Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Limerick: Including Killarney National Park
Description
From rugged cliffs to golden beaches, small villages and pastures green to peat bogs and picturesque mountain ranges, it is easy to see why the Ring of Kerry is considered one of the most beautiful drives in the world. This peninsula captures everything that is beautiful in Ireland. From ancient stone forts to landscapes carved out of rock by the Ice Age, from sparkling lakes to winding mountain passes, this day-trip of the Ring of Kerry will ensure that you leave with memories to last you a lifetime.
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Itinerary
We depart from Limerick tourist office, Arthur's Quay, at 8.00am. We also pick up at Singland Motors Circle K.
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. *All timings listed are approximate*
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, and the Ring of Kerry. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the golden sands and one of Ireland's finest strands on our Western shores. This ideal setting is perfect for panoramic photographs admits the Wild Atlantic Way. *All timings are approximate*
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 make a stop in the charming village of Sneem. This is one of Ireland's most colourful 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. *All timings are approximate*
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 return to Limerick after enjoying the view's of the most famous road in Ireland. Arrive back at 19.00 appox
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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
- Bookings made through Viator will automatically be signed up for Arthur's Quay Park at 08:00.
- If you wish to change your reservation to one of the other pick- up locations, you will need to contact us by telephone or email not later than 18:00 the evening prior so that we can guarantee the change. Please note the different collection times for Dublin Road (near UL Campus) "Singland Motors Circle K". is at 08:10 and Adare Heritage Centre is at 08:30.
Reviews(94)
This tour did not disappoint! Aside from having perfect weather, our drivers were extremely knowledgeable and made the trip a lot of fun for everyone. Both of them, Sean (I believe) and Connor, made the trip twice as great! My husband uses a walker and before we even got off the bus at the designated stops, it was waiting for him at the bottom of the exit steps.
Conor and Michael were lovely guides, made a point of showing us some fantastic things and had wonderful banter besides. Well worth the day, and what stunning scenery.
We loved this tour!!!! We got to get out of the city and see the beautiful countryside and eat at a delicious tavern. We also had time to shop - very important!!!! And our driver did a wonderful job narrating along the way. Totally worth it!!!!
All in all, a day full of beautiful impressions and places. Except for the driver who picked us up and drove us back from Limerick, everyone was friendly and respectful.
Plan for a long day but a day that is so worth it! There are plenty of bathroom breaks so stay hydrated. We had DJ and Michael as our guides and they were excellent! Fun and knowledgeable and completely adept driving the narrow roads. They also provided wonderful commentary, history, fun facts, and music along the way. It was a great day!
The first bus that picked us and up in Limerick was very dirty. There was blood on the window and the food trays were filthy. But the next bus that we were disembarked off the first bus to go on the second bus was very clean and like I said, the scenery was beautiful. It was treacherous driving. Our guide was from Croatia and people just could not understand him.
I would skip the tour bus tour to Ring of Kerry. Get a personal guide or rent a car instead. The entire trip was EXTREMELY rushed. You don’t get much time at any of the places you stop at and hardly enough time to explore. The most time we had was at the start in Killarney National Park but not at the park itself, more like waiting around to get on the horse and carriage ride (you pay a separate 16 Euros). We didn’t even get to all the places the tour said we would stop at. Also, as typically the case, they tell you to eat and shop at certain places because the guides either get a commission or a freebie. I would have rather we stopped and spent a bit more time at 2 places on the Ring than make these short max of 15-20 min stops. I also didn’t get to explore Killarney on the way back from the trip because of the traffic from Bike Fest. The bus also did not have a charging port for the new iPhone type like some other tour buses had.
The trip was really nice and we enjoyed it, a lot of things to do and places to visit since we have a lot of stops on different places. Zico the bus driver was really nice one
An amazing experience ! I recommand it to everybody. Please go and travel ! It is an unforgetable journey !
Pack a snack for the first part if you skip breakfast food doesn’t come till midway. Otherwise awesome day. Drivers were great. Irish coffee excellent
