06 Sep 2022
Overall this was a bad experience. Our driver/guide seemed very personable at first, but did not provide a good experience. A few key issues were:
- He did not know how to get to the Cliffs of Moher. He was using his son’s phone for Google Maps, but locked the phone after we got there and he could not figure out how to open it. This resulted in us using our phones to provide directions, as he did not know how to get back from Killarney.
- He was not aware of what other attractions were advertised as part of the tour. He took us to the Cliffs of Moher, had us direct back to Bunratty Castle, and asked us to direct back to Killarney, so we missed a few things.
- Snacks/Beverages were advertised but not provided.
- He often sped and drifted out of his lane.
- The vehicle smelt like cigarette smoke.
- Spent a significant amount of time complaining about the “dummies” he had the day before.
When you hire a driver/guide you are looking for a knowledgable local to provide a personal touch and local input, not to have to direct them around or remind them which exit to take on a roundabout. We would of been better off spending our money on a rental vehicle and driving ourselves.
Moher and Bunratty were both very pretty.