Killarney, the Ring of Kerry & Dingle Delights

Day 1

After joining your holiday coach, we travel to South Wales to catch our ferry to Ireland. During our crossing, enjoy a two-course dinner on board before continuing to our overnight hotel in Waterford.

Day 2

We check out our hotel and head to the historic Blarney Castle and Gardens this morning. Built nearly six hundred years ago, you'll find the famous stone, which legends say gives the gift of eloquence to all who kiss it. The castle's sixty-acre gardens are one of the most visited in Ireland and home to the magical Rock Close with ancient Yew trees and druidic stones. After some free time, we continue to Killarney, where we will enjoy a four-night stay here.

Day 3

Enjoy a traditional horse-drawn Jaunting Car ride in Killarney today. Experience Ireland's most traditional mode of transport around Killarney National Park, stopping at Ross Castle to embark on a relaxing cruise on Lough Leane, the area's largest lake.

Day 4

A memorable day awaits us as we head to the Iveragh Peninsula, exploring the scenic loop known famously as the Ring of Kerry, Ireland’s most spectacular mountain road enjoying truly stunning panoramic coastline views. The drive takes us along the banks of the River Laune through Killorglin before enjoying amazing views along Dingle Bay with panoramic photo opportunity stops en route to the village of Waterville – a favourite of Charlie Chaplin, hence the statue in his honour. Continuing via Kells, we also stop in the charming village of Sneem, one of Ireland’s most colourful villages which was a regular holiday choice of Charles de Gaulle. We return via the breathtaking Molls Gap to Killarney National Park, one of the most beautiful and admired national parks in the world, with another photo opportunity stop at the scenic viewpoint of Ladies View en route back to the hotel.

Day 5

A full day tour of the Dingle Peninsula, familiar as the location for filming of the 1970’s film “Ryan’s Daughter” - it stretches 30 miles into the Atlantic Ocean, dominated by the range of mountains that form its spine, and a coastline consisting of steep sea-cliffs and sandy beaches. We travel via Castlemaine and Inch Beach to our main stop of the day in the fishing village of Dingle, the only town on the peninsula with an array of fine restaurants and pubs where we include a short 1 hour boat harbour cruise exploring Dingle Bay with  an enlightening commentary – learn about the formation of the cliffs and sea arches, local maritime history, the era of the landlords, the Great Famine and Dingle’s historical connections to Spain and France.

Day 6

We head to Dublin today; with its fascinating past, iconic landmarks and numerous convivial pubs serving up the perfect pint of Guinness, Dublin never fails to charm its visitors. After some free time to explore the capital, we head to our final overnight hotel.

Day 7

After an unforgettable stay, we catch our ferry home. We've arranged breakfast on board for you. Following arrival in Holyhead, we continue our homeward journey.

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner