Travel back in time with a traditional Jaunting Car ride through Killarney National Park, heading toward the historic Ross Castle. Take in iconic sights like St. Mary’s Cathedral and the Deenagh River as you enjoy your very own private, scenic adventure in one of Ireland’s most picturesque regions.
Park To Castle Tour
A Family Favourite
Price starts at:
€22.00pp
Park To Castle Tour
Tour times
Daily from 8.00am to 5.15pm, (times can change with seasonality).
Duration
1 hour
Departure Point
Great Southern Hotel on East Avenue Road -opposite Killarney Railway & Outlet Centre, Fair Hill, Killarney. V93 R866
Highlights Include
Killarney National Park and Ross Castle.
Suitable For
Families, groups, couples, singles & pet friendly.
Activity Level
A walk around the grounds of Ross Castle is optional.
Tour Includes
Jaunting Car Tour with local Jarvey Guide and short stopover at Ross Castle.
Additional Information
This is a weather proof tour. Woollen blankets are provided.
Travel back in time as you take a traditional Jaunting Car Ride through the Killarney National Park and on to Ross Castle situated on the banks of the spectacular Killarney Lakes.
Take in the sights of some of Killarney’s most popular scenic hotspots like the iconic high spire of St. Mary’s Cathedral and the Deenagh Lodge and River as your private carriage takes a ramble through the magnificent landscape of the Killarney National Park.
Be transported back to 15th century Ireland with stories of the legendary stronghold of the O’Donoghue Chieftains and the ancient Castle’s tragic fall to the Cromwellian Army on their conquest of Ireland, the legend of the Lake and much, much more.
Learn more about the nature of the Park as well as its famous wildlife inhabitants including the Irish Red Deer. Take this unique opportunity to capture those special holiday moments as your Guide pauses at some of Killarney’s most dramatic scenic locations before reaching the shores of Ross Castle, where you will be invited to explore the grounds of the 15th century stronghold with breath-taking views across Lough Léin.
As the one-hour tour comes to its end, you will be returned with memories to last a lifetime.
Highlights
- Guided tour with a traditional Jarvey Guide full of Irish whit.
- Visit areas where no motor traffic is permitted in the Killarney National Park.
- View the magnificent St. Mary's Cathedral on route.
- Capture a picture of one of the few remaining Thatched Cottages in Ireland.
- Observe Ireland's last herd of native Red Deer.
- Awe-inspiring views of Ireland's highest Mountain Range, the MacGillycuddy Reeks.
- Take some leisure time at Ross Castle and Lough Léin.
Pick Up
- Pick-up in front of The Great Southern Hotel, opposite the Killarney Railway Station and Outlet Shopping Centre - V93 R866.
View Google Maps to find exact location.
Drop Off
- Drop-off at The Great Southern Hotel, opposite the Killarney Railway Station and Outlet Shopping Centre.
Things to bring
- The confirmation email on your mobile phone may be shown at check-in as proof of your booking.
- Alternatively, please bring proof of your booking by printing your voucher at the end of the booking process. The voucher can also be printed by clicking the link on your confirmation email.
- Don't forget your camera to capture the amazing views of the Castle and its surroundings.
- Please arrive 10 minutes before your departure time.
- Warm clothes are advised; however, blankets are supplied to all passengers on the Jaunting Cars.
- The Killarney Jaunting Cars are covered from the elements.
Inclusions
- Guided Jaunting Car Tour of Killarney National Park with short stopover at Ross Castle.
- Children under 2 years of age complimentary.
- All taxes and charges are included in price.
Exclusions
- Admission to Ross Castle is not included in our prices.
- Food and refreshments are not included in price (unless pre-arranged with Killarney Jaunting Cars).
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Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be made no less than 48 hrs prior to tour time upon which a full refund will issue.
In the case of extreme unforeseen weather warnings guests will be notified of cancellation with a full refund issued.
A 5% credit card handling fee will apply on all refunds. With the exception of cancellations made by us due to extreme weather conditions.
Additional Policy Information
- All bookings go ahead despite very bad weather, unless we deem it unsafe, in which case you will be entitled to a full refund.
- The group organizer must inform Killarney Jaunting Cars if the group will be unable to keep to the time confirmed or if the group will be more than 10 minutes late arriving at a tour start point.
- While we will do our best to accommodate a group that arrives late or early, Killarney Jaunting Cars cannot be held responsible for any curtailing of the visit or for any dispute or issue arising from the late or early arrival of the group.
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