Full Day Ireland Ancient East Private Tour

Overview

What Makes This Tour Unique? This isn’t just a tour—it’s a day designed entirely around you. Forget rigid schedules, crowded coaches, and rushing from one attraction to the next. As a fully private and customisable experience, the day unfolds at your pace, allowing you to spend more time in the places that interest you most and less time where it doesn’t. Whether you’re fascinated by the ancient history of Ardmore, the medieval charm of Youghal, the craftsmanship behind Ireland’s famous whiskey at Midleton Distillery, or the rich maritime heritage of Cobh, the itinerary can be adapted to suit your interests throughout the day. With personal attention, local knowledge, and the flexibility to make spontaneous stops along the way, you’ll experience Ireland beyond the guidebooks. This is not a scripted tour—it’s a relaxed, authentic journey shaped around your curiosity and preferences. Your day. Your pace. A truly private Irish experience. Everything is built around you.

Itinerary

1. Ardmore Round Tower And Cathedral

   Ardmore one of Irelands oldest Christian settlements. Here you’ll see a Round Tower dating back to the 12th, century, St. Declan’s Cathedral he bought Christianity to Ireland before Saint Patrick.and enjoy some amazing coastal views.

   · 1 h 30 min

2. St. Mary's Collegiate Church

   What an unbelievable structure , this church built in 1220 and still in everyday use has so much history attached to it.

   · 30 min

3. Youghal visitor centre

   A quick stop here at the heritage centre, if you’re looking for that special memory from your trip to Ireland , grab a coffee or use the rest rooms. Excellent stop.

   · 15 min

4. Midleton Distillery Experience

   To round off our day we pay a visit to Midleton Distillery for a tasting our perhaps you want to pick up some merchandise from the shop you won’t be disappointed.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

5. Cobh Heritage Centre

   We take in a tour of this historic town . With stops at Saint Colman’s Cathedral and unbelievable structure, a visit to the Heritage Centre this is a pretty good place to start if you’re trying to trace your Irish ancestors. Another stop at the Annie Moore Statue .

   · 30 min

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

From hotels your meeting point will be the main reception area of your hotel. From your cruise ship docked in Cobh as you disembark from your ship you’ll be turning to your right, as you pass the main exit to your right beyond this gate you’ll see a statue of Annie Moore. It’s here I’ll be waiting for you holding a board up with your name on it.

How to use your ticket

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Travelers

Pricing per group (up to 4 people).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

Product code: 5631864P18

Activity offered by Cork & Kerry Private Guided Tours. via Viator.