Itinerary
- Day 1
Leenane
You'll arrive in Leenane, a small village at the foot of the Maamturk Mountains where Killary Fjord cuts inland. Your bikes and gear will be waiting at your accommodation, so take some time to get familiar with everything and make sure it's set up right for you. That first evening, wander around the village and check out one of the two pubs or restaurants. The local food is solid, and it's a good way to settle in before the cycling starts tomorrow.
Optional Activities
- Explore Leenane village pubs and restaurants
Landmarks Killary Fjord Maamturk Mountains - Day 2
Leenane to Westport
Today's a substantial ride at 56 km from Leenane to Westport. You'll cycle alongside Killary Fjord and reach Aasleagh Falls, then move through the valleys around Delphi and Doolough. After that, you'll head toward the coastal town of Louisburgh for lunch. From there, the route follows the coast along Clew Bay and passes by Croagh Patrick before you arrive in Westport, where you'll stay for the next couple of nights.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycle from Leenane to Westport (approx. 56 km with longer and shorter options available)
Optional Activities
- Lunch stop in Louisburgh
- View Aasleagh Falls
- View Croagh Patrick from cycling route
Landmarks Killary Fjord Aasleagh Falls Delphi Valley Doolough Valley Louisburgh Clew Bay Croagh Patrick 
- Day 3
Westport
This day is yours to shape. You can climb Croagh Patrick, the pilgrimage mountain with centuries of history, or visit Westport House if you'd rather spend time indoors learning about the area's aristocratic past. There's also the 42 km Great Western Greenway, a former railroad route from 1937 that's now a cycle path. Another option takes you back toward Louisburgh and the 14th century Maam Abbey along the coast of Clew Bay. Pick what fits your mood.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Climb Croagh Patrick holy mountain
- Visit Westport House, ancestral home and estate of the Marquess of Sligo
- Cycle the Great Western Greenway (42 km following route of former railroad line from Westport to Achill, closed in 1937)
- Cycle the coast of Clew Bay back to Louisburgh
- Visit Murrisk Abbey (14th century)
Landmarks Croagh Patrick Westport House Great Western Greenway Clew Bay Louisburgh Murrisk Abbey - Day 4
Westport to Cong
A longer day on the bike at 70 km heading from Westport to Cong. You'll travel through Aghagower, Tourmakeady, and past Lough Mask, moving through small villages and over mountain passes with good road conditions. Cong itself is known from the 1952 film 'The Quiet Man' and has Ashford Castle, now operating as a hotel. After settling in, try one of the local restaurants or pubs for traditional food, live music, and a Guinness.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycle from Westport to Cong (approx. 70 km)
Optional Activities
- Visit Ashford Castle
- Explore Cong village restaurants and pubs
Landmarks Aghagower Tourmakeady Lough Mask Ashford Castle Cong - Day 5
Cong to Leenane
Today you'll cycle 90 km south from Cong along the shores of Lough Corrib, Ireland's largest lake, known for fishing. The route goes through Maam and over a small mountain pass to Maam Cross. From there, you head into the quiet Inagh Valley where the road runs alongside Lough Inagh. This brings you back to Leenane by the end of the day, completing the loop (a shorter route option is available if needed).
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycle from Cong to Leenane (approx. 90 km with shorter route option available)
Optional Activities
- Stop and explore Maam village and surrounding area
- Explore Maam Cross area
- View Lough Inagh and Inagh Valley
Landmarks Lough Corrib Maam Maam Cross Inagh Valley Lough Inagh Killary Fjord - Day 6
Leenane
A shorter cycling day at 50 km that covers a lot of ground. You'll see Kylemore Abbey, check out Connemara National Park, and explore the Renvyle Peninsula with its quiet beaches and historic Renvyle Castle. There's room to get off the bike and walk around, or you can choose a longer 80 km option that goes further south toward the fishing village of Cleggan and Streamstown Bay. Mix cultural sights with nature, or push yourself harder if you want.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycle route including Kylemore Abbey, Connemara National Park and Renvyle Peninsula (approx. 50 km with longer option available)
Optional Activities
- Visit Kylemore Abbey
- Explore Connemara National Park
- Visit Renvyle Peninsula with secluded beaches
- Visit historic Renvyle Castle
- Extended cycling option to fishing village of Cleggan and Streamstown Bay (approximately 80 km)
Landmarks Kylemore Abbey Connemara National Park Renvyle Peninsula Renvyle Castle Cleggan Streamstown Bay 
- Day 7
Maam Cross
After breakfast at your hotel, you'll get picked up and transferred back to Maam Cross where you can catch the bus to Galway. Time to say goodbye to Connemara and head on to your next destination.
- Meals
- Breakfast
