Monday 25th May – Friday 5th June 2026
Begin your journey westward toward your first accommodation in County Galway. Along the way, we highly recommend a stop at Clonmacnoise, one of Ireland’s most important early Christian sites. Founded in the 6th century, this ancient monastic settlement is beautifully situated on the banks of the River Shannon and features iconic round towers, high crosses, and centuries-old ruins that offer a fascinating glimpse into Ireland’s spiritual past.
Upon arrival in Galway, take time to unwind—perhaps enjoy a gentle stroll into the nearby village or simply relax at your hotel.
In the evening, we suggest dining at one of the charming local restaurants for a warm welcome to the west of Ireland.
Overnight: Connemara | Foyles Hotel
Room Type: Double Room
Meals Included: None
Start your Wild Atlantic Way self drive trip off with a treat, feasting your eyes upon the breathtaking shores of one of Ireland’s only three fjords before heading to the expanses of Connemara. Once described as “a savage beauty” by author Oscar Wilde, explore the wild, windswept region.
This morning, enjoy a visit to a working sheep farm. While you watch the brilliant sheepdogs work the flock, chat to the local farmer about a life spent on the rugged west coast.
Afterwards, we recommend a visit to a local neo-neo-gothic abbey before hiking in the Connemara National Park.
Overnight: Connemara | Foyles Hotel
Room Type: Double Room
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore the ancient mysteries of Connemara with a local archeologist who will bring the landscape, traditions and mythology of the region alive. Our route takes us to a hauntingly beautiful island where you’ll hear tales of pirates and invasions. Be sure to taste some of the spectacular local seafood in an idyllic island pub.
Guided day
Overnight: Connemara | Foyles Hotel
Room Type: Double Room
Meals Included: Breakfast
With its cobbled pavement and street performers, Galway is the west coast’s most vibrant urban centre and a great place to visit. As you continue your adventure south, visit such places as botanical perfumeries, perfectly preserved historic cottages complete with thatched roofs and turf fires or short hikes to breathe some of Europe’s freshest air right off the Atlantic!
Overnight: Doolin | Doolin Inn
Room Type: Deluxe Bedroom
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, you’ll visit a charming, locally-owned working goat farm for an immersive tour and tasting experience. Enjoy meeting and feeding the herd, and explore the milking parlour, all while learning about the rich history of goat farming in Ireland. Discover the traditional methods used to care for the goats, enabling them to produce award-winning cheese, all inspired by the surrounding landscape. You’ll also witness the cheese-making process firsthand and more importantly, indulge in a tasting of their full range of delicious Irish cheeses, right on the farm.
Guided day
Overnight: Doolin | Doolin Inn
Room Type: Deluxe Room
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start your day off at Ireland’s most-famous cliffs, the Cliffs of Moher, before the crowds arrive, enjoying a walk along the dramatic cliff edge on a background of coastal panoramas. Leaving County Clare behind, keep an eye out for dolphins and other marine wildlife as you cross the mouth of the mighty River Shannon. As you make your way south through North Kerry, we’ll recommend a great beach walk along one of Kerry’s best-kept secret coastlines, as well as a few other great stops to make a leisurely day of it. Alternatively, you may prefer to head straight to Dingle where you could join an afternoon boat trip to spot the marine wildlife and the spectacular coastlines of the Dingle Peninsula.
Overnight: Dingle | Pax House
Room Type: Terrace Bedroom
Meals Included: Breakfast
The best way to discover the best of the Dingle Peninsula? By boat, of course! Spend the day with a charismatic wildlife expert boating around Slea Head and the Blasket Islands, an abandoned archipelago famous for rich literary heritage and unique cultural insight about life in Ireland’s westernmost fringes. Spot seabirds and marine wildlife such as whales, seals and porpoises and dolphins.
Guided day
Overnight: Dingle | Pax House
Room Type: Terrace Room
Meals Included: Breakfast
Set off toward Killarney National Park, taking in the breathtaking views along the Ring of Kerry. As you drive, marvel at the dramatic landscapes—rugged coastlines, rolling hills, and picturesque villages that make this route unforgettable.
In the afternoon, explore the park from the water with a local fisherman and his loyal canine companion. Glide across serene lakes, taking in the stunning sights of Muckross House, Torc Waterfall, and the lush, peaceful wilderness of Killarney National Park. It’s an intimate and tranquil way to experience the park’s natural beauty.
Guided day
Overnight: Kenmare | Brook Lane Hotel
Room Type: Superior Room
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, you are free to explore West Cork peninsula – The Beara Peninsula. There are plenty of options in this breathtaking region for short walks, taking in some quiet coastal landscapes or the widening expanses of the Caha Mountains with views to Kerry’s Iveragh Peninsula and beyond. Spend time in the coastal village of Bantry, where the spectacular views and the 17th century Bantry House are worth a visit. Perhaps you might take the ferry out past the seal colony to the exotic paradisal gardens of Garnish Island, where world-renowned garden design fuses with native West Cork plants.
Overnight: Kenmare | Brook Lane Hotel
Room Type: Superior Room
Meals Included: Breakfast
The meandering emerald landscape in which you are staying is so impressive it has been named a European Destination of Excellence in the development of sustainable tourism. West Cork’s Sheep’s Head Way is a community undertaking allowing access to some of Ireland’s most beautiful and unspoilt landscapes. Today, you will meet with a local guide, who will tailor the day’s walking on the Sheep’s Head Way according to your ability and preferences. The Atlantic is never far away, and options include ridge and shoreline walking along boreens, empty beaches or windswept heathery uplands.
Guided day
Overnight: Kinsale | Actons Hotel
Room Type: Harbour View Room
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cork, Ireland’s second city, has a vibrant centre and is a fun place to wander around. Ireland may once have been known for spuds and cabbage, but this little island has come a long way. The English Market, one of Europe’s oldest food markets, is a perfect place to discover fresh, local delicacies, from farmhouse cheeses and fresh seafood for which West Cork is world-famous, to locally-blended spices and everything in between.
If time allows, we highly recommend a visit to Charles Fort, just outside of Kinsale. This 17th-century star-shaped fort offers a fascinating look into Ireland’s military history and provides stunning views over Kinsale Harbour. Its dramatic coastal setting and well-preserved ramparts make it a memorable stop, especially for history buffs and photography lovers alike.
Overnight: Kinsale | Actons Hotel
Room Type: Harbour View Room
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, depart Cork and make your way to Dublin, where you’ll return your rental car before catching your flight. On the way, we recommend a final stop at the Rock of Cashel—a spectacular historic site perched on a limestone hill in County Tipperary. Once the seat of kings and a symbol of Irish power for centuries, the Rock features a stunning collection of medieval buildings, including a round tower, Cormac’s Chapel, and a Gothic cathedral. It’s a memorable way to end your journey through Ireland.
Meals Included: Breakfast
The price of this trip is €4,250 per person.
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Monday 25th May – Friday 5th June 2026