The Guinness Way – Half Day Tour
The Guinness Way - Half Day Tour Route
Historic, Pleasant and Safe Cycle Along the Grand Canal Greenway and Beyond.
About
On this specially curated guided bike tour, you will cycle along quiet roads, cycle paths and tow paths of the grand canal and the Arthur Guinness Way.
Visit the newly opened Malt to Vault Exhibition in Ardclough Village, homestead of Arthur Guinness himself; stop off for a snack at a 19th century period house; visit the grave of Arthur and his family.
This is a half day tour that is safe, suitable for families and small groups, and filled with fun, healthy outdoor activity, great scenery and interesting places to visit.
Itinerary
- Naas Moat
- Abbey Graveyard
- Grand Canal Towpath (Naas Branch)
- Grand Canal Greenway
- Historic Town of Sallins
- Visit to Malt to Vault Exhibit
- Snack at Cliff at Lyons
- Sli na Dala, Ancient Road
- Oughterard Church and Graveyard
- Historic Town of Kill
- Historic Town of Johnstown
- Return to Lawlor’s Hotel
Duration – 3 to 4 Hours approx.
Skill/Fitness Level: Moderate
Key to Skill/Fitness Levels:
Basic
Guests should be in general good health with a basic level of fitness, able to walk at a leisurely pace for upto 3 hours with regular rest stops
Moderate
Guests should be in general good health with a good level of fitness, able to walk, hike or cycle at a moderate pace for upto 5 hours with regular rest stops
Advanced
Guests should be in general good health with a strong level of fitness, able to walk, hike or cycle at a moderate pace for over 5 hours with occasional rest stops
