Top South West Ireland Half-day Tours - page 2

On this scenic tour around the Slea Head Drive we discover and take in astounding vistas and visit historical sites along the way. As well as improving your overall photography and composition with any camera or phone, I’m more than happy to use my own photo skills to take amazing photos of you in the gorgeous backdrop of the Dingle Peninsula.  Simply sit back, relax and enjoy this wonderful tour or if you’re capturing precious moments at the fabulous locations we’re visiting, I’ll provide tips and tuition on how to improve your holiday photography with any camera or phone. All our locations are easy to access with no strenuous walking or climbing! I’ve been a regular visitor to the Dingle Peninsula throughout my life as my mother was originally from Dingle. I’ve been living here for over 20 years and I have spent the best part of the last 30 years discovering great locations and the best spots to capture the beauty of the area as a local landscape photographer.

Discover the rich history of Inis Cealtra, also known as Holy Island, with a unique eBike tour from either Killaloe or Tuamgraney. Cycle along the scenic shores of Lough Derg before enjoying a boat ride to the island. Spend an hour exploring ancient monastic ruins before cycling back to your starting point. This tour offers a perfect blend of outdoor adventure and cultural insight for small groups of up to six people, ensuring an intimate experience. Whether you're a beginner or more experienced, choose from easy to moderate cycling options to suit your level. - Tour duration: 3 to 4 hours, depending on start point - Maximum group size of 6 for a personalized experience - Explore the historic buildings of Inis Cealtra for an hour - Coffee stop at Mountshannon before your boat ride

Download GuideAlong’s Ring of Kerry audio tour and discover one of Ireland’s most famous scenic drives. This 125-mile route circles the Iveragh Peninsula, taking you past rugged coastline, rolling hills, historic castles, and some of the country’s most memorable views. Travel to the stunning Kerry Cliffs and visit iconic landmarks including Ross Castle, Ladies View, Staigue Stone Fort, and the Gap of Dunloe. Along the way, hear stories of medieval clans, whiskey smugglers, and Ireland’s fight for independence. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates

This is transport for 1 passenger and their bike through the 3 lakes of Killarney National Park. Boats leave Ross Castle at 10.30am only each morning and travel to Lord Brandon's Cottage in the Gap of Dunloe. Highlights along the way include a visit to Innisfallen Island to see the 7th century Monastic ruins and the chance to see some of our White Tailed Eagles. The distance from Lord Brandon's Cottage to Killarney is 25km, cyclists should be aware of some steep ascents and descents. Good news is that this isn't a race! After having lunch at Lord Brandon's Cottage, cyclists can travel through the Gap of Dunloe at their leisure. Stopping to have a drink at the Kate Kearney's Cottage is definitely recommended before continuing to Killarney. This is a great way to see the Gap of Dunloe at your own pace. Please note that bike rental is not included in the tour, nor is the cycle guided. Passengers must secure their own bike rental in Killarney before progressing to Ross Castle.

Experience Killarney’s old-time charms the old-fashioned way in a horse carriage, or jaunting car, with your own personal “jarvey” driver/guide. Trot through the grounds of 15th-century Ross Castle, get a taste of Killarney National Park, and see sights including the cathedral and Lough Leane lake. Wrap up with a quintessentially modern experience: pizza and craft beer at the Killarney Brewing Company.

Experience the world’s only daily placenames walking tour, an intimate, luxury experience (max 8 guests) along the stunning Wild Atlantic Way. Regularly featured on TV and in the media, this unique tour unlocks the hidden history of Castlehaven through its placenames—revealing Viking traders, Gaelic chieftains, and long-lost ways of life. Discover names like Carrig na Saighneoirí, a tiny headland named after the medieval pilchard fishermen who made the O’Driscolls and O’Donovans as wealthy as European royalty. Explore Beann tSídháin (peak of the faeries ) and An Glaisín Álainn (the beautiful little stream), where the landscape itself tells a story. Your experience includes a gourmet picnic of West Cork cheese, smoked seafood from Union Hall, and Celine’s home baking, making this an unforgettable blend of culture, history, and artisan food. 12:00 Noon Daily | Max 8 Guests | Includes Artisan Picnic

Explore Killarney at an easy pace with a private jaunting car ride led by a local guide. Traveling by horse-drawn carriage avoids long walks while giving direct access to the park’s highlights, from oak woodlands to Ross Castle. Along the way, gain insights into Killarney’s history and heritage. The tour concludes with a full afternoon tea including coffee and/or tea, providing both a cultural tradition and a relaxed finish to your visit.

Explore Ireland beyond Killarney—without having to plan a route or hire a car—on this full-day tour. Head out to explore the Ring of Kerry, MacGillycuddy Reeks, Dingle Bay, and Kenmare Bay. Pass through Ladies View and the Lakes of Killarney, all while soaking up the scenery and gaining plenty of local insight from your driver-guide.

Experience the Cliffs of Moher, The Burren, Poulnabrone Dolmen, Lisdoonvarna, Corkscrew Hill and Doolin at your own pace with this private tour for up to 4 people in your group. Leaving at a time that suits you from your accommodation, I will pick you up at your chosen time, from your location and can stop at any point along the way. You can stop at locations you have heard about or locations on the way you take a liking to. I aim to please my tourist. This tour is for 1 - 4 people travelling in a new Saloon vehicle with AC. You can chose to take the ride all by yourself, or with a group of up to no more than 4 people. I will provide you with as much bottle water as you like for the journey. Pick up times are any time from your Hotel / Accommodation with return approximately 5 hours later.

Our Wild Atlantic Way walk in the heart of the West Kerry Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking area) will bring you along the cliffs of Dunquin, overlooking the Blasket Island archipelago. The Dingle Peninsula is steeped in rich heritage and culture. Kevin, your guide, will impart some of this while walking through its landscape. Kevin will enrich the walk with stories of the ancient past, the recent past right up to today, and plenty of Irish folklore, myth, legend, history, and geology—a very enriching experience all around in some beautiful landscape. The rhythm and pace of walking lend themselves to good conversation, and when you throw the inspirational scenery of the Dingle Peninsula into that mix, it all adds up to a great place and space to spend time with friends and family or just go solo. The distance covered will be approximately 3 miles (5km) on mostly flat terrain, which is very doable.

You will walk from the Car Park to the top and Bray Head and discover the history of this part of Valentia from the neolithic period to modern time. All with amazing view of the Skelligs, the Atlantic, Portmagee, and the entrance to Valentia Harbour. The walk starts in the carpark, looking onto Foilhomurrun Bay. This is where the first transatlantic cable came ashore and is also the site of a Cromwellian fort. After this you will follow the track up Bray head. Along the way you will see standing stones, ancient field enclosures, the unique ruins of Crompeol village, monastic huts with stone carvings, and finally the signal tower from the Napoleonic period. A walk through thousands of years of history in some of the most beautiful landscape in Ireland. The tour will be given by a local historian experienced in historical walks around Valentia and South Kerry, making it a unique tour.

Spare yourself the hassle of navigating the Dingle Peninsula on this handy transport-only door-to-door tour. Visit local craftsmen, from Dingle Crystal to Louis Mulcahy Pottery and the Dingle Distillery; soak up the views at Slea Head Drive and the Conor Pass; and see historic sites like Dunbeg Fort, Gallarus Oratory, and Kilmalkedar Church.

When you’re on a schedule you want to see as much as possible in the time you have - which is exactly why we have created this half day (4 hour) private tour! Skip the crowded coaches and the stress of navigating Kerry’s famous winding roads. With Killarney Executive Tour Co., you can enjoy a personalised, door-to-door service that adapts to your pace - this is your chance to see the essence of Kerry through the eyes of a local. Why Choose this Tour: Tailored to You: From the historic Muckross Estate to the rugged views of the Ring of Kerry, we build the route around your preferences. Personalised Pace: Want to spend an extra few minutes capturing the perfect photo at Torc Waterfall? No problem. It’s your tour. Executive Comfort: Relax in a high-end vehicle suited for 1–3 or 4–6 passengers, providing a quiet space for conversation and storytelling. The Local Touch: Your guide doesn't just drive; they bring the history and landscape of Kerry to life with authentic local insight.

Explore the breathtaking landscapes and places around Kenmare, County Kerry with an immersive and relaxed photography tour. We offer a unique way to witness the beauty of our region. Led by Kenmare's local studio photographer Nick Cavanagh, our small-group tour offers you a photographer's perspective, allowing you to improve your skills in the best locations. During the 3 hours, we unveil the lesser visited areas around Kenmare and share essential techniques to empower you to capture remarkable photographs. Nick will guide you through each shot, provide instruction, and offer valuable feedback on composition and camera settings. During the workshop, we can help you move from Automatic to Manual mode, unlocking the full potential of your camera. All you need to bring are your best camera and comfortable walking shoes. Our small group tours are suitable for 1-3 people and (non-photographers are welcome to join the experience).

We are based in the famous town of Killarney in Co. Kerry, Ireland. Killarney is the perfect place for photographers with the most picturesque locations in Ireland. We also run tours in various scenic and exciting locations on Ireland’s west coast, also known as the Wild Atlantic Way. Your tour guide, Micheál O’Sullivan, is an experienced, professional photographer and considered a leading authority on Irish landscape photography.

Discover picturesque Slea Head Drive, one of Ireland’s most scenic routes and part of the Dingle Peninsula, on this chauffeur-guided tour. Travel comfortably in a luxury vehicle as you visit historic sites such as Kilmalkedar Church, pass by villages and beaches, and take in stunning views of the Blasket Islands and the Skellig Islands.

If you want to learn about Dublin’s darks side, take this nighttime tour that will enlighten you to Dublin’s haunted history with sotries of ghosts and mysterious creatures only seen in darkness. You’ll visit a haunted castle, prison, church, and cemetery, and hear stories from your guide of the paranormal study and investigations of Ireland of hte past. Don’t be too sacared, your guide will be with you the entire time.

This tour visits some of the most idyllic locations in County Clare. Tell us if you have speicific requests!

On the Cork City and Kinsale tour visit the hidden gems of the city before going to the culinary capital of Ireland the iconic town of Kinsale with spectacular cliff top views.Hear all about the history of Cork from your tour guide who's passion for this beautiful place will shine through with his storytelling and traditional music as we meander our way through the city and county.Having completed The National Tour Guide Certification and a promise that i deliver all tours myself you are guaranteed a National Tour Guide as your driver. Multi day tours available on request.

Embark on an exhilarating exploration of the enchanting landscapes of West Cork with our eBike Adventure. This brand new tour is a unique, hilly spin that is nearly all on bóithríní, the narrow country lanes typical of rural Ireland. The sophisticated suspension of our state-of-the-art eBikes makes tackling these slopes a breeze, opening up the undulating terrain for us to explore like never before. Starting and finishing in the picturesque village of Leap on the Wild Atlantic Way, this thrilling circuit weaves through the heart of West Cork, reaching out to the captivating corners of Myross, Leap, Rosscarbery, and Glandore. With a distance of approximately 40 kilometers, our e-bike tour is a delightful combination of natural beauty, rich history, and cultural heritage. This tour promises a feast for your senses.

On tour with your guide Sean, expect to hear lots of storytelling and music as we meander our way through the beautiful West Cork countryside. Expect to be blown away by the awesome scenery and spectacular sights that West Cork has to offer. Its rugged, unspoilt beauty makes it a must-see part of the Emerald Isle, which will be truly memorable.Having completed The National Tour Guide Certification and a promise that i deliver all tours myself you are guaranteed a National Tour Guide as your driver. Multi day tours available on request.

Maximize time in Killarney with a private, full-day tour. Get picked up at your hotel or the address of your choice in Killarney and set out on a sightseeing excursion with a local guide. Customize the itinerary according to your interests or check out popular landmarks including Killarney National Park, the Torc Waterfall, Muckross Abbey, and more. Learn about culture and heritage during the tour from an accredited guide.

As one of Ireland's oldest cities Limerick has a lot of history and a lot of stories to tell. I usually contact visitors in advance so they can express their wishes and if they wish to do so I can amend the tour or book attractions in Limerick they would like to visit, subject to availability. A guided walk of Ireland's best city by a fully insured and fully qualified, professional tourist guide. During the tour, you will hear about the history of Limerick, from its Viking past to the present, and you'll see some lovely sites along the way. You will see St. Mary's Cathedral, the Treaty Stone, King John's Castle, and the Hunt Museum. Your guide is fully certified, has completed the Fáilte Ireland safety charter, is a full ATGI and ITGA member, and has over 20 years of experience. The tour is child-friendly and animal friendly, but I do ask people to let me know if they are bringing children or service animals.

Explore beyond the coastline in Ireland with this tour departing Baltimore in West Cork to see the Fastnet Rock Lighthouse and Cape Clear Island. Board a ferry to Cape Clear Island and visit historic landmarks including a castle and church. Return to the boat for the journey to see the Fastnet Rock Lighthouse; keep an eye out for wildlife including dolphins and whales during the voyage.