2-Day Cork and Blarney Castle Rail Tour from Dublin
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the historic Blarney Castle
- Kiss the Blarney Stone for eloquence
- Stroll through the enchanting Blarney Gardens
- Discover Cork's vibrant city life
- Enjoy scenic train journeys through Ireland
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip rail transportation from Dublin to Cork
- Guided tour of Blarney Castle and Gardens
- Overnight accommodation in Cork city center
- Meals and beverages not specified in the itinerary
Meeting point
Start Location
Heuston Station, Saint James, Dublin, Ireland
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour requires a minimum number of participants to operate; check availability before booking.
- Overnight accommodation is in a standard hotel; upgrades may be available upon request.
- Meals and beverages not specified in the itinerary are not included in the tour price.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring the castle and gardens.
- Bring a camera to capture the picturesque landscapes and historic sites.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for outdoor activities.
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- 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
- Children U16 cannot book independently. They must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times.
- 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.
Traveler reviews
The Best, Stress-free Way to do Cork/ South Ireland!!
I had booked the 2 day tour to Cork, Blarney Castle, and Cobh with my sister. We’re two young travellers and we had such an amazing, safe, smooth, and classy experience! We met Paul at the Dublin Train station who travelled with us to Cork and dropped us off at our included stay at Metropole Hotel (absolute class of a stay!!); we got in early in the afternoon and had the rest of the day and evening leisurely to ourselves. Breakfast included at The Met was incredible as well and we were picked up promptly by Dani on a very nice, clean, and comfortable coach bus. Our tour guide John Todd spoke intermittently through our scenic journey from Cork to Blarney Castle about Irish history, culture, and the landscape. It was absolutely lovely and very informative. Arriving at Blarney Castle (every excursion included in our package), we were guided through the historic grounds, kissing Blarney Stone (and our guide John made sure to spare us a long wait time and change by taking photos of us). We had about an hour following the kissing of the stone to explore the beautiful property and grab lunch before heading back on the bus (where we kept our belongings safe and off of our backs-and each row of seats had a usb c and usb port for easy recharge! ) and heading off on a tour through the village before venturing to Cobh. We were absolutely blessed with amazing weather and stopped by the cemetery which provided us a bit of thought on the real lives that paved the way for irish independence. Then we arrived at the port of Cobh where we toured a gorgeous cathedral, were told a really funny bit by Todd, and were informed of the Titanics final port of dock before the tragedy. The time management on the part of Dani and Todd was amazing because we had another spare 1.5hrs to grab dinner and view the waterfront of Cobh. Following that, we met at the coach bus, grabbed our belongings, said our thank you’s and goodbyes to Dani before John helped us journey from Cobh back to Dublin (where I’m currently sat on the train typing my review). I’m truly blown away with our time here, the thoughtful team, and the seamless experience. A million thank yous.
Would look forward to doing it again.
Fantastic tour, moves quickly but our guide Paul O'Neil was terrific moving us ahead in all transportation and ticketing situations. He had great recommendations for food and drink and was meticulous accounting for people, seeing all the sights, and explaining things. All the transfers among rail and coach were taken care of. We didn't have to spend time figuring out the administration of our trip.
Found the true Ireland
Had an absolutely wonderful 2 day tour of the south just wished I’d booked the 3 day tour. It was a very informative tour with such beautiful scenery along the way. The guide Jonathan went out of his way to show me the true Irish night life and I had a ball. Fabulous tour highly recommend.
So glad we didn't miss this part of...
<p>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.</p>
The hotel was beautiful. Loved Tom...
<p>The hotel was beautiful. Loved Tom Cronin the driver as he was so knowledgeable and Brendan too. Both very good.</p>