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An Irish Wish - 'The Kingdom' of County Kerry Walking Tour
August 10 - 17, 2009

Denise Johnson of Travel Broker Tours invites you to join her on a remarkable
8 day walking tour through County Kerry, traditionally known as "The Kingdom".

Renowned the world over for its beautiful scenery as well as Killarney National Park and lakes, sandy beaches, cliffs and rocky headlands, fishing, canoeing, horseback riding as well as some of the most magnificent walking terrain in Ireland.

Glenbeigh (in Gaelic: Gleann Beithe - Valley of the Birch Trees) is a beautiful vibrant village situated by the Atlantic Ocean, at the foot of the mountains of the Iveragh Peninsula, on the Ring of Kerry. The village of Glenbeigh has great pubs and restaurants where you will have the opportunity to hear traditional Irish music or even partake in some dancing!

Our program:

  • 7 nights Glenbeigh, Ireland

Our Itinerary:

Aug 10 - We'll gather together this evening for dinner with your group escort, Denise Johnson and other members of your group. Your welcome dinner is followed by a briefing with our walking guide.

Aug11 - A gentle walk on road, bog road & beach which will allow us to experience a variety of habitats, as well as to view peat cuttings. We’ll end the day with a visit to Ireland’s only Bog Village museum, where we will learn how people lived in days gone past. (Distance: 7.5 miles)  

Aug 12 - Today we will walk from the town of Glenbeigh and ascend gradually to circle Seefin Mountain and stroll downwards into the lush valley of the
 Caragh River in Glencar. (Distance: 8 miles - Ascent: 1,150 ft.)

Aug 13 - Our walk today will take us on an early Christian route & medieval coaching road with views across Dingle Bay and maybe even time for a swim in the Atlantic Ocean. (Distance: 10.5 miles - Ascent: 1,000 ft.)

Aug 14 - It’s a day of rest for our small group.  Enjoy a day tour to Dingle Peninsula or visit Skelligs Rocks or maybe do some Irish fishing, golfing, horse back riding or simply relax and soak up the scenery.

Aug 15 - Today there is a choice of routes through the dramatic, ice-carved Black Valley, followed by a walk up and through the internationally known Gap of Dunloe. Route 1 - Bridia Valley to Gap of Dunloe (Distance: 10 miles - Ascent: 1,300 ft.) Route 2 - Derrycunnihy to Gap of Dunloe (Distance: 6.6 miles Ascent: 660 ft.)

Aug 16 - The final leg of our journey takes us to Killarney National Park.  We’ll hike through ancient oak woods, along the Old Kenmare Road, with a descent beside the spectacular Torc Cascade and into the gardens of 19th century Muckross House, with its welcoming tea shop. We will also have the option to journey onward to Muckross Friary, built in the 15th century. (Distance: 6.5 miles - Ascent: 1,100 ft.) or optional trek (Distance: 7.5 miles).

Aug 17 - Today will be our last day together on the Emerald Isle. Our journey has come to an end, we depart for home.

Accommodations:

The Kerry Ocean Lodge offers us the convenience of a single accommodation base, located in Glenbeigh, a beautiful vibrant village situated by the Atlantic Ocean. All of the lodges 20 rooms come with a television, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and private bathroom.

Relax and enjoy afternoon tea or a game of chess at the Kerry Ocean Lodge.
An Irish Wish
"May the road rise up to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
And the rain fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand"

Pricing:

$2,459.00 (CAD)

• Early Booking Bonus of $100.00
  (Will be deducted from final payment if booked by May 15th, 2009)
• Price is LAND ONLY (See Inclusions & Exclusions below)
• Price per person sharing twin/double accommodation
• Non - Refundable deposit required upon booking ($750.00 CAD)

Includes:

  • Fully escorted by Denise Johnson of Travel Broker Tours
  • 7 Nights at Kerry Ocean Lodge with private bathroom
  • 18 Meals (7 Full Irish Breakfasts, 5 Packed Lunches, 6 Dinners)
  • Non - Alcoholic Beverages (Coffee, Tea, Milk, Juice, Water and Milk)
  • 5 Guided moderate walks (7 to 11 miles with gradual ascents to approx. 1300ft.)
  • Experienced local walking guides
  • Transfers to/from each guided walk
  • Notes and maps by Sean O'Suilleabhainn
  • All Taxes

Excludes:

  • International Airfare (Denise Johnson of Travel Broker Tours would be happy to assist you in arranging flights from your home to join us!)
  • Transfers to Kerry Ocean Lodge
  • 6 Meals (1 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners)
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Alcoholic and Bar Beverages (Soft Drinks)
  • Items of a personal nature and souvenirs

For more information about this tour please contact Denise Johnson at:

Travel Broker Tours
A division of The Travel Broker & Cruise Centre
1758 Bath Road Kingston, ON Canada
Telephone: 613-389-7914 or 1-800-387-7678
Email: denise@thetravelbroker.ca
Web: www.thetravelbroker.ca