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Historical Walking Tours in Valentia and the Skellig Region 20% OFF

Location Ring of Kerry, South West Ireland, Ireland, Europe
$71.32
$89.15
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Historical Walking Tour in Valentia and the Skellig Region offers an engaging journey through time. This immersive experience reveals the rich history of Valentia from the neolithic era to modern times, all while providing stunning views of the Skelligs and the Atlantic.

  • 🏞️ Walk from the Car Park to the top of Bray Head, enjoying breathtaking views of the Atlantic, Portmagee, and Valentia Harbour.
  • 🗿 Discover standing stones and ancient field enclosures that date back thousands of years.
  • 🏰 Visit the unique ruins of Crompeol village, where Gaelic heritage comes to life.
  • ⛪ Explore monastic huts featuring intricate stone carvings that tell stories of the past.
  • 📡 See the historic signal tower from the Napoleonic period, a key landmark of the region.
  • 🌊 Learn about the significance of Foilhommerum Bay, the landing site of the first transatlantic cable.
  • 🛡️ View the Cromwellian fort built in the 1650s, adding depth to your historical understanding.
  • 👟 The tour lasts 3 hours and is suitable for all physical fitness levels, with some steep walking involved.
  • 🐾 Service animals are welcome, ensuring an inclusive experience for all participants.
  • 📅 A knowledgeable local historian guides the tour, enhancing your journey through the history of Valentia and South Kerry.

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Historical Walking Tours in Valentia and the Skellig Region
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours

  • Guide

Meeting point
We will meet you at the Bray Head Car Park 15 minutes before the start time. The guide will have a sign saying A Sense of Place. The tour will start in the car park and will last approximately 3 hours.
Return details
We will meet you at the Bray Head Car Park 15 minutes before the start time. The guide will have a sign saying A Sense of Place. The tour will start in the car park and will last approximately 3 hours.

  • Bray Head
    We will travel back in time as we walk up Bray Head and see standing stones, visit the ruined Gaelic village of Crompeol, visit the monastic huts, and look for the elaborate carvings. All while looking towards the Skelligs and over the beautiful landscape of this part of Kerry. We will also see Foilhommerum bay where the transatlantic cable first reached Valentia and Cromwell Fort, built in the 1650s.

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Some steep walking necessary
  • Bring rain gear and good shoes or boots
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Historical Walking Tours in Valentia and the Skellig Region 20% OFF

    Location Ring of Kerry, South West Ireland, Ireland, Europe
    $71.32
    $89.15
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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