Hiking Ireland with Adventures in Good Company
The Emerald Isle is known for its varied and delightful hiking, and on this trip, we aim to sample the best. We’ll experience the diverse geography of the island as we hike parts of the Wicklow, Kerry, and Burren Ways, visit Killarney National Park and the Cliffs of Moher, and hike in the mountains and along clifftops. We’ll also listen to Irish music and sample Irish cuisine, learn about Irish history, and experience the hospitality for which Ireland is known.
The challenge of Killarney National Park
This trip is designed for active women in good physical condition who want to experience Ireland on foot. Previous hiking experience is desirable but not required; more essential is having the required level of fitness. This trip is rated a 3, which means typically hiking about 6 hours a day, although there is one longer day of hiking. Hikes are typically from point to point, so there are limited options to shorten hikes. Preparation for this trip will require aerobic conditioning at least 4 times a week with some preparatory hiking on weekends.
This is primarily a hiking trip and our focus is on experiencing some of the classic trails of Ireland. There will also be some visiting of historic sites and learning about Irish culture and history from our Irish guide, who is a wealth of information about all things Ireland.
Maximum group size: 14
Highlights
- Hiking the Wicklow Way and seeing the ruins of the former monastery
- Exploring the Gap of Dunloe and the Muckross Estate in Killarney National Park
- Hiking to and along the Cliffs of Moher
- Learning about the complex and unique geology of the Burren
- Listening to Irish music and enjoying Irish food
