I’ve been to Ireland several times, including County Cork twice. I’m hoping to return to Co Cork in August/Sept of 2026 to visit family and explore more of the very west/southwest. Likely a week-ish in the area, including 2 nights in Cork City. I’ve stayed several nights in Kinsale and have driven the route from Kinsale through Skibbereen through Bantry up to Kenmare (N71 beautiful drive) but I’d like to explore areas to the west of that route in greater detail. Have also driven the Ring of Kerry and the Dingle Peninsula but not the Mizen, Sheep’s (is that driveable?), or Beara Peninsulae.
Timing is flexible as is itinerary, but this region spoke to me in the times I’ve been there and would like to get to know it better.
Very early in our planning but the above info is where we’re starting. Thoughts? Suggestions?
As always, many thanks. Mike