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Blarney, Rock of Cashel & Cahir Castles: Day Tour From Dublin

Join an epic castle-hunting adventure through Ireland's misty southern hillsides

Start time: 06:50
Duration: 12h
Live guide: English
Registered address: 37 College Green, D02 W599, Dublin, IE
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Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with USB ports Driver/guide
Rock of Cashel admission
Blarney Castle & Gardens admission
Cahir Castle admission
Lunch
  • Show your smartphone ticket at the meeting point, the Molly Molone Statue, Suffolk St, D02 KX03, Dublin
  • The tour leaves at 06:50. Make sure to be at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before departure!

Catch an air-conditioned bus ride from Dublin city to the green hills of the Irish countryside. You'll pass by multiple sites, including the home of the Irish National Stud, the Curragh in County Kildare, and the Galtee Mountains.

Next, you'll visit the Rock of Cashel, a significant historical site in Ireland. You'll see a variety of medieval buildings there like a cross, tower, abbey, chapel, cathedral, and a tower house from the 15th-century.

Then, you'll head to Blarney Castle, famous for the Blarney Stone. Kiss the stone to receive the "gift of gab." You'll also see lovely gardens with waterfalls and old ferns. Visit the Wishing Steps and the magical Rock Close. You can also choose from various restaurants inside Blarney Castle.

Your final destination will be Cahir Castle—it's one of Ireland's biggest and most well-preserved. The Butler family built it in the 13th century. The castle, located on a rocky island in the River Suir, has played a part in several notable sieges and battles. You'll get a look at the clever architectural defenses of the time. A guided tour and audiovisual presentations will help you understand its intriguing history before you return to Dublin.

  • Blarney Castle has steep steps and isn't suitable for people with limited mobility
  • A significant portion of the trip will involve cross-country driving
  • The bus journey from Dublin to the Rock of Cashel takes ~2.5 hours. Breaks will be taken at service stations where you can buy food and use restrooms

Itinerary

  • 6:50 am: Depart Dublin
  • 9:20 am: Rock of Cashel
  • 11:50 am: Blarney Castle
  • 3:30 pm: Cahir Castle
  • 7:30 pm: arrive back in Dublin

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Umbrella
  • Rain gear
  • Snacks
  • Charged phone
  • Cancellation is possible until 24 hours before your visit date.
  • Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit date.

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