Day 1 – Thursday 12 August

Liverpool → Belfast

We meet in Liverpool at around 6.00pm, giving everyone time for a coffee, introductions and a chat about the adventure ahead.

We then make our way to the ferry terminal ready for our overnight sailing to Belfast.

A reserved reclining seat is included for each rider so you can get some rest during the crossing before arriving in Northern Ireland early the following morning.

This first evening is really about getting everyone together, meeting the other riders and getting ready for eight unforgettable days on the road.

Day 2 – Friday 13 August

Belfast → Antrim Coast → Giant’s Causeway → Binion Bay

We arrive into Belfast early in the morning, regroup after leaving the ferry and then the Wild Atlantic Way adventure really begins.

Rather than taking the quickest road west, we initially head north and follow the spectacular Antrim Coast Road towards Ballycastle.

This is one of the great coastal roads of Northern Ireland, with the sea constantly appearing alongside you and plenty of opportunities to stop for photographs or breakfast along the way.

From Ballycastle we continue towards the Giant’s Causeway, where there will be time to stop and explore one of Ireland’s most famous natural landmarks.

From here we continue west, passing through the Derry area before heading onto the Inishowen Peninsula, through Moville and along the Donegal coastline.

Our first campsite is Binion Bay, a fantastic location on the north-west coast and a great place to finish our first proper riding day.

Day 3 – Saturday 14 August

Binion Bay → Donegal Coast → Sligo

After breakfast we pack the tents away and begin another superb coastal day.

Today is all about Donegal.

We head south-west, keeping as close to the coast as practical and passing through some of the quieter roads and dramatic scenery that make this part of Ireland so special.

The route takes us towards areas such as Dunfanaghy and the Donegal coastline, with endless opportunities to leave the main route for viewpoints, beaches, cafés and small villages.

There is no pressure to ride together as one big group. Riders can travel alone or form smaller groups and explore at their own pace.

By late afternoon we make our way towards the Sligo area and our overnight campsite.

Day 4 – Sunday 15 August

Sligo → Mullaghmore → Downpatrick Head → Connemara

This is one of the standout riding days of the trip.

Leaving the Sligo area, we continue along Ireland’s wild west coast with the Atlantic never far away.

One of the first worthwhile diversions is Mullaghmore Head, with some fantastic coastal views and sweeping roads.

Further south is Downpatrick Head, one of the most dramatic coastal locations on the route, where the huge sea stack of Dún Briste rises from the Atlantic.

There is also the option of visiting the Céide Fields, an extraordinary prehistoric landscape sitting above the cliffs.

From there we continue through County Mayo and gradually make our way into Connemara, where the scenery changes again to mountains, lakes, stone walls and remote Atlantic coastline.

Tonight we camp in the Connemara area.

Day 5 – Monday 16 August

Connemara → Galway Bay → Cliffs of Moher → Doonbeg

Today we continue south through some of the most recognisable scenery on Ireland’s west coast.

Leaving Connemara, the route takes us around Galway Bay before continuing into County Clare.

The major stop today is the magnificent Cliffs of Moher.

Standing high above the Atlantic, the cliffs stretch for miles along the coast and are one of those locations that really deserve some time rather than just a quick photograph.

After leaving the cliffs we continue south along the coast towards Doonbeg.

This is another day where the scenery matters far more than the mileage — quiet roads, Atlantic views, small villages and plenty of places to stop along the way.

Tonight we camp at Strand Camping, Doonbeg.

Day 6 – Tuesday 17 August

Doonbeg → Limerick → Killarney

We leave the Atlantic coastline around Doonbeg and begin making our way south towards County Kerry.

The route takes us through the Limerick area before continuing towards Killarney.

Rather than trying to cram too much sightseeing into the day, we will aim to arrive at Flemings White Bridge Caravan & Camping Park with enough time to get settled in and enjoy the evening.

And, for once, the tents do not have to come down the following morning!

We are staying here for two nights.

Day 7 – Wednesday 18 August

Killarney – Second Night / Explore County Kerry

Today is deliberately different.

There is no need to pack the campsite away and no fixed destination to reach.

You have the entire day to explore some of the incredible roads and scenery around Killarney.

Possible rides include parts of the Ring of Kerry, the Killarney National Park area, mountain roads, lakes and Atlantic viewpoints.

You can spend the day riding, sightseeing, stop somewhere for lunch or simply have a slower morning and enjoy not having to move camp.

After exploring, everyone returns to Flemings White Bridge for a second evening together.

For a trip of this length, having this break in the middle should make a huge difference.

Day 8 – Thursday 19 August

Killarney → Southern Ireland → Wexford

After two nights in Killarney we pack everything away and begin the journey east towards Wexford.

This replaces the previous Hungry Hill/Cork overnight and gives us a much better-paced final section of the trip.

Rather than simply racing across Ireland, we will put together a scenic route with worthwhile stopping points along the way.

There will still be plenty to see and plenty of good riding before we eventually reach Wexford for our final night under canvas.

By now we will have ridden from Belfast, around the north and west coast of Ireland and almost completely across the south of the country.

Tonight is our final campsite evening together.

Day 9 – Friday 20 August

Wexford → Dublin → Holyhead

Sadly, every good road trip eventually has to finish.

We pack the tents away for the final time and leave Wexford, heading north towards Dublin.

The riding today is deliberately straightforward because we need to make our ferry crossing.

Once at Dublin Port we board our afternoon sailing to Holyhead in North Wales.

After arriving in Holyhead we disembark, say our goodbyes and everyone makes their own way home.

After nine days together and hundreds of miles around Ireland, hopefully you will be going home with some fantastic memories, new friends and a very long list of roads you want to come back and ride again.