Cobh to Cashel & Waterford Private Shore Excursion Sedan Guide
Watch glass being blown and cut at Waterford Crystal, then climb the Rock of Cashel with a local guide
A private shore excursion from Cobh cruise port to Waterford and Cashel in a Mercedes sedan with a professional English-speaking chauffeur and local guide. The itinerary includes a demonstration of glassblowing and cutting at Waterford Crystal, lunch in Waterford, and a guided tour of the Rock of Cashel before returning to your ship. Air-conditioned transport, bottled water and WiFi are included. Entrance fees and gratuities are separate.
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The experience
Your chauffeur meets you at the Cobh cruise port and drives you in a comfortable, air-conditioned Mercedes E220 to Waterford, a Viking city on the southeast coast. At Waterford Crystal, you watch artisans blow and cut glass in real time, then browse the showroom. The scenic drive takes you through farmland to Cashel in County Tipperary, where a local guide leads you through the Rock of Cashel: a medieval castle complex perched on a hilltop. After the tour, your chauffeur returns you to the ship in time for departure.
The vehicle is fully licensed and insured under Irish Government Transport Authority standards. Your chauffeur is a professional driver, not a tour narrator. If you have questions about what you're seeing, they can answer them, but the experience is built around what you observe rather than a running commentary. Lunch happens in Waterford on your own, giving you flexibility to choose where and what to eat. Bottled water and WiFi on board are included so you can stay connected during the drive.
What’s included
- Private transportation in an air-conditioned Mercedes E220 sedan.
- pickup and return to Cobh cruise port.
- professional English-speaking chauffeur.
- local guided tour at the Rock of Cashel.
- bottled water and WiFi on board.
- all tolls and taxes.
Before you book
Prices and times updated 18 days ago
Operated by Za Execs
Is this one for you?Book this if you're traveling as a couple or small family and want a private car rather than a shared coach tour. The fixed itinerary (Waterford Crystal, lunch, and Cashel) fits inside a single port call, and the chauffeur's flexibility means you set the pace at each stop without waiting for a group.
Top questions
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
How long does the whole excursion take from when the ship docks?
The tour runs approximately 6 to 8 hours, depending on your ship's arrival time and how long you spend at each stop. You'll need to coordinate your pickup time with your cruise ship's schedule so you're back before departure.
What exactly happens at Waterford Crystal?
Waterford Crystal offers a live demonstration where you watch glassblowers and cutters at work, then you're free to walk through the showroom and shop. It's not a hands-on class. You observe the craft and browse the finished pieces.
Is the Rock of Cashel tour included, or do I pay separately?
The Rock of Cashel guided tour is included in the excursion price. Entrance fees to the site are not covered and are paid separately when you arrive.
Can I bring my young children on this tour?
Yes, infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller, and the tour is suitable for all fitness levels. The Mercedes has space for a stroller if needed.
What's included in the price?
Private transportation in the Mercedes, all tolls and taxes, bottled water, WiFi on board, and the local guide at the Rock of Cashel are included. Lunch, entrance fees to sites, and gratuities are separate.
Cobh to Cashel & Waterford Private Shore Excursion Sedan Guide
6m–8m · EN · at your hotel
from € 1,150 per group