Ring of Kerry and Skellig Ring Private Tour
Description
The famous Ring of Kerry is considered one of Ireland’s most beautiful scenic drives and we will be visiting historical sights, magnificent vistas, quaint little villages and many off the beaten path places on our tour. Wild Atlantic Tours specialise in providing award winning guided tours of Kerry and South West Ireland. We are a family run business based in Killarney, County Kerry. Our mission is to ‘ensure that each & every one of our guests really enjoy their time spent with Wild Atlantic Tours & that they leave having experienced our culture, visited our hidden gems and chatted with the people of our beautiful country.’ Paudie was born and raised in South Kerry and enjoys sharing the beautiful places where he grew up with his guests.
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Itinerary
A stop at the shore of the beautiful Lough Leane in the outskirts of Killarney.
Cahergall Stone Fort was built around 600AD. With walls approx 6 m high and some 3 m thick this dry stone wall fort is one of the best examples of an early medieval stone fort to be found on the Ring of Kerry.
Valentia Island lies just off the south west coast of County Kerry and is one of Ireland's westernmost points. It combines fascinating history, beautiful scenery and an interesting cultural scene, making it a great place to visit on the Ring of Kerry.
The Slate Quarry first opened in 1816 under the direction of the Knight of Kerry and has been a working quarry on and off since that date. Famous for the quality of the slate quarried, this recently reopened quarry is famous for providing the slate for the Paris Opera House, London’s Houses of Parliament and many billiard tables, including one made for the Duke of Wellington & Queen Victoria.
The site of the Cromwell Point Lighthouse was originally home to a 17th century Cromwellian Fort, which was one of two built on Valentia Island around this time. The outline of the Cromwell Point fort with its bastions and barrack inside its wall can still be easily traced from the air, lying just inside the lighthouse enclosure wall. The fort was maintained after the Restoration and there are various State Paper entries about its repair over the period 1663-1665. It was disestablished in 1669. The first light for Cromwell Point was originally applied for on 30 March 1828 by the Right Honorary Maurice Fitzgerald, Knight of Kerry. Work commenced on the lighthouse ten years later in 1838, the light was first exhibited on 1 February 1841. Since November 1947 the light has been automated.
Portmagee is a lovely fishing village in southwest county Kerry on Valentia Harbour, from where you can cross the bridge over to Valentia Island.
Kerry Cliffs are widely accepted as the most spectacular cliffs in Kerry. The cliffs stand over 1000ft above the wild Atlantic and were formed in a desert environment 400 million years ago. Out to the west stand the amazing Skellig Rocks one of only three UNESCO world heritage sites in Ireland. Of course the Kerry Cliffs are the closest viewing point to the great rocks and also the famous Puffin Island. Allied with these facts as you stand at the summit of this mystical place and breath in the freshest of air, deep in to your lungs from the wild Atlantic and observe this natural wonder. You can relax and unwind and observe the majestic views from here which reach out for 30 miles of the surrounding areas.
Ballinskelligs beach is 1.0 Km of immaculate sandy beach lying in Ballinskelligs Bay by Mc Carthys Castle. Separated from Ballinskelligs pier by Ballinskelligs Abbey, the beach is one of the best kept secrets in South Kerry and has been a favourite with local families for many years. It is an Internationally Environmental Recognition Blue Flag beach.
Waterville (An Coireán) is a small coastal village located between the Atlantic Ocean and Lough Currane on the scenic and famous Ring of Kerry along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Sneem is a colourful village in South west Kerry, blessed with exquisite scenery, wild landscapes and imposing Kerry mountains. The name Sneem, means ‘the knot’ that ties together the Ring of Kerry. Here, the Killarney Mountain Road and the Ring of Kerry’s Kenmare and Waterville Roads all lead to Sneem.
Ladies View is about 12 miles from Killarney. The view here is probably the best known of Killarney and is a major attraction for visitors. Queen Victoria’s ladies-in-waiting visited here during the royal visit in 1861. They were so taken with the view that it was named after them.
Torc Waterfall is approximately 7 kilometres from Killarney Town. A short walk of approx 200 metres brings you to the waterfall.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(83)
Great tour! Paudie was such a good tour guide. He is originally from the area so knows everyone and takes you too great locations. The cliffs of Kerry are beautiful and he makes the experience feel like a VIP tour. Made the long day feel fun and the van was very comfortable
A big gratitude to Paudie our driver was super friendly and knowledgable. He took our family on the ROC tour with several extra stops along the way. His van was very comfortable and fit all 6 of us. Paudie also helped us get the most out of this trip. He gave us tips on the best things to see and do in the area. He really made the trip easy for us. We have a memorable trip. Thank you, Kim
Great way to see the Kerry Cliffs and Valentia Island that you can’t get from a regular tour bus. Our guide Paudie was great and goes places others don’t. A fantastic way to experience the real Ireland.
Upon recommendation from my cousin, my husband and I booked a private tour of the Ring of Kerry and Skellig Ring with Paudie. We are so glad that we took her advice, as we had the best day! We saw so much of the area that we never would have been able to find or see if we had driven ourselves. Paudie was a wealth of historical and local knowledge, and he knew right where to go for the best access to all of the major sites and hidden local gems too. We lucked out and had beautiful weather during our tour and time in Ireland, which made this tour all the more spectacular!
Hi D. Your great review and rating is very much appreciated. Thanks for taking the time to write and submit this. I love taking my guests around the places where I grew up and I am so pleased that ye enjoyed yer lunch in The Fisherman’s Bar in Portmagee. Slán go fóill. Warm Irish Regards, Paudie.
We had an amazing day! Paudie Murphy was friendly and funny. We saw all the sites on the tour and even a couple spontaneous things too! Paudie is born and raised in the area. He knows all the history; his family is still local; and he recommended great restaurants for dinner.
We had an incredible tour with Paudie. He provided a VIP experience, getting into some of the prettiest sights in Ireland. Paudie was very personable and shared so many fun facts. Not only does he know about the area, he clearly absolutely loves creating excellent memories.
Hi R Many thanks for your great review and rating. I am delighted ye enjoyed yer time with me and that you have great memories of yer trip to Ireland. I love showing my guests the off the beaten path special places where I live and where I was born and reared. Slán go fóill. Warm Irish Regards, Paudie
We had the most amazing private tour with Paudie Murphy, it’s truly the best way to see the Ring of Kerry! He took us to places we would never have been able to see, the most beautiful sights you can imagine. So many wonderful surprises throughout the day including the most incredible lunch. Paudie knows all the best places to see, stopping frequently for photos, he is wealth of knowledge, so friendly and humorous, it was an absolute delight to spend the day with him! This tour was one of the best parts of our trip to Ireland, thank you Paudie for such a memorable experience!!
Hi to you all and thanks most sincerely for your top class review and rating which I really appreciate. I really enjoy sharing with my guests the great area where I was born and reared and my aim every day that I go on tour is that all my guests enjoy their tour. Go raibh mile maith agaibh agus slan go foill. Paudie
Our private tour of the Ring of Kerry and Skellig Ring with Paudie was an unforgettable journey through some of Ireland’s most stunning landscapes. Paudie’s extensive knowledge and engaging storytelling brought the region’s history to life. We especially appreciated his personal touch, as he shared heartfelt stories from his childhood growing up in a town along the Ring of Kerry. One of the highlights was our visit to Valentia Island, where the serene beauty and historical significance left a lasting impression. Paudie also recommended a fantastic local restaurant for lunch, and the meal was absolutely delicious. The vehicle was spotless, spacious, and incredibly comfortable, making the winding roads a pleasure to travel. We loved having the flexibility to stop for photos and take in the breathtaking views at our own pace.
Hi to you all and thanks so much for taking the time to write such a comprehensive and positive review of our Ring of Kerry and Sceilig Ring Tour. I am delighted ye enjoyed the day, the scenery, the the history and the stories of my childhood as well as the lunch at Anthony's Fisherman's Bar in Portmagee. Warm Irish Regards and thanks to all. Paudie.
Paudie was an amazing tour guide. We did Ring of Kerri and Skellig tour and we went for close to 12 hours - ate at a local pub , saw many sites that were special to his tour. We didn’t once run in to any tour buses where we went ! Views were spectacular Ps - only discovered that my original review didn’t go through while we were recommending him to others so posting it now !!!
Hi to you all and sincere thanks for writing and submitting such a positive review of my signature tour of the Ring of Kerry and Sceilig Ring. Thanks for resubmitting the review …I appreciate this. I am so pleased that ye enjoyed your day as did I. Warm Irish regards abs thanks. Slán go fóill, Paudie.
What a fabulous day! This tour was the highlight of our trip. If you’re looking to experience Ireland through a local’s eyes, this is it! Paudie is so knowledgeable and friendly. He shared a lot of history, personal stories and laughs along the way. The itinerary was perfect and kept us all engaged. We highly recommend Wild Atlantic Tours! Thank you, Paudie 🍀🇮🇪
Hi J and family. Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a great review. I am delighted ye all enjoyed my signature tour of the Ring of Kerry where I grew up. I enjoyed my day with ye all. I hope ye enjoyed the rest of your holiday. Go raibh míle maith agaibh. Warm Irish regards, Paudie
