Laois Gourmet Day Tour

Pick-up at the train station in Portlaoise. Fully guided tour and transport. Visit to Rock of Dunamase, a hidden heritage gem. Tour and farm walk at Ballykilcavan brewery, see the barley fields and hear all about the history of this farm. David is the 13th generation of his family to farm here, enjoy charcuterie pairings with beer tastings in the Mill House. Located in a picturesque valley, Ballintubbert House is a beautifully restored Georgian residence. The gardens at Ballintubbert are arranged symmetrically and have been developed since the 1850s. Enjoy a guided walk with the head gardener. Option to visit French couple Tanguy and Isabelle de Toulgoet who specialise in gardening courses - and, in a natural pairing, they also offer 'Seed to Table' cookery classes. This tour is all about discovering rural Ireland and how they grow and produce local food and drink. Meet the locals and enjoy getting a behind the scenes experience. Bring a thirst for knowledge of the land and enjoy it's bounty.