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Ring of Kerry, County Kerry

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Scenic Drive Historic Walking Area
One Ireland's great road trips, Ring of Kerry passes through a picturesque landscape that contains most of Ireland's notable features, including scenic outlooks, pristine lakes, glacial valleys, rocky islands, medieval castles, and historical forts. The circular route stretches for about 180 km (110 mi), beginning and ending in the town of Killarney. You can drive this route in a single day, but to experience the area at a slower pace, take the long-distance walking / cycling path following the slightly quieter roads. The narrow roads tend to get extremely crowded with tour buses, which travel counter-clockwise from Killarney. Avoid having to pass traffic in dangerously narrow sections by driving or cycling clockwise. To visit Ring of Kerry on your holiday in Caherdaniel, and find out what else Caherdaniel has to offer, use our Caherdaniel trip itinerary builder.
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  • Fantastic views and NARROW roads. Tunnels single lane and well marked but VERY scary. Thank GOD we had an expert bus driver.  more »
  • Six of us went hereby tour bus with group and had a spectacular day touring the route. We all thought it was a great trip, incredible scenery and fun roads..... The buses all travel the route the same...  more »
  • If you want breathtaking views, this is the place to be, I have never seen scenery like it. Mountains, lakes and sea. Around every bend is a different aspect, to do this trip allow yourself plenty of ...  more »
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Skellig Michael
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Ross Castle
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Gallarus Oratory
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Derrynane Beach
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Staigue Fort
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