From the bottom to the top!
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All on Tarmac
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Ride your own bike
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This is a self navigation ride
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Suitable for any bike capable of national speed limits
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Highlights include Ring of Kerry, Healy Pass,
Gap of Dunloe, Cliffs of Moher and Beara Peninsula -
Average of around 160 miles per day
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Camping - £795
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Limited places.
For illustration purposes only
WHAT IS IT
We're off to Ireland for an incredible week of coastal and back road riding as we trace much of the iconic Wild Atlantic Way. Starting out of Rosslare having caught the ferry from Fishguard on Saturday 15th August, we'll ride the full loop, from the furthest point south to the furthest point north, taking in epic passes such as Healy Pass and Priest's Leap, stopping off along the way at iconic locations such as the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, home of Father Ted's house and the Ring of Kerry. We'll eat in local Irish bars and complete the loop by heading to Belfast for the evening ferry into Liverpool, arriving back Sunday morning of the 23rd.
HOW IT WORKS:
This trip is supported in that two members of Dorothy's team will be on hand to assist and point all in the right direction and help deal with any issues, however riders will be given GPX files and a paper route book so that they can enjoy the ride at their own pace, stop when they want and ride with the other members of the group who share their approach. Over the years I've found this self sufficiency model to be the best way for riders to fully experience the ride and build their own confidence for the next one.
Daily distances average around 160 miles. Along the way there are some single track roads with grass down the middle. Other parts are open and flowing. There's some challenging riding instore and the weather is what it is; Ireland, though for the last two years running we've been blessed by the sunshine Gods!
WHO IS IT FOR?:
It's for anyone who wants to have an adventure in Ireland. If you've done Scotland and the rest of the UK then Ireland is a great place to head to next. It's quieter than Scotland. Some would say it has better food and the welcoming is warm. It's also for people who've travelled more extensively but who fancy something nice and manageable closer to home. It's just a great place to cut your adventure chops with like minded people.
Bike choice is open to you. Anything capable of a sustained 50mph is manageable. I'd say 250cc and above, although smaller bikes have done the trip before. Being able to self navigate means that you can ride to your own pace if you do come on a smaller machine, or equally for those who like a lot of coffee breaks! Packing light is key. No need to overload. A change of clothes and some good waterproofs.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
The price includes the return ferry to and from Ireland, road book, cabin on the overnight ferry from Belfast and and all camping accommodation along the way. The road book and GPX files will be issued approximately 2 months ahead of the departure date.
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED?
The price doesn't include fuel, food and spending money. Riders will also need to check their own vehicle insurance to make sure cover extends to Ireland, with breakdown cover advised. It also advised that you take out suitable travel insurance and note that there is no provision for personal injury insurance. Riders embark on this trip at their own risk.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
You need a well serviced and travel ready machine. It needs fresh tyres and any other consumable for what will be approximately a 1000 mile trip. You will need decent riding kit, including sturdy boots and good waterproofs. Camping kit consisting of a basic pack list of tent, sleeping bag and inflatable mat. It's optional to take cooking equipment as usually there are local amenities nearby.
PILLION RIDER
Pillion riders are welcome, with an additional fee of £200 per pillion rider.
HOW DO I SIGN UP?
To secure you place click on the 'book now' which will take you through to the WeTravel booking portal, allowing riders to manage their own booking and payments, as well as add on things like pillion rider and single cabin on the ferry. Any problems please just get in touch.
This tour will be led by David Shaw and another member of the Dorothy's team.