Make the most of your time ashore with a small-group shore excursion designed specifically for cruise passengers visiting Cork Harbour. Travelling in a comfortable small tour vehicle with a limited number of passengers, this tour offers a more personal and flexible sightseeing experience compared with large coach tours.

Your day begins with pickup directly from the cruise terminal in Cobh or Ringaskiddy before heading inland through the scenic countryside of County Cork. The first stop is the iconic Blarney Castle, one of Ireland’s most famous historic sites. Here you can climb the castle tower and kiss the legendary Blarney Stone, believed to grant visitors the “gift of the gab,” while also exploring the beautiful gardens and surrounding grounds.

After visiting Blarney, enjoy a guided panoramic drive through Cork, often called the cultural capital of Ireland’s south. During the drive your guide will highlight important landmarks including St Fin Barre's Cathedral, the historic English Market, and the waterways of the River Lee.

The journey continues to Midleton, home to the famous Midleton Distillery, where some of Ireland’s best-known whiskeys have been produced for generations. Visitors can explore the distillery visitor centre and learn about the long tradition of Irish whiskey production.

Before returning to the ship, the tour concludes with a visit to Cobh, a colourful harbour town known for its maritime history and as the final port of call for the RMS Titanic. Time permitting, visitors may also see the impressive St Colman's Cathedral, which overlooks the harbour.

After a full day of sightseeing, your guide will ensure a timely return to the cruise port so you can reboard your ship comfortably before departure.

We collect passengers from the cruise ship at 07:30 for departure at 08:00. Where your ship docks later than 07:30 the tour will begin 30 minutes after disembarkation commences. - Cobh (Cork) Cruise Ship Terminal

We collect passengers from the cruise ship at 07:30 for departure at 08:00. Where your ship docks later than 07:30 the tour will begin 30 minutes after disembarkation commences. - Ringaskiddy Cruise Ship Terminal

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended when visiting Blarney Castle.

Cruise Port Pickup
Meet your guide at the cruise terminal in Cobh or Ringaskiddy.

Blarney Castle & Gardens
Explore Blarney Castle, climb the tower and kiss the famous Blarney Stone.

Panoramic Cork City Tour
Drive through Cork and see key landmarks including St Fin Barre's Cathedral and the English Market.

Midleton Distillery Visit
Stop in Midleton to explore the famous Midleton Distillery visitor centre.

Historic Cobh
Discover the maritime heritage of Cobh, once the final departure point of the RMS Titanic.

Return to Cruise Ship
Return to the cruise terminal with plenty of time before departure.

• Small-group shore excursion from the cruise port
• Professional driver-guide
• Entry to Blarney Castle
• Panoramic tour of Cork
• Visit to Midleton Distillery
• Cruise-ship-friendly schedule with guaranteed return

Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the tour start time.

Cancellations made within 24 hours of departure are non-refundable.