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 Tour This
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 meters 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
meters 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 meters,
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:
- Guided walks on 6 days with an IRISH guide.
- Transfer to and from walks and luggage transfer.
- 7 nights bed in room with private shower/ bathroom, luggage transport where
needed.
- 7 hearty Irish breakfasts (B), picnic lunch on 6 walking days, 7 dinners
- All taxes and service charges
- Transport to/from each days walking locations and luggage transfers when
required
- Courtesy airport transfer from airport to the start of the holiday and
first nights B&B. (As per our transfer timetable)
- Transfers to nearest bus/train station at end of holiday (also within our
timetable). Public Bus Service may be used
- Souvenir book Ireland ---- a Travellers Guide.
Not Included: Any boat trips (e.g.. Skellig Michael), personal drinks, entrance
fees to theatres, parks or museums etc. medical expenses or gratuities.
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
.
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.
Tour Pricing per person
| IRELAND WALKING |
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USD |
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JAN-APR |
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| GUIDED WALKING |
|
OCT-DEC |
MAY=SEP |
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| DINGLE |
|
1472 |
1647 |
|
| RING OF KERRY |
|
1472 |
1647 |
|
| BURREN, ARAN &CONNEMARA |
|
1526 |
1704 |
|
| ACHILL MAYO |
|
1526 |
1704 |
|
| DONEGAL |
|
1526 |
1704 |
|
| WEST CORK & ISLANDS |
|
1526 |
1704 |
|
| KERR/DINGLE MINI BREAKS |
|
967 |
1050 |
|
| SOUTHER ISLES MINI BREAK |
|
1004 |
1078 |
|
| BEST OF THE WEST NO OR SO |
|
2257 |
3547 |
|
| |
|
|
|
|
| SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT |
5 DAY |
286 |
8 DAY |
470 |
| 8 DAY TOURS RUN SAT/SAT |
|
|
|
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| 5 DAY MINI BREKAS RUN TUE/SAT |
|
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|
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Single Rooms: Limited availability. Children: Not suitable for children under
16
Please note - we are happy to "room-share" single Walkers/Bookings. 8
day Guided Holidays run Sat/Sat, Mini Break 5 day, Tues/Sat. Courtesy airport
transfers are available for all 8 day Guided holidays. All holidays include
en-suite quality accommodation, meals, picnics, transport & Walking Guide.
DATES
| MONTH |
Location |
No. of Days |
| March |
|
|
| 16 23 |
Achill & Mayo Coast |
8 |
| 23 30 |
Dingle Peninsula |
8 |
| 30 6 Apr |
Best of the West NORTH |
8 |
| 30 6 Apr |
Kerry Peninsula |
8 |
| April |
|
|
| 6 13 |
Best of the West SOUTH |
8 |
| 6 13 |
Dingle Peninsula |
8 |
| 13 20 |
Kerry Peninsula |
8 |
| 20 27 |
West Cork & Islands |
8 |
| 20 - 27 |
Best of the West NORTH |
8 |
| 27 4 May |
Best of the West SOUTH |
8 |
| 27 4 May |
Kerry Peninsula |
8 |
| 30 4 May |
Kerry Peninsula Mini-Break |
5 |
| May |
|
|
| 18-Nov |
Best of the West SOUTH |
8 |
| 11 18 |
Dingle Peninsula |
8 |
| 11 18 |
West Cork & Islands |
8 |
| 14 18 |
Dingle Peninsula Mini-Break |
5 |
| 18 25 |
Best of the West NORTH |
8 |
| 18 25 |
Burren/Aran/Connemara |
8 |
| 21 25 |
Southern Islands |
5 |
| 25 1 June |
Donegal Coast |
8 |
| June |
|
|
| 1 8 |
Dingle Peninsula |
8 |
| 4 8 |
Dingle Peninsula Mini-Break |
5 |
| 8 15 |
Achill & Mayo Coast |
8 |
| 11 15 |
Southern Islands |
5 |
| 15 22 |
Burren/Aran/Connemara |
8 |
| 15 22 |
Kerry Peninsula |
8 |
| 18 22 |
Kerry Peninsula Mini-Break |
5 |
| 22 29 |
Dingle Peninsula |
8 |
| 22 29 |
West Cork & Islands |
8 |
| 22 29 |
Donegal Coast |
8 |
| 25 29 |
Dingle Peninsula Mini-Break |
5 |
| 29 6 July |
Best of the West NORTH |
8 |
| 29 6 July |
Achill & Mayo Coast |
8 |
| MONTH |
Location |
No. of Days |
| July |
|
|
| 6 13 |
Best of the West SOUTH |
8 |
| 6 13 |
Kerry Peninsula |
8 |
| 9 13 |
Kerry Peninsula Mini-Break |
5 |
| 9 13 |
Southern Islands |
5 |
| 13 20 |
Dingle Peninsula |
8 |
| 13 20 |
Burren/Aran/Connemara |
8 |
| 13 20 |
Donegal Coast |
8 |
| 16 20 |
Dingle Peninsula Mini-Break |
5 |
| 20 27 |
West Cork & Islands |
8 |
| 20 27 |
Burren/Aran/Connemara |
8 |
| August |
|
|
| 10 17 |
Kerry Peninsula |
8 |
| 13 17 |
Kerry Peninsula Mini-Break |
5 |
| 17 24 |
Burren/Aran/Connemara |
8 |
| 24 31 |
Dingle Peninsula |
8 |
| 24 31 |
Achill & Mayo Coast |
8 |
| 27 31 |
Dingle Peninsula Mini-Break |
5 |
| 31 7 Sept |
Kerry Peninsula |
8 |
| September |
|
|
| 3 7 |
Kerry Peninsula Mini-Break |
5 |
| 7 14 |
Best of the West NORTH |
8 |
| 7 14 |
Burren/Aran/Connemara |
8 |
| 14 21 |
Best of the West SOUTH |
8 |
| 14 21 |
Dingle Peninsula |
8 |
| 17 21 |
Dingle Peninsula Mini Break |
5 |
| 17 21 |
Southern Islands |
5 |
| 21 28 |
West Cork & Islands |
8 |
| 28 5 Oct |
Kerry Peninsula |
8 |
| October |
|
|
| 1 5 |
Kerry Peninsula Mini-Break |
5 |
| 5 12 |
Dingle Peninsula |
8 |
| 12 19 |
Kerry Peninsula |
8 |
ITINERARIES (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. Irelands fabled County Kerry
consists of a series of spectacular mountainous peninsulas divided by deep-sea
inlets. MacGillycuddys Reeks form the centerpiece of the Ring of Kerry, a
179-kilometer circuit from Killarney, via Killorglin, Caherciveen, Waterville,
Kenmare and back to Killarney across Molls Gap and past Ladies View
one of Irelands 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 will enjoy plenty of good Irish
cheer!
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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 weeks 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 OConnell, 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 Caherciveen, 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
ANTRIM Trip Outline The coastal village of Carnlough is our base for
the first three nights as we explore the beauty of the nine Glens of Antrim and
the surrounding hills. For the next four nights we stay in the market town of
Ballycastle on the north coast of Antrim, famous for its Oul Lammas Fair.
From Ballycastle we explore the area around Fair Head, the north-easternmost
tip of Ireland. On our free day, weather permitting, we make a day trip by boat
to Rathlin Island. We then walk along the Causeway Coast and visit the
world-famous Giants Causeway. Our final days walk takes us inland
from Ballycastle over Knocklayd to Glendun.
Day 1 Courtesy Airport Collection Service from Belfast City Airport @ 16:00hrs,
and from Belfast Central Bus & Train Station (Europa) (within our
timetable). Arrive at our first guesthouse on the Antrim Coast at Carnlough,
our stop for the next three nights. We will have an evening meal together and a
general chat about the coming weeks walks.
Day 2 Our first walk takes us along the Ulster Way where we have excellent
views over the North Channel towards Galloway and Kintyre. We walk along the
Sallagh Braes and continue across Scawt Hill to Glenarm. This has to be one of
the finest walks in Northern Ireland. History is all around us with wonderful
panoramic views. Return to our accommodation for dinner and overnight. Walk
Details - Distance: 18kms. Duration: 6 hours. Max. Height: 420m. Rough and
rugged terrain with no tracks. Can be wet underfoot, some road walking. Boots
essential.
Day 3 For todays walk we ascend the escarpment behind Carnlough along an
old mining trail and cross this plateau with its unrivalled views. We then
trace a circuit through the famous Forest Park in Glenariff, the Queen of the
Antrim Glens. Return via the Miners Trail to Carnlough for dinner and
overnight. Walk Details - Distance: 18kms. Duration: 6 hours. Max. Height:
400m. Grass tracks and rough mountain with no tracks, and some road walking.
Rocky terrain and which can be wet underfoot boots are essential.
Day 4 From Carnlough we continue North along the coastline of the Antrim Glens
to do a walk via Fair Head and Murlough Bay. This is a spectacular walk from
where we get our first views of Rathlin Island and the Mull of Kintyre across
the narrow channel to Scotland. We continue to Ballycastle (our accommodation
for the next four nights) for dinner and overnight. Walk Details - Distance:
14kms. Duration: 4.5 hours. Max. Height: 400m. Grass tracks and some rough
cliff walks, with and without tracks. This is a circular walk. Boots are
essential.
Day 5 In Ballycastle, enjoy a free day which allows you to partake
in other activities if you wish such as cycling, horseriding, canoeing
or just laze about with a book! Weather permitting, we may arrange to take the
ferry (45 mins.) across to historic Rathlin Island with its many lighthouses,
world famous bird sanctuary and its coastline surrounded by the treacherous
waters of the North Irish Sea. Here you have the option to partake in either a
cycling or walking activity. We do a circular walk down to the Southern
Lighthouse. We also view the treacherous waters of the Corrie Vreckan. We
return by ferry to our accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Day 6 After breakfast we visit the spectacular Carrickarede Rope Bridge. We
then travel west to start our walk which snakes along the famed cliffs of the
Causeway Coast, passing the sands of White Park Bay and the ruins of
Dunseverick Castle. Finally, we descend to explore the magical realm of the
Giants Causeway. Transfer back to our accommodation for dinner and
overnight. Walk Details - Distance: 16kms. Duration: 6 hours. Max. Height:
150m. This is a lovely cliff path walk. Some beach also and a little rocky
terrain, grassy tracks. Boots essential.
Day 7 Our final days walking takes us along the Moyle Way from south west
of Ballycastle, over Knocklayd Mountain, via Breen Wood Nature Reserve to
finish in Glendun. This is challenging end to an exciting weeks walking!
Transfer back to our accommodation in for overnight and final dinner. Walk
Details - Distance: 18kms. Duration: 6 hours. Max. Height: 520m. Grass, forest
and rocky tracks, and a little road walking - boots recommended.
Day 8 Departures. After breakfast we return you to Belfast Central Bus &
Rail Station (Europa) for your onward journey. You will have excellent
connections from here to Dublin and Belfast Airports. A bus to Dublin takes 2
hrs. approx
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DONEGAL: Trip Outline The heritage
town of Ardara, a centre for the tweed industry, is your base for the first
three nights as you explore the beauty of South-West Donegal. You visit
Glencolumbcille with its pilgrimage sites and climb the spectacular Slieve
League. You then move North to the district of Gweedore for the next three
nights. On your free day you will have time to partake in other
activities if you wish and we may arrange a boat trip Aran Island, weather and
time permitting. You then climb Errigal, Donegals highest mountain. Your
final walk takes you to the cliffs around Horn Head near Dunfanaghy. The last
nights accommodation is at Letterkenny, from where there are good
connections for departures via Derry, Donegal, Dublin and other centres.
Day 1 Courtesy Collection from Sligo Bus & Rail Station at 17.00 hrs. and
Donegal Bus Station in the Diamond at 18.00 hrs. Arrive for overnight at our
first guesthouse at Ardara. Evening meal together and a general chat about the
coming weeks walks.
Day 2 Our first day we follow the old pilgrimage route at Glencolumbcille, a
holy site since the days of St. Columbcille in the 6th century. We enjoy some
wonderful coastal scenery along the way and visit some of the places of
historical and archaeological interest that abound in this region. At the end
of the walk we return to Ardara for dinner and overnight. Walk Details -
Distance: 12kms. Duration: 4½ hours. Max. Height: 300m. Grass tracks and
open mountain with rocky sections and no tracks. Some road walking. Boots
essential.
Day 3 Today we walk along the famous Slieve League to complete a most
impressive walk across these high and spectacular cliffs on the edge of the
Atlantic Ocean. The views are fantastic over Donegal Bay to Benbulben and the
mountains of North Mayo. Return to our accommodation in Ardara for dinner and
overnight. Walk Details - Distance: 13kms. Duration: 5 hours. Max. Height:
750m. Grass tracks and open mountain with rocky sections and no tracks. Some
road walking. Boots essential.
Day 4 Morning transfer from Ardara to Maghery near Dungloe (¾ hour).
Todays walk takes us to Croaghegly and the low hills inland from Crohy
Head. We gain views of Aranmore and other islands, as well as the headlands of
the Rosses dotted with lakes. Transfer to Gweedore for dinner and overnight.
Walk Details - Distance: 15kms. Duration: 4 hours. Max. Height: 245m. Grass
tracks and open mountain with rocky sections and no tracks. Some road walking.
Boots essential.
Day 5 This is your free day to allow you to partake in other
activities if you wish such as cycling, horseriding, canoeing or just
laze about with a book! Weather and time permitting, we may arrange a boat trip
to Aranmore/Aran Island, an island of ferocious beauty located 5kms. off the
Donegal Coast. Return to Bunbeg/Gweedore for dinner and overnight. There is no
guided walk today. You are free to decide your own program once you arrive on
the island.
Day 6 Today, from the village of Dunlewy we climb Errigal, Donegals
highest and best known peak. If the day is fine, we will have views southwards
towards Slieve Snaght and the brooding depths of the Poisoned Glen; while to
the North we will look out over a watery plain towards Bloody Foreland and Tory
Island beyond. On our descent we visit the lower peaks of Mackoght (Wee
Errigal) and Beaghy. Return to Gweedore for dinner and overnight. Walk Details
- Distance: 8kms. Duration: 5 hours. Max. Height: 751m. Stony tracks and open
mountain with rocky sections and no tracks. Some road walking. Boots essential.
Day 7 Our last days walk is on the promontory of Horn Head near
Dunfanaghy. This spectacular headland offers some fine cliff scenery and views
across the wild waters of Sheep Haven to the Rosguill and Fanad Peninsulas.
Transfer to Letterkenny for overnight and farewell evening dinner. Walk Details
- Distance: 15kms. Duration: 4½ hours. Max. Height: 250m. Grassy tracks
and open moorland with rocky sections and no tracks. Some road walking. Boots
essential.
Day 8 Departures. After breakfast we transfer you to Letterkenny Bus Station
for your onward journey. From Letterkenny there is an excellent bus service to
Derry, Donegal, Dublin and to all major towns and airports in Ireland.
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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
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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.
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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
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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-Irelands only
fjord. Day 8 Departures
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ACHILL ISLANDModerate
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 its
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.
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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 nights accommodation. Evening meal together
and a general chat about the coming weeks 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 days
walking - 5 to 6 hours. Level walks. Open countryside. 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 ODriscoll Castle, now lasted by the seas.
Overnight and Dinner on Cape Walk Details: Half days walking - 4 hours.
Slight hills. Open countryside. Boots essential.
Day 4 A full days 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 days 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
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
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The first three nights are spent at the market town of Listowel,
located in North Kerry, half an hours 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
Sheeps Head Cook
& Walk Guided 4-Day Easy Walk
The Sheeps 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 Sheeps Head Way is a
long distance walk encompassing The Sheeps 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, utilizing 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!
Join that with the most magnificent food you can imagine grown locally
lots of it organic, and learn how to cook a variety of dishes with
expert Carmel Somers in her restaurant overlooking the shores of the
Sheeps Head Peninsula and you have a taste of heaven on earth.
This trip is a real immersion into what is good in Ireland good food,
good walking, good scenery, good accommodation all adding up to a GREAT
holiday.
Trip Outline
Day 1 Arrive in Bantry and meet your guide at 18.00hrs. Briefing session on
what to expect over the coming days. Settle into your accommodation base &
eat locally near Bantry. Bantry is a busy, bustling market town at the head of
the famous and beautiful Bantry Bay is the heart of West Cork. It has a
population of approximately 5,000. The main industries are tourism and
mari-culture (Bantry Bay mussels are exported worldwide and the annual Mussel
Festival held each May attracts thousands of visitors). Historic Bantry House
and gardens are open to the public and the annual music festivals held in
Bantry House bring thousands to the town each year.
Day 2 Starting from the village of Ahakista todays walk gives us a
taste of everything wonderful coastal views, mountain walking, with
tracks and road stretches along the way. We walk from the south of the
Peninsula to the north and back again to complete our circuit. At the end of
the walk we return to our accommodation for a quick change of clothes before
introducing ourselves to our Chef Carmel who will feed us tonight &
introduce us to her wonderful cooking. Walk Details - Distance: 13kms.
Duration: 6 hours. Max. Height: 270m. Mountain tracks and open off track
mountain, green roads/tracks and road walking. Can be wet boots
essential.
Day 3 After breakfast we drive back to the cookery school to learn about
breakfast and dinner options. Immerse ourselves in hands on
cooking and prepare our own dinner. Then when all is prepared we
leave & transfer to the tip of the Sheeps Head Peninsula to enjoy a
wonderful walk around the tip. Return to our accommodation for a change of
clothes and then back to our restaurant to enjoy what we prepared earlier as
our own dinner. Walk Details - Distance: 4 or 7kms. Duration: 2 to 3 hours.
Max. Height: 230m. Mountain tracks and open off track mountain, green
roads/tracks and road walking. Can be wet boots essential.
Day 4 Starting our morning with a visit to our Chef we plan and prepare
lunch. Enjoying all the information and tips that Carmel can give us we
then leave for the hills again. A short drive from the Restaurant takes us to
the spine of the Sheep's Head Peninsula where we walk along the mountains in
the centre of this glorious peninsula. With views north over Bantry Bay and
south over Dunmanus Bay we soak in the stunning views before returning to eat
our lunch. Our final meal together celebrates our success at mastering some
wonderful cooking & enjoying some fantastic walking. Returning to our
accommodation later that afternoon, we collect our bags and prepare for our
onward journeys. Walk Details - Distance: 4kms. Duration: 2 hours. Max. Height:
225m. Mountain tracks and open off track mountain, green roads/tracks and road
walking.
Can be wet boots essential.
Recommended Arrival Airports: Cork
| Recommended items We also recommend the following: Lunch
box & thermos flask Midge repellent cream Gaiters
Waterproof wax or spray for your boots Any specific personal medical
requirements Camera & Lots of Film! Please Note: It is our
experience that denim jeans & rain-capes are not suitable for walking in
Ireland. |
Traveling
alone?
Some people do not take an active vacation because they find themselves in the
position of having to travel alone. What they usually dont 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.
COLLECTION SCHEDULES
If you do not wish to avail of this service, we will meet you
in your first accommodation at 18:00 hours.
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| Antrim Coast/Glens |
Belfast City Airport |
16.00 hrs. |
Belfast Rail Station |
| Antrim Coast/Glens |
Belfast Central Bus Station (Europa) |
16.00 hrs. |
Belfast Rail Station |
| Burren Connemara |
Shannon Airport |
12 Noon |
Galway Bus/Rail Station |
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| Dingle Peninsula |
Shannon Airport |
12 Noon |
Tralee Bus/Rail Station |
| Dingle Peninsula |
Cork Airport |
14.00 hrs. |
Tralee Bus/Rail Station |
| Dingle Peninsula |
Kerry Airport |
16.00 hrs. |
Tralee Bus/Rail Station |
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| Discover Donegal |
Sligo Bus/Rail Station |
17.00 hrs. |
Letterkenny Bus/Rail Station |
| Discover Donegal |
Donegal Bus Station |
18.00 hrs. |
Letterkenny Bus/Rail Station |
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| Ring of Kerry |
Shannon Airport |
12 Noon |
Killarney Bus/Rail Station |
| Ring of Kerry |
Cork Airport |
14.00 hrs. |
Killarney Bus/Rail Station |
| Ring of Kerry |
Kerry Airport |
16.00 hrs. |
Killarney Bus/Rail Station |
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| Achill/Mayo Coast |
Castlebar Rail Station |
16.00 hrs. |
Castlebar Rail Station |
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| Traditional Ireland |
Shannon Airport |
12 Noon |
Ennis Bus/Rail Station |
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Kerry Airport |
16.00 hrs. |
Ennis Bus/Rail Station |
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| West Cork/Islands. |
Cork Airport |
12.00 hrs. |
Killarney Bus/Rail Station |
| Wicklow Way |
Dublin Airport |
16.00 hrs. |
Wicklow Bus/Rail Station |
Courtesy collections are available on Saturdays only.
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
an Independent vacation for you..... |
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 meters. 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
- A route planned for you
- Accommodation with bath each night
- Full breakfast daily
- Luggage transfer
- All taxes
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