Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park
Any trip to Cork should include a trip to the natural and historical landmarks in the vicinity. This Ring of Kerry day tour takes you hassle-free to the area’s highlights, plus Killarney National Park. Your tour starts at the easy to locate pickup point in Cork to keep things simple. Here you’ll meet your guide and perhaps meet a few members of your group tour. Then hop on your bus, and get on your way to sightseeing. You’ll pass cliffs, rugged beaches, villages, peat bogs, and so much more, so make sure your cameras are ready. You’ll learn more from your guide than from any guidebook, and you won’t have to drive and risk getting lost among the little Irish country lanes. Visit Killarney, drive through Killorglin, visit Dingle Bay, the village of Sneem, and much more.
Highlights
- ✓Visit the colorful houses and historical monuments of traditional Irish village Sneem
- ✓Admire spectacular coastal views at Dingle Bay
- ✓Marvel at unrivaled views of the Black Valley and the Lakes of Killarney in Killarney National Park
- ✓Learn about the fascinating culture and history of the region from a guide
What you'll see & do
- ✓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.
What's included
- ✓On-board WiFi
- ✓All taxes, fees and handling charges
- ✓Driver/guide
- ✓USB Ports at every Seat
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Live commentary on board
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Food and drinks
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to know
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.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park
Any trip to Cork should include a trip to the natural and historical landmarks in the vicinity. This Ring of Kerry day tour takes you hassle-free to the area’s highlights, plus Killarney National Park. Your tour starts at the easy to locate pickup point in Cork to keep things simple. Here you’ll meet your guide and perhaps meet a few members of your group tour. Then hop on your bus, and get on your way to sightseeing. You’ll pass cliffs, rugged beaches, villages, peat bogs, and so much more, so make sure your cameras are ready. You’ll learn more from your guide than from any guidebook, and you won’t have to drive and risk getting lost among the little Irish country lanes. Visit Killarney, drive through Killorglin, visit Dingle Bay, the village of Sneem, and much more.
Highlights
- ✓Visit the colorful houses and historical monuments of traditional Irish village Sneem
- ✓Admire spectacular coastal views at Dingle Bay
- ✓Marvel at unrivaled views of the Black Valley and the Lakes of Killarney in Killarney National Park
- ✓Learn about the fascinating culture and history of the region from a guide
What you'll see & do
- ✓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.
What's included
- ✓On-board WiFi
- ✓All taxes, fees and handling charges
- ✓Driver/guide
- ✓USB Ports at every Seat
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Live commentary on board
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Food and drinks
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to know
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.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.