Hiking Tour: Northern Ireland & the Wild Atlantic Way

As your host, I’ll be sharing Ireland through the eyes of a local. I’m an Irish trail runner and spend much of my free time exploring these mountains, coastal trails, and hidden corners. Rather than simply visiting the well-known sights, I’ll take you to some of my favourite places—spots I return to again and again because of their beauty, history, or simply the feeling of being there. My goal is for you to experience Ireland as I do: on foot, at a relaxed pace, surrounded by great scenery, good company, and plenty of local stories along the way.
This hiking tour first takes you to Northern Ireland, where we’ll explore the magnificent Mourne Mountains with a hike up Slieve Donard before following the iconic Causeway Coast to the UNESCO World Heritage Giant’s Causeway.
From there we’ll continue to County Donegal—voted one of the world’s most incredible places to visit by National Geographic. We’ll explore Glenveagh National Park, hike the striking peak of Errigal, and stand on the dramatic cliffs of Slieve League, among the highest sea cliffs in Europe.
Following the Wild Atlantic Way, we’ll discover more of County Sligo, walk in the footsteps of the legendary Queen Maeve, the ancient Queen of Connacht, and finish the tour in my hometown of Ballina in County Mayo.
As well as spectacular hikes, I’ve planned plenty of memorable experiences along the way. You’ll discover Ireland’s history, folklore, whiskey, local traditions, and the stories that make each place unique.