Lost in Adventure Travel

Wild Women of Ireland 2027

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Laura Bollinger

Lost in Adventure Travel

Overview


6-day, women-only small-group journey through Ireland’s northwest and west, beginning and ending in Dublin, visiting Sligo, Achill Island, Westport, Galway, the Burren, Cliffs of Moher, and Clonmacnoise, with a focus on the stories and landscapes of Ireland’s legendary women.

Trip Details


Wild Women of Ireland tour overview

Embark on a soulful journey through Ireland’s wild west with Irish Experience Tours. This thoughtfully curated 6-day women-only adventure begins in Dublin and travels through Ireland’s most legendary landscapes — from the myth-shrouded cairns of Q...

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Tour inclusions and exclusions

Tour Inclusions: 6-day women-only cultural & historical tour through Western Ireland Overnight stays: Sligo ×1, Westport ×2, Galway ×2 — all in handpicked 3/4-star hotels Guided by a passionate, locally-based Irish female guide Private luxury tour...

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Day 1 · Dublin


Queens & Rebels: Sligo’s heroines

Depart Dublin for County Sligo, a land of myth and revolution. Visit Knocknarea, where Queen Meabh’s ancient tomb towers above the sea. In Sligo town, explore the story of Countess Markievicz on a guided walking tour. The evening unfolds with a fi...

Day 2 · Westport


Achill Island, Great Western Greenway & Westport

Achill Island – Wind, Sea & Wild Spirits Cross onto Achill Island, home to dramatic cliffs, Keem Bay, and the haunting Deserted Village. Option: Cycle the Great Western Greenway, a scenic trail that winds from Achill to Westport—an empowering and ...

Day 3 · Westport


Grace O’Malley sites & baking workshop

In the Footsteps of Grace O’Malley & the Art of Irish Baking Explore Rockfleet Castle and the National Famine Memorial, tracing the bold life of Grace O’Malley, the Pirate Queen. Later, roll up your sleeves for a hands-on baking workshop with Mary...

Day 4 · Galway


Kylemore Abbey & Galway’s soul

Sacred Mountains & Galway’s Soul Journey through the Inagh Valley to serene Kylemore Abbey, a place of devotion and resilience. In Galway, walk the cobbled streets, uncover the lives of Lady Gregory and Nora Barnacle, and celebrate Irish culture w...

Day 5 · Galway


Burren Perfumery, Burren landscape & Cliffs of Moher

Cliffs, Curses & the Healing Burren Begin the day at the enchanting Burren Perfumery, where you’ll learn about native plants, perfumes, and traditional herbal healing. Explore the eerie beauty of the Burren and hear tales of Biddy Early and Red Ma...

Day 6 · Dublin


Clonmacnoise & return to Dublin

Princess Derbforgaill & Sacred Endings Travel to Clonmacnoise, a site of ancient crosses, round towers, and spiritual quiet. Here you honour Princess Derbforgaill, a woman of strength, scandal, and deep devotion. Final stop: Sean’s Bar in Athlone,...