Itinerary
- Day 1
Westport
You arrive in Westport today and have time to settle in. Check out Westport House, then head to a local pub where you'll catch some live traditional Irish music. It's a good way to get a feel for the place and hear what the local music scene sounds like.
Included Activities
- Visit Westport House
- Live traditional Irish music at local pub
Landmarks Westport House - Day 2
Croagh Patrick Walk
After breakfast, you'll transfer to Murrisk on Clew Bay to tackle Croagh Patrick, Ireland's sacred mountain. The hike up this 764m quartzite peak is fairly demanding, but there's a small chapel at the summit. Once you reach the top, the 360-degree views across the landscape really justify the effort. Afterward, you'll transfer to Leenane for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walk to Croagh Patrick summit (764m)
- Transfer to starting point at Murrisk
- Transfer from walk endpoint to Leenane
Landmarks Croagh Patrick Clew Bay - Day 3
Killary Fjord Greenway Walk
Today you'll walk along the 'Greenway' on the shores of Killary Fjord. This historic path was originally a famine relief project, and you'll notice mountains rising straight from the water on both sides. After you make your way back to Leenane, spend the evening relaxing with a cold Guinness at an authentic pub in the west of Ireland.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk along Killary Fjord Greenway
- Transfer to starting point
- Transfer back to Leenane
Optional Activities
- Cold Guinness at authentic pub in Leenane
Landmarks Killary Fjord - Day 4
Maumean and Inagh Valley Walk
You'll transfer to the starting point for an ancient pilgrim path walk to Maumean, which locals call the Pass of the Birds. You'll see a small chapel and various religious features linked to St. Patrick. From there, follow the Western Way through the quiet Inagh Valley, walking between the Maam Turks and Twelve Bens mountain ranges. Your day ends in the valley where you're staying.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk ancient pilgrim path to Maumean
- Walk Western Way footpath through Inagh Valley
- Transfer to starting point
- Transfer to Inagh Valley accommodation
Landmarks Maumean Inagh Valley Maam Turks Twelve Bens - Day 5
Connemara National Park and Inishbofin Island
Pick-up in the morning for a transfer to Renvyle Peninsula in Connemara National Park. The hike here is relatively easy and offers nice views of Kylemore Abbey and the surrounding islands. After finishing the walk, you'll head to the fishing village of Cleggan to catch the ferry to Inishbofin Island. Once there, you can do circular walks at your own pace, including one past a derelict sixteenth-century barracks. There's also a pub in the village where you might catch traditional music.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike on Renvyle Peninsula in Connemara National Park
- Transfer to starting point
- Transfer from hike to Cleggan
- Ferry to Inishbofin Island
- Explore circular walks on Inishbofin Island
Optional Activities
- Traditional music at pub on Inishbofin Island
Landmarks Kylemore Abbey Connemara National Park Renvyle Peninsula Inishbofin Island Inishturk Island Maamturk Mountains Ben Choona 
- Day 6
Inishbofin Island Exploration
You've got the full day on Inishbofin Island. Pick from two different hikes that you can do at your own pace, ranging from 6 to 15km and taking anywhere from 1 to 5 hours. It's your choice how much ground you want to cover.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Choice of self-guided hikes on Inishbofin Island
Landmarks Inishbofin Island - Day 7
Inishbofin to Cleggan
After breakfast on Inishbofin Island, you'll catch the ferry back to Cleggan. Once you arrive on the mainland, you can arrange your own transport to either Clifden or Galway by bus, depending on where you're heading next. This wraps up your time in Connemara.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Bus from Cleggan to Clifden
- Bus from Cleggan to Galway
Landmarks Inishbofin Island Cleggan
