Tours
All tours will commence at 12 noon of the first day listed in the
itinerary.
20% discount for groups of 4 or more people.
Monday 23rd June – Monday 30th June
Come join us in experiencing the spectacular backdrops in the west coast of Ireland. We will take to terrain as diverse as the pedestrianised streets of Galway city, the sandy beaches of County Clare and the wilderness of Connemara. During your stay, we will be taking you on runs at a leisurely pace so as to best enjoy and soak up the surroundings, but if you prefer something more challenging, that will not be a problem!
It is often said that there are two sides to Ireland, the tourist side and the real side. At Irish Running Tours we bring you the latter. We have the local knowledge and will bring you to the places that are loved by the locals. It’s about finding the best pint, the best place for music, the best fish & chips, the best hotel. If you are looking for shamrocks and leprechauns, then you have come to the wrong place. If you are looking to get into the heart of Ireland, the Ireland that we live in then you are talking to the right people. Simply put, live it!
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Monday 11th August – Monday 18th August
We’ve all heard of the French Riviera and the Italian Riviera, well let us share with you our very own little Riviera, one of Irelands best kept secrets. This part of Ireland is also known as the sunny south east, so if its sun & sand that you are after, then this is the tour for you. You will have the chance to run in such places as the picturesque seaside village of Ballycotton, situated on a rocky peninsula that overlooks Ballycotton Bay. A mile off shore stands Ballycotton Lighthouse, now unmanned but still guiding the shipping that transverse this stretch of Irish coastline.
We will also take in what some local people call Ireland’s real capital, Cork City. The city had the honor of been named the European capital of culture in 2005. It is home to many parks, rivers and lakes, along with many cultural and heritage attractions. The city also boasts a year long calendar of festivals ranging from folk, jazz, choral & film. It is also a great city for getting in some hill training!
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Monday 7th July – Monday 14th July
Monday 8th September – Monday 15th September
Famous for its literary tradition, Ireland’s capital has been home to writers from Jonathan Swift to William Butler Yeats and James Joyce. A visit to Dublin allows you to explore both the historical and the hip, from castles and churches to cafés and clubs. Those in search of the perfect pint need look no further than one of Dublin’s thousand pubs. The vibrant city life brims with traditional Irish culture and trendy European cool - all set against the backdrop of its stunning coastline.
Dublin is special, a place where tradition and cultural heritage have merged seamlessly over the centuries to create an atmosphere simply unique to the city. You can take in such attractions as the world famous Trinity College and Malahide Castle, a beautiful restored residence with distinctive elegance and charm. The extensive grounds of the Castle are also home to the delightful Fry Model Railway and the Talbot Botanic Gardens.
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Friday July 18th – Monday July 21st (Weekend Break)
Monday Aug 25th – Mon Sept 1st
Monday 22nd September – Monday 29th September
This tour will bring us up to the top of Ireland, to the beautiful Antrim coast. The area was largely ignored by visitors for a long time due to the troubles, but with that behind us, people are now getting to enjoy this breathtaking scenery.
The tour will include a walk over a 300 year old rope bridge, and a visit to the town of Bushmills, famous for its whiskey. It may actually be a good idea to visit Bushmills before we tackle the rope bridge, just incase the oul nerves need steadying !
The surrounding area is known as Larrybane, meaning ancient white site, referring to the great limestone cliffs near the bridge. Archaeological evidence suggests the site was inhabited by Neolithic man, and remains have also been found of an ancient promontory fort dating from around 800AD.
A quarry was in operation at Larrybane until the early 1970s, mining the limestone for chalk. The area provides some of the most spectacular views along this part of the coast – of Rathlin Island to the north and the Scottish coast to the east. Larrybane also marks the beginning of the Causeway Coast Path, which stretches 12 miles west to the Giant’s Causeway, perfect for a leisurely run.
We will also take in the city of Belfast. You can enjoy award winning restaurants, atmospheric bars, cutting edge clubs, a burgeoning shopping scene, world class theatres, live music, galleries and fabulous festivals.
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When you think of going to Ireland, what is it that you think about. Is it running in the footsteps on your ancesters in the county where they were born, is it going to the Clarence Hotel in Dublin on the off chance that you might see the owners, U2, or could it be going to the ancient hill of Tara, or maybe even taking in the world famous Galway races during your stay?
Do you feel like challenging yourself and competing in a race while you are here? There are road races all around the country almost all year round in Ireland these days, so just tell our staff what it is you are looking to do. You may even be able to tell your friends back home that you got your 5K pb in Ireland.
Tell us what it is you want, and when you want to do it, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Also, don’t forget to ask our staff about our group rates for families, corporations and running clubs.
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Tour Includes
Accommodation in 3 star hotel or B&B including breakfast.
3 evening meals.
Bottled water and towels during all runs.
Laundry facilities for running gear.
Entry to race where applicable
Daily guided runs.
Souvenir t-shirt
Note:
Flights to and from Ireland are not included in the price of the tour.
The following items are essential:
Running gear for all occasions! Ireland is renowned for its weather, we can truly get ‘four seasons in one day’. With this in mind, our motto is, ‘be prepared’.
You should bring
- Good running shoes, preferably already broken in so as to avoid blisters
- Waterproof jacket
- Shorts / running pants
- T-shirts (long & short sleeved)
- Athletic socks
- Warm sweatshirt
- Woolen hat & gloves
- Sun hat
- And you may as well bring a swim suit as well, you never know !
There is a laundry service available but you are advised to bring at least 3 sets of running gear. (i.e. shorts / t-shirts / socks)
Other recommended items:
Vaseline, sun cream, band aids & sun glasses.
Tours Itinerary 2009
