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 Highlights
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- Glenbeigh - A picturesque,
vibrant village by the Atlantic Ocean
- Rossbeigh Beach - an award winning blue
flag beach
- Killarney National Park, lakes, oak woods,
waterfalls, bogland habitat of the Irish
Red Deer.
- 19th century Muckross House and Gardens
- Mid Kerry's inland valleys and the Gap
of Dunloe
- Spectacular coastal walk overlooking Dingle
Bay
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- 'Sub Tropical' and unique flora, folklore,
archaeology
- Optional boat trip to Skelligs islands
(a monastic settlement from 600 AD)
- Glenbeigh's strong tradition of music
and dance.
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| This walking and hiking holiday is based
in the South West of Ireland, in Glenbeigh, in Co. Kerry,
affectionately known to us Kerry people as "The
Kingdom". It offers you the convenience of a single
accommodation base (no packing and unpacking each day)
but with a sense of completing a journey. 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. The experience of travelling on foot
as in days of yore is complemented by superb views,
unique flora and fauna and a landscape imbued with folklore.
Add ample opportunities to enjoy the craic (the fun)
of evenings in an Irish pub, a private Irish Whiskey
Tasting and you get a satisfying cultural experience,
as well as a wonderful walking and hiking tour. |
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| Glenbeigh (Gleann Beithe
– Valley of the Birch trees) is a beautiful
vibrant village situated by the Atlantic Ocean, at
the foot of the mountains of the Iveragh peninsula,
on the Ring of Kerry. Walk on the 6 miles of golden,
blue flag beach of Rossbeigh, while breathing in the
fresh Atlantic sea air. The town has great pubs and
restaurants where you will have the opportunity to
hear traditional Irish music or even partake in some
dancing! Situated on the Kerry Way walking route you
can walk from your guesthouse on two days. |
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| Your accommodation for the week is in
Kerry Ocean Lodge, Go Ireland's 20
bedroom walking lodge based in the centre of Glenbeigh
with every walkers need catered for. Every room has
a TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and
private bathroom. There is also free internet access,
free laundry facilities and private parking. |
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Walking Tour Itinerary: |
Day 1. Arrival
Dinner & welcome briefing with guide at guesthouse
in Glenbeigh 19:00hrs. |
Day 2. Dooks Beach and 'Mountain'.
- Distance: 12km/7.5miles Ascent: 50m/165ft
A gentle walk on road, bog road and beach allows you
to experience a variety of habitats (blanket bog,
sand dune, freshwater lake/stream and seashore) as
well as to view peat cuttings. End the walk with a
visit to Ireland’s only Bog Village museum where
you can see how people lived in olden days. |
Day 3. The Kerry Way (Kells
to Glenbeigh) - 17km/10.5miles Ascent: 300m/1,000ft
This walk takes you on the early Christian route and
medieval coaching road, with detours to view archaeological
artefacts, views across Dingle Bay and a possible
diversion to a beach for a swim in the Atlantic Ocean. |
Day 4. The Kerry Way (Glenbeigh
to Glencar)
Distance: 17km/10.5miles Ascent 270m/ 900ft or Via Windy
Gap -
Distance: 13km/ 8miles Ascent 350m/1,150ft
You walk from the seaside village of Glenbeigh, ascend
gradually to circle Seefin Mountain and stroll downwards
into the lush valley of the Caragh River in storied
Glencar. |
Day 5. Option/Rest Day.
Options: Day tours, i.e., Ring of Kerry, Dingle Peninsula,
Killarney, etc., or visit Skelligs Rock. Alternatively
go fishing, golfing, horse riding, hire a bike or
walk. Or just relax. |
Day 6. The Kerry Way (Black
Valley) and the Gap of Dunloe
Bridia Valley to Gap of Dunloe - Distance: 16km/10miles
Ascent: 400m/1,300ft
Derrycunnihy to Gap of Dunloe - Distance: 10.7km/6.6miles
Ascent: 200m/ 660ft
There is a choice of routes through the dramatic,
ice-carved Black Valley, followed by a walk up and
through the internationally known Gap of Dunloe. |
Day 7. Killarney National Park
Distance: 10.5km/6.5miles Ascent: 230m/ 750ft Descent:
330m/1,100ft
The final leg of the Kerry Way takes you into Killarney
National Park - through ancient oak woods, along the
Old Kenmare Road, with a descent beside the spectacular
Torc Cascade and into the gardens of Muckross House
(19th century mansion), with its welcoming teashop.
Optional extended walk to visit to the ruins of Muckross
Friary (15th century). Option extra: 12km/7.5 miles |
| Day 8. Departure Day. |
GRADE:  |
Moderate walks of 7-11 miles
(11-18Km)
with gradual ascents of up to 1300ft (400m)
approx. |
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| Details
of Your Ireland Walking Tour: |
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€810 per person for
7 nights
€540 per person for 4 nights (except on
solo dates) |
| Dates |
Solos Only Dates |
| April:12 |
April: 26 |
| May:
10*, 31 |
May: 24 |
| June: 14, 21* |
June: 28 |
| July: 5*,
19, 26* |
July: 12 |
| Aug: 2, 9*,
16, 23 |
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| Sept:
6*, 13, 27 |
Sept:20 |
| Oct: 11 |
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Only Dates
These are exclusive dates for
solo travellers where there will
be more single rooms available
The first 6 rooms booked are guaranteed
a single room with no supplement.
There will also be twin share
option with someone of the same
sex.
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An English/German speaking guide is available on these
dates.
All nationalities welcome on these bi-lingual
dates. |
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| Airport
Transfers for your Walking Tour: |
Go
Ireland Airport Transfers. |
Shannon to Kerry at 12:00 on Saturdays
from the information point in the arrivals hall.
Return transfer arrives at Shannon airport at 11:00
on Saturdays.
Kerry airport transfers
are between 08:00 and 18:00 hours on Saturdays.
Clients who cannot make these transfer times should
make their own way to the accommodation.
Arrangements can be made for taxi transfers at an additional
cost. (See below) |
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arrange individual taxis outside these hours: |
| Kerry Airport to Glenbeigh |
Single €45 |
Return €90 |
| Shannon Airport to Glenbeigh |
Single €170 |
Return €340 |
| Cork Airport to Glenbeigh |
Single €155 |
Return €310 |
| Bus/Rail Station to Glenbeigh |
Single €45 |
Return €90 |
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