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Inis Cealtra Tour eBike Ride and Boat Trip to Holy Island
From$85
180 minutes – 240 minutes
Limerick, Ireland
Full description
Discover the rich history of Inis Cealtra, also known as Holy Island, with a unique eBike tour from either Killaloe or Tuamgraney. Cycle along the scenic shores of Lough Derg before enjoying a boat ride to the island. Spend an hour exploring ancient monastic ruins before cycling back to your starting point. This tour offers a perfect blend of outdoor adventure and cultural insight for small groups of up to six people, ensuring an intimate experience. Whether you're a beginner or more experienced, choose from easy to moderate cycling options to suit your level.
- Tour duration: 3 to 4 hours, depending on start point
- Maximum group size of 6 for a personalized experience
- Explore the historic buildings of Inis Cealtra for an hour
- Coffee stop at Mountshannon before your boat ride
Included / Excluded
- Use of bicycle
- Helmet, Hi Vis, Panniers containing Bike Pump, Puncture Repair Kit and Emergency Rain Jacket
- There is a fare for the boat to Holy Island, payable to Holy Island Tours on boarding the boat.
- There will be a choice of places to stop for coffee/tea/hot chocolate and/or food, however this is not included in the price.
Itinerary
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See beautiful views of Lough Derg and the Slieve Bearnagh Mountain Range as we cycle up through the hills and back along the lake shore. We can stop as often as you like to admire the views, or can press on and clock up the miles if you prefer that.
Duration: 1h 30mAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Visit Tuamgraney, a picturesque and historic market town. Here, you can view St Cronan's Church, which dates back to the 7th century and is the oldest church still in regular use in Ireland.
Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Pass by: The second town our tour visits is Scariff, another historic market town.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4
Mountshannon was built as a centre for the linen industry. Today it is a quiet harbour town where we board the boat to Holy Island. We can also get a coffee here before boarding the boat.
Duration: 30 minAdmission: YES
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At Mountshannon you will board a boat, operated by Holy Island Tours, which will take you out to Inis Cealtra (Holy Island). This is an ancient monastic site, built in the 6th and subsequent centuries. For several centuries it was a centre of learning, religion and trade. You will have an hour to wander among the buildings and enjoy the peace and tranquility. There is a €16 fare per adult which is not included in the tour price, and which is payable by cash or Revolut to Holy Island Tours.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NO
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Participants aged under 18 must be accompanied by one or more adults.
- The boat is weather dependant. In the event that weather does not permit sailing, guests will be offered an alternative tour, including a visit to the Inis Cealtra Visitor Experience centre.
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2 Tennesseeans
Rob is great! Took great care of us, great bikes,great scenery. The new visitor center for the island is wonderful. thanks, Rob
Elmo_cOct 5, 2025VIATOR
Additional information
Participants aged under 18 must be accompanied by one or more adults.
The boat is weather dependant. In the event that weather does not permit sailing, guests will be offered an alternative tour, including a visit to the Inis Cealtra Visitor Experience centre.