Our @Ease programmes are designed to give walkers an opportunity to unwind, relax and recover with less unpacking and longer stays. This gives you more time to experience each location, helps ease the pressure on our accommodation providers, and offers a more fuel-efficient option.
The Iveragh Peninsula or Ring of Kerry, the second of the five southwestern peninsulas, is one of the most popular tourist routes in Ireland. Instead of seeing it by car with the crowds, we invite you to experience it by walking. This is the best way to fully appreciate the natural beauty and culture of this peninsula.
The north side of the peninsula mirrors the old red sandstone of the Dingle Peninsula, gradually changing as you venture south to the limestone crags of the Beara Peninsula. Long sandy beaches on the north side give way to rocky inlets and coves. The climate is warm and temperate, allowing sub-tropical plants to flourish.
The glaciated Lakes of Killarney have been long famous as a tourist destination and are the centre of the Killarney National Park, home to native oak woods, birch, beech and one of the last remaining herd of red deer. Since their introduction from Norway in 2008, it is also now home to breeding white tailed eagles.
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The 5-day tour is the shortest of our relaxed versions of the Kerry Way tours, alternating free days so you can choose how often and how much you walk. You will only have to unpack twice, as this tour includes 2 nights in Glenbeigh and 3 nights in Caherciveen.
This tour is rated RELAXED with one STRENUOUS day with on option to shorten the route.
See how we determine levels of difficulty for each of our hiking tours by visiting our FAQ page.
From Cork or Shannon airports, travel by bus to Killarney and take a local bus to Glenbeigh, a traditional seaside village on the north side of the peninsula.
Overnight accommodation in Glenbeigh village.
Enjoy the seaside village of Glenbeigh, walking the local lanes to Rosbeigh Beach with its 5km of sand and dunes opening onto Dingle Bay. For a longer walk, there is an option to follow the Kerry Way on a circular route around Seefin Hill.
Seefin Hill: Distance 12km (7mi). Ascents 350m (1,148ft). Approximate walking time 4.5 hours.
Overnight accommodation in Glenbeigh.
Walk the Kerry Way to Caherciveen. The route passes through turf bogs and pine forest. Some short climbs give views over Valentia Island and the stunning scenery of the western end of the peninsula.
Distance 25.5km (16mi). Approximate walking time 8 hours.
Option to shorten walk: 18.5km (11mi). Approximate walking time 6 hours.
Overnight accommodation in Caherciveen.
Free day in Caherciveen to explore town or walk any of the three local loop walks. Valentia Island is accessible by a short passenger ferry ride. Local Link bus services also service Valentia and the Skellig Ring area for further exploration.
Overnight accommodation in Caherciveen.
Depart Caherciveen by regular transport services.
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Summer 2023 – Miriam
It was a fantastic trip. Doing the Kerry Way was a real experience and everything worked like clockwork. The bed and breakfasts we stayed in were extremely comfortable with large breakfasts and clean comfortable rooms. The hosts went out to their way to make us feel welcome.
Thank you all for this very special trip.
June 2023 – Simon
It was great fun doing the Kerry Way trek with the help of the company. The accommodations were excellent and the hosts were kind and willing to help with anything. The company was in continuous contact and helped with everything. Thank you.
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