Unspoilt Ring of Kerry Self-Guided Cycling

The tour is 8 days long with 6 days of cycling.

The tour is classified as self-Guided with an average daily distance of 45km (28 miles). The suggested cycling mainly follows quiet tarmac roads and lanes. Vehicle Support: This self-guided trip is for those who prefer to cycle independently but with some assistance to take out the stress of the logistics and planning. Your accommodations will be arranged for you, map & route notes provided and bags will be transported from one hotel to the next. A representative will be there to meet you, make sure the bikes are all set up and will be on call throughout the trip should you need.

It is important that you are happy reading maps and following route notes. They were made to be as accurate as possible and are regularly checked. Where possible you’ll be on cycle tracks and quiet roads to make the journeys as pleasant as possible, however, on occasion busier routes will have to be used.
 
As this is a self-guided holiday there is no group and no leader. There may be others on the same departure date as you, but you will not be organized together. The route notes contain a 24-hour emergency assistance telephone number should you need it and in emergencies, the local representative is normally able to dispatch a taxi or pick you up themselves. They may wish to charge for this service.

Yes. It is a condition of joining this holiday that you must be fully insured against medical and personal accident risks (to include repatriation costs and air ambulance or helicopter rescue services where appropriate). On arrival in destination for your trip, you will be asked to present details to your leader or local representative of your policy.

Self-guided cycling holidays are a perfect option for families as they offer the freedom for you to take your holiday at your own pace. You can stop when you want and need, at the cafes and restaurants that suit your family and the sites that interest you. The suggested minimum age for this trip is 12yrs as they will be able to ride the bikes available and complete the route. However a local supplier is able to offer child seats for children aged 2-4yrs (max. weight 22 kg, hills will be tricky). These are all subject to availability, and therefore it’s best that you enquire about these on booking.

As a guide, it is suggested that 12yrs is the minimum age for this trip, but as it is self-guided and you will be leading your own family, ultimately this decision is up to you. The daily distances are all published in the trip notes along with a description of each days cycling so you have a good idea of what to expect. However, if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us. The principle idea is that these holidays can be as flexible as you like, with logistical support but no group or leader to dictate the daily activities. Please bear in mind the weather when choosing to book, temperatures can be high in the middle of summer and the child seats provided do not have any shade.