Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park
Description
Like all the best journeys in life, Paddywagon Tours started in 1998 with the simple thought, “it’s time for something different”. The Ring of Kerry is considered one of the finest drives in the world. From rugged cliffs to golden beaches, small villages and pastures green to peat bogs and picturesque mountain ranges. This peninsula illustrates all that is beautiful, wonderful and wild in our beloved motherland. The variety of attractions makes this one of the most diverse and interesting day tours that one is likely to experience in their travel adventures. From ancient stone forts to landscapes carved out of rock by the Ice Age, from sparkling lakes to winding mountain passes our day trip shall be a highlight and shall ensure lasting memories of the beautiful Kingdom of Kerry.
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Itinerary
We will depart Cork at 8:20am, and make our way across the rolling Cork and Kerry Mountains.
First we will stop in Killarney Town! Regularly voted the most beautiful town in Ireland, Killarney is the gateway to both Ring of Kerry and Dingle Peninsula. Nestled in the valley beneath Ireland's highest mountain range, and surrounded by lakes Killarney boasts some of the most beautiful scenery in Ireland. Lined with lovely shops, pubs and traditional arts and crafts stores, this true gem is a must see for every traveler who visits our motherland. Catch a coffee and breakfast, or use the time to visit St.Mary's Cathedral or Killarney House and Gardens. You will visit and learn about the National Park again towards the end of Ring of Kerry.
Pass through Killorglin, the home of the ancient Celtic festival Puck Fair. Dating back to 1613., this is one of the oldest festivals in the world where a goat is crowned king of the village and placed on a pedestal for 3 day in August each year. People come from far and wide to pay homage to the king goat and enjoy the festivities of street stalls, music, and much more. This section of the tour takes you along part of the famous "Ring of Kerry" driving route.
We enjoy a scenic drive along some parts of the famous Dingle Peninsula. We stop for photos en route with amazing views of Dingle Bay, Skellig rocks, Inch beach. . This ideal setting is perfect for panoramic photographs admits the Wild Atlantic Way. **Dingle Bay separates Iveragh Peninsula (Ring of Kerry) and Dingle Peninsula. We also have a Dingle Day Tour available daily!**
Picturesque little village overlooking Ballinskelligs Bay with its own beautiful beach, famed by the Skellig Rocks with their early Christian monastery. A regular visitor, Charlie Chaplin loved Waterville and hence the statue in his honor, unveiled in 1998. It is also home to one of Ireland's finest golf clubs and most famed footballer Mick O'Dwyer and Mick O'Connell.
We take a stop in the charming village of Sneem. This is one of Ireland's most colorful and charming villages. With two squares and a beautiful bridge in the middle of the village, this is where the River Sneem meets the currents of Kenmare Bay. It was also the regular holiday choice or Charles de Gaulle.
One of the most beautiful and admired national parks in the world, Killarney national park was the first of its kind established in Ireland in 1932. With magnificent views of the Lakes of Killarney and Black Valley, the park gives you an opportunity to enjoy a walk in this amazing landscape and spend time strolling along the lakes.
Torc Waterfall is a 18m high waterfall which cascades through the wooded Friers Glenn. We take a stop at this magnificent natural site of beauty. Enjoy a short walk , and maybe even see the red deer which are well known inhabitants of the Killarney national park . The waterfall has a public hiking path that stretches to the top of Torc Mountain.
We relax as we make our way over the Cork and Kerry mountains back to the rebel city at approx 7 pm after a fun-filled, inspired and most memorable day at the Ring of Kerry.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Toddlers/Babies require a childseat/booster. Please advise at time of booking.
- Bookings made through Viator will automatically be signed up for the pickup point and collection time specified in the booking.
- If you wish to change your reservation to one of the other pick-up locations offered by Paddywagon Tours, you will need to contact us by telephone or email not later than 17:00 the evening prior so that we can guarantee the change. Please note that changes are only guaranteed once confirmed in writing by us.
Reviews(729)
We booked last minute from Cork and we were grateful they had room as it was a full group. Brian was our driver and guide and he was brilliant! We took the jaunting car ride when we stopped in Killarney and it was well worth it. The pace and content and balance of the tour was very good.
This was a relaxing way to spend a day of our vacation. The sights are beautiful and worth seeing. The driver was knowledgeable and friendly.
Really well organised tour of the Ring of Kerry. Plenty of stops to take photos of beautiful views. Commentary explained some history of the area. Lunch stop for nice lunch. We all enjoyed the day, good value trip.
Full-day tour with many stops, some of which are just short photo stops. Extensive information in a relaxed manner from the tour guide during the trip, also a lot of background about Ireland and Irish history. Lunch is not included in the price, nor is the tour with the horse-drawn carriage. But it is worth it, and this initiative is gladly supported. Good English skills are helpful - even though the tour guide naturally makes sure that no one gets lost. It should also be taken into account that the weather can change rapidly. Ireland is simply Ireland. In any case, it depends on a professional tour guide - and that is fully provided here.
Lots of sites, the delivery was quite dry in terms of knowledge of sites and area which was disengaging, average lunch stop. Good if you want to get around a bit but don’t want no frills
Absolutely loved the ring of Kerry tour! We stopped at a few small towns which were amazing. We had time to eat, shop, and take plenty of beautiful pictures. We felt totally immersed in the culture!!! Killarney national Park tour was the best as we opted to pay the 16 extra euros for the horse and carriage ride which I am so grateful that our tour guide for our excursion recommended! And speaking of our tour guide, Connor with Paddy tours was THE BEST! This lad knows his history of Ireland. Plus he was an excellent driver. He was friendly, professionals and the most knowledgeable tour guide we have ever experienced. Also loved that he was fun! Told cute jokes, and answered all questions that tourists had about Ireland and gave recommendations for other attractions. I strongly recommend Paddy Tours but only if you can have Connor as your guide!!! This trip was perfect for us!!!!
Bus loads almost outside my hotel. The bus is mixed with people doing the Dingle Tour but they will split the group in two at Killarney. Weather can make or break this tour. Kerry Bog Village Museum is worth visiting to see traditional rural life. Optional horse carriage rides in Killarney. Lots of stops and late lunch at 2pm so have snacks. Village of Sneem colorful afternoon stop.
This was a great tour with lots of stops along the way to take beautiful pictures! We saw several cute towns and so many shades of green!
We loved the whole tour, beautiful views, lots of interesting places and a very friendly guide/driver with an amazing sense of humour and knowledge of the tour spots
It was interesting and informative. The tour guide was funny and knowledgeable.
