The Experience
The Cork & Blarney Castle Day Tour brings you from Dublin to three of Ireland’s most notable southern locations.
The day is fully hosted, and the journey begins on a reserved train service that keeps your trip relaxing and straightforward. As the train moves south, you will enjoy open countryside and views of historic buildings that reflect Ireland’s character.
When you arrive in Cork, you will have time to explore the central area and see why the city is often called Ireland’s southern capital. The next part of the tour brings you to Blarney Castle, where the castle grounds surround one of the country’s most recognised landmarks. You can explore the gardens at your own pace and take in the atmosphere that shaped the site’s long-standing story.
After visiting the castle, the tour continues to Cóbh. This coastal town sits on Cork Harbour and holds a strong place in Ireland’s maritime history. You will visit the Queenstown Story at the heritage centre, where the exhibition explains the town’s connection to emigration and its role as the Titanic’s final port of call. The experience is clear and well structured, which keeps the information easy to follow.
A local guide accompanies the group throughout the day and ensures that each part of the tour runs smoothly. All admissions are included, which removes the need for extra planning.
Your booking includes:
- All required rail travel with reserved seating
- Fully hosted rail and coach travel
- Admission to Blarney Castle and Gardens
- Admission to the Cóbh Heritage Centre
Enjoy a well-organised journey through Cork, Blarney Castle and Cóbh with a tour designed for ease and clarity!
Itinerary
Check in at 06:40 for the 07:00 departure from Dublin Heuston. Your representative will meet you at the Customer Service Desk in a bright yellow jacket.
The train travels south through Kildare and Tipperary before reaching Cork Kent Station at 09:35. You will then join the tour coach for the visit to Blarney Village and Blarney Castle. There is time to explore the grounds, kiss the stone and enjoy lunch.
After Blarney, the tour continues to Cóbh. You will visit St Colman’s Cathedral, walk past the former White Star Line offices and explore the Queenstown Story at the restored Victorian station and transatlantic terminal.
You will return to Cork Kent Station to board the train back to Dublin, arriving at Heuston Station at 20:00.
Important Information
Your Golden Moments voucher is not a ticket - please activate your voucher at www.goldenmoments.ie/redemption so we can arrange your booking for you.
To upgrade your ticket or add additional participants to your booking, simply reach out to our friendly customer service team. Discounted child tickets are also available, contact us for more information!
Duration
This is a full day tour starting from 7am and arriving back to Dublin at 8pm.
What to Wear
Please wear appropriate shoes for exploring and comfortable clothes.
Availability
Available on selected dates across the year, subject to availability. Please get in touch with us to check avalable dates.
Numbers
Your voucher is valid for one person. To add additional participants to your booking, please contact our customer service team.
Location
Dublin Heuston Station.
