Bike tours · IRELAND
The 11 best ireland cycling tours you can book today, with what each costs, how far it goes and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Cycle Dublin takes you around the city with bikes, helmets, and reflective vests provided. Guides such as Robbie, Mikey, Colin, James, and Leah mix Dublin history with stories and local tips. The ride lasts about 2.5 hours, covers key sights and quieter streets, and can be upgraded to an e-bike.
“Guide was good and amazing way to know the main places and without getting tired .. I had e bikes so kids were happy too”
Set out from Westport with Paddy & Nelly Bike Hire on a 43-kilometre e-bike ride to Achill Island. You will get route advice, a bike fitting, scenic Clew Bay views, and a simple bike drop-off at Achill Island Hotel before returning by bus.
“Wonderful tour around and about from Westport! We enjoyed two of the recommended routes - #4 and #5, with #5 being the most comfortable with flat roads and straightforward directions. Scenery is gorgeous and the e-bikes allowed us to explore comfortably. Paul was helpful and insightful giving advice on where to ride. When asked, he gave us suggestions about Westport which we took advantage of! Amazing!”
Ride through Cork with a local guide such as James, Laura, or Davey on a standard or electric bike. In 2.5 hours, you’ll visit St Anne’s Church, the Butter Museum, Fitzgerald’s Park, UCC, and the Cathedral grounds, with bikes and helmets included.
“The entire ride was wonderful. James is so knowledgeable about the history of Cork and the current highlights within the city center. He made the ride so enjoyable and we even got to learn how to play hurling!!!”
Join James or another local guide for a 2.5-hour ride through Cork’s lanes, parks, and River Lee paths. You’ll see Shakey Bridge, Elizabeth Fort, Shandon, street art, and church towers, with tips on local food, music, and pubs.
“Fantastic morning spent with James. Great to learn about and see more of Cork city in a fun way.”
Choose Waterford, Kilmacthomas, or Dungarvan as your starting point. You’ll receive a fitted bike, helmet, map, route advice, and shuttle support for a self-guided ride along the paved Waterford Greenway, with river views, bridges, viaducts, and Comeragh Mountain scenery.
“We followed the direction to the shop as given, only to find that store was clock locked, and sealed up tight. The owner did not return messages. Found another bike company with a very similar name and inquired with them. They advised this company is very unreliable and dies not show up half the time. They use names and logos very similar to the other bicycle companies. Do not recommend.”
Start at Ross Castle, meet Rory by the green boats, and cruise through Killarney’s lakes with an English guide. Visit Innisfallen Island, stop at the Meeting of the Waters, then cycle 25km from Lord Brandon’s Cottage back to Killarney. You arrange your own bike, and an e-bike is worth considering.
“The boat ride was fabulous. The tour guide was great. The bike ride back through the gap to Killarney was fantastic. Awesome scenic views at every turn. Although I bike, I don't think I could have done it without the peddle asist/ebike. It might have made it even better. I didn't have to work for it.”
Collect your bike at Kilronan Pier at 10:00 am and set your own route across Inishmore. Ride to Dun Aengus, the Worm Hole, ancient churches, standing stones, and seal colonies. A map and several bike types are included, with electric bikes worth requesting for windy days.
“fantastic people on the island, very welcoming . Make sure you book your bike in advance . Make sure you visit Joe Watts”
Ride from Paddy & Nelly Bike Hire in Westport along the Great Western Greenway toward Achill Sound. Paul provides route guidance, with standard and e-bikes, helmets, locks, and panniers included. Plan for 3 to 4 hours, moderate fitness, and a €10 bus return.
“The Great Western Greenway is the best way to view Irelands countryside. Paul hooked us up with a combination of e-bikes and hybrid bike. He gave us a thorough explanation of the entire trail. His location is ideal for quick access to the trail. He was able to help us with the shuttle back to Westport. This day of biking was may favorite memory from our Ireland vacation.”
You cycle 42 km from Westport along Ireland’s Great Western Greenway, a traffic-free route following an old railway toward Newport and Mulranny. This self-guided outing gives you roughly eight hours to set your own pace, stop for views across Clew Bay, and return to Cahernamart in Westport.
“Sharing my experience whereby the service provider Paul couldn’t open the shop on the day of my trip due to a bereavement on their side.”
Cycle 10 kilometers from central Westport through the Harbour and along quiet coastal roads to 200-year-old Campbells Pub beside Croagh Patrick. Paddy, Nelly, and Paul provide bike setup and advice. Relax at the beer garden, then return to town by minibus.
“We had a great cycle from paddy and jelly bikes town centre. Great service. Weather was great. Easy service. Would recommend”
Rent a bike from Rothaí on Inisheer for about eight hours and explore this 3-by-3-kilometre island independently. Helmets and maps are included, with time for the beach, lighthouse, castle, fort, fishing village, and Plassy shipwreck.
“We were so happy we made the decision to rent bikes on Inisheer! Such a fantastic way to explore the beauty of the island.”
Gravel or tarmac, a motor or your own legs, a guide or a route on the phone.
