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The
Hidden Ireland walking tour of the Burren, Aran Islands and
Connemara explores the history, archaeology and nature of the
Atlantic seaboard counties of Clare, Galway and Mayo.
Burren, Connemara & Aran Island Tour Map
7 Day Itinerary in brief
Day 1 Cliffs of Moher & The Burren, County Clare,
Ireland
Arrive and meet in Shannon. As an introduction to Ireland we tour
through the Clare landscape of the Burren and Cliffs of Moher.
Day 2 - 3 Inis Mor Island, County Clare, Ireland
Around Galway Bay to take a short flight to Inis mor,
the largest of the Aran Islands. These remote islands lie at the
mouth of Galway
Bay and have a unique landscape of bare limestone, thousands of
miles of stone walls and tiny cultivated fields. An afternoon walk
before settling in to the islands best guesthouse. Then it’s
a full day to explore the remarkable depth of both human and natural
history on this unique, stone-faced island.
Through thousands of
years of habitation here, the interaction between islanders and
their environment is one of the most dramatic anywhere in the world.
We follow tiny pathways through a labyrinth of dry stone walls
and walk along the great sea-cliffs to the ruin of the ancient
fort, Dun Aengus.
Day 4 – 5 Connemara
Return to the mainland and head north through the blanket bogs
and lakes of north Connemara into the mountainous area of the Twelve
Bens. We take a good walk in the hills and hear stories of the
rich heritage and history of this land as we stroll through fields
with a renowned local expert. We spend the afternoon on Omey Island
with a great walk along the strand.
Day 6 – 7 Clare Island and Croagh Patrick
Heading north into the wilds of County Mayo through glens steeped
in history and folklore for an afternoon hike on offshore Clare
Island. The archaeology and natural history here is outstanding
and we explore it with a walk following the great sea cliffs which
dominate the north western shore. A day to study the extraordinary
heritage and ritual associated with Ireland's most holy mountain,
Croagh Patrick. There is an opportunity to make the pilgrimage
to the summit, or other gentler walking options.
Day 8 - Departure
Transfer to Shannon for your flight home.
Note:
This tour is also available to suit car-touring.
Cost
The price varies depending on the size of your group and your choice
of accommodation. Please contact Binky for the details.
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