Private Luxury Tour, Full Ring of Kerry, 7 Guests Max
Description
This is a full day private journey along the Ring of Kerry, designed for travellers who want to experience Ireland’s most famous coastal route in comfort and without the rush of group tours. Travelling from Cork, it is a longer day, but in a private luxury vehicle the journey becomes part of the experience. Along the way you will enjoy changing landscapes, comfort stops and a relaxed pace that allows you to take in the scenery properly. The route includes coastal views, mountain passes, lakes and traditional villages, with regular stops for photos, short walks and time to enjoy the surroundings. With private pickup from your accommodation, there is no fixed schedule, no waiting and no crowds. Just a smooth, flexible day focused on comfort, scenery and making the most of your time in Ireland.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pickup from your Cork City accommodation before beginning the journey towards County Kerry.
Stop in Killarney National Park to explore the grounds of Muckross House, gardens, and nearby lake views.
Short stop in this colourful village for a walk, photos, or a coffee break.
Coastal stop with views over the Atlantic and time to walk along the promenade or take photos.
Visit one of Ireland’s most westerly points with scenic coastal views and photo opportunities.
Pass through this traditional Kerry town, known for the Puck Fair festival.
Return journey to Cork City with drop-off at your accommodation.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup will be from your Hotel reception In Cork City
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(3)
Our Tour of the Ring of Kerry and our drive from Cork to Galway with Derek were the two highlights of our entire Ireland experience, and worth every penny! Derek made us feel totally engaged throughout both excursions. His vehicle is completely comfortable, and his shared experiences of living in Ireland were both heartfelt and educational to us. We had time to ourselves, and well-timed breaks. If we return to Ireland we will definitely be seeking out Derek for another wonderful adventure in this beautiful land!
Reading your words truly means more to me than I can put into a quick reply. Thank you so much for taking the time to share this. It was an absolute pleasure spending those days with you, from the beauty of the Ring of Kerry to the journey across to Galway. Knowing that those moments stood out as highlights of your time in Ireland genuinely makes me proud of what I do. I always hope that guests leave not just having seen the landscapes, but having felt a real connection to the place, and I am so glad that came across for you. I am especially grateful for your kind words about the experience along the way. Sharing stories of life here, finding the right balance between guiding and giving you space, and making sure you are comfortable throughout all matter deeply to me, so it is wonderful to hear that it made a difference. Ireland will always be here to welcome you back, and I would be absolutely delighted to meet you again and show you even more of this beautiful country whenever that day comes. Thank you again for your trust, your company, and this incredibly thoughtful review. It truly means the world. Warm regards, Derek
Fantastic Tour! Derek is so passionate and knowledgeable about Ireland and his enthusiasm is contagious. The Ring of Kerry is absolutely stunning. We had an amazing day. Derek is so kind and professional and just easy to be around. We loved our tour and highly recommend!!
Thank you so much for your kind words—it truly means a lot! I’m delighted to hear you had such an amazing day exploring the Ring of Kerry. It’s a very special part of Ireland, and I feel lucky to share it with great people like yourselves. Your enthusiasm and warmth made the day just as enjoyable for me. I really appreciate the recommendation, and I’m so glad you felt comfortable and well looked after throughout the tour. If you ever find yourselves back in Ireland, I’d be thrilled to welcome you again for another adventure! Warm regards, Derek
My wife and I booked this tour with the hope that we would experience the sights, sounds and peoples associated with the Ring of Kerry in a way that would bring this beautiful corner of Ireland to life in a personal way. Thanks to our guide Derek, our hopes were far exceeded. As expected for a private tour of this type, Derek comported himself with the highest level of professionalism and organizational excellence throughout the day. His attention to detail and customer focus are superb. He is an excellent communicator, giving us what can best be described a master class in the art of professional guiding, sharing his passion for and love of Ireland and the lands of Kerry through which we traveled. His knowledge of the history, towns and people along the way was excellent, but where he was most in his element were those moments where he connected us to individuals whenever possible, some of whom he personally knew, others that he was pleased to meet for the very first time. He shared with us his view that one can only truly know a place by interacting with its people. He also brought us to many unexpected and beautiful sights along the way which lay hidden off the well traveled paths, and was generous & patient in the time he spent answering our many questions. Finally, Derek’s use of music and lyrics to both complement our visual experience and to communicate some of the depth & breadth of the Irish experience was poignant and powerful. He’s clearly been gifted with a poet’s heart. We simply loved this tour and give it, along with Derek, our very highest recommendation.
Dear James, From the bottom of my heart, thank you. Your words truly moved me not only because they were beautifully written, but because they captured something I care deeply about: creating meaningful connections, sharing the magic of Ireland, and helping people experience the Ring of Kerry in a way that touches the soul. Reading your review felt like receiving a rare and precious gift. You didn’t just describe a tour, you described a shared journey, one where stories, people, music, and landscapes came together to create something unforgettable. That is exactly what I hope for every time I step into the role of guide. To know that my efforts resonated with you and your wife on such a deep level means more than I can say. Your recognition of the small details, the hidden places, the conversations and especially the people is incredibly meaningful. I’ve always believed that to truly know a place, you must feel its heartbeat through its people. I'm grateful you allowed me to show you that side of Kerry. Your kind words about my use of music and lyrics especially touched me. I’ve always felt that Ireland is best understood not just through what you see, but through what you feel — in the poetry of its songs, the stories of its people, and the silence of its hidden places. Thank you for embracing the journey so openly. Your words will stay with me for a very long time. With heartfelt gratitude, Derek
