15 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

Spend 11 hours tracing Winterfell locations in Northern Ireland with Game of Thrones extras such as Lars or Robbie. Walk through Tollymore Forest, explore Castle Ward, dress in Stark-style cloaks, enjoy a Strangford Lough lunch stop, and return to Dublin by coach.

“The vendor sent a message at 12:15am the day of the excursion that the trip was canceled. There was no notification from Viator or an email explaining that the trip was canceled. We paid $40 Euro for all day parking and stood and waited at the pickup spot until I was told by someone else who had come for the trip that it was canceled. Great job, Lars! Thanks fire getting my hopes up.”

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2.Dublin Coastal Hike, Pints & Puppies Adventure

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

Explore Howth with local guides such as Patrick, Mark, or Kevin on a 3 to 4-hour coastal walk covering the abbey, lighthouses, cliffs, and summit. Expect uphill paths, uneven ground, Irish folklore, dog-friendly company, a keepsake video, and a pint at The Bloody Stream.

“This was one of the best tours we have done in this our second trip to Ireland. Patrick, our guide, was fantastic! His ability to mix history and local knowledge with humor made the entire time we spent together absolutely great. The views that we took in during the hike were incredible. If your looking to get out of Dublin for the day and experience the views and history of a fishing village, this tour is the one!”

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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

Start at 10 a.m. in Doolin and walk roughly five miles toward the Cliffs of Moher at an easy pace. Guides such as Oisin, Simon, Phil, Sean, and Tommy add local history, folklore, and stories. The tour ends at the cliffs, with a taxi arranged back to Doolin for an extra fee.

“Be prepared for rain, wind, and mud. Be able to climb small obstacles. Excellent narrative and friendly guide.”

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4.Dublin Coastal Hike with Howth Adventures

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

Join Zach, Rob, Matt, Sean, or another local Howth guide for a three-hour coastal hike from Howth Market. Expect harbor seals, Viking ruins, heathland, cliffs, lighthouse views, local stories, and a steep, sometimes muddy route. The small group is capped at 10 people.

“Very scenic and beautiful hike. The tour guides were extremely nice and friendly. All around a great experience.”

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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 walk 6 to 9 miles across cliffs, heathland, beaches, and rocky paths. Hear local stories, visit sea caves when tides allow, and finish at Howth Summit or descend to the village. Guides may include Shane, Zack, Dee, or Sean, and Loki the dog sometimes joins.

“We lucked out with amazing weather for this hike. A lot of uphills, a lot of different kinds of scenery and terrain very enjoyable great views.”

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6.Wicklow Mountains Horse Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Ride through the Wicklow Mountains and Kings River valley with Hollywood Horse and Pony Trekking. Ray, Lisa, Nicole, and Jack match horses to riding ability, give beginners a short lesson, and guide small groups of up to six. The route may include countryside trails, lake riding, and cantering for experienced riders.

“Outstanding experience... beautiful sights, great staff, wonderful horses. The whole family really enjoyed this experience.”

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7.Howth Coastal Hiking Tour

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

Join a local English-speaking guide for a three-hour hike from Howth Market through St Mary’s Abbey, village lanes, heathland, Ben of Howth, Baily Lighthouse, cliff paths, Balscadden Bay, and the harbour. Guides may include Zack, Dee, Sean, Paul, or Charlie, with local stories and a complimentary video memento.

“Our family had a wonderful time hiking with Zack. He perfectly balances a gorgeous hike with stories of Irish history and culture, including his own family. It is clear that he loves Howth and by the end of the tour we did too!”

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8.Howth Hiking Trail from Dublin: Mythology and Legend

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · from $46

Join a Spanish-speaking guide such as Álvaro, Luis, or Javi for a 5 to 6-hour, 11-kilometre hike around Howth Peninsula. Expect a fishing harbor, forests, fairy lore, Howth Castle, Muck Rock, seals, and views toward Baily Lighthouse. Bring food, sturdy shoes, and about €6 for the train.

“He's just the best guide I've ever met. And the tour is just beautiful, he show us the best places in there. I really recomend to do his tours because I'm gonna do them all. Just perfect, everything so friendly and carefully chose.”

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9.Dublin Coastal Hike and Pints & Puppies

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · from $53

Meet local guides such as Mark or Paddy and their friendly dogs at Howth train station. Walk coastal trails to cliff views, seals, a 700-year-old castle, and St. Mary’s Abbey, then share a complimentary pint in an Irish pub.

“We really enjoyed spending time with Mark and Missy. Mark’s an entertaining guide and we learned quite a bit about Howth, Dublin and Ireland. The hike was definitely strenuous in spots, but you are rewarded with beautiful views (depending on the weather) after some elevation gain. It was fun chatting with Mark and the other tour members over a pint at the end of the tour.”

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10.Howth Safari Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 70 reviews · from $67

Meet your English-speaking Howth Adventures guide at The House Restaurant for scones, tea, and coffee, then walk 10 to 15 kilometers over cliffs, heathland, beaches, and muddy paths. Expect local stories, Dublin Bay views, historic towers, Baily Lighthouse, and a complimentary photo video.

“Spectacular experience. The hike was the right length & vigor. The environment is breathtaking. Zack is experienced, interesting, full of lore and a genuine pleasure. I would do it again.”

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11.Glendalough Night Hike and History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · from $44

Join Wild Summits for a four-to-five-hour evening hike around Glendalough’s lakes with guides including Elena. Watch for Sika deer at sunset, walk through the miners’ village and sixth-century monastic site after dark, then stargaze beneath County Wicklow’s night sky.

“Both guides but especially Elena were marvolous. Perhaps start earlier so the pace is not so fast and more time to enjoy the views.”

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12.Toe Head Clifftop Hike in West Cork

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Join Conor of Gormú for a gentle 7km loop around Toe Head in West Cork. In 2 hours 45 minutes, you’ll visit an Iron Age fort, famine village, orchid heathland, an EIRE sign, and Tráigh Liceach, with snacks, water, stories, and a small group capped at 10.

“Conor had a great loop planned out with lots of great stories about the history and folklore along the way. The views were amazing and the company was even better. Highly recommend!”

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13.Bog Safari Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $50

Walk an ancient Donegal bog with guide Sharon, learning how peat formed, why it matters to Irish culture, and how turf cutting, myths, biodiversity, and climate concerns connect. This two-hour hike reaches broad views across Inishowen and West Donegal, with a maximum of 12 people.

“I highly recommend taking the Bog Tour. Sharon shares wisdom, information and lore in a chatty and approachable manner. Plus you get to hike in a BOG! I was lucky to have Sharon to myself and relatively good weather. We met up with one of her neighbors out working in the big so got to see how the bog places a role in the daily lives of people still. It is a unique experience that I thoroughly enjoyed!”

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14.Trek the Tombs and Trails in the Dublin Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $180

Join a small group of up to eight for a seven-hour hike from Dundrum through Glencullen, Tibradden, and the Dublin Mountains. Visit two ancient burial sites, ride local buses, gather seasonal berries, and finish with an optional meal or pub stop.

“Had a lovely time hiking with Ben. He had so much knowledge of Irish history and I learned a lot. The tombs and the views were my favorite part. The hike was gorgeous. You should definitely book this hike.”

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15.Dublin Coastal Hike and Pints with A local & His Dog Private tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $254

Spend 3 to 4 hours exploring Howth with local guide Mark and his friendly dog. Walk the cliff paths, hear local stories, visit St. Mary’s Abbey and lighthouses, then settle in at The Bloody Stream for an included drink and a shareable trip video.

“Exactly as advertised and even better! Mark is great company and his pup was a doll! Views were amazing! No better way to wrap up than at The Bloody Stream!”

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