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YOUR TAILOR-MADE TRIP

SOUTHERN HIKE & DRIVE

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Mon Aug 05, 2019 - Wed Aug 14, 2019

IRELAND Walk Hike Bike Ltd. Contact in Ireland & 24 Hour Emergency Number: +353 (0) 87-250 2434 IRELAND WALK HIKE BIKE

For 25 years Ireland Walk Hike Bike (IWHB) has been welcoming guests to Ireland. The realisation of a dream for company founder Linda Woods who sought to show people the “real Ireland” rather than the traditional tourism template! These ideals continue today, showing you Ireland the way we believe it should be seen: slowly, intimately and knowledgeably. Our terrific office personnel and great guides all share the same philosophy – “to take people into those hidden parts of Ireland that few know about and give people a real “taste and flavour” of Ireland the way we know and love it”.

With today’s fast pace of life & the lack of “downtime”, we at IWHB take great pride in the trust our guests show in us to create great experiences for you. All of us in IWHB are committed to ensuring our fascination for Ireland, its’ history, culture, diversity & humour, is part of your holiday. Ireland enjoys a relaxing pace of life; beautiful and varied scenery, with the sea never far from sight & a great selection of music at night. While in Ireland, we ask you to PLEASE take your time as you discover small sections of Ireland, for if you rush, the charm of the country and the people will pass you by. The best made plans will always change in Ireland, and your adaptability to enjoy chance encounters with friendly locals, incredible characters and the odd charismatic sheep is what will make your holiday a truly memorable experience!! ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Day Travel / Activities 1 Arrive in Dublin

2 Glendalough

3 Dublin to Cork, via

4 Discover National Park

5 Ring of Kerry

6 Dingle Peninsula

7 Cliffs of Moher

8 Aran Islands

9 Galway

10 Departure IRELAND DRIVING TOUR

We are delighted to announce the launch of our brand-new self-drive holidays in Ireland for 2020. These tours are the perfect way to see plenty of Ireland in a short space of time on your vacation.

Whether you are looking for an adventure in each destination or just to relax and take in the sights and sounds, we have the perfect fly-drive tour for you. If you would like to include some additional activities, hikes, cycles or experiences we can advise on the best options availalbe to you and what day to do them!

We hope to see you in Ireland soon. DAY 1, ARRIVE IN DUBLIN

Welcome to Dublin! Transfer from the airport to your first nights’ accommodation in the city center. After checking in, set out to explore the steeped-in-history capital. Explore Dublin at your own pace or join a comprehensive walking tour to visit the highlights. Either way, you’ll want to find your way to St. James’ Gate brewery to visit The Guinness Factory because no trip to Dublin is complete without a visit to this must-see attraction.

You will be collecting your car tomorrow to start exploring the driving part of the adventure!!

Overnight: Dublin DAY 2, GLENDALOUGH

Today you will drive to the lovely village of Laragh. From here you will follow a lovely trail through forestry to reach Glendalough.

Here, you can enjoy time exploring the old monastic village that was once a hive of activity over 1,500 years ago. This is a beautifully tranquil place & offers a wonderful opportunity to explore more of the surrounding landscape while also taking the time to explore the historical remains that abound in this region. There are several marked hiking trails of varying lengths and difficulties to choose from within the valley. Enjoy a challenging hike to the viewing point overlooking the beautiful lakes in the valley or a gentle stroll along the lakeshore to soak up the flora and fauna in the valley.

Overnight: Laragh DAY 3, DUBLIN TO CORK, VIA ROCK OF CASHEL

This morning you drive south to Cork, Ireland’s “Second City.” Along the way, stop at the historic Rock of Cashel in County Tipperary to wander a spectacular group of medieval buildings set on a limestone outcrop, once home to the High Kings of Ireland. From there, you will continue your way to Cork, taking the rest of the afternoon to spend as you choose.

Overnight: Cork DAY 4, DISCOVER

After breakfast, drive across the mountainous terrain that separates Cork County and the Kingdom of Kerry, until you arrive in the town of Killarney. After settling into your hotel, switch gears and either lace up your hiking boots or rent a bike to explore the country’s oldest national park. Discover Killarney National Park’s iconic landscape as you set out to its three lakes, Lough Leane, , and Upper Lake. If you’re up for it, you can join a kayaking tour of Lough Leane, though there is the option to take a boat cruise. The park is home to a number of noteworthy historic buildings and monuments, including a 15th-century Franciscan friary known as Muckross Abbey and a structure that sits stoically on the eastern edge of Lough Leane. Consider staying in the park long enough to take in the sunset before finding a pub for your dinner..

Overnight Killarney DAY 5, RING OF KERRY

Considered one of the most beautiful destinations to explore in Ireland, today sees you discovering the real beauty of the world-famous Ring of Kerry. Take in sweeping views of the wild, rugged coastline, golden beaches, glistening lakes, picturesque villages, and spectacular mountain ranges. A nice walk along the Ring of Kerry is the Derrynane Mass Path Loop Walk, which is a moderate 6-mile (9 km) route around Derrynane National Park near Caherdaniel and takes about 3.5 hours to complete. Enjoy trekking through hillside woodland with sweeping views over Derrynane Blue Flag Beach and Derrynane House.

Overnight: Killarney DAY 6, DINGLE PENINSULA

Leaving your accommodation behind, drive west to explore the most westerly peninsula in Europe, Dingle Peninsula. Along the way, you will see Gallarus Oratory, ancient beehive huts, the Blasket Islands, and much more. Following your drive to Slea Head, you will spend the night in the coastal town of Dingle.

Overnight: Dingle DAY 7, CLIFFS OF MOHER

After breakfast you will leave the Kingdom of Kerry behind and travel north along the edge of Europe to the coastal village of Doolin. When visiting Doolin, one of the most talked about ‘must do’s’ is to visit the awe-inspiring Cliffs of Moher. These impressive cliffs form a protective barrier from the Wild Atlantic Way to the rich & fertile land at the southern end of the Burren Region. Standing proudly above the Ocean ther towering dominance is a spectacle that can best be apprciated on foot. There also the opportunity to take boat cruise close to the cliffs.

Overnight: Doolin DAY 8, ARAN ISLANDS

Today you jump from the mainland Ireland to one of its most renowned islands, Inis Mor, (meaning big island) for an overnight stay. It’s the largest of three islands that make up the Aran Islands. Once there, you either explore the island by foot, bicycle or a jaunting cart, in which you can experience the islands magnificent landscape of rocky fields, wild ocean views and incredible monuments of Christian, pre- Christian and Celtic mythological heritage.

Tomorrow you will return to the mainland after breakfast, collect your car and continue your journey.

Overnight: Inis Mor DAY 9, GALWAY

You depart Doolin traveling north towards Galway, the Bohemian Capital of Ireland. Along the way explore the remarkable moon-like terrain of the wild Burren and the Atlantic waves that roll into the jaws of Galway bay. Take the opportunity to soak in Galway’s vibrant streets, sample its wide variety of food offerings or take a tour exploring its unique historical places of interest.

Overnight: Galway DAY 10, DEPARTURE

Today you will travel back east to Dublin, where you will return your car rental to the airport and bid farewell to the Emerald Isle. WHAT'S INCLUDED BOOKING DETAILS

RESERVATIONS

Reservations to be made through our booking page at www.irelandwalkhikebike.com

CANCELLATIONS

Should you need to cancel, cancellation charges will be imposed. These are calculated from the day written notification is received by the company or our agent as a percentage of the total tour price, including surcharges as follows:

More than 56 days from start date: Deposit only

35 to 55 days from start date: 30%

15 to 34 days from start date: 50%

14 days to departure day: Nil Refund

ALL CANCELLATIONS MUST BE IN WRITING BY POST OR E-MAIL.

PAYMENT CONDITIONS

A deposit of €150.00 per person is required at the time of booking.

Balancing payments are then required no less that 8 weeks prior to the holiday start date. WHY BOOK WITH US TESTIMONIALS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Ireland Walk Hike Bike Ltd (“the Company”) formerly trading as South West Walks Ireland, accepts bookings subject to the following Terms & Conditions:

1. The contract is between the Company and the client, being any person travelling or intending to travel on a tour/ holiday operated by the company. The contract, including all matters arising from it, is subject to Irish law and the exclusive jurisdiction of the Irish courts.

A booking is accepted and becomes definite only from the date when the company sends a confirmation. It is at this point that a contract between the company and the client comes into existence. Before your booking is confirmed and comes into existence the company reserves the right to increase or decrease published prices. The company or their agents reserve the right to decline any booking at their discretion.

2. To secure a booking the Company or their agent requires a completed Booking Form and the necessary deposit. (Full payment if travel is within 30 days). The first named client must be over 18 years of age. Clients booking by telephone, by website/E-mail or fax will be deemed to have signed the Booking Form and read and accepted our Booking Conditions. The person signing, or being deemed to sign, the Booking Form warrants that he/she has full authority to do so on behalf of all persons whose names appear thereon, and confirms that all such persons are fully aware of and accept these Conditions. Please note that your deposit is non-refundable.

3. The balance of all monies due, including any surcharges applicable at the time, must be paid to the company or their agents not later than 56 days before departure. In the case of non-payment of the balance by the due date the Company reserves the right to cancel your booking and cancellation charges will apply. If any payment is dishonoured we reserve the right to charge €45 per person to cover administration costs.

4. Travel Insurance is mandatory for all clients whilst on a tour/ holiday organised by the Company. Clients are wholly responsible for arranging their own insurance. Clients are responsible for ensuring that they are in possession of private Travel insurance with protection for the full duration of the tour/ holiday in respect of at least medical expenses, injury, death, repatriation, cancellation and curtailment, with adequate cover.

We require proof that you have as a minimum, Personal Liability Insurance Cover at time of booking. This is for your own protection & very often forms part of your Household Insurance.

Our full terms and conditions can be found at www.irelandwalkhikebike.com/terms- conditions/