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Sample ToursThese six suggested tours are designed to suit varying levels of cyclist.
Casual 3 Day Short BreakFrom the island town of Enniskillen westwards, the route goes through an Area of Natural Outstanding Beauty passing gently over limestone caves and the hills surrounding Cuilcagh and Marlbank, then climbing to a look-out point which affords magnificent views. Heading down into Blacklion and Belcoo, the route passes above Lough McNean for Lough Melvin’s Shore, and ends in Belleek on the edge of the River Erne. Among the many complementary activities you can enjoy are a hike on Cuilcagh mountain, a visit to Marble Arch Caves and Florencecourt House and Estate, or a tour of Belleek Pottery. The energetic can avail of our multi-activity options or additional cycling loops.
Casual 7 Day TourDays 1-3: Leaving the largest cruiser base on the longest inland waterway in Europe at Carrick-on-Shannon, the route meanders lazily alongside the waterway for most of the days through the rejuvenated towns of Keshcarrigan, Ballinamore and Ballyconnell. Days 4-7: Leaving the waterway behind, the Trail passes east through the towns of Redhills and Clones, locations for the filming of The Playboy and The Butcher Boy, and on to the ferry crossing of Lough Erne at Crom Estate. The goal is the highest point of the Trail at Doon, before you head down to the source of the Shannon and the ride home along Lough Allen. Enjoy an opportunity to visit the historic town of Carrick-on-Shannon, go for a day-cruise on the Shannon-Erne Waterway, off-road cycling in Lough Key Forest Park and walking in the beautiful gardens of Hilton Park. Other places of interest are the National Trust Estate at Crom, the House and Estate at Florencecourt, and the show caves at Marble Arch.
If you cycle regularly, or are feeling reasonably fit, an active cycling holiday is for you. With routes not exceeding 40 miles a day, you can set your own pace and take in as many of the surrounding activities and attractions as you like.Active 2 Day Short BreakLeaving Carrick-on-Shannon eastwards, the Shannon-Erne Waterway comes and goes companionably along the flat, gently undulating route. At Clones the route turns north west heading for the beauty of Crom Estate and Lough Erne. Take your time day-cruising, shopping, visiting the gardens of Hilton Park, and Crom Visitors’ Centre and off-road cycling in forest parks. There are extra loops available to challenge the energetic.
Active 8 Day TourDays 1-4: You can cycle a complete circuit of the Trail at a reasonable pace, starting in the island town of Enniskillen, leave westwards over Marlbank and along the shore of Lough McNean until Lough Melvin is in sight. Travel on into the wide open spaces of Donegal, and down into the village of Pettigo. Leaving Pettigo for the rolling seven mile straight, you will pass over Clareview and through the Castle Archdale Country Park, back into Enniskillen. Days 5-8: Leaving Enniskillen the tour takes you through the Area Of Outstanding Beauty and over scenic Marlbank. The route goes past the source of the Shannon and continues along the old road up above Lough Allen on the descent into Carrick-on-Shannon. Following the meandering of the Shannon-Erne Waterway, the tour loops back round to the ferry crossing at Crom Estate on its way back to Enniskillen. At least six multi-activity options are available along the route, or you can relax with a little cruising, shopping, sightseeing or evening entertainment.
The 300 miles of the Trail will provide a gentle challenge for the very fit. The daily mileage averages between 40 and 55 miles. However, if you feel that you are only warming up, we have extra mileage options in reserve for you.3 Day Warm-upEastwards from Enniskillen, through Castle Archdale Country Park, the flat to undulating route is a gentle precursor to the climb to Clareview. Enjoy the splendid views and the seven mile straight to Drumskinny Stone Circle, with a cool-down coast-in sensation on arrival in Pettigo. The wide open spaces of Donegal lead down into Belleek, Lough Melvin and Lough McNean. But save your reserves for the last challenge out of Blacklion, and coast down into Florencecourt for a well deserved rest. Four multi-activity options are available along route, with plenty of opportunity for those extra loops you wanted, and some local entertainment.
6 Day ChallengerDays 1-3: Enjoy the gently undulating hills on your departure from Carrick-on-Shannon along the Shannon-Erne Waterway where the climb to Slieve Anairin awaits! Coasting down afterwards, take it easy on your way eastwards to Clones and on into Newtownbutler. Days 4-6: Leaving Newtownbutler, relax on the ferry crossing before you take up the challenge of the highest point on the Trail at Doon. Cycle on into Belcoo and loop from there alongside Lough McNean, Lough Melvin and over the River Erne into the wild landscape of Donegal. The return loop rolls along into Kesh, through Enniskillen, back into Belcoo, and down past Lough Allen into Carrick-on-Shannon. Multi-activity options are available at six locations along the Trail, along with plenty of entertainment in the overnight stops, and as many extra loops as you have time for.
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Our detailed maps for the entire trail outline distances, terrain, gradient, places of interest, etc.
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