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May 1–17, 2025

### Trip Overview

Embark on a breathtaking journey through the heart of Ireland, from the lively streets of Dublin to the remote cliffs and emerald isles of the northwest. With spectacular moderate hikes, cinematic scenery, island adventures, and warm local charm, this trip blends outdoor exploration with cultural immersion. Our group will travel together in a private 32 passenger bus with our own driver AND personal guide — Con O’Donnell, a longtime member of our hiking group.

### Planned Highlights-some changes to be expected

  • Dublin sightseeing, including Trinity College & the Book of Kells, Guinness Storehouse, and historic castles
  • Hikes at Giant’s Causeway, Malin Head, Mount Errigal, Glenveagh, Aranmore Island, Glencolmcille, and Sliabh Liag
  • Scenic journey from Donegal to Dingle with stops at Sligo, Galway, Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle, and Adare
  • Iconic hikes on the Dingle Way and the Kerry Way
  • Evenings in colorful towns with music, pubs, and local culture

### Day-to-Day Summary

May 1: Depart San Francisco
May 2–3: Dublin sightseeing and hop-on-hop-off bus tour
May 4–7: Letterkenny based hiking — Giant’s Causeway, Malin Head, Ards Forest, Mount Errigal, Glenveagh
May 8: Ferry to Aranmore Island — hike and overnight
May 9–11: Donegal based hiking — Glencolmcille, Sliabh Liag
May 12: Scenic drive to Dingle via Sligo, Galway, Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty, Adare
May 13–14: Best of the Dingle Way hikes, transfer to Killarney
May 15–16: Two days hiking the Kerry Way highlights, return to Dublin
May 17: Fly home

It is moderate hiking with a challenge or two thrown in!

### Cost

  • Double Occupancy: $3,000 per person (this is a bit higher than usual due to the dedicated bus and driver we will have)
  • Single Occupancy: +$700
  • Airfare: Approx. $1,200 round-trip nonstop SFO–Dublin
  • Business class approx. $4,400

We can take about 18 people. Everyone will go on the waiting list. People that have been hiking regularly in 2025 on the longer day hikes will get first dibs!
Please be aware that all ADDITIONS AND ADD ONS TO THE TRIP NEED TO BE DONE AFTER THE ESTABLISHED TRIP.

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