Overview
The Gap of Dunloe Tour is a must do for visitors to Killarney. The ‘Adventure’ begins daily from our head office at O’Connor’s Pub, 7 High St., Killarney at 10:00am for check in. We can also collect clients from their accommodation in the Killarney area.
Your journey begins with a bus trip to Kate Kearney’s Cottage or Ross Castle (recommended starting point for walkers as it allows more time). From here visitors make the 7 mile walk (please allow 2.5 to 3 hours for the walk).
For those who do not wish to walk Jaunting cart’s are also available (at extra cost of €25 per person) to take the clients through the natural unspoilt beauty of the Black Valley, a walker’s paradise.
Upon reaching Lord Brandon’s Cottage, there will be time to enjoy refreshments (not included) at the Cafe, before taking your boat trip through the Lakes of Killarney to Ross Castle where your bus will be waiting to take you back to Killarney. As noted, this tour can also be done in reverse.
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- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bus Transfers
Tour Guide
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
O'Connor's Traditional Pub, 7 High Street Killarney, Eircode: V93 DV26
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Please check-in at O'Connor's Traditional Pub, 7 High Street, Killarney
What to expect
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Gap of Dunloe
3 hours
Passengers can take in the breathtaking beauty of the Gap of Dunloe by travelling the 7mile/12km journey on foot or can also hire a Jaunting cart (optional extra cost).
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Ross Castle
20 min
For those client's who wish to complete the tour by beginning their boat journey at Ross Castle, will have some time to look around the grounds prior to the boat departing Reen Pier (red boats) at 11am
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Kate Kearney's Cottage
30 min
Traveller's will have time to avail of refreshment's at Kate Kearney's Cottage either at the start or end of their tour (depending which direction they are taking the tour).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Dublin).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Bus & Boat Tour
Can I cancel Bus & Boat Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 6 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
O'Connor's Traditional Pub, 7 High Street Killarney, Eircode: V93 DV26 Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Bus Transfers
- Tour Guide
Which places does it visit?
It visits Gap of Dunloe, Ross Castle, Kate Kearney's Cottage.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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