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Kerry Bog Village Museum
Enjoy a 20-minute visit to the Kerry Bog Village Museum. Entrance fee is not included.
Discover the unique way of life in late 19th-century Ireland at this exceptional village on the Ring of Kerry. It offers a captivating glimpse into rural history, heritage, and lifestyle, featuring period thatched cottages furnished with authentic antiques, and outdoor displays of rural farm equipment.
This stop also serves as a convenient break for morning coffee and restroom facilities.
Visitors have the option to take a walk in the surrounding area if they prefer not to enter the village.
This location is utilized as a comfort stop during the tour.
· 20 min· Admission not included
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Kells Sheepdogs Ring of Kerry
Experience a 30-minute sheep-dog demonstration. Entrance fee is not included.
Witness the popular and unique sight of a sheep-dog demonstration led by local farmer Tom and his skilled dogs. Observe how the dogs expertly herd sheep in response to Tom's commands.
The demonstration showcases the dogs' amazing abilities and their connection with Tom.
A question and answer session follows the demonstration, allowing you to learn more about the sheep dogs and rare breeds.
Admission is €8 per person, payable in cash on-site.
· 30 min· Admission not included
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Daniel O'Connell Memorial Church
The tour will pass by the Daniel O'Connell Memorial Church in Cahersiveen, Co. Kerry. This church is notable for being dedicated to a layperson and features granite from Northern Ireland and a cornerstone sourced from Rome.
· Non-stop passage
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Daniel O'Connell's Birth Place
Observe the birthplace of Daniel O'Connell, a significant figure in Irish history known as 'The Liberator' for his advocacy for Catholic rights and Irish self-governance.
Learn about his role in establishing the Catholic Association and his powerful oratory skills, which drew massive crowds.
O'Connell's final wish was for his body to rest in Ireland, his heart in Rome, and his soul with God.
He is buried in Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin.
Daniel O'Connell (1775-1847) was a lawyer and politician instrumental in securing equal rights for the Irish people.
· Non-stop passage
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Pass through Caherciveen
The tour will drive through Caherciveen, a picturesque and typical Irish town, noted as the location where the first shots of the Fenian Rising were fired in 1867.
· Non-stop passage
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Pass through Caherdaniel
The route includes a scenic drive through Caherdaniel, situated on the Iveragh Peninsula, facing Derrynane Bay on the southwestern side.
· Non-stop passage
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Waterville
Enjoy a 20-minute stop in Waterville, a village on the Iveragh Peninsula in County Kerry, located between Lough Currane and Ballinskelligs Bay.
· 20 min
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Sneem
Take a 30-minute break in Sneem, a charming and colorful village known as 'the knot' on the Ring of Kerry. It's a welcoming stop surrounded by beautiful scenery and situated along The Wild Atlantic Way, The Ring of Kerry, and The Kerry Way walking trail.
Sneem is recognized for its vibrant houses and has received numerous Tidy Towns Awards.
This picturesque village in Southwest Kerry offers stunning landscapes and imposing mountains.
You can visit the Quills store for bargains, enjoy ice cream, have afternoon tea, or a pint of Guinness.
· 30 min
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Moll's Gap
The tour will pass by Moll's Gap, a mountain pass on the N71 road offering views of the MacGillycuddy's Reeks mountains. It is named after Moll Kissane, a local shebeen owner.
· Non-stop passage
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Ladies' View
Enjoy the view from Ladies' View, one of Ireland's most famous scenic viewpoints, named after Queen Victoria's Ladies in Waiting. It provides spectacular vistas of the Long Range waters flowing into the Middle and Lower Lakes.
· Non-stop passage
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Killarney National Park
Drive through Killarney National Park, Ireland's first national park, established in 1932. Spanning 26,000 acres, it includes the McGillycuddy Reeks mountain range, featuring Ireland's highest peak, Carrauntoohill.
The park is home to reintroduced White Tailed Sea Eagles, a magnificent bird of prey that had become extinct in the area.
Managed jointly by the National Parks & Wildlife Services and the Trustees of Muckross House, the park showcases a rugged landscape and diverse wildlife.
· Non-stop passage