Day 2: Muckross, Killarney National Park and the Wonderful World of Whiskey and Music (5.5 miles)
A gentle walk through Killarney National Park allows you to experience the stunning lake and mountain scenery as well as the historical aspect of the Park, with a visit of 19th century Muckross House, the Gardens, the Traditional Farms- where guests walk back in time to a working 1930’s farm – and 15th century Muckross Abbey. In the evening you will be taken by jaunting car to a traditional Irish pub for a celebration of two ancient Irish traditions – Whiskey and Music!

Day 3: Ross Castle, Ross Island and Killarney Town (4 miles)
Your morning walk takes you for a visit of 15th century Ross Castle, majestically set on the shores of the Killarney Lakes. Afterwards we follow the old mining and historical trail along Ross Island, with spectacular views over the lakes and Innisfallen Island. The afternoon and evening are free for guests to make the most of Killarney town for sightseeing, or a boat trip, shopping, and the many pubs and restaurants of this famous town.

Day 4: Glenbeigh and the magnificent Atlantic Ocean (5 miles)
Transfer along the famous Ring of Kerry route to Glenbeigh. Your morning’s walk will take you along magnificent Rossbeigh beach . The afternoon offers a variety of options: horseriding along the beach (suitable for beginners – Euro 15 additional cost), the challenge of an old fashioned hedge maze and an option to play grazy golf, a swim on Rossbeigh Beach or a guided walk up Ross-Behy Hill (250m).
Return in time for a visit of a small modern Irish farm, including the daily cow milking.

Continue along the Ring of Kerry route to Cahersiveen for dinner and overnight in your family run guesthouse.

Day 5: On the Quest for Holy Water and Celtic Gold! (4 miles)
Today’s programme is certainly one with a difference! In the morning, you will be joined by a water diviner, who will show you the ancient art of water divining and take you to an old Irish Holy Well and ancient Irish sites to practice your newly acquired skills. After a picnic lunch, will you then have the luck of the Irish? We take you to a riverbank where you can prospect for Irish Gold – gold and fortune not guaranteed, but great fun and a prospectors certificate are!!
After dinner in your guesthouse, we invite you to a magical night walk – walk in the stillness of late evening to a prehistoric Ring Fort. To those legends of celtic battles and lost loves, we add one final extraordinary note – an Irish harp. Your walk will be recompensed with the magical sounds of an Irish harpist waiting for you in the stillness of the Ring Fort (weather permitting). Simply unforgettable.

Day 6: Art and Music (5 miles)
A short peaceful countryside walk this morning will take you to a wonderful art studio where you can admire and learn about the ancient art of bog sculputures – sculpting wood which is 5000 years old. This is also a textile art studio where the most amazing felt and lace designs are created. After your picnic lunch, transfer to Cahersiveen Town and one of its many pubs – for a Bohdran session! Learn to play the ancient Irish drum - the Bohdran - in a friendly and informal session with our Master Bohdran player. After dinner in your guesthouse, back to the pub where we invite you to meet the locals, join in (or just clap along) to a traditional set dancing session – and maybe practice beating those bohdrans!

Day 7: Valentia Island (The Treasure Island) (6.5 miles)
Today you have the option of a guided walk or a self guided cycle around Valentia Island. A short ferry ride will take you to this small island, rich in wild and marine life, standing stones, sub-tropical flora and which was also the location for the first transantlantic cable. Walk or cycle to Glanleam gardens, then onto Fort Point with its star shaped fort and standing stone and spectacular views over Beginish Island. Cyclists may opt to cycle all around the island (approx. 25 km/16 miles) and discover the many standing and ogham stones dotted all around the island.
Farewell Dinner: your final dinner will be in an excellent restaurant in Caherciveen, where seafood and modern Irish cuisine await you.

Day 8: Departure.
After your final breakfast in your guesthouse you may opt for a complimentary transfer to either Shannon or Kerry Airport (see transfer times below)


Shannon airport transfers
Shannon Airport to accommodation at 11:00AM and 4:00PM on Saturdays from the information point in the arrivals hall. Return transfer arrives at Shannon airport at 11:00AM on Saturdays.
Kerry airport to accommodation, between 8:00AM and 5:00PM Hrs. Return transfer arrives at Kerry airport between 8:00AM and 5:00PM Hrs on Saturdays.
Clients who cannot make these transfer times should make their own way to the accommodation. Arrangements can be made for taxi transfers, at the client’s own expense.