8 Hiking & Trekking Tours in Ireland to Build a Day Around

1.Game of Thrones Winterfell Locations Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 814 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $95Our pick

Leave Dublin at 7:45 a.m. for an 11-hour Game of Thrones day trip through Tollymore Forest, Strangford, Castle Ward, and Inch Abbey. Guides such as Lar, Lars, and Robbie appeared as extras in the series and add behind-the-scenes stories, clips, and filming details. Expect about 5 miles of brisk walking, changing weather, and lunch at your own cost.

“The actual experience was fabulous. The guide Lawrence was very knowledgeable and fun!! The bus driver, Dennis, was amazing as well! Great driver! With that said, the bus was quite uncomfortable. There was a constant loud beeping which made the ride annoying. Lawrence and Dennis tried to fix and call company. The A/C & heat were also not functioning correctly. The bus was hot and humid. Thank you!”

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2.Dublin Coastal Hike, Pints & Puppies Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 647 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $56

Join Hidden Howth Experiences for a 3 to 4 hour walk from Howth station through village lanes, St. Mary’s Abbey, the cliff path, Baily Lighthouse, and Howth Summit. Guides such as Patrick, Mark, and Paddy mix local history, folklore, jokes, and songs. A pint at The Bloody Stream and a short journey video are included.

“Patrick was amazing! A verifiable smorgasbord of Howth knowledge, singing, accents, and silly stories. Would recommend to anyone!”

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3.Cliffs Of Moher Hiking Tour from Doolin – Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 324 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $41Best value

Walk about 5 miles from Doolin to the Cliffs of Moher at a relaxed pace with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Oisin, Simon, Phil, Sean, Tommy, and Sofie have led walks with local history, folklore, photo stops, and access to quieter cliff views. A taxi back to Doolin costs extra.

“Oisin was a fabulous guide. Very knowledgable and friendly. Lots of good historical info and fun to chat with him as a local. Highly recommend the tour and you’ll be very happy if you get Oisin.”

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4.Dublin Coastal Hike with Howth Adventures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 289 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $47

Meet your local guide at Howth Market for a three-hour coastal hike through the harbor, St. Mary’s Abbey, Howth Head, and the cliff path. Expect steep sections, changing weather, sea views, local stories, and a small group of up to 10 people. Guides may include Zach, Matt, Rob, Sean, or Paul, and Loki the dog sometimes joins the walk.

“Great tour by Shane (spelling?), including history, both ancient and recent (U2, thin Lizzy, etc), a stunning walk, and even some recited literature and poetry. Three hours in some of the prettiest country we have seen.”

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5.Howth Safari Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 279 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $71

Meet your guide in Howth for scones, tea, and coffee, then hike 6 to 9 miles across heathland, cliffs, beaches, and rough coastal paths. Guides such as Shane, Zack, Dee, and Sean share local stories while you see Martello Towers, sea caves, Baily Lighthouse, and Dublin Bay. Loki the guide dog may join on some departures.

“This was our favorite part of your trip to Ireland! Amazing time our guide was terrific, had so much information to share while showing us some of the most beautiful countryside in the world. Loki made the hike even better and was a joy to watch. It was so good we plan to come back to Howth for sure loved this adventure.”

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6.Howth Coastal Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 116 reviews · from $44

Walk from Howth Market through the fishing village, St Mary’s Abbey, heathland trails, Ben of Howth, Baily Lighthouse, and the cliffs. Guides such as Zack, Dee, Sean, Paul, and Shane share local stories, nature notes, and route knowledge. Expect hills, wet paths, big views, and time back in the harbour for food.

“Dee and Afrik were so lovely. This was the best hiking tour I’ve ever been on, Dee’s enthusiasm and passion for teaching was a delight. Such beautiful views.”

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7.Dublin Coastal Hike and Pints & Puppies

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · from $53

Join Mark or Paddy and a friendly dog for a 3.5-hour walk around Howth’s cliffs, harbor, castle, and old abbey ruins. You’ll hear local stories, look for seals, and finish with a complimentary pint at an Irish pub. The route includes a steep 20 to 30-minute climb, so wear firm walking shoes.

“Absolutely the best tour guides ever! Mark and little Missy were amazing from start to finish. Funny, knowledgeable, friendly, the perfect Irish tour guide. Everything I was hoping for and more. Howth is beautiful. Little Missy is gorgeous. To be honest, this is under priced! Mark you need to up your prices! The value for money is great! So glad we booked this and could not recommend highly enough. Mark is Master of the tour guides! Thank you so much for the best day. And to our new American friends, absolute pleasure to meet you!Read more”

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8.Howth Safari Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · from $67

Spend about five hours hiking 10 to 15 km around Howth with a local English-speaking guide. Start with scones, tea, and coffee, then follow rough coastal paths to Shielmartin Hill, Red Rock, Doldrum Beach, Jamesons Cove, and Baily Lighthouse. Guides such as Shane, Isaac, and Conor add local stories, while the tour ends with a free photo video.

“Nothing to improve …was very happy with what we were able to see and learn about!”

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