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From Dublin: Blarney, Rock of Cashel and Cahir Castles Tour
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From $105.69 per person
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Take an air-conditioned bus ride and observe the transformation of Dublin's metropolitan environment into the verdant hills of the Irish countryside. Travel through a number of interesting locations, such as the Irish National Stud's home, the Curragh in County Kildare, and the Galtee Mountains. Discover the fabled Rock of Cashel, a recognisable representation of Ireland's historical significance, as you delve into its past. A remarkable collection of mediaeval structures can be seen at this location, such as a high cross, round tower, abbey, Romanesque chapel, Gothic cathedral, and 15th-century tower house. Reach Blarney Castle, which is well-known around the world for the Blarney Stone. Put your lips on the stone to obtain the "gift of gab." Discover enchanted gardens with mystical waterfalls and ancient ferns. This location, rich in mystery and history, promises an amazing experience. Climb the Wishing Steps to see the charming Rock Close. In Blarney Castle, there is a range of restaurants to pick from. Discover the magnificent Cahir Castle, one of Ireland's largest and best-preserved, as your day's last destination. It is perched atop a rocky island in the River Suir. Constructed by the Butler family in the thirteenth century, this storied castle has seen many fabled sieges and conflicts. Its impressively maintained defensive architecture provides an intriguing look at the inventiveness of the Middle Ages. Experience its fascinating past with a guided tour and audiovisual presentations. After that, go back to Dublin's city centre to round out your tour.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Discover some major Irish landmarks and cultural sites in a single day
- Gain a greater understanding of Ireland's history and culture with your guides
- Take a break from the capital and discover spectacular rural Ireland
- Relax onboard comfortable bus as you travel between destinations
- Enjoy ample site time for thorough exploration and discovery
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Thurles
Activities at Rock of Cashel.
Continued
Dublin
Activities at Blarney Castle.
Continued
Dublin
Activities at Cahir Castle.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with USB ports Driver/guide Rock of Cashel admission Blarney Castle & Gardens admission Cahir Castle admission Wifi on board
Not Included
Luch Tips Optional activities
What to Bring
What to bring - Comfortable shoes - Umbrella - Snacks - Rain gear - Charged Smartphone Know before you go - There are steep steps at Blarney Castle, this part of the tour may not be suitable for people with limited mobility
Restrictions
Student rate requires a student valid ID
Meeting & Pickup
Please be at the Molly Malone Statue on Suffolk Street, Dublin 2, 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time (7:50AM)
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
Traveler Impressions
What travelers are saying
2026-04-22
5.00 / 5
Philip was an amazing tour guide! We enjoyed his commentary during our drive describing both what we would see and the landscapes. He also made the drive enjoyable. We appreciated the way the day was broke up with bathroom breaks when the drive was longer. With a full day excursion it was nice to know when the next bathroom break was! Little thing to do but it made it so much more comfortable! Loved the stops and the knowledge we were given.
2025-09-26
5.00 / 5
Phil was great (but be on time)! 4 stars is only because we wish we had more time at the stops, particularly Blarney which could be a half day trip in itself. That’s not Phil’s fault though, it’s a full day but if you really want to spend a lot time at Blarney, consider another tour. We spent 90 minutes of our 2 hours there just waiting for the stone but the castle itself was really cool! Cahir guide was also really knowledgeable.
2024-09-28
4.00 / 5
Very good
2023-10-26
3.00 / 5
The tour itself was great and we would have given 4 stars except for the ending. The bus broke down and we were held up for over an hour. The reason for the breakdown was due to simple preventive maintenance not being performed, low on DEF.
2023-10-19
5.00 / 5
We enjoyed our time on the excursion. We had plenty of time at Blarney Castle. There are beautiful grounds to walk around in. I recommend this tour.
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