Saol Sona Goes to Wales — June 5th–7th, 2026

Tickets on sale December 3rd
Snowdon + Ogwen Valley Weekend Adventure | Only 14 spaces

We’re heading across the water for a full weekend of hiking, exploring, and soaking up the best of Eryri National Park including a guided climb of Snowdon, Wales’ highest peak.

What’s Included:
• Return transport from Dublin → Wales via ferry
• All bus transport around Wales ( you will get on the bus in Dublin and this will take us everywhere! So no need to think about transport at all)
• Guided hike up Snowdon (Saturday)
• Guided hike in the Ogwen Valley (Sunday)
• 2 nights accommodation
• Trip led + facilitated by Saol Sona

Itinerary:
Friday: Meet in Dublin at approx 7am → ferry to Wales → chilled evening to explore. (times tbc closer to the date)
Saturday: Guided hike up Snowdon.
Sunday: Hike in the Ogwen Valley, visit another area of Eryri National Park → late ferry back to Dublin (approx 20:30).

Price:
• €450 — Non Saol Sona Society Members
• €440 — Saol Sona Society Members

Booking:
A €60 deposit is required to secure your space.
This deposit is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Remaining balance due April 1st — once paid, this is also non-refundable.

Once your space is confirmed, you’ll be added to a WhatsApp group with the rest of the attendees.
✨ If this is your first Saol Sona event, please confirm your identity via Instagram or WhatsApp after booking.

This trip is fully booked out. To join the waitlist please message @saolsonaireland on instargram “ Sliabh Liag Waitlist”

I am sooo excited for this trip!! Come and join me to explore the incredible Sliabh Liag Peninsula with @outwestclothing.ie ⛰️🥾

Míle buíochas le @sliabhliagpeninsula for helping us plan an amazing weekend for you all!

⏰ Cathain? November 21st-23rd (There will be no activities the Friday night to give people time to arrive after work, relax and meet each other. We will finish up at approximately 2/3pm on Sunday to allow people to travel home too!)

⭐️What’s Included?
* 2 nights accommodation in beautiful accomodation based in Carrick (private and shared rooms available)
* 2 breakfasts
* 1 lunch
* Kayaking
* Sauna and Sea Swim with @sliabhliag_sauna
* Guided Sunrise Hike
* Sliabh Liag Cliff Hike
* Games As Gaeilge ( don’t worry about your level of Irish for this! It’s just a bit of fun agus is fearr Gaeilge bhriste ná Bearla cliste 😉)
* Goodie bags

⛰️ Most excitingly, each attendee will receive an @outwestclothing.ie X @newwavewildproject T-Shirt and €16.61 per person will be donated to New Wave by Outwest. New Wave are an incredible charity which take therapy services outdoors and I’m so happy that with our trip we will be able to help them do the amazing work they do!

There’ll be other Outwest treats in store for attendees throughout the weekend too!! 😍😍

👥 Cé? Everyone- come solo or with friends! The trip is designed to get people outdoors and to meet new people so don’t worry if you’re coming alone, you’ll make friends in no time!

🚗 How to get there: Must arrange own transport, but we’ll have a group chat to help organise carpooling.

➡️ Cé mhéad? Starting at €260 for a shared room or upgrades available to a private room.

SOLD OUT- to join the waitlist message @saolsonaireland on instagram “ Camino Waitlist”

April 25th – May 2nd, 2025

Join us for an unforgettable adventure along the stunning Portuguese Coastal Camino, walking from Porto to Baiona with the Saol Sona crew. This week-long journey blends the magic of the Camino with the easygoing, social spirit that defines our community — connecting with nature, yourself, and like-minded souls along the Atlantic coast.

You’ll experience golden beaches, charming seaside towns, and a taste of both Portugal and Spain, all while travelling light — your luggage will be transferred each day so you can fully enjoy the walk.

💛 What’s Included

• 7 nights in 3–4 star hotels (twin rooms 2 people sharing) Don’t worry if you are coming solo, most people will be! Single room available for supplement.

• 7 breakfasts

• Camino Pilgrim Passport

• Daily bag transfers ( no sore backs yay!) - one 20kg bag per person

• Ferry crossing between Portugal and Spain

• Return transport to Porto at the end of the trip

• Chocolate Museum Tour 🍫

• Some more surprises…

💸 Price

• €850 per person

• €825 for Saol Sona Society Members

• Private Room Supplement: €350 extra

• Deposit: €100 (non-refundable) required for booking

• Payment plan: €300 due Jan 30th, remaining balance due Mar 15th
  (All payments are non-refundable once made as they go directly to service providers.)

🛫 Travel Details

Flights are not included, giving you flexibility to arrive early or stay longer.
Recommended flights:
✈️ April 25th: Dublin → Porto (Ryanair 18:25 → 20:50)
✈️ May 2nd: Porto → Dublin (Ryanair 21:14 → 23:40)

🥾 Itinerary Snapshot

April 25th: Arrive to Porto and stay the night to prepare to set off walking in the morning. You must be in Porto for the 25th April at the latest, unless you intend to meet us somewhere along the way.
Day 1 (26th): Porto → Vila do Conde (33km)
Day 2 (27th): Vila do Conde → Esposende (25km)
Day 3 (28th): Esposende → Viana do Castelo (27km)
Day 4(29th): Viana do Castelo → Vila Praia de Âncora (19km)
Day 5(30th): Vila Praia de Âncora → Oia (25km) – ferry to Spain 🇪🇸
Day 6 (1st): Oia → Baiona (18km)
May 1st: We end the trip with a night in Baiona.

‍May 2nd: Return transfer to Porto. This gives us the day to explore Baiona to be back in Porto in time for the 21.14 flight to Dublin. Anybody who wishes to stay on in Porto and not get the flight, is still welcome to use this transfer back. Anybody continuing their trip or traveling to elsewhere from Baiona, it is your responsibility from this point to arrange your own transport if you are not taking the arranged group transfer.

Snapshots of accommodation pictured above. Rooms will be two people sharing ( twin beds), unless otherwise requested. If you would like to room with somebody specifically please let us know, otherwise rooms will be assigned on a random basis ( male with male, female with female).