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Escape the rigid schedules and crowded coaches of mass transit to explore County Cork in private luxury. Traveling in an executive Mercedes-Benz with a dedicated local driver, you experience an unhurried day tailored entirely to your group's pace.
Arrive ahead of the morning tour buses at legendary Blarney Castle to climb the medieval keep, kiss the world-famous Blarney Stone, and browse fine knitwear at Blarney Woollen Mills. Next, journey south to Kinsale, Ireland’s postcard-perfect gourmet haven. Stroll lively streets lined with vibrant, colorful shopfronts, savor fresh Atlantic seafood along the harbor, and photograph the dramatic 17th-century ramparts of star-shaped Charles Fort.
With personalized meet-and-greet pickup from Cobh Cruise Terminal or your West Cork & City hotel lobby, and on-time return to your ship, this is the ultimate, stress-free way to experience authentic Irish heritage and sweeping coastal landscapes.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
1. Cobh Cruise Terminal (meeting point: outside the main security exit doors near the Annie Moore statue).
2. Cork Airport & Cork City Hotels (meeting point: hotel lobby/reception).
Itinerary
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1Blarney Castle & Gardens
Step back into medieval Ireland at this landmark fortress surrounded by historic estate grounds. Climb the spiral stone steps to the high battlements to kiss the famous Blarney Stone for the "gift of the gab," take in sweeping views across the rolling countryside, and wander the winding footpaths through the Rock Close and Poison Garden.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Blarney Woollen Mills
Visit one of Ireland's premier heritage retail destinations, originally established in 1823. Browse an extensive collection of traditional Aran knitwear, genuine Irish wool blankets, fine Waterford Crystal, and local artisan crafts, or enjoy a relaxed morning coffee before setting off for the coast.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Kinsale
Explore this compact, historic maritime haven on foot. Meander through winding streets framed by brightly painted facades, independent art galleries, and craft boutiques. Take advantage of your leisure time to sample fresh seafood at acclaimed waterfront bistros in Ireland’s culinary capital.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Charles Fort
Conclude your coastal route just outside Kinsale at this commanding 17th-century star-shaped bastion fortress. Capture panoramic photos across Kinsale Harbour, the Old Head peninsula, and the open Atlantic coastline before your comfortable return drive.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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