Tour Deluxe Bike Tour - The Kerry Peninsulas

Guide

6 days of cycling with a lead guide plus an assistant guide/support driver

Accommodation

6 nights Deluxe accommodation in hand-picked boutique hotels and family-run luxury guesthouses.

Others

Regular luggage transfers Entrance and admission fees as stated in the itinerary, including a whiskey tasting

Meals

Meals as stated in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner) Ride snacks and drinks

Transport

All transportation throughout the trip starting and finishing in Limerick, and including a support vehicle during bike rides

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Optional

Hybird or Road Bike Rental available for €250 per bike for the week. E-bike rental is subject to availability for €450 per bike for the week. Please contact us for more info. Single Supplements of €500 are available on a limited basis. Please enquire to check availability.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

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Day 1 Day 1: Explore Kenmare
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Explore Kenmare

After meeting your guide in Limerick, we head south into the enchanting landscapes of Kerry, home to thatched cottages, rolling emerald hills, and the sparkling Kenmare Bay as it stretches out to the Atlantic. After your custom bike fitting, we’ll hop on the bikes for a warm up ride through the charming and brightly-painted village of Kenmare, one of Ireland’s foodie hubs, on to the surrounding hills and wooded country lanes, and ending with a fun downhill finale. (L,D)

Bike details: 23km/ 14 miles | Ascent: 293m/ 691 ft
Day 2 Day 2: Coast To Coast On The Beara Peninsula
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Coast To Coast On The Beara Peninsula

Experience all the best parts of the Beara Peninsula on today’s route. The quietest and least-known peninsula in Kerry, Beara is a cycling haven. From the Beara Peninsula’s rugged northern coast to its southern side, we’ll climb the classic Healy Pass. Enjoy stunning views first over Bantry Bay and then over Kenmare Bay, where we finish the day’s tour of one of the most spectacular yet least-known coastal cycling routes in Ireland. (B,L)

Bike details: 66km/ 41 miles | Ascent: 744m/ 2,440 ft
Day 3 Day 3: Macgillycuddy’S Reeks Mountains
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Macgillycuddy’S Reeks Mountains

Leaving Kenmare behind, we’re off to our next peninsula, the Iveragh Peninsula (also home to the Ring of Kerry). Pedalling into the fantastically-named MacGillcuddy’s Reeks, we’ll explore Ireland’s highest mountain range. Looping around the giant mountain Carrantuohill, Ireland’s highest peak, we’ll follow Oisin’s Way, named for a poet and warrior in Irish mythology. In the afternoon, we’ll sweep into Killarney National Park, heading along the glittering shores of Lake Leane with views over the mountains and wooded shores sheltering Killarney’s iconic Ross Castle. (B,L)

Bike details: 68km/ 42 miles | Ascent: 504m/ 1,653 ft
Day 4 Day 4: Killarney National Park & The Gap Of Dunloe
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Killarney National Park & The Gap Of Dunloe

Today we’re in for a treat: this classic Kerry ride will take us through Moll’s Gap, where we’ll be rewarded with panoramic views over the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, the mountains we conquered yesterday. Then, we’ll pedal through the rocky pass of the famous Gap of Dunloe and its quaint Wishing Bridge. Drink in spectacular views of the Lakes of Killarney and Killarney National Park, keeping an eye out for the iconic horse and carts locally known as jarveys. Don’t forget to make a wish! (B,L)

Bike details: 60km/ 37 miles | Ascent: 647m/ 2,122 ft
Day 5 Day 5: The Dingle Peninsula
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: The Dingle Peninsula

Off to our final headland, the Dingle Peninsula. After mastering the classic climbs along the Ring of Kerry, we’ll say good bye to the Iveragh Peninsula’s peaks and enjoy Dingle’s gentle coastal roads. Stroll along the white sands of Inch Beach and tap your foot to the sounds of Dingle’s celebrated traditional Irish music. A visit to Ireland wouldn’t be complete without a wee bit of whiskey. Get ready to clink your glasses together and expand our palates with a whiskey tasting in an iconic Dingle pub. (B,L)

Bike details: 27km/ 17 miles | Ascent: 528m/ 1,732 ft
Day 6 Day 6: Cycling The Dingle Peninsula
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Cycling The Dingle Peninsula

Slea Head is about as far west as we can go - the next stop west is North America. On our bikes, we’ll loop around this stunning headland, where we’ll be rewarded with fantastic views of the Blasket Islands, not to mention a number of ancient monastic beehive huts and stone oratories. We’ll explore Slea Head’s hidden coves, picturesque beaches and rocky shores on the quieter side of the Dingle Peninsula. In the evening, we’ll celebrate the end of our trip in vibrant Dingle town with a splendid feast and some craic agus ceol (fun and music)! (B,L,D)

Bike details: 50km/ 30 miles | Ascent: 332m/ 1,089 ft
Day 7 Day 7: Onwards To Limerick & Depart
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Onwards To Limerick & Depart

After a leisurely morning, we start making our way north to Limerick. We’ll take time to appreciate the region with stops along the way - perhaps at a quiet and picturesque beach or maybe we’ll have time to discover some of Kerry and Limerick’s cultural heritage, such as a visit to a historic monastery or medieval site. (B)

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Deluxe Bike Tour - The Kerry Peninsulas

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Itinerary of your trip Deluxe Bike Tour - The Kerry Peninsulas

Day 1: Explore Kenmare

Day 2: Coast To Coast On The Beara Peninsula

Day 3: Macgillycuddy’S Reeks Mountains

Day 4: Killarney National Park & The Gap Of Dunloe

Day 5: The Dingle Peninsula

Day 6: Cycling The Dingle Peninsula

Day 7: Onwards To Limerick & Depart

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