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Ring of Kerry Private Chauffeur Tour from Foynes

Ireland's legendary 179 km coastal circuit — MacGillycuddy's Reeks, Killarney National Park, and sweeping Atlantic panoramas — explored in total privacy with a dedicated expert driver-guide.

What to expect

Your private driver-guide collects you at Foynes and heads south-west into County Kerry, tracing the famous Ring road around the Iveragh Peninsula past glacial lakes, stone-walled farms, and vertiginous Atlantic headlands. Stops are tailored to your interests — Torc Waterfall, Ladies' View over Killarney, the colourful streets of Kenmare, or a traditional Kerry pub lunch. The scenery builds to a crescendo at Moll's Gap, one of Ireland's great viewpoints. A long but deeply rewarding full-day immersion.

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ToursByLocals (Ireland private guides — pre-screen your local Kerry guide directly)
From approx. USD 900–1,200 per private group (full-day private vehicle); confirm exact quote with your selected local guide at booking
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Good to know

Journey time from Foynes to the Ring of Kerry is approximately 1.5 hours each way — this is a demanding day-trip, so share your exact all-aboard time with your guide and plan a 6–7 hour on-road window minimum. Book at least 4–6 weeks ahead for peak summer port days. Layers and waterproofs are essential whatever the forecast.

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Luxury cruises that call at Foynes — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Oceania · Oceania Insignia
12 nights · calls at Foynes
from $2,820
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Azamara · Azamara Quest
12 nights · calls at Foynes
from $4,179
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Azamara · Azamara Journey
11 nights · calls at Foynes
from $6,069
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