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Waterford Crystal and Kilkenny Rail Tour from Dublin

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Waterford Crystal and Kilkenny Rail Tour from Dublin
The House of Waterford Crystal, Co. Waterford
Enjoy the scenic views of County Tipperary
Kilkenny Castle, Co. Kilkenny
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Overview

Admire the scenic splendor of Ireland's southeast region on a full-day tour to Kilkenny and Waterford Crystal from Dublin. Relish the romance of traveling by train to Kilkenny, an artistic town famed for its medieval history, and take a guided tour on arrival. Discover the esteemed crystal factory located in Waterford City and conclude with a picturesque train ride back to Dublin through the beautiful countryside of the Suir Valley. Gain valuable insight into the culture and history of the Irish region from your expert guide.
  • Guided full-day tour from Dublin to Kilkenny and Waterford Crystal
  • Enjoy free time in Kilkenny to visit local attractions such as Kilkenny Castle or the Kilkenny Design Centre
  • Explore the Waterford Crystal factory, located in the center of Waterford City
  • Relish the romance and spectacular views of traveling by train
  • Learn about the culture and history of the region from your expert guide
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Expert guide
Information pack
Admission to Waterford Crystal visitor centre
Reserved seats on the trains
Return Rail Tickets
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Entry to Kilkenny Castle

Departure Point

Heuston Station, St John's Rd W, Saint James' (part of Phoenix Park), Dublin, Ireland

Check in for this tour will be next to the info desk. The Railtours Ireland representative will be waiting, in a yellow jacket to check you in for your tour. Check in for this tour is 20 minutes prior to the departure time listed.

Departure Time

7:25 AM

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessibility: As long as the passenger has some mobility then this tour would be suitable. Trains in Ireland are wheelchair friendly however buses/coaches are not. The guest would have to be able to climb the steps onto the bus. Mobility Scooters cannot be accommodated on this tour.
  • Children U16 cannot book independently. They must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 41 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Railtours Ireland First Class
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Waterford Crystal and Kilkenny Rail Tour from Dublin?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
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What is the policy on sanitization during Waterford Crystal and Kilkenny Rail Tour from Dublin?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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What is the social distancing policy during Waterford Crystal and Kilkenny Rail Tour from Dublin?
A:The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Waterford Crystal and Kilkenny Rail Tour from Dublin?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
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  • "There is early departure from Dublin Hueston station but a comfortable train ride to Kilkenny." See review

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George_S
, Nov 2019
We had a great tour to Waterford, mainly due to our wonderful guide Paddy! Everything that we expected we got, and then some. Would do it again anytime.
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Nice train ride and fun adventure
Stanley_D
, Oct 2019
I was pleasantly surprised when we found out there were only six of us on the tour. John was our guide and he did a great job of explaining what would be happening as we went along. We felt safe and looked after. He went above and beyond the expected. All of us in our little group had become friends by the end of the tour.
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Absolutely Wonderful
MARJORIE_D
, Sep 2019
Paddy was our guide and we didn't stop laughing from start to finish. He was very professional and made the whole trip a pleasure. Very knowledgeable and informative. We were made to feel very welcome and looked forward to more of the same with our other booked trip by Viator.
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Waterford by Rail
Diana_R
, Sep 2019
Our tour guide, Paddy, made this already great tour delightful. This was our only rail tour but would do it again vs travel by bus on small, windy roads (though that was fun too). There is more to Waterford than glass and Paddy took us on the Viking history walk. We had plenty of time for lunch and the factory tour of Waterford crystal. Recommend this tour, especially if you enjoy a train ride.
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Awesome experience
Francine_O
, Sep 2019
The countryside of Ireland is so beautiful to see and the whole tour is well done. John was amazing and made sure the entire group had fun together. Seeing how crystal is made and the detailing was so awesome.
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Wonderful!
John_K
, Sep 2019
Our tour with Liam was one of the best tours we have ever been on. Not only was he incredibly well informed, he was very considerate of my husband who is somewhat disabled. Liam made sure there was a wheelchair for him so my husband could your the Waterford factory. We had a group of 6 who were strangers. Less than an hour into the tour, we were all chatting . This was because of Liam's knowledge and personality, I am sure.
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Waterford Tour
Paul M
, Sep 2019
Outstanding tour. Our tour guide Paddy was excellent. On the train ride he took time to sit with each group of tour participants and talked with us about what we were going to see, he also explained Ireland history and answered any questions we had. Very knowledgeable and pleasant tour guide. He recommended several pubs and restaurants to visit at each stop, including in Dublin.
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Fun Day but too slow
rhhester
, Jun 2019
I enjoyed this day trip and it was a great way to see Kilkenny - a beautiful old city and the Waterford factory in one day. However, the trip was a little different than advertised. I expected we would be taken to each city then left to explore on our own. This was not the case. Our tour guide, Paddy, had planned out almost every minute. Some of the tour was great, some not so much. In Kilkenny for example, we had a driving tour that was kind of dull, and our tour guide insisted we go inside a random Catholic church with little historical significance. I would have preferred to have more time to explore on my own. Also in Waterford, he insisted we all eat at the same restaurant, which was not very good. Again, I would have rather had time to have lunch on my own. Also, the trip took a bit longer than expected and we did not get back to Dublin until 8, which made for a very long day. The Waterford factory was a really great experience and I would highly recommend. However in general, you could take the train yourself from Dublin to these places and have the flexibility to explore on your own, which I would recommend over this tour.
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Waterford and castle tour one of the bes
Explore47717
, Jun 2019
Paul the train/tour/tram guide was funny, and informative in the town of _ilenny. [My cay doesn't wor_] Waterford staff were so nice, and the tour was delightful. My favorite town.
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Awesome day!
Nang1940
, May 2019
The train ride was just beautiful through the rolling hills and farms . There were vibrant green fields of every shade. There were sheep, cows, horses and castles. The Kilkenny stop was magical. A smaller city than Dublin, had all the charm of what we anticipated an Ireland town. Waterford was also beautiful. The Waterford factory itself was a great experience. Our tour Guide, Paddy, was informative about all aspects of the tour and would point out historical items even on the train. After Waterford the train took a different route back to Dublin though the smaller towns . The train tour was well worth the money. Please be aware that there is still quite a bit of walking.
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