Hiking and Cultural Adventure from Donegal to Belfast
A Northern Arc Across Ireland
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We'll hear the best local musicians, hike clifftop trails, and meet a host of Con and Ann's friends, including a Yeats scholar and an expert on Celtic myths. Along the way, each day is tailored for serendipity—that's what makes a journey with Con and Ann so unforgettable.<\/p>","Long_Description":"<p>The mystical landscapes that inspired W. B. Yeats—the wild beaches of Donegal, the ancient pilgrim paths of Gleann Cholm Cille, the spectacular cliffs of Slieve League and the intriguing Giant's Causeway—these are the stunning landscapes that fill our adventure in Ireland's stunning north. Trip Leaders Con Moriarty and Ann Curran have conjured up a journey to delight both body and soul in this dramatic and delightfully less traveled part of Ireland, bringing us across the north of the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Our adventure includes exhilarating hiking with two levels offered many days, as well as welcoming and historic hotels, wonderful meals (Ireland's new food scene is renowned, with tremendous farm to table cuisine), music, poetry, and a fascinating look into prehistoric and pagan Ireland. Highlights include walking the wild beaches of Donegal, hearing the best of local musicians, hiking clifftop trails to the spectacular Giant's Causeway, and meeting a host of Con and Ann's friends, including a Yeats scholar and an expert on Celtic myths. Along the way, we'll tailor each day for serendipity and the special opportunities that arise—this is what makes a journey with Con and Ann so unforgettable. 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Throughout his life, the intriguing story of Ireland and its people has been a passion for Con, and sharing this with travelers is a privilege he is grateful for. Traveling with Con and his friends in Ireland is truly a learning adventure, walking and experiencing the \"hidden Ireland.\" A keen observer of world affairs and an active mountaineer all his life, Con has traveled and climbed throughout the world, extensively in the mountain environments of Scotland, the European Alps, the US, Nepal, Kenya, Irian Jaya, Australia, Patagonia, and New Zealand."}],"guestreviews":[{"GuestNames":"Diane S.","GuestLocation":"Greenville, SC","GuestReview":"Absolutely loved it—the guides and itinerary were fantastic. And the personal connections that Con has with fascinating people along the way really enriched the experience. "},{"GuestNames":"Inge K.","GuestLocation":"Concord, MA","GuestReview":"I loved the blend of walks, scenery, and cultural experiences on this trip. 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Overview
The mystical landscapes that inspired W. B. Yeats, the wild beaches of Donegal, and the ancient pilgrim paths of Gleann Cholm Cille are on this adventure in Ireland's stunning north. Trip Leaders Con Moriarty and Ann Curran have conjured up a journey for both body and soul in this delightfully less-traveled realm, with great hikes (two levels offered many days), historic hotels, music, poetry, and a fascinating look into prehistoric and pagan Ireland. We'll hear the best local musicians, hike clifftop trails, and meet a host of Con and Ann's friends, including a Yeats scholar and an expert on Celtic myths. Along the way, each day is tailored for serendipity—that's what makes a journey with Con and Ann so unforgettable.
Arrive: Dublin, Ireland
Depart: Dublin, Ireland
Highlights
- Choose between moderate or strenuous hikes most days
- Explore the trails of legendary County Sligo (Yeats Country) and the sea cliffs of Slieve League
- Hike the gorgeous beaches of Donegal, walk pilgrim trails in the remote glen of Gleann Cholm Cille
- Visit lively Belfast, with its great pubs and famed Titanic museum
- Enjoy an insider's look at the complex political, cultural, and religious history of northern Ireland
Itinerary
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Meeting in Dublin, we head to Belfast to explore this lively town and visit the spectacular Titanic Belfast museum. Our hike on the North Antrim Coastal Path traces the cliff-lined “Causeway Coast,” with breathtaking seascapes along the top of Ireland, ending at the famed Giant's Causeway, with its unique columnar geology. Hiking across Knockalla Ridge, we descend to the great sweep of Ballymacstocker, one of Ireland's most beautiful beaches.
In the remarkable rural settlements of the Irish-speaking community of Gaoth Dobhair (Gweedore), we discover a region rich in Gaelic culture, with strong music, song, and dance traditions. A stunning hike takes us across an expanse of wild heathlands and over the great cliffs of Glen Head down to the secluded glen of Gleann Cholm Cille, a powerful place of pilgrimage. Another hike brings us to a sweep of wild beaches in Donegal Bay and along the soaring sea cliffs of Slieve League, among the highest in Europe.
In enchanting County Sligo, renowned for its traditional music, we hike the spectacular limestone plateau of Knocknarea, the mountain that holds the huge rocky cairn of Queen Maeve's grave, and have a “Yeats evening” with local literary friends. We'll hike the dramatic table mountain of Benbulben, home to many Irish legends (we'll hear a few!), and take a gentle ramble through the incredible archaeological landscape of Carrowmore, which holds the largest complex of Neolithic and Bronze Age stone circles in all of Ireland. Depart on Day 10 via Dublin.
Dates & Pricing
Payment & Cancel Schedule
$600 due at time of reservation
90 days prior to departure: Balance
Cancellation & Transfer Schedule
Up to 91 days prior to departure: No Charge!
61-90 days prior to departure: 25% of trip cost
46-60 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost
45 days or less: 100% of trip cost
Included
- Expert leadership of a Wilderness Travel Trip Leader and local guides
- Accommodations in fine hotels and country guesthouses
- All meals included except 1 dinner as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
- A glass of wine or beer with dinner
- All ground transportation and baggage handling from meeting until departure
- All activities as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
Not Included
- Travel to and from the arrival and departure location as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
- Additional hotel nights outside the trip's scheduled dates
- Optional gratuities to Trip Leaders or staff
- Optional travel insurance
- Other expenses of a personal nature (some alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.)
Accommodations
Listed below are our signature accommodations for this trip. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.
Fitzwilliam Hotel
Days 1-2 (2 nights)
The five-star Fitzwilliam is conveniently located on Great Victoria Street, just a two-minute walk from the Grand Opera House. Guest rooms have Egyptian linens, modern décor, and elegant bathrooms. Enjoy a glass of wine or prosecco in the lively bar or a savory treat from the afternoon tea menu.
Castle Grove Country House Hotel
Days 3-5 (3 nights)
You can expect a warm welcome at this elegant Georgian house that stands on its own estate overlooking Lough Swilly. As country house retreats go, it lives up to its promise, with cozy charm and service to match. With just 15 guest rooms (with en suite facilities), it's a delightful and intimate place to stay while exploring the surrounding countryside. The dining room serves excellent food.
Woodhill House
Days 6-7 (2 nights)
Woodhill House is a modest period home dating back to the 15th century. Situated in the Donegal Highlands close enough to the Atlantic to hear waves crashing, the house is nestled in a lovely walled garden and has simple, pleasant rooms, each with its own design. An intimate bar and spacious dining room complement the quiet surroundings.
Coopershill House
Days 8-9 (2 nights)
Built in the late 1700s, this Georgian manor is set amid 500 acres of private pastures, green meadows, and shaded woodlands. The home has been in the same family for centuries, currently occupied by the 7th generation of O'Hara's. The hotel is decorated with its original antique furniture, and guests are welcomed with open fires and views of the rolling Sligo countryside. Electric blankets, cozy duvets, and fluffy towels warm the rooms, while the gardens are filled with fruit trees and local vegetables. The friendly, local staff is delighted to share insights about nearby activities and the history of the area.
Alternate Hotel: Temple House
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Trip Leaders
Ann Curran
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Con Moriarty
View ProfileWhat the Trip is Like
This trip is rated a Level 3 or 4 (Moderate or Moderately Strenuous), depending on the hiking options you choose. You will need to be comfortable hiking 8 miles a day and being on your feet for up to 5 hours a day. You will need to be able to keep up with the moderate but steady pace of the group; however, there are alternative hiking options available most days. Trail conditions, weather, and the group's level of fitness can affect hiking times and pacing.
Review Trip Level Details
Average Hiking Day
- 5-6 miles
- 3-4 hours
- 500-600 feet gain/loss
- Day 9: 8-10 miles, 4-5 hours, 2,000 feet gain/loss; alternative option of 3-5 miles, 2-3 hours, 500 feet gain/loss
Some paths and trails are well-groomed, but many can be rough with rocky and uneven terrain. With the frequent rain, trails can be muddy or even wet underfoot. As is common in Ireland, we may sometimes hike off-trail where the terrain allows, gaining lofty summits via switchbacks across wide, grassy hillsides. Hiking boots with ankle support are always best and hiking poles are recommended.
This trip takes place when Ireland has some of its best weather. Being the Emerald Isle, however, you must be prepared for rain showers at any time. Ireland's weather is dictated by the pressure systems coming in from the Atlantic and is notoriously variable. Gore-Tex outerwear, warm layers, and proper boots are necessary. Overall, Ireland's climate is milder than Britain's, thanks to the Gulf Stream, and a morning of rain can easily be followed by a brilliant blue sky and abundant sunshine.
Our accommodations range from historic “big houses” (family-owned and run guesthouses), to lodges and hotels. They are charming and comfortable, but since they are often in historic buildings, the rooms are not always of uniform or international size. Our leaders do their best to assign rooms in a fair way so that all participants experience an equal advantage throughout the trip as a whole. Single rooms can be requested but are not always available, due to the limited space in the hotels. If you prefer a single room, please make your request as early as possible.
Most lunches are picnic-style during our hikes, but we occasionally stop at a local cafe or pub. Dinners will be at restaurants in town or at the hotels, and plenty of fresh seafood is available. Please note that in Europe, the dinner hour is considerably later than what it is in the US. We do our best to secure early reservations for our groups, but most often the evening meal will be at 7:30 pm.
We will use a mini-coach/van throughout the trip, which will transport the group's luggage, so you only need to carry a daypack for items you need for the day (rain gear, sweater, camera, water bottle, etc.). Trip members are always free to skip a day's hike and travel to the next destination in the support vehicle (or remain at the hotel if we are not transferring that day).
Client Testimonials
"Absolutely loved it—the guides and itinerary were fantastic. And the personal connections that Con has with fascinating people along the way really enriched the experience. "
Diane S.
Greenville, SC
"I loved the blend of walks, scenery, and cultural experiences on this trip. The itinerary took us through the eons, from 10,000-year-old middens on the beach, to 6,000-year-old tombs, to centuries-old castles and the invasion by the Scotch-Irish, to The Troubles in the 1970s and modern Ireland. All while enjoying incredibly beautiful scenery and meeting lovely local people."
Inge K.
Concord, MA
"We were impressed by the beauty of the countryside, mountains, and coasts, and the friendliness of the people we encountered. We also learned an enormous amount about Irish history and culture, greatly exceeding my expectations in that area."
Rob C.
Concord, MA
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With more than 200 different adventures to choose from, we want to help you find the trip that’s right for you. Our Trip Level system ranks each trip in two ways: a number rating from 1 to 6 according to the activity, and general travel rigors. 1 is the easiest and 6+ the most difficult—see descriptions below for explanations of each number. A plus (+) sign means the trip is a bit more strenuous than other trips of that level. The detailed explanation of each trip—below the bar with the number rating—is perhaps more important, specifying activities, altitudes, hiking, and travel conditions. The Detailed Itinerary, available by download or mail, gives further information. Our Area Managers can also answer questions and guide you to the trip that best suits your interests.
Level 1 – Easiest
Non-camping journeys, optional walks, little elevation gain or loss.
Level 2 – Easy to Moderate
Hotel nights and/or safari-style camping, hikes of two to four hours on some days. Other physical activities are sometimes included, such as optional sea kayaking.
Level 3 – Moderate
Half- to full-day hikes (3-6 hours) over rolling countryside on most days, occasional steep trails. Many of our hotel-based walking tours are in this category, as are our snorkeling adventures.
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Level 4 – Moderate to Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-6 hours), mountainous terrain, significant elevation gains and losses (hiking up or down as much as 3,000 feet) on many days. Altitudes no greater than about 10,000 feet.
Level 5 – Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Trips with hiking at average altitudes of 10,000 to 12,000 feet are in this category.
Level 6 – Very Strenuous
Full-day hikes (5-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Most hikes take place at altitudes above 10,000 feet, with some days ascending as high as 18,000 feet.
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