Family Adventure in the West of Ireland
Regions
Connemara, Donegal
Starting Point
Dublin, Shannon
Best time to travel
All year
Best for
Family Adventure
Activity Level **
3/5
Family Adventure in the West of Ireland
Adventure Holidays
Travel to the West of Ireland and enjoy a week full of fun outdoor activities and discovering some of Ireland's rich cultural and traditional heritage. Learn about nature in the Connemara and Burren National Parks, discover the rich traditional heritage while cycling along the islands off Ireland's West coast and take in the fantastic views over the dramatic coastline from some of Europe's highest sea cliffs. All while enjoying some quality time with the whole family out walking, cycling, kayaking or surfing along Ireland's beautiful Wild Atlantic Way. This tour is perfect if you are looking for an authentic family experience off the beaten track, but don't want to miss out on Ireland's cultural and scenic highlights.
✓ 9 days family adventure to the West Ireland
✓ car hire for the entire trip
✓ explore the unspoiled and authentic beauty along Ireland's Western Wild Atlantic Way
✓ indulge in Irish traditions, heritage and join in the "craic"
✓ exciting outdoor adventures on Ireland's rugged Wild Atlantic Way
At a Glance
Tour Overview
Day 1 - arrival and overnight in Connemara
Day 2 - explore Connemara - sea kayaking
Day 3 - hiking in the Connemara National Park - Kylemore Abbey
Day 4 - visit to and cycling tour on the Aran Islands
Day 5 - traditional farm visit - Galway City
Day 6 - explore Burren National Park - artisan chocolate factory
Day 7 - visit the Cliffs of Moher - surfing lesson
Day 8 - dolphin watching tour - Bunratty Castle & Folk Park
Day 9 - departure
Tour Higlights
Connemara and the West of Ireland
The West of Ireland is often refered to as the cultural heart of Ireland. Long history, heritage, traditional dance and music and the Irish language are still very much an active part of everyday live in this part of Ireland.
The region of Connemara in County Galway still strikes visitors with its bare beauty made from golden bogs, raw mountains and a stunning rugged coastline. In between, you will find charming villages, extensive farms and beautiful castles, cottages and other historic relicts. A perfect setting for a adventure playground along the Wild Atlantic Way.
County Clare, Burren and Wild Atlantic Coast
From the moonlike limestone landscape of the Burren National Park, the iconic Cliffs of Moher sea cliffs to the remote Aran Islands in the Galway Bay, you will be enchanted by the magic scenery of County Clare and Galway with its rolling hills, idyllic green valleys and the fantastic rugged green coastline. Further, you will find some fantastic sandy beaches here.
Outdoor Adventures
What better way to explore Irelands Wild Atlantic Way than on exciting outdoor adventures that engage all members of the family? Hike the stunning National Parks of Connemara and the Burren, ride the Irish waves on a family surfing introduction, explore the beautiful rugged coastline of Ireland on thrilling on a sea kayaking adventure and discover the beautiful Aran Islands on a family cycling tour.
Cultural Heritage and Traditions of the West of Ireland
The cultural heart of Ireland engages visitors with traditional culture including music, dance and language, authentic heritage and local traditions. Visit the buzzing university town of Galway with its many traditional pubs and festivals all summer long, help a local farmer how to look after his herd of sheep, explore the traditional heritage on a boat trip to one of the small islands off Ireland's West coast or simply enjoy the atmosphere, the buzz and the craic along the tradititional Irish pubs along Irelands West coast.
