Gap of Dunloe Full-Day Bus and Boat Tour from Killarney
by Deros Coach Tours
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The tour starts in Killarney with a bus ride to Kate Kearney's Cottage, a traditional pub and restaurant located at the entrance to the Gap of Dunloe. From there, visitors have the option to walk the Gap, a narrow mountain pass between Macgillycuddy’s Reeks and Purple Mountain, which is 7 miles (11 kilometers) long and takes about two and a half hours to complete. Alternatively, visitors may choose to take a horse-drawn Jaunting Carriage through the Gap for an additional fee of 35 euros per person, payable in cash directly at Kate Kearney's Cottage. The carriages hold up to four passengers and can be hired privately. After reaching the end of the Gap, visitors arrive at Lord Brandon’s Cottage, a 19th-century former hunting lodge with a café where refreshments are available for cash payment. This is a good place to rest before continuing. From there, a boat awaits to take visitors across the three Lakes of Killarney - Lough Leane, Muckross Lake, and the Upper Lake - within Killarney National Park. The boat route passes Brickeen Bridge, Dinis Island, and the Meeting of the Waters. Depending on water levels, a short woodland walk of up to 10 minutes may be necessary to bypass a shallow section. The boat trip ends at Ross Castle, a 15th-century tower house on the edge of Lough Leane, known as the former home of the Clan O'Donoghue chiefs. The tour includes bus and boat transport, a driver/guide, free parking at Ross Castle, transport to Kate Kearney's Cottage, and return from Ross Castle to Killarney. Visitors may remain at Ross Castle after the tour to explore the National Park independently or walk back to Killarney, which takes about 30 to 40 minutes. The total duration of the tour is approximately five and a half hours. Gratuities, food and drinks, and the horse carriage ride are not included in the price. Restrooms are available at Kate Kearney's Cottage and Lord Brandon's Cottage. It is recommended to bring water for the walk or carriage ride through the Gap.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Gap of Dunloe
The Gap of Dunloe is a narrow mountain pass just under seven miles long, located between Macgillycuddy’s Reeks to the west and Purple Mountain to the east. Walking through the Gap usually takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes. Daily tours depart at 10.30am from the operator’s office in central Killarney. Visitors may also choose a traditional horse-drawn Jaunting Carriage ride for an extra fee.
90 min
Kate Kearney's Cottage
Kate Kearney's Cottage is a 150-year-old family-run establishment located at the entrance to the Gap of Dunloe. It functions as both a restaurant and a traditional pub. This spot serves as the starting point for the walking or horse carriage journey through the Gap.
20 min
Lord Brandon's Cottage
Lord Brandon's Cottage sits at the far end of the Gap of Dunloe and was originally a 19th-century hunting lodge surrounded by green water meadows. It has a history involving a story of love and betrayal. The cottage now operates a café that accepts cash payments only. During summer, visitors can picnic outside before meeting the boatman who leads them to boats for the onward trip through the Lakes of Killarney to Ross Castle.
30 min
Lakes of Killarney
The 3 Lakes of Killarney—Lough Leane (Lower Lake), Muckross Lake (Middle Lake), and the Upper Lake—are situated in a broad valley within the National Park, which covers 25,000 acres. The boat trip passes these lakes and offers views of the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks mountains, Brickeen Bridge at the tip of the Muckross Peninsula, and Dinis Island with its subtropical vegetation and the Meeting of the Waters. The Middle Lake contains spring salmon, and Lough Leane is the largest lake, with the River Laune flowing from it toward Dingle Bay to the northwest. Innisfallen Island in Lough Leane has the ruins of Innisfallen Abbey from the early Christian period.
Ross Castle
Ross Castle is a 15th-century tower house on the edge of Lough Leane in Killarney National Park. It was built by the O'Donoghue Mór clan and later came under the MacCarthy Mór family during the Second Desmond Rebellion of the 1580s. In 1533, Richard Nugent, the 12th Baron of Delvin, began construction of a stronghold after the English Crown offered 10 Pounds Sterling for every fortification built. The castle exemplifies a medieval Irish chieftain’s stronghold and is the ancestral home of the Clan O'Donoghue chiefs. A local prophecy stated that Ross could not be taken until a warship could swim on the lake.
Meeting point
Our office is beside St Marys Church of Ireland on Main Street. Please be at the Office no later than 10.15am
End point
We offer two pickup locations for the Gap of Dunloe tour. Please reply with your preferred pickup point and a reliable contact phone number. Ross Castle (Coach Park, V93V304): Departure between 9:55 AM and 10:00 AM. Deros Tours (22 Main Street, Killarney, V93NP74): Departure at 10:15 AM.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Gap of Dunloe Full-Day Bus and Boat Tour from Killarney
by Deros Coach Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€120Overview
The tour starts in Killarney with a bus ride to Kate Kearney's Cottage, a traditional pub and restaurant located at the entrance to the Gap of Dunloe. From there, visitors have the option to walk the Gap, a narrow mountain pass between Macgillycuddy’s Reeks and Purple Mountain, which is 7 miles (11 kilometers) long and takes about two and a half hours to complete. Alternatively, visitors may choose to take a horse-drawn Jaunting Carriage through the Gap for an additional fee of 35 euros per person, payable in cash directly at Kate Kearney's Cottage. The carriages hold up to four passengers and can be hired privately. After reaching the end of the Gap, visitors arrive at Lord Brandon’s Cottage, a 19th-century former hunting lodge with a café where refreshments are available for cash payment. This is a good place to rest before continuing. From there, a boat awaits to take visitors across the three Lakes of Killarney - Lough Leane, Muckross Lake, and the Upper Lake - within Killarney National Park. The boat route passes Brickeen Bridge, Dinis Island, and the Meeting of the Waters. Depending on water levels, a short woodland walk of up to 10 minutes may be necessary to bypass a shallow section. The boat trip ends at Ross Castle, a 15th-century tower house on the edge of Lough Leane, known as the former home of the Clan O'Donoghue chiefs. The tour includes bus and boat transport, a driver/guide, free parking at Ross Castle, transport to Kate Kearney's Cottage, and return from Ross Castle to Killarney. Visitors may remain at Ross Castle after the tour to explore the National Park independently or walk back to Killarney, which takes about 30 to 40 minutes. The total duration of the tour is approximately five and a half hours. Gratuities, food and drinks, and the horse carriage ride are not included in the price. Restrooms are available at Kate Kearney's Cottage and Lord Brandon's Cottage. It is recommended to bring water for the walk or carriage ride through the Gap.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Gap of Dunloe
The Gap of Dunloe is a narrow mountain pass just under seven miles long, located between Macgillycuddy’s Reeks to the west and Purple Mountain to the east. Walking through the Gap usually takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes. Daily tours depart at 10.30am from the operator’s office in central Killarney. Visitors may also choose a traditional horse-drawn Jaunting Carriage ride for an extra fee.
90 min
Kate Kearney's Cottage
Kate Kearney's Cottage is a 150-year-old family-run establishment located at the entrance to the Gap of Dunloe. It functions as both a restaurant and a traditional pub. This spot serves as the starting point for the walking or horse carriage journey through the Gap.
20 min
Lord Brandon's Cottage
Lord Brandon's Cottage sits at the far end of the Gap of Dunloe and was originally a 19th-century hunting lodge surrounded by green water meadows. It has a history involving a story of love and betrayal. The cottage now operates a café that accepts cash payments only. During summer, visitors can picnic outside before meeting the boatman who leads them to boats for the onward trip through the Lakes of Killarney to Ross Castle.
30 min
Lakes of Killarney
The 3 Lakes of Killarney—Lough Leane (Lower Lake), Muckross Lake (Middle Lake), and the Upper Lake—are situated in a broad valley within the National Park, which covers 25,000 acres. The boat trip passes these lakes and offers views of the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks mountains, Brickeen Bridge at the tip of the Muckross Peninsula, and Dinis Island with its subtropical vegetation and the Meeting of the Waters. The Middle Lake contains spring salmon, and Lough Leane is the largest lake, with the River Laune flowing from it toward Dingle Bay to the northwest. Innisfallen Island in Lough Leane has the ruins of Innisfallen Abbey from the early Christian period.
Ross Castle
Ross Castle is a 15th-century tower house on the edge of Lough Leane in Killarney National Park. It was built by the O'Donoghue Mór clan and later came under the MacCarthy Mór family during the Second Desmond Rebellion of the 1580s. In 1533, Richard Nugent, the 12th Baron of Delvin, began construction of a stronghold after the English Crown offered 10 Pounds Sterling for every fortification built. The castle exemplifies a medieval Irish chieftain’s stronghold and is the ancestral home of the Clan O'Donoghue chiefs. A local prophecy stated that Ross could not be taken until a warship could swim on the lake.
Meeting point
Our office is beside St Marys Church of Ireland on Main Street. Please be at the Office no later than 10.15am
End point
We offer two pickup locations for the Gap of Dunloe tour. Please reply with your preferred pickup point and a reliable contact phone number. Ross Castle (Coach Park, V93V304): Departure between 9:55 AM and 10:00 AM. Deros Tours (22 Main Street, Killarney, V93NP74): Departure at 10:15 AM.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.