Coast & Country E-Bike Tour

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Operator: Wild Atlantic Sports
Duration: 2 h 30 m
Area: Kinsale

About this tour

Two day, self-guided electric bike adventure from Kinsale to Clonakilty. Great for a weekend stay – but be sure to book early!

About

Cycle from Kinsale to Clonakilty along the coastal route of the Wild Atlantic Way on an electric bike. Stay overnight in a country B&B in Clonakilty and cycle back the next day following a GPS guided route through the beautiful Irish countryside. You’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the area!

Day 1

KINSALE TO CLONAKILTY (48km)
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We’ll meet you in Kinsale and get you set up with electric bike, helmet etc. At the same time, we’ll pick up your bags so we can deliver them to your B&B for the night, leaving you free to cycle along the route of the Wild Atlantic Way. On the way to Clonakilty, enjoy the stunning coastal views from the Old Head of Kinsale, Coolmaine Beach and Timoleague Abbey. If history is your thing, you can visit the Michael Collins Centre, just a short cycle off the main route. Stay overnight in a B&B in Clonakilty, where your host will greet you with a warm Irish ‘fáilte’ or welcome. Why not enjoy a pint of Guinness and find some live Irish music in a local pub that evening?

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Day 2

CLONAKILTY TO KINSALE (53km + 10km optional detour)
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After a hearty Irish breakfast at the B&B, you have an optional cycle to Inchadoney Beach (10km roundtrip) or alternatively, spend some time exploring Clonakility. Then, it’s time to cycle back to Kinsale, following a pre-programmed route which takes in the best spots – the scenic countryside of the Seven Heads peninsula including dramatic Dunworley Cove. Stop for a delicious lunch in Courtmacsherry (we know a great spot!). Continue cycling through the quaint town of Ballinspittle (another great stop for coffee and baked goods) and past the ‘moving statue’ in the grotto which caused a national stir in the 80s. We’ll meet you in Kinsale, to return your luggage, collect the bikes etc. and enjoy the stories of your adventures!

Make the trip unique

Optional trip to beautiful Inchadoney Beach. Explore the Seven Heads area, before making your way back to Kinsale via colourful Ballinspittle village.

Choose to:

• Have your bags transferred to/from your B&B.

OR

• Carry what your overnight gear in pannier bags (supplied). We’ll store your luggage for you.

What to expect

Terrain: You’ll spend approx. 4-6hrs cycling each day over hilly terrain on an electric bike. This tour is self-guided, so it is at your own pace and you are free to stop and see the sights along the way! There’s some great scenery – the route will take you along the coast, past a forest, through loads of lush green countryside and to spectacular cliffs along the remote Seven Heads Peninsula.

Equipment: You will be provided with a Garmin Edge Touring Sat Nav unit with handle bar mount. This is pre-programmed with the routes & variations. The sat nav is waterproof and simple to use. You’ll also a printed map with your route marked on and directions and contact details of your B&B. Mountain bikes with touring tyres are provided, as are helmet, high vis vest, repair kit and lock. Bottled water is also supplied.

Accommodation/Luggage Transfers: Accommodation is included in the package as is a cooked breakfast.
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If you’ve opted for the luggage transfer, we’ll collect your luggage when we meet you, transport it to your B&B and collect it the following day after 10am to give back to you when we meet you to collect the bikes. Therefore, you only need to pack what you need for the day out.

If you do not opt to have the baggage delivery, you will be provided with pannier bags for your overnight and day gear. We can provide luggage storage for any additional bags you may have at no extra charge.

What to wear:The tour follows the coast, so the weather can be breezy – pack a light raincoat and wear layered clothing. Shades/sunglasses are also recommended as are comfortable shoes suitable for cycling.

Meeting point

Wild Atlantic Sports, Kinsale College, Kinsale College of Further Education, Bandon Road