Top Cork Day Trips

Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $70

Blarney Castle and Kinsale Tour from Cork

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $70

Marvel at the mighty Cliffs of Moher and the wild landscape of the Burren—and leave the transit to someone else for hassle-free logistics—on this full-day coach tour from Cork. Enjoy dramatic views along the Atlantic coast as you stand atop the 702-foot- (214-meter)-high sea cliffs, then walk the vast karst plain of the Burren. Plus pay a visit to Ireland’s 2014 City of Culture, Limerick, and pose for photos at Bunratty Castle.

Cliffs of Moher Day Tour from Cork: Including Wild Atlantic Way

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $88

Private Tour Blarney, Kinsale & Cobh .The Best Cork has to offer.

Rated 5 stars . This is why you choose a private tour. So you can travel stress free Take in the stunning views on your journey. Visit hidden jems where tour buses can't reach.And it's you who decides when we move on .Its your day so let's make it a day to remember. You will travel in a modern clean taxi. That can accommodate 4 people but 3 would be comfortable. The world famous Blarney Castle will be your first stop a 14th century medieval stronghold. Here you will also get to kiss the Blarney stone.And stroll through the stunning gardens. We then travel to kinsale the stunning views the charming little streets .Out to the cliffs take in the amazing views it has to offer. We also visit the Garden of Remembrance. Dedicated to the 343 fire fighters who lost there lives on September 11th in the twin towers attack in 2001. Last but not least we make our way to Cobh cathedral and a panoramic view of cobh Taking in the breathtaking views of the harbour.

Private Tour Blarney, Kinsale & Cobh .The Best Cork has to offer.

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $667

Admire the epic scenery of Ireland’s Dingle Peninsula without having to focus on driving on this full-day trip from Cork. Soak up the scenery of the Wild Atlantic Way as someone else transports you between beauty spots such as Inch Beach, one of the country’s prettiest. See sea views on Europe’s westernmost drive around Slea Head, and enjoy photo stops at stunning viewpoints. Along the way, stop at the port of Dingle, known for its resident dolphin and its colorful arts and music scene.

Dingle Peninsula Day Tour from Cork: Including The Wild Altanic Way

11 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $70

Easy Access Blarney Stone and Castle Gardens Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $79

Cork is widely considered among Ireland’s must-see cities, but pounding the pavements to explore on foot takes time and effort. With this 24-hour ticket, spin through Cork by sightseeing bus and take in top attractions such as Cork City Gaol, the English Market, Shandon Bells, and University College Cork with ease. Hop on and off at your leisure, and learn of Cork’s colorful history through informative audio commentary.

Hop On/Hop Off Cork City Sightseeing Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $26

Scenic West Cork to Mizen Head departing from Cork City. Guided. Full Day

Travel along the southern coastline of Ireland during this full-day tour of the Wild Atlantic Way departing from Cork City. Skip the hassle of navigating and board a coach in Cork for an excursion that includes scenic villages, historic landmarks, and dramatic cliffs. Admire the natural beauty of Mizen Head, explore the vibrant market town of Bantry, and see the Gougane Barra National Forest Park during this full-day tour.

Scenic West Cork to Mizen Head departing from Cork City. Guided. Full Day

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $95

Maximize time in Cork City with a guided walking tour focused on local history and culture. Meet your guide and set out on a stroll through Ireland’s Second City including top landmarks such as St. Patrick Street, the Huguenot Cemetery, and Coal Quay Market. Hear stories about the maritime and merchant history of Cork City as you get your bearings and see the English market, Nano Nagle Bridge, and more.

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Cork City Ramble

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from $36

Cork Midleton DistilleryJameson Experience & Whiskey Tasting

1 hour 15 minutes

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from $37

Experience one of Ireland’s most unforgettable days on a private journey from Cork to the world-famous Cliffs of Moher, where dramatic cliffs rise high above the Atlantic Ocean. Travel in comfort through changing landscapes towards Ireland’s wild west coast, with the journey becoming part of the experience. As a private tour, the pace is relaxed and flexible, giving you time to enjoy the scenery along the way. At the Cliffs of Moher, enjoy time to walk, take in the sweeping Atlantic views and experience one of Ireland’s most iconic natural landmarks at your own pace. On the return journey, stop at Bunratty for lunch at the famous Durty Nelly’s, one of Ireland’s best-known traditional pubs, before visiting Bunratty Castle & Folk Park and stepping back in time in its traditional Irish village setting. With private pickup from your Cork City accommodation, luxury transport and a flexible itinerary, this is a smooth and memorable full-day experience designed around you and your group.

Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle Private Day Tour from Cork

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $1,424

Overview of your Cork tour: Did you know that the Blarney Castle originally dates from before the 12th Century? It has beautiful stone fortifications, accessible rooms and battlements, and it's surrounded with gorgeous extensive gardens which in and of themselves present various attractions such as several natural rock formations. At the top of the castle lies the Stone of Eloquence - better known as the Blarney Stone. Here, you'll be able to hang upside down over a sheer drop to kiss the stone (which is said to give you the gift of eloquence). There are paths touring the grounds that lead to the Blarney House, which overlooks a nearby lake. Enjoy an idyllic day in the beautiful Blarney village and venture exploring the Blarney Castle and its grounds, before returning to Cork City for further exploration of our culture! We are pleased to offer you two flexible options for your experience: 1. Tour Without Tickets 2. Tour With Tickets Choose the option that best suits your day!

Day Tour to Cork City Blarney Castle and Kinsale

Day Tour to Cork City Blarney Castle and Kinsale

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $953

Fastnet Rock Lighthouse & Cape Clear Island tour departing Baltimore. West Cork.

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $93

Ring of Kerry & Killarney tour departing from Cork City. Guided. Full Day.

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $91

Fastnet Rock Lighthouse & Cape Clear Island Tour from Schull West Cork

6 hoursFree Cancellation

The stunning Ring of Kerry follows a scenic drive around the Iveragh Peninsula, following a beautiful patchwork landscape, surrounded by rolling hills, occupied by Kerry's friendly sheep and grazing cows. The Ring of Kerry boasts some of the most breath-taking vistas, winding roads and jagged coastlines. The tour will bring you through the many little villages and towns including Killarney, Kenmare, Sneem and Caherdaniel scattered along the route.

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from $90

Private Ring of Kerry Tour from Cork City

Private Ring of Kerry Tour from Cork City

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from $1,370

Cycle the scenic 23km Midleton to Youghal Greenway on a guided electric bike tour through East Cork’s rolling countryside. Beginning and ending at the Midleton trailhead—just a short walk from the train station—this off-road trail winds past farmland, villages, and Ballyvergan Marsh, a haven for birdlife. In the historic seaside town of Youghal, riders enjoy a relaxed coffee break with coastal views before heading back. With knowledgeable local guides and comfortable e-bikes, it’s the perfect mix of nature, culture, and easy adventure.

East Cork Escape: Guided E-Bike Tour Midleton to Youghal

East Cork Escape: Guided E-Bike Tour Midleton to Youghal

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

from $101

Private Tour: Classic Cork Tour visiting Blarney Castle & Kinsale

Private Tour: Classic Cork Tour visiting Blarney Castle & Kinsale

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from $1,096

Discover a breathtaking landscape of rolling hills, lakes, emerald peaks, and rugged Atlantic coastline on a private tour of the Ring of Kerry tourist trail from Cork. Considered one of the most scenic drives in southwest Ireland, the journey takes you through the ‘Wild Atlantic Way’ — an unspoiled and inspiring territory rich in beauty and legends. Pass through charming towns like Kenmare and Glengarriff, while a private driver and guide shares captivating local history and traditions.

Private Ring of Kerry Highlights Tour from Cork, Car or Minibus

Blarney Castle, Kinsale & Cork City Centre

from $715

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $1,251

Private Tour Blarney Kinsale & Cobh Viator Badge Of Excellence

7 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $947

Our expert driver guides set our private day tours apart by bringing great knowledge and advice to every trip. This Cliffs of Moher Day Tour is a once in a lifetime experience and ideal for people of groups (individuals, couples, families, multi generational) of all ages. This day tour is a cultural experience taking you through some of the best scenery in Ireland and immersing you in the natural environments from the Cliffs themselves to the lunar landscape of the BuBurren. Your driver guide can discuss your itinerary with you and offer flexibility where possible. We make every effort to exceed your expectations on this wonderful day tour. From the moment we meet, we will make you feel relaxed and confident that you are in the very best of hands. We live by the mantra that we are only as good as our last tour and this drives us to enjoy every day and make every experience count.

Private Tour: Stunning Cliffs of Moher and the Burren from Cork

Private Tour: Stunning Cliffs of Moher and the Burren from Cork

10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,287

Blarney Castle and Cork City

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from $894

At the iconic Blarney Castle you have the opportunity to kiss the legendary Blarney Stone before getting a private guided tour through the stunning grounds and gardens , this is what separates Sean’s tour from the rest , join him on the Blarney adventure followed by a scenic , historic and cultural tour to ensure you have a day to remember. He will give you all the folklore, history and culture of his native county in his modern spacious air conditioned minibus.As we meander our way through the city and county some traditional music helps to set the tone and the elevated seating in your modern a/c vehicle ensures you are in for a day to remember. Having completed The National Tour Guide certification and a promise that i do all tours myself you are guaranteed a National Tour guide as your driver.

Blarney,Cork,Kinsale,Ultimate Private Guided/National Tour Guide

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from $1,071

Cobh (Cork) to Blarney Castle & Kinsale - Shore Excursion

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MATTHEW_M, Aug 2026

What a great tour!

This was a great experience. Our guide, Jamie, was wonderful. He told us a lot of history and had a great knowledge of local culture. The company communicated with us well before the tour. They started the tour early so we could be first at Blarney castle. And we were first, which allowed us to get to the top without a line. This was an amazing tour. I highly recommend.

Blarney Castle and Kinsale Tour from Cork

Cara_D, Aug 2026

Self guided with driver added stories

This tour was great! The perfect mix of tour guide during the bus ride and then self guided site visits at your pace. We arrived at Blarney Castle as it opened, which means - no crowds, no lines!! On to Charles Fort which we didn't know about but was our 2nd favorite stop. Then the history and beauty of the coast in Kinsale and Cobh.

Ring of Kerry Day Tour from Cork: Including Killarney National Park

Antje_S, Aug 2026

Amazing Ring of Kerry trip

It is a great experience and provided numerous stops for photo opportunities and restroom breaks. Our driver TJ was phenomenal and a very experienced driver in sometimes challenging road conditions (we encountered a bicycle race which brought traffic to a complete stop at times).

Private Tour Blarney, Kinsale & Cobh .The Best Cork has to offer.

Alise_I, Jul 2026

Wonderful full day with Colin!

Really wonderful day! We were picked up at our B&B by Colin. We were at ease right away with him- very kind and funny! We first went to Blarney and Colin gave us all the tips we needed for a great experience. We met after the Blarney Castle tour and went to the Woolen Mills for THE BEST IRISH COFFEE I’ve ever had in my life! We had mentioned that we’d like to have a nice seafood lunch in Kinsale. Colin was kind enough to recommend a restaurant and even called and made the reservation for us. We made our way to Cobh and saw the cathedral and the marina/waterfront area (gorgeous!). We then headed to Kinsale. The Old Head was the highlight for me- you’ve never seen more beautiful cliffs and ocean! Breathtaking! Since we are American, Colin recommended we see the 9/11 Garden of Remembrance. It was so special and touching to see the 343 firefighters who perished remembered on this beautiful piece of land- extremely moving. Next was our lunch reservation in Kinsale. We ate at Fishy Fishy and it was great! Colin got us back to our hotel in Cork in one piece. He was a great guide and told great stories, keeping us in stitches the entire day. Loved this tour!

Easy Access Blarney Stone and Castle Gardens Tour

Philip_E, Jul 2026

Great tour with a great guide!

Maryna clearly knew her way around Blarney and the castle grounds, with so many lovely spots to stop and admire the scenery and take photos. The castle itself had a bit of a line when we arrived, and she suggested going around the gardens instead and coming back (the tickets are good all day) and she was right - by early afternoon there was no line at all and we could get straight in. But the grounds and gardens are the unexpected best part of the tour, and Maryna was fun and interesting with lots of insights! And she'll help you with taking group photos! Highly recommended

Cork City Ramble

Terrence_O, Jul 2026

Cork Ramble

This walking tour was an excellent introduction to Cork. Our host was a wealth of knowledge, bringing the city's history to life with engaging stories and fascinating details that I would have completely missed exploring on my own. The route covered many of Cork's highlights, including St. Patrick's Street, the Crawford Art Gallery, Rory Gallagher Place, the Huguenot Cemetery, Grand Parade, South Mall, and the English Market. Along the way, we learned about Cork's maritime history, architecture, music, commerce, and the remarkable people who helped shape the city. The tour was well paced, entertaining, and informative from beginning to end. I left with a much deeper appreciation for Cork and plenty of ideas for places to revisit during my stay. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the city, especially at the beginning of their trip.

Scenic West Cork to Mizen Head departing from Cork City. Guided. Full Day

Kathleen_A, Apr 2026

Incredible trip!!

I truly enjoyed this tour. I had already been to the Cliffs of Moher and thought they were spectacular, but in my opinion Mizen Head was even more beautiful. It isn’t an easy hike to see a lot of it but well worth the time and effort. As for the tour, Brian (I hope that’s how he spells his name) was an awesome guide. Informative, funny, accommodating, just the kind of person you would want for a guide on any tour. We saw a lot of small towns on our way to Mizen Head and Brian was quick to offer info about each place and point out things I would have probably missed if he hadn’t mentioned them. This was my third tour on my trip to Southern Ireland and it was far and away the best.

Private Tour Blarney Kinsale & Cobh Viator Badge Of Excellence

Richard_S, Apr 2026

Spectacular Day Trip to Cobh, Blarney, and Kinsale

Our tour guide and driver was Derek. He was super polite, as friendly as can be, and very professional throughout the full day-tour! Derek is a wealth of knowledge and experience and he is bubbling over-the-top passionate to share it all with you! He packs some amazing spots to see and explore into the trip! If you ever get the chance to select Derek - do it without any hesitation! He was the absolute best guide we had on our 14 days in Ireland! Our 11-year old daughter said this tour was an absolute 10-star as she was exiting the vehicle! No surprise there! One thing is for sure - you won’t be disappointed!

Cork Midleton DistilleryJameson Experience & Whiskey Tasting

Rachel_B, Dec 2025

Great group tour, visit during the holidays!

This was a really lovely experience, great for a group. The tour was 50 minutes long and kept us all moving and active which was nice, and it was easy to hear and understand. The tasting at the end was a good broad sample and I appreciated the cocktails and NA drinks at the end of the tour for drivers! During the holidays there is plenty of decorations whcih make it quite festive as well. Worth the drive from Cork!