Itinerary
Day 1 Ennis
Arrive in Ennis and check into your B&B. Collect your bicycle and Information pack. If you have time take the short circular cycle to Quin and Knappogue Castle returning to Ennis for your overnight.
Meal: nil
Stay: hotel
Day 2 Ennis to Kilrush
Leaving Ennis for Kilrush, cycle along the north shore of the mighty Shannon River Estuary which hosts beautiful views over North Kerry and Scattery Island. The town of Kilrush has a wonderful marina and offers the opportunity to enjoy a boat trip to the prized Scattery Island boasting a wonderful monastic settlement dating back centuries.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: hotel
Cycling Distance: 61 KM | Total Ascent: 544 M | Total Descent: 535 M
Day 3 Kilrush to Kilkee
Today’s cycle takes you from Kilrush to Carrigaholt & the beautiful Loop Head cycle. Overlooking the Shannon Estuary, south to County Kerry & north up towards the Cliffs of Moher. Completing your circuit, end your day in the seaside town of Kilkee. Overnight in Kilkee.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: hotel
Cycling Distance: 40.3 KM | Total Ascent: 423 M | Total Descent: 426 M
Day 4 Kilkee to Lahinch
From Kilkee, your cycle takes you along the south-western shores of County Clare as you follow north through the seaside village called Spanish point which takes its name from the stories of Spanish Armada ships washing up on the coastline and many Spanish sailors who made it ashore. This region of Clare is a very traditional region & many Irish people holiday here, making it a great place to “meet the locals” while enjoying some super coastal scenery. Overnight in Lahinch.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: hotel
Cycling Distance: 54.5 KM | Total Ascent: 530 M | Total Descent: 528 M
Day 5 Lahinch to Doolin
Continuing north from Milltown Malbay, pass the famous Lahinch Golf Course before reaching the coast town of Liscannor – famous for its stone work. Continuing on to the Cliffs of Moher, we encourage you to stop here and enjoy a walk out to these impressive cliffs with wonderful views across to the Aran Islands. Continuing to your accommodation in Doolin – you will have a chance to enjoy some great traditional Irish music as you overnight here.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: hotel
Cycling Distance: 27.4 KM | Total Ascent: 396 M | Total Descent: 386 M
Day 6 Rest Day or Doolin Loop
This is your opportunity to take a rest day & we recommend you take this opportunity to visit one of the famous & beautiful Aran Islands. If you are unable to make a 9-Day holiday, then we suggest you enjoy this loop in place of the Aran Islands.
As you cycle to the northern corner of County Clare this is one of the most spectacular regions in Ireland – known as “The Burren”. You will be amazed by this landscape & the variety of rock formations. It is wonderful just to park up your bike for a short time and walk across sections of these “paving slabs” to explore the amazing flora hidden in the cracks & crevices. Reaching the village of Ballyvaughan offers you a beautiful place to refresh and enjoy some local cooking or snacks before you return to Doolin.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: hotel
Cycling Distance: 42.4 KM | Total Ascent: 579 M | Total Descent: 576 M
Day 7 Doolin to Ennis
Your final cycle will take you through the heart of County Clare, through farming communities giving you a great immersion into rural Ireland. Meander through villages such as Corofin and other mystical sounding places on a network of backroads as you return to Ennis for your last overnight.
Meal: Breakfast
Stay: hotel
Cycling Distance: 48.4 KM | Total Ascent: 452 M | Total Descent: 476 M
Day 8 Ennis to Dublin
After breakfast you leave your cycles behind you and return to Dublin.
Meal: Breakfast
Inclusions
~ 7 nights accommodations;
~ 7 daily Irish breakfast;
~ luggage transfers as per itinerary;
~ hybrid bikes;
~ digital route notes & maps or GPS navigation app;
~ emergency service hotline.
Exclusions
~ air travel to Ireland;
~ tourist visa arrangement (if required);
~ meals not mentioned in the itinerary;
~ comprehensive personal travel insurance;
~ expenditure of personal effects;
~ anything not specified in the itinerary and inclusion.
Important Notes
~ Non – refundable deposit, 30% of total tour price is required at the time of booking. Full or balance payment is 60 days prior to departure.
~ This trip is good for 1 cyclist to go.
~ Should you require a visa to enter Ireland, it is your responsibility to obtain such document before departure.
~ All cyclists are required to wear helmets (compulsory, no helmet no ride) and covered shoes when cycling. Cyclists may be denied cycling if not dressed appropriately.
~ Because cycling requires certain level of cardio and stamina exertion, it is not suitable for participants with chronic and/or acute disease. Please consider your physical condition before booking. Cyclists must ensure they are medically and physically able to ride.
~ Trip grading is an indication on the difficulty of the activities included. Preparation and engaging in regular exercise to maintain good physical condition and active lifestyle prior to the trip will be most beneficial in ensuring you have full enjoyment of the trip. We are glad to discuss your concerns and answer your queries.
~ Our utmost priority is always the safety of the cyclists. Therefore inclusion of the itinerary may be altered by the Travel Wander due (not limited) to bad weather, local conditions, accommodation book out, the skill levels of the cyclists and/or other unexpected circumstances beyond our control. We reserve the right to make changes necessary and there will be no refund should you decide to discontinue with the trip.
~ Cyclist(s) can bring their own bicycle(s). Travel Wander cannot be held responsible for breakdown of member’s own bicycle. In the event of a breakdown which results in trip not being completed, Travel Wander shall not be liable to refund any tour cost.
~ Every effort is made to ensure the trip and included experiences take place during the ideal time or period of the year, however certain sights are subject to weather conditions and seasonal variations that are not within the control of Travel Wander. Although you may get to see and/or experience, we cannot guarantee the sightings.
~ Provision of meals during the trip showcases local authenticity, cuisine and food culture of the places we are visiting. All food allergies and dietary restrictions must be disclosed to Travel Wander at the time of booking. We will use reasonable efforts to accommodate special requirements or requests but this is not always possible given the nature of the destinations visited and availability of options. We cannot guarantee that dietary needs or restrictions can be accommodated. Travel Wander is not liable for failure to accommodate or fulfil such requests. Meal supplementary charges may be imposed to meet your dietary needs.
~ If cyclist presents difficulty in completing the ride of the day, we strongly discourage the cyclist from continuing for the day with top priority on the safety of the cyclist (and travel companions) in mind. The cyclist can fast track to the next accommodation making use of public transportation (where available) or booking private transfer at cyclist’s own expense. Cyclists can use mobile applications such as Google Search, Google Map, etc. to source for fast-track options.
~ Cyclist may choose to terminate the ride early during any time of the planned cycling day or make it a rest day, and fast track to the next accommodation by making use of public transportation (where available) or booking private transfer at cyclist’s own expense. Should the cyclist wish to partake in other activities or sightseeing on the rest day, it will be at the cyclist’s own expense. Cyclists can use mobile applications such as Google Search, Google Map, etc. to source for fast-track options.
~ There is no refund for uncompleted cycling distances or missed inclusions.
~ Purchasing comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended. See HERE for details.
~ By making a payment to Travel Wander LLP, you (and on behalf of the rest of travelling companions) acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to Travel Wander’s Booking Conditions and Other Important Information: Cancellation and Amendment, Modes of Payment, Privacy Policy, Indemnity Policy, and Terms & Conditions.
