The South West of Ireland Peninsulas Guided Motorcycle Tour
6 Days (5 Nights) : 8th - 13th September, 2011
The first day is an easy one, in the morning after a briefing you will pick up your rental motorbike. We will then go on an orientation ride along the shores of Strangford lough and on into the Mourne Mountains to allow you to get a feel for the bike. In the afternoon we will then travel back to Belfast and your hotel for the night where you can pack all your luggage onto the motorbike ready for the start of the tour proper the next morning.
The next morning will be an early start for a ride to Dublin and then across the southern counties of Ireland to the bustling town of Killarney in County Kerry where we'll take up residence for four nights in our comfortable 3 Star Hotel, situated a short distance from the town.
The Dingle Peninsula juts out into the Atlantic Ocean - Ireland's most westerly point. Here Mount Brandon and other hills majestically soar over unspoiled valleys and sparkling mountain streams tumble to the lakes below, ride over the Conor pass (Ireland's highest mountain pass), see the offshore Blasket Islands if the day's clear, maybe spot a dolphin in Dingle's sheltered bay, and lots more. The peninsula is a Gaeltacht, an area where the Irish Language is practised.
The Iveragh Peninsula is home to the famous Ring of Kerry scenic drive, we'll go around in the direction least favoured by the tourist coaches. We'll make a few detours off the main road to let you see some of the stunning scenery, beautiful beaches and views of Ireland's highest mountain, Carrantuohill, if it's clear.
The lesser known Beara Peninsula sees us crossing into County Cork for part of the day. The Gulf Stream influences the flora of this part of Ireland, allowing many species of sub tropical plant to survive, you'll notice this as we follow the road mostly around the coast through the pretty towns and villages, and past Hungry Hill and Sugarloaf Mountain.
Tuesday morning sees us bid farewell to Killarney and make our way back to Dublin and then continuing to our base.
We will be staying in a comfortable 3 Star hotel a short distance (few minutes) from Killarney, there is safe parking for motorcycles, well stocked bars and live entertainment on Saturday and Sunday evenings, possibly other evenings too.
Rental Motorcycle and Tour - Rider and passenger (sharing) £1695
Lowered Bikes Available
(Prices shown include rental of motorcycle, experienced tour guide, B&B or 3 star hotel accommodation. Not included are fuel, food (except breakfast), drinks, ferries, parking, entrance to tourist sites, fines, tickets or any other personal costs you may incur during your trip).