Ring of Kerry Hiking & Trekking Tours
Explore a wide diversity of tours through Ring Of Kerry. We have 12 adventures that vary from 5 days to 11 days. With the greatest number of departures in May, this is also the most popular time of the year.
10 best Ring of Kerry hikes
Compiled by
MelissaRing of Kerry travel expert at TourRadar
- The Kerry Way - Self Guided 5 Days
- Kerry Way, 8-day Self-guided walking
- Walking the Kerry Way and Killarney National Park
- 8-day comfortable self-hike on the Kerry Way 8 Days
- 5-day self-guided hike on the Kerry Way 5 Days
- 8-day individual hike on the Kerry Way 8 Days
- 11-day individual hiking Tour on the Kerry Way 11 Days
- Wild & Wonderful Western Ireland - Land Only
- Kerry Way 6 Days 6 Days
- Kerry Way 10 Days
The 'Serious' rated hiking adventure blends 18-22km daily walks with cultural experiences, leading through Ring of Kerry's diverse landscapes from parks to river valleys.
Duration 5 days Destinations Killarney, Glenbeigh Age Range Ages 20+ Distance 37 mi Operator Hilltoptreks From
- US$741
Duration 8 days Destinations Glenbeigh, Cahersiveen, Waterville, Caherdaniel, Sneem, Kenmare, Killarney Age Range Ages 16+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 64 mi Operator Tailor-Made Tours From
- US$1,042
Ancient trading routes weave past Iron Age forts and fishing villages. The paths blend coastal and mountain terrain, showcasing dramatic shifts from Atlantic cliffs to inland valleys.
Duration 8 days Destinations Killarney, Kenmare, Sneem, Caherdaniel, Waterville, Cahersiveen, Glenbeigh Age Range Ages 12+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 82 mi Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
- US$2,030
Walk the historic Kerry Way from Killarney to Kenmare, passing through Esknamucky Glen with great views of Muckross Lake and the three Killarney Lakes. You'll hike the Old Kenmare Road to reach Torc Waterfall, then head up through the Black Valley to the Gap of Dunloe summit for panoramic views.
Duration 8 days Destinations Killarney, Kenmare, Sneem Age Range Ages 16+ Physical Rating Easy Distance 40 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$1,538
Daily walks cover 21 kilometers through terrain that's about 37% paved paths and 63% trails, taking you past Upper Lake and ancient oak forests around Killarney. The route includes challenging climbs totaling 821 meters as you cross mountain passes between Black Valley and Glencar, then a 760-meter descent into Glenbeigh.
Duration 5 days Destinations Killarney, Glenbeigh Age Range Ages 16+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 18 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$683
This 8-day walk takes you from Killarney through the Black Valley and peaceful Glencar, climbing to coastal Glenbeigh with Atlantic views. Trek to Cahersiveen's legendary landscapes, then walk the maritime route through Waterville and Caherdaniel's ancient stone sites before continuing through Sneem to Kenmare.
Duration 8 days Destinations Killarney, Glenbeigh, Cahersiveen, Waterville, Caherdaniel, Sneem, Kenmare Age Range Ages 16+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 82 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$1,190
Day three takes you into McGillycuddy's Reeks foothills with 2,690 feet of ascent, trekking past Carrauntoohil along the Caragh River to Glencar. Day ten covers 16 miles from Kenmare to Killarney via Galway's River and the Lower Lake, while day eight includes 72% trails from Caherdaniel to Sneem through Kerry's Dark Sky Reserve.
Duration 11 days Destinations Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Glenbeigh, Cahersiveen, Waterville, Caherdaniel, Sneem, Kenmare Age Range Ages 16+ Physical Rating Moderate Distance 84 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$1,608
Scenic trails range from moderate to challenging along coastal paths and mountain routes. The historic Kerry Way butter road presents options from gentle 7-mile loops to demanding 9-mile treks with 1,000+ feet elevation gain.
No departure dates availableDuration 8 days Destinations Kenmare Age Range Ages 18+ Operator HF Holidays 
Trek through Foilmore Valley under Knocknadobar mountain with 640m of daily climbing, then tackle 850m elevation through pine forests between Cahersiveen and Waterville on Ballinskelligs Bay. Rocky paths wind through sheep country along Eagle Hill's foothills before reaching colorful Sneem village after 6-9 hour days on this moderate 6-day walk.
Duration 6 days Destinations Glenbeigh, Cahersiveen, Dingle, Waterville, Valentia Island, Ballinskelligs, Caherdaniel, Sneem, Ring of Kerry Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Physical Rating Moderate Distance 98 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$930
Day 6 brings 850m of ascent from Cahersiveen through peat bogs and pine forests to Waterville, then Day 9 includes a 700m climb through Dromore Castle estate to Kenmare. The longest stretch covers 34 km along the Old Butter Roads, crossing Eagle Hill's foothills with views of Valentia Island and the western Iveragh Peninsula.
Duration 10 days Destinations Killarney, Glenbeigh, Cahersiveen, Waterville, Caherdaniel, Sneem, Kenmare Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Distance 69 mi Operator ASI Reisen From
- US$1,384
