12 Day Giant Irish Adventure Tour

Jump into the Wild Atlantic Way and Northern Ireland on Ireland's best adventure experience. With a day on each end in Dublin, this is the ultimate 2 week Ireland itinerary!

• Land on Skellig Michael, a 6th century monastic island and UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Tour Northern Ireland from Belfast, along the epic Causeway Coastal Route to Derry/Londonderry.
• Experience true serenity and Irish culture at the Cliffs of Moher and Dingle.
• Challenge yourself with daily hikes to spectacular destinations.
• See the wild and natural wonders of four National Parks; Connemara, Glenveagh, Killarney and the Burren.
• Optional adventure activities like horseback-riding, biking and sea kayaking.
• 4x4 offroading, picnics, secret beaches and hidden gems on the Wild Atlantic Way.

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Fasten your seatbelt! Your Vagabond Cultural Adventure starts from Dublin and heads for Northern Ireland.

• It's Day 1, so let's hike! Slieve Gullion mountain features Ireland's highest passage tomb at the summit.
• Explore vibrant history and street art on a guided Black Cab Tour of Belfast (Tour Option - £15 per person).
• Visit the Titanic Centre, the world's largest Titanic visitor experience
• Experience one of the world’s most spectacular coastal drives: the Causeway Coastal Route.
• Your accommodation and dining for the evening is at the ​Londonderry Arms​.

The average driving time today is 4 hours.

Circuiting the northeastern corner of Ireland, we'll hug the Causeway Coastal Route, finishing in Derry/Londonderry.

• The raised beach at Ballintoy Harbour will set the hearts racing of Game of Thrones fans.
• Trek the stunning Antrim coast from Dunseverick to the Giant's Causeway World Heritage Site.
• Raise a glass of Irish whiskey at Bushmills, the oldest licensed distillery in the world (Tour Option - £10 per person).
• Travel back in time at the clifftop ruins of Dunluce Castle.
• Your accommodation is the Roe Park Resort Hotel, nestled amidst the Roe Valley Country Park.

The average driving time today is 3 hours.

Crossing from County Derry in Northern Ireland into Donegal, we'll head truly off the beaten track.

• Relive sieges and battles on a guided walking history tour of Derry/Londonderry.
• Clamber up the stone ringfort at Grianán of Aileach for amazing views.
• Watch for wild deer and golden eagles in Glenveagh National Park.
• Meet Irish craftspeople on a craft studio tour in the quaint village of Ardara.
• This evening’s accommodation is at the Abbey Hotel in Donegal town.

The average driving time today is 3 hours.

Wandering southwest, your tour will explore Donegal further and complete the day in Sligo.

• Hike towering sea cliffs at Slieve League in wild Donegal.
• Climb Knocknarea in Sligo to hear the incredible myth of Queen Maebh and see her tomb.
• Encounter inspiration for the magical poetry of W.B. Yeats at blissful Glencar Waterfall.
• Experience a magical seaweed spa and hot tub session (Tour Option - €25 per person).
• ​Overnight tonight at Waterfront House in coastal Enniscrone​.

The average driving time today is 4 hours.

Today brings incredible scenery and fascinating culture from Sligo to Connemara via Mayo.

• Lose a sin with every step along an ancient pilgrimage route on Croagh Patrick mountain.
• Learn the tragic history of the breathtakingly scenic Doolough Valley.
• Hike in Connemara National Park for phenomenal ocean and mountain views.
• Sheep shearing and sheepdog demo on a farm tour near Killary Fjord (this tour may occur later on the route, depending on time available).
• A royal feast and overnight stay at ​Abbeyglen Castle Hotel, located deep in Connemara​.

The average driving time today is 4 hours.

Journey through the heart of the Wild Atlantic Way, from Connemara to Clare via Galway.

• Guided tour of 16th century Aughnanure Castle.
• Visit Galway, the largest city in the west of Ireland.
• Marvel at ancient dolmens in the limestone wonderland of the Burren National Park.
• See the world famous Cliffs of Moher in all their glory.
• Accommodation tonight is at ​the Armada Hotel, Spanish Point.

The average driving time today is 4 hours.

Starting the day in Clare, we'll reach Kerry and the Dingle peninsula by the afternoon.

• Take a ferry across the mouth of the Shannon - the longest river in Ireland.
• Opt for surf session on one of Ireland's most gorgeous beaches (Tour Option - €35 per person).
• Enjoy a sheep farm tour (if this activity has not already happened earlier in the route).
• Hike a steep valley then refresh yourself with an ice cold pint at the historic South Pole Inn.
• Your overnight stay is at the ​Dingle Skellig​ Hotel.

The average driving time today is 3 hours 30 minutes.

Discover Dingle, one of Ireland's most exciting small towns, with plentiful activity options and down time.

• Explore Dingle Bay by sea kayak (Tour Option - €55 per person) or traditional Naomhóg rowing boat (Tour Option - €35 per person).
• Horseback-ride along a beach or up a mountain near Ventry (Tour Option - €50 per person).
• Don’t miss an traditional Irish music session in one of Dingle's lively pubs.
• Free time to experience the authentic craft studios and fantastic food scene in Dingle.
• Your accommodation is once again at the ​Dingle Skellig​ Hotel.

The average driving time today is 1 hour 30 minutes.

Move from Dingle to Portmagee across the Iveragh peninsula.

• Explore the nature and history of Killarney National Park on a guided bike tour (Tour Option - €35 per person).
• Believe your eyes at the magical yew tree growing in the centre of ruined Muckross Abbey.
• Go offroading along a white sand beach or to a panoramic viewpoint above the Ring of Kerry.
• Crystal clear views of the Milky Way in Kerry's International Dark Sky Reserve.
• Accommodation and dining tonight is in the comfort of ​The Moorings Guesthouse in Portmagee​.

The average driving time today is 3 hours 30 minutes

Amazing adventure options on islands off the Iveragh peninsula.

• Combined boat trip and hike to the ancient Irish monastic site on remote Skellig Michael island (Tour Option - €120 per person).
• Boat trip option around both Skellig Islands to experience seabirds and amazing history (Tour Option - €50 per person).
• Hike Valentia Island to Bray Head for stunning Atlantic ocean views.
• Catch authentic traditional Irish music and outstanding local food in quaint Kenmare.
• Your accommodation tonight is at ​the Coachmans Townhouse​ at the centre of Kenmare.

The average driving time today is 2 hours.

Expect rugged roads and superb scenery today as you journey from Kenmare to West Cork.

• Dance around mysterious stone circles on the wild Beara peninsula.
• Put your tour vehicle through its paces while offroading at an abandoned copper mine.
• Wind up the scenic Healy Pass, Ireland's bendiest road.
• Unearth the incredible history of ruined Dunboy Castle on a coastal hike.
• Accommodation tonight is at either the ​Gougane Barra Hotel​ or the Castle Hotel, Macroom.

The average driving time today is 3 hours 30 minutes.

Before we say goodbye back in Dublin, we'll catch some tour highlights travelling from Cork via Tipperary.

• Trace the River Lee passing through scenic Irish countryside.
• Kiss the Blarney Stone amidst the lush surroundings of Blarney Castle Gardens.
• Imagine saints and scholars on a self-guided tour of the epic Rock of Cashel.
• Lush rolling hills and patchwork farmland as we traverse Ireland's Hidden Heartlands towards Dublin.
• Farewell hugs all around for your new Vagabond travel buddies as you arrive back in Dublin between 5-6pm.

The average driving time today is 4 hours and 30 minutes.