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Tour 8

Gap of Dunloe Traditional Bus and Boat Tour with Pony and Trap (optional)

Kate Kearney's Cottage, Killarney National Park
Jaunting Cart with Tourist on the Gap of Dunloe road
Lord Brandon's Cottage, Killarney National Park

Discover the beautiful Lakes of Killarney and Lord Brandon’s Cottage for lunch. After you will travel through the Gap of Dunloe by pony and trap or on foot.

Bus transfer from Kate Kearney’s Cottage to Ross Castle at 4:15 pm. Spend the day sailing, ride an authentic pony-and-trap and discover the landscape’s natural beauty. 

Additional Horse & Cart – €140 based on 4 people sharing a trap. Paid in cash directly on the day.

About This Activity

Free cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Duration 5 hours

Check availability to see starting times

Live tour guide

English

Highlights

  • Discover the amazing Lakes of Killarney on a boat tour with the local Boatmen.

  • View Old Weir Bridge from the boat. Amazing Scenery in The National Park.

  • Sail on the amazing Lakes of Killarney to Lord Brandon’s Cottage.

  • Enjoy a 2.5-hour walk through the Gap of Dunloe. The Gap is 7 miles/11kms.

  • Visit Kate Kearney’s for a pint and food before your final transfer back to Ross Castle.

        Included

        • Transport to Lord Brnadon’s Cottage

        • Boat trip through the Lakes of Killarney

        • Transport from Kate Kearney back to Ross Castle, Killarney

        Not Included
        • Additional

          Horse & Cart – €140 based on 4 people sharing a trap. Paid in cash directly on the day.

        • Lunch

        • Tips

        Not suitable for
        • People with mobility impairments

        • Wheelchair users

        Meeting point

        The Stone Bridge, Ross Castle at 10am.

        Important information

        What to bring

        • Comfortable shoes
        • Camera
        • Rain gear

        Not allowed

        • Luggage or large bags
        • Electric wheelchairs
        • Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle

        Know before you go

        • It is imperative at the time of booking to advise if you are walking or taking the Horse Carriages (4 pax per Carriage) at an extra cost of E 35 per person.Cash payment only.

        • Coffee Shop in Lord Brandon’s Cottage – Cash Only.

        Large Group Bookings:

        Please contact us by email: info@gapofdunloetraditionalboattours.com if you wish to ask us about pricing for larger groups.

        Starting Location
        Starting Location

        Front Pier at Ross Castle at 10am. (Black Boats)

        Stopoff
        Stopoff

        Innisfallen Island 15/20 min

        Lord Brandon’s Cottage
        Lord Brandon’s Cottage

        Arrive at Lord Brandon’s for some lunch.

        Gap of Dunloe
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        Gap of Dunloe

        Walk through the Gap of Dunloe 9kms or take the horse & traps.

        Horse-drawn carriage ride - Gap of Dunloe
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        Horse-drawn carriage ride - Gap of Dunloe

        ADDITIONAL: Horse & Cart - €140 based on 4 people sharing a trap. Paid in cash directly on the day.

        Kate Kearney's Cottage
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        Kate Kearney's Cottage

        Bus Transfer at 4pm

        Finish
        Finish

        Ross Castle, Killarney.

        TOUR 8

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        • Personal Details

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        • Boat trip at 10:15am from Ross Castle to Lord Brandon’s Cottage, Bus transfer at 16:15pm at Kate Kearney’s Cottage Carpark & Transfer to Ross Castle. (Jaunting Carts are separate and can be taken on the day, payment is made directly to the Jaunting Cart driver.) 
        • Payment

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        • PLEASE NOTE: Arrangements can be made if transport to Ross Castle or Kate Kearney's Cottage is required. Call 087 2694646 or email us for individual requirements.

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