Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Cobh, Cobh, County Cork
We will collect you in style from your Cruise Ship. When you leave the Ship, turn to the right, and your guide will be waiting for you near the pedestrian exit gate. We collect passengers from the cruise ship at 07:30 for departure @ 08:00. Where your ship docks later than 07:30 the tour will begin 30 minutes after disembarkation commences. We like to get ahead of the crowd and avoid the queues in Blarney!
Stop At: Blarney Stone, Blarney Castle, Blarney, Cork T23 Y598 Ireland
Our first stop of the day is Blarney. Visit the most famous Castle in all of Ireland!! Lie back and kiss the magical Blarney Stone and get the gift of the gab! Your admission is included saving you 15 euro. WE ARE HAPPY TO INCLUDE ADMISSION TO BLARNEY CASTLE: others will make you join a queue and pay at the gate! You will also have time to visit the world famous Blarney Woolen Mills. Famed as the largest Irish Store in the world, many take advantage of its tax free shopping offers on quality Irish products.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Pass By: The English Market, 41 Princes Street, Cork T12 RW26 Ireland
We depart Blarney and take a panoramic drive through Cork City. We view the highlights of this fine City such as the River Lee, St Finbarre's Cathedral, Shandon Bells, English Market and Grand Parade. Cork was recently considered by the Lonely Planet one of the 10 must see cities in the world. Some of its famous sons include Henry Ford, Michael Collins and of course world famous footballer Roy Keane.
Stop At: Charles Fort, Summercove, Kinsale Ireland
We drive through the beautiful Cork Countryside to the charming town of Kinsale! Enjoy typical views of the rolling fields of West Cork and also a stop overlooking picturesque Kinsale Harbor and its 2 forts - Charles Fort and James Fort. It was just off the Old Head of Kinsale that in 1915 the Lusitania sank with grave loss of life.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Kinsale Tourist Information Centre, Pier Rd, Town-Plots, Kinsale, Co. Cork, P17 C973, Ireland
Our next stop is the historical town of Kinsale for, a town famed for the battle of Kinsale in 1601. Today it is Ireland's gourmet capital with winding streets, great pubs and fine restaurants. On our standard 8h tours we stop in Kinsale for lunch, however depending on the departure time of the ship this must be at the drivers discretion (NO EXCEPTION). The town is beautifully situated at the mouth of the harbor and is exceptionally colorful with picture post card buildings and many country Irish folk with strange and distinguished accents
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Cobh Cathedral, Cathedral Terrace, Cobh None Ireland
If time allows, we can explore Cobh Cathedral.
Pass By: Port of Cobh, Ringmeen, Cobh, Co. Cork, Ireland
We depart Kinsale and to make sure you are back at least 1 hour before departure. The service ends back at the dockside after approximately 8 hours on tour. If the boat is leaving earlier we will amend the itinerary as necessary.
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Port of Cobh, Ringmeen, Cobh, Co. Cork, Ireland
Traveler pickup is offered
We collect passengers from the cruise ship at 07:30 for departure @ 08:00. If your ship docks later than 07:30, don't worry! The tour will begin 30 minutes after disembarkation commences. Example. If you dock at 11:00 am, we will operate the tour as soon as customers have disembarked the liner.
Ports
08:00 AM
8 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Infant seats available
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Booster/Baby seats required, and available. Please advise if you require at booking.
Collapsible scooters and wheelchairs can be stored under coach. Responsibility for the passenger for the day.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 58 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : GoPlaces577001
Had a great time at Blarney castle. The guide was able to get us right in.
The hike up to the top was a little tough but well worth it.
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Posted On : 2024-05-18
Posted By : Deborah_M
Blarney Castle grounds were beautiful. We did not attempt the climb to the top to "Kiss the Stone". Long line, plus a strenuous climb to the top. Our tour had a large bus, plus a smaller bus for the overflow. We were in the smaller van/bus, and it was very crowded, and the driver and guide on board provided very little commentary on the way. The stop at Kinsale was uneventful since we had not been told much about it at all. But, the scenery was pretty.
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : Darlene_F
We really enjoyed this excursion. Loved that we got picked up and dropped off at the port. I think our tour guide was PJ but really have us a nice tour with a lot of information. I would love to go back to Ireland.
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Posted On : 2024-05-15
Posted By : Vicki_S
DJ was the best! Funny guy and very knowledgeable, got us to Blarney Castle before the crowds! Showed us a couple of extra sites of interest.
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Posted On : 2024-05-13
Posted By : Robert_S
In spite of a little rain, the grounds around Blarney Castle were beautiful . We beat the crowd. We only climbed the castle for the view but did not wait in line to kiss the stone.
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Posted On : 2024-05-11
Posted By : Kathy_W
We had a great time on this day trip! Our guide are friendly and knowledgeable, .a very enjoyable day trip.
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Posted On : 2024-05-07
Posted By : suzyb557
Paul was wonderful! So informative about the areas we visited. The bus was very comfortable (the brand new smell was there). Blarney castle was amazing but the gardens were even better!(just as Paul said). Kinsale was just as I imagined with the wonderful Irish pubs, one had rugby on the tv!
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Posted On : 2024-05-04
Posted By : Raj_K
It was a good experience. Loved the Blarney castle.
We could’ve had one more hour at Blarney castle. We felt like it was rushed there and spent way more than needed time in Kinsale. Other than eating lunch we couldn’t fine anything to do there. A cathedral was on the itinerary but didn’t get to see it.
Thanks.
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Posted On : 2024-04-25
Posted By : Fern_B
John our tour guide was fantastic, engaging, informative and fun. A wonderful day that included many sights and experiences. Only down side was air-conditioning wasn't working. It had become unseasonably warm in the afternoon. Trying to adjust didn't work. Otherwise a great day!
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Posted On : 2024-04-24
Posted By : Robert_R
Day excursion from cruise ship... Easy find and excellent guide...............................................
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Posted On : 2024-01-29
