Cork and Holyhead Shared Shore Excursion

14 hours

Moderate

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.
  • 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.

What's included?
    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • Driver-guide
    • Souvenir map
    • Expert local guides
    • Visit to Blarney Castle and gardens
    • Visit to Cobh Cathedral
    Exclusions
      • Lunch
      • Coffee or Tea
      • Gratuities (optional)
      Please note

        Your ship will either dock at the Deep Water Berth-(DWB) or Anchor DWB. Take the shuttle bus to the port's terminal building

        Wear comfortable shoes for walking
        Bring a raincoat or umbrella in case of rain
        Consider bringing a camera for photos
        Check weather conditions before the tour
        Arrive at the departure point early to avoid delays
        Blarney Castle has challenging steps; consider your physical fitness before participating

        What to bring
          • Comfortable shoes
          • Warm clothing
          • Camera
          • Water