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Things To Do: Excursions
Whether you choose to explore these areas yourself by car or opt for a coach tour, these round trips which begin and end in Killarney are sure to astound. |
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The Ring of Kerry
This tour around the Iveragh Peninsula is world renowned and justifiably so. It is a 110 mile journey flavoured by Atlantic views, dramatic cliffs, magnificent mountains, rivers, lakes and beautiful sandy beaches. Prepare to be enamoured by picturesque villages such as Sneem and Waterville and charming towns such as Killorglin and Caherciveen. The highlight is undoubtedly the unsurpassed panoramic views of Killarney's Lake District from Molls Gap and Ladies' View towards the end of your trip. Coach Tours are available for this excursion. |
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Dingle and Slea Head
Ancient sites and early Christian dwellings lend an air of mystery to this breathtaking route. Travelling via Milltown and Castlemaine to the beach and sand hills of Inch. Continuing along the coast to Dingle, home to Ireland's famous bottlenose dolphin Fungie. Then on to Slea Head, Europe's most westerly point, where you can view the Blasket Islands and famous Brandon Hill. Returning home via Annascaul and the Vale of Tralee. This tour will bring you to areas steeped in culture, tradition and literature. Coach Tours are available for this excursion from March to September. |
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Loo Valley & Glengarriff
Along the river Flesk passing the Killaha Castle stronghold of the Irish Chieftain "O'Donoghue of the Glen" on through the Loo Valley to Kilgarvan and Glengarrif. Stop for lunch and then take a boat to Garnish Island. The return journey home takes you over the mountains through Wynn's Tunnels to Kenmare and then to Killarney via Molls Gap, the upper lake and Muckross. |
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Cork and Blarney Castle
From Killarney the route takes in Macroom and the rolling hinterland of County Cork leading to the world famous Blarney Castle, where kissing the Stone of Eloquence is a must. Continue on to Cork for lunch perhaps and on the return take in the Gaelic speaking area of Ballyvourney and the picturesque banks of the River Flesk. |
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Beara Peninsula
Divided between Cork and Kerry counties, this majestic coastland features some of the most outstanding beauty spots of the Southwest of Ireland. From Killarney follow the Kenmare road via Moll's Gap and from Kenmare continue on to Tuosist, Lauragh, Ardgroon, Eyeries, Ardigole and Glengarriff and return again back to Killarney via Kenmare. |
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Gap of Dunloe
The Gap of Dunloe is a wild and rugged gap excavated by forging ice flows during the last ice age. It is sign posted off the Ring of Kerry road to Killorglin and runs just outside the western perimeter of the National Park. Leave you car at Kate Kearney's Cottage from where you can walk, hire a pony and trap or ride ponies for the trip through the Gap and back. The Cottage was a coaching inn where the hostess, Kate, allegedly cast her spell on all who entered and toasted them with her special brew. The Cottage is now a pub and restaurant. Coach trips to the Gap of Dunloe incorporate a pony and trap or pony rides through the Gap, however, those who prefer to walk the 10kms can do so. Trips also include a break for lunch and a trip on a traditional style boat through the three lakes and back to Ross Castle, where there are coach transfers back to Killarney. |
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Jaunting Car Trips
The traditional way to view Killarney's National Park is by Jaunting Car (horsedrawn carriage), in the company of a local Jarvey (guide). These men and woman have an in depth knowledge of the history and folklore of the area and are eager to impart this knowledge. Tours include The Lakes, Ross Castle, Torc Waterfall and Muckross House & Gardens. |
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