Private Scenic Photo Tour of the Beara Peninsula

Uragh Stone Circle on the Beara Peninsula

Private Scenic Photo Tour of the Beara Peninsula

By Dingle Darkroom

Free cancellation available

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Free cancellation available
9h
Mobile voucher
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Selective hotel pickup

Overview

This photography and sightseeing tour is a unique Irish “off the beaten track” experience. As we follow the narrow lanes that comprise the tranquil and serene Ring of Beara, we weave our way alongside crystal clear lakes and through amazing rural scenery. During our journey through these picturesque panoramas, we visit magical stone circles, atmospheric ruins, colourful villages and rustic farmhouses.

Simply sit back, relax and enjoy this wonderful tour or, if you’re capturing precious moments at the fabulous locations we’re visiting, I’ll provide tips and tuition on how to improve your photography with any camera or phone. All our locations are easy to access with no strenuous walking or climbing!

Activity location

Uragh Stone Circle
- Gleninchaquin Park
- Tuosist, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

Uragh Stone Circle
- Gleninchaquin Park
- Tuosist, Ireland

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Private Scenic Photo Tour of the Beara Peninsula

9h
English

Pickup included

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

$858.37 x 1 Traveler$858.37

Total

Until Sat, May 3

What's included, what's not

Private transportation
Photography tips on improving your photos
Photography of you and your group on phone camera
I can supply a couple of Basic DSLR cameras that can be used by participants with a bit of prior notice. please bring a 4GB - 16GB SD card
6 seats (can fit 7 if you want to squeeze 3 on the back bench!)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Bring your own food and drink, Picnics welcome

Know before you book

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Uragh Stone Circle

30m
Admission ticket not included

We take the narrow and winding lane into this scenic valley, carved from the last ice age, to visit the mystical stone circle at Uragh which overlooks Lough Inchiquin. From here we have a distant view of the impressive waterfall at the back of the valley, although an optional visit to the Gleninchiquin Park and waterfall can be arranged.

Derreen

We head towards Derreen and Lauragh, following the smaller roads that take us away from the well beaten track, revealing exquisite vistas on our way to this scenic area below the Healy Pass and alongside Glanmore Lake. Here we explore the lakeside and the crystal clear river that flows through an enchanting rural landscape. A visit to the woodland gardens at Derreen is also an option here.

Ardgroom Stone Circle

Situated on a hillside with outstanding views, this dream-like Stone Circle is an optional location we can visit. Although we can park 5 - 10 minutes away, there is a moderate walk through some softer ground, especially if we’re in a wet spell, although it’s well worth the effort.

Ring of Beara

At Ardgroom Village, we follow the Ring of Beara, a narrow single lane road that follows the coastline, providing a series of panoramic vistas of this wonderful coastal landscape along the wild Atlantic Way.

Kilcatherine Church and Cemetery

KiIcatherine Church is located above the rugged Atlantic coastline and dates back to the 12th Century. It was built on an earlier ecclesiastical site dating back to the 7th Century. As well as the ruins of the church, we explore the grounds containing many fine examples of headstones with celtic crosses. Enveloped in legends and folklore, we can also discover the Hag of Beara, a little way from the church.

Ring of Beara

Continuing along the narrow and winding country lanes of the Ring of Beara, we reach the colourful villages of Eyeries and Allihies, giving us access to delightful landscapes and vistas, some of which only the locals ever get to see, as we travel the backroads and cul de sacs that lead us to isolated beaches and coves on the rocky coastline.

Allihies

Allihies has remnants of 19th Century copper mining in the form of engine houses and their distinctive chimneys as well as mine shafts dotting the landscape. Along the coast we discover the photogenic “Beara Bowl” a natural circular rock formation that faces the open Atlantic Ocean. From here we can visit the cable car that links Dursey Island to the mainland, walk on some of the sandy scenic beaches that are found along the rugged coastline or capture some of the atmospheric famine ruins among the landscape.

Dunboy Castle and Puxley Mansion

The ruins of the 15th century Dunboy Castle are located at the end of a narrow track at the edge of the channel between Bear Island and Castletownbere. Also of interest are the gatehouses to Puxley Mansion, which looms above the ruins of the castle.

Castletownbere

We take a break in Castletownbere to explore the ancient fishing port and explore the interesting galleries and charming shop fronts that are found along the main street.

Healy Pass

A famine relief project, The Healy Pass was built as “The Kerry Pass” linking the north and south sides of the Beara peninsula. Running from Adrigole Bridge in County Cork, the road snakes to the pass where it crosses the Caha mountain range at a height of around 300m and rolls down a scenic valley to Lauragh Bridge in County Kerry. Captivating views over the Kenmare River, Bantry Bay and the Glanmore Lake area are available at various stops along the way.

Location

Activity location

Uragh Stone Circle
- Gleninchaquin Park
- Tuosist, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

Uragh Stone Circle
- Gleninchaquin Park
- Tuosist, Ireland

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