Self Guided Walking Holidays Tours & Trips in Southern Ireland

This 11-day self-guided trek takes you through Southern Ireland's coast, starting in Glengarriff where you can visit Garnish Island's gardens. Hike about 18 miles along the Caha Mountains foothills, check out Bere Island's Ardnakinna lighthouse and Martello tower, and pass ancient stone circles near Ardgroom. The route covers mostly unpaved paths with 765 feet of climbing.

Walk 22km of self-guided trails from Annascaul—birthplace of Antarctic explorer Tom Crean—through farmland to 16th-century Minard Castle before heading into Dingle town. Follow old pilgrimage routes along Ventry Beach to Dunquin, then trek through remote Brandon mountain foothills to Cloghane with 774m elevation gain over the route.

This 10-day self-guided trek covers 215km through Southern Ireland, following ancient paths and coastal routes. You'll walk through Killarney National Park's Victorian estates, cross sheep-dotted passes at Lough Acoose, and see Dromore Castle's forest estate. The Old Butter Roads connect various 19th-century market towns along the way, and each night you'll stay at family-run guesthouses with private bathrooms.

Walk the rugged Sheep's Head Peninsula along the Wild Atlantic Way over 7 days, following secluded coastal paths from Bantry through Glanlough, Kilcrohane, and Durrus. Trek cliff edges with views of Bantry Bay, pass through quiet fishing villages, and use detailed digital route descriptions with GPS navigation. Stay in comfortable private-bathroom accommodations with Irish breakfasts and 24-hour support.

Walk from Tralee through countryside to Camp, then continue along quiet back roads to Annascaul, home of Antarctic explorer Tom Crean. You'll stay in selected accommodations with private bathrooms and breakfast included, with daily luggage transfers so you can hike light through Dingle and Cloghane before heading back via Maghnabo.