The Wild West & North Tour

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1 OVERLAND ireland Ardara Glengesh Pass Sligo Giant s Causeway Londonderry Belfast Westport Croagh Patrick Connemara Inis Mor (aran islands) Galway Dublin The Wild West & North Tour Your Irish Adventure begins here!

2 Your Irish Adventure begins here! How much can you pack into a 6 day tour in Ireland? A Lot!! Get the best of the West and top it off with a whirlwind tour of Northern Ireland on our Wild West and North Tour. Fall in love with bustling bohemian Galway City and dare to take a peak over the ledge at Dun Aenghus Ring Fort on the Aran Islands. Experience the spectacular views of Connemara National Park, the wilds of Donegal and the panoramic views from on top of St. Patrick s Mountain. Make unforgettable memories at The Giant s Causeway, Game of Thrones Dark Hedges and Belfast as you journey through the kingdom of Northern Ireland. Our small group tours of Ireland explores a diverse range of scenery, castles, adventure, history and culture. Go on let us give you a real Irish experience. 1,150 per person #loveoverlandireland #wildatlanticway #discoverireland #itsgreattobealive

3 Highlights Stunning Scenery and Epic Places The City of the Tribes - Galway Activities for Everyone Scenic Walking and Hiking Ireland s Historical Treasures Visit many Irish Castles Go back in time on the Aran Islands Explore Galway and the Aran Islands by Bike Discover Celtic Ring Forts Discover Connemara National Park Holy Mountain - Croagh Patrick Ireland's best Guinness in Westport Horseback-Riding over Pristine Beaches Londonderry City Walking Tour The Bushmills Distillery Tour Monastic Sites Ancient Neolithic Stone Circles Ancient Kilclooney Dolmen Balance on Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge Magical town of Ardara Tread Carefully at the Giant's Causeway Off the beaten track on the Glengesh Pass The Walled City of Londonderry The History of the Titanic Get wet on the Assaranca Waterfall The rich history of Londonderry The exuberant city life of Belfast Other Bits n Bobs Local, professional, friendly tour guides approved by the Irish Tourism board Small groups let you get off the beaten track Receive a hundred thousand welcomes everywhere you go Experience superb local Irish cuisine Get a great night s sleep in our carefully hand-picked Guest Houses Travel in our air-conditioned vehicles with Wifi on board Once your booking is confirmed, your departure is guaranteed! No single supplement charged if you don t mind sharing

4 Full Itinerary your irish adventure begins here Day 1: Thursday Galway Meet with your guide of your escorted tour of Ireland in Galway City, Ireland s Culture Capital. Galway is renowned for its pleasures. Brightly-painted pubs heave with live music, while cafés offer front-row seats for observing street performers, musicians and local characters. After a cycling tour through the streets and waterways, discovering Galway s hidden gems you are free to enjoy an evening of entertainment, great food and craic in this much celebrated city. total driving time: 1 hours 45 minutes We can also offer a fantastic food tour or stand-up paddle boarding in Galway Bay weather depending. Day 2: Friday The Aran Islands & Westport After a short drive to Rossaveal pier, we will sail across Galway Bay to the Aran Islands. Arrive on rugged Inishmore, the largest of the Aran Islands. Explore the island, meet the locals and pick up a few words in Gaelic. Cycle to the stone fort Dún Aenghus, which lies 100m over the ocean before making our way back to the mainland. Depart Rosaveal Pier for the stunning town of Westport. Take in the breathtaking views of Connemara National Park and the Lost Valley which is part of the famous Famine Trail on route to Westport. Unwind with some local craft beers and excellent food in Westport Town. Experience the craic at a traditional Irish music session in Matt Molloy s bar. total driving time: 2 hours 20 minutes

5 Day 3: Saturday Westport Donegal Wake up fresh in Westport where your guide will challenge you to climb Ireland s Holiest Mountain, Croagh Patrick. Learn about the man responsible for St. Patrick s Day and enjoy unspoiled views from the top of Clew Bay. After lunch at Cronin s Sheebeen on Westport Quay we will while away the afternoon discovering the wilds of Sligo (William Butler Yeats County) before journeying north west through the Gaelic speaking Donegal. total driving time: 3 hours Spend the night in the picturesque town of Ardara. One of the favourite towns during our small group tours of Ireland. Day 4: Sunday Londonderry We will start the day with a magnificent drive over the Glengesh Pass, visit Maghera Beach, caves and the Assaranca Waterfall before crossing the border of Northern Ireland. We will spend time exploring the stone fort of Grianán of Aileach. The views from the hilltop in Inishowen are truly magical. Our next stop on this small group tour of Ireland is Londonderry. Northern Ireland s second largest city, is steeped in rich history. Take a walking tour of the city or simply choose to have some free time to roam the streets discovering exciting shops, eateries and historical places at every corner. total driving time: 2 hours 30 minutes

6 Day 5: Monday T he Giant s Causeway Today will test your mental strength. Feel the exhilaration of the air beneath your feet and the breath-taking backdrop of the Causeway Coastal Route while crossing the Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge. Once we have your heart racing for the day, we will visit the Giant s Causeway on Antrim s coastline followed by the Bushmills Distillery Tour. total driving time: 3 hours 15 minutes Take a sneak peek at one of the most famous filming locations for Game of Thrones, The Dark Hedges. You will experience Belfast by night and spend a wonderful evening browsing this scenic city. Day 6: Tuesday Belfast After a whirlwind journey through Ireland we will finish the trip with a magical tour of Belfast. A black cab intimate city tour is the only way to see and learn about this wonderful city. After lunch, we will give you the full Titanic experience at Titanic Belfast. This splendid interactive visitor center was voted the world s leading tourist attraction in Prepare to be moved by the wonderful stories told about the world s most famous ship. Our guides will journey back with you to our bustling capital city, Dublin, armed with recommendations of things to see and do if you have a little time left. This is one of the best small group tours of Ireland. total driving time: 2 hours 30 minutes

7 What s Included 5 nights local Guest House accommodation, carefully selected by our team Hiking WiFi on board (for the Republic of Ireland part of the trip) Great breakfast Entrance fees to National Parks Bottled water on board Guided Walking Tour of Londonderry Professional, qualified Irish tour guide Cycling Tours All outdoor activities (subject to weather conditions) Transport to all locations by air-conditioned mini coach All taxes Titanic Experience Loads of ``Craic`` = fun Bushmills Distillery Tour Gratuities (optional) Horse-riding Belfast Black Cab Tour Lunch and dinner Kite-surfing Food and Drinks, unless specified