The Experience
The Ring of Kerry is one of Ireland’s most unforgettable journeys.
This full-day tour combines rail travel and guided coaching to bring you through the southwest’s most striking landscapes. Your experience begins at Dublin Heuston Station, where you board a morning train and travel through Co. Kildare’s open countryside.
Your train continues southwest through Portlaoise, Thurles and Limerick Junction before reaching Mallow, where you transfer to the service for Killarney. A guide will accompany you throughout the trip, so every stage feels clear and straightforward.
On arrival in Killarney, you will join your motorcoach and begin the Ring of Kerry route. The road circles the MacGillycuddy Reeks and passes mountain peaks, winding valleys and long stretches of Atlantic coastline. Stops are planned for photos and refreshments, allowing time to enjoy each viewpoint. A visit to the Kerry Bog Village Museum offers insight into rural life in 18th-century Ireland, and creates a useful break during the loop.
As the tour reaches Waterville, you may catch sight of the Skellig Islands, depending on weather conditions. The route then continues through seaside villages such as Glenbeigh, Sneem and Waterville before returning towards Killarney by way of Ladies View and the Lakes of Killarney.
With hosted travel and admission included, the Ring of Kerry tour keeps the day simple and lets you focus on the scenery that defines this region.
Itinerary
Check in at 06:40 for the 07:00 train. Please meet your representative beside the Customer Service Desk at Dublin Heuston Station.
Your train departs at 07:00 and travels southwest through Co. Kildare and the Curragh before continuing through Portlaoise and Thurles. You will change trains at Mallow for Killarney, and your Railtours Ireland host will guide you through each step.
On arrival in Killarney, you will join your motorcoach for the Ring of Kerry tour. The route includes stops for refreshments and photos, along with a visit to the Kerry Bog Village Museum. Weather permitting, you may also see the Skellig Islands near Waterville. Later stops include Sneem and viewpoints across the MacGillycuddy Reeks and the Lakes of Killarney.
After the tour, you will return to Killarney Station for the 17:41 train. A change at Mallow is included, and your host will accompany you back to Dublin.
Arrival at Heuston Station is scheduled for 21:00.
Important Information
Your Golden Moments voucher is not a ticket - please activate your voucher at www.goldenmoments.ie/redemption so we can arrange your booking for you.
To upgrade your ticket or add additional participants to your booking, simply reach out to our friendly customer service team. Discounted child tickets are also available, contact us for more information!
Duration
This is a full day tour starting from 7am and arriving back to Dublin at 9pm.
What to Wear
Please wear appropriate shoes for exploring and comfortable clothes.
Availability
Available on selected dates across the year, subject to availability. Please get in touch with us to check avalable dates.
Numbers
Your voucher is valid for one person. To add additional participants to your booking, please contact our customer service team.
Location
Dublin Heuston Station.
