7-Day Guided Burren, Aran Islands & Connemara Hike

Guided

Expert Guide on tour offering guidance and local knowledge.

Grading

Moderate

Duration

6 nights stay, 5 days hiking

Price

From

€2200

Per Person

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Our Burren Aran islands Connemara Hike offers three fascinating regions in one amazing holiday. The Burren is almost “lunar” in appearance as limestone pavements cover the landscape, hiding an array of flowers that are not found anywhere else in Ireland. The Aran Islands are a cultural joy, keeping so many Irish traditions alive, including the language, music & song. Add to that an incredible number of ancient monuments, some of which you will see as you hike around the largest of these islands. Connemara is mountainous, a wilderness with bogland and lakes everywhere you turn with a beauty that inspires as you hike this land. This is a superb holiday with such an array of experiences you will want more time to absorb it all fully.

Single Supplement costs for 7 Day Guided Burren, Aran Islands & Connemara Hike €420.00.

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Highlights

The quaint fishing village of Roundstone with traditional fishing boats moored in the bay.

Gaze across the Wild Atlantic Ocean from atop the amazing Cliffs of Moher

Explore the impressive Connemara National Park

Immerse yourself in thousands of years of history at the ancient cliff top fortress, Dún Aonghasa

What's Included?

Ensuite room in 4* hotels with breakfast

Expert local guide

5 fantastic hikes

Evening meals & lunches as per itinerary

Transport as per itinerary

Dedicated holiday specialist to help with planning

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive to Clifden

Arrive to Clifden & meet your guide and the rest of your group, before enjoying a sumptuous evening meal together (2 overnights here).
Meals: Dinner (D)

Day 2 - Errisbeg

Your first hike takes you up a wonderful hill that overlooks the magnificent Roundstone Bog & Dogs Bay. Overlooking the western coast of Connemara, the landscape opens up before you dotted with inland lakes & islands along the coast.
Meals: Breakfast (B) & Lunch (L)
Total Distance: 10.5kms | Total Ascent: 332m | Total Descent: 324m | Max Elevations: 281m

Day 3 - Inis Mor - The Black Fort

Driving to a nearby harbour, you take a ferry to Inis Mor – the largest of the Aran Islands (1hour travel time). Upon reaching the island you will make a brief stop at your overnight accommodation before beginning your hike. Today you explore the south east of the island as you step back in history hiking to a wonderful promontory fort. Enjoy this unique "Lunar" landscape with limestone pavements under your feet. (2 overnights on Inis Mor).
Meals: B, L & D
Total Distance: 6.2kms | Total Ascent: 97m | Total Descent: 183m | Max Elevations: 49m

Day 4 - Dún Aonghasa the Ancient Ring Fort

Today you have a full day to explore all the wonders of Inis Mor and you will soon discover why the Aran Islands are so important as a bastion of Irish culture & tradition. Visit the impressive Poll na bPeist tidal pool (or Serpents Lair) before reaching one of the most impressive places in Ireland – Dún Aonghasa the ancient ring fort. With ruined churches, castles and the chance to watch the local seals basking in the sun, something you will never forget.
Meals: B & L
Total Distance: 17.2kms | Total Ascent: 239m | Total Descent: 235m | Max Elevations: 95m

Day 5 - Cliffs of Moher

Your next stop is an amazing hike along the stunning Cliffs of Moher. Starting from your Hags Head, you follow north to reach Doolin, enjoying some of the most impressive coastal scenery imaginable. Sea birds circle overhead and dive below to enthrall and add to the beauty all around.
Meals: B & L
Total Distance: 12.4kms | Total Ascent: 951m | Total Descent: 902m | Max Elevations: 179m

Day 6 - The Burren

Today you will follow the old green road into the heart of Black Head mountain, with wonderful limestone pavements and stone walls all around. There are fantastic views over Galway Bay and the Aran Islands as you continue on, around Gleninagh Mountain. Finishing your walk in Fanore, you will be transported to Lahihch for your final overnight.
Meals: B, L & D
Total Distance: 6.6kms | Total Ascent: 240m | Total Descent: 239m | Max Elevations: 229m

Day 7 - Depart from Lahinch

After breakfast, you will make your way to Galway or Limerick to depart. From either city, you can avail of the excellent bus & train service links to all major towns, cities, airports & ferry ports in Ireland.
PLEASE NOTE: Should you wish to return from Shannon Airport – there is a regular bus service from Lahinch to Ennis from where you can then link to Shannon Airport.

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