Bike Across Ireland
Top Guide Tour with Henrick Murphy
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Tthis epic, sign-posted route skirts Ireland’s major geographical areas of West Cork, Killarney (National Park) and Dingle Peninsula taking travelers through traditional rural outposts where Irish Gaelic is still spoken, tweeds are woven on wooden looms, the fish on the menu is from the boat tied up at the pier, fiddlers play sessions in the pubs at night, and—as the locals say—the “craic” is mighty (meaning the social banter is fun).
Join this trip with long time Ciclismo Classico Top Guide Henrick Murphy, our resident native Irishman, for the cycling trip of a lifetime. Beyond the stunning greenery and cycling, we’ll step into Henrick’s heart-homeland and learn the inside scoop on local seaweed baths and Gaelic sports demonstrations. We’ll take in a gin & whiskey tasting in Dingle, a farm visit, a sheep dog demo, lots of Irish music sessions, cheese tastings in West Cork and night sea kayaking at Lough Hyne to see the incredible bioluminescence!
Tour Essence
- An evening sea kayak experience
- A spectacular ride through Killarney National Park
- A fantastic cooking lesson whereby guests prepare Irish stew, brown bread, and delicious Irish scones
- Unique hotels selected for location, quality and high level of service, logistics for arrival and departure
- Extra loops possible each day
- Overnight stay in a spa hotel with seaweed baths
What to Expect
Terrain
RollingStart Location
Cork CityEnd Location
KerryMileage
Average Daily: 34 Total: 235
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- Van support
- Leadership of your expert, bilingual Top Guide(s)
What’s Included
- Carbon bike equipped with Garmin Edge Touring GPS
- Ciclismo jersey
- Ciclismo Classico water bottle
- Two water bottle holders
- Map holder on handlebars and a Garmin Edge GPS
- Handlebar bag
- Tire pump
- Combination bike lock
- Gel-padded saddle
- Choice of pedals
- Card with your tour leaders’ mobile phone numbers
Pedal Options
- Flat pedals
- Half-toe pedals (without straps)
- Toe cage pedals
What’s Included
- Helmet
- Optional: clipless pedals with shoes
- Optional: your own saddle
- All accommodations
- All breakfasts
- 2 lunches or picnics
- 6 dinners
- Music sessions
- Cheese tasting in West Cork
- Sea kayaking on Lough Hyne at night to see the bioluminesence
- Gaelic sports demonstration
- Gin & whiskey tasting in Dingle
- Farm visit
- Sheep Dog demonstration,
- Cooking lesson (Irish Stew, Brown bread, Scones etc).
2020
Start Location
Cork CityFly Into
Cork (ORK)End Location
KerryFly Out Of
Dublin (DUB)Kinsale Warm-Up Ride
Average Mileage
12Riding Terrain
Coastal, RollingAccommodations
Trident Hotel
The Trident Hotel is spectacularly set on the water’s edge in Kinsale. Originally a medieval fishing port, historic Kinsale (from the Irish, Ceann tSaile – ‘Head of the Sea’) is one of the most picturesque, popular and historic towns on the south west coast of Ireland. Travelers are captivated by its beautiful setting; its long waterfront, yacht-filled harbor, narrow winding streets and brightly painted galleries, shops and houses.
Kinsale to Inchydoney
Average Mileage
42 milesElevation Gain
2,467 ft.Riding Terrain
Rolling, farmlandAccommodations
Inchydoney Strand Lodge & Spa
Located just outside the colorful heritage town of Clonakilty in West Cork, a region blessed with some of Ireland’s most spectacular scenery. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean & Blue Flag Beach, the resort has long been appreciated for its romantic and picturesque location.
Inchydoney to Castletownshend (Skibbereen)
Average Mileage
31 milesElevation Gain
3,028 ftRiding Terrain
Coastal, RollingAccommodations
The Castle (at Castletownshend)
A genuine family castle that stands in spacious grounds overlooking the peaceful waterfront of Castletownshend harbor. Castle Townshend has been the home of the Townshend family in Ireland for 11 generations. The central part of The Castle was built around 1650 and when the original castles were destroyed in the 17/18th centuries, the stone was used to add the east and west towers.
Castletownshend to Bantry
Average Mileage
44Elevation Gain
2,362 ft.Riding Terrain
Farm roads, Coastal, PeninsulaAccommodations
Seaview House Hotel
Seaview House Hotel is nestled in four acres of mature gardens and beautiful trees, some that are over two hundred years old. The property is located 3 miles from Bantry in Ballylicky. Let’s indulge and treat ourselves at this unique 4-star hotel and spa.There are even seaweed baths on site!
Bantry to Killarney
Average Mileage
48 milesElevation Gain
3,422 ft.Riding Terrain
Rolling pasturesAccommodations
Malton Great Southern Hotel
Located right in the heart of Killarney, this hotel was built in1854 with the intention to ‘take the guest’s breath away.’ The property has been recently restored to its original, Victorian grand-dame style.
Killarney loop (optional rest day)
Average Mileage
19 milesRiding Terrain
Bike paths, mostly flatAccommodations
Malton Great Southern Hotel
Located right in the heart of Killarney, this hotel was built in1854 with the intention to ‘take the guest’s breath away.’ The property has been recently restored to its original, Victorian grand-dame style.
Dingle Loop on Slea Head Drive
Average Mileage
39 milesElevation Gain
1,955 ftRiding Terrain
Coastal riding; RollingAccommodations
Emlagh House
This luxurious country house located on the Dingle peninsula with beautiful views of Dingle Bay as it opens to the Atlantic Ocean. This charming place is perfectly located close to the Wild Atlantic Way in the lively town of Dingle. The ambience in Kerry is special, memorable. Slea Head Drive one can take in the locations of the unforgettable Ryan’s Daughter and more recent the latest Star Wars movie.
