R guide(s).
All special events, private tours, guest experts and entrance fees.
All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel services.
Logistics and Gratuities
Transportation from pick up to drop off.
Baggage transportation.
Access to the B&R support van every step of the way.
What's Not Included: International flights, travel protection, gratuity for your B&R guides.
This trip is carbon neutral. Learn more about our Sustainability commitment.
Equipment
E-Bike
Unisex Road Bike
Experience Designers
Good to know
Why choose a Small Group trip?
An Effortless Journey
Our expert Experience Designers are perfectionists, using first-hand knowledge of routes, restaurants and hotels to create an unforgettable experience. This means all the planning is taken care of for you. All you need to do is enjoy.
Active Exploration
From emerging destinations to iconic sights, B&R trips show you the world in a new way on our expertly developed cycling, walking and hiking routes. Travelling through historic villages and romantic vineyards and up to striking viewpoints, our routes offer a variety of challenges for every activity level.
Friends for Life
Your fellow travellers are as passionate and curious about the world as you are, which means the conversations and laughs will be as free flowing as your drink of choice. Don't be surprised if your group starts planning a reunion before the trip is done.
Room for Surprises
We love a plan, but we adore a spontaneous moment even more. Whether it’s an impromptu al fresco meal or a moon-lit musical performance, our advice is to expect the unexpected.
