Wild Atlantic Way Central – Clare, Galway & Mayo

Your adventure will begin in timeless County Clare, where you could hop on a boat tour of the Shannon Estuary for an opportunity to spot dolphins.

Take the Loop Head scenic drive for sweeping views over the Atlantic Ocean and visit some Star Wars filming locations. Or explore some of County Clare’s unique landscapes, including the Bridge of Ross and Kilkee Cliffs.
Overnight – Doolin

Rise early and visit the majestic Cliffs of Moher, standing 702 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. Make time to visit Lahinch, a sweeping sandy beach popular with surfers. Next, travel inland to Poulnabrone Dolmen on the Burren limestone plateau, Ireland’s oldest megalithic monument.

Finish your day at a cosy pub in Doolin, the home of traditional Irish music.
Overnight – Doolin

You will receive a warm welcome in this compact and vibrant city. Get your bearings on an included City Sightseeing Bus Tour which visits the most famous sights, including Eyre Square, the Spanish Arch and Galway Cathedral. Finish your day by indulging in local cuisine at one of the lively restaurants in the Latin Quarter.
Overnight – Galway

Today you could take a boat trip to Inishmore, the largest of the unique Aran Islands. Explore Dún Aonghasa, an impressive pre-historic hillfort perched above the Atlantic. You can hire a bike and visit Kilmurvey Beach with its crystal clear waters.

Once back on the mainland, drive the beautiful Burren coast towards Dunguaire Castle, which has a spectacular location on the shores of Galway Bay.
Overnight – Galway

Travel north to the glorious coast of Connemara. Enjoy endless opportunities for sea and sand, from the crystal-clear waters at Coral Beach on the Carraroe Peninsula, to the beauty spots of Gurteen Beach and Dog’s Bay. Make a stop at Derrigimlagh Discovery Centre to about Ireland’s fascinating involvement in transatlantic technology.
Overnight – Clifden area

Visit Clifden Castle before driving the Sky Road, Connemara’s spectacular peninsula. Enjoy tranquil white sands at Eyrephort Beach and at low tide, make your way to Omey, an uninhabited island connected to the mainland by a beach. Then, explore Connemara National Park, home to 2,000 hectares of glorious mountains, grassland, and woodlands.
Overnight – Clifden area

Today, make your way northeast towards Westport. Stop at Kylemore Abbey, a gothic mansion with extensive grounds built in 1868. Watch the landscape become more mountainous as you approach County Mayo, and make a stop at the wild and beautiful Doo Lough Valley. End the day with a boat trip on Killary Harbour, Ireland’s finest glacial fjord.
Overnight – Westport area

Explore Achill Island, home to picturesque landscapes and one of Ireland’s most stunning beaches, Keem Bay. For those seeking a physical challenge, climbing Croagh Patrick or hiking the Mullet Peninsula is a must. Don’t forget to visit the awe-inspiring Downpatrick Sea Stacks, towering rock formations that jut out of the Atlantic Ocean.
Overnight – Westport area

After breakfast, you might wish to explore County Mayo further, before your unforgettable Wild Atlantic Way holiday comes to an end.