Dingle Highlights
6 walks | 1 optional E-bike tour through ◆Dingle Way◆ in Ireland, B&B accommodation and luggage transfer | Difficulty: ▲▲△△△
Dingle Highlights
6 routes | | 8 days
Dingle Highlights
▸ Includes 7 nights in hotels and apartments on a bed & breakfast basis.
▸ OPTION A: 6 hiking routes
▸ OPTION B: 4 hiking routes + 1 E-bike route.
breakfast included
luggage transfers included
stages of 17~21 km per day
from 1 May to 30 September
total distance: 109.6 km
E-bike distance: 40.1 km
total ascent: 2342 m
total descent: 2394 m
Personalised app 
Offline GPS navigation
Key information
ROUTES | ACCOMMODATION:
arrival in County Kerry (Kerry Airport)
Dingle ▸ Minard Castle
Dingle ▸ Coumeenoole
Dingle ▸ Ballyferriter ▸ Coumeenoole ▸ Dingle
Ballydavid ▸ Coumeenoole
Annascaul ▸ An Clochán
Mount Brandon ▸ An Clochán
Camp ▸ Tralee
departure or extension
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
This programme is right for you if you are in good physical shape and have no health problems, if you love nature, respect the environment and hike regularly.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ITINERARY
DAY 1
Arrival in County Kerry
After flying into Dublin, Ryanair connects you twice a day with Kerry Airport (a half-hour flight)
Transfer to Dingle. Briefing call to explain all the details of each stage.
+ Base Dingle Hotel (…or similar – Dingle)
DAY 2
Route 1: Dingle ▸ Minard Castle
You will leave the cheerful harbour town behind on a path that crosses the River Garfinny, climbing gently over hillsides and rocky fields that skirt the local hills, with stunning views over Dingle Bay and the surrounding valleys.
The path leads you towards the coast across farmland and cattle pastures, reaching the ruins of old Minard Castle, a 16th-century fortress built by the Fitzgerald clan that was badly damaged and blown up by Cromwell’s forces in 1650.
The castle rises dramatically from a rocky outcrop overlooking Kilmurry Bay and a rugged beach covered in round, smooth boulders, unique in appearance.
16.9 km ↗ 251 m ↘ 262 m
+ Base Dingle Hotel (…or similar – Dingle)
DAY 3
Route 2: Dingle ▸ Coumeenoole
The second route takes you west along the Milltown River. You will head across open fields until you reach Ventry, home to a beautiful 2.5 km beach next to the harbour of the same name.
Now the trail becomes more demanding, winding through knee-high scrub. You will climb the slopes of Mount Eagle, discovering ancient beehive-shaped huts from the early Christian period (Beehive Huts or Clocháns).
The path offers breathtaking views of the open sea, with cliffs and islets off the coast. Coumeenoole Beach itself is a spectacular sandy cove set far below the cliffs, with pounding waves.
20.3 km ↗ 364 m ↘ 355 m
+ Base Dingle Hotel (…or similar – Dingle)
DAY 3 (Optional, instead of 2 x Day 3 and Day 4 )
E-Bike Tour: Dingle ▸ Ballyferriter ▸ Coumeenoole ▸ Dingle
As an option, you can choose an exciting E-bike tour around the western part of the Dingle Peninsula, replacing the hiking routes of days 3 and 4.
You pedal towards Ballyferriter along small back roads and country lanes with hardly any traffic. Small, solitary villages follow one another along the sea, and your route then heads south towards Coumeenoole.
Now you cycle towards Ventry, enjoying the beautiful scenery all around you. A little later you return to Dingle, where a refreshing pint of Guinness awaits you in one of the area’s lively pubs.
◉◉◯◯◯ 40.1 km ↗ 413 m ↘ 413 m
+ Base Dingle Hotel (…or similar – Dingle)
DAY 4
Route 3: Ballydavid ▸ Coumeenoole
If you prefer walking to cycling, this route completes the itinerary you would have covered by bike the day before. A short transfer takes you to Ballydavid Bay, where today’s route begins
The path follows the west coast, offering fresh perspectives over green landscapes, cliff-lined shores and small islets stretching out into the open sea
The route ends at Coumeenoole, the same point you reached from the south the day before. An ideal spot with spectacular sunsets.
17.1 km ↗ 210 m ↘ 200 m
+ Base Dingle Hotel (or similar – Dingle)
DAY 5
Route 4: Annascaul ▸ An Clochán
Today’s route takes you through the central massif, crossing the peninsula from south to north. A short transfer takes you to Annascaul, where the trail heads into woodland and past beautiful lakes.
After a gentle climb, the path begins its descent towards the sea, opening up spectacular views of the northern coastline.
On reaching An Clochán, you will find a picturesque village of cheerful, colourful houses set along the bay.
17.9 km ↗ 466 m ↘ 482 m
+ The Cé Hideout (or similar – An Clochán)
DAY 6
Route 5: Mount Brandon ▸ An Clochán
Today’s trail crosses the slopes of legendary Mount Brandon, a demanding route that reveals the wildest side of the Dingle Peninsula.
Along the way you will come across ancient inscriptions on standing stones, some more than 3,500 years old. The wild peat bogs are part of a landscape where you can still see the traces of traditional turf cutting.
The descent towards Cloghane follows an uneven gravel track. It is important to follow the white arrows and keep clear of the cliff that drops steeply into the sea. You will first reach Brandon Pier before finishing in the quiet village of An Clochán.
18 km ↗ 745 m ↘ 735 m
+ The Cé Hideout (or similar – An Clochán)
DAY 7
Route 6: Camp ▸ Tralee
Today’s route is the final stage of the Dingle Way. After a short transfer to Camp, the trail continues along a leafy path dotted with the remains of old churches and convents.
The path gradually opens up to wider views over the whole bay and crosses large stretches of peat bog and cattle enclosures.
After passing the old mill, now a museum, the route heads towards Tralee alongside the canal. Tralee is a lively town with a somewhat cosmopolitan feel and is the administrative centre of the whole region.
19.4 km ↗ 306 m ↘ 360 m
+ Tralee Townhouse B&B (or similar – Tralee)
DAY 8
Departure or extension
Make your own way to Kerry Airport to depart for Dublin and continue your journey, or extend your stay and take time to discover the hidden corners of Tralee and enjoy its unique atmosphere.
The 6 must-do routes
1 optional E-bike tour instead of 2 walking routes (days 3 and 4)
luggage transfers from hotel to hotel
transfers included (taxi)
Waymarked trails and GPX files
One-week trip
in 3 small, charming places to stay:
- Base Dingle Hotel (Dingle)
- The Cé Hideout (An Clochán)
- Tralee Townhouse B&B (Tralee)
1 optional E-bike route
40 km around the west of the Dingle Peninsula, along back roads with hardly any traffic
charming accommodation
small, very charming Bed & Breakfasts, lodges and hotels in strategic locations, with breakfast included
4 or 6 hiking routes
Choose between 4 hiking routes and 1 E-bike route, or 6 hiking routes of 17 to 20 km each
DINGLE WAY IRELAND
The Dingle Peninsula is one of the most spectacular corners of Ireland. Based in Dingle and An Clochán, two charming villages, you will discover the most authentic nature far from the main tourist routes: rugged Atlantic coastlines, golden sandy beaches, intensely green meadows and heather in bloom.
An experience as genuine as a pint of Guinness
From these two villages you can choose between the 6 hiking routes or 4 routes plus an E-bike tour on offer and explore the peninsula on an E-bike tour that carries you effortlessly through its most impressive landscapes. You will settle into its relaxed pace and enjoy the famous Irish hospitality. As evening falls, the traditional pubs are the perfect place to round off the day with a hearty meal, a freshly pulled Guinness and live music that gets everyone going.
Highlights:
Dingle Town, a cheerful, genuinely Irish harbour atmosphere
6 walking itineraries through the most spectacular areas
1 E-bike route along the dramatic western coastline
Golden sandy beaches | Rugged Atlantic coastlines | Ancient early Christian monasteries
Dingle Way: the perfect trail along the quietest stretch of the Atlantic coast.
On the Dingle Way, the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation and Irish spirit awaits you: an unforgettable hiking experience in one of the most beautiful corners of Ireland.
Considered one of the most beautiful long-distance trails in the country, the Dingle Way captivates with its unique mix of wild nature, fascinating history and heartfelt hospitality. Along its roughly 180 kilometres you will walk through picture-postcard landscapes: green meadows, heather in bloom and steep cliffs, with your gaze drifting again and again to the deep blue of the Atlantic.
One of the most impressive sections crosses the golden dunes of Inch Beach, one of the longest sandy beaches in Ireland. Besides its natural beauty, the trail is dotted with traces of the past: prehistoric stone circles, enigmatic ogham-inscribed stones and ruins from the earliest days of Christianity.
In the picturesque villages of the peninsula you will immerse yourself in vibrant Gaelic culture, savour an ice-cold Guinness and feel the energy of live folk music in the traditional pubs. A highlight of the route is the Conor Pass, the highest mountain pass in Ireland, offering an unrivalled panorama of the whole peninsula. In short, the Dingle Way is an adventure full of nature, history and genuine Irish warmth.
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The Dingle Peninsula and its historic trail
Although the Dingle Way is relatively young as a waymarked trail, the paths it follows hold thousands of years of history. The route was opened in the mid-1980s as part of Ireland’s network of National Waymarked Trails, with the aim of showcasing one of the country’s most distinctive regions on foot. Its circular course, about 180 kilometres long and starting and finishing in Tralee, makes use of old tracks, shepherds’ paths, disused country roads and even stretches of abandoned railway line, so walking it is, in a way, following in the footsteps of those who lived on the peninsula for centuries.
A trail steeped in history
Human presence on Dingle dates back to prehistory. The first settlers left behind stone circles, standing stones and megalithic tombs that still rise among the fields today. From the Iron Age come fortifications such as Dún Beag, a promontory fort perched above the cliffs, and the mysterious ogham stones, carved with Ireland’s oldest alphabet, which usually marked graves or property boundaries. The peninsula has one of the largest concentrations of these inscriptions in the whole country.
Irish Christianity
With the arrival of Christianity, Dingle became a land of monks and pilgrims. In the Fahan area there are numerous clocháns, beehive-shaped stone huts built without mortar, and near Ballydavid stands Gallarus Oratory, a small stone church shaped like an upturned boat that has withstood centuries of Atlantic winds. Not far away, the Romanesque church of Kilmalkedar is a reminder of the region’s religious importance in the Middle Ages. Many pilgrims headed for Mount Brandon, dedicated to Saint Brendan the Navigator, along the ancient Cosán na Naomh, the Saints’ Road.
Dark times
More turbulent history also left its mark. Minard Castle, built in the 16th century by the Knights of Kerry, was damaged by Cromwell’s troops in the mid-17th century. In 1580, at Dún an Óir on Smerwick Harbour, a force of Spanish and Italian soldiers sent to support an Irish rebellion was massacred by the English army after surrendering, an episode still remembered in the area.
The 19th and 20th centuries brought profound change. The Great Famine hit the peninsula hard and triggered large-scale emigration. In 1891 the narrow-gauge railway between Tralee and Dingle opened; its viaducts can still be seen from the trail, and it ran until the middle of the last century. In 1953 the Blasket Islands were evacuated, their inhabitants leaving behind an extraordinary literary legacy in the Irish language. Annascaul, for its part, is proud to be the birthplace of Antarctic explorer Tom Crean.
More than a trail
Today, much of the peninsula lies within the Gaeltacht, where Irish is still spoken in daily life. Walking the Dingle Way therefore means crossing an open-air museum where landscape, faith, language and memory are intertwined at every step.
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Frequently asked questions about the Dingle Way
¿Qué diferencia hay entre la Opción A y la Opción B?
En la Opción A haces 6 rutas de senderismo. En la Opción B haces 5 rutas a pie y sustituyes un día por un tour en E-bike de 40,1 km por el oeste de la península (Dingle – Ballyferriter – Coumeenoole – Dingle). Este tour recorre en bicicleta la zona que en la Opción A cubren a pie las rutas a Coumeenoole y desde Ballydavid. Puedes indicar tu preferencia al reservar.
¿El alquiler de la E-bike está incluido en el precio?
No. La E-bike es opcional y cuesta 49 € por día. La ruta discurre por carreteras secundarias y caminos vecinales con muy poco tráfico, y la asistencia eléctrica la hace accesible aunque no seas ciclista habitual.
¿Cuánto cuesta el programa y qué suplementos hay?
Si la reserva se hace con una antelación de 90 días, el precio es de 1.111 € por persona en habitación doble o twin, compartida por dos personas. La habitación individual tiene un suplemento de 285 €. Si viajas solo, la tarifa *Solo Traveller* es de 1.621 €. Los precios son válidos hasta el 31 de octubre de 2027. En julio y agosto, que es temporada alta en Dingle, el precio puede ser superior.
¿Hay descuento por reservar con antelación?
Sí. Si reservas con al menos 90 días de antelación obtienes un 6 % de descuento. Este descuento no se aplica a fechas de temporada alta (del 1 de julio al 31 de agosto).
¿En qué fechas puedo hacer el tour?
Puedes empezar cualquier día entre el 1 de mayo y el 30 de septiembre, porque no hay salidas fijas. El tour no se puede reservar entre octubre y abril.
¿Dónde me alojaré?
Pasarás 7 noches con desayuno incluido en tres alojamientos con encanto, o en otros similares según disponibilidad. Las cuatro primeras noches son en el Base Dingle Hotel, en Dingle. Después pasarás dos noches en The Cé Hideout, en An Clochán (Cloghane), y la última noche en el Tralee Townhouse B&B, en Tralee. También puedes añadir noches extra antes, durante o después del programa.
¿Cómo llego al inicio del tour?
Lo habitual es volar a Dublín y enlazar con el aeropuerto de Kerry. Ryanair tiene dos vuelos diarios, de unos 30 minutos, y Aer Lingus también opera la conexión. Los vuelos no están incluidos. El traslado desde el aeropuerto hasta Dingle el primer día corre por tu cuenta, igual que el regreso desde Tralee al aeropuerto el último día.
¿Qué incluye el paquete y qué no?
El paquete incluye 7 noches con desayuno y el traslado de equipaje entre alojamientos, con una maleta de máximo 20 kg por persona. También incluye los traslados en taxi a los puntos de inicio de las rutas (Ballydavid, Annascaul y Camp), una sesión informativa opcional por videoconferencia el día de llegada, acceso a la app de Natour con navegación GPS offline y asistencia 24 horas. No incluye los vuelos, el alquiler de la E-bike, los almuerzos ni las cenas
¿Qué nivel de dificultad tiene este programa?
Es de dificultad moderada, nivel 2 sobre 5. Las etapas tienen entre 17 y 21 km, con unos 110 km en total y 2.342 m de desnivel positivo acumulado. La etapa más exigente es la del Monte Brandon, el día 6, con unos 745 m de subida y un descenso por camino de grava irregular. Se recomienda tener buena forma física, experiencia en senderismo y usar bastones.
¿Cómo se reserva y cuál es la política de cancelación?
Para reservar se paga un anticipo de 150 € por persona, y el resto se abona 30 días antes de la llegada. La confirmación llega en menos de 24 horas. Las condiciones de cancelación son estas:
- Hasta 30 días antes: reembolso del 100 %, salvo el anticipo.
- Entre 29 y 7 días antes: reembolso del 50 % o cambio de fecha gratuito.
- Entre 6 y 3 días antes: reembolso del 25 %, sin cambio de fecha.
- En las últimas 48 horas: sin reembolso.
If you have any further questions not covered here, take a look at our general FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS section or get in touch with our team. We have extensive knowledge of the Dingle Peninsula and its many possibilities for self-guided hiking.
Dingle Way: 5 o 6 rutas por la Peninsula Irlandesa │ 8 días
Dingle Way en Irlanda: 5 o 6 rutas y un E-bike tour opcional, 8 noches de hotel con desayuno y traslado de equipajes.
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Pictures from the stages
Day 1
Arrival in County Kerry
After flying into Dublin, Ryanair connects you twice a day with Kerry Airport (a half-hour flight)
Day 2
Route 1: Dingle ▸ Minard Castle
You will leave the cheerful harbour town behind on a path that crosses the River Garfinny, climbing gently over hillsides and rocky fields that skirt the local hills, with stunning views over Dingle Bay and the surrounding valleys.
16.9 km ↗ 251 m ↘ 262 m
Day 3
Route 2: Dingle ▸ Coumeenoole
The second route takes you west along the Milltown River. You will head across open fields until you reach Ventry, home to a beautiful 2.5 km beach next to the harbour of the same name.
20.3 km ↗ 364 m ↘ 355 m
DAY 3 (Optional, instead of 2 x Day 3 and Day 4 )
E-Bike Tour: Dingle ▸ Ballyferriter ▸ Coumeenoole ▸ Dingle
As an option, you can choose an exciting E-bike tour around the western part of the Dingle Peninsula, replacing the hiking routes of days 3 and 4.
◉◉◯◯◯ 40.1 km ↗ 413 m ↘ 413 m
Day 4
Route 3: Ballydavid ▸ Coumeenoole
If you prefer walking to cycling, this route completes the itinerary you would have covered by bike the day before. A short transfer takes you to Ballydavid Bay, where today's route begins
17.1 km ↗ 210 m ↘ 200 m
Day 5
Route 4: Annascaul ▸ An Clochán
Today's route takes you through the central massif, crossing the peninsula from south to north. A short transfer takes you to Annascaul, where the trail heads into woodland and past beautiful lakes.
17.9 km ↗ 466 m ↘ 482 m
Day 6
Route 5: Mount Brandon ▸ An Clochán
Today's trail crosses the slopes of legendary Mount Brandon, a demanding route that reveals the wildest side of the Dingle Peninsula.
18 km ↗ 745 m ↘ 735 m
Day 7
Route 6: Camp ▸ Tralee
Today's route is the final stage of the Dingle Way. After a short transfer to Camp, the trail continues along a leafy path dotted with the remains of old churches and convents.
19.4 km ↗ 306 m ↘ 360 m
Day 8
Departure or extension
Make your own way to Kerry Airport to depart for Dublin and continue your journey, or extend your stay and take time to discover the hidden corners of Tralee and enjoy its unique atmosphere.
TOUR LOCATION
Explore the best of the Dingle Peninsula, on foot or by e-bike. Discover its hidden secrets.
Extra nights
You can also book extra nights before, during or after your hiking programme, or an additional week to relax.
Difficulty level
To complete the routes of the Dingle Way successfully, you need a suitable level of fitness. Depending on the time of year, the weather can be very rainy. You should therefore always carry waterproof clothing, a windbreaker and suitable warm clothing that can be layered on and off as needed. Hiking poles are highly recommended.
Trails
The Dingle Way is a network of trails belonging to the Kerry Way and is perfectly waymarked.
We recommend
Suitable hiking clothing and sturdy footwear. During the routes, you should carry food and enough to drink, as well as sun protection, a cap and a light windbreaker, and in the winter months bring warm clothing.
Luggage transfers
We take care of transferring your luggage from one accommodation to the next, so during the routes you only need to carry a daypack with the essentials. For the whole trip, it is best to bring a single suitcase weighing no more than 20 kg.
Between May and September, you can book for any date!
FLY TO DUBLIN
...AND HOP OVER TO KERRY
Other options to consider
Ryanair and Aer Lingus are two truly Irish airlines that connect you with Dublin and Kerry. However, at certain times of the year other airlines offer flights to Dublin, from where you can catch your connecting flight to Kerry 😉
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Book early!! ...and get a 6% discount on bookings made at least 90 days in advance.
(NOT bookable between October and April)
PRICES, valid until 31 October 2027
1182 € ▸ 1111 € per person | double/twin room (2 people)
| Single room supplement
(...and for a 3rd person in a single room): + 285 €
OPTIONAL
1 rental E-bike per day: 49 €
Solo Traveller (1 traveller only): 1725 € ▸ 1621 €
High Tourist Season doesn't just mean expensive flights and limited availability at accommodation: prices also rise considerably. For this reason, we cannot offer early booking discounts at this time of year, and the price of the whole package may be higher than shown. On the Dingle Peninsula, the high tourist season starts on 1 July and ends on 31 August
Bookings: Make a deposit of 150 € (per person) now to secure your booking and pay the balance 30 days before your arrival date. We will confirm your booking within 24 hours. In the unlikely event that the accommodation is not available, we will refund the amount paid or suggest alternative dates.
What does this package include?
Accommodation - 7 nights in different, strategically chosen places to stay, on a bed & breakfast basis
Information - personalised briefing by video call (if desired) on your arrival day
Access to our App - with descriptions and GPS navigation for each stage, with tracking on your mobile device
Luggage transfers - we take care of moving your luggage from one accommodation to the next.
24-hour support - we stay in constant contact throughout your stay to resolve any questions or problems
What is NOT included?
Cancellation Policy
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