Emerald Isle & Bikefest
3 - 7 June 2010
5 Days, 4 Nights, approx 511 miles + Rideouts
Join our guided tour through Ireland, to the beautiful town of Killarney for Irish Bike Fest. Come along for the craic, the friendly atmosphere, & some of the most beautiful biking roads Ireland has to offer.
Day 1 0800hrs Meet at Holyhead ferry terminal for our crossing to Dun Laoghaire. We’ll have our tour briefing over a coffee or two while we sail, then disembark for a coast-to-coast ride to Galway, where our city centre hotel is perfectly situated to explore the many lively bars and restaurants this vibrant town has to offer. Whether it’s live music you’re looking for, fine dining or just a plate of traditional Irish Stew, you’ll find the very best here in Galway. Approx 144 Miles.
Day 2 Leaving Galway and heading south towards Killarney, we’ll be following the scenic coastal route to Kilrush, where we catch the ferry across the Shannon to Tarbert, through Tralee and on to our home for the next two nights, Killarney. Approx 145 miles.
Day 3 Free day to enjoy the Bike Fest. There’ll be lots to do here, bands demo rides, custom bike show, trade stands – or just chill out with a Guinness or two, and soak up the atmosphere.
Or, if you prefer, why not join us for a ride out around the beautiful Ring of Kerry? Or ride the spectacular Dingle Peninsular? Maybe you’d be blessed with the ‘gift of the gab’ if you kissed the Blarney Stone! All are within comfortable riding distances of Killarney, a lovely town worth exploring in it’s own right. Mileage variable.
Day 4 On the road again today and heading back towards the east coast, passing through Marlow, Kilkenny and Carlow, to our overnight stay in a traditional family run hotel in the heart of the Wicklow Mountains National Park. Meet the locals in the typically Irish Pub, and hear their craic about the Leprechauns, which can sometimes be seen after closing time! Approx 195 miles.
Day 5 After breakfast, we’ll have a leisurely ride down through the mountains back to Dun Laoghaire, for the ferry homeward. Once back in Holyhead, we’ll say our goodbyes and wish you a safe journey home. We hope you have enjoyed your Irish Tour with us, and look forward to riding with you again. Approx 27 miles.
Prices to be confirmed.
Includes:
4 nights bed & breakfast. 2 evening meals. All ferry fares. Tour guide.