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Combines the hallmarks of any B&R itinerary (excellent hotels and beautiful routes) with the freedom of pacing each day exactly the way you like.
Throughout the day, a knowledgeable local guide provides insider access and expert tips. At night, you can explore and dine on your own.
Our B&R guides are with you throughout, anticipating needs, translating languages, providing advice and—above all—facilitating fun.
Biking – 40-50 km (25-30 mi.) a day over relatively flat terrain with a few small hills—all very manageable for people trying their first biking trip.
Walking – 6-10 km (4-6 mi.) a day on country lanes, footpaths and coastal or forest trails, all on relatively flat terrain, perhaps with an occasional hill.
Biking – 40-50 km (25-30 mi.) a day over terrain that’s relatively flat but will include inclines and the occasional climb or two.
Walking – 8-12 km (5-7 mi.) a day over relatively flat terrain, with occasional steeper climbs.
Biking – 40-50 km (25-30 mi.) a day in gently rolling countryside, with occasional longer climbs to points that are well worth the effort.
Walking – 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) a day over rolling terrain on a variety of surfaces. Most days, one or two steeper climbs to spectacular viewpoints or places of interest.
Biking – Roughly 50 km (30 mi.) a day in consistently rolling countryside, with repeated climbs and longer options available.
Walking – 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) over terrain that varies between rolling and hilly, with a few steeper climbs.
Biking – 50-60 km (30-45 mi.) a day over both level and tougher, hillier terrain with multiple 100 km (62 mi.) options. The routes are designed for avid cyclists and include plenty of chances to push yourself.
Walking – 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) a day over fairly hilly terrain offering lots of challenges. Routes are along high meadow paths and/or well-maintained cliffside or alpine trails, with a few steep ascents to make you feel invigorated.
If Ireland is the Emerald Isle, then counties Kerry and Cork are surely its crowning jewels. With landmark sites like the Killarney National Park and the famed Ring of Kerry, there is plenty to check off one’s bucket list, but off the beaten path there is much more to be explored. For outdoor and cultural enthusiasts alike, the region is a paradise: the otherworldly beauty of Kerry’s rugged landscapes are complemented by its fascinating ancient sites and charming coastal villages; while Cork’s lesser-visited peninsulas, Beara and Sheep’s Head, rival the natural attributes of their neighbours to the north without all the crowds. Ireland’s “second city”, Cork, is arguably the country’s most vibrant with a thriving foodie scene, arts scene and all of the snug pubs and traditional music one would expect. Authenticity abounds so grab a pint and hold on!
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REQUEST A QUOTEYou'll be met at the airport and driven to the stunning Cromane Peninsula in County Kerry, home to the largest mussel bed in Ireland. After lunch at a local seafood spot, you'll walk to the windswept dunes at Glenbeigh or Rossbeigh Beach, depending on how much ground you’d like to cover.
This morning you’ll explore the Dingle Peninsula, where you'll walk along the Cosán na Naomh (Saint’s Road), one of Ireland’s most fascinating and beautiful old pilgrimage trails. Lunch will be in Dingle itself, with time to meander the charming town.
Today you'll venture to the sprawling Killarney National Park where you'll have a choice of walks from the spectacular Torc Waterfalls. We'll refuel with a lunch then drive to your luxury hotel in Kenmare.
Today you'll meet our friends John and Kerryann Fitzgerald for seaweed foraging in Caherdaniel. After a sea vegetable feast, you’ll hitch your heels to the Kerry Way for a gorgeous coastal walk before returning to the hotel. Tonight you’ll venture out in town for a taste of traditional live music.
This morning you'll visit the Beara Peninsula, a fantastic walking spot with over 500 designated historic sites. Before lunch you’ll make a stop at an Irish farmhouse cheese-mongers. Later we'll head to Cork, where you can check out the famous 18th century English Market before your final night’s dinner at your leisure in town.
Depending on your departure time, you’ll be driven to Cork Airport for your departure flight or will have the option for a half-day trip down to Kinsale, 30-minutes drive away. It’s a historical port and fishing town with colourful winding streets lined with galleries and shops.
A landmark property dating back to 1897, the Park Hotel is nestled on nine beautifully groomed acres overlooking Kenmare Bay. Each of its 46 rooms is elegantly appointed with all of the original antiques, luxurious fabrics and object d’artes one would expect of a fine manor hotel. The SÁMAS spa is a real highlight.
Built in 1913 by Lady Gordon, a noted gardener, traveller and writer, this Victorian country manor house is idyllically situated on 32 acres on the shores of Lough Caragh. Each of its 18 rooms combines old world sensibilities with modern comfort. The property is within striking distance of the Dingle Peninsula and the Ring of Kerry.
The ultimate urban retreat, Hayfield stands on 2 acres of mature gardens within a 10-minute stroll of downtown. Rooms and suites are tastefully decorated in a traditional style. The hotel has a fine-dining restaurant, bistro and a six-treatment room spa on site.
I have never seen so many shades of green and trying to count them all eventually proved impossible. We did try to capture all the beauty Ireland has to offer and again this proved to be impossible but we brought home the memories of this amazing country.
— Linda Moudry
This trip is rated Recreational, meaning it’s appropriate for travellers who enjoy going for a good walk and can handle an incline or two. The terrain we cover is varied. We’ll enjoy some gently rolling hills, coastal beach walks and also encounter a few steeper climbs which will be a bit more demanding. Activity levels will be tailored to suit your individual preferences by your local guide. There will be options for shorter or longer walks on most days with daily distances ranging from 5 to 10 km (3 to 6 miles). Rewarding views are guaranteed!
In a word: everything. In ninety words? Signature B&R guides; local experts; unique, unforgettable biking and walking routes; private tours; authentic local cuisine; lessons and demonstrations; local artisanal wines; wine tastings; all victuals and libations; all the endorphins you can handle; new insight; interesting, fun and like-minded travel companions; a feeling of total freedom. In short: an extraordinary, hassle-free journey of discovery.
Included with all walking trips are telescoping walking poles and custom-made padded waist packs, which comfortably carry one full half-litre water bottle. The walking poles get “recycled” for use by another B&R traveller, but the waist pack is yours to keep at trip’s end. See Equipment Details
Walking Poles
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