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Mayo has some of Ireland's least known yet most beautiful scenery. From Westport,
circle Lough Conn for two days before heading north to the Atlantic and the wide
open plains of West Mayo. The rest day is on Achill Island which has inspired
painters and writers for generations.
Tour Highlights:
- Westport
- Lough Conn
- Ceide Fields
- Achill Island
DAY 1 (Saturday) Arrival
Meeting in the centre of Westport with the tour guide and the rest of the group
for briefing and get-together dinner.
DAY 2 (Sunday) Western Way to Pontoon
Follow the Western Way walking route for the first ten miles and then head to
the village of Pontoon to stay in a hotel overlooking the lake.
DAY 3 (Monday) Downpatrick Head and Ballycastle
Continue around Lough Conn and in the afternoon reach Ballycastle where you can
visit the cliffs at Downpatrick Head.
DAY 4 (Tuesday) Ceide Fields and Belmullet
Heading along the coast to Belmullet, stop en route in the Ceide Fields Visitor
Centre, which explains the archaeological survey of a 5,000 year old field system.
DAY 5 (Wednesday) Achill Island
One option is to cycle to Blacksod Bay and take a boat to Achill Island. Alternatively
there is a spectacular cycle along the Atlantic coast and over the bridge to Achill
DAY 6 (Thursday) Rest Day - Achill
The guesthouses in Achill are situated in the village of Keel, overlooking a stunning
beach.
DAY 7 (Friday) Westport
Return by cycling along Clew Bay to the village of Newport for lunch. In the afternoon,
return along the Western Way to Westport for a final night on the town.
DAY 8 (Saturday) Departure
The tour finishes with a final breakfast together.
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What your Guided Cycle includes: |
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• 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
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