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Unspoilt Ring of Kerry Self-Guided Cycling
Duration
8 days
Site savings
$32
From
$1,525 USD
Cycle a quiet mix of inland and coastal routes close to the famous Ring of Kerry. Revel on this scenic ride around Ireland's Iveragh Peninsula or more popularly known as the Ring of Kerry. Its circular route allows you to glimpse coastal landscapes, national parks, historic castles and many other fascinating sites. Discover the 'real' Ireland, away from the crowds in unspoiled, beautiful scenery. This tour runs from/to Killarney.
- CategoryFor Beginners
- TypeSelf-Guided
- Duration8 days
- Culture LevelFamiliar
- Skill Level2 - Novice
- Activity Level2 - Moderate
- Elevation2 - Moderate
- TerrainHilly
- Distance154.1 miles
- Avg. Daily Distance25.5 miles
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Quick Stats
- Duration8 days
- Main DestinationIreland
- Distance154.1 miles
- Avg. Daily Distance25.5 miles
- Elevation2 - Moderate
- TerrainHilly
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Itinerary Details
- Day 1Arrive in Killarney
Check into your B&B and then explore the town, choosing from one of its many restaurants for dinner or enjoying some live music.
- Abbey Lodge, Killarney
- Day 2Killarney National Park
A short warm-up ride through the stunning Killarney National Park follows a series of cycle trails where you'll see the meeting of the waters where two of the 'Three Lakes of Killarney' converge. Marvel at Torc Waterfall, the second highest in Ireland, visit Muckross House and its magnificent gardens while looking out for the famous red deer.
- 13 miles
- Abbey Lodge, Killarney
- Breakfast
- Day 3Killarney to Glenbeigh
Leaving Killarney behind, follow the Fossa Way cycle route before heading on small country roads. Slowly climb up to the pretty Lough Acoose located below the peak of Carrauntuohill and considered as Ireland's highest mountain. Descending, you'll cycle along the shores of Lough Caragh and on to charming Glenbeigh with its blue flag beach. If you have time, pedal down to Rossbeigh Strand and dip your toes in the Atlantic.
- 32.9 miles
- Towers Hotel, Glenbeigh
- Breakfast
- Day 4Glenbeigh to Cahersiveen
You'll follow the route of the coast today, cycle past small farms all the way to the beautiful and peaceful shores of Kells Bay. Heading along a scenic narrow road fringed by large green meadows and peaks in the distance, a circular loop at the end takes you past Ballycarbery Castle, a wonderful seaside view and two early Christian stone forts. You'll arrive in the lively town of Cahersiveen, the birthplace of Daniel O'Connell, the Irish political leader (1775-1847).
- 23.6 miles
- San Antoine Hotel, Cahersiveen
- Breakfast
- Day 5 Cahersiveen to Sneem
Today’s route takes you on coastal roads to your next destination of Sneem, passing through the quaint little town of Waterville on your way, the home away from home for Charlie Chaplin and his family throughout the 60’s.
Leaving Waterville you take on the climb of Coomaskista, to be awarded with stunning coastal vistas at the viewing point on the summit of the climb before skirting the Derrynane coastline and beaches on your final push to Sneem. There is an option to visit Derrynane House, the ancestral home of Daniel O’Connell, one of Irelands most important historical figures.
- 24.9 miles
- Coomassig View, Sneem
- Breakfast
- Day 6Sneem to Kenmare
Departing Sneem, the routes heads back inland on rolling country roads, surrounded by Emerald Green farmland and dense ancient hedges with dry-stone walls. Your day will finish in the vibrant heritage town of Kenmare, well-renowned for its cuisine and live music.
- 26.1 miles
- Rockcrest House, Kenmare
- Breakfast
- Day 7Kenmare to Killarney
As final bike rides go, they don't get much better than this. You'll cycle to Moll's Gap - a panoramic spot that reaches a summit of 860 feet - and continue to the Black Valley. This is one of the last remaining areas of Ireland that is still remote and untouched. It has rich fertile meadows and a roaring river which makes you feel like it's a land that time forgot. From here you'll climb to one of the most beautiful places in Ireland, the Gap of Dunloe, which was created during the Ice Age. Cycling along this glaciated valley, you'll meander around the many glacial lakes dotted throughout and marvel at the sheer jagged rock faces towering above you. You'll head back into Killarney through the National Park, passing the 15th century Ross Castle, before returning to your B&B for your last night (and perhaps a final Guinness).
- 33.6 miles
- Abbey Lodge, Killarney
- Breakfast
- Day 8Leave Killarney