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From €121Dingle Sea Safari - Rib boat tour in Dingle Bay
Dingle Sea Safari has been voted the number one activity on the Dingle Peninsula. Our RIB boat takes you right along the wild coastline and out to the Blasket Islands, giving you an up close view of towering rock formations, hidden sea caves, and the iconic Slea Head landscape most visitors only glimpse from a distance.It's personal and immersive, with plenty of chances to interact with your captain. Wildlife is a big part of the trip. Depending on the season you might spot seals, puffins, dolphins, minke whales, and even red deer along the cliffs. Our experienced captains bring the coast to life with local history and geology. Founded in 2018 by lifelong local Dingle man Jimmy Flannery, who spent 37 years on these waters (including years showing visitors Fungie the dolphin), we're a genuine family business built on respect for the sea and this coastline. Fast, thrilling, and full of things to see, this is often the highlight of a Dingle visit.
From €85Dingle Peninsula and Slea Head Drive Group Tour
Our group tours of the Dingle Peninsula offer a personalized experience led by knowledgeable local guides, ensuring an authentic exploration of hidden gems and cultural insights. With a focus on sustainable travel practices, we engage with local communities and support small businesses, enhancing the richness of the journey while preserving the peninsula's natural beauty for generations to come. Immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes, ancient history, and vibrant traditions of the Dingle Peninsula on a tour that goes beyond the ordinary, creating unforgettable memories for every traveler.
From €59Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park
Like all the best journeys in life, Paddywagon Tours started in 1998 with the simple thought, “it’s time for something different”. The Ring of Kerry is considered one of the finest drives in the world. From rugged cliffs to golden beaches, small villages and pastures green to peat bogs and picturesque mountain ranges. This peninsula illustrates all that is beautiful, wonderful and wild in our beloved motherland. The variety of attractions makes this one of the most diverse and interesting day tours that one is likely to experience in their travel adventures. From ancient stone forts to landscapes carved out of rock by the Ice Age, from sparkling lakes to winding mountain passes our day trip shall be a highlight and shall ensure lasting memories of the beautiful Kingdom of Kerry.
From €49Ring Of Kerry Tour
Ring of Kerry Tours Luxury mid-size bus tours of The Ring of Kerry The Only mid-size group tour of the world famous RING OF KERRY. With a smaller vehicle (max 39 passengers) we can travel off the main tour route and drive on the Skellig Ring on the edge of the Wild Atlantic Way coastline with unrivalled view of the Skellig Islands. An essential part of any visit to the Emerald Isle is a tour of the world famous Ring of Kerry. Take our intimate small group tour on a 180 km circuit of the county. Our experienced guides will be delighted to show you the unrivalled beauty County Kerry has to offer. Whether you’re looking for an insight into Irish history, a sample of our famous local wit or simply a great photo opportunity, the Ring of Kerry Tour is exactly what you require. Please note our Killorglin pick up is by request only.
From €59Blarney Castle and Kinsale Tour from Cork
This is the only day trip from Cork that combines all of the most popular sights in one day: Blarney Castle, Kinsale, Charles Fort and Cobh (Titanic's last port of call).
From €560Private Tour Blarney, Kinsale & Cobh .The Best Cork has to offer.
Rated 5 stars . This is why you choose a private tour. So you can travel stress free Take in the stunning views on your journey. Visit hidden jems where tour buses can't reach.And it's you who decides when we move on .Its your day so let's make it a day to remember. You will travel in a modern clean taxi. That can accommodate 4 people but 3 would be comfortable. The world famous Blarney Castle will be your first stop a 14th century medieval stronghold. Here you will also get to kiss the Blarney stone.And stroll through the stunning gardens. We then travel to kinsale the stunning views the charming little streets .Out to the cliffs take in the amazing views it has to offer. We also visit the Garden of Remembrance. Dedicated to the 343 fire fighters who lost there lives on September 11th in the twin towers attack in 2001. Last but not least we make our way to Cobh cathedral and a panoramic view of cobh Taking in the breathtaking views of the harbour.
From €79Cobh (Cork) to Blarney Castle & Kinsale - Shore Excursion
Exciting Shore Excursion from Cobh to Blarney Castle, Cork City, Kinsale and Cobh. Bus Tour starts/finishes at your ship and is tailored to suit your docking/sailing times. Our Bus Tour Includes: • Admission To The Famous Blarney Castle & Gardens • Shopping at Blarney Woolen Mills - The Worlds Largest Irish Store • Driving Tour of Unique Cork City • Free Time in Picturesque Kinsale for lunch and exploring • The Option of a Free Walking Tour in Kinsale • A Visit To The Magnificent St. Coleman's Cathedral Up to 8 hours Tour day (Tour times are tailored to work with your docking/sailing times) Our bus tour departs/returns right at your ship in Cobh/Cork We're based in Cobh and have over 50 years experience. Our driver/guides are all locals and have lots of interesting facts, fascinating history, fun stories, songs and jokes.
From €60Full-Day Tour of the Dingle Peninsula, Slea Head, and Inch Beach
This tour with top rated local Driver/Guides on Tripadvisor and de lux vehicles is most popular tour in Killarney. Sit back and let our superb Driver/Guides give you a memorable day out. Dingle Peninsula ( 7 hours duration) has the most rugged coastline in Ireland . A great deal of traditional Irish heritage is maintained in this Irish-speaking region ( Gaeltacht). Considered by many to have some of Europe’s most spectacular scenery and also supports both a rare and unique assortment of flora and fauna. Slea Head is the most westerly point in Europe and standing there, looking towards America, instils a feeling of excitement and empathy with the millions of emigrants who took this route.Enjoy splendid views around Slea Head, especially the Blasket Islands. The tour also takes in the countryside where David Lean filmed Ryan’s Daughter and the landscape backdrops for the Irish scenes of the Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman filmed Far and Away. Enjoy lunch in world renowned Dingle Town.
From €89Shore Excursion From Cork: Including Blarney Castle and Kinsale
The tour begins with a pick up from the cruise liner terminal in Cobh, Cork Harbour, where your driver will be waiting for you to drive to Blarney Castle. Admission to the Blarney Castle and Gardens is included. Take a panoramic drive through Cork City, where your guide will point out the highlights of the southern capital. In the afternoon visit Kinsale and tour Cobh.
From €51.292-hour Guided Mini Eco Tour at Dingle, Ireland
The Mini Eco Tour takes you further along the Wild Atlantic coastline, past towering cliffs, and some of the most jaw-dropping scenery on Ireland's west coast. Our enthusiastic local guides love what they do. They'll bring the coastline to life with stories, local knowledge, and a sharp eye on the water, we always keep an eye out for wildlife, and we're often lucky enough to spot something. Dolphins, seabirds, and other marine life, the Atlantic has a habit of surprising you. What makes this tour unique: • You sail further, out along a wild, unspoiled coastline most visitors never see • Our guides are local, their stories make the scenery come alive • Every trip is different, you never know what might appear on the water • Two hours to switch off, breathe in the Atlantic air. All ages welcome. Dingle's longest-running boat tour company since 1987. Please remember wildlife is exactly that – wild – and we cannot guarantee any sightings of marine wildlife on any tour.
From €18Kinsale Cruise, Kinsale ( 50 minutes)
Experience Kinsale like never before with our one-of-a-kind boat tour! This adventure combines rich culture, fascinating insights, relaxation, and breath-taking views that you won't want to miss. With its remarkable historic sites, Kinsale offers a unique vantage point from the water, allowing you to truly appreciate the beauty and significance of the area. The engaging commentary shares captivating stories and legends, enriching your understanding of how this charming town has evolved through the centuries.
From €101.55Shore Excursion: Cork and Blarney Castle Visit from Cobh by Train
Depart Cobh Railway Station for a scenic train ride to Cork to visit the Blarney Castle and Gardens on this 6.5-hour tour. Kiss the Blarney Stone if you want, then explore Cork on a city tour, before returning to Cobh. Once you’re back in Cobh, visit the cemetery to learn about the victims of the Lusitania, before being returned to your ship.