Bike Along the Dingle Peninsula
A County Kerry bicycle adventure!
Experience incredible Dublin before you set out on your Dingle Peninsula biking tour! Pedal your way through beautiful Tralee, Cloghane, Inch, and Dingle! Stop along the way to enjoy the beautiful scenery and to stay in cozy B&Bs. Choose from a 9- or 10-night option to best suit your needs.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- 1 night in Dublin at the Ashling Hotel or Jurys Inn Christchurch
- Standard class rail from Dublin to Tralee
- 7 night/ 8 day Self-guided Cycling tour, including the following:
- 1 night in Tralee at the Derreen Tighue B&B, or similar
- 1 night in Cloghane at O’Connors, or similar
- 3 nights in Dingle at the Ashes B&B, or similar
- 1 night in Inch at the Inch Beach Guest House, or similar
- 1 night in Tralee at the Derreen Tighue B&B, or similar
- Premium quality Hybridge bikes with GPS units, maps, and details cycling guides
- Support vehicle to move your luggage each night
- Standard class rail from Tralee to Dublin
- 1 night in Dublin at the Ashling Hotel or Jurys Inn Christchurch
- Full Irish Breakfast Daily
Great Ways to Explore
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Feast your eyes on unbeatable views of Slea Head and Blasket Island.
- Surrounded by soaring hills, grassy meadows, and stone cottages, you'll feel like you're riding through a postcard.
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Catch live music at Dublin's oldest pub, The Brazen Head.
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Treat yourself to a bowl of traditional Irish stew - the perfect pre-cycling meal!
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Get to know Irish culture during your stays in cute villages like Cloghane and Dingle.
Welcome to Ireland! You'll spend your first night in Dublin. Soak up the sights, cozy up with a pint at a pub, and get ready for your bicycle tour!
Take a pretty train ride to Tralee, where you'll pick up your bikes from your B&B and start pedaling! Over the next few days, you'll travel through Cloghane, Dingle, and Inch. Soak up the beautiful scenery, chat with locals as you go, and spend your nights in quaint B&Bs! End each day with a pint in a pub as you get ready for another day of stunning scenery and active adventure.
You'll return to Tralee for a night before taking the train back to Dublin for your final night. Be sure you celebrate your amazing cycle tour accomplishment before you fly home!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Dublin (DUB)
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- 1 night in Dublin at the Ashling Hotel or Jurys Inn Christchurch
- Standard class rail from Dublin to Tralee
- 7 night/ 8 day Self-guided Cycling tour, including the following:
- 1 night in Tralee at the Derreen Tighue B&B, or similar
- 1 night in Cloghane at O’Connors, or similar
- 3 nights in Dingle at the Ashes B&B, or similar
- 1 night in Inch at the Inch Beach Guest House, or similar
- 1 night in Tralee at the Derreen Tighue B&B, or similar
- Premium quality Hybridge bikes with GPS units, maps, and details cycling guides
- Support vehicle to move your luggage each night
- Standard class rail from Tralee to Dublin
- 1 night in Dublin at the Ashling Hotel or Jurys Inn Christchurch
- Full Irish Breakfast Daily
-
Feast your eyes on unbeatable views of Slea Head and Blasket Island.
- Surrounded by soaring hills, grassy meadows, and stone cottages, you'll feel like you're riding through a postcard.
-
Catch live music at Dublin's oldest pub, The Brazen Head.
-
Treat yourself to a bowl of traditional Irish stew - the perfect pre-cycling meal!
-
Get to know Irish culture during your stays in cute villages like Cloghane and Dingle.
Welcome to Ireland! You'll spend your first night in Dublin. Soak up the sights, cozy up with a pint at a pub, and get ready for your bicycle tour!
Take a pretty train ride to Tralee, where you'll pick up your bikes from your B&B and start pedaling! Over the next few days, you'll travel through Cloghane, Dingle, and Inch. Soak up the beautiful scenery, chat with locals as you go, and spend your nights in quaint B&Bs! End each day with a pint in a pub as you get ready for another day of stunning scenery and active adventure.
You'll return to Tralee for a night before taking the train back to Dublin for your final night. Be sure you celebrate your amazing cycle tour accomplishment before you fly home!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Dublin!
Upon arrival in Ireland's capital, enjoy a comfortable transfer to your hotel and settle in. Spend the rest of your day discovering Dublin on your own! Marvel at the architecture of iconic castles and cathedrals, then get lost in the spirit of the Temple Bar District!
Transfer to Dublin hotel
Leonardo Dublin Christchurch Hotel is only a short walk from the best of Dublin. Enjoy close proximity to Temple Bar, Grafton Street, and more. Stay local and explore the offerings of Dublin such as the National Museum of Ireland, or adventure further out to take in the vibrant culture of the cities around Dublin. The hotel is close to public transit as well, which will make your day trips to Belfast, Galway, and Cork easier than ever.
Offering 182 brightly lit guestrooms, the hotel is well-equipped to accommodate your travel needs whether you are traveling alone or in a group. Wheelchair accessible guestrooms are available on request for guests with special mobility needs. Start your day with breakfast in the hotel's restaurant or unwind at the end of the day with a cocktail from the richly refurbished bar or sample the traditional Irish cuisine for dinner.
Day 2. Dublin - Tralee
Wave goodbye to Dublin, for now! Today, you'll hop on a train to Tralee, where you'll begin your bicycling adventure. Upon arrival, check into your charming B&B. Your bikes will be waiting for you!
If time allows, take a short tide to the lovely fishing port of Fenit, and then to historic Ardfert! Enjoy the history and scenery each destination has to offer.
Train from Dublin to Tralee!
Check-in - Derreen Tighue B&B
Day 3. Tralee - Cloghane
Refuel with a full Irish breakfast, then cycle along the northern shores of the Dingle Peninsula! Catch a glimpse of the Slieve Mish Mountains on your left, and stop to admire Tralee Bay on your right. This route takes you through the breathtaking landscapes of Castlegregory, so feel free to take a photo break!
Upon arrival in the picturesque village of Cloghane, treat yourself to a well-deserved meal and check-in to your next accommodation!
Day 4. Cloghane - Dingle
This morning, you'll have the opportunity to bike through Brandon and stunning Conor Pass. Stop to take in the breathtaking views that stretch for miles!
Feel yourself get excited when you see the fishing port town of Dingle come into sight. Check-into your accommodation and explore the adorable streets at your own pace!
Check-in - Ashes B&B
Day 5. Dingle
Rise and shine! Recharge with a yummy Irish breakfast, then cycle via Ventry to Slea Head. Feel yourself gasp at breathtaking views of the Blasket Sound and Great Blasket Island! From Slea Head, you'll cycle to beautiful Dunquinn, and then onto Ballyferriter. Feel free to stop in the villages and grab a bite - or a pint!
Make your way back to Dingle in the evening.
A Tip For Your Trip: If you're interested in visiting Blasket Island, consider cycling to Dunquinn Harbour and taking the ferry out!
Day 6. Dingle
Ahh, another day waking up in Dingle! Today, you may want to cycle north through the village of Ballydavid and on to Brandon Creek. In the mood to hike, instead? Take the Saints Road up Mount Brandon on foot!
Day 7. Dingle - Inch
Enjoy another day of the Dingle Peninsula's unbeatable beauty! Cycle east towards the magnificent beach town of Inch. On your way, you may want to take a detour and visit the village of Annascaul, home to the famous explorer tom Crean. Upon arrival, take a stroll along the golden sand, then treat yourself to a meal at a seaside pub.
Check-in - Inch Beach Guest House
Day 8. Inch - Tralee
Get ready for another beautiful day! Today, continue along the coast to the historical harbor village of Castlemaine. After a quick stop, head north and take the "short mountain route" back to Tralee. On your way, you'll pass the legendary mythological Queen Scotia's grave. You'll also see stunning views over Tralee Bay and North Kerry!
Day 9. Tralee - Dublin
Your cycling adventure may end today, but your journey is far from over! After breakfast, hop on a train to the capital of the Emerald Isle. Upon arrival in Dublin, check-in to your hotel and begin exploring! Treat yourself to a pint in the Temple Bar area, then stroll along Grafton Street.
Train from Tralee to Dublin!
Leonardo Dublin Christchurch Hotel is only a short walk from the best of Dublin. Enjoy close proximity to Temple Bar, Grafton Street, and more. Stay local and explore the offerings of Dublin such as the National Museum of Ireland, or adventure further out to take in the vibrant culture of the cities around Dublin. The hotel is close to public transit as well, which will make your day trips to Belfast, Galway, and Cork easier than ever.
Offering 182 brightly lit guestrooms, the hotel is well-equipped to accommodate your travel needs whether you are traveling alone or in a group. Wheelchair accessible guestrooms are available on request for guests with special mobility needs. Start your day with breakfast in the hotel's restaurant or unwind at the end of the day with a cocktail from the richly refurbished bar or sample the traditional Irish cuisine for dinner.
Day 10. Depart Ireland
Squeeze all your souvenirs into your luggage and enjoy a convenient transfer to the airport. Spend your flight home dreaming about your next adventure!