Burren, Aran Islands & Connemara

Overview

Hike a spectacular range of Irish landscapes on scenic routes that crisscross the rugged west coast. This pretty stretch of Ireland encompasses the Burren, with its stark limestone landscape, Connemara with its seaside coves and shimmering black lakes, and the wilderness of the Aran Islands.

One of the standout attractions of the Burren is the Cliffs of Moher. Plunging straight into the Atlantic, they will take your breath away as you walk along the cliff tops in search of the incredible flora that can be found here. Literally translated “Inlets of the Sea,’ the Connemara showcases its beauty with its dramatic coastline weaved with coves and bays that roll back to an interior of bogs, lakes, and valleys.

The Aran Islands bring their own charm with ancient stone forts, some of the oldest archaeological sites in Ireland, natural rocks pools, and seal colonies.

The hiking will be challenging but equally as rewarding, with new discoveries around every corner. With so much to see, there is the option to extend your tour by adding extra must-see places to your itinerary.

We offer a shorter 5-day hike, exclusively to the Burren region, and a longer 8-day hike that includes the three feature regions: the Burren, Connemara, and Aran Islands. Do you want a guided tour? We have that as well!

Highlights

The limestone landscape of the Burren
Cliffs of Moher
Black Head Mountain
Connemara National Park
The fishing village of Roundstone
Killary Fjord
Ancient cliff-top fortresses

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Itinerary

5-day self-guided, difficult

Day 1: Arrive in Doolin
Day 2: Hike Cliffs of Moher, 7.8 mi (12.5 km)
Day 3: Hike Ballinalacken Castle to Ballyvaughan, 11.8 mi (19 km)
Day 4: Ballyvaughan, Green Road Hike, 11.8 mi (19 km)
Day 5: Ballyvaughan, departure day

Day 1: Arrive in Doolin
On arrival in Doolin, your hostess will give you your full detailed information pack. She will also be able to recommend some of the excellent local restaurants and suggest some of the pubs where you will find great traditional Irish music. Access for this holiday is by a taxi or bus connection from Galway or Shannon Airports to Doolin. This service is available all year round.

Accommodation: Seascape B & B, Doolin

Day 2: Hags Head to Doolin/Cliffs of Moher, 7.8 mi (12.5 km)
You will walk directly from your guesthouse to the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre. From here you follow the “Burren Way” along the cliff tops to Hags Head and return by the same route, but enjoying a completely different panorama. Once back at the visitor’s center, you will then be transferred back to your accommodations.

Accommodation: Seascape B & B, Doolin
Walk details:

Height gain: 951m
Height loss 902m
Max elevation: 179m
Terrain: Some road walking, muddy and rocky grass tracks, can be wet underfoot. Boots essential. Walking close to the exposed cliff edge.

Day 3: Doolin - Ballinalacken Castle - Ballyvaughan, 11.8 mi (19 km)
You will be driven a short distance from your guesthouse to the start of your walk at Ballinalacken Castle. From here you follow the “Burren Way” along old green roads into the heart of the Burren, with wonderful limestone pavements and walls all around you. There are fantastic views over Galway Bay and the Aran Islands as you continue on, passing Fermoyle Chapel, to Lismacsheedy. Old ring forts can be found along the way as you continue on past the impressive Newtown Castle and finish in Ballyvaughan.

Accommodation: Meadowfield B & B, Ballyvaughan
Walk details:

Height gain: 378m
Height loss: 476m
Max height: 297m
Terrain: Some road walking, muddy and rocky grass tracks, can be wet underfoot. Boots essential.

Day 4: Ballyvaughan, Green Road Hike, 11.8 mi (19 km)
You will start your walk at “Green Road” near Feenagh, just a short transfer distance from your accommodation. From here you follow the old green road into the heart of the 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, over Gleninagh Mountain, continuing on to reach the Burren's only beach, at Fanore, you then follow the beautiful Caher Valley to complete your circuit, passing old ring forts on the way. Collection and return back to your accommodation.

Accommodation: Meadowfield B & B, Ballyvaughan
Walk details:

Height gain: 378m
Height loss: 476m
Max height: 297
Terrain: Some road walking, muddy and rocky grass tracks, can be wet underfoot. Boots essential.

Day 5: Ballyvaughan, departure day
After breakfast, depart for your onward journey, either to the airport or further holiday. Private transfers can be arranged if preferable and on request.

Optional extra days:

Day 2: Inis Oir Hike, 7.5 mi (12 km)
From the pier in Doolin, you will take the Ferry to Inis Oir, the smallest of the Aran Islands, but an Island with lovely walks and people; where history, culture, and Celtic remains are all around. Following your hike, you will return to Doolin.

Overnight: Doolin
Walk Details. A flat walk around the Western side of the Island in the morning and another two hours walk on the Eastern side of the Island in the afternoon. Boots optional.

Day 3: Inis Mor Hike, 9.6 mi (15.5 km)
A good day's walking today on the largest of the Aran Islands, Inis Mor, you will have the opportunity to walk to the world-famous clifftop stone fort of Dun Aonghasa. The stone chevaux- de-frise of this fort are still visible and the whole experience has been described ... “as the most magnificent barbaric monument in Europe”. Gaelic is still spoken as the everyday language of this island people.

Overnight: Doolin
Walk Details:

Height gain: 207m
Height loss: 207m
Max height: 95m
Terrain: Small road walking and paths. Open cliff top. Boots optional.

8-day self-guided, difficult

Day 1: Arrive in Lahinch
Day 2: Hags Head to Doolin - Cliffs of Moher, 7.8 mi (12.5 km)
Day 3: Hike Black Head to Doolin, 12 mi (19.5 km)
Day 4: Dun Ducathair - Inis Mor Hike, 5 mi (8 km)
Day 5: Inis Mor Hike, 9.6 mi (15.5 km)
Day 6: Hike Lough Inagh to Leenane, 9.3 mi (15 km)
Day 7: Hike Killary Harbour, 9.3 mi (15 km)
Day 8: Departing Leenane

Day 1: Arrive in Lahinch
On arrival at your accommodation, your hosts will give you your detailed information pack. They will also be able to recommend some of the excellent local restaurants and suggest some of the pubs where you will find great traditional Irish music. Access for this holiday is by a taxi or bus connection from Galway or Shannon Airports to Lahinch. This service is available all year round.

Accommodation: Lahinch Coast Hotel

Day 2: Hags Head to Doolin - Cliffs of Moher, 7.8 mi (12.5 km)
For today’s walk, you will be driven a short distance from your B&B to the start of your walk along the top of the majestic Cliffs of Moher. From the southern end – known as “Hags Head” you will walk along these amazing cliffs to reach the Cliffs of Moher Centre. From the center, you will continue along the clifftop to the town of Doolin.

Accommodation: Seascape B & B, Doolin
Walk Details:

Height gain: 951m
Height loss: 902m
Max height: 179m
Terrain: Some road walking, muddy and rocky grass tracks, can be wet underfoot. Boots essential. Walking close to the exposed cliff edge.

Day 3: Hike Black Head to Doolin, 12 mi (19.5 km)
You begin your walk at Feenagh, following a transfer, ron the Black Head Loop. From here you follow the “Burren Way” along old green roads into the heart of the Burren, with wonderful limestone pavements and walls all around you. There are fantastic views of the Aran Islands as you continue on, passing along the foot of Slieve Elva as you make your way back to Doolin.

Accommodation: Seascape B & B, Doolin
Walk Details:

Height gain: 286m
Height loss: 393m
Max height: 297m
Terrain: Some road walking, muddy and rocky grass tracks, can be wet underfoot. Boots essential.

Day 4: Dun Ducathair - Inis Mor Hike, 5 mi (8 km)
An 8 km circuit takes you to a wonderful Promontory Fort known as Dún Dúchathair or The Black Fort and then follows southeast to bring you back into the townl of Kilronan.

Accommodation: Dormer House, Inis Mor
Walk Details:

Height gain: 145m
Height loss: 141m
Max height: 49m
Terrain: Paved roads, gravel tracks with rocky and uneven sections, limestone slabs that can be wobbly underfoot.

Day 5: Inis Mor Hike, 9.6 mi (15.5 km)
A good day of walking today on the largest of the Aran Islands, Inis Mor. From your accommodation, you will have the opportunity to walk to the world-famous clifftop stone fort of Dun Aonghasa. The stone chevaux-de-frise of this fort is still visible and the whole experience has been described … “as the most magnificent barbaric monument in Europe”. Gaelic is still spoken as the everyday language of this island people. Return to your accommodation for overnight.

Accommodation: Dormer House, Inis Mor
Walk Details:

Height gain: 207m
Height loss: 207m
Max height: 95m
Terrain: Small road walking and paths. Open cliff top. Boots optional.

Day 6: Hike Lough Inagh to Leenane, 9.3 mi (15 km)
Starting from Lough Inagh and, continuing on the Western Way, walk along the foot of the Maamturk Mountains through Letterbreckaun to Tullyconor to the shores of the spectacular Killary Harbour to finish in the little village of Leenane.

Accommodation: Leenane Hotel, Leenane
Walk Details:

Height gain: 210m
Height loss: 271m
Max height: 128m
Terrain: Grass tracks – rocky and muddy in places. Can be wet underfoot – boots essential. Some road/track walking.

Day 7: Hike Killary Harbour, 9.3 mi (15 km)
This is a glorious walk taking you along a quiet road to reach the western tip of Killary Harbour – Ireland’s only fjord. The road finishes at Rossroe Pier overlooking Killary Harbour and also where there is a lot of storage for fish farming people. You will then be following along an old “Famine Road” once used by people who lived and worked along the shores of the fjord. Continuing along this old track leads you onto another quiet road before you re-join the Western Way and follow this northwest to the village of Leenane.

Accommodation: Leenane Hotel, Leenane
Walk Details:

Height gain: 396m
Height loss: 447m
Max height: 124m
Terrain: Grass tracks – rocky and muddy in places. Can be wet underfoot – boots essential. Some road walking.

Day 8: Departing Leenane
From Leenane, if you are returning to Galway City for your onward journey, a taxi is required to take you to Maam Cross to join the main Galway-Clifden bus route. This taxi transfer has been included in your booking as standard. At Galway Bus/Rail Station – you can then access all airports, ferry ports or main cities by the excellent train/bus services offered. A private bus service also serves Shannon and Dublin Airports/Dublin City direct from outside the tourist office.

Optional extra days:

Day 4: Inis Oir Hike, 7.5 mi (12 km)
From the pier in Doolin, you will take the Ferry to Inis Oir, the smallest of the Aran Islands, but an Island with lovely walks and people; where history, culture, and Celtic remains are all around. Following your hike, you will return to overnight in Doolin.

Accommodation: Seascape B & B, Doolin
Walk Details: A flat walk around the western side of the island in the morning and another two hours walk in the eastern side of the island in the afternoon. Boots optional.

Day 7: Croagh Patrick Hike, up to 5.6 mi (9 km)
Today is your day for experiencing a pilgrimage as you hike the iconic mass of Croagh Patrick. Starting on the main Pilgrim route at Murrisk, you hike up the northern side of Croagh Patrick to approx. 400m at the shoulder of the mountain. From here, you will follow the ancient “Tochar Phadraig” part of the old pilgrim route from the monastic settlement at Aghagower east. Hiking around the southern foothills you will complete a circuit and return to Murrisk, finishing at the visitor’s center at the base of Croagh Patrick. There, you can enjoy some well-earned refreshments and read some of the history of the mountain if you wish.

Accommodation: Wyatt Hotel or Clew Bay Hotel
Walk Details:

Height gain: 470m
Height loss: 475m
Terrain: Gravel tracks, loose scree, rocky and uneven conditions underfoot, muddy trails.

8-day guided, moderate

Day 1: Arrive in Connemara
Day 2: Errisbeg Mountain Hike, 6.5 mi (10.4km)
Day 3: Killary Fjord Hike, 3.9 mi (6.2km)
Day 4: Dun Ducathair Hike, 3.9 mi (6.2km)
Day 5: Dun Aonghasa Hike, 10.7 mi (17.2 km)
Day 6: Abbey Hill Hike, 4.1 mi (6.6 km)
Day 7: Cliffs of Moher Hike, 7.7 mi (12.4 km)
Day 8: Depart Doolin

Day 1: Arrive to Connemara
Your holiday begins in the cultural city of Galway - a city that thrives both on a fascinating and historical past and proudly traditional Irish present. Your guide will meet you at 16.00 hours in the center of Galway, and then a courtesy transfer by minivan takes you to the southern shores of Connemara Roundstone. From here, your guide will introduce you to your group and brief you on the upcoming days. You will then walk to a nearby restaurant for your first dinner together and return later to your accommodation. You can also make your own way to Connemara if you wish, where your guide will meet you at your accommodation at approx. 17h30.

Accommodation: Island View B & B, Roundstone
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Errisbeg Mountain Hike, 6.5 mi (10.4km)
Your first hike is a wonderful introduction to the beauty of Connemara and the contrasts of bogland and beach, which make this part of Ireland so enthralling. A wonderful track gradually becomes a little “sheep trail” as you follow a beautiful walk to Errisbeg mountain. With glorious views across Roundstone Bog to the Twelve Bens and the Maamturks, a vista unfolds to the stunning landscape for which Connemara is so famous and so popular with nature lovers. To your west, you overlook the coast and the wild Atlantic way off to the horizon, while to your east, you overlook bogland and mountains. Descend from here and follow the coastline back to your accommodation. Today is a super opportunity for a swim in the clear and refreshing waters of the west of Ireland and your guide will ensure you have time to do so if you wish.

Accommodation: Island View B & B, Roundstone
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Walk details:
Height gain: 332m
Height loss: 324m
Max height: 281m
Terrain: Paved roads disappear to grassy tracks and then open hillsides with rocky and uneven sections, some boggy and wet underfoot conditions with some steep climbs up and down. Paved footpaths and beach towards the end. Opportunity to swim.

Day 3: Leenane Hill, 6 mi. (9.50km)
Today you will drive north to reach the stunning Killary Harbour. This is Ireland’s only fjord with a wealth of history and amazing scenery. Leenane village is nestled at the Eastern shores of the fjord and this is where you will begin your hike today. Taking you to a ridgeline above the village which offers vistas across the fjord and over the iconic Connemara Landscape. Find out why this region of Ireland is a favorite with hikers from across the globe.

Accommodation: Island View B & B, Roundstone
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Walk details:

Height gain: 184m
Height loss: 183m
Max height: 606m
Terrain: Paved roads, gravel tracks, and open hillsides with uneven, rocky, and boggy sections underfoot.

Day 4: Dun Ducathair Hike, 3.9 mi (6.2km)
Taking a small ferry from Galway, a one-hour crossing brings you to the largest of the Aran Islands, Inis Mor. On reaching the island, you drop off your luggage at your accommodation and continue on your wonderful hike around the southeastern region of the island. Learning some of the rich histories of these islands, you will also have time to visit an old fortress before returning to your accommodation for your dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Dormer House, Inis Mor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Walk details:

Height gain: 97m
Height loss: 183m
Max height: 49m
Terrain: Paved roads, gravel tracks with rocky and uneven sections, limestone slabs which can be unsteady underfoot

Day 5: Dun Aonghasa Hike, 10.7 mi (17.2 km)
Following a lovely old trail, you trek across the limestone pavements to reach the fascinating “Poll na bPeist” or Serpents Lair. This amazing natural tidal rock pool is a wonderful location to learn more about this ancient landscape. When you reach the impressive stone fortress of Dun Aonghasa, your breath will be taken away with the wonderful views from here. From Dun Aonghasa fortress, along the northern shores of the island, you reach a seal sanctuary. With time to enjoy this coastline, and visit some of the older churches on the island, you then return to your accommodation to enjoy an evening at your own leisure.

Accommodation: Dormer House, Inis Mor
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Walk details:

Height gain: 239m
Height loss: 235m
Max height: 95m
Terrain: Paved roads, gravel tracks with rocky and uneven sections, limestone slabs that can be wobbly underfoot. Exposed cliff edges with no protection.

Day 6: Cliffs of Moher Hike, 7.7 mi (12.4 km)
Departing from your accommodation you will hike south to reach the foothills of the Cliffs of Moher. Climbing gradually, you can see the lower levels and layering of rock formations that continue to climb to their 300m wall of beauty. Reaching the visitor’s center, you may wish to learn more about the formation of the cliffs, or just enjoy some light refreshments there. Following south from the visitor’s center you reach the southern point of the cliffs at Hags Head. This is the place that originally gave the cliffs their name and from here, you have wonderful views south over Lahinch, the Shannon Estuary, and Kerry in the distance. Transferring by public bus back to Doolin, those that wish will have time for a well-earned “pint” to celebrate your week of walking.

Accommodation: Doolin Lodge, Doolin
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Walk details:

Height gain: 951m
Height loss: 902m
Max height: 260m
Terrain: Paved roads, gravel tracks, and grassy, muddy trails. Exposed cliff edges throughout the walk.

Day 7: Black Head Loop, 7.5 mi. (12 km)
You will transfer to the start of your walk at a “Green Road” just south of Ballyvaughan village. From here you follow this 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 back to Doolin for your overnight

Accommodation: Doolin Lodge, Doolin
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Walk details:

Height gain: 240m
Height loss: 239m
Max gain: 179m
Terrain: Paved roads and gravel tracks, open hillside with rocky and uneven limestone slabs to traverse.

Day 8: Depart Doolin
After your final and substantial Irish breakfast, you will be transferred to the bus and train station in Galway. From here, you can then avail of the excellent bus/train service to all major airports, cities, and ferry ports in Ireland. Your estimated arrival time to Galway is approx. 10:30 am.

Meals: Breakfast

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Accommodation

You will be staying in guesthouses, B&Bs, and small hotels. Some of these establishments are actually homes that have been converted into guesthouses, some are purpose-built, while others are adapted for tourism. Below in the day to day details, you will find the preferred accommodation listed. Please note that all hotel bookings are based on availability. If the preferred accommodation is not possible, a suitable alternative of equal standard will be booked. Most of these local establishments do not have elevators, therefore it is important that you are able to carry your luggage up steep stairways. You will also not find services that the chain hotels offer such as laundry services. You will find a really warm and very personal welcome, great food, and broad knowledge of the region, along with terrific suggestions, if required, for extra activities or advice on local walks, etc.

Inclusions

What’s Included

Self-guided

Welcome meeting
Accommodation for 4 or 7 nights in handpicked bed & breakfast establishments
Full Irish Breakfast each morning
3 or 6 days walking
Luggage transfer (see additional notes under Extra Info tab in the Remarks section)
Transfers as per itinerary
Digital route notes with detailed route notes & maps of the area
Complimentary access to a GPS enabled app featuring easy to follow routes along with points of interest along each route
24 hrs emergency/information contact number if required
Follow up calls during your tour
Airport transfers arranged/booked if required

Guided

Accommodation for 7 nights in handpicked bed & breakfast establishments
Full Irish Breakfast each morning
Picnic lunches
Three dinners
6 days walking
Luggage transfer (see additional notes under Travel Details tab in the Remarks section)
Transfers to/from each day’s walking
Digital route notes with detailed route notes & maps of the area
Complimentary access to a GPS-enabled app featuring easy-to-follow routes along with points of interest along each route.
24 hrs emergency/information contact number if required
Transportation (as per itinerary)

What’s Not Included

Meals not indicated as included
Walking guide on self-guided
Support vehicle on self-guided or guided
Individual arrival & departure from first & last hotel
Gratuities

Dates & Pricing

Dates

2023

Self-guided

Daily departures are possible. The best months to experience this tour are April through October.

Guided

Coming soon

Please Note

Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
Information to read before you book
We recommend purchasing trip insurance
† Currency exchange rate set 90 days before travel
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Pricing

2023 prices coming soon!

Extra Options

Extra nights on request

Extra Info

Skill Level — Moderate–Difficult

This hiking tour in Ireland is rated moderate to difficult, depending on which option you choose. You will need to have a good level of fitness and previous hiking experience. In the day to day section, you will find each day’s distance and meters of climbing as well as the terrain to expect. Participants need to be able to walk from 6 to 20 km (4-12 miles) a day across varied terrain, some open mountain tops without tracks, some bog, beach, prepared trails, and asphalt. The maximum height you will have to ascend is approx. 902 meters with some ascents and descents that can be demanding, again depending on which option you choose.

Airport Info

Fly into Shannon International Airport (SNN) or Dublin International Airport (DUB). Shannon is the closest airport but Dublin will have more route options.

Local Travel

Dublin, Shannon, & Galway Airports are serviced by taxi & bus connections.
The 5-day tour starts in Doolin & finishes in Ballyvaughan, the 8-day self-guided tour starts in Galway & ends in Doolin, & the 8-day guided tour starts in Lahinch & ends in Leenane.
Approximate times/distances:

Dublin Airport to Lahinch/Doolin/Ballyvaughan: 4-5 hours (270 km)
Shannon Airport to Lahinch/Doolin/Ballyvaughan: 2 hours (65 km)
Galway to Dublin Airport: 3 hours (220 km)
Galway to Shannon Airport: 90 minutes (100 km)
Leenane to Galway: 90 minutes (80 km)

Climate

Ireland is called the Emerald Isle for good reason. Those rolling, green hills and lush landscapes are possible because of the abundant rainfall! The county of Clare and Galway’s climate is classified as warm and temperate. Please check local conditions before your arrival and don’t forget your raingear. Below you will find the Monthly Weather Averages for the area.

Walking Sticks / Hiking Poles which provide stability when making your way over uneven or rough ground, and give great comfort in wet conditions
Rucksack or Daypack with padded shoulder straps (adjustable) and adjustable hip straps for even weight distribution and 2 or 3 separate pockets or compartments. Should be large enough to carry your daily requirements – but not so big you are tempted to carry too much!
Ankle-high hiking boots already broken in are essential to avoid wet uncomfortable feet, and the ankle support also offers invaluable protection on uneven ground. Leather boots perform best in Ireland, as they can be waxed regularly if necessary to maintain waterproof qualities. Many clients find that fabric boots do not offer sufficient support or water-proofing in bad conditions.
Rain gear that is breathable. We recommend jackets with a good hood and good neck collar and a zip with cover over it to limit heat leakage. Pockets should be large enough to hold bits and pieces without straining or bulging. An inside pocket that is large enough to hold a map is also a great advantage. Waist-high trousers should have a zip on the side of the leg to make it easier to get them on quickly over walking boots.

Remarks

You are allotted a maximum of 2 bags/ suitcases per person – keeping the combined weight for one person to 15 kgs max. Please remember that bed & breakfast houses do not have elevators, therefore, you must be able to carry your own suitcase up narrow and steep staircases. Excessive luggage will incur supplementary charges for additional transfers. You will be provided luggage tags upon your arrival. Kindly fix these to your baggage for easy identification for drivers and hotel staff.

Important to know

More information on types of tours

Self-guided

On this type of tour, you will discover Ireland at your own pace and in your own way as you walk or hike the hills, enjoying fabulous views, great walking, and super accommodations. Your luggage will be transferred each day and you will be provided detailed notes and maps to ensure you get safely from place to place each day. With the added security of 24-hour telephone support, your self-guided walking or hiking holiday will be a wonderfully relaxing experience as you discover Ireland in the way it should be discovered – up close and personal.

Guided

The Irish are storytellers, and when you choose the guided option, you are not looking for someone just to lead the way, but to also hear stories about cultures of old and the landscape you visit. Your guide will help you discover the most epic hikes each day but also the liveliest pubs for a pint with the locals, the sensational restaurant for the meal of your life, or the jaw-dropping viewing point to enjoy your lunch while hiking each day. Hiking with a guide is about the freedom to enjoy the places you visit safe in the knowledge that every detail is taken care of so you can unwind and relax.

Documents

Before you travel, please check the passport and visa requirements of the country/countries you plan to visit. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have proper identification. For US citizens, the U.S. Passports & International Travel website is a good source of information. The Country Information tab provides details about passport validity, blank passport pages required, etc. It is important to research before you travel as airlines will not permit boarding if you do not have the required valid documents.

*Important note: Please check on the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) status as once implemented, this will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.

GPS Hiking & Going Green

Did you know you can now carry all the information you need for your hiking tour on your phone? In 2022, this hike not only includes an amazing GPS app but also an all-inclusive package to hold all your holiday information!

The app will guide you from door to door, highlighting real-time points of interest along the way and advising where best to eat, and drink each evening. It will also include your itinerary documents – giving you access to your itinerary confirmation and digital route notes – as well as “Important Information” which has detailed documents on the region you are visiting, point of interest documents, instructions on using the app, your route notes and more. This digital format allows our partner to offer this tour at a discounted price.

You will receive this via a link before your tour and if you do best with printed instructions, can print anything you would like before you travel.

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Photos

Cliffs of Moher in County Clare, Ireland. Flickr:David Lee

The Irish love their fish & chips. Flickr:Anna Fox

Leaving Galway south for County Clare in Ireland. Flickr:daspunkt

Beautiful Connemara, Ireland. Flickr:Randihausken

Hiking in Connemara, Ireland. Flickr:Stephane Moussie

Kylemore Abbey in Connemara, Co Galway, Ireland. Flickr:Vincent Moschetti

Irish stew and Guinness in Ireland to fuel the hiking. Flickr:daspunkt

Soup with soda bread, traditional Irish lunch. Flickr:daspunkt

Aran Islands in Ireland. Flickr:devon martin

Pony in Connemara, Ireland. Photo via TO

Kylemore Abbey in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland. Flickr:Kate, get the picture

Doonagor Castle in Doolin, Co Clare, Ireland. Flickr:Sean Oriordan

Coastal village of Doolin in Clare County, Ireland. Flickr:neal adams

Doolin in Co Clare, Ireland. Flickr:Alex Ranaldi

Connemara, Ireland. Flickr:Eric Verleene

Traditional Irish fish & chips with a Guinness. Flickr:Laura LaRose

Overlooking Connemara, Co. Galway, Ireland. Flickr:zenithe

Landscape of Connemara, Ireland. Flickr:Eric Verleene

Afternoon tea in Ireland, of course! Flickr:LWYang

Aran Island in Co. Galway, Ireland. Flickr:sebasofariu

Kylemore Abbey in Connemara, Co Galway, Ireland. Flickr:Jule berlin

Biking past sheep in Connemara, Ireland. Flickr:Leo Daly

Cliffs of Moher of the Burren region in Co Clare, Ireland. Flickr:Giuseppe Milo

Lough Inagh in County Galway, Ireland. Flickr:IrishFireside

The largest of the Aran Islands is Inishmore (or Inis Mór). Flickr:David Goehring

Lahinch in Co. Clare, Ireland. Flickr:Mark Waters

Visitor's Center at the Cliffs of Moher in Co Clare, Ireland. Creative Commons:Ingo Mehling

Leenane (Leenaun) on southern edge of Killary Harbour, Connemara, Co. Galway. Flickr:Bert Kaufmann

Sunset at the Burren Dolmen, Ireland. Flickr:Adrian Brady

Seaside resort of Lahinch on Liscannor Bay in County Clare, Ireland. Flickr:froshea

Lahinch is a popular seaside resort and surfing haven. Flickr:Mark Waters

Leenane (aka Leenaun) on the shore of Killary Harbour in Connemara, Ireland. Flickr:Bert Kaufmann

Hiking Killary Fjord, one of only three in Ireland. Photo via TO

Ireland's famous Shepherd's Pie! Flickr:lwyang

Killary Fjord, one of only 3 in Ireland. Flickr:Tanya Hart

Plenty of ruins on Inis Mór (aka Inishmore) to explore. Flickr:David Goehring

Plenty of churches in in Co Clare, Ireland. Flickr:Kate, get the picture

Walking through the Burren region of Ireland. Photo via TO

Fish & Chips in Ireland. Flickr:David Hernandez

Hiking Killary Harbour in Connemara. Photo via TO

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Burren, Aran Islands & Connemara

Ireland Hiking + Walking Tours

A scenic hike around the west coast of Ireland