Top South West Ireland Half-day Tours - page 3

Unearth hidden gems and embark on an exclusive tour of County Clare that takes you to experience Quin Abbey, Craggaunowen, and Bunratty Castle all in one day. Allow your chauffeur to guide you through the Eastern parts of County Clare, discovering the countryside landscapes and quaint villages along the way. Stay refreshed with complimentary bottled water and stay connected with onboard Wi-Fi as you venture off the beaten path.

Our boat tour, based in Kinsale, County Cork, provides family-friendly boat tours of Kinsale Harbour and the Bandon River. We offer mackerel and lobster fishing, interaction with wildlife, and sightseeing tours in Kinsale Harbour. Explore Kinsale Harbour's man-made fortifications, natural coves, islands, beaches, and wildlife with your tour guide, in Kinsale in County Cork. The boat trips explore the natural beauty of Kinsale Harbour. The tour is narrated by your Captain so you are guaranteed a great craic on your day out The business operates a pleasure cruise skippered by an experienced navigator and his canine first mate. Born into a seafaring family, your captain has spent most of his life around boats and served as a navigations officer for forty years in the merchant navy. Brian is enamored by the sea and very passionate about sharing the beauty of his local area of Kinsale.

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.

The Gap of Dunloe Tour is a must do for visitors to Killarney. The ‘Adventure’ begins daily from our head office at O’Connor’s Pub, 7 High St., Killarney at 10:00am for check in. We can also collect clients from their accommodation in the Killarney area. Your journey begins with a bus trip to Kate Kearney’s Cottage or Ross Castle (recommended starting point for walkers as it allows more time). From here visitors make the 7 mile walk (please allow 2.5 to 3 hours for the walk). For those who do not wish to walk Jaunting cart’s are also available (at extra cost of €25 per person) to take the clients through the natural unspoilt beauty of the Black Valley, a walker’s paradise. Upon reaching Lord Brandon’s Cottage, there will be time to enjoy refreshments (not included) at the Cafe, before taking your boat trip through the Lakes of Killarney to Ross Castle where your bus will be waiting to take you back to Killarney. As noted, this tour can also be done in reverse.

Each Tour is Unique, we tailor each Tour to our Client's wishes, so if you wish to take a closer look at the “Skellig Islands” by Boat, visit some of the finest whiskey distilleries, or take in the most spectacular cliffs in Ireland, we bring your dreams alive, providing memories that will live forever. Our promise to you is that “The Let’s Explore – Guided Tour of the “The Iveragh Peninsula”” will be Educational – Engaging and above all else Fun, Told by our Tour Guides who are Historians and Poets who encapsulate Kerry in a way Like no other. Our Local Guides are Passionate about the Ring of Kerry. So Invest some time and join us on The Let’s Explore – Tour of The Ring of Kerry.

This exhilarating walk in the Burren National Park with an qualified local guide to explore nature up close, can only be reached on foot and then experience the aromatic Burren Perfumery. Climb your way up into the mountains and be rewarded with magnificent views of the surrounding area while gaining an insight into the flora and fauna and archaeological remnants of a life long-gone by. Then tour a family farm, seeing a range of animals including Midge the Shetland Pony! Finally, visit the Burren Perfumery and herb garden. This is a small, west of Ireland-based company making cosmetics & perfumes inspired by the landscape around it. Everything is made on site, by hand, in small batches. The Burren Perfumery shop is a treasure! In apothecary chic surroundings you will discover a handpicked collection of some of the finest niche perfumes, soaps, lotions & potions. Wander through the aromatic herb garden, and finally relax in the beautiful cafe with a cup of tea & some homemade delights.

Grab your walking shoes and set out on a scenic private guided hike through the Irish countryside from Sneem. Follow your guide, a qualified mountain leader, towards Knocknagantee in the Dunkerron Mountains, then branch off to explore Coomanassig waterfall and Eagles Lake. Pack some snacks or a light lunch to enjoy by the falls before returning to Sneem in the early afternoon.

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 Ireland beyond the coast of West Cork with this ferry tour departing from Schull. Climb aboard a boat at Schull Pier for a full-day sightseeing tour on the water. Visit Cape Clear Island and enjoy free time to explore the island’s history and landmarks, including castles and churches. After lunch, re-board the ferry for a scenic trip to the Fastnet Rock Lighthouse.

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.

A tour for food and history lovers! Allow us to take you on a culinary and historical adventure around Cork, a city steeped in history and regarded as the foodie capital of Ireland. You will explore its most iconic spots and also venture off the beaten track. The day is not all walking though. There will be three different food stops along the way where you can enjoy amazing local produce and cuisine. Experience the true soul of this lovely city. You’ll finish your day with a head full of knowledge and a full, happy belly…. Be sure to arrive hungry!

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.