Wild Atlantic Way Tour 2028: Stage 3: Galway, Mayo & Sligo
Overview
Small group guided tours of the Wild Atlantic Way – Galway to Sligo
Journey through some of Ireland's wildest and most beautiful landscapes as we travel from lively Galway through magical Connemara, the magnificent coastline of Mayo and onwards to beautiful Sligo! Discover colourful fishing villages, turquoise bays, rugged mountains, ancient history and miles of unspoilt Atlantic coastline. From the famous Kylemore Abbey and Killary Harbour to the breathtaking Keem Bay on Achill Island, the remote beauty of the Mullet Peninsula and the spectacular sea stack at Downpatrick Head, this is a journey full of unforgettable sights!
Lots of added extras according to guests' wishes, including traditional Irish music, local food experiences, historic landmarks, scenic walks, beautiful beaches, ancient archaeological sites, island experiences and much more!
Itinerary
Dates
Included
Group Size
Day 1 | Welcome to Galway
Meet your fellow travellers at The Hardiman Hotel on Eyre Square at 5PM. Settle into Galway and enjoy its vibrant streets, traditional music and welcoming atmosphere.
No sightseeing is scheduled before the welcome meeting.
Overnight: Galway
Day 2 | South Connemara and Roundstone
Travel through Spiddal and the Irish-speaking coastal communities of Inverin, Casla and Kilkieran. Discover Roundstone’s picturesque harbour and the white sands of Dog’s Bay and Gurteen Bay, then continue via Ballyconneely and Bunowen Bay to historic Derrigimlagh before reaching Clifden.
Overnight: Clifden
Day 3 | Sky Road, Kylemore Abbey and Killary Harbour
Take in the Atlantic scenery of Clifden’s Sky Road and the Letterfrack area before visiting beautiful Kylemore Abbey. Continue to Leenane and the dramatic Killary Harbour, then discover Aasleagh Falls and the haunting beauty of Doolough Valley. Travel via Louisburgh towards Westport.
Overnight: Westport
Day 4 | Achill Island and Keem Bay
Journey via Mulranny and Achill Sound to historic Kildavnet Castle. Follow the spectacular Atlantic Drive to Ashleam Bay, discover Keel Beach and the turquoise waters of Keem Bay, then explore Slievemore Deserted Village and the beaches around Dugort before returning to Westport.
Overnight: Westport
Day 5 | Wild Nephin and the Mullet Peninsula
Travel through Mulranny to the remarkable landscapes of Wild Nephin National Park and the Claggan Mountain Coastal Trail. Continue via Bangor Erris to Belmullet, then explore Elly Bay, Blacksod Lighthouse and the remote Atlantic scenery around Fallmore and Annagh Head.
Overnight: Belmullet
Day 6 | North Mayo and Downpatrick Head
Discover the wild coastline around Erris Head, Carrowteige and Benwee Head, with a possible view towards Portacloy depending on vehicle access. Continue to the ancient Céide Fields before visiting Downpatrick Head and its extraordinary Dún Briste sea stack. Travel through the Killala Bay area to Ballina.
Overnight: Ballina
Day 7 | The Sligo Surf Coast
Follow the Atlantic shore to Enniscrone Beach, Easkey Castle and Dunmoran Strand. Enjoy the rugged coast around Aughris Head before discovering Strandhill and the sweeping views of Rosses Point. Arrive in Sligo for your final overnight stay.
Overnight: Sligo
Day 8 | Farewell from Sligo
Enjoy breakfast and depart, or continue your journey with Week 4.
Departure day
- October 15th to October 22nd, 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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