The Ring of Kerry (trip)

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The Ring of Kerry

  • Kerry International Airport, Ireland
  • Active & Adventure
Ireland

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Period offered: June, September, October. The provider (view their profile) can provide you with specific departure dates, final prices, and other information.


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from $3,995* per person7 DaysJune, September, October
Boutique accommodations Exertion level: 4
Operator: The Wayfarers 16 people max
The mystical Ring of Kerry, with its emerald hills and clear blue waters, provides us with an insight into the ancient heritage of Ireland.

Meeting in the town of Killarney, we discover a land of forests and lakes, of Franciscan abbeys and Druidic stone circles. We visit the Torc waterfalls and examine Celtic writings on an ancient Ogham stone, before sampling the famous Irish craic in a traditional lakeside inn.

Highlights of our trip include traditional Irish music and dancing, local folklore, and meeting a local farmer on the hills above Caragh Lake who explains the traditional methods for cutting turf.

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Itinerary

Sunday

Meet The Wayfarers in Killarney for a Welcome Dinner and Introductory Talk.
Overnight: Killarney

Monday

We walk forest and lakeside trails leading to the ruins of a Franciscan abbey, scene of secret midnight weddings in Elizabethan times, followed by lunch in the grounds of Muckross House and Park. After crossing the famous lakes of Killarney by boat, we take a horse and cart ride to the spectacular Torc Falls and walk a 16th-century track to the lively little town of Kenmare.  Optional afternoon guided tour of Muckross House.
Overnight: Kenmare

Tuesday

We follow the remote 'Beara Way' for views of the Kenmare Estuary and the peaks of McGillycuddys Reeks. A country lane passes a Druids' stone circle leading to a lakeside inn where we enjoy a traditional Irish lunch. We continue along country lanes to a remote farmhouse to sample the delicious local cheeses.
Overnight: Kenmare

Wednesday

We begin at the 2000 year old Staigue Fort where we learn about Celtic folklore and follow the 'Kerry Way' to enjoy Atlantic Ocean vistas. We continue across pastures and lanes, pausing to examine the ancient Celtic writings on an Ogham Stone, then crossing the white sands of Derrynane Bay to visit the home of 'The Liberator', Irish patriot Daniel O'Connell. We transfer to our next hotel in Waterville for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Waterville

Thursday

We follow an old track beside a stream to Dingle Bay with sweeping sea views to the distant Mount Eagle. We rejoin the Kerry Way to Caragh Lake which, if the tide allows, we cross by fishing boat to land at the magnificent lakeside gardens of our hotel.
Overnight: Caragh Lake

Friday

We walk the gorse and heather-covered hills above Caragh Lake over to Blackstone Bridge where salmon fishermen gather. After lunch we meet a local farmer to discover how he cuts the turf for winter fuel and see his faithful sheepdog at work. We return to Caragh Lake for our Farewell Dinner.
Overnight: Caragh Lake

Saturday

The Wayfarers see you safely on your way back to Killarney Rail Station.

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