British Isles
Walk Highlights
T
he mystical Ring of Kerry, with its emerald hills Kenmare Estuary, Beara Way, Kerry
and clear blue waters, provides us with an insight
Way, Dingle Bay
into the ancient heritage of Ireland.
Staigue Fort, Ogham Stone,
stone circles
Meeting in the town of Killarney, we discover a land of Horse & Cart ride, Muckross
forests and lakes, of Franciscan abbeys and Druidic stone
House, sheep-shearing
circles. We visit the Torc waterfalls and examine Celtic
writings on an ancient Ogham stone, before sampling the
• Arrival: Killarney Rail Station
famous Irish ‘craic’ in a traditional lakeside inn.
Dromhall, Lansdowne Arms, Butler Departure: Killarney Rail Station
Arms,Carrig Country House
• May 31-June 6, June 21-27, August 30-
A highlight of our trip is meeting a local farmer on the
Soft turf, narrow lanes and tracks,
September 5, September 27-October 3
hills above Caragh Lake who explains the traditional
modest hills. 8-12 miles walking
• 7 days, 6 nights
methods for cutting turf. per day. • US$ 3,895 (US$ 495 Single Supplement)
T
he Scots’ pride in their land’s spectacular beauty, Walk Highlights
Celtic traditions and historic battles are evident Photography
throughout our Walk in this stunning countryside.
Pristine landscape, Loch Lomond
Oban, Mull, Kerrera
On Highland trails we encounter a pristine landscape of
magnificent lakes, heathered moors, mountains and
The Clans, Braveheart, Rob Roy,
woods scattered with fields rich in flowers, birds and
Bonnie Prince Charlie
wildlife. Remote islands beckon with lush scenery and
picture-perfect ports.
Here rose legendary Scottish heroes - Braveheart, Rob Roy
• Arrival: Glasgow
and Bonnie Prince Charlie. Ancient Druids built
The Cairnbaan, Manor House,
Departure: Glasgow
mysterious stone circles, and contentious clans gathered
The Lodge at Loch Lomond
• June 21-27, September 13-19
within medieval castles before doing battle. We visit
Coastal trails, some invigorating
• 7 days, 6 nights
hauntingly beautiful Gylen Castle and take the ferry to
hills, well-surfaced tracks. 7-10 • US$ 3,895
the Isles of Mull and Kerrera.
miles walking per day. (US$ 495 Single Supplement)
I
n the wilds of Snowdonia National Park we experience Walk Highlights
the primitive beauty of a mystical land where a Saltmarsh lamb, organic produce
singular language and culture still thrive. The passion
of Welsh poetry and music is inspired by wondrous Welsh harp playing
landscapes where mountains sweep down to green valleys
and white sand beaches. Kings real and imagined did battle Snowdonia National Park
here; saints, poets and bards sang its praises.
A center of gastronomy, Wales offers organic produce,
succulent lamb, artisan cheeses and fish fresh from the
• Arrival: Chester Rail Station
seas. Penmaenuchaf Hall,
Departure: Bangor Rail Station
Maes-y-Neuadd
• August 16-21
Walk highlights include listening to the sweet music of a
Drovers’ paths and shores of
• 6 days, 5 nights
Welsh harpist and watching a farmer and his dog herd
estuaries, woodland trails, modest • US$ 3,695
sheep.
hills. 8-10 miles walking per day. (US$ 450 Single Supplement)
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