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IRELAND 2008

The Kerry Way

The famous Ring of Kerry! Ireland's best known secret flows westwards from the Lakes of Killarney. Walking the Kerry Way avoids the bustle, takes you into the mountains, above the roads and away from the masses. Hike the foothills of the Reeks, spectacular coastline scenery and stay in Killarney, splendid in its lakeshore location.

The 11 day trail starts in the famous town of Killarney and walks through Killarney National Park and over the Lakes of Killarney to the remote Black Valley and Glencar. Rhododendron forests, old oakwoods and along the foot of Ireland's highest mountains to Glenbeigh where you meet day 5-8 of the 8 day tour.

The Kerry Way follows old green roads, mountain trails and small country roads. There will be some walking on roads, as it is not always possible to walk in open country. It is well signposted with wooden or plastic yellow markers and road signs.

PRICE

8 Day: Ł395.00 per person sharing, Ł70.00 single supplement. 11 Day: Ł540 per person sharing, Ł110.00 single supplement

INCLUDED

7 nights (or 10) Bed&Breakfast or guesthouse accommodation; luggage transfers each day; detailed route descriptions and maps.

NOT INCLUDED

Other meals; transfers to and from Killarney; entries or excursions.

SUGGESTED EXTRA OPTIONS
Extra night in Waterville, to visit the Skellig islands with 5^th century monastic remains and a bird sanctuary. An incredible place.

Departure dates 2008:

April 1- October 20

To book email: walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353

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ITINERARY

DAY 1: Arrival in Glenbeigh, situated at the foot of a well-wooded mountain and close to the head of Dingle Bay.
Overnight Glenbeigh

DAY 2: Walk Glenbeigh to Foilmore near Cahirciveen, with views over Dingle Bay. Overnight Foilmore.
19 kms/11.9 miles

DAY 3: Walk to Waterville over hills of 200-300m and overlooking Lough Currane. Overnight in Waterville.
25 kms/15.6 miles

DAY 4: Waterville to Caherdaniel via the coastal route to Derrynane - lovely village with great beach. Overnight Derrynane.
15 kms/9.4 miles

DAY 5: Walk Caherdaniel to Sneem on the "old Butter road". Overnight Sneem. 19 kms/11.9 miles

DAY 6: Sneem to Kenmare via Tahilla and Blackwaterbridge, enjoying the views over Kenmare Bay. Overnight Blackwaterbridge.
22 kms/13.75 miles or 30 kms/18.75 miles

DAY 7: Walk to Killarney through Killarney National Park on the "Old Kenmare Road". Overnight Killarney.
25 kms/15.6 miles

DAY 8: Departure by bus or train from Killarney.

11 Day Tour

DAY 1: Arrival in Shannon or Cork. Transfer by bus to Killarney. Overnight guesthouse Killarney.

DAY 2: Walk Killarney to Black Valley, through Killarney National Park to finish at Brandon's Cottage. 22 km/13.75 miles

DAY 3: Walk Black Valley to Glencar. Pass under the magnificent Magillicuddy Reeks and Ireland's highest mountain. Overnight Glencar.
23 kms/14.4 miles

DAY 4: Glencar to Glenbeigh, with views over Caragh Lake and Dingle Bay. Overnight Glenbeigh.
13 kms/8 miles

DAY 5-11: as per programme above, finish in Killarney

DIFFICULTY OF WALK
10 day tour - moderate. 8 day tour - moderate to difficult

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HIGHLIGHTS

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WEATHER

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Link courtesy of uk met office

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ACCOMMODATION & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ACCOMMODATION

Bed & Breakfast in guesthouse accommodation usually with ensuite bathroom

GETTING THERE

AIRPORT FOR TRANSFERS Cork or Shannon, bus to Killarney.
Kerry Regional Airport

WHEN TO GO

April to October

INSURANCE

We recommend that you take out appropriate holiday insurance covering you against illness, injury, and loss or damage to luggage. This insurance should also cover the possibility of your having to cancel your holiday for whatever reason.

To book, contact worldwalks at:
email:walking@star.co.uk
T: (44) (0)1242 254353