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South
West Ireland Hiking Vacations |
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| Hiking vacations in the south west
of Ireland feature the beauty and majesty of the
Cork and Kerry coastlines. Featuring vast beaches,
untouched hills and mountains combinined with a
unique heritage. |
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Kerry Gems:
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8 days/7 nights
This hiking vacation, based in the South West of
Ireland offers you four legs of the Kerry Way, on
old coach and butter roads, take you from the Atlantic
Ocean, on the shore of Dingle Bay, through the wild
valleys of Mid Kerry to the Killarney National Park.
Add ample opportunities to enjoy the the fun of
evenings in an Irish pub and you get a satisfying
cultural experience. |
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Classic Kerry Way:
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8 days/7 nights
The Kerry Way, a low-level hiking route, uses the
old droving paths and coach roads of the Iveragh
Peninsula to create a journey through history and
folklore. Spectacular views, combined with rare
flora and fauna, geology and bird watching will
be appreciated by all, whether amateur or enthusiast. |
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Dingle Penisula:
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8 days/7
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This hiking vacation is the perfect introduction
to the spectacular scenery of the ancient barony
of Corca Dhuibhne (Corkaguiney). Gaelic culture
is alive and the Gaelic language is still spoken
in the homes at the western end of the peninsula.
The walks are spread throughout its length, allowing
you to sample the hills that make up its spines,
as well as some of the many beaches. |
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Majestic Kerry:
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8 days/7
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This vacation gives an opportunity to explore the
spectacular landscape, the Atlantic coast, the thriving
Gaelic culture, music and language of the Dingle
peninsula and old archaeological sites giving a
true insight into what Ireland is all about. While
you walk a variety of coastal and inland walks.
Offerin a truly unique Irish experience. |
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West Cork - Beara Way:
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8 days/7
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The Beara Peninsula is shared by Cork and Kerry
and this fine coastline has some of the most outstanding
beauty spots in the South West of Ireland. It stretches
between Bantry Bay and the Kenmare River Estuary.
Archaeological remains from pre-history mingle with
romantic castle ruins, all set in dramatic scenery
of mountain, lake, rock and sea. |
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Hiking
Vacations in the West Coast |
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| Our West Coast hiking vacations of
Ireland capture the essence of this unique landscape.
Both of these hiking vacations each sample the unique
aspects that these beautiful regions offer to walkers.
Taking in the breathtaking scenery that is Tthe
Burren while travelling to the Aran Islands each
sight a true gem in the western crown. |
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Connemara, Burren and Aran
Islands: Click
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8
days/7 nights
This three centre, guided walk covers three very
different areas of the west coast of Ireland - The
Burren, The Aran Islands and Connemara. You will
be based in hotels and guesthouses in locations
that provide the richest variety of geology, scenery
and hiking conditions that could be desired. |
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Galway & Mayo:
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8 days/7
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This vacation of 5 days relaxed hiking up to 8 miles
(12 km) daily. From your base in Westport, you will
be taken in a different direction each day to ramble
and explore quiet country lanes, bog roads and coastal
paths. Westport captures the essence of the west
of Ireland, nestled under Croagh Patrick and overlooking
Clew Bay and its enchanting islands. |
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Northwest
Ireland Hiking Vacations |
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| Our North West hiking vacations showcase
the beauty and history of this timeless region.
The north of Ireland is famous the world over for
its fantastic scenery, and magnificent mountains. |
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Donegal Delights:
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8 days/7
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Take a walk in one of the most unspoilt landscapes
in Europe. Discover Slieve League, among Europe's
highest sea cliffs and the glorious Glenveagh National
Park. Donegal is famous for its beautiful scenery,
coastline, impressive mountain ranges, glens and
lakes and rich reminders of a historic past. |
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Independent
Hiking Vacations |
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| If you prefer we
can organise hiking vacations where you are in charge.
Explore and see the sights at your leisure. |
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Kerry Way (8 Day and
12 Day): Click
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8 days/j12 days
This hiking vacation is the ideal way to explore
the Ring of Kerry. You start and end your vacation
in Killarney and on route you have a wonderful selection
of woodland, valley and coastal walks. It will take
11 days to complete the Ring. The average hiking
time time ranges from 5 to 7 hours per day at a
leisurely pace. |
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Dingle Way (8 Day &
11 Day): Click
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8
days/12 days
A walk from Kerry's county town Tralee, to the fishing
port of Dingle and beyond, through one of the last
strongholds of the Gaelic language and through spectacular
scenery, rich in archaeological sites. Along the
way we pass mountains, lakes and beaches - the setting
of many films, including 'Ryan's Daughter'.
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Hike
and Drive Ireland Vacations |
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| Hiking Vacations of Ireland with the
convienience of a rental car are the ideal way for
hikers and walkers who wish to explore Ireland for
themselves. Choose from our 3 vacation bases and
create your very own hiking expierience. |
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Hike & Drive:
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8 days/7 nights
The perfect itinerary for those who wish to go as
they please in their own car and choose when and
where to hike. We have chosen Kerry, Wicklow and
Galway as the three hiking bases for 2003. We will
book the accommodation, car hire and supply you
with hiking notes and maps. You simple decide how
energetic you are feeling, park the car and hike. |
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