From Dublin: Cahir and Blarney Castle Full-Day Tour From Dublin: Cork and Blarney Castle Full-Day Tour
ID: GYG18764-18764
Category:
Country: Ireland
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Visit 3 top Ireland attractions and kiss the famous Blarney Stone on this full-day trip from Dublin. Travel to Blarney Castle, Cahir Castle, and the Rock of Cashel in a luxury motor-coach, passing through beautiful Irish countryside on the way.
Set off on board a luxury, air-conditioned motor-coach and watch Dublin's urban cityscape give way to the rolling, green hills of the Irish countryside. This full-day trip will drive through several areas of interest, including the Galtee Mountains and the Curragh in County Kildare, which is home to Ireland's National Stud Farm.
First, arrive at Blarney Castle which is known around the world for its famous Blarney Stone. Kiss the stone and receive the “gift of the gab." Be sure to explore the rest of Blarney Castle as well as its lush grounds and woodland walks. Discover the scenic Rock Close by taking the Wishing Steps.
Depart Cork and arrive at one of Ireland’s 7 Wonders, the Rock of Cashel in County Tipperary. Explore the Hall of Vicars, Cormack’s Chapel, the Celtic Cathedral, the Round Tower, and the surrounding grounds filled with ancient high crosses. In addition, admire one of Ireland’s oldest Romanesque wall paintings inside this world-famous historical landmark. Afterwards, be returned to Dublin city center to complete your tour.
For your final stop of the day, visit one of Ireland's largest and best-preserved castles, Cahir Castle. The Castle was built in the 13th century, to house the Butler family. Built as a defensive castle it still boasts a lot of the original structure.
Highlights
- Visit Blarney Castle
- Kiss the famous Blarney Stone and receive the "gift of the gab"
- View the remarkable collection of Celtic art and medieval architecture at Rock of Cashel
- See beautiful landscapes in the Irish countryside
- Visit one of Ireland's largest castle, Cahir Castle, also one of Ireland's best preserved castles lying on a rocky island on the River Suir
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• There are steep steps at Blarney Castle, this part of the tour may not be suitable for people with limited mobility
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
The tour departs from the Molly Malone statue outside the old stone church on Suffolk Street, Dublin 2.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
