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2-Day Cork and Blarney Castle Rail Tour from Dublin

Dublin, Ireland
2 Day Cork and Blarney Castle Tour from Dublin by Rail
  • 2 days
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Journey from Dublin on a two-day rail and coach tour through Irish countryside and Ireland's Ancient East en route to some of the country’s most beloved attractions. You’ll visit Blarney Castle and its very kissable Blarney Stone as well as Queenstown Story Heritage Center at Cobh’s Victoria Station, where generations of Ireland emigrants set off for new lands. This getaway excursion includes an overnight stay at a four-start lodging. It also features a city tour of Cork with a trip to its English Market, an 18th-century covered food market that’s easily one of the country’s best.
  • 2-day tour by train and coach from Dublin to Cork and Cobh
  • Explore 5000 years of history traveling through Ireland's Ancient East
  • Enjoy great window views of Ireland's charming countryside
  • Kiss the famous Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle
  • See Cork on a short city tour with your friendly guide
  • Visit Queenstown Story Heritage Center at Cobh’s Victoria Station
  • Round-trip transport and 4-star accommodation with breakfast included

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • Overnight accommodation
  • Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
  • Local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Dublin Heuston
    Heuston Station Saint John's Road West, Saint James, Dublin, Ireland

    Check in at the Customer Service Desk 20 minutes before the departure time listed. Railtours Ireland Representatives will be waiting in the main concourse area with your travel pack in bright yellow jackets so that they are easily located.

Start time

11:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Day 1

Dublin – Cork

1 Stop

The Metropole Hotel

12 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Overnight at the Cork Metropole Hotel

Meals: Not included

Day 2

Cork, Blarney Castle and Queenstown Story

3 Stops

Cobh Heritage Centre The Queenstown Story

1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Blarney Castle & Gardens

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

St Colman’s Cathedral

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • PLEASE NOTE: If you are booking a double occupancy room, please specify in 'Special Requirements' whether you prefer a double or a twin-bed room (subject to availability)
  • Due to operational reasons it may, on occasion, be necessary to alter certain itineraries
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children U16 cannot book independently. They must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times.
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • WHEELCHAIR POLICY: Railtours Ireland First Class ltd very successfully offers hosted railtours for the independent traveller. Our tours are a combination of train and luxury coach and include a moderate level of physical activity, such as short walks to meeting points etc. Unfortunately even the most modern luxury coaches (buses) are not wheelchair friendly, thus our tours are not suitable for those with mobility issues, and regretfully walkers, wheelchairs and mobility scooters cannot be accommodated on our tours.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 53 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 6 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 6 full days before the experience’s start time.
  • Any changes made less than 6 full days before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • For a 50% refund, you must cancel 2–6 full days before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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So glad we didn't miss this part of...
Devon W, Oct 2015
So glad we didn't miss this part of Ireland. We did not yet have a car and the rail tour was a great way to see Cork. Hotel was very nice.
The hotel was beautiful. Loved Tom...
Judith F, Jun 2014
The hotel was beautiful. Loved Tom Cronin the driver as he was so knowledgeable and Brendan too. Both very good.
Beautiful. Everyone should see this...
1lindamets, May 2014
Beautiful. Everyone should see this part of Ireland. Cork was okay could have passed up Cobh

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