• Slea Head Drive - Rahinnane Castle: Starting in Dingle, the tour follows the picturesque Slea Head Drive through the countryside, passing Ventry’s deep-water natural harbor. The journey includes a visit to Rahinnane Castle, a 15th-century tower house within an ancient ringfort. Entry is €2 per person.

• Cross at Slea Head - Beehive Huts & Hold a Baby Lamb: Continuing from Rahinnane Castle, the tour proceeds along Slea Head Drive to Slea Head. Along the route, visitors can explore ancient structures like beehive huts and stone ring forts. “Hold a baby lamb” is a popular activity, with a €4 per person fee to visit the lambs, beehive huts, and a stone ring fort.

• Coumeenoole Beach - Near a Star Wars filming location on Dunmore Head, Coumeenoole Strand offers a stunning spot for photography or a relaxing walk along the water’s edge. The beach provides breathtaking views of the rugged coastline, especially at low tide, making it a favorite stop on the tour.

• Dun Chaoin Pier - The iconic winding path to Dunquin Pier is the historic departure point for Great Blasket Island settlers. Today, it serves as a launch point for tripper boats to the island. The paths atop the cliff offer spectacular views, with the option to descend the steep path for photos from lower vantage points.

• Clogher Strand - At Clogher Head, enjoy panoramic views of the Dingle Peninsula’s western edge. This expansive vista also overlooks the 2016 Star Wars filming location at Sybil Head.

• Gallarus Oratory - Departing the ocean and coastline, a scenic 15-minute drive leads to the 8th-century Gallarus Oratory, showcasing a remarkable example of ancient stone architecture.

• Kilmalkedar Church - This 12th-century Romanesque church ruin, built on an earlier monastic site, features a unique standing stone with a “needle hole” and ogham script. Nearby, a large stone cross, St. Brendan’s House, and excellent views of the church in the rural landscape can be found. Close to the church, explore the Keelers, a bullaun stone, a well marked by a cross slab, and the ancient stone ring fort at Caherdorgan, along with the ruins of St. Brendan’s Oratory.

• Dingle - After visiting Kilmalkedar Church, enjoy a 15-minute scenic drive back to Dingle for a lunch break in this historic maritime and fishing town.

• Dingle Peninsula - Post-lunch in Dingle, explore fascinating historical and cultural sites east of Dingle, including a famine tower, a medieval stone bridge, and a grotto above Dingle Bay. Navigate narrow lanes through stunning scenery and vistas en route to Minard Castle.

• Minard Castle - Possibly Ireland’s most picturesque castle, located by a stream flowing into Dingle Bay. Discover various views of the castle from the boulder beach and walk on the sand if the tide permits.

• Lough Anascaul - From Minard Castle, head to Anascaul village and take the old road uphill for breathtaking views. This tour section passes several abandoned, charming ruins. Visit the cemetery where local Antarctic explorer Tom Crean is buried. The journey back to Dingle includes parts of the ancient road, concluding the tour.

• Private transportation
• Photography Hints & Tips for capturing nicer images of people and scenery
• I’m happy to take Photos of you and your Group using your phones or cameras

• Snacks

During this Heritage tour around the Dingle Peninsula we discover and explore many significant sites as we travel though spectacular scenery. As well as improving your overall photography and composition with any camera or phone, I’m more than happy to use my own photo skills to take amazing photos of you in the gorgeous backdrop of the Dingle Peninsula. 

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!

I’ve been a regular visitor to the Dingle Peninsula throughout my life as my mother was originally from Dingle. I’ve been living here for over 20 years and I have spent the best part of the last 30 years discovering great locations and the best spots to capture the beauty of the area as a local landscape photographer. 

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.