Tour overview

This 8-day walking holiday is self-guided: there is no leader, and you walk at your own pace with a navigation app while your luggage is moved between B&Bs. You stay seven nights in friendly family-run B&Bs with a full Irish breakfast every morning, and short transfers take you to the start of some walks.

From Killarney you are driven to Glenbeigh to follow the northern shore of the Iveragh Peninsula to Cahersiveen, then cross the hills to Waterville and walk above the coast to Caherdaniel, with views out to the Skellig Islands.

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Old butter roads lead to Sneem and on to the town of Kenmare, and the final day crosses Esknamucky Glen and Killarney National Park to Muckross House and its gardens before returning to Killarney.

The physical rating is medium, with days of about 13 to 21 km. This holiday suits independent walkers who want the Kerry Way without carrying their bags.

Trip highlights

  • Glenbeigh to Cahersiveen (Day 2)
  • Coastal views to the Skelligs (Day 4)
  • The old butter road to Sneem (Day 5)
  • Kenmare (Day 6)
  • Killarney National Park and Muckross House (Day 7)

Your route

7 stops from Killarney to Kenmare

8-day route: Killarney – Glenbeigh – Cahersiveen – Waterville – Caherdaniel – Sneem – Kenmare – Killarney
  1. Killarney Days 1 & 7–8
  2. Glenbeigh Day 2
  3. Cahersiveen Day 2
  4. Waterville Day 3
  5. Caherdaniel Day 4
  6. Sneem Day 5
  7. Kenmare Day 6

Why choose this tour

Walk at your own pace, with luggage moved. Departures almost every day.

Best suited to

  • Independent walkers
  • Couples and friends
  • Nature lovers
  • Travellers who want flexible dates
A cottage on the coast path at Waterville

Day-by-day itinerary

8 days from Killarney, Ireland to Killarney, Ireland

  1. Day 1 · Killarney Killarney

    Arrive in Killarney.

    Hotel
    B&B
  2. Day 2 · Glenbeigh, Cahersiveen Cahersiveen

    The northern shore.

    Hotel
    B&B
    Meals
    Breakfast
  3. Day 3 · Cahersiveen, Waterville Waterville

    Over the hills.

    Hotel
    B&B
    Meals
    Breakfast
  4. Day 4 · Waterville, Caherdaniel Caherdaniel

    Coastal views.

    Hotel
    B&B
    Meals
    Breakfast
  5. Day 5 · Caherdaniel, Sneem Sneem

    The old butter road.

    Hotel
    B&B
    Meals
    Breakfast
  6. Day 6 · Sneem, Kenmare Kenmare

    To Kenmare.

    Hotel
    B&B
    Meals
    Breakfast
  7. Day 7 · Killarney National Park, Muckross House, Killarney Killarney

    Through the national park.

    Hotel
    B&B
    Meals
    Breakfast
  8. Day 8 · Killarney Killarney

    The holiday ends.

    Meals
    Breakfast
Cliffs and coastline in County Kerry

Where you stay

  • Killarney (1 night) B&B
  • Cahersiveen (1 night) B&B
  • Waterville (1 night) B&B
  • Caherdaniel (1 night) B&B
  • Sneem (1 night) B&B
  • Kenmare (1 night) B&B
  • Killarney (1 night) B&B

Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.

What's included

Included

  • Accommodation 7 nights in B&Bs
  • Meals 7 breakfasts
  • Luggage transfers between B&Bs
  • Transfers to the start of walks on three days
  • Navigation app with route notes

Not included

  • Flights and arrival transfers
  • Meals not included 6 lunches and 7 dinners
  • Lunches and dinners
  • A guide or leader
  • Travel insurance and personal spending
A colourful street in Kenmare

This trip might not be for you if…

Honest disclaimer — please read

  • You want a guide or group
  • You dislike map and app navigation
  • You want hotels rather than B&Bs
  • You want flights included — they are not

Good to know

Meals by day Breakfast: Days 2–8 · Lunch: none included · Dinner: none included
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Colourful buildings in Sneem

In pictures

Departures & prices

From £1,183 per person, twin share, tour only. 201 upcoming departures.

Frequently asked questions

How do I book this tour?

Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.

What financial protection do I get?

Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.

Do I need a passport for Ireland?

UK citizens do not need a visa for Ireland; carry a passport or photo ID for travel.

Is there a guide?

No. This is a self-guided holiday with a navigation app and route notes.

How far do I walk each day?

Roughly 13 to 21 km, on paths, tracks and quiet lanes.

Which meals are included?

A full breakfast every morning.

When can I start?

Departures run almost every day through the walking season.

Can you tailor the trip?

Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.

What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?

If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.

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Tailor-made option

Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.

If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.

Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary

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