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Kerry Way - Full Experience

Name: Kerry Way - Full Experience
Brand: Bookatrekking
Price: 1725.00 EUR
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Rating: 4.4 (1611 reviews)

Duration: 11 days

Trails: T2 trails

Distance: More than 20 km per day

Ascent per day: 250 - 500 m ascent per day

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> Complete the Kerry Way in 11 days (9 stages)

> Enjoy the beauty of Ireland

> Accommodation before & after included

With just over 1000 meters, the Carrauntoohil, Ireland’s highest mountain, isn’t exactly a highlight. But what Ireland lacks in height, it more than makes up for in rough natural beauty. One of the best ways to experience this is by walking the Kerry Way, a circular walking route of approximately 214 kilometers across the Iveragh Peninsula. This route starts and ends in Killarney. This is the walking alternative to the famous Ring of Kerry driving route, and passes through some of Ireland’s most spectacular scenery. Crossing mountains and valleys, passing lakes, old forests and wild bogs, the route comes with a lot of variety. From the cliffs and sandy beaches you can enjoy beautiful views over the many rocky islands. You pass numerous archaeological remains, giving the route a strong historical character.

The Kerry Way is 214 kilometers long, which is equal to 133 miles. The route is divided into 9 stages, and starts and ends in Killarney. Whether you are an experienced hiker or just starting out, the Kerry Way is for everyone.

Itinerary

Day

Arrival in Killarney

Today you will have to make your way to Killarney. In Killarney, you will spend the night at a hotel preparing for your Kerry Way adventure.

Day

Killarney - Black Valley

Duration: 06:25 h

Distance: 23.1 km

Ascent: 410 m

Descent: 380 m

The path leads you into country lanes and trails that run through Killarney National Park. The route passes the 18th -century Muckross manor house and continues on forest and hillside trails. The path leads you into the Black Valley and from this point, the ascent begins towards MacGillycuddy’s Range. The views become more and more spectacular and eventually you descent, back to the accommodation, in the middle of the Black Valley.

Day

Black Valley - Glencar

Duration: 06:34 h

Distance: 23.3 km

Ascent: 590 m

Descent: 570 m

The path continues through the impressive Black Valley. The tops of Braghabinnia Mountain and Carrauntoohil tower above you. The rough mountain terrain changes and now becomes wooded as the route circles Brassel Mountain. On the way to the Brida Valley, the terrain gets rougher again and the route runs along Cummeenduff Lake, located on the southern edge of the MacGillycuddy’s Range. After this, you go into the Ballycullane Valley and descend to Glencar.

Day

Glencar - Glenbeigh

Duration: 04:49 h

Distance: 17.3 km

Ascent: 300 m

Descent: 350 m

Today, you first follow the river Caragh on a country road and forest track before reaching Drombrane Lough. You walk further into Lickeen Woods. You will then ascent to a mountain pass between Seefin and Coolroe where you can enjoy the beautiful view over Inch Point and the coast of Glenbeigh. A final descent takes you to Glenbeigh.

Day

Glenbeigh - Cahersiveen

Duration: 08:44 h

Distance: 31.6 km

Ascent: 560 m

Descent: 570 m

You leave Glenbeigh via the Behy Bridge and walk on forest paths through the hills and mountains to Cahersiveen. Along the way you can enjoy the many panoramic views over the mountains and the Atlantic Ocean. You pass a number of Celtic crosses, grave and memorial stones before reaching Cahersiveen.

Quinlan & Cooke Boutique Townhouse (Cahersiveen)

Day

Cahersiveen - Waterville

Duration: 08:47 h

Distance: 30.4 km

Ascent: 750 m

Descent: 760 m

Leaving Cahersiveen behind, you immediately but gradually begin to ascent further to the top of Knockavahaun. From this strategic point you have spectacular views of the Beginish, Valentia and the Church Islands. A quick descent follows to Canuig and the colorful village of Waterville.

Day

Waterville - Caherdaniel

Duration: 04:45 h

Distance: 17.2 km

Ascent: 300 m

Descent: 290 m

Today is a relatively short walking day. You walk on avenues and mountain paths through the rolling landscape. This area is full of historic sites and you will pass memorial stones, Chillin (Irish for small church or cemetery), megalithic tombs and Ogham Stones.

Day

Caherdaniel - Sneem

Duration: 05:12 h

Distance: 18.3 km

Ascent: 400 m

Descent: 410 m

The path leads you through a slightly hilly terrain and you walk on country roads, forest and mountain paths. Today’s highest point can be reached at Gortamullin. On top of the hills, the views over the many small islands and the Berry Peninsula, with its jagged coastline, are nothing but spectacular.

Day

Sneem - Kenmare

Duration: 09:54 h

Distance: 35.8 km

Ascent: 640 m

Descent: 630 m

Today is a long but fairly easy walking day. The route is quite flat and has no significant ascents. You walk on country roads and low mountain paths with the sea on one side and the mountains on the other. Eventually you will arrive in the fishing village of Kenmare.

Day

Kenmare - Killarney

Duration: 07:35 h

Distance: 26.6 km

Ascent: 620 m

Descent: 610 m

The final stage of the trail completes the route and takes you back to Killarney National Park. Today you mainly walk on country roads and the route leads you between Peakeen Mountain and Knockanaguish. The tour ends in Killarney, where the route started.

Day

Departure

After breakfast, our services and your Kerry Way adventure will be over. Have a safe trip back home!

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Included

Accommodation

We will arrange your accommodation on the Kerry Way in hotels, inns, and guesthouses. Accommodation will be private in single, double or twin rooms and with en-suite bathroom where possible.
Full travel guide

You’ll receive access to our trekking app, which serves as your complete digital travel guide for the Kerry Way. Inside, you’ll find everything you need for your trek: route descriptions, hiking maps, navigation support, payment information, and all the key details specific to your journey.
Baggage Transfer

This trek includes the transfer of your luggage throughout the entire Kerry Way trek. Your bags will be picked up every morning from the hotel lobby and will be driven to your next next accommodation. Baggage transfers allow you to travel lighter during the day and enjoy the walk in a more relaxed manner.
Navigation support

Our trekking app also includes built-in navigation support. With GPS-based maps and offline access, you can follow the trail confidently and stay on route even without mobile signal.
Breakfast (when possible)

We will arrange breakfast for you whenever possible. Some accommodations on the Kerry Way, however, do not allow us to pre-book it. In those cases, you can usually request breakfast for the next morning directly at the accommodation (at your own expense), or simply enjoy one of the cafés in the area.

Excluded

Traveling to and from

You have to make your own way to the starting point. The total amount does not include personal transport. This also applies to any transport from the end point of your trail.
Transfers

If you require any form of public or local transport during the trek, it is not included in the package unless stated otherwise. This applies to taxis, buses, cable cars, gondolas, and similar services.
Travel Insurance

Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.
Lunch and Dinner

Breakfast is, if possible, included in the price of the trek. You can get lunch and dinner at the shops, hotels, and restaurants along the way.