WORLDWIDE · CASTLE AND WHISKY DAY TRIPS IN IRELAND
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 10 castle and whisky day trips in Ireland worth the money, each with its price, its dram count and the thing to know before you commit.
See Dublin’s Book of Kells, Castle, Teeling Whiskey Distillery, and Guinness Storehouse on a lively small-group walking tour.
“Be prepared to walk! However, the tour guide was exceptional in his telling of facts and stories while providing sufficient time to view the sights. Great time all around.”
Review of Dublin’s 7.5-hour tour covering Trinity College, Dublin Castle, Teeling whiskey, and Guinness Storehouse for $169.
“Thoroughly recommend this tour. was a great day, and Gabriel was a fantastic guide. Lots of local knowledge, and a really warm and personable manner, which added to the enjoyment of the day. Fantastic range of stops/attractions - we really enjoyed every one of them. Definitely do this tour if you're visiting Dublin.”
Explore Blarney Castle, Jameson Distillery, Cork, and Cobh on a cruise-friendly shore tour, with castle admission and port transfers included.
“The guide and driver Tim and Tony did a good job, they answered questions and were very knowledgeable about the area and made great recommendations, like “if your mobility is not good don’t go up to kiss the stone.””
Review of a small-group Cork tour pairing Blarney Castle, Cork City, and Jameson Distillery, with timing tips, costs, and honest advice.
“we had a great day off the shipw with Marysol and Noel. Marysol provided narration and interesting insights throughout all of our drive time and made sure we were set at both the scheduled tours (blarney castle and Middleton distillery) in between we had a driving tour of Cork City with a 1 hour stop to grab our own lunches at the English market. Blarney Castle was beautiful. we did _not_wait on line for the castle, but instead chose to tour the gardens and grounds which were lovely. Middletown distillery tour was also great. we were a little rushed to get back to the ship so had to forego the…”
Review of a private Cork tour pairing Blarney Castle, Jameson whiskey in Midleton, Blarney shopping, and Cobh for cruise visitors.
“Having a private guide/driver and exactly the itinerary we wanted with a couple of bonus stops. Derek was very knowledgeable and funny!”
Review of Belfast’s private Causeway, castles and whiskey tour, with Torr Head, Dunluce Castle, Bushmills, tips, costs and honest drawbacks.
“Wonderful experience and got to see multiple sites in the short amount of time we were there. Adrian was informative and we would definitely book with him again.”
Review of a 3-day Ireland tour covering Blarney, Kilkenny, Jameson whiskey, Glendalough, Cork, Waterford, and the Rock of Cashel.
“The guide Marcus was very helpful and jovial. Wanted to see rural Ireland and this trip suited us. Love the arrangements done by Rabbie. The weather was an added bonus.”
Explore Monasterboice, Slane Hill, and Slane Distillery on an 8-hour private whiskey tour from Dublin with hotel pickup.
“Great team with a phenomenal knowledge of Ireland’s hidden gems. They made a bespoke trip for us and knew every secret spot along the way. Cheers again fellas!”
Review of a private Cork tour to Blarney Castle, Midleton Distillery, and Cobh, with practical advice on price, timing, transport, and value.
“Darren was a star! This was my first solo trip and he made it easy to explore Cork without a car, and even helped me fix a phone issue I had along the way. Friendly and helpful, five stars!”
Explore Cashel, Blarney, Cork, Waterford, Kilkenny, and Glendalough on a three-day small-group Irish whiskey tour from Dublin.
“Three days packed with information, beautiful vistas, and fun. Smaller bus was good for the tight bog roads. Stephanie the Guide was knowledgeable, personable as well as an excellent driver.”
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