Mini Bus Tour of Dingle Peninsula & Slea Head
Overview
Enjoy your 7 hour tour of Dingle and Slea Head with full information provided by your driver, beginning with a pick up from your accomadation in Killarney. On departure from Killarney you will firstly stop at beautiful Inch Beach, travelling along The Wild Atlantic Way you arrive at Dingle. On the Slea Head drive you will visit Dún Beag Fort (400BC), the 6th century bee hive hut's, Reask Monastic site, Kilmalkedar Church, Gallarus Oratory and returning to Killarney via The Connor Pass.
Inclusions
- Fuel surcharge
- Local taxes
- Bottled water
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Inch Beach, Inch Ireland
Inch Beach is best known for its impressive Blue Flag Beach. It offers miles of golden sand and breath taking scenery showcasing mounntain, beach, valley and sea
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Slea Head Drive, Ireland
The Slea Head Drive is one of Ireland's most scenic routes, forming part of The Wild Atlantic Way, beginning and ending in Dingle. It takes in a large number of attractions and stunning views on the western end of The Dingle Peninsula. It takes you on a journey through historic sites, Irish speaking villages, with close up views of the world renowned Blasket Islands.
Duration: 4 minutes
Stop At: Fahan BeeHive Huts, R559, Dingle Ireland
The exact age of The Bee Hive Huts is uncertain, and different theories date them anywhere from the eigth to the 12th centuries AD. It's likely hermit monks once lived i them, though pagan's may have also called some of the cone-shaped structures home even earlier. You may also feed a baby lamb at this location!
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Dunquin, Dunquin, Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry
Dunquin is a Gaeltacht village which lies at the most westerly tip of the Dingle Peninsula. Dún Chaoin is renowned for its scenery and its surviving Gaelic culture.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Reask, Co. Kerry, Ireland
Reask is a ruined early Monastic site. Although very little remains of the buildings but low walls and a cross slab standing stone which sits in the middle of the compound. This site gives a very good idea of the layout of a small monastery of the early medieval period. After the oratory was abandoned, the site was used as a children's burial ground.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Gallarus Oratory, 8 km northeast of Ballyferriter on R559 GPS coordinates 52.172750, -10.349408, Dingle Ireland
The famous Gallarus Oratory is completely made of stone and resembles an up turned boat. Various dates have been suggested for its construction but an exact date for same is not available. Some believe it may be 1300 years old.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Dingle, Dingle, Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry
Dingle is a small port town. A statue of long time harbour resident, fungi the dolphin is by the waterfront. Dingle is a creative and imaginative place, it is a town of many charms, known for quality food and restaurants, interesting shops and galleries, a friendly dolphin, vibrant street life and a good attitude to life.
Duration: 2 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Inch Beach, Inch Ireland
Inch Beach is best known for its impressive Blue Flag Beach. It offers miles of golden sand and breath taking scenery showcasing mounntain, beach, valley and sea
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Slea Head Drive, Ireland
The Slea Head Drive is one of Ireland's most scenic routes, forming part of The Wild Atlantic Way, beginning and ending in Dingle. It takes in a large number of attractions and stunning views on the western end of The Dingle Peninsula. It takes you on a journey through historic sites, Irish speaking villages, with close up views of the world renowned Blasket Islands.
Duration: 4 minutes
Stop At: Fahan BeeHive Huts, R559, Dingle Ireland
The exact age of The Bee Hive Huts is uncertain, and different theories date them anywhere from the eigth to the 12th centuries AD. It's likely hermit monks once lived i them, though pagan's may have also called some of the cone-shaped structures home even earlier. You may also feed a baby lamb at this location!
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Dunquin, Dunquin, Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry
Dunquin is a Gaeltacht village which lies at the most westerly tip of the Dingle Peninsula. Dún Chaoin is renowned for its scenery and its surviving Gaelic culture.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Reask, Co. Kerry, Ireland
Reask is a ruined early Monastic site. Although very little remains of the buildings but low walls and a cross slab standing stone which sits in the middle of the compound. This site gives a very good idea of the layout of a small monastery of the early medieval period. After the oratory was abandoned, the site was used as a children's burial ground.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Gallarus Oratory, 8 km northeast of Ballyferriter on R559 GPS coordinates 52.172750, -10.349408, Dingle Ireland
The famous Gallarus Oratory is completely made of stone and resembles an up turned boat. Various dates have been suggested for its construction but an exact date for same is not available. Some believe it may be 1300 years old.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Dingle, Dingle, Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry
Dingle is a small port town. A statue of long time harbour resident, fungi the dolphin is by the waterfront. Dingle is a creative and imaginative place, it is a town of many charms, known for quality food and restaurants, interesting shops and galleries, a friendly dolphin, vibrant street life and a good attitude to life.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Dress code is smart casual
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Michael_G
October 2019
Had a great time. Our driver William was fantastic. He Was so enthusiastic in telling us about Ireland that it infected us all with a joy you can’t buy. Wonder hums being. Felt like a friend we’ve known for years was taking us on tour.
Had a great time. Our driver William was fantastic. He Was so enthusiastic in telling us about Ireland that it infected us all with a joy you can’t buy. Wonder hums being. Felt like a friend we’ve known for years was taking us on tour.Susan_G
July 2019
We had a great time! Everything we saw was worth the trip. William was so very informative about everything and answered all of our questions. He was very flexible and accommodating of our group. We would tour with him again; it was a great value.
We had a great time! Everything we saw was worth the trip. William was so very informative about everything and answered all of our questions. He was very flexible and accommodating of our group. We would tour with him again; it was a great value.Roger_S
September 2023
We had the most perfect experience you could wish for! The scenery was so amazing everywhere you looked and Our driver, Derick was amazing and generous.
We had the most perfect experience you could wish for! The scenery was so amazing everywhere you looked and Our driver, Derick was amazing and generous.Virginia_F
August 2023
Billie was our driver and he did a great job. This is a long drive and day so be prepared. It has many stops and awesome views and he takes you down roads no on can go on with a bus.
Billie was our driver and he did a great job. This is a long drive and day so be prepared. It has many stops and awesome views and he takes you down roads no on can go on with a bus.Mary_B
August 2023
Loved our tour. Our driver Billie was excellent; he really went out of his way to provide us with a fabulous day. He made many stops allowing us to take in the scenery, and provided a lot of interesting detail. It didn’t hurt that it was an absolutely gorgeous day in Ireland! Loved the little bea...
Loved our tour. Our driver Billie was excellent; he really went out of his way to provide us with a fabulous day. He made many stops allowing us to take in the scenery, and provided a lot of interesting detail. It didn’t hurt that it was an absolutely gorgeous day in Ireland! Loved the little beach town of Dingle and had an incredible seafood lunch at the Boat Yard.Molly_W
August 2022
We had a wonderful tour with Donal! He took great care of us and shared insight about the area. So many beautiful views and lovely towns along the way.
We had a wonderful tour with Donal! He took great care of us and shared insight about the area. So many beautiful views and lovely towns along the way.