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Hiking tours in Ireland, England, Wales, Scotland and France

By Joyce's Ireland Hiking Tours
Recommended by 100% of travellers
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About
A hiking tour to the hidden trails of Western Ireland with expert guides, magnificent scenery, personal attention, luxury accommodation and fine dining.

Ages 10-85, max of 12 per group
Duration: 6 days
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Lunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Killary Fjord
  • Entry/Admission - Dún Aonghasa
  • Entry/Admission - The Burren
  • Entry/Admission - Cliffs of Moher
What's not included
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks

Start:
  • Ballyhennessy, Shannon Airport, Co. Clare, Ireland
    At the Meeting Point at Shannon Airport
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 154756P1

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 154756P1

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    Itinerary
    Overview
    Full Map
    8 stops
    Day 1
    TRAVEL TO CLIFDEN, HIKE OMEY...
    Day 2
    Hike at Killary Fjord and take...
    Day 3
    Hike Inishmore, the largest of...
    Day 4
    We will return from the Aran...
    Day 5
    Hike with local expert guide in...
    Day 6
    Hike Cliffs of Moher and Return...
    About the operator
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    • Joyce's Ireland Hiking Tours
      202
      Ireland
      Joined in April 2012
    • W3271SM_
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Mirage hurghada
      I had my vacation with my girl friend in mirage bay hurghada.i went to Luxor and sea trip with Joyce hurghada & very good company service very good guides excellent.I recommend Joyce hurghada.
      Written 10 January 2024
    • 230karaj
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Phenomenal leader and phenomenal trip
      This trip was totally more than five stars! I had the best time. Joyce was an exceptional trip leader and curated a trip that was amazing start to finish. I have been on womens walking trips with other organizations and Joyce’s Ireland trip I did in October was a much higher caliber than anything I have experienced. I just got home this week and I’m already thinking of booking another trip with Joyce. Thank you Joyce for a really special experience. :)
      Written 15 October 2023
    • annharriettm
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Delightful way to return to Ireland.
      Along with three friends, I participated with eight women on an Into the West walking tour. Joyce's equipment list was an excellent guide for my packing. Each person on the walk was considered as Joyce planned our days, taking into account wind and rain on this Fall walk. As we ambled along members of our group and others were talking about joining together for a future walking tour with Joyce, perhaps in England.
      Written 9 October 2023
    • PegS487
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Senses are Enhanced on the Wine & Walking in Provence tour
      Highlights of Wine & Walking in Provence: ° Accommodation at a centuries-old priory that had authentic historical charm along with modern amenities. ° Time with friends who share a love of nature, good wine, excellent food. ° Tours of wineries and vineyards; hands-on experience of harvesting; seeing how grapes are prepared to turn into a vat; seeing and touching grapes at the top of a vat; tasting wines in progress. Visiting with vintners whose families have built and maintained wineries for generations. Joyce's Tours continue to delight and surprise to make every day a rewarding adventure.
      Written 2 October 2023
    • TMTrs
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wonderful!
      I had a fabulous week with Joyce and a tour group in Provence, wine and walking with local guide Pierre Peyret. Joyce's attention to detail, and her ability to keep all things running smoothly at all times, is remarkable! We had a wonderful week of walking, wine-tasting, insight to the local wine industry, food beyond compare and best of all, FUN! All at the amazing location of Le Prieuré La Madelène under the sensitive care of our hosts Olivier & Bruno. Thank you all so much.
      Written 27 September 2023
    • DianeMinnesota
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Lake District with Joyce, 2023
      I just got back from an 8-day hiking trip in England’s Lake District with Joyce. It was truly fabulous. So well-organized, and Joyce (and bonus guide Lesley) is incredibly knowledgeable about the area (history, birds, wildlife, plants, etc). We stayed at fantastic hotels with amazing food (or ate at very nice restaurants), and each day we hiked across gorgeous landscapes. Each day felt new & different, and I loved each one. The group itself was great too; we were a small group and all got along really well. I can’t recommend a trip with Joyce more highly. Totally, totally worth it.
      Written 8 May 2023
    • barbstra2
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Hiking in the Lake District
      We had amazing hiking trip with Joyce in the Lake District. It was perfect in every way! The views were stunning, the food was wonderful, the lodging was exceptional, and the fellowship was delightful! We saw lots of daffodils and baby lambs, and we stopped often for scones, tea, and cake! This was my 6th trip with Joyce and each trip has been an excellent adventure! She always takes care of every need and makes sure everyone is comfortable and challenged! It’s the best way to hike! Don’t miss the opportunity!
      Written 27 April 2023
    • annsT4971GA
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Scotland Times 2
      In August, 2022, I did Joyce’s Ireland’s Scotland tour for the second time making it my 7th trip with Joyce. This trip was privately arranged with the group made up of folks that I had met on previous Joyce trips. As usual, this trip did not disappoint. Fabulous accommodations and delicious food! And this will not be my last.
      Written 10 January 2023
    • Curious729525
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing experience in Scotland
      This is our 4th time travelling with Joyce and again it was a wonderful experience. The scenery in Scotland is amazing and was highlighted in the wonderful hikes on the Isle of Skye and other islands where we hiked. The accommodations and meals are always first class. It is also great to stay four night, three nights and two nights in lovely places instead of having to pack up and move every day. The local guides were very personable and knowledgeable. We travelled with friends we made from previous Joyce trips - which makes it all the more amazing. Thank you Joyce.
      Written 5 January 2023
    • Cheryl L
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      "SIMPLY THE BEST"
      Joyce finds the most unusual, wonderful places to stay and eat. Her hikes are led by knowledgably local guides that provide you with riveting local history and allows you to leave with a sense of wonder for the land and feeling of belonging with the kind people you meet along the way. She finds the road less traveled, so as to make your hikes gloriously spectacular and uninterrupted by the throngs of tourist visiting other more commercialized sites. Most importantly she makes the hikes personal. She has a knack for matching like-minded people with common interest together and putting together hikes that are manageable for all members of the group. This is the second trip for our group. We were strangers from different countries and different parts of the US that had such a wonderful experience on our first Joyce trip we asked that she put together another one for the same group.
      Written 12 September 2022
    • JanK20222
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic!!!!!!!!!
      There aren’t enough superlatives to describe my Hidden Ireland trip with Joyce. The trip exceeded my expectations and I plan on traveling with her again.
      Written 10 September 2022
    • LeeS496
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Don’t Miss an Opportunity to Hike With Joyce!
      I have had the privilege of traveling with Joyce on five of her trips. I have even done her Scotland trip twice! Every trip has been amazing! She always offers the best places to stay with delicious menu options. She always leads lovely hikes with stunning views! Finally, she always looks out for her guests to make sure they have the best experience possible! I cherish all of the friendships I have from traveling with Joyce. Don’t miss this opportunity if you love hiking and you love meeting wonderful people!
      Written 8 September 2022
    • CathyHerlein
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      So glad to have found Joyce's Ireland!
      I've been on two of Joyce's tours and both of the tours were fantastic! If you are looking for a well thought out holiday in a small group away from the crowds with beautiful views then look no further. We were looking forward to a third tour but had to cancel due to an injury, no problem with getting a refund. Joyce is knowledgeable about the history, flowers, and bird life in each region. She is a photographer, musician, artist, cyclist, and just plain fun to be with. We are looking forward to 2021 when we can tour the Highland & Islands of Scotland. Cathy Herlein
      Written 31 May 2022
    • LeeS496
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Hiking in Scotland, Wales, England, and France
      I have been on several hiking trips with Joyce! She is an amazing tour guide. She definitely looks out for our best interests and makes sure we have the best possible experience. The accommodations are always above average and the food is outstanding. The hiking is always breathtaking. This year we could not go on our scheduled trips, so she graciously rolled our deposit over to next year. I highly recommend Joyce’s Ireland Trips!
      Written 12 September 2020
    • annsT4971GA
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      Multiple Trips
      Have been on several trips with Joyce (Ireland, England, Scotland, Wakes), and all have been absolutely fabulous!!! The biggest loss during the 2020 Covid issue has been the postponement of my latest planned trip to France arranged by her. I’m sure it will be the highlight of my 2021!
      Written 23 August 2020
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    Jenny T
    Sacramento, CA1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Family
    We recently returned from a two-week tour in Ireland and Northern Ireland. I am not usually one to write reviews, but I have to share that we had a fabulous trip with Joyce's Ireland. It's difficult to pick a favorite moment - every day was a highlight! We stayed in wonderful hotels and had delicious meals every day of the trip. It was really a treat to travel with someone with as much experience and local knowledge as Joyce - she had excellent guides join us on many hikes and is a wonderful hiking guide herself. I would not hesitate to book another trip and highly recommend booking a trip with Joyce!
    Written 11 September 2023
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    Hi 881jennyt, Thank you so much for your positive review. It was an absolute pleasure to have you join me on this tour. I am so glad you enjoyed all the meals and the accommodations. We work hard to offer clients the best possible experience in Ireland. I look forward to meeting you again on another tour.
    Written 15 September 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Peg S
    Urbandale, IA28 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2022
    This was the second time that my husband and I were on the Hidden Ireland South Tour for Joyce's Ireland. And what a surprise! Although I was delighted to repeat the trip that was the second leg of Hidden Ireland North & South Tour several years ago, we were thrilled with the many updates and changes. Only one accommodation (Dingle) was a repeat—as it happens it's still a favorite. All accommodations, food, service, and locations were wonderful. Many hiking locations, destinations, and local guides have been added or changed that made the trip seem all-new yet familiar. That, plus hiking with friends from previous trips as well as new friends created a very comfortable "at home" feeling while traveling abroad. .
    Written 14 September 2022
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    csj
    Carlisle, PA2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    England’s Lake District is a stunning landscape, and Joyce’s Ireland is the perfect travel guide. The hikes are both challenging and rewarding, and the inns selected by Joyce are a perfect end to each day on the trail. Delicious food, clean, comfortable accommodations in lovely settings make for a memorable experience. This tour, our second with Joyce, was as wonderful as the first.
    Written 27 June 2022
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    Don B
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2020
    We took a trip of a lifetime with Joyce's Ireland Hiking Tours. Our walking tour of Ireland was a one of a kind trip, by a one of a kind team! Everything was first class and well planned out. All we had to do was enjoy! We booked to do the tour of Scotland in 2020, but the Corona Virus cancelled our plans. Undeterred, we re-booked for 2021. We are so excited about our upcoming 2021 trip to Scotland. Thank you Joyce for lifelong memories!

    Don and Mary Jane...
    Written 7 September 2020
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    Dear donbI4661KO, thank you so much for your review. It was a pleasure to meet you all those years ago, and I was so excited that you were to travel to Scotland with me in 2020. I am so sorry that it didn't happen this year, but I will look forward to seeing you both in May 2021.
    Written 29 September 2020
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    Kim B
    Bedford, TX22 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2022
    Once again Joyce has provided a wonderful walking/hiking experience with this trip called "Hidden Ireland South". Not only were the hotels where we stayed exceptional but the walks/hikes really revealed the hidden spots of Ireland along the western and southern coasts. This trip is a great way to see Ireland's western and southern coastal areas.
    Written 27 August 2022
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    Katie C
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2023 • Friends
    Western Ireland is not to be missed with Joyce of Joyce’s Ireland Tours! It was seriously amazing: the sights and all the wonderful women journeying together across the beautiful western Ireland 🇮🇪! Joyce is the perfect and most knowledgeable guide to the legends and wonders of the magical beauty that is Ireland. My pictures are grand however seeing it in person with Joyce is so much better, not to mention more fun! Accommodations were incredibly comfortable and quaint; meals and snacks included were delicious; such interesting and delightful traveling companions turning into new friends! I’m planning my next trip with Joyce for 2024!
    Written 16 October 2023
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    Dear katiecP6901KG, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. I am so happy that you enjoyed the Women Into the West tour. I look forward to guiding you on another tour one day very soon. In the meantime, happy trails and safe hiking! Joyce
    Written 18 October 2023
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    Yvette A
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2022
    What an amazing trip. I took a Joyce's Ireland trip in Scotland at the recommendation of friends. It exceeded all my expectations. The accommodations were fabulous, the hikes were some of the best I've ever taken, and Joyce and the local guides were knowledgeable and helpful. I would recommend this trip to anyone who would like to see Scotland's natural beauty.
    Written 18 October 2022
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    Lynne R
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2023 • Friends
    This was an amazing adventure with beautiful scenery, amazing food at charming inns and pubs, charming hotels and B&Bs; delightful company. Joyce is an excellent guide with thoughtful planning with individual care. This trip exceeded expectations in so many ways. I will happily look forward to another walking tour with Joyce's Ireland Hiking tours.
    Written 19 October 2023
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    Dear 694lynner Thank you so much for your review. I am delighted that you enjoyed your hiking tour in the West of Ireland. I will look forward to meeting you again one day soon for another hiking adventure. Happy Trails to you til we meet again. Joyce
    Written 23 October 2023
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    Karen C
    Roswell, GA7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dec 2019
    I admit it. I am a repeater traveler with Joyce's Ireland Hiking Tours. Once was not enough. Joyce's Ireland is the perfect small group hiking tour operator. Whether it be Ireland, Scotland or Provence (all destinations I have traveled with Joyce's Ireland), each tour is well planned using a mix of local guides and lovely accommodations. Day hikes provide multiple distances and terrain. Joyce's Ireland works to provide a great experience for all members of the group, with consideration to hiking experience, physicality and destination. I cannot recommend Joyce's Ireland Hiking Tours. I cannot wait for 2020 to be over, so that I may travel again. And when I do, it will be on a Joyce's Ireland Tour. The biggest challenge for my next tour will be selecting the destination. Great food, experienced guides, thoughtful itineraries, scenic destinations, unique and welcoming accommodations.
    Written 6 October 2020
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    Jeanette M
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2022
    I was so excited about this type of travel/trip. Hidden Ireland South! Outdoors hiking/walking in areas that I would not necessarily find on my own, with a smallish group of people with all of the arrangements organized by an experienced tour leader/guide.... JOYCE! My trip to Hidden Ireland exceeded every single one of my expectations. The hikes, the scenery, the accommodations, the attention to detail, the people, the food and Joyce's excellent leadership. This was my first trip, but it won't be my last... already booked for 2023!
    Written 31 August 2022
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