The curious adventurer
Discover Ireland ‘off the beaten path’

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Get off the beaten path and experience local Ireland with Rachel

This tour is an open invitation to my beautiful home – the West of Ireland. If you are looking for an active, small group tour of Ireland, to explore lush green fields, the wild Atlantic coast and hidden gems beyond the common tourist trail, this itinerary is perfect for you!

Let me invite you on a private tour to discover Ireland’s West Coast with me, your local guide. Anyone can look up routes on google maps, but I will show you where the real Irish magic happens. This Ireland itinerary will bring you to places where we Irish go to relax, reunite with friends, and enjoy the outdoors.

I can bring you on guided walks and hikes to the most spectacular places. We’ll explore the highest sea cliffs of Ireland, Achill – the largest of the Irish isles, Ballycroy National Park and the dramatic North Mayo coastline. Let’s get together and sample the smoothest Irish Whiskey, make new friends in the local pub and indulge in fine and homemade Irish foods and treats.

Prices from: €1,950 per person

Based on a group of 6 people (2 people sharing)

Start: Galway

Airport transfer can easily be arranged

8 days

Fully guided, customised & private

Finish: Galway

Adapt this itinerary to meet your needs

Discover Ireland's west coast with your local guide

Included in your tour

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Itinerary

Enjoy browsing through the itinerary day by day, to get a taste of how it will be to discover Ireland’s west coast with your local guide. Any questions?
By all means, I’m delighted to have a chat with you about all possibilities.

Day 1

Galway & Connemara

Pick up from Galway in the morning

Highlights:

Famine Trail – A walk steeped in history
Killary – Ireland’s only fjord
Traditional Irish sheep farm

Day 2

South Mayo

Exploring Westport & surroundings

Highlights:

Croagh Patrick – Hiking Ireland’s Holy Mountain
Irish Foodie Tour
Westport – Ireland’s friendliest town

Day 3

Achill Island

Experience Irish island life

Highlights:

Hike up to Ireland’s highest sea cliffs
Irish speaking Gaeltacht area
The deserted village – Irish famine history

Day 4

West Mayo

Rural Ireland – say hello to the wild sheep

Highlights:

Ballycroy National Park
Blacksod Lighthouse
Endless unspoilt beaches

Day 5

North Mayo

The spectacular Wild Atlantic Way Coast

Highlights:

Hike along the rugged west coast
Ceide Fields – The world’s oldest Neolithic sight
Downpatrick Head & seastack Dun Briste

Day 6

Ballina & Enniscrone

Historic town & Beach paradise

Highlights:

Cycling tour to discover the Monasteries of the Moy
Belleek Castle & Dungeons
Watersport fun

Day 7

South Sligo

Follow the trace of the ancient Queen of Connacht

Highlights:

Hike around Knocknarea to Queen Maeves grave
The Irish surf coast
Rachel’s Whiskey Appreciation Session

Day 8

Mayo & Galway

A full day of history & culture on the way back to Galway

Highlights:

Foxford Woollen Mills
Museum of Country Life
Irish Heritage Farm

Accommodation

I want to ensure your best experience. Therefore, I’ve personally stayed in every accommodation I use in my itineraries. For this tour I’ve selected a mix of cosy B&Bs and unique hotels.

Cosy B&B rooms

Full Irish Breakfast

Stay in an Irish home

Family run hotels

Unique accomodation

Guided Walks & Hikes

All walks and hikes can easily be adapted in length and intensity. The biggest advantage of a private tour is: You will only do what you really want to! This means you can skip a rest day, add a run, or switch up a hike for a cultural experience. This is your Ireland adventure!

Irish Food Experiences

Get a taste of the island! Ireland is full of amazing and unique flavours. On this tour you will learn more about Irish Whiskey and how to pull a pint of Guinness. There will be lots of opportunities to indulge on home-made sweet treats, relax back with a hot Irish coffee or to sample traditional Irish recipes.

Rachel's Whiskey Appreciation

Whiskey tasting with personality!

During this fun and interactive experience I will teach you about the art of Whiskey production, the history of the uisce beatha and we will sample different styles of whiskey. By the end of the session you will know which type of whiskey you like and why!

Find out more

Picnics with local delights

How to pull a Guinness

Irish coffee treat

Traditional afternoon tea

More Irish Craic for your perfect Ireland itinerary

This tour takes you to Ireland’s surf coast, with ideal conditions for lots of different water sports. Therefore, you can choose from lots of activities to include them in your vacation package. Otherwise, you can visit the oldest Neolithic sight in the world or follow the trace of your ancestors who left Ireland on the Titanic. All in all, you will learn more about Ireland’s deep history and enjoy the stress-free Irish lifestyle.