Kerry Way Rambler Seven Days: Killarney to Cahersiveen
What's Included
Kerry Way Walking Holidays
- Six nights’ accommodation with private bathroom in charming guesthouses along the Kerry Way
- Private transfer from either Kerry Airport or Killarney Train Station to your first guesthouse.
- Breakfast each morning.
- Four packed lunches
- Dinner on two evenings
- We can cater for many dietary requirements (eg. vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, no meat, no dairy).
- Luggage transfer between your guesthouse each day.
- Assistance in arranging local taxi transfers if required
- Use of Irish Sim Card with unlimited local calls for your phone to contact us at any time.
- A set of our latest weatherproof walking notes for your route.
- Detailed walking maps.
- Use of walking poles if required
- Private transfer on the final day from your guesthouse to Killarney train station or Kerry Airport.
- Recommendations on the best places to visit, eat and drink each day along the Kerry Way.
- Our backup and support during your walking holiday.
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Itinerary of the Kerry Way Rambler Seven Day Walking Holiday
We will meet you at Kerry Airport or Killarney train station and take you to your first guesthouse in Killarney. Your guesthouse is located beside Killarney National Park and you have the option of an easy looped walk to Ross Castle and Killarney Lakes this afternoon. Your guesthouse is walking distance from the vibrant main streets of Killarney with their many fine pubs, restaurants, cafes and shops. Live traditional music can be enjoyed every evening in the town before setting off in the mountains tomorrow.
This morning after breakfast our driver will bring you the 5km to Muckross House and the start of your Kerry Way adventure. Initially passing the beautiful eighteenth century façade of Muckross House you follow the shores of Muckross Lake before ascending towards the stunning Torc Waterfall and onto the old Kenmare coaching trail. A wonderful sense of peaceful isolation can be felt as you make your way west towards Galway’s Bridge and along the shores of the most southerly section of the Killarney Lakes. After passing Lord Brandon’s Cottage you enter the Black Valley and your guesthouse for the night is shortly ahead. There are no restaurants or pubs in the Black Valley so dinner is in your guesthouse tonight.
Today’s walk is shorter than yesterday but offers an unbeatable route through the heart of the Black Valley. After passing the local church and small shop the Kerry Way passes by some stunning lakes, rivers and waterfalls before reaching the end of the valley. Here the trail climbs over the pass and on a clear day the views over the Bridia Valley could bring a tear to your eye. Descending slowly you reach the valley floor and shortly afterwards you come to your guesthouse for the night, a magical place we think you’ll agree. There are no pubs or restaurants locally so dinner tonight is at your guesthouse.
The first section of today’s hike is relatively challenging (steep & narrow), so we offer the choice of transport to the Climber’s Inn, Glencar thus shortening the hike to 14km (instead of 25km)
From the Climber’s Inn you soon join the Caragh River and walk along its pretty banks into the forest. After Drumbane Lough you turn left and ascend into Lickeen Woods with its almost rainforest density. Your efforts are rewarded at the top with stunning views over Caragh Laker. Out of the forest you have some nice river side locations to stop for a picnic before ascending to the Windy Gap. Once through the gap you enjoy some of our favourite views on the Kerry Way looking down to Glenbeigh and the Dingle Peninsula beyond. Descending you soon arrive at the coastal village of Glenbeigh with its lively pubs and nearby beaches.
Today’s walk is a mix of forests, country roads and mountains tracks. The start of the walk offers wide views over Glenbeigh and across the bay to the Dingle Peninsula. 7km into the walk you reach Mountain Stage and the most dramatic views of the day with wide panoramic Atlantic scenes. The old Dingle railway track can be seen below as you make your west towards Kells. At the final section of the walk it begins to level off as you turn towards Kells. Our driver will meet you at the local cafe to bring you back to your guesthouse (15 minute transfer).
After breakfast our driver will bring you back to Kells . Within a few minutes on the hiking trail the far west of the Iveragh Peninsula opens up in front of you. Turning inland you cross the Feerta River in the shadow of Knocknadobar Mountain. A delightful day of farm tracks and trails, river crossings and meadows. Cahersiveen Harbour and the Fertha River herald your arrival in this lively market town. Celebrate your progress tonight with the best choice of pubs and restaurants since Killarney. Note: Cahersiveen is the gateway for visits to nearby Skellig Michael and Valencia Island. We would be delighted to arrange an additional night here to allow you visit the World Heritage Site or Valenica Island.
After breakfast this morning you have the option of a morning ascent of Beentee Mountain (height 376 metres, 1234 feet). The views are incredible for the relatively low height. Allow 3 hours for the walk not including stops. You can also explore Cahersiveen town visiting Daniel O’Connell Church and his birth place as well as the Old Barracks Heritage Centre. If Irish Spirits are of interest you can also visit the Skellig Six18 Distillery for a tour. When you are ready to move on, our driver will collect you and bring you to your onward connection at Killarney or Kerry Airport (75 minute transfer).
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Kerry Way Rambler Seven Days
Your Walking Holiday Includes:
- 6 nights’ in charming en-suite guesthouses.
- Private transfer to your first guesthouse.
- Breakfast each morning.
- Four packed lunches
- Two dinners: Black Valley and Glencar
- We can cater for all dietary requirements
- Luggage transfers each day.
- Assistance arranging local taxi transfers if required
- Use of an Irish Sim card with unlimited local calls for your phone if required
- Our latest weatherproof walking notes
- Detailed walking maps.
- Use of walking poles if required
- Private transfer on the final day to Kerry Airport or Killarney Train Station
- Recommendations on the best places to visit.
- Our backup and support during your hike
Kerry Way 7 Day Rambler Itinerary
We will meet you at Kerry Airport or Killarney train station and take you to your first guesthouse in Killarney. Your guesthouse is located beside Killarney National Park and you have the option of an easy looped walk to Ross Castle and Killarney Lakes this afternoon. Your guesthouse is walking distance from the vibrant main streets of Killarney with their many fine pubs, restaurants, cafes and shops. Live traditional music can be enjoyed every evening in the town before setting off in the mountains tomorrow.
This morning after breakfast our driver will bring you the 5km to Muckross House and the start of your Kerry Way adventure. Initially passing the beautiful eighteenth century façade of Muckross House you follow the shores of Muckross Lake before ascending towards the stunning Torc Waterfall and onto the old Kenmare coaching trail. A wonderful sense of peaceful isolation can be felt as you make your way west towards Galway’s Bridge and along the shores of the most southerly section of the Killarney Lakes. After passing Lord Brandon’s Cottage you enter the Black Valley and your guesthouse for the night is shortly ahead. There are no restaurants or pubs in the Black Valley so dinner is in your guesthouse tonight.
Today’s walk is shorter than yesterday but offers an unbeatable route through the heart of the Black Valley. After passing the local church and small shop the Kerry Way passes by some stunning lakes, rivers and waterfalls before reaching the end of the valley. Here the trail climbs over the pass and on a clear day the views over the Bridia Valley could bring a tear to your eye. Descending slowly you reach the valley floor and shortly afterwards you come to your guesthouse for the night, a magical place we think you’ll agree. There are no pubs or restaurants locally so dinner tonight is at your guesthouse.
The first section of today’s hike is relatively challenging (steep & narrow), so we offer the choice of transport to the Climber’s Inn, Glencar thus shortening the hike to 14km (instead of 25km)
From the Climber’s Inn you soon join the Caragh River and walk along its pretty banks into the forest. After Drumbane Lough you turn left and ascend into Lickeen Woods with its almost rainforest density. Your efforts are rewarded at the top with stunning views over Caragh Laker. Out of the forest you have some nice river side locations to stop for a picnic before ascending to the Windy Gap. Once through the gap you enjoy some of our favourite views on the Kerry Way looking down to Glenbeigh and the Dingle Peninsula beyond. Descending you soon arrive at the coastal village of Glenbeigh with its lively pubs and nearby beaches.
Today’s walk is a mix of forests, country roads and mountains tracks. The start of the walk offers wide views over Glenbeigh and across the bay to the Dingle Peninsula. 7km into the walk you reach Mountain Stage and the most dramatic views of the day with wide panoramic Atlantic scenes. The old Dingle railway track can be seen below as you make your west towards Kells. At the final section of the walk it begins to level off as you turn towards Kells. Our driver will meet you at the local cafe to bring you back to your guesthouse (15 minute transfer).
Today’s hike bring you to the lively market town of Cahersiveen (16km, 140m ascent). After only a few minutes hiking, the far west of the Iveragh Peninsula opens up in front of you and then turning inland you cross the Feerta River in the shadow of Knocknadobar Mountain. A delightful day of farm tracks and trails, river crossings and meadows. Cahirsiveen Harbour and the Valencia River herald your arrival in this lively market town. Celebrate your progress tonight with the best choice of pubs and restaurants since Killarney. Note: Cahirsiveen is the gateway for visits to nearby Skellig Michael and Valentia Island. We would be delighted to arrange an additional night here to allow you visit the World Heritage Site or explore Valentia Island.
After breakfast this morning you have the option of a morning ascent of Beentee Mountain (height 376 metres, 1234 feet). The views are incredible for the relatively low height. Allow 3 hours for the walk not including stops.
You can also explore Cahersiveen town visiting Daniel O’Connell Church and his birth place as well as the Old Barracks Heritage Centre. If Irish Spirits are of interest you can also visit the Skellig Six18 Distillery for a tour. When you are ready to move on our driver will collect you and bring you to your onward connection at Killarney or Kerry Airport (75 minute transfer).
Booking and Rates
The price of the Seven Day Kerry Way Rambler Walking Holiday is 995€ per person sharing.
You can check our availability below or go to our Booking Form to make a reservation.
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