Hike and Bike

A wonderful leisurely walking and cycling break – perfect for individuals, friends, groups or families. The perfect itinerary for those who wish to combine walking and cycling as well participate in one of Ireland's most spectacular boat trips. Suitable for all ages.

Two days guided walking, 8-12 miles (12-17 km) each day through Mid-Kerry's lonely glens and onwards to spectacular coastal views, enriched with legends and archaeological remains. An option day allows you to partake in sightseeing, visit Killarneys craft and book shops or visit a local spa. You then cycle (up to 32 km/20 miles) for two days, at your own pace, around Killarney's Lakes and Fells, with a choice of route descriptions and maps. A boat trip through the famous lake land of Killarney is a dramatic finale.

What Your Guided Tour Includes:

• 7 nights in Irish Tourist Board approved guesthouse based on two adults sharing with en-suite facilities
• 7 hot cooked full Irish breakfast
• Three packed lunches
• Four dinners
• Experienced local guide for the 3 walking days
• Transfer of luggage as per itinerary
• Bike hire for one day - 21 speedtouring bike (2009 model), carrier, mud guards and pannier bag
• Boat trip on Killarney Lakes (Day 7)
• Horse ride through gap of Dunloe (Day 7)
• Walk/cycle route descriptions & maps by Sean O Suilleabhain (founder of the Kerry Way and author of walk guide book)
• 24 hour telephone back-up and support throughout

Day 1 Arrival
Arrival at your accommodation in Glenbeigh (3 nights). Evening briefing and dinner.

Day 2 Dooks Beach and ‘Mountain’
Distance: 12km/7.5miles Ascent: 50m/165ft
A gentle walk on road, bog road and beach allows you to experience a variety of habitats as well as to view peat cuttings. End the walk with a visit to Ireland’s only Bog Village museum where you can see how people lived in olden days.

Day 3 The Kerry Way (Kells-Glenbeigh)
Distance: 17km/10.5miles Ascent: 300m/1,000ft
This spectacular coastal walk takes you on an early Christian route and medieval coaching road overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Opportunities to view 4,000 year old Rock art.

Day 4 The Kerry Way (Glenbeigh-Glencar)
Via Windy Gap - Distance:  13km/ 8miles Ascent 350m/1,150ft
Via Treanmanagh - Distance:  17km/10.5miles Ascent 270m/   900ft
You walk from the seaside village of Glenbeigh, ascend gradually to circle Seefin Mountain and stroll downwards into the lush valley of the Caragh River in storied Glencar.

Day 5 Transfer / Rest day
Transfer to Killarney which is renowned for its world-famous lakes, combined with the rugged beauty of it's valleys and mountains, and its extraordinary wealth of trees and rare flowering-plants.

Day 6 Killarney National Park
Bike fitting at David O’Sullivan bikes. Cycle on traffic free trails through Killarney National Park, shared only with pedestrians and jaunting cars.   Dramatically weathered limestone crags and lush vegetation surround the beautiful lakes. You can stop at the medieval Abbey at Muckross (15th C) or at Dinis cottage for some tea. Quaint stone bridges are crossed to bring you to the spectacular Torc waterfall (12 miles/19 km)

Day 7 Lakes of Killarney Boat Trip
Today, you can enjoy a breathtaking boat trip through the famous Three Lakes of Killarney.  Enjoy lunch at Lord Brandons Cottage before you walk through the Gap of Dunloe (7 miles).  The tour starts at Ross Castle (15th century) and ends at the renowned 19th century Kate Kearney’s Cottage where you can enjoy an Irish coffee before being transferred back to Killarney. Non walkers have the option of hopping on a horse drawn jaunting car (supplement of €20-30 per person).

Day 8 Departure
Departure Day

General information on Go Ireland airport transfers
- We do not include the price of our airport transfers in our holidays to make it as transparent as possible.  We want to minimise the money spent on airport transfers while maximising your valuable holiday time. You only pay for the transfer you need.
- Prices are per person and based on a minimum of 2 people per transfer.
- All transfers must be confirmed at the time of booking with flight numbers and times for arrival and departure.  Otherwise we will assume you are making your own way to the first nights accommodation.
- Please note that refunds are not provided for any unused portions of the transfer. 
- Private taxis can also be arranged, at the clients own expense, should the Go Ireland transfer timetable or public transport not suit.