Day Trips in South West Ireland

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Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National ParkFrom EUR 59
4.4 11 h

Ring 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.

Ring Of Kerry TourFrom EUR 49
4.8 7 h 30 min

Ring 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.

Blarney Castle and Kinsale Tour from CorkFrom EUR 59
4.4 9 h 30 min

Blarney 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).

Full-Day Tour of the Dingle Peninsula, Slea Head, and Inch BeachFrom EUR 60
4.8 6 h 30 min

Full-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.

Private Tour Blarney, Kinsale & Cobh .The Best Cork has to offer.From EUR 560
5.0 6 h

Private 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.

Shore Excursion From Cork: Including Blarney Castle and KinsaleFrom EUR 89
4.2 8 h

Shore 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.

Shore Excursion: Cork and Blarney Castle Visit from Cobh by TrainFrom EUR 102
4.6 6 h 30 min

Shore 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.

Private Ring of Kerry tour, Kerry Cliffs from Killarney clockwiseFrom EUR 318
4.9 6 h

Private Ring of Kerry tour, Kerry Cliffs from Killarney clockwise

Private Tour of the Ring of Kerry in a passenger vehicle with an experienced guide. The tour is private so we can customise it and visit places not available for big tour buses. Places like Kerry Cliffs which are up to a 1K feet above sea level and our cliffs are higher then Cliffs of Moher.

Cliffs of Moher Day Tour from Limerick: Wild Atlantic WayFrom EUR 64
4.0 7 h

Cliffs of Moher Day Tour from Limerick: Wild Atlantic Way

This day tour departs daily from Limerick City and heads to the scenic West Coast of Ireland! Start the day with a scenic drive through County Clare and continue to the Cliffs of Moher where you'll stop for 1.5 hours. Visitor charges at the Cliffs are included in the tour price and you will receive a complimentary ticket to the award winning Atlantic Edge exhibition, which examines different elements of the mighty Cliffs of Moher. The tour takes you through part of the Wild Atlantic Way and you will experience striking views of the Aran Islands on clear days. The region surrounding the cliffs is known as the Burren region, marvel at this unusual rocky landscape as we drive! Enjoy a short photo and rest stop at Bunratty Castle, before your return to Limerick! This one day tour offers superb value for money, and operates 364 days a year!

Blarney Castle, Kinsale & Cork City CentreFrom EUR 1,050
5.0 7 h

Blarney Castle, Kinsale & Cork City Centre

Overview of your Cork tour: Did you know that the Blarney Castle originally dates from before the 12th Century? It has beautiful stone fortifications, accessible rooms and battlements, and it's surrounded with gorgeous extensive gardens which in and of themselves present various attractions such as several natural rock formations. At the top of the castle lies the Stone of Eloquence - better known as the Blarney Stone. Here, you'll be able to hang upside down over a sheer drop to kiss the stone (which is said to give you the gift of eloquence). There are paths touring the grounds that lead to the Blarney House, which overlooks a nearby lake. Enjoy an idyllic day in the beautiful Blarney village and venture exploring the Blarney Castle and its grounds, before returning to Cork City for further exploration of our culture!

Kerry Cliffs via Skellig Ring and Ring of KerryFrom EUR 80
5.0 8 h 30 min

Kerry Cliffs via Skellig Ring and Ring of Kerry

We are the only operator going from Killarney Daily to the Kerry Cliffs. We will be carrying out our tour in small groups on Modern Mid Sized Buses. Because of this, we can travel to places that other buses can't access. Since all of our Driver/Guides are local they have the most in depth knowledge of the surrounding area.