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Blarney Castle Day Trip from Dublin

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Blarney Castle Day Trip from Dublin
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
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Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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Overview

Enhance your experience of Ireland with a full-day excursion to three of the country’s top attractions. From the comfort of a luxury coach, travel through the Irish countryside to visit Blarney Castle, famed for the enchanting Blarney Stone, which grants those who kiss it the gift of gab. See, too, Cahir Castle and the Rock of Cashel Cathedral and gain insight into the region’s rich heritage from your guide.
  • See three top Ireland attractions in one day on a full-day trip from Dublin
  • Visit Blarney Castle and kiss the famous Blarney Stone
  • Tour the Rock of Cashel in County Tipperary
  • Transport by luxury, air-conditioned coach

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Departure Point

Molly Malone Statue, Suffolk St, Dublin 2, D02 KX03, Ireland

Departure Time

6:50 AM

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
Greet your guide at a central Dublin location and climb aboard a luxury, air-conditioned coach destined for County Kildare. Gaze at the rolling green hills of the Irish countryside, and listen to commentary from your guide as you go. 

After passing through picturesque areas like County Tipperary and County Kildare, arrive at the ancient fortress of Blarney Castle, famed for one of Ireland’s best-loved treasures, the Blarney stone. Ascend to the castle’s tower to kiss the Blarney stone and receive, according to legend, the skill of speaking in a charming and eloquent manner. 

Travel onward to Cahir Castle and the Rock of Cashel in County Tipperary. Hear the legends that surround the imposing twin towers of the cathedral and take a guided tour of the structure’s Hall of Vicars and Cormac’s Chapel, home to the oldest Romanesque wall painting in Ireland. 

Return to the coach for the journey back to Dublin, where the tour concludes.
Itinerary
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Molly Malone Statue
We will meet in front of the Molly Malone statue on Suffolk Street. Our exciting day tour will begin by travelling through Ireland’s southern terrain. Before leaving you’ll meet your fun-loving and knowledgeable tour guide and your fellow travel companions!
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Duration: 5 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
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Blarney Castle & Gardens
Blarney Castle, built by the McCarthy clan over 600 years ago, still retains its old world charm with its towers, battlements and gated entrance built on a rocky outcrop. Rock close is a magical garden filled with enchanting druidic rock formations, water features and exotic plants. The grand Scottish baronial style Blarney House is reflects a bygone era of wealth and statesmanship.
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Duration: 3 hours 
Admission Ticket Included
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Blarney Stone
Kiss the Blarney stone, situated on the parapets of the castle, to gain the gift of eloquence - that is the ability to persuade people and being able to talk yourself out of trouble… Discovery Travel Channel lists kissing the Blarney Stone amongst its 99 things to do before you die!
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Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
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Cork
Ireland’s second largest city, known as the ‘Rebel City’, take time to explore its vibrant Irish atmosphere. Here in Cork you will be met by a local guide who will bring you on a walking tour throughout the city. Discover the history and the famous places Cork has to boast. If you have time, make sure to visit The English Market which has plenty of Irish produce food to choose from. Following your guided tour of the city you will have some time to explore and sample some local cuisine.
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Duration: 2 hours 
Admission Ticket Free
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Rock of Cashel
The Rock of Cashel is a multi-period monastic site, which was a fortress before it became the seat of the bishop of the diocese of Cashel, and venue where the historical Synod of Cashel was held. Visit the Great Cathedral, the Hall of Vicars Choral, Cormack's Chapel (with one of Ireland's best preserved Irish frescoes and Romanesque architecture) and a Round tower, all perched on a solid rock ringed by a curtain wall- most of it dating back from before the Cambro-Norman conquerors came to Ireland in the late 12th Century.
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Duration: 1 hour 
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Extreme Ireland
To finish off, we’ll arrive back in Dublin to reminisce about all of the exciting highlights!
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Duration: 5 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infants are welcome, provided that customers bring their own safety seats
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Irish Day Tours

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

  • 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.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Blarney Castle Day Trip from Dublin?
A:
The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
See all safety measures taken by Blarney Castle Day Trip from Dublin.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Blarney Castle Day Trip from Dublin?
A:
The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
See all safety measures taken by Blarney Castle Day Trip from Dublin.
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Blarney Castle Day Trip from Dublin?
A:
The policies on social distancing are:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
See all safety measures taken by Blarney Castle Day Trip from Dublin.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Blarney Castle Day Trip from Dublin?
A:
The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
See all safety measures taken by Blarney Castle Day Trip from Dublin.
Q:
What is the maximum group size during Blarney Castle Day Trip from Dublin?
A:
This activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers.

See all safety measures taken by Blarney Castle Day Trip from Dublin.

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Traveler Tips

  • "Be sure to check out the gift shop, as it has virtually any kind of Irish gift you can imagine." See review
  • "Also at Blarney there was an enormous all things Irish gift shop, that is a must!" See review

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Gift of Gab!
Andrew_D
, Mar 2020
The Blaney castle is a wonderful experience. To learn about it's history , to walk the grounds, and to kiss the Blarney Stone was collectively awesome!
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Nice time at Blarney Castle
Aaron_G
, Mar 2020
Tour of Blarney Castle and Rock of Cashel we’re great. The weather was cold and rainy but that’s all part of it. The tour of Cork city was a little dry and I would’ve rather foregone that to have more time at Blarney Castle since that seemed a little rushed. Liam the driver was great. All in all it was a good tour and I’d do it again.
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Interesting but scary driver
K58
, Mar 2020
Trip was good once we arrived at Blarney. Long drive, smallish van type bus. Uncomfortable due to fact driver L..m was filling his vape pen while driving. Felt the tires hit the ridged wake up tiles more than once. Shame.
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icon Response from Host , Mar 2020
Hi K58, Thank you for your feedback and rating. We're glad you enjoyed your tour with us. I will pass on your comments to our Transport Manager also. We hope to see you on board another Irish Day adventure in the near future. Kind regards,
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Good Job Aiden
Greg_M
, Mar 2020
Aiden did a great job. Very funny and informative without talking too much. Great advice and we enjoyed Cork.
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A perfect “kiss” of Ireland!!
James
, Mar 2020
Excellent tour! Guide was prompt for pick-up. Very informative. Adequate stopping points for restrooms and coffee breaks. The scenery was beautiful!!
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icon Response from Host , Mar 2020
Hi James, Thank you so much for your feedback, and 5* rating for your Blarney tour. We're delighted to see that you enjoyed your day so much with us. We look forward to seeing you on board another Irish Day Tours adventure on your next trip to Ireland : ) Thank you,
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Act of God
kenneth_s
, Feb 2020
Rob our tour guide was great. He maximised the time to pack in as much as possible. And when the weather had forced the closure of 2 sites, he came up with an alternative option which worked out nicely.
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simranjitsiingh
, Feb 2020
Small group, friendly tour guide, perfect balance of travel and visit time. Would highly recommend to everyone!
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icon Response from Host , Feb 2020
Hi, Thank you for your feedback and 5* rating, we really appreciate it. We're delighted you enjoyed your Blarney tour with us, and we hope you will join us on another Irish Day Tours adventure in the near future. Kind regards,
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Worth Every Penny
joannarathkey
, Jan 2020
This was a lovely small-group tour of the West/South parts of Ireland. Derrick, our tour guide and driver, was excellent. We absolutely loved seeing Blarney Castle, the Rock of Cashel, and Cahir Castle. The pace was excellent for a small group, and Derrick had great historical tidbits to share with us. Only great things to say about this tour! Highly recommended!
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Blarney Castle Cashel Rock
Sightsee55654123997
, Jan 2020
Aiden was our guide, the perfect guide, knowledgeable and personable, and he made a long full day fun, interesting and entertaining.
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icon Response from Host , Jan 2020
Hi, Thank you for your feedback and 5* rating, we really appreciate it! We're delighted you enjoyed your Blarney tour with Aidan, and hope to see you on board another Irish Day Tours adventure in the near future. Kind regards,
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Great day out with a great driver
Lyndel E
, Dec 2019
Despite terrible weather (rain and high winds and threat of closures), driver Rob gave everyone on the small bus a great day out. He gave us some great views that wouldn't have been possible from the larger bus, sang to us, was very informative and even offered us invaluable advice on driving out of Dublin airport the next day. Enjoyed our visit to all 3 very different castles. Bad weather meant small crowds, no queues and great timing (although I can see that in peak time it could be a little tight).
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