On the Kerry Way, enjoy the inimitable Irish lifestyle and the friendliness of the people along with the beautiful scenery of the area.
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 12 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 2 of the 8 day tour. The Kerry Way follows old green roads, mountain trails and small country roads. It is well signposted with wooden or plastic yellow markers and road signs.
Price:
8 days/7 nights: £565.00 per person sharing, £85.00 single supplement.
12 days/11 nights: £795.00 per person sharing, £135.00 single supplement.
Included:
Not Included:
Suggested Extras:
Extra night in Waterville, to visit the Skellig islands with 5th century monastic remains and a bird sanctuary. An incredible place.
Departure Dates:
April 1- October 20.
Day 1:
Arrival in Glenbeigh
Arrival in Glenbeigh, situated at the foot of a well-wooded mountain and close to the head of Dingle Bay. Overnight Glenbeigh
Day 2:
Glenbeigh to Foilmore
Walk Glenbeigh to Foilmore near Cahirciveen, with views over Dingle Bay. Overnight Foilmore.
19 kms/11.9 miles
Day 3:
Foilmore to Waterville
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
Waterville to Caherdaniel via the coastal route to Derrynane – lovely village with great beach. Overnight Caherdaniel.
15 kms/9.4 miles
Day 5:
Caherdaniel to Sneem Walk
Caherdaniel to Sneem on the “old Butter road”. Overnight Sneem.
19 kms/11.9 miles
Day 6:
Sneem to Kenmare
Sneem to Kenmare via Tahilla and Blackwaterbridge, enjoying the views over Kenmare Bay. Overnight Kenmare.
22 kms/13.75 miles or 30 kms/18.75 miles
Day 7:
Kenmare to Killarney
Walk to Killarney through Killarney National Park on the “Old Kenmare Road”. Overnight Killarney.
25 kms/15.6 miles
Day 8:
Departure from Killarney
Departure by bus or train from Killarney.
11 night/12 day Tour
The 11 night 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 2 of the 8 day tour. An extra night is built in as a rest day at Foilmore, which also gives you the chance to visit the Skellig Islands.
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:
Walk Glenbeigh to Foilmore near Cahirciveen, with views over Dingle Bay. Overnight Foilmore.
19 kms/11.9 miles
Day 6:
Free day either for rest or to visit the 5th century monastic settlement on the Skellig Islands (weather permitting – boat trip not included 30 euro) or walk on Valentia Island (10 euro by boat)
Day 7:
Walk to Waterville over hills of 200-300m and overlooking Lough Currane. Overnight in Waterville.
25 kms/15.6 miles
Day 8:
Waterville to Caherdaniel via the coastal route to Derrynane – lovely village with great beach. Overnight Derrynane.
15 kms/9.4 miles
Day 9:
Walk Caherdaniel to Sneem on the “old Butter road”. Overnight Sneem.
19 kms/11.9 miles
Day 10:
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 11:
Walk to Killarney through Killarney National Park on the “Old Kenmare Road”. Overnight Killarney.
25 kms/15.6 miles
Day 12:
Departure by bus or train from Killarney.
Bed & Breakfast in guesthouse accommodation usually with ensuite bathroom
AIRPORT FOR TRANSFERS Cork or Shannon, bus to Killarney. Kerry Regional Airport.
Sturdy walking boots and walking socks (with a change of socks in rucksack), rucksack/day pack, 1 x water bottle with 1 litre capacity, insect repellent, sun glasses, sun hat, sun block/cream, compass, torch, first-aid kit
Mid-April to mid-September. Accommodation will be difficult to obtain on UK national holidays unless booked well in advance (and may require an alteration to the programme).
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.
