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Day 1 Arrival in Glenbeigh
From your point of arrival, use the public transport information we provide to make the journey to Killarney. From Killarney, you can take another bus on to Glenbeigh.
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Day 2 Glenbeigh - Foilmore
11 Miles / 18 Km 5-7 Hrs 400/525 MetresYou have the choice to visit the beautiful Rossbeigh Strand before an old coach path takes you around Drung Hill where you pass above the old railway viaduct – a reminder of old local trade routes. Descend into the Ferta River Valley and continue to Foilmore.
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Day 3 Foilmore (Coars Cross) - Waterville
11 Miles / 18 Km 5-7 Hrs 580 MetresYou don’t climb to any great height on today’s walk but nonetheless it may be one of the more demanding walks on your itinerary. One of Ireland’s most westerly towns, Waterville enjoys spectacular sunsets. Look out for the statue of Charlie Chaplin next to the beach.
Although this walking tour as a whole is classed as 'Gentle', this particular hike is more 'Challenging'. Where possible we have tried to make this section easier by shortening it or by offering route alternatives. -
Day 4 Waterville - Caherdaniel
8-10 Miles / 13-16 Km 4-5 Hrs 350 MetresHallelujah! After several days of hiking, your feet may just decide that this short walk is exactly what the doctor ordered. With the Atlantic Ocean to your right and Lough Currane to the left, this is one of Ireland’s most beautiful coastal walks. If you choose to follow the Derrynane Mass Path you can even dip your toes into the sea at one of the beautiful beaches along the way.
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Day 5 Caherdaniel - Sneem
10.5 Miles / 17 Km 4-6 Hrs 420 MetresThe route today follows an old track used to transfer butter to Cork in the 19th Century. Staigue ringfort, one of Ireland’s finest historical sites dating back around 2,000 years, is located just off the Way and is certainly worth the short detour.
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Day 6 Blackwater River - Kenmare
12.5 Miles / 20 Km 5-7 Hrs 460 MetresAfter crossing the fast-flowing Blackwater River, you descend to the shore of Kenmare Bay – a lovely setting for a picnic with views across to the Beara Peninsula. Kenmare itself is a pretty market-town with a lively pub scene and some fantastic places to eat.
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Day 7 Depart from Kenmare
There is a bus service from Kenmare to Killarney. From Killarney, continue on to Dublin, Cork or Limerick by bus or by train. Full details provided upon booking.
Kerry Way
Read More About The Kerry WayYour Self-Guided Hiking Tour Includes:
- Top-Choice Accommodation
- Detailed Itinerary, Maps & GPS Tracks
- Baggage Transfer
- Breakfasts
- Insider Tips
- 24/7 Support
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*An additional Single Supplement Charge also applies where a single room is booked (A room for one person)
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