Customer Reviews

 

BIKE TOUR REVIEWS

“Many thanks for a wonderful trip – more than we could ever have hoped for! We could not have been more happy with our first trip to Ireland. We appreciate your knowledge … your attention to detail and for your passion and pride in the West Coast  and the time your spent making sure we did not get lost! Thank you!”   ~Michael and Liz McGovern,  West Coast Adventure Guided Tour

 

“Dear Fidelma, Thank you! Thank you for orchestrating such a wonderful vacation for us! Everyday was a memorable adventure and your warmth and knowledge enhanced the whole experience. We can’t wait too return! With much gratitude!”~Sara, Matt, Sam, Mandy and Nomi, West Coast Adventure Guided Tour

 

“We had a wonderful time, loved Will and the route is fantastic. We got lucky with the weather and what a lovely time to be in the Cotswolds… it was a fantastic trip overall!”  ~Marietta Robinson,   Oxford and the Cotswolds UK  Self Guided Bike Tour

 

“This was one of the best vacations of our lives. We will definitely be taking more vacations with you” ~Barbara and Shane Treadway

 

“I must say that everything has been excellent. (Five stars*****), even the weather you provided us. Many thanks.” ~Mauro and Gabriela Belisario

“We had a wonderful time. Many memories. Thank you for organizing a perfect trip!” ~Bennet and Penny Meyers, Wild Connemara Self Guided Adventure

 

“Thank you for orchestrating a vacation of a lifetime! From the breathtaking, spectacular landscape, to the clean and well kept inns, to the warm and welcoming people, we could not have been more pleased. We were both very impressed with the beauty of the everchanging landscape and the views at every turn. We are already trying to figure out a way to return to the Emerald Isle! Thank you also for the special care and attention you gave us in accommodating our bike  Best Wishes with your endeavours and we do hope we meet again!” ~ Todd and Anita Hittinger,  West Coast Adventure Guided Tour

 

“Fidelma, We sure enjoyed our trip with you this past summer. Great scenery, meals, hotels and seamless logistics!  You have a wonderful country and gave us many wonderful memories.” ~The McNeish Clan, West Coast Family Adventure

 

“Fidelma, Thanks again for managing such a wonderful cycling trip.  We loved it! The places we stayed,  the riding, the scenery, people and the food were all wonderful. Hamilton’s bar was one of a number of highlights. The chocolate truffles were amazing on the train ride as well…”  ~ Judy Neafsy, Wild Connemara Guided Tour

“Just a quick shout out on what a wonderful time the whole Hanrahan-Lundy clan had last June, exactly 1 year ago. Lynn, Grace, Eamon, Mary-Aidan and I just said last night at dinner how that was such a great trip.   We are so grateful to you (and Paddy) for making it so special. I hope we can do it again sometime.  We were thinking of trying the same thing in the Scottish Highlands sometime soon” ~ John Hanrahan and Family

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“Excellent experience. We were thrilled with the first rate tour guide, driver, support, tailored route//experience to our needs, historical information….. everything! Ireland was fantastic!” ~Kimberley and Darryl Minard

 

“This was absolutely one of the best trips I have ever taken.   The scenery was fantastic, the points of interest were great, and the lodging was fantastic.  In fact, the Delphi Lodge may just be the most fantastic and exquisite place I have ever visited.  I will definitely be a customer again in the future.  All in all, we couldn’t have asked for better trip!!”~Stacey Reherman

 

“We had a wonderful trip. The scenery, accommodation and food were all exceptional.  We really enjoyed spending a significant portion of our time in Ireland on bikes.”~Jeff Chapman & Lisa Nicola

 

“We loved our tour of Umbria, and as expected, CycleWest, provided us with the ultimate in a travel experience. We appreciate every small detail that you took care of, trusted our guide, and look forward to joining Fidelma, and her talented staff again for another exciting bicycle tour wherever they may travel!” ~Pete and Paulette Conte, 

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“It was a wonderful trip, one that I will truly remember always.  Thank you for making it so special.” ~Jenny Peterson

 

“We had a terrific trip and Patsy, in particular, made the experience an amazing one for our nine year old.  The weather was surprisingly beautiful, the accommodations wonderful – can’t wait to come back to Ireland! We had a terrific time this summer and would recommend Cycle West to anyone who asks (and several have)” ~Corey duBrowa and family, Family Connemara Adventure

 

“It was a lovely, wonderful experience and full of memories that we will treasure forever.” ~Carrie Krueger and family,  Private Family Tour

“We loved our trip and consider it one of our favourite vacations!  We loved discovering the Connemara region of Ireland…the people and the landscape were wonderful!  Thank you for taking such great care of us too. Thank you Aoife and John for working so hard to give us a fantastic trip. We are still humming our favourite Irish ballads” ~Jennifer and Keith Martin, Wild Connemara Adventure

 

“We still talk to one another often and with great pleasure about our trip. We have so many wonderful pictures of our trip. As wonderful as our week in Ireland was, it was hardly enough time to fully capture the depth and breadth of your beautiful country and we all hope to find ourselves back on your roads sometime in the future. Aoife, you were a big part of the whole fabulous experience. Thanks again to you for all the effort and attention you gave us.” ~Michael Riddell and family, Wild Connemara Family Adventure

 

“‘I had such a wonderful week with Patsy and Aoife.  From what my Irish friends mentioned, we were really quite lucky to have had such a clear week.  But I never visit Ireland for the weather so, rain or shine, it’s just a fantastic way to spend my time!’ ~ Mary Woods, West Coast Adventure

 

“Our trip was fabulous!. You really know how to organize a tour for the greatest scenery and  wonderful accommodations. ….the little lanes we spent the majority of our time on were so relaxing and fun to ride on. They also got us into the wilderness and I often felt we were a hundred miles from anywhere!” ~ Dan Peters & Family, Superior, Colorado

 

I have been telling everyone who will listen to me just how wonderful an experience my Ireland trip was.  My pictures are developed and I carry them with me all the time. I can honestly say it was the best vacation I have ever had. The sights, the people, the accommodations and even the challenge made for a very fulfilling experience. You have really done an excellent job in developing this program.  I would do it again in a heartbeat” ~ Peter D’Amico, Raleigh, NC

 

“We would like to thank you wholeheartedly for helping our experience in Ireland to be better than we’d ever expected!  Not only were you so hospitable to us by sharing so many beautiful sites of your “homeland”, but your attention to detail, your recommendations of places to eat and visit were all superb.” ~ Andrew and Kimmellin Hull

“You are such gracious hosts. All the arrangements worked out beautifully. I felt very safe and cared for every moment.   You are experts at your specialty” ~Lynne Sonntag

“…a great cycling trip.  The tour was fantastic – a great mix of scenery, Irish history, folklore and pubs! Our Irish honeymoon was very memorable”~ Marianne Ritzmann  &  Owen Gray

 

“10 out 10” ~ Andrew Rogers

“The biking vacation I took to Ireland was, by far, the best vacation I have ever had.”  Thank you, Fidelma.I hope that someday I might get an opportunity to take another bike tour in Ireland.  If I do it will be with the best – Cycle West! ” ~ Dan Lanigan

 

“…we are still reveling in memories of our wonderful trip.  Each one of us loved it and as a shared family experience it was really special.  .. you took such good care of us.  I have been recommending your trip to friends and family – you do an incredible job” ~ Tracy Pennoyer & Family

 

“We enjoyed a wonderful experience, relishing the magnificent terrain and welcoming spirit of its people” ~ Al Goldberg

 

“I want to thank you, Fidelma, for giving us the best honeymoon I ever could have imagined.  In my wildest dreams I never knew that I would get to have an experience like that, and it will always be such a wonderful memory for me”~ Carolyn Starck & Steve Craig

 

“My father and I had a wonderful time.  The cycling was adventurous.  I particularly enjoyed cycling on the tiny roads of Connemara—where sheep seem to be the only road traffic in many places.  Your knowledge of the region combined with your dedication to all the details of our trip enabled me to learn about the region, enjoy its beauty and cycle without a worry” ~ Brian Goldberg

 

“Thank you for a wonderful trip. It exceeded my expectations” ~ Susan Baer

 

“I have decided that Ireland is my favorite place on Earth!  I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed the bike tour. It was so beautiful and amazing!  I really want to go again” ~  Kelly Christensen

 

“We all had a wonderful time – everything we expected plus beautiful weather!  The scenery was grand, the villages, people, and pubs delightful, and the routes you selected for us were ideal” ~ Jim Sullivan & Family

 

“We had such a wonderful time!    It was one of our best family vacations.  It was so nice to be together, and to be outside on bicycles.  The kids would have been bored silly if they were on a tour bus the entire time.   Being on a bicycle is so liberating, and just so much fun.  And Patsy and Elizabeth were just the most amazing guides. Hopefully more families will do this, when they realize just how fantastic it is! ” ~
Kathleen & Patrick Eaton Robb 

 

“We want to thank you for helping us to have a wonderful trip. We loved the cycling, the views as well as the lovely places to stay and dine” ~Jay & Kappa Meadows

 

“My favourite day was the cycle from Leenane to Westport, seeing the mountains and fresh water lakes, plus the traffic was very low….” ~Michael Lewis & Family

 

“We appreciate the extra time you spent organising our beautiful Anniversary ceremony. We will remember it for the rest of our lives” ~
Becky and Dale Utt, celebrating their 25th Wedding Anniversary

 

Exciting New Cotswolds Bike Tour, England

Our new Cotswolds Bike Tour, England‘ takes you through the beautiful English countryside and explores a host of iconic places. Discover the Cotswolds, including the historical Blenheim Palace, home to Winston Churchill. Experience the most famous university city in the world, Oxford.  Visit the birthplace of Shakespeare, Stratford-Upon-Avon.

Guests stay in the best 4* hotels in the Cotswolds region, with unbeatable settings, wonderful accommodation and wonderful food.  Further options are available for those who want to stay in a country cottage location or in a selection of hand-picked bed and breakfasts or pubs.

Guided and Self Led Tours available. Contact us at tours@cyclewest.com for more details.

See the REAL England in all its glory.

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West Coast Adventure Guided Bike Tour – New Dates 2018

 

Due to popular demand in 2018, we have added new tour dates for our 2018 West Coast Adventure Guided Bike Tour. Shortlisted in 2015/16 as one of Ireland’s Best Adventure Experiences.

6 days /5 nights Guided Tour, from Euro 1295.00 per person sharing

Immerse yourself in Ireland’s rich and dynamic culture and fantastic landscape.

This extraordinary Irish biking adventure has been designed with escape, exploration and an overall terrific experience in mind!  We offer you the opportunity to explore and contemplate life to its fullest, away from all the hustle of everyday life.

Our West Coast Adventure offers you a biking trip through the spectacular vistas of Galway Bay, the historical Burren, the Aran Islands and scenic Connemara. Immerse in the history, the culture and the pure magic of the West of Ireland.

Introduction

In the Burren, you will enjoy the stone forts, monuments, alpine and arctic flowers and plants that grow side by side, the seeds having been deposited by glacier millions of years ago. This is the mystical land of disappearing rivers and lakes, closed valleys, caves and limestone pavements. You may even find a real fairy fort!

The Aran Islands, three timeless islands in an endless sea showcase weathered monuments on awesome cliffs, great labyrinths of limestone, meandering walls, patchwork fields, quiet beaches and a welcoming island people.

Crossing by ferry from the Aran Islands, you will know immediately that you have arrived in Connemara by the light that constantly changes the mood and tone of the landscape!

For this rewarding bike trip, we have chosen a wonderful variety of quality, select accommodations that offer a blend of luxury, location and personal hospitality.  You will enjoy the delights of stunning settings and vibrant culture.
Come and join us on this terrific West Coast adventure and let your imagination do the rest:

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Book your Iconic Causeway Coast and Antrim Glens Bike tour

Be inspired by the world heritage site of Giants Causeway; take a walk on Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge and explore Rathlin Island or sample some Irish Whiskey at Bushmills Distillery while cycling through spectacular scenery. Our Iconic Causeway Coast and Glens of Antrim Bike Tour offers a fairytale landscape of leafy glades and tumbling waterfalls. Brought to the worlds stage by the Game of Thrones, the dramatic and world famous coastline is home to no less than three designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. 8 Days/ 7 Nights, Self Led Bike Tour, €1050 per person sharing.  READ MORE >

Donegal, Ireland, Coolest Place on Planet in 2017

IRELAND CALLING….

IRELAND CALLING….thinking about Ireland for your 2018 Bike Adventure but need a little motivation. Watch this video: https://youtu.be/rD8zR6t-JXw ~ and find inspiration along our beautiful and wild western coastline  ~ READ MORE 

 

2018 Scotland Trips Special Offer

SCOTLAND ON SALE! 

BOOK YOUR 2018 TRIP ANY TIME BEFORE OCTOBER 20TH AND GET 2017 PRICES

Our Bike Tours of Scotland take you off the beaten track and discover Scotland at your own pace. Discover the magnificent landscape, a warm hospitality and rich history ~ the best way possible ~ on two wheels!

With such a unique and distinctive national dress, with the renowned whisky and bagpipe music plus a landscape and folklore that often defies description, Scotland has shaped an identity recognisable the world over.

                                          

                                              OUTER HEBRIDES  (7 days, 6 nights)
                                      From Sterling 1595.00 Per Person Sharing  read more >

 

                                      ISLAND EXPLORER (6 days, 5 nights)
                                From Sterling 1495.00 Per Person Sharing  read more >

 

                                         THE GRAND TOUR (7 days, 6 nights)
                       From Sterling 1495.00 Per Person Sharing  read more>

                                  SKYE AND THE INNER HEBRIDES (7 days, 6 nights)
                                 From Sterling 1495.00 Per Person Sharing  read more>

From the Outer Hebrides islands to a challenging week of riding the highest mountain passes, we offer you the freedom to explore Scotland at your pace. Our trips are led by a qualified and experienced guides. You can choose to ride with your guide or simply follow the route notes meeting up with the group at designated stops along the way. Private tours also available.

Contact us at tours@cyclewest.com for more details.

Best time to travel: April to September.

 

Most Popular Cycle Tours 2018

Most Popular Cycle Tours for 2018
Based on your feedback…

When our guests are asked which cycling trip in Ireland they loved the most, the places where the people are the friendliest, the landscape awesome and the villages most fun, our iconic Dingle Peninsula bike tour ranked as number one. Dingle’s food, accommodations, hospitality and pubs beat out several other locations in Ireland’s Travel Awards 2017.

Here, the peninsula is a never ending vista of ocean and treasures, pubs are always welcoming, the Blasket Islands await offshore and a famous dolphin greets you on your journey.

Our Dingle Peninsula bike tour is the perfect way to explore this magical kingdom! From Euro 949.00 per person sharing.

Additional Top Bike Tours 2018:

1. Ring of Kerry, 8 day / 7 night Self Guided Bike Tour, from Euro 975.00 per person sharing

2. Wild Connemara Adventure, 6 day / 5 night Self Guided Bike Tour, from Euro 895.00 per person

3. Wonders of Donegal, 8 day / 7 night Self Guided Bike Tour, from Euro 949.00 per person sharing

4. Beautiful Beara, Co. Cork  8 day / 7 night Self Guided Tour, from Euro 975.00 per person sharing

5. Treasures of Tuscany,  7 day / 6 night Guided Bike Tour, from Euro 2590.00 per person sharing

6. Puglia, Italy, 7 day / 6 night Guided Bike Tour, from Euro 2950.00 per person sharing

7. Island Explorer, Scotland, 7 day / 6 night Guided Bike Tour, from Sterling 1495.00, per person 

8. Outer Hebrides, Scotland, 7 day / 6 night Guided Bike Tour, from Sterling 1595.00 per person

9. Bike Vermont, USA / Canada, 6 day / 5 night Guided Bike Tour, from USD 1995.00 per person

10. Coast of Maine Bike Tour, USA 6 day / 5 night Guided Bike Tour, from USD 2495.00 per person

Don’t see what you are looking for? Send us an email to us at tours@cyclewest.com and let us know what you are looking for!

Explore Scotland by Bike 2018

Discover the magnificent landscape, a warm hospitality and rich history ~ the best way possible ~ on two wheels!

Come join us in Scotland and discover a land of single malt whisky with its deep throated, peaty flavours.

Tiny islands dotting the coastline, with deserted crofts, sandy beaches and where Gaelic remains the language of choice.

The islands offer the opportunity to watch for eagles and test your stamina on the passes. Stunning landscapes mark your course on our Scotland bike tours in 2018!

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Contact us at tours@cyclewest.com for more details, dates and prices.

Treasures of Tuscany

Renaissance glory days, art + frescoes, medieval fortresses, mosaics, museums, vineyards, romanesque jewel

There is still time to book your bike trip in Tuscany. Experience the true essence of medieval Tuscany, where history and beauty fill the heart.

Spin through rolling vineyards, savor pecorino cheese, homemade pasta pici, fruity olive oils and sip local Brunello and Nobile wines. Read  more >