From Dublin: 4-Day Grand Atlantic Coastline Tour

County Cork, County Clare



Explore the Southern and Western coast of Ireland on a 4-day tour. Admire seascapes and mountain scenery with visits to Cork, the Blarney Castle, the Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher, and Connemara.

Southwest Ireland 4-Day Train and Coach Tour from Dublin

This guided 4-day tour from Dublin explores Cork, the Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, and Connemara, suitable for travellers interested in Irish culture and landscapes.

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart Dublin Heuston station (Customer Service Desk) at 7:00am by InterCity train to Cork (breakfast available on board). Visit Blarney Castle to kiss the Blarney Stone, then enjoy lunch and shopping. Take a city tour of Cork and visit the Cobh Heritage Centre, home of the Queenstown Story. Travel by train to Killarney and transfer to bed and breakfast accommodation with en-suite facilities. Evening is free.

Day 2: At 10:00am, embark on the Ring of Kerry tour, a coastal drive around the Iveragh Peninsula featuring mountain and coastal scenery including the Lakes of Killarney.

Day 3: Depart Killarney at 7:30am for a transfer to Limerick, then join a tour to Bunratty Castle, the Cliffs of Moher, and Galway Bay. Overnight stay in a 3-star hotel in Galway City.

Day 4: Depart Galway at 10:00am for a tour of Connemara, including Kylemore Abbey. Return by train to Dublin Heuston, arriving at 9:00pm.

Highlights

  • Discover southwest Ireland over four days
  • Explore Cork city and Cobh Heritage Centre
  • Drive the Ring of Kerry coastal route
  • Visit Kylemore Abbey in Connemara

Includes

  • All admissions and entrance fees
  • Transfers and guided tours
  • Two nights bed and breakfast in Killarney
  • One night bed and breakfast in a 3-star hotel in Galway

Excludes

  • Meals except breakfast on days 2, 3, and 4

Additional Information

  • Departures available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday
  • Price is per person sharing; single room supplement applies
  • Cancellation allowed up to 7 days in advance for a full refund

Book early to secure your seat. Bring comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. The best months for this tour are spring through early autumn.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes Cork, Blarney Castle, Cobh Heritage Centre, the Ring of Kerry, Killarney, Galway, and Kylemore Abbey in Connemara.
The tour begins at Dublin Heuston Station with a train to Cork and concludes after the visit to Kylemore Abbey in Connemara.
You take an InterCity train from Dublin Heuston to Cork, then travel by coach to locations around southwest Ireland, including County Clare.
Yes, the tour includes a visit to Blarney Castle where you can kiss the Blarney Stone.
The InterCity train departs from Dublin Heuston at 7:00am on the first day of the tour.
Breakfast is available onboard the train from Dublin to Cork.
The Ring of Kerry is a scenic driving route around the Iveragh Peninsula and is included in the 4-day itinerary.
You visit the Cobh Heritage Centre in Cork, which covers the 'Queenstown Story' of Irish emigration.
Yes, Kylemore Abbey in Connemara is one of the tour stops for guided visits.
Check the official websites of Blarney Castle, Cobh Heritage Centre, and Kylemore Abbey for the latest opening hours.

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