Wild Atlantic Way Tour 2028: Stage 2: Kerry, Clare & Galway
Overview
Small group guided tours of the Wild Atlantic Way – Kerry to Galway
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Ireland's west coast as we travel from Killarney through the spectacular Dingle Peninsula, along the beautiful Kerry coastline and into County Clare before reaching vibrant Galway! Discover sweeping sandy beaches, colourful villages, ancient monuments and dramatic Atlantic cliffs. From Slea Head and the Blasket Islands to Loop Head Lighthouse, the world-famous Cliffs of Moher and the remarkable landscapes of the Burren, this is Ireland at its most spectacular!
Lots of added extras according to guests' wishes, including traditional music sessions, boat trips, local food experiences, ancient forts, coastal walks, charming fishing villages, beautiful beaches and much more!
Itinerary
Dates
Included
Group Size
Day 1 | Welcome to Killarney
Arrive in Killarney, gateway to the mountains, lakes and rugged coastline of County Kerry. Meet your fellow travellers and enjoy the town’s lively atmosphere.
Overnight: Killarney
Day 2 | Inch Beach and the Slea Head Drive
Leave Killarney via Castlemaine Harbour and sweeping Inch Beach. Continue past Minard Castle to Dingle for a chance to explore its colourful streets. Follow the Slea Head coastline through Ventry, the ancient sites around Dunbeg and Fahan, and the spectacular views at Slea Head and Coumeenoole Beach.
Overnight: Dingle
Day 3 | Blasket’s View and Dingle Heritage
Discover Dunquin Pier and the unforgettable panorama at Blasket’s View. Learn about island life at the Great Blasket Centre, then continue to Ballyferriter and the wild coastline of Clogher Strand. Visit Gallarus Oratory and historic Kilmalkedar Church before returning to Dingle.
Overnight: Dingle
Day 4 | Brandon Creek and the North Kerry Coast
Travel via Camp and Cloghane to secluded Brandon Creek, traditionally associated with St Brendan the Navigator. Admire Brandon Bay, Castlegregory and the Maharees before continuing north to Banna Strand and Ballyheigue. Finish in Ballybunion, renowned for its beaches, castle ruins and cliff scenery.
Overnight: Ballybunion
Day 5 | Ballybunion and the Shannon Estuary
Take in Ballybunion’s coastal viewpoints, Bromore Cliffs and Beale Strand before exploring Carrigafoyle Castle. Travel to Tarbert for the scenic ferry crossing of the Shannon Estuary into County Clare. Continue via Carrigaholt harbour to Kilkee’s horseshoe-shaped bay and striking coastal cliffs.
Overnight: Kilkee
Day 6 | Loop Head and the West Clare Coast
Explore the Loop Head Peninsula, passing Kilbaha village to reach Loop Head Lighthouse and the remarkable Bridges of Ross. Continue along the west Clare coast through Doonbeg and Doughmore Bay to Spanish Point and Miltown Malbay before reaching lively Lahinch.
Overnight: Lahinch
Day 7 | Cliffs of Moher and the Burren Coast
Discover the coast at Clahane and Liscannor before visiting the world-famous Cliffs of Moher. Continue to Doolin, its harbour and the sandy shores of Fanore. Follow the limestone coastline past Black Head and Ballyvaughan, then visit the Flaggy Shore and picturesque Dunguaire Castle at Kinvara before arriving in Galway.
Overnight: Galway
Day 8 | Farewell from Galway
Enjoy breakfast and depart, or continue on Week 3 from Galway.
Departure day
- October 8th to October 15th, 2028
Includes 4* or very good 3* accommodation and breakfast, entry fees to everything, and guided transport with Driver and Fáilte Ireland qualified Guide. Single supplement 20% per day.
Normally about 10 to 15 people on each tour. Twin rooms booked unless otherwise stated. Customised group tours for any of these dates, with days added if requested.
From €2,800 per person
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