The Wild Coast of Dingle Peninsula and Slea Head from Killarney
Description
As you embark on the iconic Slea Head Drive, prepare to be captivated by the rugged beauty of Ireland's west coast. The winding coastal road offers panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, with the dramatic Blasket Islands creating a stunning backdrop. You will find yourselves traversing a tapestry of landscapes, from golden beaches to lush green fields, and quaint villages nestled against the hills. Discover ancient archaeological sites, where the whispers of history echo through ancient stone forts like the Gallarus Oratory and venture into Dingle town to encounter the charm of a traditional Irish fishing village.
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Do you want to marvel at something? Once you’ve experienced the vast and beautiful region of Dingle Peninsula, you’ll understand why we love it so much. It’s a place where glorious beaches hug luscious shorelines. Where the traditions of a mysterious and passionate culture remain part of the everyday, from ruins to towns. All you will experience is beauty for yourself as we leave Killarney Town and head south towards Dingle Peninsula. You’ll understand why it’s a popular filming location spot and might even recognise scenes from Star Wars: The Last Jedi as we coast around.
We then journey along Slea Head Drive (or Slí Cheann Sléibhe if you want to practice the local tongue), one of Ireland’s most scenic routes. Make sure you’re not napping as we coast along this circular route. Trust us, you’ll kick yourself later if you miss these views. There’s so much to love along the way, and we’ll keep our options open as we drive. Perhaps you’ll stop in at Tóchar Maothaithe – Ireland's famous beehive huts. Or maybe the Famine Cottages, bleak histories with an incredible view.
The day ends in the charming town of Dingle, where you’ll have a couple of hours to wander, try local cuisine, visit the distillery, or enjoy a scoop of Murphy’s Ice Cream with unique flavours like Irish Brown Bread or Dingle Gin.
It’s time to head back to Killarney, just a short drive to end a pretty fabulous day.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour departs
- Minimum age for travel on this tour is 5 years old
- You’re restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person. This may consist of a small bag for onboard personal items and a larger suitcase or rucksack.
Reviews(32)
Awesome trip and guide. Beautiful and fun
Ahhh, Mick was our tour guide for the day. If you want to relax and enjoy the amazing scenery, while having someone else handle the narrow roads with ease, this tour is for you. Lots of Irish banter & informative historic info along the way. Many stops for photos & leg stretching. If you're lucky, Mick might do a hurling demonstration for you.😃 one thousand percent would do this again. Thanks for the beautiful memories.
Great trip! There were only six of us in the van, so that was also cool.
It was a great tour! Beautiful country side. Derek was very informative and shared his love for Ireland with us.
John was an excellent guide. He was entertaining, sharing stories about the history and culture of the area while making everyone feel welcome, comfortable, and engaged throughout the journey. Overall, the experience was very enjoyable. The one area that could be improved is the amount of time allocated at each stop, particularly for the walking trails and cliff walk. We often felt rushed and were constantly watching the time to ensure we returned to the bus on schedule. Unfortunately, this meant we were not able to complete the cliff walk or fully experience everything each location had to offer. We also stopped to see the goats, the famine house, and the beehives. While this was an interesting part of the tour and required an admission fee, we felt we did not have enough time to fully explore and enjoy these attractions or get the full value from what we paid for. Allowing more time at each stop would make the experience even more memorable and enjoyable for guests. Or reduce the number of stops - not ideal but would create a better experience.
This tour was definitely the highlight of our stay in Killarney! Our guide Derek was knowledgeable, funny,safe and playing great Irish music! (Driving along the cliffs of Dingle was stunning!). Highly recommend!
Very enjoyable tour with Derrick. Small group with unrushed stops and interesting commentary. We also did the Ring of Kerry day tour with Rabbie's and preferred this one, if we had to recommend just one.
Beyond our expectations based on the description. Mick, our guide/driver, was great, kept a good pace and was humorous. Would definitely recommend, liked that it was a smaller group.
A great day trip to the West coast of Ireland. Plenty of quick stops to stretch your legs and 2 hours in Dingle to grab lunch and a pint or three. Dereck was a very informative driver and kept the dialogue going throughout the entire day.
It was great. John was our guide. Very nice. Very informative. Very pleasant. We would recommend this to anyone.
