3 Day Luxury Cycling Tour of Ireland
3 Day Luxury Cycling Tour
Enjoy 3.5 days unforgettable cycling in the west of Ireland. We combine luxurious and unique castle accommodation, with excellent bikes, cycling routes and personal service to make this a memory of a lifetime. Our experienced team will take care of every aspect of this short tour to ensure you have best time possible.
Tour Highlights
Natural unspoilt beauty of mountains, lakes, bogs of Connemara
Ashford Castle
Ballynahinch Castle
The Wild Atlantic Way
Cong Abbey and village
Welcoming pubs and traditional music
Full immersion in Irish culture and heritage
“Superb Experience
and fantastic customer service”
★★★★★ Trip Advisor
This is a stunning 3 night tour in Connemara that takes you to the most remote and most beautiful parts of the west of ireland, staying each night in the most luxurious and unique irish castles.
Daily cycling distance:
Day 1 – Up tp 20km cycling
Day 2 – 68km cycling with options for more
Day 3 – Looped cycling options 40km to 80km
Alternate transport can be arranged any day it is required.
Gradient:
Easy to moderate.
Departure dates:
You can start this tour any date the suits you from April to October. Contact us to confirm your preferred dates.
Evening meals in multi awarding winning restaurants are included on 2 nights.
| Day 1. Arrive at Ashford Castle in Cong
Accommodation: Ashford Castle
Ashford Castle Luxury Cycling Tour Ireland
Arrive to Dublin Airport where you will be greeted and transferred to your 5 star accommodation in the west of Ireland. This truly unique Castle hss to be seen to be believed. Originally constructed in the 13th century, this magnificent castle had a rich and storied history, evolving from a medieval fortress to a grand retreat. It is one of Ireland’s most iconic and celebrated landmarks. On arrival at the hotel, you will be greeted by one of our experienced guides and briefed on your tour and fitted with bikes. Later in the day you can relax in the luxurious surroundings, enjoy a castle activity such as clay pigeon shooting, fishing or golf. Enjoy a gentle cycle around the locality visiting nearby Cong village or Ashford woods.
| Day 2. Cycle through Connemara National park to Ballynahinch Castle
Accommodation: : Ballynahinch Castle
Cycling distance: 68km with options for more
After a hearty breakfast you will cycle through the ancient forest in Cong and onwards along the northern banks of Lough Corrib to the flat plains of Connemara. Enjoy the views of peat bogs as you cycle west with stunning views of the Connemara mountains. Stop for a break at the Padraic Pearse centre, one of Ireland National heroes of independence and learn about the culture, history and heritage of the local area. Continue west to the stunning Ballynahinch Castle where you will spend the next 2 nights. Once you are settled in the castle residence, enjoy a meal in the famous, award winning restaurant and an evening walk through the fabulous Castle estate.
| Day 3 – Explore the Connemara coast
Accommodation: Ballynahinch Castle
Cycling distance: Numerous looped options Roundstone + bog road 45km, Clifden + Sky road adds 20km. Carna + Kilkieran loop 74km.
Dogs Bay Connemara Cycling Tour
After breakfast you will cycle south to the picturesque fishing village of Roundstone. From here you can venture further to Dogs Bay, one of the most beautiful beaches in Ireland. Enjoy a stroll along the whitesand before continuing to the town of Clifden via the historic sites at Derrigimlagh. Clifden is a small town and is known as the capital of Connemara and has a number of pleasant shop, cafes and galleries to enjoy. Aferwards, if you are feeling energetic enough, explore the famous Sky road with fantastic views of the Atlantic coast before returning along the bog road for the final night of the tour in Ballynahinch Castle. On the morning of the 4th day, enjoy an optiponal morning cycle before being collected by private transfer and returning to Dublin.
“Best way
to discover Ireland”
★★★★★ Trip Advisor
Option 1:
Trek FX2 Hybrid Touring Bike
The FX2 is strong, stable, fun and perfectly suited for Irish roads. Customised for West Ireland Cycling with puncture resistant tyres, mudguards and rear rack. Also available with ladies specific frame. Bike lock, helmet, repair kit, pump and spare tube is also included.
Option 2:
Trek 520 Adventure Touring Bike
The 520 is the classic steel touring bike. One of the longest-running touring bikes in the world. If you are a committed touring cyclist looking for the best in comfort and durability, this is the bike for you.
Option 3:
Trek Electric Bikes
We use the best quality Trek E-bikes on the market. These bikes are pedal assist meaning they travel a lot further when you push the pedal compared to a regular bike. Comfortable, strong and stable bikes combined with a quiet, powerful Bosch motor and a fully integrated high-capacity battery ensure many miles of care-free cycling. On a full charge they are good for 100km+.
Option 4:
Carbon road bike:
A Trek Emonda SL5 is super light and super fun. With a 500 OCLV carbon frame and Shimano 105 drive train, this bike offers the speed and comfort you are used to.
* Upgrade fee is payable directly to our office on the day of collection
“Our bikes were the envy
of others we met along the way”
★★★★★ Trip Advisor
Stay comfortably in our carefully hand-picked accommodations
Warm Irish hospitality awaits at our exquisite range of luxury accommodation venues. From stunning Country Houses to historic Castles and Abbeys, prepare to be wowed with some of the most unique and sought after hotels in Ireland. Combined with friendly service and imaginative cuisine, the experience will live long in your memory.
“The Hotels were fabulous,
like nothing I have ever experienced”
★★★★★ Trip Advisor
You can start this tour any date between April and October.
Contact us now to confirm availability for your preferred dates.
Email: tours@westirelandcycling.com
Would you like to extend the tour and add a few more exquisite days on tour?
No problem. Send us an email and we will design the perfect tour to meet your schedule.
Prices
From €2,950 per person based on 2 people sharing. April to October.
