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Dingle Peninsula & Slea Head Private Half-Day Tour

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Dingle, Ireland

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3 to 4 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Experience the essential scenery, history and local character of the Dingle Peninsula on a four-hour private tour along the Slea Head Drive.

Travel at a relaxed pace with your own local guide, stopping at dramatic Atlantic viewpoints, ancient stone sites and locations overlooking the Blasket Islands. The private format allows the route to be adapted around your interests, the weather and the time available.

Optional visits to Dún Beag Fort and the Hold a Baby Lamb and Beehive Huts experience can be included. Admission charges for optional paid attractions are not included and are payable directly at the attraction.

The itinerary shows the places normally considered during the tour. The precise selection and order of stops may vary according to weather, traffic, opening times and guest preferences.

What's Included

  • Flexible itinerary adapted to your interests and the conditions on the day
  • Private local driver-guide
  • Gratuities
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Pickup is available directly from your accommodation in or near Dingle. Please list or email your accommodation choice after booking so arrangements can be confirmed. Morning pickups usually begin around 9:00 AM, and afternoon pickups around 2:00 PM. I’ll be driving a silver Skoda Superb (Reg. 211 KY 428). Please be ready a few minutes before your confirmed pickup time and ensure your contact details are correct so I can reach you if needed.

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The Quay
Dingle, Co. Kerry, V92 HHTO, Ireland

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Conor Pass

Weather permitting, begin with a scenic drive to the viewing car park at Conor Pass, one of Ireland’s highest mountain roads. Take in views across the glaciated valley, mountain lakes, Dingle Bay and the surrounding peaks before returning towards Dingle to begin the Slea Head route. This stop may be omitted in poor visibility, high winds or unsuitable road conditions.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ventry Beach (pass by)

Travel west from Dingle through the coastal village of Ventry and alongside its natural harbour as the tour joins the Slea Head Drive. Hear about the area’s maritime history and landscape while continuing towards the peninsula’s Atlantic coast. A brief photo stop overlooking Ventry Beach may be made when time and conditions allow.
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Dunbeg Fort

An optional visit to Dún Beag, an ancient stone promontory fort dramatically positioned above the Atlantic Ocean. Follow the protected walkway to view the fort and surrounding coastline from a safe distance. Entry is optional, and the admission charge is not included in the tour price. Guests who prefer not to enter can enjoy the coastal setting from the visitor area.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hold A Baby Lamb

An optional visit to a family-run farm where guests may meet and hold a lamb and see traditional dry-stone clocháns, commonly known as beehive huts. The experience is subject to opening and animal availability. Admission is optional, not included in the tour price and payable directly at the attraction.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cross at Slea Head

Stop at one of the Dingle Peninsula’s signature viewpoints, where the road meets the open Atlantic. Take in views across the rugged coastline towards the Blasket Islands and the Skelligs on a clear day, while hearing about the landscape, island communities and importance of the Slea Head route.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Coumeenoole Beach

Pause above Coumeenoole Beach, where steep cliffs frame a small Atlantic cove with views towards the Blasket Islands. Depending on the weather, mobility and time available, guests can enjoy the main viewpoint or take a short walk towards the beach. Swimming is not recommended because of strong currents.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dun Chaoin Pier

View the distinctive winding road leading down to Dún Chaoin Pier, surrounded by steep cliffs and overlooking the Blasket Islands. This is normally a viewpoint and photography stop; the tour does not include walking or driving down the narrow pier road.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Blasket Centre

Stop at the Blasket Centre in Dún Chaoin, overlooking Great Blasket Island. The café, visitor facilities and outdoor walk to the viewing platform can be accessed without purchasing an exhibition ticket. Entry to the indoor exhibition, including the approximately 15-minute audiovisual presentation, requires paid admission and is not included in the tour price. A full exhibition visit can be included by prior preference, with the itinerary adjusted accordingly.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gallarus Oratory

Visit Gallarus Oratory, a remarkably preserved dry-stone church set beneath Mount Brandon. Walk around the monument and learn about its distinctive corbelled construction, uncertain date and place within the peninsula’s early Christian heritage.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kilmalkedar Church

Explore Kilmalkedar Church and its surrounding monastic site, traditionally associated with St Brendan. See the Romanesque church, ogham stone, sundial, alphabet stone and other features that reflect centuries of pilgrimage and worship on the Dingle Peninsula. The site is outdoors, with uneven grass and pathways.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Dingle Peninsula & Slea Head Private Half-Day Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (IST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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