NATIONAL PARK TOURING
The tours worth booking.
The 14 national park tours in ireland travellers book most, gathered in one place. Where each one takes you, how long you are out, who runs the tour, and what a seat costs.
Ring of Kerry and Killarney National Park from Cork, with scenic stops at Dingle Bay, Sneem, Waterville, and Torc Waterfall.
Most Popular“Great tour lots to do and amazing sights along the way! Had a great tour guide very informative and knowledgeable about the area, also had great humorous stories to tell.”
A 6-hour Ring of Kerry circuit from Killarney with a local driver-guide, big scenic stops, and time for museum, villages, and sheepdogs.
“Our guide was kind and hilarious! Many stunning views with ample time to capture pictures. Get the seafood chowder at Dooley's in Waterville!”
A private horse-drawn ride through Killarney National Park with Ross Castle views, lake viewpoints, and local history, starting at Deenagh Lodge.
“This was a great experience and highlight of our trip. Our guide was very knowledgeable and provided excellent commentary as we navigated the national park.”
Ring of Kerry by coach from Killarney with Bog Village, sheepdogs, Cahersiveen history, scenic viewpoints, and Killarney National Park.
“Beautiful nature, great dog/sheep show. Winding roads, so be prepared. Lunch was in a restaurant, but you could bring your own. The driver was great.”
A 9-hour guided day trip from Galway to Connemara National Park and Kylemore Abbey, plus Clifden stops and Wild Atlantic Way views.
“We were very fortunate to have good weather which made all the difference in being able to experience the beauty of all the stops on this trip. Our driver/guide, Mike, was terrific - friendly and knowledgable. The 3-hour time allotment for the national park stop was just enough if you choose to climb Diamond Hill.…”
A 2-hour guided walk into Killarney National Park from St. Mary’s Cathedral, with local stories, deer spotting, and easy nature trails.
“The guide was excellent. Told great stories and played several traditional Irish instruments. The owner of the tour company, Richard, seems a bit disorganized and not great at communicating. It unfortunately caused us to get only a one hour tour, pretty much on a paved trail in Killarney National park. Which we could have done…”
Guided Connemara day trip from Galway with photo stops, Killary Fjord views, and a 2-hour hike on Diamond Hill in Connemara National Park.
“Macdara of Lally tours was an excellent tour guide, immensely knowledgeable of the area and history of Connemara. A highly recommended tour and tour guide.”
Guided horseback riding in Killarney National Park past Lough Leane, with well-trained horses, helpful guides, and stunning views.
“We are beginners- it was very easy. Guides were great and kept the horses in line. Lots of fun... did a loop around Killarney National Park with great views.”
Ride Killarney National Park by bike at your pace. See Muckross House, Muckross Abbey, Torc Waterfall, and working farms.
“Beautiful areas with plenty of places to stop and visit, very nature friendly, many places for food also”
A family-run jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park with Muckross Abbey, the famous poison yew tree, and easy lakeside views.
“McCarthy’s Jaunting ride was a highlight of our two week vacation in Ireland. Beautiful fall colors surrounding us while our wonderful, engaging and fun driver enhanced the fun! The driver is one of the family owner’s of this company. His concern about our horse was so wonderful!”
Galway to Connemara National Park day tour with Irish countryside stops, a fjord visit, and 2 hours of self-guided hiking trails.
“There were only two of us, but they organized the tour anyway! The bus driver was our guide and also a very nice person. He told about Ireland, we had a great conversations along the way”
Killarney National Park and the Ring of Kerry in one day, with Waterville, Sneem, Dingle Bay, and Torc Waterfall views.
“It was a nice trip. Without the rain it would have been much nicer. So, unfortunately, the clouds and fog did not allow us to see much of Dingle. Yet, the tour has shown us the beautiful nature of Kerry. Would do it again - with better weather”
A private jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park, with stops for Ross Castle, Innishfallon, and views toward Carrauntoohil.
“We had a great tour, our tour guide Jason regaled us with funny anecdotes one minute and heart wrenching stories the next…..which were always a prelude to him bursting out in song! Highly recommend”
Hop-on hop-off bus from Killarney to Ross Castle, Torc Waterfall, Muckross House, Traditional Farms, and Abbey ruins in one flexible day.
“We love the full tours but our favorite spot was the torc waterfalls and muckross house.”
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