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Kerry Bog Village Museum
Duration: 20 minutes. Entrance fee not included.
Discover the Kerry Bog Village on the scenic Ring of Kerry for a captivating glimpse into 19th-century Irish life. This unique village, the only one of its kind in Europe, offers a rich insight into rural history, heritage, and lifestyle, complete with authentically furnished cottages and outdoor farm equipment.
This stop also serves as a morning coffee and restroom break.
Feel free to take a walk in the surrounding area if you prefer not to visit the village.
This stop is designated for your comfort.
· 20 min· Admission not included
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Daniel O'Connell's Birth Place
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Learn about Daniel O'Connell, a pivotal figure in Irish history, known as 'The Liberator' for his successful campaign for Catholic Emancipation and equal rights for the Irish people in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
O'Connell, a lawyer and politician, founded the Catholic Association in 1823, advocating for Catholic Emancipation.
His powerful oratory skills drew crowds of nearly a million people to his meetings.
His final wish was 'My body to Ireland, my heart to Rome, my soul to God,' and he is buried in Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin.
· Non-stop passage
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Daniel O'Connell Memorial Church
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Visit Cahersiveen to see the Daniel O'Connell Memorial Church, a rare Catholic church dedicated to a layperson. Its construction features granite from Northern Ireland and a marble cornerstone from the catacombs in Rome.
· Non-stop passage
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Cahersiveen
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The tour will journey through Cahersiveen, a charming and typical Irish town. This is also the location where the first shots of the Fenian Rising were fired in 1867.
· Non-stop passage
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Caherdaniel
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Caherdaniel is situated on the Iveragh Peninsula along the Ring of Kerry, facing Derrynane Bay on the peninsula's southwestern side.
· Non-stop passage
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Sneem
Duration: 20 minutes.
Explore Sneem, known as 'the knot' on the Ring of Kerry. This colorful and charming village, surrounded by breathtaking scenery, offers a warm welcome. Perfectly located on The Wild Atlantic Way, The Ring of Kerry, and The Kerry Way walking trail, Sneem is celebrated for its vibrant houses and award-winning tidy town status.
Enjoy a break in Sneem, perhaps for ice cream, afternoon tea, or a Guinness.
Discover great bargains at the popular Quills store in Sneem.
· 20 min
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Moll's Gap
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Moll's Gap, or Céim an Daimh, is a mountain pass on the N71 road between Kenmare and Killarney. Part of the Ring of Kerry route, it provides stunning views of the MacGillycuddy's Reeks mountains and is a popular tourist spot. The gap is named after Moll Kissane, a local shebeen owner known for her poitin.
· Non-stop passage
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Ladies' View
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Ladies' View is one of Ireland's most renowned scenic viewpoints, named after Queen Victoria's ladies-in-waiting who accompanied her during her 1861 visit to Killarney. From here, enjoy spectacular vistas of the Long Range waters flowing into the Middle and Lower Lakes.
· Non-stop passage
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Killarney National Park
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Discover Killarney National Park, Ireland's first national park, established in 1932 when the Muckross Estate was gifted to the Irish Free State. Spanning 26,000 acres, it encompasses the McGillycuddy's Reeks mountain range, including Ireland's highest peak, Carrauntoohill.
The park is also home to the reintroduced White Tailed Sea Eagle, a magnificent bird of prey once extinct in the area.
· Non-stop passage
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Kells Sheepdogs Ring of Kerry
Duration: 30 minutes. Entrance fee not included.
Witness one of the Ring of Kerry's most unique and popular attractions: a sheep-dog demonstration. Local farmer Tom and his skilled dogs will showcase how they herd sheep in response to whistled commands. A Q&A session follows, with opportunities to learn about the rare breeds involved.
Admission is E 8 per person, payable in cash on-site.
· 30 min· Admission not included