Ireland Bike Tour

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Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at Killarney Train Station at 11:00 AM on the first day of the trip. After a 20-minute shuttle, you’ll arrive at our stunning 5-star hotel, where you'll enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch. You'll then have some time to explore the magnificent grounds before your Trek Travel guides familiarize you with your Trek bicycle, ensuring that you and your bike are the perfect fit. Your warm-up ride will take you through the surrounding count... Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at Killarney Train Station at 11:00 AM on the first day of the trip. After a 20-minute shuttle, you’ll arrive at our stunning 5-star hotel, where you'll enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch. You'll then have some time to explore the magnificent grounds before your Trek Travel guides familiarize you with your Trek bicycle, ensuring that you and your bike are the perfect fit. Your warm-up ride will take you through the surrounding countryside, providing a small taste of the delights that are in store for the week, and concludes back at the Dunloe Hotel and Gardens, a chic estate resplendent with well-tended grounds. This evening, you’ll gather at the hotel with the rest of the group for cocktails, introductions, and a discussion of the wonderful week ahead. Read More

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This morning you'll explore the famous Ring of Kerry, along the most beautiful parts of the Iveragh Peninsula. We'll shuttle approximately 30 minutes to the ideal starting point in order to make the most of the day's spectacular scenery; or, if you're feeling up for it, you can choose to ride straight from the hotel! Today’s ride will take you along the northern coast of the peninsula, to a medieval stone fort with impressive views of the surrounding countryside. ... This morning you'll explore the famous Ring of Kerry, along the most beautiful parts of the Iveragh Peninsula. We'll shuttle approximately 30 minutes to the ideal starting point in order to make the most of the day's spectacular scenery; or, if you're feeling up for it, you can choose to ride straight from the hotel! Today’s ride will take you along the northern coast of the peninsula, to a medieval stone fort with impressive views of the surrounding countryside. You’ll stop in the fishing village of Cahersiveen for a relaxing lunch of your choice, whether it's pub-style or at a cozy cafe. After lunch the ride back takes you through the Glencar Valley, a popular forested birding site in the shadow of the Macglillycuddy Reeks, Ireland’s tallest mountain range. At day’s end, you'll retire to your stately country hotel and enjoy a pre-dinner stroll through the grounds or a pint in the vaulted library. This evening, you’ll savor local specialties at a vibrant restaurant in Killarney. Read More

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You head south this morning, following the winding road that leads to the Gap of Dunloe, the most famous and picturesque pass in the Ring of Kerry. Be sure to capture the panorama of Macgillycuddy’s Reeks before enjoying a well-earned descent, passing the Killarney National Park on your left. Before stopping for lunch at a local Kerry favorite, master one final climb up through the Black Valley and up Moll’s Gap. After lunch, enjoy a long, rolling descent into K... You head south this morning, following the winding road that leads to the Gap of Dunloe, the most famous and picturesque pass in the Ring of Kerry. Be sure to capture the panorama of Macgillycuddy’s Reeks before enjoying a well-earned descent, passing the Killarney National Park on your left. Before stopping for lunch at a local Kerry favorite, master one final climb up through the Black Valley and up Moll’s Gap. After lunch, enjoy a long, rolling descent into Kenmare, or choose to loop out and around to the coast and over Blackwater Bridge. Cradled in the heart of Kenmare Bay, the bustling town of Kenmare will be your home for the next three nights. Our day culminates with a pint at a pub and you may get a few special stories from our guide in exchange for a few pints of Guinness. Afterward, you are free to explore Kenmare for dinner. Your guides can provide recommendations for excellent dining in this delightful town. Read More

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This morning’s ride will take you through the vast countryside along the Beara Peninsula. You’ll follow winding roads alongside weathered stone walls, past quiet bays and stellar views of the dramatic coastline. Climb the Healy Pass where the high country will lead you to rocky peaks and gorgeous lakes, offering spectacular views of the Bantry Bay. For a shorter ride, follow the rolling country roads back to Kenmare for a delightful bistro lunch. Meanwhile, Toda... This morning’s ride will take you through the vast countryside along the Beara Peninsula. You’ll follow winding roads alongside weathered stone walls, past quiet bays and stellar views of the dramatic coastline. Climb the Healy Pass where the high country will lead you to rocky peaks and gorgeous lakes, offering spectacular views of the Bantry Bay. For a shorter ride, follow the rolling country roads back to Kenmare for a delightful bistro lunch. Meanwhile, Today's ride option continues on to Castletownbere where you will pause for a lunch of your choosing: options are sure to include some of the freshest seafood you've ever tasted. Shuttle back from there, or continue on the coastal route all the way back to Kenmare. On returning to the hotel, freshen up for a relaxing evening and a satisfying meal at our hotel. Read More

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Your morning begins with a ride from your hotel through the jaw-dropping views of the Bonane Valley where you pedal up the twisting, turning roads to Caha Pass. Watch out for sheep blocking the road as you make your way to the picturesque village of Glengarriff. Enjoy a boat tour around Bantry bay where sea life and wildlife is in abundance. The boat will dock on Garnish Island, a lush, subtropical paradise renowned for its exquisitely landscaped gardens and rare pl... Your morning begins with a ride from your hotel through the jaw-dropping views of the Bonane Valley where you pedal up the twisting, turning roads to Caha Pass. Watch out for sheep blocking the road as you make your way to the picturesque village of Glengarriff. Enjoy a boat tour around Bantry bay where sea life and wildlife is in abundance. The boat will dock on Garnish Island, a lush, subtropical paradise renowned for its exquisitely landscaped gardens and rare plant species, where you will enjoy a picnic in this perfect setting and some time to explore. Avid riders can cycle back to the hotel, enjoying an optional break at Lorge Chocolatier for a taste of handmade chocolate. Those preferring the shuttle can spend the afternoon relaxing and enjoying the gorgeous grounds of the hotel. This evening, the group will dine in one of Kenmare’s best restaurants, and raise a glass to toast an incredible week of riding before enjoying a last celebratory meal together. Read More

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It's time to say goodbye to our magical vacation in the hills of Ireland. This morning is yours to explore as you wish. Go for one last early morning ride to a highland lake, stroll into town for a last-minute purchase, or perhaps linger over a relaxing Irish breakfast. You'll say farewell to your guides at 11:00 AM at Sheen Falls Lodge. You'll then board a one-hour private shuttle to the Killarney Train Station, arriving in time for afternoon departures to other ci... It's time to say goodbye to our magical vacation in the hills of Ireland. This morning is yours to explore as you wish. Go for one last early morning ride to a highland lake, stroll into town for a last-minute purchase, or perhaps linger over a relaxing Irish breakfast. You'll say farewell to your guides at 11:00 AM at Sheen Falls Lodge. You'll then board a one-hour private shuttle to the Killarney Train Station, arriving in time for afternoon departures to other cities. Please do not book train tickets for departure prior to 12:30 PM noon. If you’re flying out of Kerry Airport on this day, please do not schedule a flight prior to 4:00 PM. Read More