Private tour in Killarney Raymond W

Private Motor to The Beara Peninsula & West Cork from Kenmare.

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Raymond W.

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Hi, my name is Ray. I am a private Tour Guide, providing private motor tours and walking tours for visitors to Ireland. I have been a tour guide with ToursByLocals since the year 2012 and I have provided in excess of 300 tours for customers of ToursByLocals who have visited Ireland over those years. My wife Mary is also an experienced Tour Guide with ToursByLocals and you can visit her on ToursByLocals where she is listed as Mary W. I live in Killarney, a town in the County of Kerry in the south west of Ireland. Killarney is a lake district and part of Ireland's largest national park. It is home to numerous visitor attractions which include Muckross House & Gardens, Ross Castle, St. Mary's Cathedral, Torc Waterfall, Killarney House and The Gap of Dunloe, to mention a few. Killarney is also considered the gateway to many iconic touring routes such as The Ring of Kerry, The Skellig Ring, The Dingle Peninsula and The Beara Peninsula. I provide day tours and multi day tours to all these locations plus many more. I have lived in Killarney since 1984 having first come to Kerry in 1981 to work as a Policeman. I have served the people of Killarney and Kerry for 31 years as a Police Sergeant and retired in the year 2011. The tours I offer are designed to give the visitor a greater and more wholesome appreciation of Killarney, particular corners and nuggets of County Kerry and throughout the west and south west of Ireland along Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way. My personal interests and pastimes include hill walking, cycling, golfing, reading, travel, music and general outdoor activities. Come and join me on a journey exploring the hidden Ireland and places that will live long in the memory. I am a retired police sergeant with 31 years national service. I am the holder of both a Public Service Vehicle (SPSV) Driver's and a Vehicle Licence. I am licensed to drive as a professional driver throughout Ireland in modern touring van that can accommodate seven passengers plus the driver. I drive professionally and guide throughout Ireland.I am a certified member of The Institute of Advanced Motorists. I am an Irish Heart Foundation appointed Community Walking Leader. I lead and guide a Community Walking Group called "The Silverbacks". I am a former senior coach and under age coach to Killarney Rugby Football Club.I am a member of Killarney Golf & Fishing Club. I am a founder member of The Kerry Garda (Police) Hillwalking Club. I am not restricted access to any historical or heritage sites in Kerry. However, state owned properties such as Muckross House and Ross Castle provide their own guides of the interior of the buildings and you must honour and respect these regulations.

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Overview of your Killarney tour

The Beara Peninsula is one of my favourite places to visit in Ireland. I got to know the area over the years from leading hiking groups walking the Beara Way route. This private motor tour takes you from Kenmare into the wilds of West Cork and out on the Peninsula visiting one of the most remote and scenically beautiful parts of Ireland. This area is very much 'off the beaten path'. We will journey into Beara through the Caha Pass over the Caha Mountain range and drive through it's iconic manmade hand cut tunnels. We will visit the home of Molly Gallivan in Bonane who supplemented an income for her family by producing and selling poitin which was an illicit liquor. The tour will also take you to The Dzogchen Buddhist Centre, a place of peace and calmness that was donated by a local couple for the lifetime use by the monks that has developed into a special place of prayer and meditation. We will also visit the burial place of The Children of Lir at Allihies which is part of Irish Folklore and Mythology.

Your Killarney tour itinerary

Suggested timing: 9. 30am Collection from your hotel or Airbnb in Kenmare. 10am Visit to Molly Gallivan's Cottage at Bonane 10. 30am Drive through The Caha Pass and arrive in Glengarriff. 12noon Arrive in Castletownbere and lunch in McCarthy's Bar 1pm Depart Castletownbere 1. 30pm Arrive at The Dzogchen Buddhist Centre 3pm Arrive in Allihies and visit the burial place of The Children of Lir. 3. 45pm Travel on through Beara on the return journey to Killarney. 5. 30pm Arrive in Kenmare. This tour can be customized to meet your needs. We can make changes to this tour and I can also create brand new, tailor-made customized one, so if you don't see what you're looking for, all you need to do is click on 'Message' and ask me!

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation

7 Seater Ford Tourneo Custom touring van with air conditioning and leather upholstery.

What's included
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Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Admission charges to sights and attractions
Food Drinks Snacks
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Tour categories
History
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Day Trip
Tour reference number
1195616
Languages
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

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Who is this private tour in Kenmare best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore the scenic beauty of the Beara Peninsula and West Cork in a comfortable and personalized way. It's ideal for those interested in Irish folklore, history, and off-the-beaten-path destinations. Families with children, seniors, and anyone looking for a minimal activity level experience will find this tour suitable.

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