Embark on a scenic rail tour from Dublin to Blarney Castle in Cork. Kiss the famous Blarney Stone, explore the castle grounds, and learn about Ireland’s emigrants at the Queenstown Story in Cobh.
- Blarney Castle & Gardens - Upon arriving in Cork at 09:35, we will transfer to our tour coach and travel through Cork City to Blarney Village, home to the historic Blarney Castle, which is over 600 years old.
Explore the stunning gardens and take the opportunity to kiss the famous stone, believed to grant the gift of eternal eloquence to those who do. There will also be time for shopping and lunch in Blarney Village.
TIP! We suggest having lunch here, as it will be the only chance to enjoy a substantial meal during the day.
We will depart Blarney at approximately 13:30 hrs, or as directed by your Host, and head to Cóbh via the city centre for a brief city tour.
- Cobh Cathedral - Upon arriving in Cóbh (pronounced: Cove), we will visit St Colman’s Cathedral. We will then proceed along the seafront, passing the former White Star Line offices on our way to the beautifully restored Victorian railway station/transatlantic terminal. This is now the Cóbh Heritage Centre, home to the Queenstown Story, with your entrance included.
- Cobh Heritage Centre The Queenstown Story - When Queen Victoria visited Ireland in 1849, she came to Cóbh, and the town was renamed Queenstown in her honor. It was renamed Cóbh after Irish independence in 1922.
Cóbh was the final port of call for the RMS Titanic, a theme well explored at the centre. The centre also provides extensive information about the Great Famine and subsequent Irish Emigration, with 3 million Irish people emigrating from Cóbh, primarily to the United States.
The Lusitania was torpedoed off the coast of Cork, leading to the United States’ entry into the First World War, and the few survivors were brought to Cóbh for refuge.
Cóbh is also the headquarters of the Irish Navy, and you will likely see some navy ships.
- Qualified driver-guide on coaches
- Information pack
- Reserved seats on trains
- All travel by rail and coach from Dublin
- Host on trains
- Attractions Admissions
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Your trip to Ireland isn’t whole without stopping by Blarney Castle! During this all-day adventure from Dublin, you’ll have the opportunity to peck the renowned Blarney Stone, roam the castle’s surroundings, and learn about the poignant history of Ireland’s expatriates at the Queenstown Story in Cobh. With train and bus, you’ll embark on a voyage exploring the abundant history and picturesque landscape of Ireland.
- Check in at 6:40AM! Train departs at 7am & it does not wait. Our yellow check-in stand is located close to the Customer Service Desk at Heuston Station where our representative will be waiting for you in their BRIGHT yellow jacket!
- Due to operational reasons it may, on occasion, be necessary to alter certain itineraries.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Children U16 cannot book independently. They must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times.
- WHEELCHAIR POLICY: Our tours are a combination of train and luxury coach and include a moderate level of physical activity, such as short walks to meeting points etc. Unfortunately even the most modern luxury coaches (buses) are not wheelchair friendly, thus our tours are not suitable for those with mobility issues, and regretfully walkers, wheelchairs and mobility scooters cannot be accommodated on our tours.
- This tour offers stops en route for photographs, shopping, etc.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
