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 Ireland & Northern Ireland - Walking Tour of Ireland - walk on ancient paths The most popular way to walk in Ireland is to travel with a group on an escorted walking tour. We offer many itineraries to choose from, in all parts of Ireland. All tours begin and end on Saturday in Ireland, offering the opportunity to combine two tours for a longer stay. We also offer self guided walking in Ireland with luggage transfer. Group Size for our Irish walking tours: Explore Ireland, traveling with a mix of 8-14 English-speaking international travelers. Each walking day we hike 8- 13 miles and the maximum height is 2000 Feet. The routes are relatively free of traffic. The terrain varies by region, from easy to more difficult. You need only walk as far as you want each day. When you walk, there's time to smell the roses, or more likely, the scent of peat fires in the air. Sometimes the best walks in the area mean moving from B&B to B&B each night. On others, a more based stay is planned. This varies by itinerary. When is the best time to walk in Ireland? April through October are best. We offer very few walks at other times of the year. If you do not see something here that completely meets your needs, or if you are traveling with a group of friends, we can custom-design a tour for you. Moderate Grading Irish Walking TourThis grading is given to our SPECIAL INTEREST ESCORTED / GUIDED LEISURE HOLIDAYS and offers walking in varied terrain, sometimes in wet underfoot conditions, suitable for people capable of walking up to I 6KMs (10 Miles) daily. During each day of walking you will encounter uphill and downhill sections with the maximum height of 600 metres being our “cut-off’.  Energetic Grading This grading
is given to our GROUP ESCORTED / GUIDED COMFORT HOLIDAYS and offers hiking,
sometimes across open mountain and bogland (wet conditions). The terrain is
varied and each day will have uphill and downhill hiking — some of which
may be steep. The maximum height we reach on any of these holidays is 950
metres but during a day — your accumulative height gain may exceed this
figure. This type of holiday is suitable for people in a good state of fitness
and capable of walking up to 2OKMs (12 Miles) a day. Strenuous Grading This grading is given to our where participants walk without a guide. For these holidays — participants need to be able to walk up to 2OKMs (12 miles) a day across varied terrain — some open mountain terrain with no tracks, some bog terrain, some beach terrain, some prepared trails or tracks and some asphalt. The maximum height you will have to ascend in any of the holidays is 700 metres, but during a day — your accumulative height gain may exceed this figure. Because participants are walking without a guide — it is essential that you are able to map read and compass navigate and that you take note of local weather forecasts  OUR EASIEST WALKS ARE THE TRADITIONAL
IRELAND TOUR AND THE MINIBREAKS.What's Included in our Guided Walking Tours of Ireland:
 Transfers: On a 8 Day Guided Holiday
we offer an optional airport collection within our timetable on your arrival
day only i.e., Saturdays. If you do not wish to avail of this service, we will
meet you in your first accommodation at 18.00. For Guided Mini Breaks and all
Self Guided holidays you can make your own way to the first accommodation. We
will be happy to give relevant transfer details on request to our Self-Guiding
walkers and to make arrangements if requested. Flying into Dublin Airport is
also possible with an excellent selection of buses and trains to choose from.
See transfer schedule below.One Week Escorted Ireland Walking Tour 2009 Tour Pricing per person Single Rooms: Limited availability. Children: Not suitable for children under 16. All dates shown are the starting dates in Ireland. Flights leave the US the day prior. There is NO additional supplement or those willing to share a two-bedded room with someone of the same sex. However, if you wish to have your own room, a single supplement applies.
 Self Guided Walking Vacations As a Self-Guided hiker you will guide yourself from place to place at your own leisure. It is advisable that you can map read and compass navigate however we provide full detailed information and tour descriptions with maps and route notes for each days walking. Your accommodation is pre-booked and your luggage is transported for you each day. We keep in contact by phone to answer any questions or queries you may have, and to ensure the continued smooth running of your self guided walking vacation. Our 24-hour emergency telephone service leaves you great peace of mind, safe in the knowledge that a 'local' person can be contacted at any time. Each day's hiking can vary in length from 18-25 kms and in height from sea level to 550 metres. Optional extra days are available to allow you to spend extra time in some of the most scenic areas on your holiday, exploring more of the locality or enjoying a well earned 'rest day'. Self Guided Price per person, based on two persons (min.) traveling together. Including
TOURS WITH S PRICING: (Saturday start dates) They are limited to a max of 14 persons.  DINGLE PENINSULA WALK A fascinating peninsula, dominated by
the Slieve Mish Mountains. Walk includes the fishing village of Dingle -a place
well known for its music, dancing, and Irish Language. See
itinerary below. Energetic Grading
RING OF KERRY WALK - The skyline includes Macgillycuddy's Reeks - Ireland's highest mountain range. This walk features breathtaking seascapes and mountainscapes. Ireland’s fabled County Kerry consists of a series of spectacular mountainous peninsulas divided by deep-sea inlets. MacGillycuddy’s Reeks form the centrepiece of the Ring of Kerry, a 179-kilometre circuit from Killarney, via Killorglin, Cahersiveen, Waterville, Kenmare and back to Killarney across Moll’s Gap and past Ladies View – one of Ireland’s most famous viewpoints. Weaving between these points are a network of ancient paths that are nearly as old as the land itself, many of which form part of a long-distance track known as the ‘Kerry Way’. The name ‘Kerry’ comes from the Old Irish word Ciarraige meaning the people of Ciar, an early Celtic tribe that settled in the area around 300 BC. In fact, Kerry has an outstanding collection of historical and archaeological sites that date back over 7,000 years, with several ancient forts and numerous early Christian churches.  Impossibly green pastures stretch as far as the eye can
see, completely empty save for small herds of sheep or goats, and at almost
every turn there are spectacular views of mist-covered mountains and wild
stretches of uninhabitable coastline where deep fissures have been carved, over
the eons, by the pounding waves of the Atlantic Ocean. Here and there along the
coast, pretty fishing villages, such as Caherdaniel and Portmagee, have
successfully withstood the elements and offer a picturesque contrast to the
verdant hills that surround them. The Skellig Islands lie 8 miles off the tip
of the peninsula, two rocky peaks rising sheer out of the Atlantic Ocean.
Skellig Michael is a world heritage site on account of its 6th century monastic
site, with beehive huts, oratories and inscribed crosses. Little Skellig is
home to over 40,000 gannets, the second largest colony in the world. This is a
delightful one-week walk and along the way you’ll enjoy plenty of good
Irish cheer! Energetic Grading Ring of Kerry Walking Tour Trip Outline: This trip takes us on a circular route from Killarney, unveiling some of the most beautiful scenery in the region, exploring both the southern and northern coastlines of the Iveragh peninsula. After spending two nights at Killarney, we move onto Derrynane on Kenmare Bay, where we also stay for two nights. Here you will find Derrynane National Park and Derrynane House, the ancestral family home of Daniel O'Connell, 'The Liberator', a 19th century politician. Moving on we spend the last 3 nights in the market town of Caherciveen, across the water from the famed Valentia Island. On your “free day” you have the opportunity, weather permitting, to take a boat to the Skellig Monastic Rock - an experience of a lifetime and not to be missed. Caherciveen is a market town in transition, being part of the “old Ireland living in the new”. Our walks in the area reflect the Peninsula at its best. After our farewell evening and morning breakfast we transfer to Killarney for onward journeys …. And memories to be cherished. Day 1 Courtesy Airport Collection from Shannon Airport at 12.00 hrs., Cork Airport at 14.00 hrs. or Kerry Airport at 16.00 hrs. Arrive at first guesthouse in Killarney where we stay for the next 2 nights of your holiday. Evening meal together and a general chat about the coming week’s walks. Day 2 We take a wonderful walk through the famous Gap of Dunloe with fabulous views over the Lakes of Killarney & spectacular glacial formations in this well-known valley. Transfer back to Killarney. Evening meal in local restaurant. Walk Details - Distance: 16kms. Duration: 5 hours. Max. Height: 350m. Rocky and sometimes wet & muddy tracks and road walking. Boots essential.  Day 3 Walk from Killarney to Kenmare passing the
historic Muckross House and Gardens. Continue through Killarney National Park
towards Peakeen Mountain with glorious views over Kenmare Bay. Transfer from
the end of the walk to Derrynane where we stay for our next 2 nights. Dinner
and overnight. Walk Details - Distance: 20kms. Duration: 5 hours. Max. Height:
400m. Mountain tracks and open roads. Can be wet - boots recommended. Day 4 Walk from nearby Sneem to the spectacular Staigue Fort. This is a glorious walk with breath-taking views to the south over Kenmare Bay to the Beara Peninsula and West towards Derrynane. Return to Derrynane for evening meal and overnight. Walk Details - Distance: 16kms. Duration: 5 hours. Max. Height: 400m. Grass tracks, open bog land and rough mountains. Can be wet underfoot - boots essential. Some road walking. Day 5 Leaving Derrynane we enjoy a wonderful morning walk around the historic Derrynane National Park and Abbey Island with great coastal vistas. This was once the home of Daniel O’Connell, The Liberator. From here we continue along this majestic coastline with views out to the Skellig Rock, to the lovely village of Waterville. Short transfer this afternoon to Caherciveen for evening meal and overnight accommodation. Walk Details - Distance: 16kms. Duration: 5 hours. Max. Height: 300m. Some road walking, grass tracks and rough heather. Boots essential. Day 6 This is your Free Day. However, we do offer to arrange a visit to the famous and spectacular monastic island of Skellig Michael, 12 kms. off the coast, if weather, sea and boats permit! A walk on Valentia Island is another excellent possibility Dinner and overnight in Caherciveen Day 7 Today, we follow an ancient and fascinating stagecoach trail from Kells, just outside Cahersiveen, and enjoy the most wonderful scenery of the week as we walk along the shores on Dingle Bay east towards Glenbeigh. A truly memorable walk for our last day on the Ivreagh Peninsula. Transfer back to Caherciveen. Overnight and farewell dinner in Caherciveen. Walk Details - Distance: 18kms. Duration: 5hours. Max. Height: 450m. Grass and rocky tracks, open bog land and some road walking. Boots essential. Day 8 Departures. After breakfast, we offer a courtesy transfer to Killarney Bus/Rail Station arriving there at approx 09.45/10.00 hrs. From there you will find bus connections to Shannon Airport - 3 hrs. approx and Cork Airport – 2 hrs. approx.  ANTRIM - NORTHERN IRELAND
Day 1 Arrive to first guesthouse outside Belfast City where we stay
two nights. Day 2 Enjoy a walk in the wonderful Belfast Hills overlooking the
city but with glorious views across Strangford Lough and the North Channel.
Days 3 & 4 Moving north for our next two nights we walk towards the famous
Antrim Glens and then explore them further. Days 5 & 6 Following the coast
to Ballycastle we spend our next two nights there and visit the legendary
Rathlin Island, first stopping place of the Vikings many hundreds of years ago.
Day 7 Visiting the impressive Giant’s Causeway we then go on to
Dunseverick Castle and finish up-literally in the Bushmills Whiskey Distillery.
Day 8 Departures. Energetic Grading
 DONEGAL: Day 1 Arrive at Ardara, where we spend the first
three nights. Day 2 Walk near the Gaeltacht village of Glencolmcille, visiting
pilgrimage sites and spectacular coastal scenery, including jagged headlands
and sea stacks. Day 3 Climb Slieve League with its stunning variegated cliffs
which fall almost sheer into the Atlantic. Day 4 Explore the coastal scenery
near the Rosses and Bunbeg. Evening meal at Gweedore/Bunbeg/Rannafast, where we
spend the next three nights. Day 5 Free day: excursion to Tory Island, one of
Ireland's remotest communities. Tory is the only place in Ireland which still
elects a king and is famous for its rich folklore and its school of primitive
painters. Day 6 Climb Errigal, Donegal's highest peak, whose quartzite slopes
glow pink in the evening sun. Visit Glenveagh National Park. Day 7 Cliff-top
walk Horn Head near Dunfanaghy. Overnight at Letterkenny. Day 8 Departures
Energetic Grading  SLIGO AND LEITRIM: Day 1 Arrive Sligo. Overnight
at Sligo/Drumcliffe. Day 2 Lissadell and Raghly - beach walk. Overnight at
Sligo/Drumcliffe. Day 3 King's Mountain/Benbulben plateau/ Swiss Valley /
Glencar Waterfall. Overnight at Sligo/Drumcliffe. Day 4 Free day - excursion to
Lough Gill / Parkes Castle or Inishmurray and Creevykeel (court tomb).
Overnight at Boyle. Day 5 Castlebaldwin to Boyle, visiting Carrowkeel
megalithic cemetery on Bricklieve Mountains. Overnight at Boyle. Day 6
Castlebaldwin to Ballyfarnon, visiting Heapstown cairn / Labby Rock / Magh
Tuireadh (Moyturra). Overnight at Drumshanbo. Day 7 Ballyfarnon to
Drumkeeran/Arigna, via Kilronan Mtn. and Corrie Mtn. Overnight at Drumshanbo
Day 8 Departures Energetic Grading
 WICKLOW The Dublin and Wicklow mountain range is the largest highland area and the most extensive granite plateau in Ireland. The hills have extensive rounded and heather clad summits with deep valleys, and fantastic views out across the Irish sea. We walk past lakes and farmland, monasteries and forts and the world famous valley of Glandalough. Sika deer may be seen on this holiday. Day 1 Arrive to our Guesthouse near Enniskerry, where we stay for the next 2 nights. Days 2&3 Walking the famous Boglands of Kippure and Lough Bray we cross to the eastern side of the mountains with views over the famous Wicklow Gap. Days 4,5 & 6: Lough Dan and Glendalough with its monasteries, churches, lakes and valleys.Overnighs are spent near the restful village of Laragh. Day 7 The Glen of Imaal and rugged Lugnaquilla dominate todays walk as we enjoy our final day in the beautiful 'Garden of Ireland'.Overnight in Glenmalure. Day 8 Departures. Energetic Grading .jpg) WEST CORK & ISLANDS - BEARA PENINSULA -Scenic peninsula between Cork and Kerry. Day 1 Arrival in Glengarriff where we stay two nights-a glorious little town made famous by Garnish Island. Days 2, 3 & 4 Walking through the Caha mountains we enjoy glorious views over Bantry Bay and then spend another two days along the coast of this wonderful area. Two nights are spent in Castletown bere. Days 5 & 6 Our next two nights are spent in Allihies as we move further west along the peninsula visiting the famous Dursey Island and exploring the mountains near Allihies-rich in copper mining history. Day 7 We transfer to Killarney for our final night enjoying a wonderful inland walk with great views across the impressive Kenmare Bay on the way. Day 8 Departures Energetic Grading  BURREN/CONNEMARA Wonderful, contrasting scenery. The Burren offers a moon-like limestone landscape, with a wealth of flora. Connemara was originally a place known only to fishermen, but is now a walkers paradise. Day 1 Arrive to first Guesthouse near Ballyvaughan where we stay for three nights. Days 2 & 3 We explore the Burren in depth-enjoying walks over the spectacular Gleninagh mountain and the legendary Turlough Hill. Days 4 & 5 Moving west along Galway Bay to Clifden we immerse ourselves in Connemara and also take a day out for a boat-trip to Inisbofin Island-weather permitting. Days 6 & 7 Our last two days take us further north to Leenane as we cross the Twelve Bens and walk along Killary Harbour-Ireland’s only fjord. Day 8 Departures Energetic Grading ACHILL Moderate Grading This Guided Walking holiday offers a region of Ireland that seems to have been missed by others, thankfully. The North-Western Coast of Mayo, rich in archaeological landscape, with its flourishing flora and fauna, majestic cliffs and rocky coves, is just waiting to be discovered by the walker. The Mullet Peninsula, as it “hangs off” the Mayo Coast, dominated this region and we have selected two walking days on Benwee Head and Erris Head that will give you a great feeling and understanding of this wild and rugged coast. The area is known for its interplay with light and water. The rocks and cliffs are given a magical pink or reddish hue when sunlight falls on them as it sets in the evening Western sky. Irish is spoken in these districts and the people are just waiting to welcome you with a warmth that has to be experienced to be appreciated. For the history lover and heritage, mythology or folklore lovers – this area has everything! Achill Island (24kms x 19kms) is the largest island in the country and was first inhabited over 5,000 years ago. It is now accessible from the mainland by a new bridge completed in 2008. Its magnificent blue flag sandy beaches, sea cliffs, open mountain tops and raised peat bogs together with the warm hospitality of the “locals” bring visitors back again and again for holidays. Visit and walk the beautiful villages of Dooagh and Keel, the high cliffs at Achill Head, the magnificent beaches at Keel and Keem, Slievemore and Minaun, the highest mountains on the island. The island has a wealth of archaeological remains with a very strong historical and cultural heritage which goes with West Coast Island life. Achill has a thriving local craft-making tradition with Irish music playing a big part in the islands entertainment. Irish is still being spoken in many of the villages and townlands. You have to discover for yourself what makes Achill unique and a place apart … join us for this walking holiday! Southern Islands Mini-Break Guided Walking Holiday The "magic" of Island life comes alive in this Walking Tour, covering the Southern Islands of West Cork and Roaring Water Bay. Island people have uniqueness and character which has to be experienced to be appreciated, but it’s the wealth of history, culture, wildlife, flora and fauna that makes this trip special…not to mention the stunning, wild and rugged scenery. The island people are waiting to welcome you, show you their heritage and share the history of these most beautiful Islands. Day 1 Arrive to the little fishing village of
Baltimore, looking out at the Fastnet Rock. Transfer by ferry at 17.40 hrs to
Sherkin Island for our first night’s accommodation. Evening meal together
and a general chat about the coming week’s walks. A short walk after
dinner sets the tone for this holiday. Meeting time at Baltimore Harbour is
17.00 hours. Day 2 After breakfast we walk around the magnificent Sherkin Island. a treasure of nature. The birdlife of its historical shores attracts people from all over the world. Overnight and dinner on Sherkin. Walk Details: Full day’s walking - 5 to 6 hours. Level walks. Open countyside. Boots essential. Day 3 Today we transfer by ferry from Sherkin to Cape Clear, with a walkl on the northern shore, stunning views over to Schull and Mount Gabrial, not to mention the remains of the O’Driscoll Castle, now lasted by the seas. Overnight and Dinner on Cape Walk Details: Half day’s walking - 4 hours. Slight hills. Open countryside. Boots essential. Day 4 A full day’s walking on Cape Clear, where its vast depth of history, archaeology, culture, music and wildlife awaits us. Views West to Mizen Head and South to the Fastnet Rock make this day a memorable experience. Overnight and evening dinner on Cape Clear Island. Walk Details: Full day’s walking. 5 to 6 hours. Level walks. Open countryside. Boots essential Day 5 After breakfast we say “goodbye” to Island life and take a leisurely ferry trip through the islands of Roaring Water Bay, past Sherkin and Heir as we return back to the seaside village to Baltimore for our farewell and onward departure. Arrival in Baltimore at approx 1030hrs. Public Bus service back to Cork City, Airport and Killarney. Excellent Taxi service available if required. Should you wish us to arrange transfers to/from the Walk location, delighted to do so … please do ask at time of booking. Pre/Post tour extra nights available also. … again please do ask at time of booking. Moderate Grading The Sheep’s Head Peninsula is a peaceful and unchanged corner of southwest Ireland offering a variety of terrain, all with beautiful views. It takes in a superb moorland crest and rugged cliffs as well as easy lowland terrain. The Sheep’s Head Way is a long distance walk encompassing The Sheep’s Head Peninsula and the general Bantry area. In keeping with the special beauty of the Peninsula, the Way is signposted differently from that of most other walks, utilising local stone and Irish Oak for ‘walking man’ markers. The 17th Century Book of Survey and Distribution has described much of this Peninsula as “being all rocky and frequented only by eagles and birds – never to be inhabited by reason of the rough incommodities”… sounds like the perfect walking terrain! Week long Ireland Walking Tours run Saturday pm to Saturday am. One of our favorites: DINGLE PENINSULA  Day 1 A courtesy transfer from Shannon or Kerry
Airports (within our timetable). Arrive to first Guesthouse in Tralee where we
stay for the next 2 nights of our holiday. Evening meal together and a general
chat about the coming week. Day 2 Wonderful walk along the Slieve Mish Mountains from Tralee overlooking North Kerry and Tralee Bay. Finish walk in Camp and transfer back to Tralee. Evening meal in local restaurant. Walk Details - Distance: 16kms. Duration: 5 hours. Max. Ascent: 250m. Rocky and sometimes muddy mountain track. Boots essential. Day 3-4-5 Based close to the lively fishing port of Dingle we spend the next three days exploring this fabulous part of Ireland with spectacular coastal walks and breathtaking mountain walks. We will also take a boat trip to the Blasket Island if the weather permits. Days 6 & 7 Walking across the peninsula from south to north we descend in to the lovely village of Cloghane to spend our final two nights and explore this area in more detail. Day 8 Departures. An early courtesy transfer will be offered to the group from Cloghane to Tralee. From Tralee there is an excellent bus and train service to all major towns, cities and villages in Ireland. An early courtesy transfer back to Shannon Airport will also be offered. Courtesy Airport Transfers:- Shannon Collection at 12 noon & 16.00hrs Return back to Shannon before 12 noon but no earlier than 10.00am Kerry Collection at 16.00hrs Return back before 10.00am TRADITIONAL IRELAND (NORTH KERRY, BURREN (CLARE) VERY EASY WALK Visit Listowel, with its market square and the Stack Mountains, the Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher, and Doolin, the birthplace of Irish music. The walking is not so hard. It is the nightlife that saps the energy! See itinerary below. Traditional Ireland Itinerary .jpg) The first three nights are spent at the market town of Listowel,
located in North Kerry, half an hour’s drive from Tralee. Our walks
explore the coastal scenery near Ardfert and Ballyheigue. On Day 4 we then
cross the Shannon and move on to Clare, where we spend the afternoon walking at
the Cliffs of Moher. Doolin will our base for the next four nights. Day 5 is
your free day and you have the chance to visit one of the Aran Islands, weather
permitting. Usually this is Inisheer, the easternmost island of the group. On
Days 6 and 7 we explore the Burren landscape with walks at Black Head and on
the slopes of Slieve Elva.Day 1 The first three nights are spent in Listowel, a
busy market town, made famous by it's many writers, including John B. Keane,
author of "The Field". Moderate Grading 
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alone? Some people do not take an active vacation because they find themselves in the position of having to travel alone. What they usually don’t know is that many active people travel alone. Our walkers may be tired at the end of the day but they will never be alone. The people in your group share your sense of adventure and exploration - they are as interested in meeting you, as you are interested in meeting them. There is NO additional supplement or those willing to share a two-bedded room with someone of the same sex. If you require a room on your own — there will be an additional supplement charged. A limited number of single rooms are available at a cost of $50 per night.
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Travelling with your
group of friends? If 6 or more of you want to come on a walking
vacation specially designed for your own group — we will be happy to
organize this for you. We will be delighted to help you with a walking tour of
your choice and make it exclusive to your group. If you would like a
"mixed" itinerary that does NOT appear here — we will be happy
to put something specific together for you. If you are travelling with 6 or
less people — then we will be happy to incorporate your group into one of
our Escorted Tours, or a Special Leisure Interest Vacation or we can organize
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