Top Cobh Private and Luxury

Your shore tour departs from your ship at the port of Cobh/Cork or Ringaskiddy first heading for Blarney Castle where you will have up to 2 hours free time to Kiss the legendary Blarney stone, explore the amazing gardens, take in some shopping at the famous Blarney Woollen Mills. After our visit to Blarney we will enjoy a panoramic driving tour through Cork city centre taking in famous landmarks such as The Shandon Bells and The English Market and learning all about the fearsome Vikings and Anglo Normans in Cork. The next leg of our trip will be through picturesque rolling Irish countryside as we meander our way to the charming village of Kinsale dubbed "Ireland's Gourmet Capital". Perfect for lunch! ++Porting at Ringaskiddy? No problem, our tour departs from here as well.+++ Official guides and Tour Escorts Guarantee back to ship on time If your ship does not port, then we offer a 100% refund ** Entrance to Blarney Castle & Gardens is Included in our Price **

Maximize your time on land in Ireland on a full-day shore excursion. From Cork Harbour, travel through the Irish countryside to the 13th-century Blarney Castle. Kiss the world-renowned Blarney Stone for good luck, if you like. Return to Cork for a coach tour of the city’s sights; visit the charming town of Kinsale, and make a brief stop in Cobh, famous as the departure point of the Titanic.

Maximize time in County Cork with a full-day private tour. Meet your local guide at the pick-up location of your choice and set out to see the historic Blarney Castle, the colorful fishing village of Kinsale, and Cork City. Skip the hassle of navigating and leave the driving to your private guide. Itineraries can be customized according to your individual interests.

Our great adventure starts visiting one of Ireland’s greatest treasures Blarney Castle, the home of Blarney Stone also known as Stone of Eloquence. Do you know if you kiss the stone, it will give you the gift of eloquence? Blarney Castle is more than a castle, it is a complex building divided in different parts: chapel, banqueting hall & family room, young ladies’ bedroom, the dungeon, the great hall, the kitchen… After this visit to the castle, we will drive to Cork where we are going to enjoy a panoramic tour (we don’t stop to visit sites). You will learn the history of English Market, one of the world’s oldest municipal markets, St. Anne’s Church which is known for the famous Shandon Bells tower. We can´t leave Cork without visiting the famous Jameson Distillery, during the tour you will be shown how whisky is made and you will be able to taste it. Maximum 25 pax ( adjustable times based on the schedule of your cruise) PLEASE NOTE: WALKING INVOLVED MISSING YOU ALREADY!!

The tour begins with a pick up from the cruise liner terminal in Cobh, Cork Harbour, where your driver will be waiting for you. This half day tour allows you to visit Blarney Castle in just 5 hours and be back on board in good time for dinner. Enjoy a little extra time to sleep, have breakfast and a hot shower before your afternoon tour starts.

For groups of all ages and sizes, with the easy to drive boats making it very easy to navigate the waters with Cork Harbour Boat Hire. Perfect for families and groups of all ages. An hour filled with fun, facts and adventure, wrapped up in an unforgettable sightseeing boat tour of Cork Harbour. Our easy-to-drive boats make it simple to navigate Cork Harbour. Our Safety Boat Guide will lead you around the harbour pointing out the many eye catching sights that our harbour has to offer.

Make the most of your time while your ship is docked at Cobh cruise port ,and discover three of south Ireland’s highlights, on this full-day shore excursion. Visit Blarney Castle to kiss the Blarney Stone, explore Cork, then continue through rolling countryside to the fishing port of Kinsale before returning to Cobh, the last port-of-call of the Titanic, and if time allows, seeing its impressive cathedral.

This is why you book a private tour. You get to travel in comfort. Its your day so the tour is built around you. On a private tour you have the benefit of deciding when you want to move on to the next attraction. We vist the world famous Blarney Castle and Gardens. This is where the famous stone is located. We next vist the renowned Jameson distillery where you will go behind the scenes and learn the secrets of the famous Irish whisky.After your tour you will get the opportunity to sample the different flavours of whisky on offer . We finish up back in the beautiful port of Cobh the last port for the tittanc. You will get to see where the passengers purchased there tickets for the famous ship.On our way through the streets of Cobh we will stop at the Catholic Cathedral. Built in the 18th century. After this stop we arrive back at your drop off point . It's a day to remember and most of all it's stress free touring. For you and whoever is touring with you.

Get the most out of your time in Ireland by exploring its beautiful scenery and historic sites. You won’t have to arrange transport, as train tickets and coach transfers are included. Enjoy exploring Blarney Castle, with free time to go shopping, get lunch, and take a city tour of Cork. Traveling with a guide to accompany you means you’ll learn as you tour Ireland’s highlights and you won’t have to navigate.

Make the most of your time in port on a shore excursion from Cobh and discover county highlights, including Blarney Castle, Kinsale, and Cobh Cathedral. Enjoy round-trip transportation for seamless transfer between dispersed locations, and gain insight into the region from your guide’s on-board commentary. Benefit from tailored departure times according to the duration your docking.

Enjoy swift access to one of County Cork’s top attractions with this skip-the-line Queenstown Story tour at the Cobh Heritage Centre. With your ticket in hand, beat the queues and head straight inside Cobh Heritage Centre to begin exploring. From the multimedia and audiovisual displays in place, learn of Cobh’s place in Ireland’s rich history. Gain insight into key events including the Great Famine, the transportation of convicts to Australia, cruise disasters like RMS Titanic and RMS Lusitania, and Ireland’s military and maritime history from the 17th century onward.

Cork’s Widest Range of Boat Tours Whether it’s on our Self Drive Boats in Cobh or our thrilling Harbour RIB tour, we have boat trips to suit everyone. All delivered by a dedicated team of passionate and experienced explorers. Are you looking for an exhilarating outdoor boating adventure in the open seas? See more of Cork’s coastline with our Sea Safari RIBs. Brace yourself for a natural adrenaline rush filled with fresh sea air! Eager to encounter Ireland’s vast array of wildlife, known to inhabit the region? You’ll have great fun trying to spot all the different birds and sea creatures in our guided Cork harbour sea safari tours. Curious about Cork’s fascinating history, culture and captivating sights? Our fully qualified skippers will take you on an unforgettable trip around the second largest natural harbour in the world. Our privately guided sailing tours will help you delve into all it has to offer at your own pace..

The waterfront town of Cobh in County Cork has a long and fascinating maritime history. Avoid wasting time wandering aimlessly with this guided tour, which is designed by a local historian. See key maritime sights around town, and learn about Cobh’s connections to the Titanic and Lusitania, and about the many millions of Irish emigrants who departed on ships from its port.

Having toured the length and breadth of Ireland for over 20 years, we have developed our tours to maximise our clients experience of Ireland. This tour takes in the beautiful Blarney Castle with its stunning scenery and history with an experienced driver guide. Filled with knowledge and interesting snippets of history, you will be able to make the most of your visit to Blarney and Kinsale taking in the beauty of the Irish countryside along the way.

Cobh is best known as an early stop on the RMS Titanic’s fateful voyage in 1912, but there’s a lot more to its history than just that one event. Uncover some on this short tour of the central city. Visit a number of locations where the history of the Irish Republic was written by Cobh volunteers: safe houses and prisons, barracks and sites where raging battles took place. Discover this often-unspoken side of the city with the help of your guide, a local historian.

Embark on a memorable private shore tour from Cobh, where history and nature come together. Cruise past iconic landmarks such as Hawkbowline Island, home to the Irish Navy, and the pier where the last passengers boarded the Titanic. Explore the scenic coastline and spot wildlife like dolphins as you pass Spike Island, once a notorious prison. Enjoy a relaxing stop in the charming village of Crosshaven, home to the world’s oldest yacht club, before continuing the tour around the harbour. This tour is perfect for history lovers and nature enthusiasts alike.

Our private day tour will take you into the hidden heartlands of Ireland to the historical Rock of Cashel. Travel time to Cashel.is 1.5 hours from Cork. The Rock of Cashel is fabled to have been created by St Patrick himself, the Rock predates this and was a seat of high importance in Ireland. Converted to a christian site in medieval times, it is dotted with structures almost 1,000 years old and a visit here is really a wonderful experience. From the Rock, we travel nearby to the medieval Hore Abbey and learn a little more about its development and influence on Irish history throughout the ages. From Hore Abbey, enjoy some time in Cashel town itself known for its great food and atmosphere before we continue to Cahir Castle. This Castle was used in the Film Braveheart and stands remarkably well preserved. One has the option to enjoy a guided tour, go self guided or perhaps enjoy a walk along the riverside before we return to Cork. Travel time from Cahir to Cork is 1 hour 15 minutes.

Get ahead of the crowds, see more of Cork’s premier attractions and travel in the comfort of a luxurious limousine with your own local tour guide who specializes in making the most of your limited time onshore. We can customize the day to suit - Some potentials: • Blarney Castle & Gardens > Cork City > English Market > Kinsale > St. Colman’s Cathedral > Cobh • Kinsale > The Old Head > Timoleague > Red Strand > Owenahincha > Drombeg > Glandore • Blarney Castle & Gardens or Barryscourt Castle Tour > Cork City > East Cork > Jameson/Midleton Distillery Tour An exhilarating tour of Cork’s very best awaits!

Explore Cork Harbour and Cobh by electric bike. The only cycle tour in Cork to take you across the River Lee - from the cathedral town of Cobh the final berthing place of the Titanic to the bustling Marina Market . Begin in Cobh, where we see Cobh Heritage Centre, St Colman’s Cathedral and Spike Island. Cross by ferry and continue between native trees, shrubs and wildflowers along the Cork City to Passage West Greenway, a repurposed old railway line. Travel the tree lined Marina alongside the world’s second largest natural harbour. Hear about the exploits of Cork’s sporting heroes as you pass Páirc Uí Chaoimh Stadium, the home of Cork GAA (Gaelic Athletic Association) where Ireland’s ancient games are played. The return journey involves a short stop at the majestic Blackrock Castle, a 16th century castle, home to an Observatory.

Your driver guide would be at your disposal for the duration of your tour. Of course you can decide to extend or reduce times. At one of the locations. You may decide to visit, including Blarney Castle, The English Market Cork, Jameson Distillery Midleton.

Enjoy a fantastic historic tour of Cobh with a certified guide. Learn more about Cobh’s importance as a tourist port and strategic military area in Cork Harbour. Dive deep into the story of two of the world’s most famous cruise ships: the Titanic and the Lusitania, and their close historic connections to this place. Little by little, we will get closer to the highest place in town to have a look in Saint Colman’s Cathedral, an impressive building representative of the French Neo-Gothic style which features the largest carillon of the isles. On the way, visit one of the most photographed places in Ireland: West View, where we find the picturesque 19th-century houses of the Deck of Cards. Stop at different lookouts with beautiful panoramic views of Cobh.

When your ship docks in the Port of Cork in Cobh, make the most of your limited time with this fully customizable private Cobh tour. Catch sight of the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle, potter around the hilly streets of Cork, and wander through the Spanish-influenced town of Kinsale. Then, relax as your guide returns you to port in time for your ship’s departure.

Avoid the crowds and discover Cork at your own pace with this private full-day tour of the city and surrounding towns aboard a spacious vehicle. Explore Blarney Castle—the home of the famous Blarney Stone—and wander around the brightly colored waterfront buildings of Kinsale before a visit to Cobh: the last port visited by the Titanic before the famous 1912 disaster.