Donegal From Cliffs to Coast

This trip, biking Donegal From Cliffs to Coast, features local accommodations chosen for their excellent location, service and comfort. All accommodations provide breakfast. Relax by the fire in comfortable countryside hotels, B&Bs, and guesthouses snuggled into some of Ireland’s most beautiful scenery surrounding quaint villages known for hand-weaving, the famous Glenveagh National Park and the glittering shores of the fjord Lough Swilly.

Single Rooms

There is no supplement charged to solo travellers, however, you will be required to share a room with another person of the same sex. If you request a double room for single occupancy, a supplement of €450 is charged.

Due to the nature of the accommodations we use, single supplements are limited and are allocated on a first come first served basis.

Room Types

Single – A private room with one large bed. Available for an additional supplement. Limited availability; allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Double – A shared room with one large bed.

Twin – A shared room with two separate single beds.

Breakfast is provided each morning, as well as lunch and snacks throughout the trip. Dinner is provided on the first and final evening of the trip. The other nights of the trip are free for you to dine where you choose. Local pubs and restaurants offer a wide choice of local dishes. Your guide can provide you with a list of local recommendations and can help you make any necessary reservations.

• 7 days of professional guiding with a lead guide, plus an assistant guide/support driver
• 6 nights accommodation in 3-star and 4-star hotels/inns/guest houses on a B&B basis
• Most meals as stated in the itinerary
• 7 days of road bike hire/rental, with an option to upgrade to E-bike
• Vehicle transport throughout, including ride support
• All luggage transfers throughout the trip
• Any required ferry transfers
• Entrance and admission fees, as stated in the itinerary
• Ride snacks, home-baking and drinks and some Wilderness extras

Blue Graded 4-6

Our blue graded trips are aimed at people who regularly enjoy road cycling and may have completed a multi-day cycle tour before. These trips include the occasional day with steeper climbs but with plenty of opportunities to stop and admire the view and take photos.

Harder days are usually followed by much easier ones both in terms of how much distance we cover that day and the number of steep ascents. Most days these trips allow plenty of time for exploring the surrounding area and enjoying relaxed lunches.

Distance typically ranges from 30-50 miles each with rolling terrain. On some days, you can expect some more challenging climbs and steeper descents. But remember, our support minivan will always be available to offer you a ride if you need it.

You will be met by your Wilderness Ireland Guide at Sligo Macdiarmada Train Station at 12:00 on Day 1 of your trip. You will be dropped off at Sligo Macdiarmada Train Station at 13:00 on the last day of your trip.

You can reach Sligo Train Station via a direct service from Dublin. Please contact us for more detailed information on reaching the start of this trip. Alternatively, please see our Travel to Ireland section here.

ETAs, or Electronic Travel Authorisation, are currently required for all visits to the UK, including Northern Ireland, except in the case where you are an Irish or British citizen or resident. On this trip, you may be transiting through Northern Ireland, so you will need to apply for an ETA before travelling.

To ensure a smooth and hassle-free journey, we recommend visiting the official UK Government website for the most up-to-date information and to apply for an ETA. Application and approval times are generally swift, but it’s best to apply early to ensure a stress-free trip. Any questions? Feel free to get in touch. 

Bike Hire/Rental

Road bike hire/rental is included in this itinerary, and E-bikes are supported on this trip. If you prefer an E-bike, they are available for a supplement.
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Bring Your Own Bike

You are also more than welcome to bring your own bike.

If you choose to do so, please ensure it’s in excellent working condition and has been recently serviced – either by you or by a reputable bike shop.

In addition, please bring the following:

• Multi-tool, including a chain tool
• Mini pump and/or CO2 canisters
• Two spare tubes and a puncture repair kit

Because we will need to load your bike onto one of our trailers, please ensure that:

• Your rear wheel is clear of any obstructions; including lights, mudguard or panniers
• Your tyres are no wider than 45mm

Due to the nature of our trips, we are unfortunately unable to carry bike boxes or bags with us, so please make prior arrangements if necessary.

If you have any questions at all, don’t hesitate to get in touch. Our friendly and knowledgable sales team are always delighted to answer any queries you may have.