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Dingle Way - Escorted Walking Tour
Western Ireland
Ireland
The Dingle Peninsula is one of the most spectacular regions on
Ireland’s West Coast. Moreover, it is steeped in history, mythology
and traditional Irish culture. There is no other landscape in Western
Europe with the same density and variety of archaeological monuments.
This mountainous finger of land, jutting into the Atlantic Ocean, has
supported various tribes and populations for at least 6,000 years. It is impossible to visit the Dingle Peninsula and not be impressed by its archaeological heritage, which ranges from Prehistoric times through the Early Christian period to the Middle Ages. Throughout the region there are magnificent views in all directions. Incredibly green pastures stretch as far as the eye can see, completely empty save for small herds of sheep or goats. At almost every turn there are spectacular views of mist-covered mountains and wild stretches of uninhabitable coastline where deep fissures have been carved, over the centuries, by the pounding waves of the Atlantic Ocean.
This trip begins and ends at Tralee, where we spend two nights, an
excellent starting point for our exploration of the Dingle Peninsula.
We walk west and then south to the pretty town of Dingle where we stay
for three nights. From here we explore the spectacular promontory at
Slea Head, and on our free day we offer a trip to the Great Blasket.
For the final stage of the tour we cut back to Cloghane on the northern
side of the peninsula for our final two nights. From here we discover
the dramatic glacial corries of Mount Brandon and its string of
‘paternoster lakes’. The daily stages take us cross-country, through
landscapes that are hilly - and boggy at times. During the week we’ll
experience wild mountain scenery along with picturesque coastal
villages.
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Meeting:
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Tralee
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Airport:
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Shannon Airport
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Transfer:
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Shannon Airport
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Riders:
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4 riders
Max
14 riders
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Trip Rating
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Rates and Dates for 2010
Rates include:
7 nights bed in room with private shower/ bathroom. Full Irish breakfast each morning. Picnic lunch (on walking days only), 7 Evening Dinners, 6 days walking with expert Irish Guide who accompanies the group for the duration of the holiday. Luggage transfers. Transfers to nearest bus/train station at end of holiday. Souvenir book ‘ Ireland ---- a Travellers Guide’.
| A | 2010 | 8 day trip | 8d / 7n | €1065 | $1630 |
| Single supplement | €245 | $375 |
| Mini Break Tuesday eve to Sat morning pp (dbl) | €670 | $1025 |
| Single supplement - 5 days | €145 | $225 |
| B | 2010 | 8 day trip (low) | 8d / 7n | €999 | $1530 |
| Single supplement | €245 | $375 |
| Mini Break Tuesday eve to Sat morning pp (dbl) | €620 | $950 |
| Single supplement - 5 days | €145 | $225 |
Transfer Option:
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2010
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Shannon Airport transfer on Day 1 at 12 noon (only) included. Return drop off in Tralee
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Tour Dates
Check here for details and availability
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| B |
2010
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04/03
- 04/10
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8d / 7n
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8 day trip (low)
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4
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Reserve
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| B |
2010
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04/17
- 04/24
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8d / 7n
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8 day trip (low)
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4
/14
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Reserve
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| A |
2010
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06/12
- 06/19
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8d / 7n
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8 day trip
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4
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Reserve
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2010
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07/03
- 07/10
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8d / 7n
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8 day trip
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4
/14
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Reserve
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2010
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08/07
- 08/14
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8d / 7n
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8 day trip
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4
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Reserve
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2010
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09/04
- 09/11
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8d / 7n
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8 day trip
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4
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Reserve
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| B |
2010
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10/02
- 10/09
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8d / 7n
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8 day trip (low)
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4
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Reserve
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Rates do not include:
Any boat trips (eg. Great Blasket Island), personal drinks, entrance fees to theatres, parks or museums etc. medical expenses or gratuities, luggage transfer supplement if you are only traveler on tour
Day 1 Courtesy Airport Collection from Shannon Airport at 12:00 noon, Cork Airport at 14.00 hrs. and Kerry Airport at 16:00 hrs. Arrive at first guesthouse near Tralee where we stay for the first two nights of our holiday. Evening meal together and a general chat about the coming week’s walks.
Day 2 Today we enjoy a wonderful walk along the Slieve Mish Mountains from Tralee overlooking Tralee Bay and North Kerry. We finish the walk in Camp and transfer back to Tralee. Evening meal in local restaurant.
Walk Details - Distance: 16kms. Duration: 5 hours. Max. Height: 250m. Rocky and sometimes muddy mountain track. Boots essential.
Day 3 We cross the peninsula from north to south, following a spectacular old farmer’s track across the plateau and visiting a genuine old famine village on the way. We finish in the lovely little village of Annascaul and transfer from there to Dingle, where we stay for our next 3 nights. This evening we enjoy dinner together in one of the many excellent local restaurants in the town.
Walk Details - Distance: 16kms. Duration: 5 hours. Max. Height: 400m. Grass tracks, open bogland. Can be wet underfoot - boots essential. Some road walking.
Day 4 Wonderful walk around the spectacular Slea Head - one of the richest areas of archaeology in this region, with its numerous beehive huts and promontory forts. There are breathtaking views from Mount Eagle on the way. Return to Dingle for dinner and overnight.
Walk Details - Distance: 16kms. Duration: 5 hours. Max. Height: 500m. Beach walking, some road walking, grass and rocky tracks. Boots recommended.
Day 5 This is your free day. Weather and boats permitting, we offer a visit to the Great Blasket Island, renowned for its great storytellers and the literature they produced. Evening meal and overnight accommodation in Dingle.
Day 6 We follow the Dingle Way across the shoulder of Mount Brandon, with magnificent views of Brandon Bay. At the end of the walk we descend to the lovely, picturesque village of Cloghane where we spend our last two nights and enjoy our evening meal.
Walk Details - Distance: 18kms. Duration: 5hours. Max. Height: 650m. Grass and rocky tracks, open bogland and some road walking. Boots essential.
Day 7 Our last day’s walk is spectacular, taking us into the heart of the Brandon Range of mountains to the famous ‘paternoster lakes’ with views over Brandon Bay and Fermoyle Strand. If weather permits and if, all the group feel able we may continue to the top of this historic mountain. Return to Cloghane for dinner and overnight.
Walk Details - Distance: 12kms. Duration: 5 - 7 hours. Max. Height: 600 - 950m. Rough mountain tracks and rocky terrain. Boots essential.
Day 8 Departures. A courtesy transfer will be offered to the group from Cloghane to Tralee Bus/Rail Station arriving there at approx. 09.30 hrs. From Tralee there is an excellent bus and train service to all major towns, cities and villages in Ireland. Tralee to Cork Airport is 2 hrs. 50 mins. Approx. by bus. Tralee to Shannon Airport is 3 hrs. 20 mins. Approx. by bus.
Not Included: Any boat trips (eg. Great Blasket Island), personal
drinks, entrance fees to theatres, parks or museums etc. medical
expenses or gratuities.
Recommended reading: ‘The Dingle Peninsula’ by Steve McDonogh, published by Brandon Press.
Meeting:
Tralee
Airport:
Shannon Airport
Transfer:
Shannon Airport
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Tack:
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Pace:
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Moderate hikes with some steep inclines. We recommend a walking stick.
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Level:
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(2
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Riders:
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4 riders
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14 riders
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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
Ireland's
mild and humid climate is ideal for walking holidays. You will never feel too
hot! The summers are pleasantly warm. However , we do get rain here and you
will need to bring a good weatherproof coat and trousers, day rucksack and
most important of all, a pair of sturdy waterproof boots that are vital to the success
of your holiday. Temperatures reach a maximum of 25C/80F in summer with
variations down to 15C/60F on some days.
Temperate zone; mild all year round, due to the North Atlantic Drift.
Coldest months:
January and February with average temperatures of 4 to 7 degrees Celsius during the day.
Warmest months:
July and August with average temperatures of 14 to 16 degrees Celsius.
The sunniest months are May and June, with between five to seven hours
of sunshine per day.
Average annual rainfall:
750 mm (30 inches) in some Eastern areas
800-1200 mm (31 to 47 inches) in low lying areas
1500 mm (59) inches in parts of the west
2000 mm (79 inches) or more in mountainous areas.
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Travel documents and Voucher |
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Flight tickets |
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Passport |
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Visa (check with your consulate) |
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GEAR
LIST |
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Waterproof rainwear |
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Waterproof hiking boots |
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Light walking shoes (you can carry in your backpack) |
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Spare layer of clothing |
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Hat or cap |
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Gaiters (gamaschen) optional |
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Thermos |
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Waterbottle and lunch box |
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Flashlight |
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Plastic map holder |
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First Aid Box and Blister Plasters |
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Hiking Pole/ Walking Stick (optional) |
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Day rucksack (backpack) |
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PERSONAL CLOTHING |
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Jacket or sweater for cool evenings |
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Comfortable T-Shirts/Shirts |
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Jeans |
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Shorts |
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Underwear and socks |
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Pyjama |
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Bag for dirty clothes |
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Light summer jacket |
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Warm jacket |
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Swimsuit |
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Bandana |
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Compass (if you know how to use one) |
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ADDITIONAL THINGS TO BRING |
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Personal Toiletries |
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Insect protection |
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Personal medications |
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Sore cream (for the emergency) |
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Sewing kit |
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Handkerchiefs |
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Adapter for electric appliances |
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Camera and enough extra films |
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Belt pack |
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Address book and pen (for pictures postcards!) |
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Sun glasses with strap |
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Sun tan lotion and lip balm |
Cell phone rental is available and can be
pre-booked through
www.rentaphone-ireland.com
If you are travelling from the USA you may
wish to check out unlocking your cell phone to use and Irish SIM card. Check out
www.unlockitfree.com or
www.bilemo.com/unlock
Your B&B hosts
are responsible for transferring your luggage to the next accommodation. It
should be there by 4.00 pm or before you finish your walk. Please appreciate
that B&B’s are often busy with preparing their premises for new guests and
transferring luggage is not a usual function. This service is only provided for
walkers. Occasionally your luggage will not be there before you arrive but it
does always arrive. In some places you will have a voucher for a taxi company
who will be transferring the luggage, as it is not a service the B&B provides.
It is recommended to use the luggage transfer service- taking your pack with you
increases the difficulty considerably!
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Accommodation: Lodgings are in guesthouses with private showers/bathroom.
Meals: We serve a full Irish breakfast each morning. Picnic lunch (on walking days only), with 7 evening dinners.
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Tack:
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Horses:
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Pace:
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Moderate hikes with some steep inclines. We recommend a walking stick.
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Level:
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(2
to
2
out of 5) Moderate
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Riders:
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Min
4 riders
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Max
14 riders
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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
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| British |
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| Australian |
Yes |
| 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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Dingle Way - Escorted Walking Tour
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