Ring of Kerry Walk

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A walk around the Iveragh Peninsula with stunning views of the famous Kerry countryside and coastline
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Trekking through stunning coastal scenery
    • Experiencing history, mythology and traditional Irish culture
    • Enjoying the flexibility of walking with a daypack from village to village
    • Soaking up the atmosphere in the warm family run B&Bs

What's this trip about?

    A walk around the Iveragh Peninsula with stunning views of the famous Kerry countryside and coastline

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Hiking & Walking

Destinations

Attractions

  • Dingle Peninsula

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Independent

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Arrive Killarney

Arrive in Killarney, the popular town renowned for its three magnificent lakes in the heart of Kerry. On arrival at your first guesthouse, your host can assist with suggestions for dinner and possibly music. (If you have boked with the premium service your printed inf...

Day 2 Walk from Glenbeigh to Cahersiveen (6hrs)

A morning transfer takes you to the start of today's walk. You will set off on foot from just outside the town of Glenbeigh, along the northern shores of the peninsula, to the town of Cahersiveen. The walk follows an old 19th century 'stage coach' route and gives spec...

Day 3 Walk to the town of Waterville across the tip of the peninsula (5hrs)

A short transfer will take you a short distance to the starting point of today's walk at Coars Cross. From here you set out to to the town of Waterville. This walk takes you across the tip of the peninsula with views north over the Dingle Peninsula and west across the...

Day 4 Enjoy glorious coastal views as you continue to Caherdaniel (4hrs)

Setting out from Waterville, you walk around and above the coast to reach the little village of Caherdaniel, once the home of Ireland's famous liberator, Daniel O’Connell. Glorious coastal views out towards the Skellig Islands and Ballinskelligs Bay await along the ro...

Day 5 Follow an old 'butter road' to Sneem village (4.5hrs)

Continue walking from Caherdaniel, following an old 'butter road' to the village of Sneem. The views across the Beara peninsula and out to the Atlantic Ocean are fantastic. Walk details: 17.4km/10.9mi. Total ascent 533m, Total descent -547m. Highest point 226m Country lanes, grass tracks, rocky mountains and some road walking - boots essential.

meals : B

Day 6 Walk along bay shores to Kenmare (6.5-8hrs)

This morning you will be transferred to Tahilla Church, just outside Sneem, to start your walk. This walk takes you along the shores of Kenmare Bay, with views across to the Beara peninsula and the Caha mountains. Overnight in Kenmare. Walk details: 27.3km/10.9mi. Tot...

Day 7 Return to Killarney on foot (6hrs)

Starting from your accommodation, walk through the Esknamucky Glen and Killarney National Park to arrive at the magnificent Muckross House and Gardens, about 5km outside Killarney. After spendig some time exploring the house and gardens, make your way to Killarney for...

Day 8 Trip concludes

Trip arrangements conclude in Killarney after breakfast. From Killarney connections by bus and train are frequent to Cork, Limerick, Shannon or Dublin. Private transfers are available on request.

meals : B

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Last Updated: 3/5/2025
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Requirements
GRADE 4 - Daily stages of 5 to 6.5 hours. The distances in km are listed for each stage. The paths are well defined and clearly marked. There are some steep sections on sometimes loose and rocky ground and through muddy areas, and there are lots of ups and downs. A good level of fitness is required and you should be able to read a map. As with all of our trips it is important that you are well prepared. We suggest that you undertake regular exercise – swimming, cycling, jogging, two to three times a week for three months prior to your departure. Daypack, wet weather gear, good walking boots / shoes, water bottle and sun protection. A comprehensive gear list is included in the pre-departure information provided on booking.,
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