Ring of Kerry, Killarney

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Touring the Ring of Kerry
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lmizutani 13 reviews

Being one of the more popular sightseeing tours in the Kerry region, there are many tour buses that will drive you around. My tour included a stop at Waterville, the vacation home of Charlie Chaplin (something I didn't know), a sheep dog demonstration, Moll's Gap (for photo pics)....

We managed to tour on a nice day which made for very nice photos. I will upload one once I figure out how to scan a photo onto the internet.

Written Jun 26, 2003

Address: Kerry Peninsula

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Ring of Kerry Tour
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mrdarius 127 reviews
Ladie's View...looks like the Paramount logo?

In my opinion the best way to see the most of this beautiful area of Ireland in the shortest amount of time is via a Ring of Kerry tour. The tours cost around 20 euro and last approximately 5 hours. Make sure it includes stops at or affords views of Magillicuddy's Reeks, Killorglin, Sneem, Gap of Dunloe, and Ladie's View. Ladie's View was my favorite part.

If possible, try to meet with the driver before your tour as well. That's the greatest asset you will have on such a tour. A lousy guide will make for a lousy trip.

If I ever did this tour again, I would rent a car and just drive to the places that were more interesting on my own. Some of the roads are pretty narrow and covered with sheep though.

Updated Mar 24, 2003

Address: Kerry Peninsula

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The Ring Of Kerry
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tvdm 479 reviews

This tour around the Iveragh peninsula is a must-see indeed. The scenery is second to none in Ireland but like I said before, you'll almost be driving bumper-to-bumper in summer. Visit outside this hectic time and things will be much quieter and therefore much more enjoyable.

Written Dec 26, 2002

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What the coach tours show you
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orlikins 1189 reviews

In these areas, you will come across more American and German bus tours than you can shake a stick at. The coach tours usually take around the scenic Ring of Kerry, Gap of Dunloe (just a valley, I think it's a bit overrated) and Ladies View (cant see the atttaction there myself, its a mountain valley and I've seen better)

Written Nov 18, 2002

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The world famous lakes of Killarney
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healy_ger 35 reviews
Bricin bridge the middle & lower lakes

Take a walk or rent a bike to travel around Muckross & Dinis. You'll go over bricin bridge where the lower and middle lake join up and on to the meeting of the waters where the upper lake meets the middle lake at Dinis cottage. You can see bricin bridge, the middle and lower lakes in this photo. If you are feeling adventurous you can take a boat trip from Ross castle up through the 3 lakes to brandon cottage, a really stunning day out!

Written Feb 25, 2003

Address: Killarney National Park

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Ring of Kerry
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feline01 708 reviews

Travel the Ring of Kerry. Go by bus, bike, walk, or donkey but go! Beautiful scenery. This photo was taken of Upper Lake near Killarney. For a very touristy area, it is surprisingly empty. Don't miss the Dingle Peninsula for amazing ocean views.

Written Sep 17, 2002

Address: South-west corner of Ireland

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Driving the Ring of Kerry
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zuriga 459 reviews
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The scenery changes from ocean to lake to mountain views. This was one of the most beautiful days of my life.

Updated Mar 13, 2005

Address: Kerry Peninsula

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Ring of Kerry/Ballaghisheen Pass/Glencar
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zuriga 459 reviews

Climb up away from the main road of the Ring and get some really fantastic views high in the hills. The cows will come right up to your car window and say hello.

Updated Mar 13, 2005

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Scenery of Road
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On the Ring of Kerry Route

Written Feb 21, 2005

Address: Kerry Peninsula

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Kerry Bog Village
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A typical Traditional Folk Village.

Written Feb 21, 2005

Address: Kerry Peninsula

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a great base to explore the surrounding areas

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 Killarney is one of the most touristy places in Ireland. Many people choose Killarney as a base to explore the Ring of Kerry and maybe also Dingle-Peninsula. 

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There's More to Killarney Than Lakes

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Killarney. I'd love to share with you the 18 tips I've written, the 65 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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The Emerald Isle

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 START NOT IRISH BORN MAN IF YOU'R TO IRELAND TRUE WE HEED NOT RACE NOR CREED NOR CLAN WE'VE HEARTS AND HANDS FOR YOU. 

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 Killarney has been called the gateway to some of the most beautiful places in Ireland. Places such as the ring of Kerry, Dingle and west Cork. As a local I try to avoid the main tourist attractions...... 

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 Ahhh, Kerry the Kingdom... Well, during spring and summer, Killarney is the seething tourist cauldron that every true traveller dreads. However, outside these busy months, there's lots of cool craic... 

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