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You
don’t have a week, just a couple of days and you want to be
on the road. This tour is especially for you. Our Connemara
Cycling Break
still captures the essence of this
beautiful region on the Western Coast of Ireland. Discover
the unique beauty of Killary Harbour, the beautiful white
beach of Glassilaun, Clifden the Capital of Connemara as
well as the many attractions along the way.
Connemara - the western wonderland of Europe, where rugged
mountains soar above wild Atlantic beaches. Here there is a
peace no longer found in the populated areas, and purity so
refreshing in contrast to the pollution of the cities. It is
also a land of great contrast from mountain to sea.
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| Duration: |
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5 days (4 nights) |
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Tour Dates 2010: |
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ANY DATE (April - Oct) |
| Level: |
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Easy cycling days with average of
40-45km a day with other options available on most days. |
| Bicycle: |
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Touring Bike
CANNONDALE HYBRID €60 extra |
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Helmets, front handlebar bag, side panniers (if required), water bottles, bicycle repair-kits and lock. |
| Accommodation: |
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Depending on the option: Hotels 3*, Approved B&B’s & Guesthouse or hostels |
| Meals: |
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All Irish breakfasts. |
| Transfers: |
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Luggage transfers |
| Miscellaneous: |
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Detailed route notes and maps. |
| Meeting Point: |
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A Killary Tours representative will meet you at your accommodation in
Leenane. |
| Departure Point: |
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You depart from your last night’s
accommodation in Leenane. |
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Price 2010 |
Hotel Option €569.00
per person sharing*
B&B Option €419.00 per person sharing
Hostel Option €369.00 per person sharing* |
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All prices are in EURO, and based on per person sharing. Per person sharing means two people in one room.
Single Room supplement is applied when people require a room for themselves as part of a booking of two or more.
*Hotel option: 3 nights in hotel and one night
in a B&B
*Hostel option: 3 nights in hostel and one night
in a B&B, breakfast not included. |
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Daily Itinerary |
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Day 1
Arrive to the wonderful
town of Leenane (there is direct bus and
train service to Westport daily and we
arrange a taxi from Westport toLeenane).
Warm welcome and chance to settle in. You
will be given your route pack and general
information to study overnight. If there is
time we will allocate bikes and equipment.
Leenane is a lovely village settled on the
side of the Killary Harbour, Ireland's only
fjord.
It is
well known for the filming of John B.
Keane’s famous play “ The Field”, directed
by Jim Sheridan and starring Richard Harris
and John Hurt. There are a couple of pubs
and restaurants in the village where you can
have a very enjoyable evening.
Day 2 Leenane to Cleggan (45km)
You leave
Leenane today to cycle to Cleggan. You
depart after a hearty breakfast to the
quaint village of Leenane. You will start to
cycle along the fjord, and through majestic
lakes and mountains. Then cycle along the
coastline and stop on the beautiful white
sandy beach of Glassilaun. You arrive on the
Renvyle Peninsula who is steeped in history
and archaeological sites & is renowned for
its pristine sandy beaches and spectacular
view of the Twelve Ben mountain range. You
continue your journey on and arrive in the
small fishing village of Cleggan. You spend
the night in Cleggan where you can enjoy
some fresh seafood and fish in one of the
pub and restaurants.
Day 3 Cleggan to Cashel (40km)
Well rested &
well fed, your target today is the Cashel
via Clifden. You will have the chance to
cycle one the most beautiful road in the
country, the Sky Road, before arriving in
Clifden for lunch. Clifden is a colourful
small town, also often labelled the capital
of Connemara. There are many restaurants
where you can choose a lovely lunch.
Continue on your journey passing lake strewn
bog lands and will be rewarded with some
breath taking views over the 12 Bens. You
spend the night in south Connemara in Cashel.
Day 4 Cashel to
leenane (40km)
After a delicious breakfast, you will set
off back to Leenane. You leave the coast and
cycle back inland via the Lough Inagh Valley
and his beautiful lakes and mountain. You
spend your last night in Leenane and choose
dinner in one of the restaurants of the
village.
Day 5
Breakfast, farewell and departure!
Please be aware that the programme given for this tour is strictly intended as a guide only and may not be fully adhered to. Climatic conditions, safety regulations and travel options may subject the programme to changes and/or modifications without due notice, at any time. In such case, Killary Tours reserves the right to make any necessary decisions.
Killary Tours, Leenane, Connemara, Co.
Galway, Ireland
Tel.
095 42276 Int 00 353 95 42276
Fax
095 42314 Int 00 353 95 42314
E-mail
tours@killary.com
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