On The Trail

We are introducing self guided walking trips in Ireland this year. Each of our self guided walking trips are designed to take you on a journey to explore Ireland’s amazing scenery and fantastic history – all at your own pace, with your own private group.

Self guided walking trips are ideal for anyone who wants to escape to rural Ireland without the hassle of researching, planning or reserving. With your own group, choose the trip that suits you best to hike at your own pace through Ireland’s beautiful and varied landscapes. Whether this means making plenty of photo stops, adding on extra mileage or challenging yourself to the summit, self guided trips allow you to enjoy your trip plenty of flexibility.

From the lush woodlands and valleys of Wicklow to the rugged peaks of Kerry, escape to the wilds of Ireland to explore the beautiful backcountry without the feeling that you’re holding anyone else up.

Our Self Guided Walking Holidays

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Self Guided – The Dingle Way

17 reviews

Walk the best of the Dingle Way along miles-long sandy beaches, quiet country roads and oceanside trails
Spend a night in Dingle town - world-renowned for its music-filled pubs and great atmosphere
All accommodation, luggage transfers, maps, route notes and Day 1 transfer are included

Region: South West – Cork & Kerry

Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights

Grading: Blue Grade 6 (Moderate to Challenging) ? What does this mean?
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Carbon Footprint: 94kg ? What does this mean?
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Self Guided – The Wicklow Way

18 reviews

Trek 70 km on the Wicklow Way through glacial valleys, heather-clad mountain sides and green forest paths.
All accommodation, luggage transfers, maps, route notes and transfers to Dublin are included.
Spend your final night at a deluxe eco-lodge and enjoy the geothermal spa.

Region: East – Dublin & Wicklow

Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

Grading: Blue Grade 4 (Moderate to Challenging) ? What does this mean?
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Carbon Footprint: 65kg ? What does this mean?
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Every client receives a feedback survey when they return from their guided, self guided or tailor made holiday with us. Once completed the review is published on our website just as soon as our database updates. The little touches and details are important to us and where issues are raised we make positive changes to our trips to improve your experience.

That’s why we read each of our client’s reviews and although we don’t respond to all of them, if it’s glowing feedback then we get the satisfaction of helping to make your holidays truly memorable.

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George Hymas

Self Guided Walking - The Wicklow Way

Age: 80 - 90
Country: United States
Trip Date: 05/10/2023
Trips Taken: 1

The Bottom Line

The Bottom Line

I would happily do it again, I really enjoyed myself even through the difficult weather day. At 80 years old I still enjoy traveling on foot and the Wicklow Way gave me the opportunity to continue my hiking with fellow travelers. I would urge caution when using sections off trail, the roads are very narrow in some areas and vehicles sometimes do not expect pedestrians to be on the roads. I had several close calls with lorries. If you are considering an Ireland vacation contact Wilderness Ireland, you won't be disappointed.

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Donna Cassese

Self Guided Walking - The Dingle Way

Age: 70 - 80
Country: United States
Trip Date: 02/09/2023
Trips Taken: 1