We lucked out weather wise as it was a beautiful day. There is a lot of driving to the cliffs and…read moresome narrow winding roads. Our driver was friendly and gave us a lot of information about the area and Irish history.

I booked the Blarney & Cobh half-day tour more than a month in advance, only to have it canceled…read moreshortly before my trip due to an "unforeseen issue." While I understand that unexpected situations can happen, what I cannot understand is the complete lack of transparency and poor customer service. I asked multiple times why the tour was canceled because the booking was made through Microsoft for a company event, and I needed to provide an explanation. Instead of answering a simple question, I was repeatedly told that "all information was provided in the first email"--even though the email never explained the reason for the cancellation. A company that cancels confirmed bookings at the last minute should at least be willing to provide a basic explanation. Instead, I received dismissive responses and no accountability. The cancellation itself was disappointing, but the way it was handled was far worse. If this is how Paddywagon Tours treats customers when something goes wrong, I cannot recommend booking with them. There are plenty of tour operators in Ireland that value communication and customer service more than this one.

Butler's Coach of Cork Ireland. John O'Donovan provided us Irish history, music, sports, and…read moreculture as well as safe driving and beautiful scenery. His narrative as we went through Belfast still affects me. He took us to the very best places and helped us experience the best of Scotland as well. He also made sure our little flock was safe and happy through 12 dayd. From pub suggestions to directions to concert halls, we couldn't ask for more. Ask for Mr. O'Donovan and you'll be pleased with your Ireland and Scotland experience.

From the owner: Coach, Bus and minivan hire. Stephen Butler Coaches is a family run coach company, who specializes…read morein luxury private coach, bus and minivan hire. Stephen established his business in 1979, to date we are celebrating over 40 years in business. We are based in the bustling town of Midleton, Co. Cork, which is also home to Jameson Distillery, Midleton. We operate one of the most luxurious and modern fleets of chauffeur driven vehicles in Cork, Ireland. We strive every day to ensure all of our customer's needs and expectations are exceeded. Contact us today for all your coach, bus and minivan hire requirements.

We loved Ireland! We loved our tour except we tried to pack too much into too little time! Some…read moreguidance regarding the time on the bus would have been appreciated especially since I asked about that particularly. Our driver was great and took us through the back roads and the twist and turns with skill and aplomb! The accommodations were excellent. When we had a small problem with one of our travelers, the tour company was extremely helpful and considerate. We did receive an excellent value for the price we paid!

From the owner: My Ireland Tour is a family-run company based in Cork. We have been offering escorted tours of…read moreIreland since 1989. We offer a range of tours including our wonderful Escorted Group Tour Series, Private Customised Tours and many specialist tours including Agricultural Tours, Music Tours and more. Your vacation will be personally managed by one of our team, and you can speak to that same person each and every time you are in touch. Booking with an independent, family-run business of 26 years, you can be assured that your Ireland holiday plans will get the full care and attention they deserve.

This is not a distillery tour. It is an education in Irish whiskey -- and a genuinely memorable…read moreone. The Midleton Distillery Experience is home to seven iconic Irish whiskey brands: Jameson, Redbreast, Powers, Midleton Very Rare, The Spot Whiskeys, Method and Madness, and Knappogue Castle. The site itself is the original Old Midleton Distillery, and walking through it means moving through restored 19th-century warehouse buildings where whiskey has been aged in oak casks for generations. The history is embedded in the walls, and the experience is designed to make sure you actually feel it rather than just walk past it. We booked the private premium tasting tour, and the decision to go private changed the entire dynamic of the visit. Our tour guide -- French by birth, now based in Ireland having moved to learn English -- was exceptional. His enthusiasm for Irish whiskey was completely genuine, his knowledge was deep, and his ability to translate that knowledge into something both accessible and fascinating made the experience far better than any standard group tour could have. The kind of guide who makes you leave knowing things you did not expect to know when you arrived. The premium tasting takes you through four prestige whiskeys from the distillery's range, each contextualised properly rather than just poured and moved on from. The difference between what's available here and what you find on a standard shelf is immediately apparent. The highlight, and the moment that made the visit stick: I purchased a cask strength expression at 61% and bottled it myself directly from the cask. That is a singular experience -- standing in a working distillery, filling your own bottle from a numbered cask, corking it by hand. It is not a gimmick. It is exactly what it sounds like, and it earns every penny. If you are in the Cork area, include this in your itinerary without hesitation. The experience here is more thorough and personal than anything the Dublin distillery offers. Go private if you can, and stay long enough to bottle something. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Yes

Daniel gave us a wonderful and very informative tour of the whiskey distillery. There was a…read moretasting afterwards, complimentary drink and a wonderful little cafe to sit. The gift shop is full of options for yourself or others. You won't leave empty handed!

Dermot O'Conner was FANTASTIC! 6 of us traveled to Ireland August 14 - 26 where our driver Dermot…read moreO'Conner met us at the Dublin Airport to start our fabulous vacation through South Ireland! He was more than we ever could have expected! His love for Ireland and his thirst for his country's history gave us an experience above and beyond all others! He took us to places we would never have known of. The Ringfinnan Garden of Remembrance to honor the NYFD firefighters from 911 is just one of many. He shared the history and culture of Ireland and even got us on a ballfield to learn a wee bit about hurling! We will always remember Dermot for his genuine kindness and love. I hope he's available for your booking! You won't be sorry!

So glad that we booked a driving tour with Dermot O'Connor at Turas Eireann! We spent five lovely…read moredays in towns, villages, and countryside from Dublin to Galway, and back again. Relaxed and excited - small tour coach for up to ten (10) people, and the small vehicle, while not little, afforded access to so many places that the double deckers cannot handle. Dermot O'Connor (Owner) is well versed in the history and geography of Ireland, and shared information about every site that we visited. He is witty and funny, and so professional and honest. Our trip to Ireland would not have had the depth of experience nor the fun and magic if we had opted for a larger tour, or driven ourselves. There is just no way that we could have packed our time with all the sites and places we went to, and enjoyed so much in a relaxed tour with a gifted tour guide and driver. Email Dermot and book your trip - you will be happy you did! We sure are!!

The *only* harbour tour in Cork, just opened this year, & they do a marvelous job!…read more We took the Cailin Ór guided tour (not the skeleton boat) from Cork to Cobh. Our guide was absolutely wonderful, so knowledgable & friendly, & she clearly cared a lot about the nature and history in Cork Harbour. Among other points, this was a great overview of the history of Cork city & the environs, and also a good way to learn the geographical layout of the area. We saw estates not visible from anywhere on the mainland, learned a bit about Viking & pirate invasions of cork, learned first hand what the Cork city seal symbolizes, and so much more. And it was just a lovely way to make the trip to Cobh. This is now my must-do trip whenever I am traveling with new visitors to Cork.

Dermot Ryan's Kinsale Heritage Walk was wonderful. You walk around the town of Kinsale at a…read moreleisurely pace no one would find difficult to keep up with, stopping to hear the local history and see photos of your surroundings as they were way back when. Lighthearted and funny and loving his home town, Dermot definitely makes the best tour guide you'd every hope to have. I loved this tour - it was absolutely wonderful.

Cork Taxi Tours offers the best tours in Ireland! Bob and Janice helped us make our travels between…read moreDublin, Cork and Shannon a breeze! All while learning the beautiful history! Bob is a walking history book and knows everyone everywhere. He told us to lovely restaurants and small vendors in the towns that we definitely would not have known otherwise. Overall, my friend and I highly recommend Cork Taxi Tours to anyone traveling to Ireland! Totally worth every penny!

Yes Bob had a great day Liam was fantastic...we saw all the sites mixed in with the history of the…read morearea..great experince and I would definatly recomend your services to friends and family. Thanks again James Wright James Wright Best day in Ireland

This is the most relaxing, informative and fun way to view Cobh's historic sites and beautiful sea…read morevistas is aboard the Cobh Road Train. The train will gently go up and down the hilly Victorian streetscape where you will be able to take panoramic views. The driver/guide is very knowledgeable, funny and friendly. He will tell you all of Cobh's fascinating history plus some amusing facts. From the top of the hill you will take in spectacular views which provides an opportunity to view the last mooring of the Titanic. The panorama of the inner and outer harbour and the historic Haulbowline Island is breathtaking! You will also have a stop at the famous and historic St Colmans Cathedral which is worth a look in. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes and some 8 trips per day are provided. The train departs from the centre of town, from where the last passengers embarked the Titanic. The train is ideal for young and old alike.

An excellent example of Ireland's Ancient East history and architecture. Whether you're a local or…read morevisitor don't miss the opportunity to take a step back in time and experience what it was like to live in and around this iconic structure. And the view from the top is not to be missed!