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Womens
Only Walk - Special Interest Walking Tours
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walk routes which have existed from time immemorial in the footsteps
of the early Irish saints. Visit landmark spiritual sites from pagan
times. Relax and unwind along the wild Atlantic coastline, renewing
your spirit on this cultural experience of a lifetime.
The Kerry Way, a low-level walking route, uses the old droving paths
and coach roads of the Iveragh Peninsula to create a spiritual 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. With an experienced guide at hand and
luggage transfer taken care of, all you have to do is walk tall and
enjoy a unique Irish experience.
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Traditional
Ireland
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Included
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Tour Dates:
May
12
June 23
July 21
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- Courtesy transfer
to and from Shannon Airports as per schedule
- Seven nights
in Irish Tourist Board approved guesthouse based on two adults
sharing with private bath*
- Full Irish breakfast
daily
- Six packed lunches
- Six dinners
- Transfers to
and from walks each day
- Boat
Trip to Innisfallen Island (Day 7)
- Experienced
local guide throughout itinerary
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Note:
Any queries please ask at time of booking.
Insurance:
Please note that insurance is required on walking tours. Please
ask booking agent for detail.
Double
Occupancy: All prices based on two people sharing a room.
Single rooms available at a supplement
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| ITINERARY |
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Optional
Complimentary Transfer from Shannon or Kerry Airport (see transfer
times below) Arrival at accommodation in Glenbeigh, a small
scenic village nestled in between mountains and the Atlantic
Ocean. Dinner at 18.30 Hrs and briefing with your guide in your
guesthouse. Overnight in Glenbeigh, where you can enjoy an open
fire and a relaxing drink in one of the traditional Glenbeigh
pubs.
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Day
2 - Distance:
17km/10.5 miles Ascent: 300m/1,000ft
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Your first day's walking takes you on the early Christian route
and medieval coaching road from Glenbeigh to Kells with detours
to view archeological artifacts and spectacular views across
Dingle Bay and out to the Atlantic Ocean. Overnight and dinner
in your guesthouse in Glenbeigh.
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Day
3 - Knocknadobar
Distance: 10.5km/6.5miles Ascent: 700m/2,300ft
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Views of the Atlantic Ocean and Dingle Bay are enlarged on a
mountain walk. Knocknadobar (Cnoc na dTobar, the hill of the
wells) was a pagan mountain. Now you can follow the Stations
of the Cross to the Canon's Cross near the summit. A spur of
the Kerry Way descends to Kells Cove where a refreshing swim
could be an appropriate way to end the day. Transfer along the
Ring of Kerry to the seaside village of Caherdaniel. Overnight
and dinner in the Derrynane Bay Hotel with its splendid views
over the ocean.
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Day
4 - Great
Skellig Island Distance: 1.6km/1 mile Ascent: 180m/600ft
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The pilgrim theme is continued as we take a boat trip to a World
Heritage Site, the monastic island of Sceilg Mhichil, dedicated,
like so many other isolated hermitages, to Saint Michael. We
pass the international gannetry of the Little Skellig. Overnight
and dinner in Caherdaniel.
Note: We have not included the price of visiting the Skelligs
as this is a weather dependent trip. There will be charge of
Euro35 per person for the trip.
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Day
5 - The
Kerry Way and Caherdaniel/Derrynane Distance: optional
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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/Smugglers Path allows views from
a higher level, as your return to Caherdaniel on the butter
road leg of the Kerry Way. Overnight and dinner in your hotel
in Caherdaniel.
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Day
6 - The
Kerry Way (Caherdaniel to Sneem) Distance: 17km/10.5 miles Ascent:
350m/1,150ft
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You
return to walking the old coach road, a continuation of the
butter route, linking the picturesque villages of Caherdaniel
and Sneem. There are spectacular views across the island studded
Kenmare Bay to the Beara peninsula. A detour to, and pick up
at, the pre-historic stone fort of Staigue is possible. Transfer
along the Ring of Kerry route to the lively town of Killarney.
Your evening is free to discover the shops, restaurants and
pubs of this vibrant town. Overnight accommodation in a Killarney
guesthouse.
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Day
7 - Killarney
National Park Distance: 6km/3.75miles Ascent: reasonably level
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A variety of
experiences await you on your final day. A walk on Ross Island
introduces you to copper mining dating from prehistory. A short
boat trip to Innisfallen Island allows exploration of its monastic
ruins. The boat drops us near 15th century Muckross Friary,
to be explored before a short walk on the Kerry Way to 19th
century Muckross House, its gardens and tea shop. Overnight
in Killarney. Farewell Dinner in a Killarney restaurant, with
the opportunity to make the most of Killarney's famous pubs
and nightlife afterwards.
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Day
8 - Departure
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After
your final Irish breakfast, optional complimentary transfer
to Shannon or Kerry Airport (see transfer times below)
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Note: We
reserve the right to alter this itinerary due to weather conditions
or the walking ability of each group.
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