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Cork and Holyhead Shared Shore Excursion
Cork is a vibrant city in southern Ireland, while Holyhead is a key ferry port town in Wales connecting Britain and Ireland.
- Departure from your ship at the port of Cobh/Cork.
- First Stop: Blarney Castle (up to 2 hours free time):
- Kiss the legendary Blarney Stone.
- Explore the beautiful gardens.
- Shop at the famous Blarney Woollen Mills.
- Relax in Blarney village with homemade scones and coffee.
- Panoramic driving tour through Cork city centre:
- View historic landmarks:
- The Shandon Bells
- The English Market
- Learn about Vikings and Anglo-Norman history in Cork.
- View historic landmarks:
- Travel through the scenic Irish countryside.
- Final Stop: Kinsale – "Ireland’s Gourmet Capital":
- Charming coastal village.
- Ideal place for lunch and relaxation.
- Tour Features:
- Official guides and tour escorts.
- Guaranteed return to your ship on time.
- 100% refund if your ship does not dock.
- Meet your guide at Holyhead:
- Either off the free shuttle to the main railway terminus or off the tender at Holyhead Marina.
- Greeted by an experienced, Welsh-speaking guide.
- Transfer to an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Visit the medieval walled town of Conwy:
- Explore Conwy Castle (14th century).
- Browse through quaint shops and cafés.
- Stop at Betws-y-Coed:
- Known as “The Prayer House in the Woods”.
- Alpine-style Welsh village in a scenic setting.
- Enjoy views across Snowdonia National Park (now Eryri).
- Optional final stop (time permitting):
- Visit Llanfairpwll, the village with the longest railway station name in the world.
- Tour Highlights:
- Learn about Welsh language and culture.
- Hear stories of Braveheart and the historic value of wool.
- Tour Inclusions:
- Entrance fees included.
- Official guides and tour escorts.
- Guaranteed return to your ship on time.