Backroads 2025 All Activity Catalog

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WALKING & HIKING

DAYS 1–2 Welcome to Dublin, whose historic Georgian streets and architecture hearken to another era • Walk from the picturesque harbor village of Howth past beaches and cliffs • Drink in wide coastal views of the North Atlantic • Explore a 19th-century castle and the back-to- back ruins of Killevy Old Churches, which date to 517 • Discover the Ring of Gullion, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty • Lounge by the pool or at the spa at our luxurious mountainside retreat. » Killeavy Castle Estate - Premiere DAYS 3–4 Visit Carlingford, one of the best-preserved medieval villages in Ireland • The towering mountain of Slieve Foye makes for a spectacular backdrop for a hike • Climb the highest pass in the dramatic Mountains of Mourne • Walk along the Mourne Wall to Bloody Bridge, admiring castles and the stunning views of Slieve Commedagh, the second-highest mountain in the range • Join a private whisky tasting in a local distillery. » Slieve Donard - Premiere DAYS 5–6 Set out on a castle-studded walk along the peaceful shore of Strangford Lough • Stroll a scenic coastal path, passing ruins from World War II • Explore the North Downs Coastal trail past sandy beaches, grey seals and the rugged coastline of the North Atlantic • Hear from a local piper how bagpipes found their place in Northern Irish culture • Stretch your legs on a guided walking tour of Belfast and learn about the city’s fascinating history and architecture • Wake up to wonderful views over the hotel gardens and Belfast Lough. » Culloden Estate & Spa - Premiere Myths and fairy-tale footpaths. Hikes on ancient trails. An evening of traditional Celtic tales with a local storyteller. Elegant hotels. With its misty beauty, Ireland is pure magic to explore on foot. Legendary Landscapes in Northern Ireland DUBLIN TO BELFAST

NORTHERN IRELAND

Culloden

Belfast

Slieve Donard

Irish Sea

Killeavy

Mourne Mts

IRELAND

Carlingford

LONDON

Howth

Dublin

6 Days Activity Levels 2-4 Premiere Hotels $5,199 to $5,699 / person double occ. See web for date-specific pricing. Choose a Trip for • Couples, Friends & Solos shown here • Your Private Group o \ Search IRBW on backroads.com

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