IRELAND (Self-guided)

ITINERARY

• Day 1

  Roscoff – Embarkation:

  Boarding the ferry for a scheduled departure at 11:00 pm (subject to change).

• Day 2

  Cork – Glenbeigh (125 km):

  Arrival in Cork late in the morning. First stage along the south coast with lunch in the charming village of Kinsale. Discovery of the Old Head peninsula and the first panoramas of the Wild Atlantic Way. The route then continues to Mizen Head, the westernmost point of Ireland, before crossing Macroom and reaching Glenbeigh, in the heart of Kerry.

• Day 3

  The Kerry Peninsula (244 km):

  A day dedicated to discovering one of Ireland’s most beautiful routes: the Ring of Kerry. Between the Healy, Ballaghsheen and Molly’s Gap passes, the scenery alternates between mountains, lakes and wild coastline. Passing through the spectacular Dunloe Gap before returning to Glenbeigh.

• Day 4

  Glenbeigh – Galway (275 km):

  Departure north towards Galway. Crossing the River Shannon by ferry, then riding towards the majestic Cliffs of Moher. Discovery of the Burren karst massif and Dunguaire Castle. The day continues on the Dingle Peninsula along the spectacular panoramic Slea Head Drive, reaching Dunquin Harbour.

• Day 5

  Galway – Sligo (268 km):

  Heading into Connemara, one of Ireland’s most iconic regions. Discovery of the village of Clifden, shimmering lakes and the rugged landscapes of the massif. Visit to Kylemore Castle and Abbey, followed by the Aasleagh Falls. The famous Sky Road provides a panoramic end to the stage before reaching Sligo.

• Day 6

  Sligo – Portrush (233 km):

  Riding north along the Benbulben massif, an emblem of the Sligo region. Discovery of the historic city of Derry and its Bogside district, a powerful symbol of Northern Irish history. Passing by Enniskillen Castle and through the rolling landscapes of the Sperrins Scenic Route before entering Northern Ireland and arriving in Portrush.

• Day 7

  Portrush loop (130 km):

  A day dedicated to discovering the legendary Causeway Coastal Route. Stops at the Joey Dunlop Memorial, the Giant’s Causeway and the famous Dark Hedges avenue, made famous by the Game of Thrones series. At the end of the day, there is the possibility of attending the NW200 Supersport race.

• Day 8

  Portrush – Belfast (171 km):

  Continuing along the north coast via the scenic Causeway Coastal Route, with its dramatic cliffs. Stops in the village of Cushendall and at Torr Head, before reaching Belfast. The afternoon is devoted to a visit to the Titanic Museum, recounting the history of the legendary liner.

• Day 9

  Belfast – Dublin (245 km):

  Discovery of Belfast’s famous mural paintings in the Shankill Road and Falls Road districts. The route then continues towards the seaside town of Newcastle, followed by a ride through the Mourne Mountains and along their coastal road. Arrival in Dublin in the late afternoon after passing by St Patrick’s Cathedral.

• Day 10

  Dublin:

  Morning dedicated to a visit of the Guinness Storehouse, an emblem of the Irish capital. Free afternoon to stroll through Dublin: discovery of Trinity College, the lively Temple Bar district, the Molly Malone statue and the famous Ha’penny Bridge.

• Day 11

  Dublin – New Ross (167 km):

  Heading south towards the Wicklow Mountains, known as the “Garden of Ireland”. Discovery of the Glendalough monastic site, an emblematic location set in the heart of wooded valleys, followed by the ascent of the Sally Gap, a spectacular panoramic road.

• Day 12

  New Ross – Dublin / Ferry return to Cherbourg:

  A liaison stage to reach the Dublin ferry terminal. Boarding in the late afternoon for the return crossing to France.

• Day 13

  Arrival in Cherbourg:

  Ferry arrival in the late morning. End of the journey and disembarkation of participants.