Ireland Tours & Trip Packages

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508 Ireland trips. Tours from 129 tour companies. 2,132 reviews. 4.5/5 avg rating.

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Wild Atlantic Way Tour North
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5/5 Excellent
45 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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Connemara, Dublin, Galway

Highlights

  • Visit Galway and Dublin City
  • Discover Connemara
  • Visit Ballycroy National Park and Connemara National Park
  • Experience the nature in Cliffs Of Moher

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"We did a tour with them to Blarney Castle with a few other castle stops put in (Cashel Rock and Cahair) and it was wonderful! Great experience and we had the best guide ever, Jim. Jim was wonderful with a great sense of humor! Very knowledgeable, or at least blessed with the gift of gab. If you’re thinking about one of these tours do it! You’ll be glad you did, like me. We will definitely be booking another tour with them, especially with Jim!"

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Self Guided Walking The Dingle Way
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5/5 Excellent
60 reviews
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Dingle Peninsula

Highlights

  • Walk the best of the Dingle Way along miles long sandy beaches, quiet country roads and ocean side trails
  • Pick dates that suit you and leave all the arrangements to us
  • All accommodation, luggage transfers, maps, route notes and transfers to Tralee are included
  • Spend a night in Dingle town - world renowned for its music-filled pubs and great atmosphere

Themes

Cycling & Biking, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"It was an amazing trip. Great cycling, great food and great people. I can truly say that this trip has improved my cycling. I have gained confidence and skills!"

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Hiking and Island Hopping Cork and Kerry
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5/5 Excellent
60 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Cork, Dingle Peninsula

Highlights

  • Enjoy guided hikes along the spectacular coastline trails of Southwest Ireland.
  • Climb up the bare rock steps of the UNESCO World Heritage site Skellig Michael.
  • See home of Christian monks, and now a filming location for Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens.
  • Travel on Ireland’s only cable car
  • Visit remote Gaeltacht (Irish speaking) islands, where each stone tells a story of its rich cultural past.

Themes

High Adventure, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"It was an amazing trip. Great cycling, great food and great people. I can truly say that this trip has improved my cycling. I have gained confidence and skills!"

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Exploring the United Kingdom and Dublin
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4.6/5 Excellent
66 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Buckingham Palace, Dublin, Liverpool, London, Oxford, Westminster Abbey

Highlights

  • Visit Stratford upon Avon, Shakespeare’s hometown.
  • Enjoy a stroll on the banks of River Liffey.
  • Visit The Beatles Story Exhibition.
  • Explore Ferry from Ireland to Walles.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"No travel with then completely desaster First and last Hotel accommodations really cheap, they mix you with 40 people in the same bus"

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Hiking The Ring of Kerry Mountains
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5/5 Excellent
60 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Dingle Peninsula, Dublin, Killarney National Park

Highlights

  • Visit to Summit two of Irelands highest peaks, Mount Brandon and Carrantuohill, part of the Ring of Kerry mountains
  • Listen to live traditional music and eat the best of food while staying in authentic accommodations
  • Explore Traverse Ireland’s southwest peninsulas of Dingle
  • Discover Iveragh in the majestic Kingdom of Kerry

Themes

Hiking & Walking

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"It was an amazing trip. Great cycling, great food and great people. I can truly say that this trip has improved my cycling. I have gained confidence and skills!"

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Ancient Ireland
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5/5 Excellent
60 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Dublin, Galway

Highlights

  • Visit some of Ireland's most ancient sites with renowned archeologists & historians
  • Walk along the Cliffs of Moher in the quiet off season
  • Discover the lunar-like landscape of the Burren National Park
  • Discover Neolithic & medieval Ireland

Themes

High Adventure, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"It was an amazing trip. Great cycling, great food and great people. I can truly say that this trip has improved my cycling. I have gained confidence and skills!"

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Extreme Ireland - Home of the Irish
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5/5 Excellent
32 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Dublin, Galway

Highlights

  • Enjoy Day trip to the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher
  • Enjoy Two-day excursion to gorgeous Galway
  • All local group transportation & much more
  • Enjoy day trip to Howth for a hike out around the famous fishing village

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"This trip was my first time traveling solo so I was a little nervous, but it turned out to be an incredible weekend. Andy (owner) had the trip planned to a T and he made sure everything ran smoothly. Our guides were AMAZING & were my favorite part of the trip. Had I done this trip on my own, I would have missed out on a lot. I met some awesome people and can't wait for my next WSA trip!"

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Essential Britain & Ireland
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4.6/5 Excellent
57 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Bath, Belfast, Cardiff, Dublin, Edinburgh, London

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Hello , first there is no airport transfer at all as they mentioned in the trip program , no one waited us at the airport as they mentioned that we should provide them with the flight schedule but unfortunately they neglected this service for arrivals and for departures as well , the level of the hotel in Lyon is under expected maybe 2 stars , the hotels are somewhat away from the city center which makes the transportation for the clients cost more and waste of time , the guide was very quick in her steps without even looking at the families and children and not being able to follow her . Rather , she was even quick to finish the designated program , such as presenting a program that was supposed to be for tomorrow and presenting it without justification , making one day crowded with her program and the second day on the contrary i.e there may be only one visit as it happened in changing visiting Eifel tower although it was late afternoon and the line was so crowded that took around 2 hours waited in line in order to gets tickets for the whole group while it was supposed to be on the 2nd day with scène river cruise , the stoppage in some cities as Geneva needs more than only 2 hours time while stoppage in between the cities in the rural area needs less than that time gave it to us .no flexibility in changing the program after booking even for a more advanced and valued trips ( changing not cancelling ) , it must be a meeting prepared for the group in a lobby of the hotel the night before or even if 1 hour before getting into the buses as a type of acquaintance and introduction between the members of the group ."

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Ireland Reviews & Ratings

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Lots of places to see. A taste of Ireland. Lots of info from the tour guide Allie and great driver Stevie. My favorite places were the cliffs of Mohr and the ring of...

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May 2024

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Irish Highlights

Inclusive but not enough time to explore areas on our own without the constraint of getting to the next stop. It was difficult for those who sat on a plane for 8 hrs...

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May 2024

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It was great. Saw alot if things and had a kit of wonde...

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May 2024

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A whirlwind of activities and experiences! All worthwhile, interesting, and enjoyable. We were lucky to have a wonderful tour director, an amazing bus driver, and a ...

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Ireland Tour Selection Trips

  • Walking and biking tours of Ireland can be wonderful, taking you through forests, across pastures and down small country roads you otherwise wouldn’t know existed.
  • One good reason for Americans to take a guided tour of Ireland: driving (on often narrow roads with standard transmission cars) is on the left.
  • Come prepared for rain (“liquid sunshine”) at any time, keeping in mind that this is what keeps Ireland so green.
  • While Ireland is a bit smaller than the U.S. state of Indiana, it’s rich in culture, scenery, and history, so don’t feel you have to see it all in one trip – though a number of tours do hit many of the highlights.
  • Dublin has the youngest population in Europe, making it a good choice for millennials.

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CORONAVIRUS UPDATE

Ireland is open to foreign travelers.

Upon arrival, visitors must undergo a mandatory 14-day quarantine and fill out a COVID-19 Passenger Locator Form to indicate where they intend to self isolate.

Read more about Countries Reopening for Tourism 


Ireland tours are available all year round, but it does get quite chilly. Often tours in Ireland feature a lot of time outdoors along the coast, so be sure to dress warmly!

Walking is a very popular activity on many Ireland trips. It is advised to bring a pair of warm, sturdy walking shoes or broken in hiking boots to protect your feet from blisters.

What to expect from a tour in Ireland

Touring Ireland is a wonderful experience, full of jovial fun, fascinating history, and of course a pint or two. If you enjoy beer, it’s safe to say you will enjoy traveling in Ireland. If you don’t enjoy beer, don’t worry, but be prepared for a few pub visits. You may like the taste of beer by the end of your trip!

American travelers in particular may be surprised by the pub atmosphere in Ireland and the wider UK. The Irish pub experience is far more family friendly than a typical bar or pub in the United States. Going by yourself to hang out with a book is perfectly acceptable.

But if you’re a more outgoing person, and enjoy meeting and hanging out with locals, the pub is the place to be; and you will be considered a local by the end of your trip if you go consistently. This is one reason why Ireland tours for singles are so popular.

Other than whiskey and beer, Ireland has much to offer in the way of history. Guided tours of Ireland will definitely touch on some of this, in varying degrees depending on which tour you choose.  

Ireland Tour Routes

You may be wondering whether your trip in Ireland will visit both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. In most cases, Ireland tours do visit both. The Republic of Ireland is dramatically larger than Northern Ireland, so you will spend most of your time in this area.

Some likely stops on this part of your tour include the Ring of Kerry, a stunning scenic route dotted with various historical sites. The Cliffs of Moher, which are only a short distance from Dublin, are another popular spot. The only thing that makes these breathtaking cliffs more stunning is the powerful, heart-stopping wind that blows in off the sea.

Northern Ireland is home to the Titanic Museum in Belfast, a very popular tour attraction. Giants Causeway is also a main attraction in Northern Ireland, especially for being a Game of Thrones filming location. Finally, your small group tour in Northern Ireland will likely include some historical components about recent conflicts between Catholics and Protestants in this part of Ireland.

Ireland Walking Tours

Because of Ireland’s natural beauty, relative accessibility and general safety, going on hiking and walking tours is one popular way of visiting the country. Going on a walking tour around Ireland is a great way to remove yourself from the routine, and place yourself in an otherworldly landscape.

If you decide to visit the Western coast of the country, you will be confronted with contrasting, dramatic stone landscapes and beautiful mountains. This region is known for  both its rough seas, and its population of wildflowers.

If you want to experience the entire island, consider a coast-to-coast walk. On this route, you are sure to experience many more cultural landmarks, including the some of the earliest Christian landmarks.

If the call of England and Scotland are too irresistible to you, you are in luck, as many tours combine visiting the three, similar locations. This way you can get triple the dosage of intense historical drama, jaw-dropping natural landscapes, and good drink and pub food.

What is the weather like in Ireland?

As it is nearly surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, Ireland’s climate is both kept temperate by the water, and also made irregular because of it. As a result, Ireland’s weather is relatively unpredictable -- but not extreme.

When traveling to Ireland in the winter, you should dress warmly, but don’t worry about freezing temperatures. It rarely drops much below 46 degrees, and a result, don’t expect any heavy snows either.

In the summer, temperatures are in generally in the upper 50’s, and reach highs of around 66 degrees. Unlike in Scotland, you never have to worry about extremely long rain spells, nor will it rain consistently enough to make you wish you had your own pair of wellies. Either bring a light rain jacket just in case, or use every drizzle as an excuse to grab a Guinness in a cozy pub -- the choice is up to you!

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