Packages and Options

Rates Note:

 8 day tour 

DAY 1: Arrival in Shannon. Travel by bus to Tralee and on to Killarney then to Glenbeigh. Your accommodation is in this traditional seaside village.
DAY 2: Walk from Glenbeigh to Foilmore near Cahirciveen, with views over Dingle Your route passes the magnificent Rosbeigh Beach with stunning views over Dingle Bay, before walking through the Foilmore valley overlooked by the majestic Knocknadobar. 19km, Ascent 300m, approx. 7 hours walking
DAY 3: Walk to Waterville through the hinterland of Cahirciveen. The route passes through turf bogs and pine forest. Some short climbs give views over Valentia Island and the western end of the peninsula. Overnight in Waterville, a colourful coastal village. 24km, Ascent 350m, approx. 7 hours walking
DAY 4: Waterville to Caherdaniel via the coast and Derrynane National Park.. Today you are doing a wonderfully scenic route along the coast. It is a short walk and time take a detour at Derrynane to visit Derrynane House and gardens. It is the home of Daniel O’Connell, called ”The Liberator” and father of Catholic Emancipation during the 19^th century. 15km. Ascent 200m, approx. 5 hours walking
DAY 5: Walk Caherdaniel to Sneem on the “old Butter road” where butter was transported to Cork in the 19^th century. The Way climbs again on the foothills of Eagle Hill and a short detour take you to the 3rd century stone built Staigue Fort. Your route stays above the main Ring of Kerry road, following rocky paths through sheep country to Sneem. 19km. Ascent 280m, approx. 6 hours walking
DAY 6: Sneem to Kenmare via Tahilla and Blackwaterbridge. This walk takes you along the rocky shoreline of Kenmare Bay, easy walking through forest and the estate of Dromore Castle. The delightful Blackwater Bridge spans the Blackwater River coming from high in the Macgillycuddy Reeks. Kenmare is an interesting and colourful market town, on the banks of the Roughty River where it opens up into Kenmare Bay. It was founded in 1670 and settled by a handful of Englishmen, who built a prosperous fishing industry and an ironworks. 22 or 28km. Ascent 50m, approx. walking time 6 / 8 hours
DAY 7: Walk to Killarney on the “Old Kenmare Road” a delightful pass between Peakeen & Knockanaguish mountains. Descend through Killarney National Park, old oak forests, lichens, red deer, views over the Lakes of Killarney. The end of the Way passes 18^th century Muckross House and Gardens and into the tourist town of Killarney. 25km. Ascent 550m, approx. walking time 7 hours
DAY 8: Departure by bus or train from Killarney.

 Itinerary - 12 day tour 

DAY 1  Arrival in Shannon or Cork. Transfer by bus to Killarney, world renowned due more to the unsurpassed beauty of its setting than any historical or architectural features. Lots to see and do. Overnight guesthouse Killarney
DAY 2  Walk Killarney to Black Valley, along the lake shore through Killarney National Park, Torc Waterfall and native oak forests. The Way is well marked and a pleasant start to the tour. Finish at Lord Brandon's Cottage at the head of the upper lake. Overnight in the remote Black Valley.    22km
DAY 3  Walk Black Valley to Glencar. Old green roads and mountain sheep country, under the magnificent Magillicuddy Reeks and Carrauntohill, Ireland's highest mountain. The Black valley passes into the Bridia Valley and mountain farming comminities are all that are to be found here. Old roads from settlements go by the magnificent Lough Acoose under the Reeks to Glencar on the Caragh River.  23km
DAY 4  Glencar to Glenbeigh, through the old woodlands of Glencar and the lovely Blackstones Bridge. The route climbs above Caragh Lake and then crosses Seefin mountain via the Windy Gap with views of Dingle Bay. Descend through the Cummergorm Glen to the seaside village of Glenbeigh.  13km
DAY 5   As per Day 2 in the 8-day tour   19km
DAY 6   Free day to visit the famous 5th century monastic settlement on the Skelling Islands (weather permitting, boat ride 45 minutes, €30 not included). Optional walk on beautiful Valentia Island (10 minute ferry ride €6.00) with a visit to the Slate Quarry and Glanleam sub-trpoical gardens.   12km
DAY 7  As Day 3 of the 8-day itinerary    24km
DAY 8-12  As Days 4-8 of the 8-day itinerary

Itineraries are subjedct to change

You can walk this route anytime between April and October. In April/May and October the weather can be unpredictable so knowledge of map reading and compass are important

The Irish climate is damp and mild. In order to enhance your holiday these items should be in your suitcase: