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The Kerry Way, a low-level walking 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. On the tour, you walk
four of the many attractive sections of the Way and also a beach walk. With an
experienced guide at hand, all you have to do is walk tall and enjoy a unique
Irish Welcome!
Tour Highlights:
- The Black Valley
- Derrynane National Park
- Old Kenmare Road
- Lakes of Killarney
DAY 1 Arrival
Transfer from Kerry Airport to accommodation in Killorglin
area. Evening dinner and briefing.
DAY 2 Gap of Dunloe to Black Valley
Your first day's walking is through the dramatic Gap of Dunloe and continues through
the ice-carved Black Valley. Overnight in Killorglin area.
Distance: 16km/10 miles Ascent: 400m/1,300ft
DAY 3 Glenbeigh to Kells
This section takes you on the early Christian route and medieval coaching road
from Glenbeigh
to Kells with detours to view archaeological artefacts and views across Dingle
Bay and out to the Atlantic Ocean. Transfer along the Ring of Kerry to the village
of Caherdaniel where you will overnight.
Distance: 17km/10.5 miles Ascent: 300m/1,000ft
DAY 4 Caherdaniel / Derrynane
You can enjoy a choice of walks - on the Blue Flag Derrynane Beach, through Derrynane
National Park or the gardens of Derrynane House. A longer walk on a Mass (or perhaps
Smugglers') path allows views from a higher level. Stay in Caherdaniel again tonight.
Distance: optional
DAY 5 Caherdaniel to Sneem
You return to walking the old coach road, a butter route, linking the picturesque
villages of Caherdaniel and Sneem.
There are spectacular views across the island-studded Kenmare Bay to the Beara
Peninsula. You overnight in Sneem.
Distance: 17km/10.5 miles Ascent: 350m/1,150ft
DAY 6 Sneem
You can continue eastward on the Kerry Way through woodland close to the shoreline
of Kenmare Bay. Stroll around Sneem village with its sculpture parks and colourful
houses. Option of cycling - perhaps to Staigue Fort.
Distance: optional
DAY 7 Kenmare to Killarney National Park
You transfer along the Ring of Kerry to Kenmare,
to walk the Old Kenmare Road with splendid views over the beautiful lakes of Killarney.
Descend by Torc Waterfall for a stop at Muckross House and Gardens to avail of
some welcome home-cooking at the Tea House. Overnight in Killarney.
Farewell Dinner.
Distance: 18km/11.5 miles Ascent: 370m/1,200ft
DAY 8 Departure
Depart for Home.
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What your Guided Walk includes: |
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• 7 nights accommodation based on 2 adults
sharing in Irish Tourist Board approved guesthouses with ensuite facilities
• 7 Full Irish Breakfasts
• 6 Packed Lunches
• 7 Dinners
• optional boat trip
• Experienced Guide throughout itinerary
• Luggage Transfers
• Notes and maps by Sean O Suilleabhain |
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