Dublin Peninsula Hiking Tour with Howth Adventures

• Learn facts and hear local stories about the area’s history

• Explore secluded landscapes often missed by visitors

• Includes plenty of photo stops along the way

Dressed for trekking, meet your guide, who knows the area intimately, near Howth Harbour and set off for your tour of Howth. Climb the hill up and out of the town, past Howth Castle, then continue through the ancient woodland. As you travel over the rustic trails and paths, listen to your guide's narrative about the history of Howth, including its legends and fables. Reach Aideen's Grave, the magical portal tomb that is said to be a gateway to the underworld. Walk through the unusual jungle, imported to Ireland from the former Siam by Lord Howth centuries ago. In the woodland of the southern peninsula, trek through heathers and heath of Shielmartin Hill toward a dramatic coastal cliff.  Stop for a rest at Red Rock Creek, then search out some coastal caves (tides permitted), where you can see some of the marine life that thrives below the waterline.  Climb up the well-known cliffside paths to the Baily Lighthouse and up to Howth Summit. Walk back down into town via the old tramlines, returning to the harbor.

• Local guide

• Food and drinks

• Transportation