(Small Group) Shore Tour from Cork: Blarney Castle & Jameson Distillery
Overview
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7 hours
Mobile ticket
This small-group shore excursion from Cobh Cruise Terminal accommodates no more than 24 passengers on a luxury small van and allows for a particularly intimate day on shore. The tour begins with a pick-up from the cruise liner terminal in Cobh, Cork Harbour, where your driver will be waiting for you to drive you to Blarney Castle and Castles, where the admission is included. Take a panoramic drive through Cork City, where your guide will point out the highlights of the southern capital. In the afternoon visit Jameson @ Midleton and enjoy a tour of this famous whiskey distillery.
GUEST ADVICE:
During peak- season (May 1st - September 30th) multiple cruise ships are expected at the major ports on a daily basis. This small group tour tends to sell- out well ahead of departure for most dates within this period. Accordingly, we recommend advance reservation where possible, to avoid disappointment.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Port pickup and drop-off
Live commentary on board
Gratuities
Lunch
What To Expect
Cobh (Cork) Cruise Ship Terminal - We collect passengers from the cruise ship at 07:30 for departure @ 08:00. Where your ship docks later than 07:30 the tour will begin 30 minutes after disembarkation commences.
Blarney Castle & Gardens
Our first stop of the day is Blarney. Visit the most famous Castle in all of Ireland!! Lie back and kiss the magical Blarney Stone and get the gift of the gab! Your admission is included saving you 12 euro. WE ARE HAPPY TO INCLUDE ADMISSION TO BLARNEY CASTLE: others will make you join a queue and pay at the gate!
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(Small Group) Shore Tour from Cork: Blarney Castle & Jameson Distillery
Reviews
50 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Had a great time
Sandi B,
Jun 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Had a great time. Driver and guide made trip very fun. Van was a port when we arrived and guide had lots of stories
Don’t Trust Elegant Tours of Ireland
Andrea P,
Jun 2, 2025
- Viator
1.00My husband and I waited with 3 other guests for small group tour in Black Van with guide. Van never showed and we were put in cramped taxi with driver. There was no guide, no talking, and no A/C. While driver very nice, he was NOT a tour guide and we had no information on area, sites or anything. Arrived at castle and stood in line for 1/2 hour for it to open. We decided not to continue with ‘tour’ and booked individual taxi for 80 BP back to ship. Asked for full or partial refund and operator accused us of untruthfulness. Hah! This is a scam operation. Charged us large amount for “tour” and we got admission tix and a very uncomfortable taxi. Do not trust the pictures or the company. Very very bad. Wish I could give zero stars.
Small group grate time
Lloyd C,
May 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent Day in Cork. .Joe was knowledgable, entertaining and accommodating. First class service all day
Our driver Joe was...
Judith K,
May 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our driver Joe was friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The Blarney Castle & Jamison Distillery were a great combination. The tour at Jamison was very enlightening. Would definitely recommend.
Great excursion
Danielle B,
May 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide was great! But we were told we were getting a small van and we were given a bus instead.
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