Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Limerick
About this activity
Highlights
- Scenic drive through the Ring of Kerry
- Explore Killarney National Park
- Visit Muckross House and Gardens
- See Torc Waterfall
- Experience traditional Irish villages
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Transportation in a comfortable coach
- Guided tour with an experienced driver-guide
- Visit to Killarney National Park
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pass by: We depart from Limerick tourist office, Arthur's Quay, at 8.00am. We also pick up at Singland Motors Circle K.
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. *All timings listed are approximate*
Pass by: 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, and the Ring of Kerry. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the golden sands and one of Ireland's finest strands on our Western shores. This ideal setting is perfect for panoramic photographs admits the Wild Atlantic Way. *All timings are approximate*
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 make a stop in the charming village of Sneem. This is one of Ireland's most colourful 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. *All timings are approximate*
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.
Pass by: We return to Limerick after enjoying the view's of the most famous road in Ireland. Arrive back at 19.00 appox
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately.
- Seats are limited; early booking is recommended to secure your spot.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring natural sites.
- Bring a light jacket or sweater, as weather can change quickly.
- Consider packing a camera to capture the stunning landscapes.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Bookings made through Viator will automatically be signed up for Arthur's Quay Park at 08:00.
- If you wish to change your reservation to one of the other pick- up locations, you will need to contact us by telephone or email not later than 18:00 the evening prior so that we can guarantee the change. Please note the different collection times for Dublin Road (near UL Campus) "Singland Motors Circle K". is at 08:10 and Adare Heritage Centre is at 08:30.
Traveler reviews
An amazing experience ! ...
An amazing experience ! I recommand it to everybody. Please go and travel ! It is an unforgetable journey !
Awesome day definitely worth the money
Pack a snack for the first part if you skip breakfast food doesn’t come till midway. Otherwise awesome day. Drivers were great. Irish coffee excellent
Brilliant. Couldn't recommend more
10/10 fantastic tour. Loads of stops. So beautiful. Couldn't recommend more. DJ was a great mix of guide- knowledgable, funny, engaging. He worked very hard to give us a great day. And we couldn't have had a better time. Got a great flavour of Ireland. This was my fave tour sightwise out of Ring of Kerry and Cliffs of Moher. Both were super.
More than recommended
The place is spectacular and so are the stops. The bad thing was the accent of the first driver, that of the journey from Limerick to Killarney, as he spoke very fast although we asked him to speak more slowly, and his accent was very closed. Returning with that same driver already back to Limerick, it was very hot on the bus, a general opinion of everyone, so we asked him to turn down the heat and he did not listen for an hour and a half cooking us, until a third person asked him and he listened only at the end of the journey.
I recently took the Ring...
I recently took the Ring of Kerry tour, and while the scenery itself was absolutely beautiful and worth seeing, the overall experience felt a bit disorganized and not as clearly communicated as it could have been. The tour advertises that it includes the Ring of Kerry and Killarney National Park, which is a big part of why I booked it. However, once the tour began, we were informed that actually going through the national park required an additional €16 per person for a horse and carriage ride. This wasn’t mentioned clearly in the original itinerary, so it came as a surprise. Those who chose not to pay were dropped off at a shopping center for about an hour instead, which didn’t feel like an equivalent alternative. There was also some confusion around transportation. At one point, we had to switch buses to continue the Ring of Kerry portion of the tour, and it wasn’t made clear ahead of time that the return trip would be on a different bus than the one we started on. When we got back to Killarney, I assumed we would reboard the original bus, which led to me getting off and being left behind. There may have been some miscommunication on my part, but I do think clearer instructions and better organization would have prevented that situation. Again, the Ring of Kerry itself is stunning and definitely worth seeing. I just think the tour company could improve by being more transparent about additional costs and more detailed in explaining the itinerary and logistics. A little more clarity would go a long way in making the experience smoother and less stressful.