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Killarney Lake Cruise: Lough Leane & Ross Castle 1 Hour
Killarney Lake Cruise: Lough Leane & Ross Castle 1 Hour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.66 (173)55mYou board at Ross Castle, cruise Lough Leane for a full hour with heated cabin comfort, and hear the complete history of the 15th-century castle, Innisfallen Island's 640 AD monastery, and the landscape around you. Wildlife sightings are possible but not guaranteed. The fixed departure point at the castle means no separate transfer, and the hour fits easily into a morning or afternoon in Killarney.Is it for me?Book this if you want the history and landscape of Killarney without arranging your own boat or spending half a day on the water — the fixed hour and departure point at the castle itself mean you're on the lake and back in time for lunch or another stop.Free cancellationTravelers' pickMost bookedfrom€ 18View ›
Dingle Bay: 1-Hour Cliff & Lighthouse Boat Tour
Dingle Bay: 1-Hour Cliff & Lighthouse Boat Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (162)1hYou board at Dingle Harbour and spend an hour on the water with a local guide, passing Eask Tower, Dingle Lighthouse, and dramatic cliff faces while the route adjusts to weather and sea conditions. Life jackets are available if you want them, and the tour suits all ages and fitness levels. Book direct with the company that's been running this since 1987.Is it for me?Book this if you're in Dingle for a short time and want to see the bay from the water without arranging a longer excursion — the one-hour length and direct harbour departure mean you're on the cliffs and back in town before lunch.Free cancellationTravelers' pickTop ratedfrom€ 22View ›
Dingle Peninsula eBike Tour: Slea Head & Gallarus Oratory
Dingle Peninsula eBike Tour: Slea Head & Gallarus Oratory★★★★★★★★★★ 4.69 (131)2h–3hYou ride an electric bike around the Dingle Peninsula on a half-day loop that includes Gallarus Oratory, coastal views of the Blasket Islands, and stops at filming locations and historic sites. GPS commentary in your helmet explains the history and legends as you go. The route is designed for first-timers, with instruction, mechanical support, and a high-vis safety bib included. You're back in Dingle with time left in the day.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to cover the Dingle Peninsula's highlights in a half-day without driving or hiking, and you're comfortable on a bike. The electric assist handles the coastal climbs, which is what makes the full loop manageable in three to four hours.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 60View ›
Dingle: Blasket Islands Wildlife RIB Tour & Sea Caves
Dingle: Blasket Islands Wildlife RIB Tour & Sea Caves★★★★★★★★★★ 4.85 (131)2h 30mYou’ll ride a fast RIB from Dingle to the Blasket Islands with a local marine biologist as your guide, getting close to dolphins, seals, maybe even whales if you’re lucky. Explore sea caves and spot puffins while wrapped up in waterproof gear — and come back feeling windswept and wide awake.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 105View ›
Blarney Castle & Gardens: Skip-the-Line Access & Village Walk
Blarney Castle & Gardens: Skip-the-Line Access & Village Walk★★★★★★★★★★ 4.67 (130)2h 30mYou skip the ticket line at Blarney Castle, kiss the famous stone with your guide steadying you, and walk the 15th-century grounds while learning the real history. After the castle, you explore Blarney Village on foot and have free time to shop at an authentic Irish woollen mills. The whole experience is guided by a local professional, and entry to the castle is included — you just show up and walk in.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see Blarney Castle without losing an hour to the ticket queue, and who are comfortable with a morning of walking over uneven ground and climbing stairs — that terrain is what gives you access to the castle's real highlights and the village's character.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 66View ›
Limerick: River Shannon Kayaking & Canoeing Tour with Local Stories
Limerick: River Shannon Kayaking & Canoeing Tour with Local Stories★★★★★★★★★★ 4.89 (130)1h 30mYou’ll paddle through Limerick’s heart on the River Shannon with a local guide sharing stories and games along the way. Expect laughs, city views from water level, and close encounters with wildlife—even if you’ve never held a paddle before. This kayaking tour leaves you feeling part of both river and city at once.Free cancellationKids −19%from€ 50View ›
Cobh: Blarney Castle & Cork by Train with Lusitania Cemetery
Cobh: Blarney Castle & Cork by Train with Lusitania Cemetery★★★★★★★★★★ 4.55 (129)6h 30mYou board a train at Cobh station, ride it to Cork to explore Blarney Castle and its gardens, kiss the stone if you choose, spend time in Blarney Village and Cork's English Market, then return to Cobh to visit St. Colman's Cathedral and the Lusitania cemetery before heading back to your ship. Transport, escort, and live commentary are all included; lunch is on you.Is it for me?Right for cruise passengers with a port stop in Cobh who want to see Blarney Castle and Cork without arranging their own transport — the fixed schedule and escort mean you're back to the ship on time. Expect six and a half hours on your feet and moving between locations; that's what fits the train ride, the castle, the city, and the cemetery into one port day.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 102View ›
Kinsale Boat Tour: 50 minutes past two centuries of forts
Kinsale Boat Tour: 50 minutes past two centuries of forts★★★★★★★★★★ 4.80 (127)50mYou spend fifty minutes on the water seeing Charles Fort, James Fort, and Ringrone Castle from angles you can't get from land, with wildlife spotting and a run up the Bandon River. The boat includes heated indoor seating, outdoor decks, toilet facilities, and a bar. No need to arrange your own transport or timing — you show up at the quay, and the departure is fixed.Is it for me?This works well if you want Kinsale's history and harbor views without arranging your own boat or timing multiple land-based stops — the fixed fifty-minute route covers the main forts and castles in one departure, and the heated lounge means weather doesn't stop the trip.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −44%from€ 18View ›
Killarney: Lakes Boat Tour & Gap of Dunloe Jaunting Cart
Killarney: Lakes Boat Tour & Gap of Dunloe Jaunting Cart★★★★★★★★★★ 4.68 (120)5hYou get picked up by bus, spend ninety minutes on a boat through Killarney's three lakes with views of Ross Castle and the Meeting of the Waters, then transfer to a jaunting cart for a two-hour climb through the Gap of Dunloe. The cart ride is paid separately in cash to the driver at the cottage—budget €120 per cart for up to four people—and the return bus brings you back to town by afternoon.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see Killarney's lakes and mountains in one day without arranging their own transport. Plan for a full day out—the boat and cart together take most of the daylight—and expect the jaunting cart to be a working ride on a mountain track, not a smooth scenic drive.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 65View ›
Clonakilty Distillery Tour & Whiskey Tasting, Two Tastings
Clonakilty Distillery Tour & Whiskey Tasting, Two Tastings★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (115)1h 15mYou get a one-hour guided walk through a working distillery, watch a film of the family farm, and taste two award-winning whiskeys with expert commentary. Everything is wheelchair accessible, and the whole experience wraps in about 90 minutes, leaving your afternoon free.Is it for me?Right for whiskey drinkers or curious spirits travelers who want to understand how it's made without a long commitment. The one-hour tour means you can fit it into a Cork day trip and still have time to explore the West Cork coast or return to the city.Free cancellationKids −100%from€ 20View ›
Kinsale Culinary Tour: Cork Food & Harbor Walk
Kinsale Culinary Tour: Cork Food & Harbor Walk★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (113)3hYou walk through Kinsale's harbor and narrow streets with a local guide, tasting award-winning Cork cheese, fresh oysters, seafood chowder, sausage rolls, local chocolate, and ice cream — all included with an Irish coffee to start. The pace is slow enough to hear the stories behind the food and the town's history, and quick enough to finish before the afternoon crowds arrive. Book if you want to eat your way into a place rather than just pass through it.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to understand a place through its food and local stories rather than a quick highlight reel — the walking pace and small-group format mean you actually absorb the town instead of rushing through it.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −80%from€ 150View ›
Killarney: Horseback Riding Trail in Knockreer Estate
Killarney: Horseback Riding Trail in Knockreer Estate★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (104)1hYou’ll meet your horse at stables just outside Killarney town before heading into Knockreer Estate with a local guide. Expect muddy shoes, laughter, maybe a nervous start—but soon you’ll settle into the rhythm of riding past Lough Lein’s misty edges and listening for deer among ancient trees. It’s less about perfect riding than feeling part of this wild place for an hour or so.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 107View ›
Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Limerick: Killarney National Park
Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Limerick: Killarney National Park★★★★★★★★★★ 4.01 (99)11hA full-day Ring of Kerry tour from Limerick takes you through Killarney National Park, past Torc Waterfall, and along the peninsula's most photographed stretches—Inch Beach, Waterville, Sneem and Dingle Bay. The coach departs Limerick at 8am with live commentary, returns by 7pm, and includes all entry fees and transport. Pickup is available at Arthur's Quay or Singland Motors Circle K; if you're staying in Adare, collection is at 8:30am.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're arriving in Limerick without a car or staying outside the city—pickup is arranged at three locations, and the 11-hour day means you don't navigate the Ring of Kerry's winding mountain passes yourself or hunt for parking at each stop. The fixed 8am departure and 7pm return give you a full day of the peninsula without the logistics.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −27%from€ 55View ›
Killarney: Lakes Cruise from Ross Castle with Guide & Live Stories
Killarney: Lakes Cruise from Ross Castle with Guide & Live Stories★★★★★★★★★★ 4.75 (97)1hYou’ll board at Ross Castle for a gentle lake cruise through Killarney’s wild scenery—ancient islands, old forests, distant mountains all around you. Hear local stories from your guide as you pass Innisfallen’s monastery and spot wildlife along the shore. It’s peaceful and easygoing, with space to relax or just watch light shift across the water.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefrom€ 20View ›
Dingle Tasting Tour: 3-hour food & drink walk
Dingle Tasting Tour: 3-hour food & drink walk★★★★★★★★★★ 4.59 (95)3hYou'll taste seafood, beef, chowder, beer and ice cream at Dingle's best-known restaurants and pubs over 2.5 to 3 hours, with a guide who knows the owners and the stories behind each dish. Groups stay small, and the tastings are exclusive to tour participants. Book the morning slot if you want a quick hit, or the afternoon if you'd rather linger and ask questions.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste Dingle's best food without spending the day figuring out which restaurants to visit or what to order — the guide handles the route and the portions are designed to let you sample everything in one sitting.Free cancellationfrom€ 125View ›
Killarney National Park Horseback Ride: Guided Trail
Killarney National Park Horseback Ride: Guided Trail★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (92)2hA 2-hour guided horseback ride through Killarney National Park takes you into the Knockreer Estate and past Lough Lein, the largest of the park's three lakes. The stables operate year-round from 9am daily, and all groups are guided with instruction tailored to beginner, intermediate and experienced riders. Horse, helmet and boots are included; children must be at least 8 years old, and riders need to arrive 30 minutes early to prepare.Is it for me?Choose this if you're riding at a walk or trot through open parkland—the guide sets a steady pace suitable for mixed abilities, and the stables match you with a horse on the day.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 177View ›
Killarney: Jaunting Car Ride & Lake Cruise with Ross Castle
Killarney: Jaunting Car Ride & Lake Cruise with Ross Castle★★★★★★★★★★ 4.68 (91)1h 45mYou’ll ride a traditional jaunting car through Killarney’s wild green parklands with a local Jarvey sharing stories as you go. Then step onto a glass-covered boat at Ross Castle for a gentle cruise across Lough Léin, listening to legends and watching for red deer along the shore. Expect moments of calm between laughter and Irish weather surprises—it all adds up to something quietly memorable.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −33%from€ 73View ›
Kinsale: Electric Bike Tour with Stops at Charles Fort & Old Head
Kinsale: Electric Bike Tour with Stops at Charles Fort & Old Head★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (90)3hYou’ll ride an electric bike through Kinsale’s colorful streets and along its old town walls with a local guide leading the way. Expect stops at Charles Fort for windswept harbor views, quick chats about centuries-old landmarks, and time to soak up Atlantic air before heading back — it’s more than just sightseeing; it’s feeling part of Kinsale for a few hours.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom€ 75View ›
Innisfallen Island tour, Killarney: 6th-century monastic ruins
Innisfallen Island tour, Killarney: 6th-century monastic ruins★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (89)1h–1h 30mThis guided boat tour takes you from Ross Castle to Innisfallen Island, a monastic settlement founded in the early 6th century in the middle of Killarney's largest lake. You walk the island's perimeter — about 25 minutes around — past historic ruins, open green areas, and often red and sika deer moving through the site. The tour runs 1 to 1.5 hours total, with a certified skipper as your guide, and you can request extra time on the island if you want to linger.Is it for me?The tour runs in English with a skipper who uses conversation and humor rather than a formal script, so it works well for anyone who prefers a relaxed, personal commentary over a structured narration. If you want flexibility on the island itself — time to wander the ruins without a tight schedule — you can request extra time and the skippers will arrange it.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −37%from€ 20View ›
Ring of Kerry Private Tour: Skellig Ring, Cliffs & Stone Fort
Ring of Kerry Private Tour: Skellig Ring, Cliffs & Stone Fort★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (89)7h–8hYou’ll travel Ireland’s wild edges on this private Ring of Kerry day trip—feel mist at Torc Waterfall, walk windswept cliffs above Skellig waters, taste local chocolate, and climb ancient stone walls with your guide’s stories echoing around you.Free cancellationfrom · per group€ 650View ›
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