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The 15 Best Killarney Tours & Ring of Kerry Trips

63 tours  ·  from $17

Killarney is a small town with a national park on its doorstep and the Ring running past the end of it. These 15 compare the full loop, the lake boats and the jaunting cars on price, pace and how early the coach leaves.

From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip - Key points to know before booking
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From Cork: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip

1.Ring of Kerry Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,284 reviews · from $67Our pick

Travel from Cork around Kerry’s famous coastal route with an English-speaking guide. Expect Killorglin, Dingle Bay, Inch Beach, Waterville, Killarney National Park, waterfalls, mountain viewpoints, and free time in Killarney. Guides such as Kevin, Paul, Joe, and TJ are praised for clear stories and good humor. Lunch and optional activities cost extra.

“Loved every stop around the ring of Kerry such beautiful country and Coastlines. I would highly recommend this trip!”

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Guided Climb of Carrauntoohil with KerryClimbing.ie - From Cronins Yard to the mountain slopes
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Guided Climb of Carrauntoohil with KerryClimbing.ie

2.Guided Climb of Carrauntoohil with KerryClimbing.ie

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,114 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $96Top rated

Join KerryClimbing.ie at Cronins Yard for a guided ascent of Carrauntoohil, Ireland’s highest mountain. Guides such as Mike, Pierce, Orla, and Keith provide route support, safety advice, and local stories across a strenuous 11-kilometre hike with about 1,000 metres of ascent and descent. Bring proper mountain gear, food, and strong fitness.

“Pierce and Orla were terrific at their job. Very friendly and highly professional. Pierce had such breath of knowledge , the climb was educational and we felt safe at all times.”

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Lakes of Killarney: Boat Cruise - Passing Innisfallen Island and Its Monastery
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Lakes of Killarney: Boat Cruise

3.Lakes of Killarney: Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 778 reviews · from $18Best value

Spend an hour cruising Lough Léin from Ross Castle in the heated, glass-covered MV Lily of Killarney. Your English-speaking captain and guide point out Innisfallen Island, ancient oak and yew woods, Red Deer, White Tailed Eagles, and Carrauntoohil. Guides Paul and Frank are known for clear local stories, humor, and useful details about the lake.

“Paul, the captain and tour guide was a wealth of knowledge and very entertaining! Would recommend this very affordable trip to all.”

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Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park - Killorglin and the story of Puck Fair
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Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park

4.Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 663 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $71

Spend about 11 hours touring from Cork through Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Dingle Bay, Waterville, Sneem, and Killarney National Park. A driver-guide such as Kevin, Paul, or Brian provides live commentary while you ride in an air-conditioned bus with WiFi and USB ports. Expect striking views, short stops, and plenty of road time.

“Beautiful journey thru Killlarney National Park and the very scenic drive of Ring of Kerry. Its A LOT of driving so be prepared for a long day but there were many stops to break up the drive and we were very lucky that the weather cooperated with us.”

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NO 1 Ring of Kerry Tour inc Killarney Lakes & National Park - Cahersiveen, Daniel O’Connell, and the southwest coast
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NO 1 Ring of Kerry Tour inc Killarney Lakes & National Park

5.NO 1 Ring of Kerry Tour inc Killarney Lakes & National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 620 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $72

Spend about six hours circling Kerry from central Killarney by air-conditioned coach. Your driver-guide handles the narrow roads while you see Sneem, Cahersiveen, Killarney National Park, Ladies View, Moll’s Gap, and a lively sheepdog demonstration. Guides such as Denis, Michael, John, and Batt are praised for local stories and humor. Some admissions cost extra.

“Views of a few round and square towers. A little forewarning would have been nice to be prepared to take a picture.”

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Full-Day Ring of Kerry Tour from Killarney - Killorglin, Kells, and the road to Dingle Bay
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Full-Day Ring of Kerry Tour from Killarney

6.Full-Day Ring of Kerry Tour from Killarney

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 616 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $43

Join Wild Kerry Daytours for a 6.5-hour bus trip around the Ring of Kerry from Killarney. Guides such as Mike, John, and Dave mix Irish stories with photo stops at Ladies’ View, Molls Gap, Dingle Bay, Sneem, and Derrynane. Expect winding roads, a sheepdog stop, a lunch break, and a group of up to 53 people.

“Our driver, John was very knowledgeable. Stopped numerous times for photo opportunities and breaks. Would definitely recommend this tour.”

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From Killarney: Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour - Killorglin and the first views across Kerry
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From Killarney: Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour

7.Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 577 reviews · from $51

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Killarney around the Iveragh Peninsula on a seven-hour Ring of Kerry tour. Your English-speaking guide shares local stories while you stop at Waterville, Sneem, Molls Gap, Ladies View, and Torc Waterfall. It is a practical choice if you want sweeping coastal scenery without driving Ireland’s narrow roads yourself.

“Highly recommended. The tour bus operator was friendly and very helpful”

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Ring Of Kerry Tour - Starting with Kerry’s rural past
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Ring Of Kerry Tour

8.Ring Of Kerry Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 549 reviews · 7 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59

Spend about 7.5 hours touring the Ring of Kerry from Killarney in an air-conditioned coach. You’ll visit Kerry Bog Village, watch optional sheepdog herding, drive the Skellig Ring, stop at Waterville, Ladies’ View, Sneem, and more. Guides such as Kevin and David add local stories, humor, and history.

“Very weather-dependent but still an amazing experience. Views can sometimes be foggy, but there are some off-the-track gem views. Kevin was our guide and he was so funny and added stories to give historical context. Also, he navigated the roads very well!”

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From Killarney: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Tour - Leaving Killarney beneath the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks
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From Killarney: Ring of Kerry Guided Day Tour

9.Ring of Kerry Guided Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 513 reviews · from $51

Travel from Killarney around the Ring of Kerry and Skellig Ring in a smaller coach with an English-speaking local guide. Expect mountain and ocean views, Kerry Bog Village, Waterville, Sneem, Ladies View, and optional sheepdog demonstrations. Guides such as Kevin and John add local stories, Irish music, and plenty of humor.

“The trip was amazing, there were so many beautiful stops and so much info shared by the tour guide. Would recommend highly recommend it to anyone!”

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Killarney National Park Tour - Finding Deenagh Lodge from Killarney
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Killarney National Park Tour

10.Killarney National Park Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 503 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $60

Ride with McCarthy’s family-run carriage team from Deenagh Lodge into Killarney National Park. Your guide, perhaps Damien, Jason, Martin, or another local driver, takes you past lakes, mountains, Ross Castle, and Innisfallen Island. Expect an hour of relaxed sightseeing, photo stops, horse care, and lively local stories.

“This tour was a highlight in Killarney! There are many carriage companies here, but it’s clear this family-owned business is the best in the area. Our guide was incredible and his horse Duke was gorgeous. It’s clear the family takes very good care of the horses and offers them rest. We learned so much about Killarney and the National Park. Great tour!”

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Best Ring of Kerry Tour ex Killarney inc Killarney National Park - The sheepdogs show real farm skill
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Best Ring of Kerry Tour ex Killarney inc Killarney National Park

11.Best Ring of Kerry Tour ex Killarney inc Killarney National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 463 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $72

Travel from central Killarney by air-conditioned coach around the Ring of Kerry. You will see Bog Village, watch a working sheepdog display when available, stop in Waterville and Sneem, pause at Moll’s Gap and Ladies View, and finish through Killarney National Park. Guides such as Batt, Denis, and Darren add local stories and music.

“Lovely Ring of Kerry tour if you want to see the beautiful sites and countryside and not drive it yourself. The tour operator was entertaining and provided a bit of much needed history. I would recommend.”

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Guided Killarney National Park Walking Tour - Deer, birds, cattle, and realistic wildlife hopes
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Guided Killarney National Park Walking Tour

12.Guided Killarney National Park Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 377 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $19

Meet your English-speaking guide at 11am outside O’Sheas Funeral Home, opposite St. Mary’s Cathedral, for a roughly two-hour walk through Killarney National Park. Guides such as Richard, James, Mike, and Thomas share local history, wildlife lore, songs, and lesser-used paths. The route can be extended, and groups are capped at 12.

“I booked this tour spontaneously and didn't have very high expectations, but it turned out to be an amazing experience thanks to our guide Mike! He was just fantastic - super friendly and knowledgeable, and a true local. There was only one other person in the group (a female solo-traveler just like me), so it almost seemed like a private tour. Mike took "off the beaten path" quite literally and we saw some places that I never would've discovered on my own. It was by far the best walking tour I've ever done!”

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Killarney: 1-Hour Jaunting Car Horse and Carriage Tour - From the Great Southern Hotel to St. Mary’s Cathedral
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Killarney: 1-Hour Jaunting Car Horse and Carriage Tour

13.1-Hour Jaunting Car Horse and Carriage Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 361 reviews · from $43

Spend one hour in a traditional jaunting car through Killarney National Park, passing St. Mary’s Cathedral, Ross Castle, Lough Léin, and views of the MacGillycuddy Reeks. Your English-speaking jarvey may be Michael, Cal, Louis, or another local guide, with history, humor, and time to stretch your legs at the castle grounds.

“Jaunting car and horse carriage tour Driver was very nice and welcoming and knew everything and awenser all out questions”

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Sustainable Ring of Kerry Rail Tour from Dublin - Arriving in Kerry and meeting the coach team
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Sustainable Ring of Kerry Rail Tour from Dublin

14.Sustainable Ring of Kerry Rail Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 277 reviews · 15 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $194

Travel from Dublin to Kerry by reserved train, then circle the Ring of Kerry by coach with a local driver-guide. Expect MacGillicuddy Reeks, Carrantuohill, Dingle Bay, Sneem, Ladies View, the Lakes of Killarney, and photo stops. Guides such as Paddy, John, Ian, and Bat have been praised for their warmth and stories.

“Our tour guide, Paddy, was fantastic! Not only did he accompany us on the train, but he did on the bus as well. He made sure we had seats on the train together for our group of 3. He also spoke to each group and made sure we knew where were going, what time we would get there and what we would be seeing. He was very informative and patient, which we greatly appreciated. He was so sweet to offer to take pictures of us at each site. We highly recommend this tour and make sure to ask for Paddy!”

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Kerry: Guided Horse Riding Tour in Killarney National Park - Choosing a Horse and Getting Comfortable in the Saddle
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Kerry: Guided Horse Riding Tour in Killarney National Park

15.Guided Horse Riding Tour in Killarney National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 226 reviews · from $115

Ride from stables just outside Killarney into Knockreer Estate, with views of Lough Leane, mountains, forests, deer, and open fields. Guides match horses to your height, weight, and riding level, then lead the group at a pace suited to beginners and experienced riders. Natalie and other attentive guides help nervous riders settle in.

“Great! Beautiful scenery, blessed with sunshine. Wholeheartedly recommend the ride.”

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