Spend a relaxing week in the Kingdom of Kerry
This was a wonderful way to tour Ireland. We got to see and do so much without the stress of packing and unpacking every day!-Judy Dixon, Atlanta
This tour sees you spend a week in Killarney, Co. Kerry - arguably Ireland's most scenic location. There is so much to see and do around Killarney that one could easily spend a month and not become bored! In subsequent sections you'll find information on the stunning areas and sights within easy daytrip distance from Killarney. We have also highlighted a range of optional activities and excursions to further enhance your Kerry experience.
This tour package includes:
**Car rental includes Collision DSmage Waiver (CDW), insurance, 24-hour roadside assistance, unlimited mileage, all taxes**
The Benefits of Cottage Rental Holidays
- Low Cost - The more travellers in your party, the less each individual has to pay - fantastic value for groups of four or more
- Make further savings by not eating out all the time - you will have a fully fitted kitchen at your disposal
- Your home away from home - a truly relaxing holiday experience as you return to a familiar setting after each day's adventure!
- Stress Free - no rushing from location to location or packing and unpacking on a daily basis
- Affords the opportunity of fully exploring the scenic glory of County Kerry
- Flexibility - combine a Cottage Rental with extra nights in B&Bs, Hotels or Castles
- Get even more out of your holiday - Add activities, experiences and guided excursions to your tour package
Your Home away from Home
Your home for the week is Cuilin Lodge Cottage,is situated outside Killarney town, just off the main Cork road. Yet the house is in a very secluded setting on wooded land which guarantees total privacy. Cuilin Lodge's location is delightful all year round and makes a perfect base for the active, or those who simply want to relax throughout their holiday. It is an ideal base for touring the south west region of Ireland and many activities such as horseriding, golf and fishing are located in very close proximity to the property. Cuilin Lodge is finished to an extremely high standard, ensuring that you enjoy your stay in Killarney to the fullest.
Accommodation:
- A total of 4 bedrooms, all with private bathrooms and power showers
- 2 of the 4 bedrooms have private sun rooms
- All linen and towels supplied
- Fully equipped kitchen with all modern conveniences
- Spacious living room, with peat burning stove,
- Satellite T.V and DVD player
*Please note that you will be charged for the amount of electricity/ heating oil you use during your stay at Cuilin Lodge. This usually runs at about 40.00 euro per week
About Killarney
Killarney lies on the edge of the astoundingly beautiful Killarney National Park, with its three magnificent lakes and the spectacular MacGillycuddy Reeks mountain range. The park is also home to Muckross House and Gardens and Ross Castle. Killarney is a wonderful base for all manner of activities including angling and water sports, golf, riding, orienteering, hiking, cycling, and canoeing. The town itself is quite small but full of charm - this you will soon see as you walk down the brick footpaths and pass curious old-style shop fronts. Killarney is well known for its excellent shops, restaurants and cosmopolitan appeal. It is also renowned for its evening entertainment including many singing pubs, cabarets, dancing venues, and banquets. Traditional Irish music can also be heard in many of the local pubs.
The following are within easy daytrip distance from Killarney
The Dingle Peninsula (1 hour)
The residents of Dingle, or An Daingean as it is now officially known, are the envy of everyone in Ireland. They live in what many agree is the most beautiful part in the country, in a strikingly attractive fishing village with fantastic pubs, rousing music, great restaurants and more characters per head of population than anywhere in the world. The key to Dingle is to visit as many pubs as you can while there. Seek out the old pubs frequented by the locals, sit up to the bar, order a drink and prepare to be entertained! The Dingle Peninsula on which the town is located is littered with ancient archeological sites including stone forts and many beehive huts. Scenically, the Peninsula is an absolute delight with every turn of the road revealing more of the achingly beautiful landscape. One highlight is the Slea Head loop drive from Dingle which is easily driven in an hour or cycled in an afternoon. For the energetic, a day spent climbing Mount Brandon, the peninsula's highest, will be richly rewarded. The views from the top on a clear day are absolutely stunning.
The Ring of Kerry (starts in Killarney)
Killarney is the usual starting point for people completing the Ring of Kerry, Ireland's best-known touring route. It is 110 miles (176 km) long and circles the Iveragh Peninsula through mountain passes, forests, bogs, skirting rivers, lakes and beautiful unspoilt beaches. The scenery is truly wonderful and there is much of interest along the route.
Cork City (1.5 hours)
Cork City has undergone a transformation in recent years with the city centre geting a compete facelift. Always a much prettier and more pleasant city than Dublin, now Cork really sparkles. And so do its residents who claim to be Ireland's friendliest. Whatever the truth of that claim it is certainly true that there is no shortage of characters in "the real capital" as the locals jokingly claim. The city itself dates back to the 7th century and boasts some fine Georgian architecture. There are a number of places worth visiting while in Cork including the imposing St. Finbarr's Cathedral, St Anne's Church, which houses the Shandon Bells and Cork City Gaol.
Blarney (1.5 hours)
The charming village of Blarney located just outside Cork City is most renowned for its castle and stone. The impressive castle, perched on solid limestone, dates from 1446 and is situated on magnificent grounds. To acquire 'the gift of gab' one must kiss the Blarney Stone. This involves bending over backwards at quite a height and should not be attempted by the faint-hearted!
Kinsale (2 hours)
Located just 16 miles from Cork City in a naturally protected harbour, Kinsale is one of the most picturesque, popular and fashionable towns on the south-west coast. Kinsale is a centre for yachting, sea angling, gourmet eating and golf. Restaurants in Kinsale pride themselves on their high reputation for culinary expertise, and the Good Food Circle has been organizing a Gourmet Festival here every autumn for over 25 years. A charming town, its narrow streets are steeped in history and its harbour is always full of boats. Visit the museum housed in the French Prison or, just outside the town, the star-shaped Charles Fort with its spectacular views, before retiring to one of the town's many cozy atmospheric pubs.
Kenmare (1 hour)
Kenmare is a haven of tranquility, gourmet food, superb accommodation and breathtaking scenery in one of the most natural, unspoilt environments in Europe. Cradled in the heart of Kenmare Bay, the picturesque town of Kenmare is the perfect location from which to discover this most beautiful parts of Ireland. The Ring of Kerry, known all over the world, follows the coastline of the Iveragh peninsula. It is one of the most dramatic scenic drives in the country and makes a most exciting day tour. To the north of Kenmare is the Killarney National Park, 10,000 hectares of woodland and magical mountains, with spectacular views of the lakes of Killarney. The unspoiled Ring of Beara lies to the south of Kenmare. Its rugged beauty is beyond compare, traffic is minimal and it abounds with archeological sites and spectacular views.
Adare (2 hours)
Adare is a quaint picturesque village lined with traditional thatched-roof cottages. Snuggled in a wooden and lush countryside setting, Adare is widely regarded as being Ireland's prettiest and most unique village. Situated on the river Maigue, a tributary of the Shannon river, Adare dates back, at least, to the early 13th century. Adare village has a rich wealth of heritage, as well as architectural and scenic beauty. Two groups of world famous, ornate, thatched cottages line part of the village's broad main street, punctuated with beautiful stone buildings, medieval monasteries and ruins. Situated in the centre of County Limerick, with just 15 minutes from Limerick City and 45 minutes from Shannon Airport, Adare Village is an ideal base from which to explore County Limerick's many visitor attractions such as Lough Gur and King John's Castle.
Add an Activity, Experience or Excursion to your tour
Guided Walk in Killarney National Park
This is a fantastic guided walk through the idyllic Killarney National Park, where the emphasis is most definitely on fun and relaxation. The walk begins every morning at the same time and place, at a very reasonable cost. The walk takes you through woodland & parkland, along the lake shore and river bank
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Horseback Riding in Killarney National Park
Enjoy spectacular views as you ride around the famous Killarney Lakes.
The majestic beauty of The Killarney National Park is the backdrop for horseback rides organized by Killarney Riding Stables. Situated in South-West Ireland, Killarney boasts some of the finest scenery in the world. The National Park has been an inspiration for poets and artists for centuries
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Learn an Irish Instrument
Aside from its surrounding natural beauty and coastal splendour, Dingle is also well known for its traditional music. Now you can participate in Irish music yourself in a unique and completely enjoyable way at the Dingle Music School in the heart of Dingle town
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Gap of Dunloe Tour
Travel by bus, boat and horse-drawn carriage through the scenic Gap of Dunloe. Daily tours are available to the magnificent Gap leaving from the centre of Killarney town
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Dingle Horseback Riding
The dramatic beauty of the Dingle Peninsula on the south-westerly coastline of Ireland has been an inspiration and wonder to visitors for thousands of years. Dingle Riding Stables are located on the mountainside overlooking Dingle Harbour and close to the town of Dingle
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Kayak the Lakes of Killarney
Explore the Lakes of Killarney by Kayak. This trip starts at Ross Castle visiting Bronze-Age copper mines and providing the opportunity of mooring at the 6th Century monastic site on Innisfallen Island. More info
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