Wild Atlantic Way Tour
North West Lake Lands to the Wild Atlantic Cycle Experience
Leave the petrol fumes behind and take a closer look at Ireland’s North West the eco-friendly way on electric or hybrid bikes. Combine the tranquil rural lake land setting of the Kingfisher Trail and North West Trail through Counties Leitrim, Cavan and Fermanagh with the wild Atlantic shoreline of South Donegal and Sligo.
The Kingfisher Trail and North West Trail are fully signposted, on quiet country roads where the traffic density is low. The routes are designed to enable visitors to discover the secrets and attractions of this unspoiled region. Complete the journey with 85 miles of wild Atlantic coastline for the ultimate cycling experience.
Let us take care of your luggage along the way. 3-8 days/7 nights self-guide tours on Hybrid Bikes or make cycling easier by choosing a Kalkhoff Electric Bike. Any combination of consecutive days below or additional days can be arranged to meet your requirements.
Included in the tour:
The Kingfisher Trail and North West Trail are fully signposted, on quiet country roads where the traffic density is low. The routes are designed to enable visitors to discover the secrets and attractions of this unspoiled region. Complete the journey with 85 miles of wild Atlantic coastline for the ultimate cycling experience.
Let us take care of your luggage along the way. 3-8 days/7 nights self-guide tours on Hybrid Bikes or make cycling easier by choosing a Kalkhoff Electric Bike. Any combination of consecutive days below or additional days can be arranged to meet your requirements.
Included in the tour:
- Hybrid or Kalkhoff Electric Bike
- Safety helmet, high vis-vest
- Pannier bag if required
- Self-guide map and full itinerary with lots of local information
- Fáilte Ireland approved accommodation (3 and 4 *) on a Bed and Breakfast basis.
- Luggage transfer to accommodation
- Puncture repair kit and spare tube
- Back up services of phone contact and breakdown assist
- Collection at Carrick on Shannon where there is regular bus and train service from Dublin. Arrangements can be made for pick up at Ireland West Airport Knock, (€50 supplement).
- If you come by car there is ample car parking at our premises in Leitrim Village..
Tour Prices
Electric Bikes Regular Bikes Single Supplement
8 Days: €900 pps 8 Days: €800 pps 8 Days: €80
7 Days: €810 pps 7 Days: €700 pps 7 Days: €70
6 Days: €690 pps 6 Days: €610 pps 6 Days: €60
5 Days: €620 pps 5 Days: €550 pps 5 Days: €50
4 Days: €520 pps 4 Days: €460 pps 4 Days: €40
8 Days: €900 pps 8 Days: €800 pps 8 Days: €80
7 Days: €810 pps 7 Days: €700 pps 7 Days: €70
6 Days: €690 pps 6 Days: €610 pps 6 Days: €60
5 Days: €620 pps 5 Days: €550 pps 5 Days: €50
4 Days: €520 pps 4 Days: €460 pps 4 Days: €40
Day 1
Leitrim Village to Drumshanbo
At our bike hire premises in Leitrim Village you will be fitted out with all the requirements for your tour. You will get an opportunity to become familiar with the bike and your surroundings by taking a short cycle to your first accommodation.
Explore the picturesque village of Drumshanbo and call to the Sliabh An Iarainn Visitors Centre to learn all about the culture and heritage of the area.
Leitrim Village to Drumshanbo
At our bike hire premises in Leitrim Village you will be fitted out with all the requirements for your tour. You will get an opportunity to become familiar with the bike and your surroundings by taking a short cycle to your first accommodation.
Explore the picturesque village of Drumshanbo and call to the Sliabh An Iarainn Visitors Centre to learn all about the culture and heritage of the area.
Day 2
Drumshanbo to Glenfarne 39km (24 miles)
Cycle the Kingfisher Cycle Trail on quiet county roads starting with spectacular views of Lough Allen and Sliabh An Iarainn Mountain. Cycle at your leisure along the country lanes and experience the drumlin terrain typical to this part of Ireland. The landscape varies from mountain to lake views and the unique landscape of the Cavan Burren, a remarkable limestone plateau which is recognized as one of the finest relict landscapes of its size in Ireland. The area is associated with giants, druids and fairies as well as metholitic tombs believed to have magic powers. Take a short de-tour to visit the Shannon Pot, the legendary source of the River Shannon. (An option to stay an extra day to explore the Marble Arch Caves European Geopark and Florencecourt Estate looped cycle is available. The Marble Arch Caves are one of Europe's finest show caves allowing visitors to explore a fascinating, natural underworld of rivers, waterfalls and winding passages. Just choose the 8 day/7 night package)
Drumshanbo to Glenfarne 39km (24 miles)
Cycle the Kingfisher Cycle Trail on quiet county roads starting with spectacular views of Lough Allen and Sliabh An Iarainn Mountain. Cycle at your leisure along the country lanes and experience the drumlin terrain typical to this part of Ireland. The landscape varies from mountain to lake views and the unique landscape of the Cavan Burren, a remarkable limestone plateau which is recognized as one of the finest relict landscapes of its size in Ireland. The area is associated with giants, druids and fairies as well as metholitic tombs believed to have magic powers. Take a short de-tour to visit the Shannon Pot, the legendary source of the River Shannon. (An option to stay an extra day to explore the Marble Arch Caves European Geopark and Florencecourt Estate looped cycle is available. The Marble Arch Caves are one of Europe's finest show caves allowing visitors to explore a fascinating, natural underworld of rivers, waterfalls and winding passages. Just choose the 8 day/7 night package)
Day 3
Glenfarne to Ballyshannon 45 km (28 miles).
Cycle north to join the North West Trail at Kiltyclogher and the northern shore line of Lough Melvin in County Fermanagh. You will pass through the village of Belleek, a thriving market town with a variety of pubs, shops and restaurants. It is most famous for the fine bone china produced at Belleek Pottery, worth a stop off at the visitors centre. The final leg of the cycle is on to Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal along the banks of the River Erne.
Glenfarne to Ballyshannon 45 km (28 miles).
Cycle north to join the North West Trail at Kiltyclogher and the northern shore line of Lough Melvin in County Fermanagh. You will pass through the village of Belleek, a thriving market town with a variety of pubs, shops and restaurants. It is most famous for the fine bone china produced at Belleek Pottery, worth a stop off at the visitors centre. The final leg of the cycle is on to Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal along the banks of the River Erne.
Day 4
Ballyshannon to Drumcliffe 58 km (36 miles, with option for shorter route)
It’s on to the Wild Atlantic Way as you hug the coastline heading south into Co Sligo. Check out the surfer’s paradise at Tullan Strand, Bundoran before heading for Mullaghmore Head with Classibawn Castle on the horizon. Take a short detour into Mullaghmore Village, a noted holiday destination and cycle around Mullaghmore Head for panoramic views of the Wild Atlantic at its best. Back on the North West Trail you will be mesmerised by the skyline dominated by the monolithic shape of Ben Bulben Mountain and the many wonderful views of the Yeats County.
Ballyshannon to Drumcliffe 58 km (36 miles, with option for shorter route)
It’s on to the Wild Atlantic Way as you hug the coastline heading south into Co Sligo. Check out the surfer’s paradise at Tullan Strand, Bundoran before heading for Mullaghmore Head with Classibawn Castle on the horizon. Take a short detour into Mullaghmore Village, a noted holiday destination and cycle around Mullaghmore Head for panoramic views of the Wild Atlantic at its best. Back on the North West Trail you will be mesmerised by the skyline dominated by the monolithic shape of Ben Bulben Mountain and the many wonderful views of the Yeats County.
Day 5
Drumcliffe to Aughris Head 50 - 60 km (37 miles)
Before leaving Drumcliffe stop off at the grave of Ireland’s famous poet, W.B. Yeats. While in the area we recommend that you take a short diversion to see the spectacular Glencar Waterfall, which inspired W.B. Yeats. Follow the North West Trail towards Sligo Town. Breath taking views of Lough Gill and Queen Maeve’s Grave awaits you before you cruise along the coast road to Aughris Head.
Drumcliffe to Aughris Head 50 - 60 km (37 miles)
Before leaving Drumcliffe stop off at the grave of Ireland’s famous poet, W.B. Yeats. While in the area we recommend that you take a short diversion to see the spectacular Glencar Waterfall, which inspired W.B. Yeats. Follow the North West Trail towards Sligo Town. Breath taking views of Lough Gill and Queen Maeve’s Grave awaits you before you cruise along the coast road to Aughris Head.
Day 6
Aughris Head to Enniscrone 38 km (24 miles)
After a lively night of local craic in the Beach Bar at Aughris cycle along the quiet coast road all the way to Enniscrone, Watch out for the ‘Split Rock’. Local legend holds that the rock was split as a result of an argument between two giants on the Ox Mountains, one of whom was Fionn MacCumhaill. It is said that if someone dares to go through the split three times, the rock will close in on them! Get a closer look at the big waves at Easkey pier, a haven for surfers. Investigate O’Dowd Castle a dominant landmark at the pier. Enjoy the sunset over the 5 km stretch of beach at Enniscrone or take advantage of the therapeutic benefits of the renowned Enniscrone Seaweed Baths.
Aughris Head to Enniscrone 38 km (24 miles)
After a lively night of local craic in the Beach Bar at Aughris cycle along the quiet coast road all the way to Enniscrone, Watch out for the ‘Split Rock’. Local legend holds that the rock was split as a result of an argument between two giants on the Ox Mountains, one of whom was Fionn MacCumhaill. It is said that if someone dares to go through the split three times, the rock will close in on them! Get a closer look at the big waves at Easkey pier, a haven for surfers. Investigate O’Dowd Castle a dominant landmark at the pier. Enjoy the sunset over the 5 km stretch of beach at Enniscrone or take advantage of the therapeutic benefits of the renowned Enniscrone Seaweed Baths.
Day 7
After a hearty Irish breakfast you will be collected and taken back to Carrick on Shannon for your connecting train or bus or Knock Airport if pre-arranged as above.
After a hearty Irish breakfast you will be collected and taken back to Carrick on Shannon for your connecting train or bus or Knock Airport if pre-arranged as above.
Map of Route
Accommodation and Images from Route
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