South of Ireland hiking tour – Day 10
After breakfast we depart Ennis for the Shannon airport, arriving around 9:00am. Departing flights can be scheduled for 11:30am or later. Breakfast included. Driving: 25 minutes to Shannon airport.
After breakfast we depart Ennis for the Shannon airport, arriving around 9:00am. Departing flights can be scheduled for 11:30am or later. Breakfast included. Driving: 25 minutes to Shannon airport.
We leave Dingle and make our way through North Kerry to the mighty River Shannon. After crossing the Shannon by car ferry, our scenic drive along the Co. Clare coastline brings us to our final hike on the magnificent Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most iconic destinations. There we’ll meet our local guide who …
The Dingle Peninsula is a “Gaeltacht” or center of Irish-speaking culture, and a repository of antiquity, including thousands of archeological sites. We’ll take an archeology tour of some of the peninsula’s famous sites, including the Gallarus Oratory, a place of worship for early Christian farmers of the area. Shaped like an upside-down boat, the simple …
The Dingle Peninsula is a treasure trove of ancient history and grand panoramas, and the streets of Dingle beckon with an array of unique shops, cafes and pubs. But getting there is half the fun, so on our westward journey we take some superb walking diversions! Inch Strand is a three-mile long beach abruptly jutting …
We have several options for our hike and your guides will choose the most appropriate trail based on weather and other factors. One favorite section of the Kerry Way, on the Old Kenmare Road, will lead us through old oak forests, along centuries-old droving roads, past waterfalls, and into remote mountain valleys. Another Kerry Way …
Starting with a visit to an ancient stone circle, we traverse the Beara Peninsula to the very tip of the mainland, a prime spot for whale and dolphin watching. There we’ll undertake a series of dramatic headland hikes on the Beara Way in one of the most remote settings in Ireland. From the fishing village …
Today we stroll along the harbor in Castletownbere before taking a short ferry ride to Bere Island for a spectacular day of island hiking on one Ireland’s best kept secrets. Strategically guarding the entrance to Bantry Bay, Bere Island’s rich heritage includes archaeological sites from the Bronze Age to Medieval times along with many reminders …
Cahir Castle is one of Ireland’s oldest, largest and best-preserved castles. Built over 800 years ago on a rocky island in middle of the River Suir, the castle’s history includes the Norman invasion and capture by the Earl of Essex in 1599. After exploring the castle we make our way to the outskirts of Cork …
We begin our day with an interpretive tour of the monastic “city” at Glendalough. Founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century, Glendalough is an exquisite medieval Irish monastery and remarkable reminder of a uniquely Irish way of life. Next we hike along the Wicklow Way and into Glenlo Valley to experience the beauty and …
Arrive at the Dublin, Ireland airport by 8:30am today and transfer independently to our hotel in Killiney for an orientation at 11am. This afternoon your guides will take you on a walking tour to explore the picturesque Heritage town of Dalkey, Dublin’s principle port in medieval times. We’ll walk scenic byways in this colorful seaside …