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 On this tour we explore the beautiful southeast corner of Ireland . An area of Ireland rich in medieval heritage, stunning scenery, and beautiful coastline. A part of the country perhaps a little less discovered, which gives us enormous potential for a labyrinth of unexplored backroads. Our tour takes us into the heart of Tipperary before winding up in the beautiful medieval city of Kilkenny .
What Your Guided Cycle Includes:
- 7 nights accommodation based on 2 adults sharing in hotels and guesthouses with ensuite facilities
- 7 Full Irish Breakfasts
- TREK 721 hybrid bike, with 21-speed gears, carrier, mudguards and front pannier bag
- Detailed maps, route directions and historical details
- Experienced Guide in support van
- Luggage Transfers
DAY 1 (Saturday) Arrival
The tour starts in Wexford town where you meet the guide and the rest of the group at the usual time of 6.30pm. That night we take a coach transfer down to the fishing village of Kilmore Quay for the evening.
DAY 2 (Sunday) South East Coast
We start the cycle by heading through rolling green fields to the sight of an early Normans settlement. After lunch we visit Irelands largest medieval ruined settlement and then continue along Bannow Bay to visit Tintern Abbey . After this we cycle across Loop Head to the coastal village of Arthurstown where we spend the night.
DAY 3 (Monday) Ring
The day begins with a ferry across Passage East and on along the beautiful southern coastline to the Irish speaking village of Ring.
 DAY 4 (Tuesday) Lismore
We continue on along the coast to the seaside village of Youghal for lunch and on in the afternoon following the River Blackwater to the historic town of Lismore where we are staying for two nights.
DAY 5 (Wednesday) Rest Day
We will be staying in a comfortable hotel in the centre of Lismore where you can relax for the day or else spend the time visiting some of the many historic sites in the area.
DAY 6 (Thursday) Tipperary
We head north over the stunning Knockmealdown Mountains into the county of Tipperary and to the Glen of Aherlow, ancestral home of the Ryans!
DAY 7 ( Friday) Kilkenny
Our last day we cycle past the famous Rock of Cashel on our way to the historic city of Kilkenny where we spend the last night together.
DAY 8 (Saturday) Departure
After breakfast you can stay absorbing the atmosphere of Kilkenny or else head on your way home. There are train connections from Kilkenny back to Dublin and Wexford /Rosslare .
Tour Highlights:
- Kilmore Quay
- Youghal and Lismore
- Rock of Cashel
- Kilkenny
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