The essence
and variety of the West of Ireland is
captured on this two centre walking trip
in the Burren and Connemara. You will
be based in 3 star hotels in locations
that provide the richest variety of geology,
scenery and walking conditions that could
be desired.
The Burren is a remarkable area of more
than 100 square miles of limestone landscape,
where a rich variety of plants thrive in
the cracks and crevices. Old pilgrimage
sites and bog lands rich in flowers are
the treats of Connemara.
Transfer to Galway City on Thursday morning
where you will depart tour.
• Cliffs of Moher
• Spa town of Lisdoonvarna
• The internationally renowned karst limestone habitat of the Burren
• Connemara’s lake dotted bog land, mountains and seascape
• The vibrant city of Galway – the capital of the west of Ireland
• Irish music and dance throughout
Arrival at accommodation in Lisdoonvarna, renowned for
traditional Irish music. Dinner and briefing. Overnight
in Lisdoonvarna (3 nights).
Distance:
4 miles/6.5 km
A gentle walk by the Atlantic Coast will be
offered, to allow you to explore the countryside while
introducing yourself to Irish walking.
Distance: 13km/8miles Ascent: 275m/900ft
The Burren is a unique internationally important habitat.
You can explore it through a combination of walking on
green roads and traversing of the karst limestone pavements,
interspersed with rare arctic and alpine flowers.
Distance: 13km/8 miles
Enjoy a walk through the beautiful Maumeen Mountains on
the pilgrimage route up to St. Patrick’s Well & bed
before continuing along the Western Way to Keanes Pub.
Overnight in Connemara (2 nights).
Distance: 16km/10miles Ascent:
little or none
Walk along the shore of Killary Harbour – Ireland’s
only fjord. A ten-mile walk on the ‘Famine Trail’ through
Connemara mountain scenery – lake dotted bog land
rich in flora.
Transfer to the vibrant city of Galway – the capital
city of the west of Ireland where you will depart our tour.
Transfer to Shannon airport on City Link buses - see
www.citylink.ie for information
Transfer to Dublin airport on City Link buses - see
www.citylink.ie for information.
Note that, for weather or other reasons, on occasion the guide may have to change
the sequence of walks or the walks themselves.
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