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8 Hours Private Tour in Kerry

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7 to 8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

During the day we will visit popular sites, towns and villages such as, Killorglin the home town of Ireland's oldest festival called "Puck Fair", ,Rossbeigh Strand, Cahersiveen, Sneem, all while taking in Kerry's most scenic views along the Wild Atlantic Way. We personalise every tour to suit our guests needs and what they are interested in seeing and doing what’s on their "To do" lists.. Our drivers are local to the area and will have the knowledge and expertise to bring you to the off-beaten paths and point you in the right direction for all stops. We will recommend the best of coffee and lunch stops that provide the best of local produce, and if desired advising you where to get the best pint of Guinness.!! Our drivers are patient and will never rush you, making sure that you make the most of your day with us. We will help you make the day memorable, and take you to the best scenic spots to help you capture memories of your day on the "Ring of Kerry".

What's Included

  • Bottled water We provide bottled water for all our guests.
  • In-person guide is licensed or certified
  • Lunch A lunch stop is provided at Portmagee Village, which is half way point on our Ring of Kerry Day Tour. There you will enjoy the best of local produce especially fresh seafood.
  • Kerry Bog Village Museum - EUR 7 per person
  • Kells Sheepdogs Ring of Kerry - EUR 8 per person
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We will collect you from your accommodation or any train or bus stations

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Kerry Bog Village Museum

Step back in time to 19th Century Ireland the Kerry Bog Village explores Ireland’s rural history, heritage and lifestyle. Visitors will experience the culture, customs and living conditions of our great ancestors through the famine years, and late 19th century. The village has period thatched cottages, fully furnished with authentic antiques, complete with sound effects and figurines. Outdoors, they display a fabulous array of rural farm equipment, used by turf cutters and farmers of the time period.In the village, you will also see the once almost extinct ‘Kerry Bog Pony’ and the world’s tallest dogs the ‘Irish Wolfhound’.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Valentia Island

Travel on a small car ferry from Reenard point to Knightstown on Valentia island. Drive around the island seeing the old slate quarry and learning about the transatlantic telegraph cable that went from Valentia Island to New Foundland.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kerry Cliffs

Kerry Cliffs are widely accepted as the most spectacular cliffs in Kerry.The cliffs stand over 1000ft above the wild Atlantic and were formed in a desert environment 400 million years ago. Out to the west stand the amazing Skellig Rocks one of only three UNESCO world heritage sites in Ireland. Of course the Kerry Cliffs are the closest viewing point to the great rocks and also the famous Puffin Island. Allied with these facts as you stand at the summit of this mystical place and breath in the freshest of air, deep in to your lungs from the wild Atlantic and observe this natural wonder. You can relax and unwind and observe the majestic views from here which reach out for 30 miles of the surrounding areas. Many travellers come here to to enjoy and observe the thriving colonies of cliff birds.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Skelligs Chocolate Co.

Stop and taste the beautiful selection of chocolates here in the chocolate factory at the very scenic Finians Bay.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Killarney National Park

We will stop at Ladies View (named after Queen Victoria's "Ladies in waiting" following her visit to Killarney National Park in 1861) and also Torc Waterfall before we make our way back into Killarney Town.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kells Sheepdogs Ring of Kerry

At Kells Sheepdogs, Ring of Kerry there are daily sheepdog demonstrations. Watch the sheepdogs in action gathering the sheep from the rugged hills. Learn about their sheep, the Scottish blackface sheep, and how long it takes to train the sheepdogs and why they make a shepherd’s life so easy on an Irish farm. See the age-old relationship between man and dog as the sheep are guided around by these smart border collies.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation Time inclusive of attraction stops, 7-8 hours approx.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 8 Hours Private Tour in Kerry?

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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  • Bottled waterWe provide bottled water for all our guests.
  • In-person guide is licensed or certified
  • LunchA lunch stop is provided at Portmagee Village, which is half way point on our Ring of Kerry Day Tour. There you will enjoy the best of local produce especially fresh seafood.
  • Kerry Bog Village Museum - EUR 7 per person
  • Kells Sheepdogs Ring of Kerry - EUR 8 per person
  • Kerry Cliffs - EUR 7 per person

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation Time inclusive of attraction stops, 7-8 hours approx.
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