West Cork, Beara Way (8 Day)
8 days/7 nights
Highlights of your Walking Tour In Ireland:
This is a one centre independent walking tour on the Beara Peninsula which is a rural gem. You are based in the fishing town of Castletownbere which is one of the country’s premier fishing ports. The town has a selection of pubs and restaurants and for the culturally minded there is an Art Trail around the numerous galleries and studios in the area. The walks on the peninsula are very varied with magnificient views of the rugged Beara Peninsula and the Kenmare and Bantry Bays. Choice of 2 island walks and the others are along the Beara Way.
- Fishing port of Castletown Berehaven more commonly known as Castletownbere - with its lively pubs and craft shops
- Boat trip to and walk on Bere Island
- Numerous archaeological remains
- A trip on Ireland's only cable car to Dursey Island followed by a walk on the island. The car will accommodate six persons or one person and one cow!
- Hungry Hill (subject of Daphne de Maurier novel)
Accommodation
Accommodation is based on a twin sharing basis in Irish Tourist Board approved guesthouse with en-suite accommodation. Limited number of single room available at a supplement of €189
Getting to your self guided walking tour:
By public bus transport from Cork Bus Station to Castletownbere using www.buseireann.ie
A private minibus by Harringtons (Tel: +353 27 74003) operates daily from Mulligans Bar, Parnell Place, Cork. Departing Cork at 18:00hours and returning in the mornings from Castletownbere at 08:00am.