The 10 Best Tours in County Cork, Province of Munster

Have you wanted to try your hand at making pottery but haven't had time or the opportunity? Why not visit Kinsale Pottery while you're staying in the local area and spend three hours in the pottery with one of our small team of skilled potters? In this session, you will have the chance to make two or three pieces, including the chance to try the potter's wheel.  What you make will then be dried, biscuit fired, glazed and glaze fired over a one-week period. You can either drop in and collect your work a week or so later, or it can be shipped at cost.  Typically, the cost of shipping is around €15 in Europe and €25 to the US. While you're here, enjoy our fantastic views, and browse for take-home gifts in the Coach House Gallery which exhibits the work of Adrian Wistreich, ceramicist.

Inclusions: Light refreshments, All materials, Equipment, Aprons - but wear old clothing, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Shipping of your pottery - this can be booked during the class, but must be paid for at that time, based on weight and destination address. Typically, shipping to the US is approximately €25pp (or less if this includes several people at one address.

The Cliffs of Moher is Ireland’s most visited natural attraction with a magical vista that captures the hearts of up to 1 million visitors each year. The Cliffs rise up to 214 (700 feet) at the highest point and range for 8km over the Atlantic Ocean on the Western seaboard of Co. Clare.

Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Discover the Wild Atlantic Way and historic Kinsale and west Cork on this 7 hour private luxury tour. Explore the magnificent and scenic Charles "Star Shaped" Fort, uncover the ancient ruins of Timoleague Abbey and wander the colourful, narrow streets and laneways of the medieval town of Kinsale. All this while meandering along the Wild Atlantic Way and rolling countryside of west Cork.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cork City and area including Castlemartyr, Fota, Cobh, Longueville House and Kinsale., Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

This tour covers a large part of the Wild Atlantic Way and Causeway coast. We head South to visit Cork, Blarney Castle & the Ring of Kerry, West to the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, the Aran Islands in Galway Bay and North to the Giants Causeway.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Return Rail Tickets , Reserved Seats on the Train, Railtours Ireland Host Throughout, Visitor Attraction Admissions, Escorted Coach, Transfer to Inis Mor, Aran Island, Accommodation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Meals

Sure, have you never heard of an Irish half hour? It can stretch out for days and 5 days is what you’ve got to experience this memorable, expertly guided road trip, over ever-changing landscape, along The Wild Atlantic Way. From shucking Clarinbridge oysters and downing creamy stout in Galway, to the jaw dropping sights of the Ring of Kerry, with only the Atlantic separating the 40 shades from the 50 U.S. states. Cool down with Fungie, Dingle’s resident dolphin who came for the fish in 1984 and stayed for the craic or feel like you’re at the edge of the world, at the dramatic Cliffs of Moher. And how about a spot of kissing at the Blarney Stone where you’ll come away with the gift of the ‘gab’ (talk); handy for ‘having the craic’ with your small tour group. And in between the heritage and culture, bohemian Galway and dinky Doolin, there’ll be ceol agus craic (music and boldness), seafood and banter and an epic road-trip you’ll never forget.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunches and Dinners, Optional activities

Trace the history of Irish whiskey through the ages at the Jameson Experience in Midleton, Cork. Take a guided tour around the well-preserved Jameson Distillery. Hear the story of John Jameson and the influential Jameson brand, the best-selling Irish whiskey in the world. Learn about the distillation processes and see the old kilns, mills and casks. Gain insight into the ancient art of making whiskey barrels, before finishing up in the Jameson Bar, where you can savor a complimentary Jameson cocktail. Also includes comparative whiskey tasting.

Inclusions: Local guide, Comparative Whiskey Tasting, Jameson whiskey drink, Complimentary Jameson Whiskey Tasting Certificate

Exclusions: Food

The Ring of Kerry (or Iveragh Peninsula) is the Kerry tourist trail and part of the mystical and unspoilt region of Ireland that has attracted visitors for hundreds of years. Its spectacular beauty is beyond question, part of the Wild Atlantic Way in the Southwest region a 112 mile drive out into the Atlantic on a peninsula.

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Private tour, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Exciting Shore Excursion from Cobh to Blarney Castle, Cork City, Kinsale and Cobh. Bus Tour starts/finishes at your ship. Our Tour Includes: - Admission To The Famous Blarney Castle & Gardens - Shopping at Blarney Woolen Mills - The Worlds Largest Irish Store - Driving Tour by Cork City Our bus tour departs right from your ship in Cobh and returns back here again at the end of the tour. We are based in Cobh right by the port and have over 50 years experience. Our driver/guides are all locals and have lots of interesting facts, fascinating history, fun stories, songs and jokes.

Inclusions: Live commentary on board from local experienced guides, Pick up from your ship and return to same, Storage for wheelchairs, scooters, etc, Entry To Blarney Castle and Gardens, Free Time To Visit Blarney Woollen Mills, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Discover eastern Ireland in 6 Days. From the wilderness of the Wicklow Mountains to the perfection of Waterford Crystal and the heritage of ancient Kilkenny; From the gourmet delights of Kinsale, to Cobh’s tragic history of Ireland’s emigration or the grandeur of Ireland’s greatest stately homes, this six day journey through one of Ireland’s most off-the-beaten-track regions is perfect for visitors who want to see a whole new side of Ireland’s ancient east.

Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, 5 nights accommodation, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Breakfast, Driver/guide, Small-group tour (16 Pax Maximum)

Exclusions: Entrance fees (Optional) Blarney Castle - €15 per person Kilkenny Castle - €8 per person Queenstown Experience - €9.50 per person The Ross Tapestry - €6 per person, Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

With such a rich History, Heritage and a story to tell, a trip to The Queenstown Story @ Cobh Heritage Centre is a must. This beautiful, informative cultural centre is inventively situated within Cobh's restored Victorian Railway station, a building holding its own historic story. Given that so many from Ireland's past travelled through Cobh(Queenstown), one of the world's finest natural harbours, visitors can learn historic and emotive recounts of The Queenstown Story, where over three million Irish people emigrated from this port town in search of a new life. Everything from the sinking of the Titanic and The Lusitania, to the transportation of the forgotten Irish who endured forced labour in Cromwellian times to the West Indies and American Colonies as well as the stories of emigration to Canada and North America, is inventively displayed in a variety of modern, tasteful and artistic ways. Relax, and "Walk in the Footsteps of our Emigrant Ancestors"

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Guaranteed to skip the long lines

Exclusions: Food and drinks