11 day \'Giant irish Adventure\' - Overland Trip
1 ½ weeks: Dublin to Dublin or v.v. (vt11dgia)
Finn McCool, the legendary Irish giant, was apparently so tall that you could see all of Ireland between his legs*. And like Finn, who could travel the length and breadth of the island in a few easy steps, this epic 11 day day adventure effortlessly explores more of Ireland than most irish people will visit in their lifetime. From the Giant\'s (that would be Finn\'s) Causeway in the very north east to the Blarney Stone in the south west the trip packs in loads of great scenery, walks and outdoor activity, historical and legendary sites and lots more. And if the weather is clear, you might even see Finn McCool himself...Northern and Northwest Ireland
In 2007 Northern Ireland was named as one of the top ten places in the world to visit but Lonely Planet travel guides. Not suprising really when you consider the great scenery, facinating history and political situation, the activity options and the genuine warm welcome. Plus, of course, for many it is a new area to be explored as the peace has unfolded over the last ten years.
It is a region with a huge amount to offer a visitor, and all in a relatively small area. You will have the chance to go for walks, ride a bike or a horse, surf an Atlantic wave, try your hand at fishing or hit a golf ball. The range of activities available is huge and qualified and experienced instructors supervise all. You\'ll also have the chance not to do the activities and just take it easy for four days while we show you around.
Some typical highlights include:
- Travel by Land-rover, boat, horse, surf-board and on foot
- Visit the legendary Giants Causeway
- Conquer your fear of heights on the Carrick-a-Rede Rope bridge
- Clamber over the cliff-top ruins of Dun Luce Castle
- Take a Black cab tour of the fascinating Belfast city
- Hill-walking amongst some of the most remote and stunning scenery in Ireland
- Try Surfing in the North and north-west
- Horse-riding on breath-taking endless beaches
- Learn the A walking tour of Londonderry/Derry city
- Explore the nine Glens of Antrim
- Walk in the Mourne Mountains
- Climb Knocknaree Mountain to Queen Maeve\'s tomb
- Galway Bay’s Atlantic coastline
- Overnight in six picturesque locations in first class B&B and Hotel accommodation
- Walk in Connemara’s mountains
- Have a barbeque, bonfire and game of Gaelic football on the beach
- Loads of activity options like surfing, horse-riding and walking
- Take a relaxing steam and sea-weed bath
- Great pubs and live music
- Stunning castles and legendary places
- Drive through hidden valleys with dark, mysterious lakes.
- Discover the Irish archeological, geological and biological heritage of County Clare’s Burren Region-
- Have lunch in Galway city
- The Cliffs of Moher
- Cross the River Shannon by ferry
- Optional boat trip to the incredible Skellig Islands
- Tour and Explore the Wilderness of Galway’s Connemara Region
- Discover the Irish archeological, geological and biological heritage of County Clare’s Burren Region-
- Tour the world famous Ring of Kerry
- Horseback riding along an Irish beach
- Kiss the magical Blarney Stone
- Go off-road to some of Ireland’s most remote and beautiful places
- Boat trip to see Funghi the Dolphin in Dingle Bay
- Explore West Cork and the ‘undiscovered’ Beara Peninsula
- Walk in the Galtee Mountains
- Enjoy a barbeque on the beach
- Learn to surf an Atlantic wave
- Sea-kayak with the seals in Bantry bay
- Walk amongst the green fields and stone walls of Dingle
- Experience the rich history of ireland, from Stone Age man to the modern age.
- Experience the vibrant Irish pubs and traditional Irish music
Accommodation
The price includes your accommodation and breakfasts, other meals you simply pay for at the time. Lunches tend to be a mixture of picnics, BBQ’s and pub lunches and then in the evening we normally head to a good pub or restaurant for our meal. It is easily possible to eat well for E25pp per day.
For accommodation we normally use a mixture of B&B’s, small hotels and Lodges, all the rooms have private bathrooms and most have tea and coffee in the rooms. (The B&B prices are based on two sharing a room and include full cooked Irish breakfast). Each place is different and adds its own flavour to the tours, we have put a lot of work into finding just the right places and everyone seems really happy with the results.
Accommodation in included in the price. A single supplement of E175 applies for single rooms.
Kitty Notes
Each tour is packed with great scenery, fresh air and outdoor activity, local culture and loads of laughs. We stay away from the coach parks of the main historical sites and head for areas that mortal tours simply cannot reach, lots of time is spent on the beaches, going for walks, heading across to islands etc – it is spectacularly good. Additional activities like surfing (E25-30 per 2 hour session), horse-riding (E25 per hour) and sea kayaking (from E15 per hour) are also possible, but even without these additional activities – the tours are brilliant.
Itineraries
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11Whats included:
Off the beaten track adventure in Vagabond 4X4 tour vehicle.
Services of highly trained professional Vagabond tour guide
11 FULL days on tour
10 nights accommodation (4 nights B&B, 6 nights Hotel).
10 Full Irish breakfast.
Most daily activities and visits.
All relevant taxes.
Guaranteed tour price from the moment you make your deposit
Loads of laughs
Last updated: 3rd March 2008
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