Ring of Kerry & Skellig Ring - Private Tour

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(8 reviews)

6 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

The Ring of Kerry/ Skellig day tour is a circular tour over 100 miles long. It starts from and returns to Killarney. It is considered to be Ireland’s most scenic tourist drive - taking in some of Ireland's most spectacular landscapes and seascapes. You will experience a rich and endless succession of viewing delights.

Following a pick up from your accommodation and tour orientation in Killarney we will follow Irelands' most scenic road drive: Ring of Kerry route to Killorglin where we join the Wild Atlantic Way and then proceed around the Skellig Ring.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Local taxes
Fuel surcharge
Transport by private vehicle
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up & drop off to any accomadation within the Killarney and surrounding district.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Kerry Bog Village Museum

    The Kerry Bog village gives you a fascinateing insight into how people lived and worked in the late 19th century. You will step back in time and take a wonderful look at Ireland's rural history, heritage and lifestyle. The village has period thatched cottages, fully furnished with authentic antiques complete with sound effects and figurines. Here you will also see the great Irish Wolfhound & the Kerry Bog Ponies.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Cahergall Fort

    Cahergall Ring Fort dates from 500BC. This is a very impressive site with walls approx 6m high and some 3m 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.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Kerry Cliffs

    The Kerry Cliff's offer spectacular views of the Skellig Islands and Puffin Island, over 1000 feet (305 metres) high. The cliff's were formed over 400 million years ago. You can take in the spectacular views of these cliff's in a safe and natural environment.

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    From the Kerry Cliffs you can get amazing views of The Skellig Rocks one of only three UNESCO world heritage sites in Ireland. The Skellig islands float on the Atlantic Ocean 12km off the coast of County Kerry.

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Skellig Ring Scenic Drive

    The Skellig Ring Drive is without doubt the best section of the world famous Ring of Kerry Drive. This drive takes in awe inspiring views of the Skellig Islands at every turn, the wonderful Valentia Island accessed by ferry or bridge, the picturesque fishing village of Portmagee, Ballinskelligs with its blue flag beach, the famous seaside village of Waterville and all things these places have to offer.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Moll's Gap

    Moll's Gap is a pass on the road between Sneem and Killarney, with views of the McGillicuddy Reeks and The Black Valley. Moll's Gap is an example of a "glacial breach", where a 500 metre deep glacier in the Black Valley broke through Moll's Gap 25,000 years ago during Ireland's last ice age.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Ladies' View

    Ladies View in Killarney would be considered one of the best known views in the Killarney district. 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.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Torc Waterfall

    Torc Waterfall is a 20 metre high, 110 metre long cascade waterfall formed by the Owengarriff River as it drains from the Devil's Punchbowl corrie lake at Mangerton Mountain. Torc Waterfall is located within Killarney's National Park and is a 5 minute walk through scenic woodland.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Supplied by Kerry Taxi Tours

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Tags

Day Trips
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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