Achill Island tour with stops in villages like Newport, Mulranny and fabulous Keem Bay
From Westport town centre location we’ll head toward the small town of Newport. Just outside of Newport, we’ll visit Burrishoole Abbey where you can see Croagh Patrick across Clew Bay. Next up is Mulranny Village, the views along the way are spectacular. Then it’s Ballycroy Visitors Centre at Wild Nephin National Park; one of the few designated national parks in Ireland.
From here, we’ll arrive at Achill “Sound”, the last outpost on the mainland before cross the short bridge to Achill Island; the largest island in Ireland. You’ll visit the haunting “deserted village” and stop off at Keem Bay—home to some incredible wildlife, (basking sharks not guaranteed!) and backdrop to photography and filmography including Martin McDonagh’s “The Banshees of Inisherin”.
We’ll have lunch on the way back to Westport and make regular stops for photos & coffee. This is definitely one for many years-worth of social media content and a true taste of Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way.
ITINERARY
– You’ll be picked up at a Westport town centre location and head toward the small town of Newport.
– Outside of Newport, we’ll visit Burrishoole Abbey
– Next up is Mulranny village
– Then it’s Ballycroy Visitors Centre at Wild Nephin National Park
– From here, we’ll arrive at Achill “Sound”, the last outpost on the mainland before cross the short bridge to Achill Island
– You’ll visit the haunting “deserted village” and stop off at Keem Bay.
– We’ll have lunch on the way back to Westport and make regular stops for photos & coffee.
MEETING POINT + TOUR DURATION
You will be collected from an agreed collection point.
Duration: 5 hours
5 hours is a good guide for this tour, but it can be extended If there is something additional you would like to see.
TRANSPORTATION
I will do the driving while you do the sightseeing. I will use an Audi Q2, 201 registration, comfortable fit for 3 adults.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Guiding Services
- Private Transportation
ESTIMATED LOCAL CASH NEEDED
50 € – For Lunch/ Coffee
WHAT’S EXTRA
- Personal Expenses
- Souvenirs
- Food, Drinks, Snacks
RESTRICTIONS
Max of 3 Travellers for comfort while travelling