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Discover Ireland South Walk
Western Ireland
Ireland
Walking holidays in Undiscovered Ireland South
Explore the historical, cultural and natural beauty of Ireland. Along the way we will learn about sites that were once of great power and importance, marvel at delightful Irish music and dance, and bask in the green rolling hills and majestic mountains that appear as if from nowhere.
Ireland Undiscovered South explores charming architectural feats including Adare village, Ireland’s prettiest and most picturesque settlement. Adare dates back to the early 13th century and over the years has been the subject of many conquests, wars and rebellions. We also visit the Rock of Cashel, home to the ruins of a great Celtic cathedral, and the monastic site at Glendalough, a famous early Christian site near lakes and walking routes.
Near the Rock of Cashel we will stop into the Brú Ború National Cultural Centre. This cultural village is home to the study of native Irish song, dance, music and theatre. There is an underground theatre and exhibition where we can learn about these fascinating cultural themes.
This trip also takes us along part of the Kerry Way, Ireland’s most infamous trekking route. Looping through the Iveragh Peninsula the Kerry Way passes through some of the most isolated and dramatic landscape in the country. Experienced and professional guides will make sure you don’t miss one bit of the beauty and that you thoroughly enjoy Ireland Undiscovered South!
Tour Highlights
- Ireland s prettiest village, Adare
- Walk part of the Kerry Way
- Magnificent Kerry scenery
- Lovely coastal views
- A visit to the Rock of Cashel
- Bru Boru Music and Dance center
- Ancient monastic site at Glendalough
- Woodlands and lakes in Wicklow Mountains
- Traditional music
- One night in Adare, Co Limerick
- Three nights in Caherdaniel, Co Kerry
- One night in Cashel, Co Tipperary
- Two nights in Glendalough, Co Wicklow.
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Rates and Dates for 2012
Rates include:
+ Galway City pick-up and Dublin Airport drop-off;
+ All 3-4 star accommodation (en suite) x 7 nights;
+ All land transportation;
+ 7 guided walks;
+ Escort of full-time guide;
+ Escort of local guides;
+ Evening transportation to pubs / music;
+ 7 breakfasts;
+ 6 packed lunches;
+ 5 evening meals
| A | 2012 | 8 day trip | 8d / 7n | €1999 | $2680 |
| Single room supplement | €280 | $375 |
Group Leader - FREE with group of 8+
Transfer Option:
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Transfer from Galway City at 12 noon - end Dublin airport 2 PM
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Arrival Galway City 12noon
Return Dublin Airport 2pm
Day 1
Walking Distance 2 miles (3.2 km)
You will be met with a warm welcome at the Park
House Hotel in central Galway City We then head south to the pretty
thatched-cottage village of Adare in County Limerick.
We will take a short walk around the grounds of Adare
Manor and back via the Augustinian Friary and along by the River Maigue.
Day 2
Walking Distance 6 miles (9.7 km)
We will drive to Glenbeigh on the ring of Kerry, Co.
Kerry. Our walk today will be part of the long distance waymarked route
"The Kerry Way". A short, steep ascent will bring us to look out across
to the Dingle Peninsula. We will walk along the ridge and down into
some quiet country lanes, eventually ending up on the pebble sea shore.
Our accommodation is a wonderful family run hotel
located on the edge of the Ring of Kerry with magnificent views of the
sea. We will spend three nights here enjoying the friendly atmosphere,
fine views, excellent hiking and wonderful meals.
Day 3
Walking Distance 7 miles (11.3 km)
Today we walk from Derrynane House, the home of
Daniel O'Connell (Ireland's 19th century campaigner for Catholic
Emancipation). Our walk will start in the beautiful landscaped grounds
of the house, then we travel along lovely quiet beaches and out on to
Abbey Island.
We then head up along an ancient Mass Path through
"nature's rockery" - old red sandstone laden with the most awesome
display of Kerry flora: montbretia, fuchhsia, purple loosestrife, and
honeysuckle. We then return to Derrynane via part of the Kerry Way.
Day 4
Walking Distance 8 miles (12.9 km)
Today our walking route takes us up on to Eagle Mountain
and the "Windy Gap". We walk directly from the hotel and join the Kerry
Way trail to a gap in the mountains where we cut through to Lough
Currane near the town of Waterville. There are amazing vistas across the
Kenmare inlet toward the Beara Peninsula in County Cork.
This route guides us along fuchsia-lined lanes, green
roads and ancient tracks. We will finish with some well earned
refreshment in Waterville.
Day 5
Walking Distance 9 miles (14.5 km)
Today we'll walk the Old Kenmare Road to Killarney via
Torc Waterfall. This ancient track will take you through beautiful open
heathland in the Black Valley and cuts through some of the best scenery
in Kerry. We then travel on to Cashel in County Tipperary. Tonight we
can enjoy a show at the Bru Boru Centre including traditional Irish Step
Dancing, songs and music.
Day 6
Walking Distance 6 miles (9.7 km)
Before we leave Cashel this morning we can enjoy the
magnificent St Patrick's Rock with a guided tour. We then head east to
County Wicklow and the Wicklow Mountains. Our accommodation is set in
lovely countryside scenery. On arrival we will walk over the moors of
Trooperstown Hill, then follow the winding Avonmore River on a beautiful
pathway through native forest.
Day 7
Walking Distance 7 miles (11.3 km)
The Wicklow Mountains are the location of our walk
today. Our local expert guide, Christopher Stacey will begin at the
point where we finished yesterday. He'll tell us all about the ancient
monastic ruins of Glendalough and the story of St Kevin.
We will walk along the Spink (a dramatic cliff edge with
lovely views over the two lakes) then down into the Glenealo Valley
finishing alongside the Upper Lake.
Day 8 Transfer to the Dublin airport.
Meeting:
Galway
Airport:
Galway
Train station:
Galway
Transfer:
Galway
Arrival Galway City 12noon
Return Dublin Airport 2pm
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This holiday, guided by someone who really knows and cares for Ireland,
is the best way to see this enchanting country; imagine yourself hiking
(or walking) over Irish mountains, pausing by Irish lakes, drinking in
Irish pubs and listening to traditional Irish music.
These
hiking trips show you the best of Ireland, its picturesque scenery, the
grandeur of its mountains, the warmth and hospitality of its people and
the magic of their music. Call it an Irish walking holiday; a hiking
vacation in Ireland; even a sabbatical - maybe you're researching
Ireland, perhaps for a thesis or book; or perhaps you want to see the
Ireland of your Irish ancestors. Call it any or all of these, but treat
yourself to a tour of Erin's Isle anyway.
Our hiking tours of Ireland are fully escorted by experienced,
professional guides. We travel through Ireland in groups of no more than
twelve people. We will escort you on hikes through Ireland's most
scenic trails, walk through undiscovered routes lined with extraordinary
vistas.
Ireland
has a lot to offer the walker: dramatic sea cliffs, high mountain
ridges, quiet green roads, butter roads, fuchsia-lined lanes, heath and
moorland, sweeping expanses of beach. And then there are the sleepy
villages, oak woods, sky-blue lakes, torrential waterfalls and babbling
brooks.
Ireland's
climate ideally suits the walker as generally it rarely gets too hot to
be uncomfortable. Rain and cloud-formations are what bring the
interesting light patterns and rainbows. The Western coast and islands
are known for magnificent sunsets.
Don't
be surprised at the very few people you will meet whilst walking, after
all, the entire population of Ireland is only around four million!
Ireland is a birdwatcher's paradise with many rarities such as the
corncrake. It is also a great place for botanists, especially the area
of the Burren, Co. Clare.
Maybe
the best attraction of all is the people, you'll never find another
place like it for hospitality, friendliness, warmth, generosity, humor,
love of life and love of the land.
Passport and Visa Requirements:
Passports Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all except: (a) 1. persons born in the UK travelling direct from the UK (applicable to British passport holde. more
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All 3-4 star accommodation (en suite) x 7 nights
+ One night in Adare, Co Limerick
+ Three nights in Caherdaniel, Co Kerry
+ One night in Cashel, Co Tipperary
+ Two nights in Glendalough, Co Wicklow.
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Pace:
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Level:
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(2
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3
out of 5)
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Riders:
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Min
4 riders
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Max
12 riders
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This holiday, guided by someone who really knows and cares for Ireland,
is the best way to see this enchanting country; imagine yourself hiking
(or walking) over Irish mountains, pausing by Irish lakes, drinking in
Irish pubs and listening to traditional Irish music.
These
hiking trips show you the best of Ireland, its picturesque scenery, the
grandeur of its mountains, the warmth and hospitality of its people and
the magic of their music. Call it an Irish walking holiday; a hiking
vacation in Ireland; even a sabbatical - maybe you're researching
Ireland, perhaps for a thesis or book; or perhaps you want to see the
Ireland of your Irish ancestors. Call it any or all of these, but treat
yourself to a tour of Erin's Isle anyway.
Our hiking tours of Ireland are fully escorted by experienced,
professional guides. We travel through Ireland in groups of no more than
twelve people. We will escort you on hikes through Ireland's most
scenic trails, walk through undiscovered routes lined with extraordinary
vistas.
Ireland
has a lot to offer the walker: dramatic sea cliffs, high mountain
ridges, quiet green roads, butter roads, fuchsia-lined lanes, heath and
moorland, sweeping expanses of beach. And then there are the sleepy
villages, oak woods, sky-blue lakes, torrential waterfalls and babbling
brooks.
Ireland's
climate ideally suits the walker as generally it rarely gets too hot to
be uncomfortable. Rain and cloud-formations are what bring the
interesting light patterns and rainbows. The Western coast and islands
are known for magnificent sunsets.
Don't
be surprised at the very few people you will meet whilst walking, after
all, the entire population of Ireland is only around four million!
Ireland is a birdwatcher's paradise with many rarities such as the
corncrake. It is also a great place for botanists, especially the area
of the Burren, Co. Clare.
Maybe
the best attraction of all is the people, you'll never find another
place like it for hospitality, friendliness, warmth, generosity, humor,
love of life and love of the land.
Passports
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all except:
(a) 1. persons born in the UK travelling direct from the UK (applicable to British passport holders only).
Note: Whilst UK citizens do not require a passport or visa to enter Ireland, most carriers by air or sea now require some form of identification with photograph, usually a passport or driving licence with photo. Visitors should check what form of ID is required with the individual airline, ferry company or travel agent before travelling.
(b) 2. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.
Note: EU nationals are only required to produce evidence of their EU nationality and identity in order to be admitted to any EU Member State. This evidence can take the form of a valid national passport or national identity card. Either is acceptable. Possession of a return ticket, any length of validity on their document, sufficient funds for the length of their proposed visit should not be imposed.
Passport Note
3. Imposition of a return ticket as a condition of entry is at the discretion of the Immigration Officer at point of entry.
Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for the following durations:
(a) nationals of EU countries for an unlimited period (nationals of EU countries wishing to stay for longer than three months must register with the Garda National Immigration Bureau).
(b) nationals of Australia, Canada and the USA for stays of up to 90 days.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements
| Passport Required? |
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| Australian |
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| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
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| Visa Required? |
| British |
No |
| Australian |
No |
| Canadian |
No |
| USA |
No |
| Other EU |
No |
| Return Ticket Required? |
| British |
No |
| Australian |
3 |
| Canadian |
3 |
| USA |
3 |
| Other EU |
No |
This information is not being updated on a regular basis. Hidden Trails does not
take any responsibility for the accuracy of the above information. Please, consult
the embassy or consulate for updated info.
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