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Ireland itself may be an island, but its rugged Atlantic coasts are home to many more islands, each more fascinating than the next. Remote and unchanged over the centuries, these islands are often havens for flora and fauna as well as bastions of Irish tradition, culture and language.
Explore some of Ireland’s iconic islands like Skellig Michael or the Aran Islands, or get off the beaten path a little to discover other magnificent island havens such as Inisbofin, Cape Clear, Clare Island, the Blaskets, Rathlin Island and more.
Privy to some of the most stunning and unspoilt views in Ireland, as you look out over the horizon, feel a tingle down your spine as you realise that the next stop… is North America.
Dotting the Irish coast of the Wild Atlantic Way and the Causeway Coast of Northern Ireland, find a number of islands ideal for outdoor lovers. Explore Ireland from a new perspective by blending hiking and island hopping. The gentle, rolling terrain of Ireland’s islands makes for gentle hikes that are accessible to all outdoor enthusiasts. Explore anything from dramatic cliffs and bizarre sea stacks to colonies of puffins, remote lighthouses, abandoned villages and settlements once home to monks (and Jedi!) on our hiking trips.
Easy Difficulty: Green 2
Easy Difficulty: Green 2
Easy Difficulty: Green 3
Perhaps you prefer to visit Ireland by bike. While many of Ireland’s islands are small, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a bit of two-wheeled exploration! The Aran Islands, in particular, are a perfect example, as no cars are allowed on the islands (except those belonging to island residents). Or challenge yourself with an epic journey biking through the five amazing and differing countries that make up the UK and Ireland in order to experience the incredibly diverse landscapes, cultures and history of these vastly different regions.
Easy Difficulty: Green 3
Intermediate difficulty: Blue 6
For adventurous families, take an active trip to Ireland on one of our family adventures. Discover Ireland’s wild corners with activities fun for the whole family, such as biking, hiking, foraging, paddling and other fun workshops. And in the mix, on each trip, you’ll get to visit an island too – from a pirate’s stronghold to a puffin colony or even the unbeatable Skellig Michael, your family will have the adventure of a lifetime.
Difficulty: At your own pace
Difficulty: At your own pace
Difficulty: At your own pace
For those adventurers looking for a bit more flexibility but without the worry of having to research, plan, and book your trip, perhaps a self drive vacation is more suited to your style. Our expert guides and local experts will meet you at various points to interpret the landscape, teach you new skills and show you the best secret spots – not to mention bring you to some of Ireland’s loveliest islands.
Difficulty: At your own pace
Difficulty: At your own pace
Difficulty: At your own pace
Difficulty: At your own pace
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