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Colene M

Seattle, Washington

4012

Reviewed 26 October 2018

Great walks - excellent support

Hillwalks arranged walks for us on both the Dingle Way and the Western Way in Connemara as part of a 5 week visit to Ireland. The folks at Hillwalks were very helpful in answering all questions and making a few special arrangements in the itineraries....More

Date of experience: September 2018

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Hi Colene M, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. We're delighted to hear that the two tours you did with us were your favorite times of your time in Ireland and that you were able to experience such...More

wclee2005

San Jose, California

1510

Reviewed 7 October 2018

They treat you and their partners right

I have a wonderful experience with Hillwalk. They set up my Dingle Way walk. They are responsive, communicative, and effective. The partners they worked with (B&Bs) also expressed their appreciations for Hillwalk, which was a good sign.More

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank wclee2005

Hi wclee2005, Thank you for taking the time to leave us your review. We're delighted that you had a wonderful experience on your tour with us! It was our pleasure to arrange everything for you and we hope we'll be able to help you again...More

lut1732

Nijlen, Belgium

1

Reviewed 4 October 2018 via mobile

Hadrian walk for our 40e weddinganniversary

What a fantastic experience! After 40 year visiting Great Brittain again, we did this year the Hadrian walk. Fantastic organisation of Hillwallktours, very nice nature, interesting history, super good b&b, the walk of our life. A great experience!More

Date of experience: September 2018

Thank lut1732

Hi lut1732, Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a review and congratulations again on your 40th wedding anniversary! It is wonderful to hear that you had "the walk of your life". We'd be delighted to book another tour for you...More

SandieFossen

Den Bosch, The Netherlands

5032

Reviewed 1 October 2018

Camino de Santiago

We have done our Beara Way tour in Ireland with Hillwalk Tours and were very satisfied with the great arrangements (B&B, luggage transfer services, route maps, etc) and hence, we decided to go with Hillwalk Tours for our Camino Frances trip in Spain. Once again,...More

Date of experience: September 2018

Thank SandieFossen

Dear SandieFossen, Thanks very much for taking the time to leave us your review. It's great to hear you had a great experience on both the Beara Way and the Camino Frances tours we organised for you, and we are looking forward to hopefully welcoming...More

Ken L

Colville, Washington

10744

Reviewed 21 September 2018

Organized my hike of the Great Glen Way in Scotland

Hillwalk Tours organized my hike of the Great Glen Way in Scotland. They did an excellent job. We started with the standard tour that they offer on any date, then modified it to match my ability and pace. We are 70 years old and wanted...More

Date of experience: August 2018

Thank Ken L

Dear Ken L, It was our pleasure to organise a waking tour for you and we are delighted that you enjoyed your trip and our services so much. It's great to hear that you never needed to contact us, but I assure you there is...More

Extraordinary815972

1

Reviewed 20 September 2018 via mobile

Dingle hike

Communication with Claire at Hillwalk was timely, thorough, professional yet friendly. B&Bs met expectations for all but 1, in Cloghane. Luggage transportation went smooth. Hiked Dingle moderate 7day with adult family. Beautiful! Well marked trail. Caveat, there is a lot of beach walking on this...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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Dear Extraordinary815972, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for your tour. I am delighted that you enjoyed your Dingle Way hiking holiday. I am sorry to hear that your B&B in Cloghane did not live up to your and our expectations...More

gsobotta

Detroit, Michigan

1

Reviewed 19 September 2018

We are already considering to our next hike

My wife and I hiked the 9-day moderate West of Ireland / Connemara along the Western Way. Hillwalk Tours delivered professional service throughout the booking. It was very organized, we were given a detailed route description, maps, and helpful tips each location. Each day we...More

Date of experience: August 2018

Thank gsobotta

Dear gsobotta, Thank you for leaving us such a glowing review! We're delighted to hear you had such a wonderful time in the west of Ireland on your tour with us and of course we would be delighted to help you again with your next...More

fvdberg3

Dronten, The Netherlands

1

Reviewed 17 September 2018

The West Highland Way

In december 2017 I set myself a challenge for 2018, to walk the West Highland Way together with my love. After having struggled for almost five years with a severe Achilles Tendon I didn't want to walk with a heavy bagpack so we dedcided to...More

Date of experience: August 2018

Thank fvdberg3

Dear fvdberg3, Thank you for leaving us a review and congratulations on your achievement! We are delighted to have been able to help you complete your challenge of walking along the West Highland Way with your love! It's really lovely to hear you had a...More

jaynills

Ann Arbor, United States

121

Reviewed 17 September 2018

Outstanding hike of the Dingle Way in Ireland

HillWalks did a fabulous job of choosing B&B's, luggage transfers and the hike was magnificent, including some beach walking, cliff walking overlooking the water with dramatic seascapes, walking through pastures in the hills and farmlands. There is no better way to see a country than...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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Dear Jamyni S, thank you for the happy, encouraging and positive review. We are delighted to hear that you had such a great time on the Dingle Way. Please let us know when you are ready for your next hiking holiday with us. Happy trails...More

Tinet R

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Reviewed 15 September 2018

Beara way, super holiday

A friend recommended us Hillwalk tours and what a good advice it was. We walked the Beara way; wonderful hikes with beautiful views and each evening another cosy bed and breakfast with welcoming hosts. We have become Hillwalktours and Ireland fans!!More

Date of experience: August 2018

Thank Tinet R

Hi Tinet R, Thank you for leaving us a review! We're delighted to hear you had such a wonderful time walking the Beara Way with us and we love having you as a fan! We're looking forward to hopefully welcoming you back for your next...More

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MariaHarris

What kind of shoes and clothing do you recommend for the easy hikes in late June to early July?

9 January 2019|

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Great question. We hiked in June in chilly, wet and dry hot weather. I chose to take both Keen Austin shoes with me, super light water proof low top shoes, and a pair of light Keen waterproof hiking boots. I used both... More

John Y

I want to do some hiking- 5-10 miles a day- stopping in small towns along the way. Many of the unguided hikes where they transport your luggage are much longer. The shorter options are guided and expensive. prefer easy-moderate. Does this company offer this type of hike?

7 April 2018|

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Hi John Y, Thank you for contacting us. We'd be delighted to help you with a hiking tour.! All of our tours are self-guided and we have tours starting from 4 days up to 12 days. Since you would hike to approx 5-10 miles... More