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Explore the castles and palaces surrounding Edinburgh as well as Edinburgh Castle itself.

Visit Scone Palace, a former stately home.

Sail along Loch Ness and enjoy a picnic lunch onboard.

Admire the waterfront Dunvegan Castle and its extensive gardens.

Stay overnight in Scottish and Irish castles.

Visit Blarney Castle and its fascinating gardens.

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On arrival, you'll be met at the airport and driven to your centrally located hotel. Once you have checked in, your guide will take you on a walking tour of Edinburgh Old Town. Spend the afternoon exploring The Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and the Grassmarket area to get a feel for this beautiful city.

Your driver-guide will pick you up this morning to explore the castles and palaces in the environs of Edinburgh. Take a step back in time while visiting the mysterious 15th-century Rosslyn Chapel, wandering the maze-like ruins of the royal residence and military base of Linlithgow Palace, admiring the dark and striking Blackness Castle situated on the Firth of Forth, and learning about the historical and artistic significance of the grand country manor of Hopetoun House.

This morning, you begin your journey to Inverness with your driver-guide by way of Scone Palace. Your private guide walks you through one of Scotland's most historic and stately homes while pointing out and bringing to life small details of the palace's vast private collection. Discover the treasures at Scone Palace and learn about the significance of the Stone of Scone (Stone of Destiny). End the afternoon wandering the grounds and gardens — meeting the resident peacocks — before finishing your journey in Pitlochry.

Today, travel through the heart of the Cairngorms National Park on your way to Inverness, heading toward Braemar. In the afternoon, visit Braemar Castle and explore its grounds, architecture, and interiors.

Spend today on Loch Ness with guides who tell enchanting stories of Scotland's mythical history, including the Loch Ness Monster. You can see the ruins of Urquhart Castle from the loch while enjoying Scottish whiskies and cheeses. You’ll then travel through the spectacular landscape of Glen Garry, which takes you north toward Eilean Donan Castle. This is perhaps Scotland’s most iconic castle, framed by a mountainous background with the Cuillins of Skye in the distance.

Explore the beauty of the Isle of Skye with your guide, who'll take you to the most scenic areas, including Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock, and the Quiraing. Upon arrival on Skye, you will visit Dunvegan Castle and Gardens with a private guide to learn more about the MacLeod clan. After the tour, experience life as a MacLeod while enjoying a wee dram of whisky.

Today, you take the ferry to Mallaig and continue your journey on the Jacobite Steam Train to Fort William, where you have the opportunity to spend the night in the 19th-century Inverlochy Castle. En route, you'll cross the viaduct made famous by the Harry Potter films and pass sea lochs and historic monuments.

Depart Fort William and travel over to Glasgow. After enjoying the scenery, you will be driven to Glasgow Airport for your short flight to Dublin, Ireland. On arrival, you'll be met by your private driver and transported to your hotel in Cork.

Spend the morning at Blarney Castle, a quintessential Irish castle. You can join other visitors in kissing the Blarney Stone for good luck and spend some time wandering the gardens. Continue to the vibrant fishing village of Cobh. Here, you will take a leisurely walking tour accompanied by your private guide, who will recount the history and the lives of those on the ill-fated Titanic.

This morning, you travel to Killarney with your driver-guide, where you embark on a jaunting car ride through Killarney National Park.

Spend the day exploring the Dingle Peninsula, whose beauty rivals the nearby Ring of Kerry scenic drive. Replete with fishing boats and sailboats, the port town of Dingle is a beautiful place to wander and observe Irish traditions still practiced here by its residents. After spending the day in Dingle, travel to Ennis to spend the night in Dromoland Castle.

Today, you're transferred by a private driver to Shannon Airport for your flight home.

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Uncover the Secrets of Scotland’s Majestic Castle Tours

Step into a world of enchantment and intrigue as you embark on  Scotland’s majestic castle tours . From towering fortresses to ancient ruins, these tours offer a glimpse into the rich history and captivating tales that echo through the centuries. Immerse yourself in the beauty of breathtaking landscapes while exploring the hidden corridors and grand halls that housed kings and queens.

Discover the captivating stories of prestigious castles like Stirling Castle, and Eilean Donan Castle. Each with its own unique charm, these castles exude the grandeur and mystery of a bygone era. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a fan of architecture, or simply seeking a memorable experience, Scotland’s castle tours are sure to leave you mesmerized. Our  four castles tour  takes you to the finest castles in Scotland – Drummond Castle , Stirling Castle , Doune Castle and Linlithgow Palace .

Unveil secrets that lie within the walls of these magnificent structures and learn about the legendary figures who shaped Scotland’s past. Let yourself be transported to a time of knights, battles, and royal affairs as knowledgeable guides bring history to life with their captivating storytelling.

Join us on a journey through time and unravel the secrets of Scotland’s majestic castle tours. Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty and rich heritage of these architectural marvels as you delve into the heart of Scotland’s fascinating history.

The history and significance of Scottish castles

Scotland is renowned for its stunning castles, which stand as a testament to the country’s rich and turbulent history. These architectural marvels served as strategic fortifications, royal residences, and symbols of power and wealth. The construction of castles in Scotland dates back to the medieval times, and they played a crucial role in shaping the nation’s destiny. A castle was a symbol of power and wealth , mostly built by the kings of Scotland to celebrate their own grandeur , but also as a fortress against the threats from the power hungry nobles inside and outside Scotland .

One of the most iconic castles in Scotland is Stirling Castle, located strategically on a rocky outcrop, once the residence of  Scottish monarchs  and played a key strategic role in conflicts such as the Wars of Independence. Eilean Donan Castle, situated on a small island at the meeting point of three lochs, is a picture-perfect fairy-tale castle that has been featured in numerous films and is a must-visit for any castle enthusiast.

Popular castle tours in Scotland

When it comes to castle tours, Scotland offers a plethora of options that cater to different interests and preferences.

A must visit castle is Stirling Castle, where visitors can delve into the royal history of Scotland. The castle tour takes you through its stunning Renaissance architecture, the Royal Palace, and the Great Hall, where you can immerse yourself in the grandeur of the past. Additionally, the tour offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Eilean Donan Castle, with its picturesque setting, is a favourite among photographers and nature lovers. The castle tour allows you to explore its interior, including the bedrooms, the banqueting hall, and the kitchen, providing a glimpse into the daily life of its former inhabitants. The breathtaking views of the lochs and mountains from the castle make it an unforgettable experience.  Eilean Donan Castle tours  can be booked online or phone / Whatsapp +447305294773 .

Top castle attractions and highlights

Each castle tour in Scotland offers unique attractions and highlights that are worth exploring.

Stirling Castle boasts the stunning Renaissance architecture of the Royal Palace, where you can admire the intricate details and beautiful tapestries. The Great Hall, with its magnificent timber roof and ornate decorations, provides a glimpse into the opulence of the past with stunning stained glass windows . Be sure to visit the Royal Chapel, adorned with intricate woodwork.

Eilean Donan Castle ‘s highlights include the Banqueting Hall, where feasts and celebrations were once held, and the bedrooms, which are furnished to reflect different periods in its history. The castle’s stunning surroundings make it a perfect spot for photography, with breathtaking views of the lochs, mountains, and the iconic stone bridge that leads to its entrance. Eilean Donan Castle is the most photographed castle in the whole of the UK due to its stunning location on an island in the middle of three lochs . Eilean Donan featured in a James Bond film and the Highlander movie .

Planning your castle tour itinerary

When planning your castle tour in Scotland, it’s important to consider factors such as location, accessibility, and opening hours. Stirling Castle is located in the city of Stirling, which is easily reached by train or bus from major cities. Eilean Donan Castle, situated in the Highlands, requires a bit more planning, as it is a remote location, but the journey is well worth it.

To make the most of your castle tour, it’s advisable to allocate sufficient time for each castle, as there is plenty to see and explore. On our tours we spend up to an hour at each castle . Guided tours are available at all the major castles, providing valuable insights and historical context. It’s also worth checking the castle websites for any special events or exhibitions happening during your visit.

Tips for visiting Scottish castles

Here are some tips to enhance your experience when visiting Scottish castles:

1. Arrive early: To beat the crowds and have a more immersive experience, try to arrive at the castles early in the day.

2. Dress appropriately: As most castles involve walking and exploring outdoor areas, wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.

3. Take your time: Allow yourself ample time to fully explore each castle and soak in its history and ambiance.

4. Bring your phone or camera: The castles and their surroundings offer countless photo opportunities, so don’t forget your camera or smartphone.

5. Check for closures: Some areas of the castles may be closed for renovations or events, so it’s advisable to check the websites or contact the castle beforehand.

6. Respect the surroundings: Remember that these castles are not only historical sites but also important cultural landmarks, so be mindful of your actions and follow any guidelines or restrictions in place.

Hidden gems: Lesser-known castles to explore

While Stirling Castle and Eilean Donan Castle are undoubtedly the most popular choices for castle tours, Scotland is home to numerous lesser-known castles that are equally fascinating to explore. These hidden gems offer a more intimate and off-the-beaten-path experience for castle enthusiasts.

One such hidden gem is Doune Castle, near Stirling . This impressive castle has five claims to movie fame .

• Outlander – Doune was Castle Leoch , and it also features in the 20th century episode when Claire and Frank Randall visit the castle on a day trip.
• Game of Thrones . Doune represented the castle Winterfell in Game of Thrones.
• Monty Python and the Holy Grail
• Outlaw King
• Mary Queen of Scots

Outlander is a hugely popular TV series which was filmed entirely in Scotland . Lallybroch is real life Midhope castle. Our  three Outlander castle tours  are perfect for Outlander fans

Castle tour packages

For those who prefer a hassle-free experience, castle tour packages are readily available. These tours typically include transportation and the services of a knowledgeable driver / guide who will bring the history and stories of the castles to life.

There are various tour operators offering different types of castle tours, from day trips to whisky tours. Some tours also combine castle visits with other attractions, such as whisky distillery tours or visits to picturesque villages.

Conclusion: Discover the magic of Scotland’s majestic castles

Scotland’s majestic castle tours offer a unique opportunity to step back in time and immerse yourself in the country’s rich history and captivating stories. From the grandeur of Strling Castle to the breathtaking beauty of Eilean Donan Castle, each castle holds its own secrets and charm.

Uncover the fascinating history and hidden stories that lie within the walls of these architectural marvels. Whether you choose to explore the popular castles or venture off the beaten path to discover hidden gems, Scotland’s castle tours promise an unforgettable experience that will transport you to a world of knights, battles, and royal affairs.

Embark on a journey through time and unravel the secrets of Scotland’s majestic castle tours. Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty and rich heritage of these extraordinary structures, and let the captivating allure of Scottish castles leave you with memories that will last a lifetime.

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Germany has the most castles, with at least 20,000 castles, including the beautiful Neuschwanstein Castle and Heidelberg Palace. Most castles in Germany are over 100 years old. Wales has more castles per square mile than any other country. Known as the Castle Capital of the World, the country has over 600 castles, including Conwy Castle, Cardiff Castle and Raglan Castle.

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Reichsburg Cochem is the oldest castle in Europe and one of the oldest castles in the world. It’s located in Cochem, Germany, and is believed to have been built around the year 1000 by the Palatinate count Ezzo. The first recorded documentation of the castle dates back to 1051 when Ezzo’s oldest daughter, Richeza, gave the castle to her nephew.

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Ireland and Scotland

Embark on a memorable 9-day tour of Ireland and Scotland, perfectly crafted to immerse you in the richness of both cultures. Explore the historic skyline of Edinburgh and the rugged beauty of Northern Irish coast. Discover the Highlights of Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Scotland on one Gaelic adventure.

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Day One includes a visit to Edinburgh. Known the world over as Scotland's Capital, famous for its wonderful museums and galleries.

The Royal Yacht Britannia

Day Two includes a visit to The Royal Yacht Britannia. The former royal yacht of the British monarchy, also known as Her Majesty's Yacht Britannia and The Queen's Floating Palace. The vessel served from 1954 to 1997. 

• Edinburgh Castle

Day Two also includes a visit to Edinburgh Castle. Dating from the 12th century Edinburgh Castle has been a fortress, royal palace and prison throughout its unstable past.

• Stirling Castle

Day Three includes a visit to Stirling Castle. Sitting atop Castle Hill in the town of Stirling, the castle is a symbol of Scotland's national pride and independence.

Loch Lomond

Day Three also includes a cruise on Loch Lomond. Enjoy the Bonnie Banks of Scotland's largest lake. Through the lush pastures of Glencoe Valley.

The Clydeside Distillery

On Day Four you will visit The Clydeside Distillery. The Clydeside Distillery is nestled in the vibrant core of Glasgow, the focal point of the Lowlands and a hub for the contemporary resurgence of whisky. Situated along the Clyde River, adjacent to its storied shipping docks, lie echoes of Glasgow's past and the building blocks of its future.

• Glasgow Cathedral

On Day Four you will also visit Glasgow Cathedral. Known as the oldest cathedral on mainland Scotland and a rare example of an almost complete church from the 13th century.

• Belfast City

On Day Five journey by ferry to the City of Belfast. The only city on the island of Ireland to have embraced the Industrial Revolution. You will meet up with your local Belfast City Guide who will explain all about the history of this once troubled city.

Titanic Exhibition

On Day Six visit Titanic Belfast. You will have the opportunity to learn the history of the world's most famous ship, The Titanic. Completed in 1912 on Harland & Wolff's shipyard.

Glenshane Country Farm, Sheepdogs at Work

On Day Four you will also visit Glenshane Country Farm, Sheepdogs at Work. Step into the field and witness the artistry of the highly trained working dogs as they respond to their master's commands with a whistle, a whisper, or a gesture, effortlessly herding a flock of exceptionally well-behaved sheep.

Glenshane Country Farm, FireSide Lunch

On Day Four you will also enjoy Glenshane Country Farm, FireSide Lunch. Relax by the turf fire and enjoy a heartwarming and delicious selection of traditional Irish cuisine, accompanied by a steaming cup of authentic Irish tea.

The Giant's Causeway

Also Day Four take a trip to The Giant's Causeway. One of Northern Ireland's most stunning sights. No amount of photographs can ever do the Giants Causeway justice. 37,000 basalt columns extend from cliffs down into the sea.

Hillsborough Castle & Gardens

On Day Seven you will visit Hillsborough Castle & Gardens. Located in County Down, Hillsborough Castle is the official Northern Ireland residence of the British Royal Family during their time in the region. In 2014, the castle and its gardens — set across 100 acres of stunning waterways, lawns and woodlands — were officially opened to the public.

• Carlingford Lough Ferry

Day Seven also includes a cruise on Carlingford Lough. Take in the tranquil landscape surrounding Carlingford Lough. Northern Ireland's largest mountain range, the Morne Mountains, enclose the famous lake and give the area a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere.

EPIC: The Irish Emigration Museum

Day Eight brings you to EPIC: The Irish Emigration Museum. Located in Dublin City's docklands, the museum, via cutting-edge interactive displays, explores the history of the mass emigration experienced by Ireland over the past three centuries.

• Guinness Storehouse

Day Eight also includes a visit to Guinness Storehouse. Located in the heart of Dublin City, you to see how Ireland's most famous export is crafted into a 'black state of perfection'.

Taylors Three Rock

Day Eight also see you enjoy a traditional music night at Taylors Three Rock. One of Ireland's most popular bar and entertainment venue, offers a raucous evening of traditional Irish song and dance together with a wonderful selection of high-quality Irish food to please your palette. Visit their website...

Tour Itinerary

Explore the wonders of Ireland and Scotland on this remarkable 9-day tour. Immerse yourself in the rich cultures of these historic Gaelic nations as you embark on a captivating journey.

Day 1: Arrival (Edinburgh)

Day 1 itinerary.

On arrival in Edinburgh Airport reclaim your baggage and enter the Arrivals Hall. Here, you will meet your professional Tour Director (1 Person). There will be 3 group airport transfers this morning between 7:00 am and 1200 noon. To ensure a smooth start to your tour, it is advisable to aim for an arrival time in Edinburgh Airport before 11:00 am, as clearing immigration and reclaiming baggage typically takes around 1 hour.

Board your luxury air-conditioned coach with WI-FI on board and transfer to the voco Edinburgh - Haymarket .

This afternoon, you might like to take a stroll on the streets of Edinburgh. At 6:00 PM this evening all participants will gather for dinner in the hotel restaurant where you will become acquainted with your fellow travellers, the coming days can be discussed at leisure with your Tour Director. Overnight voco Edinburgh - Haymarket .

Included Today

• Welcome Dinner

voco Edinburgh - Haymarket

Day 2: edinburgh city tour & edinburgh castle, day 2 itinerary.

After a hearty Scottish breakfast, depart on a panoramic tour of Edinburgh City , with a local Edinburgh Step-on Guide. Visit The Royal Yacht Britannia . The former royal yacht of the British monarchy, also known as Her Majesty's Yacht Britannia and The Queen's Floating Palace. The vessel served from 1954 to 1997. 

See the Scottish Parliament. This modern building was opened in 2004 after decades of Scottish calls for self-determination.

Enjoy a visit to Edinburgh Castle , dating from the 12th century that has been a fortress, royal palace and prison through its turbulent past. It houses the oldest crown jewels of Britain - The Honours of Scotland.

Enjoy the afternoon free as you explore the Royal Mile, the main thoroughfare of medieval Edinburgh. Overnight in voco Edinburgh - Haymarket .

Edinburgh City

Day 3: stirling castle & loch lomond cruise, day 3 itinerary.

This morning after breakfast, Depart for Glasgow via Stirling & the Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond.

Visit Stirling Castle . One of the largest and most historically important castles in Scotland. The majority of the structure, as it stands today, dates back to the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. The outer defences, facing the town of Stirling, were constructed in the 18th-century. In its lifetime, Stirling Castle has suffered at least eight sieges, most of which took place during the Wars of Scottish Independence.

Witness the stunning beauty of Loch Lomond . Take in the Bonnie Banks of Scotland's largest lake, on board a leisurely cruise.

Please note, the Loch Lomond Cruise can be affected by the weather. In cases where sailing is not possible due to weather conditions, the decision to cancel the cruise will be made by the Loch Lomond Cruise staff on the day.

Overnight and dine tonight at voco Grand Central Glasgow

• Evening Dinner
• Loch Lomond Cruise

voco Grand Central Glasgow

Day 4: clydeside distillery & glasgow city tour, day 4 itinerary.

Part one: The Dockside Story, marking the commencement of your self-guided tour. Immerse yourself in a brief video that paints a vivid picture and narrates captivating stories about life in Glasgow, the genesis of the whisky industry, and the rich history of Glasgow itself.

Part two: Accompanied by one of our expert guides, explore the Clydeside Distillery. Observe skilled craftsmen employing traditional techniques to handcraft a new make spirit, all within the historic walls. Revel in breathtaking views of the River Clyde from the Still House.

Part three: The highly anticipated moment arrives! Indulge in the sampling of two exceptional Scotch Single Malts alongside the freshly crafted new make spirit. Under the guidance of your Clydeside expert, delve into the art of properly nosing and tasting the whisky, enriching your understanding and appreciation.

Welcome your local Glasgow guide on board as they join you on a journey through Glasgow City . Discover Glasgow's key landmarks as well as its hidden gem. Take in the unique architecture, ranging from Medieval to post-modern, and uncover the history of this once troubled city; from its 18th century heyday as a commercial and trading hub to its economic decline of the late 20th century. The real essence of Glasgow is found in its people, affectionately known as 'Glaswegians', they are renowned for their unique 'patter'; a slang and accent combined that is almost impenetrable to the outside world.

Visit Glasgow Cathedral . A truly rare example of an almost complete 13th century church.

Overnight and dine tonight at voco Grand Central Glasgow .

• Glasgow City Tour

Day 5: Ferry to Belfast & Belfast City Tour

Day 5 itinerary.

This morning after breakfast, depart for Cairnryan Ferry Port located in Dumfries and Galloway.

Check-in at Ferry Terminal 1 hour prior to sailing time.

Wave goodbye to Scotland as you journey by Ferry to Belfast Port across the North Channel to Belfast Port.

Arrive in Belfast Port. Welcome to Northern Ireland!

Belfast City , you will be joined by a specialised step on local Belfast City Guide to see and hear all about the history of this once troubled city — including the Belfast Murals of the Loyalist Shankill Road and Nationalist Falls Road.

Overnight and dine tonight at Europa Hotel Belfast

• Belfast City Tour
• Europa Hotel Belfast

Day 6: Titanic Belfast & Giants Causeway

Day 6 itinerary.

This morning after breakfast, visit Titanic Belfast . The world’s largest Titanic-themed visitor attraction, located on the very slipways where she was built in the heart of Belfast.

Visit Glenshane Country Farm, Sheepdogs at Work . Step into the field and witness the artistry of the highly trained working dogs as they respond to their master's commands with a whistle, a whisper, or a gesture, effortlessly herding a flock of exceptionally well-behaved sheep.

Enjoy a Glenshane Country Farm, Fireside Lunch . Relax by the turf fire and enjoy a heartwarming and delicious selection of traditional Irish cuisine, accompanied by a steaming cup of authentic Irish tea.

Visit Giant's Causeway . This prehistoric geological phenomenon is the subject of many myths and legends. There are an estimated 37,000 basalt columns extending from cliffs down into the sea.

• Titanic Belfast
• Giant's Causeway

Day 7: Hillsborough Castle & Carlingford Lough Ferry

Day 7 itinerary.

After breakfast this morning, visit Hillsborough Castle & Gardens . Located in County Down, Hillsborough Castle is the official Northern Ireland residence of the British Royal family during their time in the region. In 2014, the castle and its gardens — set across 100 acres of stunning waterways, lawns and woodlands — were officially opened to the public.

Travel on to Greencastle. Here you will board the Carlingford Lough Ferry and journey across the lough with its magnificent views of the majestic mountains of Mourne.

Overnight and dine tonight at Gresham Riu Plaza Hotel

Gresham Riu Plaza Hotel

Day 8: guinness storehouse & traditional music night, day 8 itinerary.

After breakfast, welcome onboard your local Step-on Guide as they take you on an exploration through Dublin City .

Visit EPIC: The Irish Emigration Museum . Voted, recently, as "Europe's Leading Tourist Attraction", this museum tour tells the story behind the millions of people who fled, or were forced from, Ireland over the past three centuries. Located in Dublin's Docklands.

Visit Guinness Storehouse . With an address at the world-famous St. James's Gate. Here you will tour the world-renowned brewery and enjoy a perfect complimentary pint of Guinness in the Gravity Bar — located at the top of a glass tower that commands spectacular views of Dublin City .

Your farewell dinner and evening entertainment will take the form of a visit to Taylors Three Rock . Take in an evening of traditional Irish song, music, laughter, and dance while also indulging in a wide variety of mouthwatering Irish dishes. The audience is treated to breath-taking performances by their resident band and traditional Irish dancers, who never fail to entertain.

Overnight at the Gresham Riu Plaza Hotel .

Included today:

• Irish Breakfast
• Taylors Three Rock Dinner & Show

The Guinness Storehouse

Day 9: departure (dublin), day 9: departure.

Today marks the end of the Highlights of Ireland & Scotland Tour.

After a final great Irish breakfast this morning, there will be 3 group airport transfers between 0500 and 1100 to get you to Dublin Airport for your return flight home. The confirmed transfer times will be advised 10 days prior to the tour start date.

Please note when booking flights for this tour: The Highlights of Ireland & Scotland Tour starts in Edinburgh (Scotland) and ends in Dublin (Ireland).

• Arrive: Edinburgh Airport
• Depart: Dublin Airport

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June 2024  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This tour of Ireland met all our expectations and beyond. We loved Ireland and will be sure to recommend this tour to friends and family here in Canada. We even had wonderful weather - which was not an expectation we had!!

Richard Laws

My wife, daughter and I had a wonderful tour of Ireland. The bus and driver, Karl White, were great. He was very informed and funny. The accommodations were very nice. The meals were great, too. It was our first time in Ireland, and this tour makes us want to come back. We loved all the stops we made and enjoyed the country. Thank you.

Tara McCarthy

This tour was outstanding. Sign up now with this company!! Shannon O'Brien, tour director, was extremely helpful in organizing and meeting our tour and mobility needs. The bus was new and clean. The bus driver, Seamus, was the most helpful and generous person. We had a mobility scooter supplied by another company and Seamus helped us get it on and off the bus each day. He would let us know where and when we would be able to use it or when a location would not be accessible. He was extremely knowledgeable about each tour location and WOW...can this man drive a bus. He should be honored with driver of the year. Holy cow can he drive. The roads were so narrow and the turns on the mountains were so tight - and somehow, he got that bus around each corner. We are extremely grateful for this tour company, Shannon and Seamus and hope that we can come back some day in future for another tour. My Ireland Tour - ROCKS!!!. If I could give 10 stars - I would!!!

Susan Smith

Just came back from the 8 day tour of Ireland. We really enjoyed this trip. The bus driver was excellent and gave us lots of information about the sites that we toured. We enjoyed the scenic and historic areas we visited. The hotels and food were also very good.

Our driver/guide was knowledgable and flexible. He made our trip something special.

Virginia Hendershot

My niece went on her very first international trip with me to Ireland, using My Ireland Tours, and now she is enthusiastic about traveling. Séamus was our tour coach driver, & guide. He was entertaining, knowledgeable, a great driver, & kept our tour on track while optimizing our time, & experience. Planning the trip through My Ireland Tours was the best decision I made, due to their variety of activities, places to see, various choices of tour lengths, the ease of booking, price, & the companies great communication. We had such a wonderful time in this beautiful country that other family members plan on visiting!

Doing the 14 day Ireland tour was amazing. The sites picked out were perfect. I loved how there were only a small amount of people on the tour. Colm, our guide/driver knew a lot of history and had so much pride for Ireland. His humor made the drives in-between sites great. He also made sure everyone knew the plans for the following day and was available for questions about Ireland that didn't have to do with sites we were visiting. I would definitely do another tour with them.

Dana Marshall

Our driver/guide, Paddy O'Farrell was absolutely wonderful. He managed all the logistics of driving, luggage, meals like an absolute pro and was also a gifted storyteller as we traveled. This was a great overview of Ireland and Scotland.

An excellent tour shared with great company and the best tour guide/driver. Can’t recommend highly enough, well done myirelandtours.

Ian Johnson

The tour and the weather was excellent. Everything was well organized and we felt taken care of. Seamus left us with no worries… just fun and adventure. He was not only knowledgeable about Ireland sites but also gave a great insight into Irish daily life. We would definitely travel with My Irish Tours again.

We had a wonderful trip! Our driver, Peter, was super flexible with our itinerary and even added a few things that we hadn't yet planned. The accommodations were top notch, and we will always have the best memories of this trip. Highly recommend!

We throughly enjoyed our personal tour of Ireland's west and south with our most excellent guide, Shirley. We hit it off immediately and spent a great 10 days seeing the historical and cultural sites of southern and western Ireland. What made the trip special for us was Shirley. Her intricate knowledge of the area and her ability to get to know us so quickly allowed her to add in many other stops that were not listed on our itinerary. Instead of just a drive from stop to stop Shirley really made it a tour. At Shirley's suggestion we saw ancient stone circles, scenic views, museums, lighthouses, cemeteries, rhunestones, religious sites and ate at great little pubs and restaurants. She managed our time expertly and always called ahead to keep us on schedule and ensure my wife's dietary restrictions were noted and accommodated. My ireland tour had everything from dinners to accommodations and entry passes set up in advance and stayed in contact with us from our time of booking till our arrival. We will surely book with My Ireland again and definitely request Shirley as our driver guide.

John Billman

We had a marvelous 10 day tour of Ireland with My Ireland Tour. The company was very easy to work with. We had a couple of specific places which we wanted to visit based on some ancestry work we had done. At the same time, we wanted to see the most of Ireland possible during the ten day tour. We communicated via mostly email from the US. Bottom line: a very successful and enjoyable tour. We got a new understanding of Ireland’s history including the “Troubles” and peace treaty and also the incredible beauty of the island. The hotel accommodations were mostly very good to excellent with one exception: the Mauldon Hotel in Derry which was OK but didn’t compare to the other hotels. We stayed one night in a the Blindgate House in Kinsale which, while being fine, did not provide the breadth of services of the hotels we stayed in. But what made this trip extra special was our Guide/driver for the week, Joe O’Connor. His was with us every one of the ten days. Meeting us promptly in the morning and making sure we were settled in our accommodations in the afternoon. The tour included scheduled stops with the flexibility to add and delete stops. With his knowledge of Ireland, Joe recommended a few unique and interesting stops along our route. This included: - a wonderful demonstration of sheep dog abilities - A visit to a reconstructed typical early 1900s Irish country home - An ancient burial monolith

Ashley Carter

My Ireland tour was absolutely amazing! The hotels, coach bus, the sightseeing and our tour guide/coach driver John was excellent! Everyone on our tour was so fun! John our tour guide/driver was the absolute best! He made my dreams come true of having an Irish traffic jam with sheep! He even did a little detour and pulled over to lets us feed the sheep from the food stand! I would definitely recommend booking a tour with them! Perfect way to see Ireland! You get to sit back, relax and enjoy your holiday!

Bill Branch

We had a wonderful trip with My Ireland Tour across Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Ireland. Our guide, Pat Prendergast was especially knowledgeable, insightful, and witty making every stop worthwhile and interesting. Keith and staff were always timely with their communications at every step along the way. We would recommend this company to anyone who wants to see these countries.

A group of us from college decided to go to Ireland. Thank goodness we landed this tour. It was amazing and our tour guide Cathal Clarke was superior. I highly recommend!

Well planned and executed 14 day experience of an island; Ireland about the size of Indiana. Our driver/guide made it interesting. And his driving got us through some narrow challenging roads. Some of the roads haven't been widened since the horse and buggy. Great history and experience

May 2024  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I am from the states and did not feel like driving around. The ten days amount was perfect, and one of the days I stayed at the hotel and explored the city we were in instead of driving around. I had an amazing time, the bus seats were very comfortable, and Sean O Sullivan our bus driver and tour guide was phenomenal! He went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable, safe and told us so much about the country. Loved it and had a fabulous time!

Virginia Murtaugh

The tour was wonderful! The driver was knowledgable, competent and very entertaining! The lodging was top notch, the food excellent and the various destinations were worthwhile and beautiful! Overall a fantastic trip!

Taisha Elliott

This was our second tour in Ireland and another home run! Great group of people and our guide/driver Harry was full of fun stories. We saw all the sights and were fed and taken care of at all times. Great experience!

Suzanne Moore

This was our first time taking a tour, though we have done many international trips. We were a little nervous to give up control. We were so impressed with My Ireland Tours. Harry Fisher was practically magical getting us in and out of everywhere with grace and humor. His stories were absolute gold! The hotels were all very nice and the food was much better than I expected. Having someone move our bags every time was so nice. I will let everyone know that I highly recommend My Ireland Tours!

Cindy Chambers

There were things about I tour that I loved and then things about our tour I didn't love, but tolerated. Much of this comes from living in a different region of the world not understanding how things are done in a country being visited. The great things were.... 1) All the places we visited. All amazing. Loved seeing and hearing out the history of both Scotland and Ireland. Phenomenal 2) Our driver, John was beyond a 5 star. If I could give him 10 stars, I would, He was engaging, patient, fun and humorous. He had a system down that worked well. Honestly, I don't know how he was so calm with one lady on our bus who was chronically late by 15+ minutes every single time we were to meet. She was beyond disrespectfully to the group as a whole regarding this lateness. She showed no remorse nor apologized. If I were John, I would have lost it. He maintained his cool and professionalism. 3) My Ireland Tour company was excellent. They answered all of my emails the same day and were forthcoming with information. The things we didn't know about was our fault because we failed to ask. Everything about the company is very professional and organized. Not an easy job. What I wish were different... 1) The length in each day. Each day came with almost 8 hours or more of bus travel. It was exhausting for me personally a woman of almost 64 years. There were more than enough stops which were wonderful, but going from one hotel to the next, living out of a suitcase for 14 days was hard. This tour is very fast paced. 2) The hotels were about 3 stars rating US standards. The morning buffets far exceeding anything offered in the US. Excellent buffet with tons of options. The sleeping accommodations were not easy. The rooms were very hot. The windows were set to only open at the most 3 inches which did not provide relief. There was no way to request a flat sheet as a bed cover. All they offered as a bed cover was a thick winter all-in-one duvet. Great for the winter, not great for summer temps. If we kept the window open to get some air, then the bright city lights and noises from the outside made sleeping impossible. If we closed the window and curtains, the noises and lights were gone, but....we felt like turkeys basting in the oven. The tubs are all super deep to enter for showering and they are slippery. This was a hazard for us seniors. 3) Motion on the bus. This region is not know for smooth straight highways. Most roads are very small, windy with constant swaying. If you are a person who experiences motion sickness like me, come prepared with medication from your hometown. I am happy we went on this tour. We enjoyed all the places we visited, the history and the driver. This tour is definitely worth taking. As a traveler be prepared. Bring your own personal flat sheet for the hotel rooms. Understand that this tour is fast-paced with long back to back days of traveling on the bus. Once home, you will need a few days of doing nothing to recover. Don't take this tour with with the mindset, that Ireland and Scotland have business practices similar to what you find in the US. They don't. Their way of life is different and this is perfectly fine. Do not have expectations and all will be right with the world.

Deborah Heston

This is a great tour! Ireland and Scotland! We had the best tour guide John...he went out of his way to make this tour very memorable. He was a funny, witty, and most of all kind by accommodating the needs of the people on the tour. Jon is an asset to the company.He will be missed and to all of us on the tour he was family! We all had such a wonderful experience!

Julie Brunscheon

Our My Ireland Tour of Scotland and Ireland was an amazing experience and far exceeded our expectations! The history and beauty of the countries and the kindness of the people we met made it a very special vacation, but what made it most memorable was our tour guide and driver, Pat Prendergast. He has an amazing memory and made the history come alive for us. He also has a wonderful sense of humor, is kind and patient and has a pleasant and soothing voice - and he sings well also. The bus we traveled in was extremely clean and comfortable and Pat is an excellent driver. We cannot say enough good things about this tour company and will continue to sing its praises to everyone we meet. Thanks for giving us such a wonderful experience!

Karen Peterson

Thank you so much for planning our amazing trip. Tim Horgan was the perfect driver for us. He was knowledgeable and shared information as we traveled and stopped at places he thought we might like. We had a plan yet flexibility to make it our trip. We enjoyed the beauty of Ireland and all the people we met and we could travel without any stress. The accommodations were excellent.

Meg Starbard

We had a fantastic time. This was a well planned trip by My Ireland Tour group. Every detail was taken care of. Garey, our tour guide and driver, was a wealth of information and extremely organized. I will be using your group for my future trips!

Bo Bollinger

Just got back from the Castle tour on My Ireland tour and had a wonderful time Michael our guide was very knowledgeable and had us on time and with the prearranged tickets had no waiting at attractions. Staying in Castles as hotels was great. Very Highly recommend

This was our first bus tour. We decided to try it with MIT and have no regrets. We did a 9 day tour from Dublin and loved every second of it. Gary our driver was courteous, safe, kind, and helpful throughout the tour. Every hotel we stayed at was great, not any issues at all and they were all comfortable and clean. The stops that were made were all perfectly timed and we never had to wait on line to get into any of them. The only thing I wished is that the dinners were a little more diversity. If you want to travel across Ireland without the hassle of driving yourself this is the tour for you. We were also very lucky to have 24 other people on the bus who were wonderful.

Jeff Rissman

What a Great Experience! Our MyIreland tour was perfect. Our Guide/Driver Patrick Carroll was amazing. Not only did we NOT have to stress about driving on the 'wrong' side of the road we had complete freedom to adjust our daily schedule, to for instance visit a ring fort or a holy well if the notion struck us. Along the way Pat provided context, background and hilarious stories. Ireland in May is in bloom, azaleas, rhododendrons, yellow gorse, primrose and more. The people were super friendly and we were able to stay in astounding castles and hotels. It could not have been better!

Robert Shipley

Great 10-day tour. Nice mix of stops, including historic sites and fun stops. The hotels and meals were first class. The bus was comfortable. Garey was a great guide.

Bri Herrman

We had THE most wonderful time on our trip with Harry as our guide! He was so knowledgeable, funny, accommodating, and kind. He also provided us resources after the trip. If I ever get to come back, I hope we're fortunate enough to have Harry as a guide. Ireland is a stunningly beautiful country. What a treasured experience!

Shona Spicer

Ireland is a majic place and the 14 day tour we have just experienced expansive and informative. I love history and the tour met all my expectations. I would have scored 5 however we were a group of 26 with the majority over 65yrs and unfortunately Covid reared it's head. 5 people were confirmed as positive during our tour. I did have some reservations on how this situation was managed to protect the unaffected people on the tour. We were fortunate as our vaccinations were up to date and basically dodged a bullet. A more expansive reminder of company policy on the managment of Covid on tour would have been reassuring. Our Guide Ben was knowledgeable, funny and could sing. We loved his entertainment particularily his parrot jokes! Long may he continue.

Brenda Martinis

If you want to see Scottland and Ireland from top to bottom and experience just about all the places you would want to see, my Ireland Tour is your best bet. Small groups that are cozy and friendly. Our guide was Paddy, and he was great. Very knowledgeable, friendly and has a great sense of humor.

David Queen

Amazing tour with Brian Treanor, absolutely would recommend!

Nathalie Ferron

10 days across Ireland. From the first communications, everything is easy and fluid. Our guide, Garey, was very good - great diverse knowledge and easy to understand. The accommodation offered was of very high quality and the meals included were diverse and plentiful. 26 people on the tour with a 46-seater bus. Everyone could be comfortable. Personally I would have taken more time in almost all the stops but that would have been to the detriment of the number of places visited. Difficult to decide as a dilemma... several stops are with local guides - passionate and very knowledgeable. In short, I am delighted and I consider that I got my money's worth.

My husband and I planned this trip as a 40th wedding anniversary gift to each other. We had an amazing time touring the beautiful country of Ireland with Seamus Keough as our driver and tour guide. He truly was a lot of fun and so knowledgeable. We met some great people in our tour group. We will never forget this pleasant experience and we would definitely recommend My Ireland Tour.

Matthew Moore

Best experience I've ever had. The tour and out guide Don were awesome. The only bad thing about the tour was when it was over. Can't wait to return. Highly recommend.

Mary Jane Heilman

We found this two week Ireland tour to be full of variety and most enjoyable. Our guide Phillip was excellent and a good coach driver as well. We liked having it all inclusive so we didn't have any planning to do. The narrow roads wouldn't have been fun to navigate ourselves, but Phillip handled them like a pro. He told us about a couple options we could add for a price - a traditional Irish song and dance show in Killarney and a sheep dog herding exhibition along the Ring of Kerry. We really enjoyed both extras. The hotels were very comfortable. The hotel dining varied with some less tasty and accommodating than others. The lunches at the pub and Farmhouse were both very tasty and enjoyable. We would highly recommend this tour to any who want to see the entire island while learning its history.

Mike Hendrick

Trip was amazing. Tom,our guide, was great and genuine. Wish we could have stayed longer. Making plans for future tour of Scotland with My Ireland Tour!

Brandon Oswald

We did the Taste of Ireland 6 day tour and have no regrets! It was an awesome experience in large part to our driver/tour guide Seamus. About half of our trip was this tour and this was definitely the highlight of our time in Ireland.

Susan Rissman

We just returned from a 10 day, fully escorted tour of Ireland with our fantastic guide, Patrick. He really made the trip for us, with his easy going sense of humor and knowledge of the Emerald Isle. This is a 'no stress' kind of travel, with Pat doing all the driving and advising us on the best, 'off the beaten path' kind of venues. I can't recommend My Ireland Tours with Patrick highly enough.

Terrific tour. Our driver/guide was 5-Star. Sights and hotels, 1st class. Ireland is a scenic wonderland. Tour company is tops.

Brady Walsh

Overall, the tour was very good. Our tour guide Ben Sullivan did an excellent job and answered our questions, provided insight, was entertaining, and went out of his way to accommodate all and make the tour the best it could be. The hotels we stayed at and the food were all very good. A few days got very long and there was sometimes little time between arriving at the hotels and having to go to dinner. A few stops were not great such as the Chocolate Factory and the Family Farm in Kilkenny, but most were more than expected. Some stops seemed rushed, but in total it was a great tour and a great value and we would definitely recommend it.

Albert Spieldenner

Our My Ireland Tour of Scotland and Ireland was an amazing experience and far exceeded our expectations! The history and beauty of the countries and the kindness of the people we met, made it a very special vacation, but what made it most memorable was our tour guide and driver, Pat Prendergast. He has an amazing memory and made the history come alive for us. He also has a wonderful sense of humor, is kind and patient and has a pleasant and soothing voice - and he sings well also. The bus we traveled in was extremely clean and comfortable and Pat is an excellent driver. We cannot say enough good things about this tour company and will continue to sing its praises to everyone we meet. Thanks for giving us such a wonderful experience!

When my family and I decided to visit Ireland we knew we wanted to take a tour. With the plethora of options, I am glad we decided to tour with My Ireland Tour. Seamus was our tour guide, and he was incredibly knowledgeable and super attentive to all of our needs while keeping us all on schedule. It was an awesome experience to see just a few of the gems the beautiful country of Ireland has to offer, and we would definitely recommend touring with My Ireland Tour to anyone interested, newbies or veterans! Special thanks also to Keith for his stellar communication and for helping us when we needed to switch our tour dates. Thanks again!!

Cathy Cullen-Benson

Our 10 day Ireland tour was perfect. Everything went well. The hotels or castles we stayed at were excellent. The food was fabulous. The schedule was a perfect pace. I liked the size of the bus group which was 25. Our driver John was fantastic. He was an excellent driver, funny, attentive to everyone and very informative.

Alice Walker

Wonderful trip with my Sister! Our tour guide Ben was so fun and knowledgeable! He showed much patience and was a fantastic singer of Irish songs!! He made the tour!!! Thank you Ben!!

This was my first time traveling to Ireland and also on a group tour. I went with my sister for a birthday trip. We were there from May 1st-10th. The weather was perfect with only 1 day of drizzle. Temperature just right for a jacket. It was windy in places but not cold. The group of 25 was very friendly and the bus driver, Sean, was a wealth of knowledge and personality. He made the trip fun, interesting, and engaging. He could not have been any better! The bus was roomy, immaculate, and very comfortable. The hotels were all top notch. Great hot showers, comfy beds, and lots of delicious food! There was a lot of walking but also plenty of time to rest & relax on the bus. A great combination. There was plenty of time to shop for Irish 'woolies' and other treasures! Do not hesitate to book with this company. I wish I could give it more than 5 stars! THANK YOU My Ireland Tour!!

I have to give our recent tour a full five stars. First, nothing went wrong. The hotels were great and all the details were handled well. The coach was new and comfortable. The sites we visited were mind blowing. Castles and ruins and drop dead scenery, countryside, massive cliffs, quaint, cute cottage villages and immense cathedrals. So much history. I am not sure when you book tour if you can pick a tour guide but ours was very good. Karl White was very well organized, informed, and very interesting. I came back having a connection to Ireland that I didn’t have before. I recommend Karl if the timing works. Our MyIreland tour was our first and we are already planning the next.

Kelly Miller

This was our first tour experience and it was absolutely wonderful. We saw so much in such a short period of time, yet it never felt rushed. We had a perfect balance of plans and free time where we got to explore the things that interested us most. The activities that were organized for us went very smoothly without lines or waiting. We travel a lot and have always been hesitant to do an organized tour, but this one was perfect.

Sheryl Maiello

The tour was awesome. No complaints. Tom, our tour director/driver made it a very memorable holiday. He was fantastic. The accommodations and meals were very good. The sites we visited were remarkable and memorable. Thank you Tom for being such a good tour guide. Thank you My Ireland Tour Company......we will booking another trip very soon.

Mark Landry

TOM LAVIN, TOM LAVIN, TOM LAVIN!!!! OUR TRIP WAS UNBELIEVABLE AND I FEEL IT WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN THE SAME WITHOUT TOM AT THE HELM. 26 TOURIST AT THE BEGINNING OF OUR 10 DAY TOUR BECAME 26 FRIENDS/COMRADES!!

April Equitz

We would highly recommend My Ireland Tours. We just returned from the 8 day Iconic Scenes of Ireland tour. Our tour was educational, comfortable, and beautiful. A big thank you to our tour guide, Harry who made everything run seamlessly and was full of insights and humor.

What an amazing experience! From start to finish, My Ireland Tours was top notch! It was our first time on an extended guided bus tour, and we are so glad we did it. There is no way we could have learned so much about Ism sad if we had done it on our own. Keith was so helpful and responsive throughout the booking process and beyond. Colm was the quintessential driver/ host. His knowledge of Ireland and its history was incredible; it was as if he were a walking encyclopedia! He really made the trip so fun and special for us. We also had an amazing group of people on the tour (26 of us). We highly recommend this tour!

Art Whetstone

Great tour and great guide. Great venues and good pace. No really early starts or ends of day. Meals were all good quality. Hotels were well selected and in good locations with easy access to other local venues.

Brad Gibson

Just returned from the Ancient Ireland Mini-Group tour with driver/guide David Breen. When asked by friends what the highlight of the trip was, my wife and I replied having David as our guide made the trip outstanding. He provides detailed insights into the areas we visit but also the social and economic environment in Ireland. Being on the minivan, we could easily converse with David as he drove us around the country, and he would answer any question we asked. The tour itself was a very good overview of the country of Ireland. Staying two nights at Ballynahinch was fantastic.

We had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed the insight and wit of our guide, Harry.

Sheila Johnson

Our 8 day tour of Ireland was absolutely wonderful! Harry was a great tour guide. He had so much knowledge of every place we went. Harry was so kind, funny, thoughtful of our bathroom needs, and all needs, and just plain wonderful! The tour was perfect. Ireland is a beautiful country with so much history. I am so glad we chose your company to introduce us to this beautiful country. Thank you My Ireland Tour and Harry Fisher!!

Ashley Hudgins

We had a great time on our Ireland tour! Harry was wonderful and so knowledgeable about Irish history and culture. Will definitely be booking another tour, perhaps the Scotland and GB tour next. The hotels and food were absolutely incredible, I cannot recommend this experience enough!

My Ireland Tour did not disappoint. Our tour guide Colm was full of information, stories, and laughs. We also had an amazing group on our bus. Best way to see Ireland!

Alexis Marie

My husband and I absolutely loved our time in Ireland! We were there from 4/15-4/24 and decided to do the 10 day iconic scenes tour. Colm was our guide and driver and he completely knocked it out of the park with his witty humor, broad knowledge, and kind nature. Since there is lots to see and do, there is a lot of driving, however, Colm was always making clever jokes, telling us stories, as well as sharing historical facts about almost everything we passed by. At the larger attractions, we were given 2-3 hours to explore by ourselves which we loved. My husband and I love to explore so it was nice having time to do our own thing and if we had any questions when we got back, Colm was always happy to indulge us. Pick up and drop off transfers went smoothly and there was never a moment where we felt nervous or unsafe. Our favorites include all of the castles and historical sites, cliffs of Moher, and Killarney! Around 4 pm average, we were taken back to the hotel and allowed time to wander around the town if we wanted. Colm always encouraged us to explore our surroundings when we were done with the daily tour. Our favorite highlight was hiking around Killarney National Park (something we did on our own time). Every single local we met was so kind and welcoming and the food was amazing! Highly recommend this tour!

Sophia Choulos

April 2024  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My mom and I had a fantastic vacation in Ireland. Ray, our driver and guide was awesome! He was professional, knowledgeable and a safe driver. Since it was only two of us on the tour, Ray was very good at providing additional information at each point of interest, as well as giving us options for sites or lunch in each town/village. When we return to Ireland, we will definitely book through My Ireland Tour!

melissa rios

We had Harry for our tour guide and he was nothing short of amazing! He kept up laughing and entertained for 8 days straight! My Ireland Tours was worth every single penny!!

Seamus, From My Ireland Tour was an exceptionally knowlegeable tour guide, wise teacher, world class driver. He is Ireland. Smart, kind ,witty. Very attentive to all of our needs,he made us feel safe and informed as we visited Guinness, Blarney, Galway, Wicklow and more. I am an American of Irish descent, and this was my first trip to Ireland. I was fortunate to grow up with Irish parents and a family that was proud of their heritage and told so many stories as I grew up. Ireland is a beautiful treasure. Dublin is a perfect city in every way. The climate is oceanic, and can be at once Misty and mysterious…sunny and giddy..windy and wise. It really is a magical place to be. Erin Go Bragh ! ps. check out Dolans Pub in Limerick for some Irish Craic

My wife and I took the 14-day tour with Pat. This guy was a wealth of information. met many new friends and enjoyed the beautiful scenery of Scotland and Ireland. Definitely will recommend it to friends and family.

Rita Herrman

I cannot recommend this tour company enough. Our driver, Seamus, was fantastic -- full of history of the areas we visited and also adding day in the lifediscussions of what it is like to live in Ireland. The tour is well-paced, with plenty of group activities and a balance of on your own time. Five stars are not enough!

Aleah Tyrcha

There are simply not enough words for describe our experience with My Ireland Tours. We were taken care of from start to finish and were able to check off so many bucket list items. Seamus was an absolute gem and I cannot thank him enough for his organization, random tidbits of information , and professionalism. He looked out for us and ensured we all had the information we needed. I highly recommend this company to anyone and will to everyone in my life looking to come to Ireland.

Our recent trip to Ireland was wonderful from start to finish. We had a lovely group of family along which was a pure delight. But the key to our overall pleasure was our tour driver, Mick Keaton. He was knowledgable, agreeable, and a skilled driver. But best of all was his keen sense of Irish humor. He had us all laughing, dispite some awful winds, etc. I highly recommend him to any and all who are planning a try to the gorgeous Emerald Island. God bless you Mick

greg and michele littrell

Just returned home from our “My Ireland Tour”-- this was an absolutely fantastic experience for all of us! Everything about our trip was wonderful! The bus was lovely, clean and comfortable, the scheduled tours were terrific— but most of all, it was our tour guide and driver Mick Keane who truly made our Ireland days special! Mick was an amazingly skilled driver who kept us safe through all kinds of weather and road conditions. He was always right on time, and absolutely brilliant and fun! Mick is bank of knowledge and humor, he kept us learning and laughing throughout our whole trip. We were thankful to have met Mick, and so very happy we chose 'My Ireland Tour'— a first class experience from beginning (Kristel is fabulous!) to the end— we were sad to leave.

Raymond J Blondeau

I'm not a huge fan of bus tours. I took this one begrudgingly at the wives behest, but this has been one of the vacation pearls of my life. Our tour guide, Tom, is top notch. If you've not been to Ireland before, Then this is the essential trip to take through the Republic. I'm not easily impressed, hence why I don't like bus trips, BUT, This was spot on. Great hotels, The essence of all that is Ireland, And a top guide (Tom).

Betty Goodnight

My Ireland Tour was absolutely amazing with everything from the planning to the actual trip. The only thing I didn't like was having to say goodbye! Our guide, John, was the GREATEST!! He was knowledgeable and passionate about Ireland and also very welcoming and so funny! I felt like we were family by the 2nd day! Thank you, John, for taking the time to make our trip the absolute best it could have been. We will be in touch soon to plan our next trip over.

March 2024  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We planned a ambitious adventure with a group of 42 travelers. Spending 8 days traveling from Belfast to Derry and down to Galway before returning to Dublin. The support and resources from My Ireland Tours was exceptional. Our tour guide Pat Prendergast could not have been more knowledgable or helpful. Shout out to Krystel for her guidance. 5 start all the way. Thanks for creating a trip of a lifetime for all our guests.

Mary Zenzola

Wonderful trip with mix of visiting larger cities, small towns and amazing stops at Cliffs of Moher, Giant Causeway and Glenveagh National park. Our driver/guide, Ger Murphy, was kind, knowledgeable and a great sense of humor. Hotels were very nice and in ideal locations. We all enjoyed the trip!

Highly recommend My Ireland Tour! My husband and my two sons (age 15 and 21) had a great time (despite the weather). While we did spend a lot of time on the bus, the ease of being driven place to place with easy access to all the sights was worth it. Loved that tour group was 26 people but we used a 52 passenger bus. Seamus, our driver and guide was great.

Amber Pepper

Loved the driver and the destinations. Wish we had more time at each stop. Some excursions seemed very rushed. Really only had time to get out, stretch legs, and find a restroom at a few places. As for the bus, it was very comfortable overall. Avoid telling passengers to 'not use the restroom unless it's an emergency'. It made some of us feel, well, pressured. Both hotels were lovely, and our group enjoyed having a restaurant at each hotel in which to relax at the end of long days. Please consider informing travelers in advance of points of interest at each stop. There were times when we got off the bus and felt a little lost, like, 'where should we go', and 'what's the best use of our time here?' Mostly we ended up walking around aimlessly, finding a pub to pee in, and then getting back on the bus.

Regina Brannan

Our tour was absolutely amazing! It was everything we hoped for our family had the best time and made memories to that we will cherish. Our tour Seamus was informative and so courteous he made our trip so enjoyable. From the Blarney Stone, to Galway City , to Ring of Kerry and Cliffs of Mohr we loved every minute and can't wait to go again!

ian ferguson

We just got back from a short but fantastic tour. Everything was well planned and as described...except for the weather. :) Shannon answered all of our questions before the trip and our driver, Seamus, was great too. The other people on the tour were fun and I appreciated that the bus is only 50% full so you can easily move around. The tour was a good selection of different activities and while we would have liked a little more time in some places we never felt rushed. We would love to go back and would absolutely choose another My Ireland Tour.

December 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Having been on other tours, I can say this one is absolutely 5 stars. Our tour guide Sean was first class all the way; he is a fantastic historian with a near photographic memory, it seems. All the accommodations were terrific; they go above and beyond, truly giving you your money's worth.

Nichole La May

October 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Ireland had been on my husband and my bucket list for over a decade. This tour was a dream come true and even more. Our amazing guide was Paddy O'Farrell and he was top shelf! We saw so many exquisitely stunning places and learned the deep history of Ireland and Scotland. The bus had plenty of space to spread out. Hotels were nice, especially Eske Castle and Dromhall in Killarney. If you want to truly experience Ireland and have an emotional connection to it's past and present, this is a must do!! Highly, highly recommend!!

It was a fabulous invigorating trip. We highly recommended the tour of Scotland and Ireland. Paddy was a wealth of knowledge and kept us enthralled with his knowledge of history relating to the two countries. I would suggest a map of our tour to be given to participants. This may seem old school however it would have been beneficial to see where we were going and where we had been once home. Thanks to My Ireland Tour for your amazing service.

Mike Renzoni

We recently returned from a great tour of Galway, Killarney area and Dublin in late September 2023. John McSweeney was our driver and he made the trip very relaxing and educational. I couldn't imagine this past trip without him or future ones. Couldn't recommend My Ireland Tour or John higher.

Pattie Curtis

Just returned from our 10-day tour! Our guide, Tom, was the BEST! His expertise on all things Ireland, his wit, and his superior driving skills all contributed to a wonderful adventure. All communications with Shannon were exceptional, as well. We LOVED Ireland, and hope to return one day.

Janet Kulawiak

We were on a 13 day tour of Ireland with our friends and our driver Tim Horgan. The trip was very well planned for us by My Ireland Tour. We seen all that we wanted to and really enjoyed having Tim to do the driving for us on the narrow and busy roads so that we could enjoy the scenery. The hotels were all 4 star and even spent some nights in a hunting lodge and castle. This was a very memorable trip for us. Thank you My Ireland Tour. Thank you, Tim, for the wonderful time and taking care of us.

Gary Kenney

We were so fortunate to find My Ireland Tour for our 2-week tour of Ireland. Their Tour Guide, Tim Horgan was personable, knowledgeable, experienced, friendly, helpful, and attentive to our needs. Tim provided so much for us during our trip I can't imagine doing and seeing all that we did without him. All four of our party are thrilled with sites, events, hotels, and transportation.

Bertie Gatton

My husband and I truly had a fantastic time .... Our driver, Tony, was amazing ... he was so informative and helpful in so many ways. He really catered to us, and we were greatly appreciative. The trip was wonderful but having Tony as a guide made it even better.

Patti Ritchie

We had the most amazing time on our family adventure. Our guide Peter Kelly could not have been any better! Always teaching us things along the way. He made sure we always had what we needed and made everything run so smoothly! He added extra stops at waterfalls and side trips for shopping! My Irleand organized everything so efficiently. They had a back hotel ready when our ferry was delayed. We will definitely be recommending them!

This was a whirlwind tour of Scotland and Ireland. Walking in history with Pat's indepth narration brought the people and places to life. The lodging and meals were as expected. The Castle stay was an unexpected treat. Coming from the desert, the overwhelming green country side and water, water everywhere will last until my next visit.

My husband and I loved our trip. Our guide, Tom, was the BEST. He was knowledgeable about all of the areas we travelled to and liked to slip a little humor in to keep things fun. He really took care of our group and made sure we were all able to experience as much as we could while still giving us some time to explore.

Denise Dalsheim

Great sites. A little exhausting moving so often. The second hotel was horrible on food service. We started dinner at 6:30 and was not finished until 9:00 because of slow service. Emman was a great tour guide.

Abby Cassell

The tour was amazing! Coordination before and during the trip was excellent and everything was very enjoyable. Don was very informative and funny. He kept us informed of our schedule frequently and tweaked the schedule so we had more time in certain locations. He also helped coordinate two additional activities. I would definitively book again!

I had been wanting to get overseas for several years and finally decided to just do it. My Ireland Tour was amazing, as far as how easy everything was to set up. I went solo, so it took the pressure off having to figure out all the transportation and lodging. What I also liked was that after doing activities/seeing sites with the group, you had a bit of free time to take off on your own. Don, our tour guide, was very informative and funny as well.

Wilma Springett

Fantastic tour for a whistle stop tour of Ireland. The hotels were upscale of the usual tour accommodation and the bus was comfortable and very clean. The tour guide/driver Philip could not have done more to make sure we had everything we needed and even managed to sing us a couple of lovely Irish songs. I highly recommend this tour company.

Nina Vlasov

After reading all of the 5 -star reviews, there is nothing more I can add except my own quick version: AWESOME, SPECTACULAR, INCREDIBLE, SHOW-STOPPING, STUPENDOUS.....ALL THE WORDS!!! I just wish there was another star to check.

This was my first time traveling Solo and My Ireland Tours planned and executed this trip to perfection. From the details provided on their website, to my first contact and every subsequent communication leading up to my departure. This trip was Fantastic, and everything worked out seamlessly. My Ireland Tours specializes in expert-led cultural and iconic tours around Ireland as well as Scotland. The group size was small (26ppl), the accommodations were very nice, and the planned meals were tasty. Our professional Guide and Driver, Tom Lavin, was amazing - passionate, educational, engaging, and amusing. The schedule was well-planned, mixing relaxation time with action and not-to-be-missed opportunities to visit locally owned businesses. The travelers are clearly at the center of itinerary planning, and attention to detail is unparalleled. My 25 other traveling companions, 9 of which were also Solo travelers, in my group were wonderful. We started off as strangers but quickly formed bonds that will last for many years to come. Their friendship and comradery truly added to the enjoyment of the Tour. I highly recommend My Ireland Tours to anybody looking for an enjoyable, relaxing, informative vacation with good meals where all the details are handled for you - they will not disappoint! For my fellow travelers: May the sun shine warm upon your face, The rains fall soft upon your fields, And, until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Excellent tour. We saw so many interesting places. And our tour guide provided lots of background information. The castle hotels were all excellent and the food was great. I highly recommend My Ireland Tour!

Lindsay Dixson

This trip was beautiful. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and just the right level of friendly. He know when to share his knowledge and when to let us sleep lol. This was a very action packed tour. Wish we would have had a little more time in each place. But it was timed almost perfectly.

DurtyBudgie

The best tour of my life! Harry was such a fantastic tour guide and driver. We did the 10 day iconic tour. My friend and I went as singles and we had fantastic hotel rooms, wonderful food and above all else the tours were amazing. We are going again as soon as possible. We Highly recommend!!!! Don't hesitate to use this fantastic company.

Janice Copeman

I have travelled to Ireland before, but have always been hesitant of arranged tours, Not anymore !!! Liam was amazing, and so informative. I was sad when the tour was over, every detail from food, lodging and experiences was top notch. Anyone looking to experience Ireland, Scotland and wherever else My Ireland Tour takes you, you won't regret it

Nancy-Ann Merka

Our tour was absolutely phenomenal. Ireland is gorgeous and the greenest place in the planet. I would highly recommend My Ireland Tour. It will be money and time well spent. You will not regret your choice. The sites, the timing, the accommodations, the staff, the drivers, and the people of Ireland are incredibly friendly. This will be a trip you will talk about for years. I'm definitely going back and I am definitely using My Ireland Tour again.

We just returned from a great tour of Scotland. We had used My Ireland Tour a few years ago to tour Ireland, and it was such a terrific tour when 14 of us decided to do a tour of Scotland it was an easy decision to use this company again. Planning was incredibly easy. All the hotels we stayed at were very comfortable and located in the best of places. The sights we saw will never be forgotten. Perhaps the best part of the tour was our guide, George. He was very knowledge and really showed us the best of sights, even making changes when needed based on whether conditions. I would definitely recommend this company for any tour you may be thinking about.

Sabrina Grinstead

This was the vacation of a lifetime. This was our anniversary trip, and it honestly couldn't have been any better. Beautiful scenery, comfortable historic accommodations, amazing sites to visit and great food. We had the absolute best tour guide. Colm provided entertainment and education as he drove us through the Irish Countryside. History lessons, local color, and jokes that had the whole bus rolling with laughter. Highly recommend and would do over in a heartbeat.

Adam Samolewski

Don the tour guide and drive was great. He got us to every place safely and was funny and gave so much info. All included was great that did not have to spend extra money. The breakfast and dinners were large and good choices. We covered the must see spots around the country. Would recommend others to do the 14 day tour. Hotels were also very nice.

Bekah Holder

Our tour guide John was great! Very knowledgeable and really catered the tour to our groups needs and wants. Would definitely recommend :)

Jill Marshall

My husband and I just returned from My Ireland Tour. We were scheduled for a one week tour in Scotland and a one week tour in Ireland. John Dennany was an excellent driver and tour guide. Unfortunately we had to leave the tour early due to an illness. John took us to the emergency room and later came back and brought us our bags. At this point we decided to leave the tour and fly back home. John made sure we had everything we needed before he returned back to the tour. We could not ask for a better tour guide, he was genuinely concerned about our welfare. We wish your company had a hundred more just like John. He was the best!

Chelsea Devereaux

We had such a lovely time on our tour. The process with My Ireland Tour was easy and straightforward. The route was beautiful and full of so much history. We loved all of the stops along the way. The bus was comfortable and a great way to get all over Ireland without worrying about driving. Our tour guide Tom was so kind and helpful. We truly adored him and said we would go back if we knew he'd be our guide.

Ron Mayhorn

Overall we'd. rate our tour 4.7/5 stars. Our tour guides (Pat and David) were absolutely phenomenal. They were knowledgeable, friendly and flexible. Our accommodations were great, lovely rooms except Clontarf Castle in Dublin the rooms were quite small. Food and service was excellent although the night waitstaff at Ballyseede could have been a bit more cordial. Our top rated hotel would hands down be Ballynahinch (5/5 for everything there). An incredible amount of territory was covered in 8 days I wouldn't change the destinations however at times it felt like we were 'racing' to get to our next destination. On day 7 we had to omit one of our stops it was too far distant in order to arrive at our Dublin hotel in time. In general a wonderful tour and tour company I would highly recommend to anyone particularly if it's your first time to Ireland and also if you desire a private tour. The price was reasonable and competitive.

Deborah Grayson

Our driver, John, was absolutely delightful. He was so fun and informative. The hotels we stayed in were so elegant. We had a wonderful tour of the Scottish and Irish countryside. We visited so many castles and learned so much of the history in both countries. I would highly recommend MyIrelandTour to anyone who wants a fabulous tour of Ireland and Scotland.

We chose the 14 day Ireland tour and had a wonderful time! Making the circle around Ireland showed us so much about the history, similarities, and differences of the Irish. Our driver/guide, Ben, added so much to the trip! Hearing everything, including stories, songs (Ben has a lovely voice), jokes, and limericks, from a native Irishman made the experience more complete. I would highly recommend this tour.

Sue Godfrey Baker

The tour was rigorous and exceptional simultaneously. Our tour guide (Mark) was knowledgeable and objective and brought the complicated and harrowing history of Ireland to life. Mark, both drove the bus, shared the history and discussed a myriad of local experiences which added humour to the tour. The tour, from booking to completion was flawless in its organization and efficiency. Accommodation was superlative as was the cuisine. Why I gave a 4 star rating: If you are vegetarian, beware your planned dinners offer no main vegetarian options. All the mains were meat, chicken and fish, that is until we got to The K Club on the last day of the tour. Also, more time to explore on our bus stops would have been ideal but time did not permit. In summary, an informative trip and sample of Ireland's history, beautiful landscapes and people. A return to Ireland in the future? Absolutely!

Stuart Swain

A wonderful trip. We really enjoyed our driver / Guide Eamon. An authentic Irishman with all the stories and jokes you could imagine. Yes, I would recommend!

Just returned from the 10 day Ireland Tour with Tony McGoey who absolutely made this trip!!! Met some great people, saw some amazing places and shared many, many laughs with Tony. An easy paced tour with a great guide. Couldn't be happier!!! Already looking at my calendar for a return trip.

ApparentChimp30

My Ireland Tours Our party of eight embarked on a private luxury 16 passenger bus tour of Ireland. This was our first time traveling this way as we usually plan and drive ourselves. Claire worked with us to design our tour and was very patient with our many questions and very flexible and prompt as we tweaked our itinerary even more as our trip drew near. The breathtakingly beautiful country came alive to us as we began in Dublin and traveled counter clockwise around the southern part of Ireland. Pat, our driver, was extremely knowledgeable about Ireland's history, geography, culture, and music. He answered our many questions in his charming Irish brogue, sang lovely Irish songs, and recited a few limericks as we traveled through Limerick. He was timely, kind, informative as to how long between stops, and recommended delicious and fun places to eat in the various towns that we found ourselves in. The hotels were lovely and most times we stayed at least two nights so we didn't feel like we were constantly “resettling” . We had one issue with the air conditioning in our bus but it was switched out quickly for another one. We came to love this vibrant and striking country through Pat and My Ireland Tours and I would highly recommend them!

September 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This 14 day Ireland excursion on September 9, 2023 with 'My Ireland Tour' was exceptional. Our tour guide/driver, Harry Fisher, was the reason that this tour 'floated on air.' He was with us every step of the way, from the fantastic breakfasts to the fabulous dinners at these 5 star hotels. Harry ensured everything ran smoothly, verifying our scheduled tours and stops every step of the way. Visiting Ireland's many Castles, Seaside Cliffs and Cathedrals, Harry went above and beyond, eliciting pertinent information on the the history and the notable people associated with each and every locale punctuated with his humorous stories and sayings. He also played traditional Irish music recordings and other relevant historical recordings on the coach as we traveled. We were spot on-time for every planned excursion which are all included with our fabulous tour. We were extremely lucky to have a fantastic group of fellow travelers and great weather! This was absolutely the best European tour we have been on. We will remember it always. Rick and Janet MacDowell

Brad Grinstead

The best guided tour ever! Colm, our driver and guide, took us through 10000 years of Irish history while stopping at some of the most famous sites in middle Ireland. The accommodations were terrific, the food was amazing, and the jokes...I don't think I've ever laughed so much on a bus. Colm was an amazing guide, highly recommend. When you book, and you really should, ask for him by name. You will not be disappointed!

Lynne Smith

What a fantastic tour we had with My Ireland Tour company! Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland should be on your next to-do travel list with this team. Our small group of 26 was a perfect size; plus travelling in a large coach provided lots of empty seats to choose from. All seven hotels that we stayed in, five were two-nighters, had excellent food and amenities. Weather was warm and sunny for the most part so not all rain like you may have heard. Our awesome driver/guide, Harry Fisher, shared many stories that led us through the island's history, past and present. With his sense of humour, attention to detail, plus a couple of surprises stops that he included during the tour, he made this special trip a very memorable one for my husband and I. Keith in the office was quick answering all our emails and questions and even arranged surprises with the hotels to help us celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary! All in all, a wonderful team to take with you when you travel! Slainté

Gayle Garber

The nine day castle tour of Ireland for four of us was full of history, magnificent places to stay, time for walks in beautiful country, and friendly approachable people. The planning was exact, the communication with Catriona timely and always pleasant. Brian, our guide, was a gem. Two of us came down with covid, but with Brian's guidance, we were able to work around this obstacle. I would recommend 'My Ireland Tour' without hesitation.

Harvey Kornbluth

Many thanks to Kristel for arranging a wonderful family vacation tour of Ireland for our group. We provided a desired itinerary and Kristel was able to make it work. I think I speak for the group when I say we had a wonderful time! There were 10 of us, and we spent 10 days in Ireland. All the hotels were outstanding, and our driver/guide Lorraine was such a pleasure to work with. She was able to meet our diverse requests with no problems at all, and was always pleasant and accommodating (even in the midst of some pretty hectic traffic!) . Some of our tour are still travelling, but I wanted to send this to you to thank you for enabling us to make lifelong memories.

This was the most wonderful tour I have ever been on. Mark was our guide and made sure we didn't miss a thing! The food was great, the adventures were fantastic, and scenery was stunning!.

Tena Callahan

The 7-day My Ireland Tour left me with very pleasant memories of the people we met, the places we visited, the food we ate and the beauty of Ireland. Our driver/guide, Colm Clarke, did not disappoint for a moment. I recommend My Ireland Tours and will use then again when I return. And I shall return.

We joined with a couple of friends for a 10-day bus tour in Ireland August 20-30, 2023. We were picked up at the airport in Dublin and taken to our first hotel. We had a wonderful trip. Our guide and bus driver was Toney McCoy. He is a terrific guide and very knowledgeable in the Irish history. We learned a lot from him. Not only is he very knowledgeable but he can also tell fun stories and sing. I only wish he could write down some of his stories and fun telling jokes to publish. Our tour went counter clockwise of the southern part of Ireland. We saw Clonmacnoise a fascinating historical site, we stopped by a local chocolate factory at Hazel mountain, and later a local crystal factory, Kylemore Abby in Connemara, and Dunguaire castle in Kinvarra. Our trip continued around the beautiful landscape of the Burren, Cliffs of Moher and the Ring of Kerry. We had a stop at the Blind piper pub for a delicious lunch. On our way we also tasted Jameson Whisky and later on Guinness in Dublin. We enjoyed a traditional farm house lunch that was excellent. We had an opportunity to visit Red Fox pub for the best Irish coffee. Our tour also took us to the Blarney Castle and we stopped to shop at the Blarney Wolleen Mills. We had a very short stop in Kinsale of 1 1/2 hour. I would have liked to have at least 3 hours here. It is very small town but a lot to see and do. Before returning to Dublin we visited an Irish National Stud stable, and in Dublin the Irish emigration museum which was excellent. We also made a visit to the Christ Church Cathedral in Dublin which dates back 1000 years. On our last night with the tour we enjoyed and evening at the Merry Ploughboy Pub for entertainment with song and dance and a excellent meal. When our tour ended we had two additional nights before returning home so we could also get to see the Book of Kells and have some more time to enjoy Dublin.

We were a party of 3 for the Iconic Ireland Tour, a senior couple and our teenage grandson to celebrate his school graduation. We unanimously agreed that the trip was a great experience for all of us. We had chosen My Ireland Tour company for this trip because of it being a family-run business out of County Cork, and due to their excellent on-line reviews. This trip did not disappoint and was everything that was advertised. From the Welcome and the timely pick-up at the airport, to the day of drop off for return home, we were impressed. They trully warrant a 5-Star rating. The selection of sites we viewed and/or visited were a good mix of urban and rural spots, with appropriate breaks from riding to walking/sight-seeing. Food options, as part of the tour or on our own, were excellent. The accommodations were consistently comfortable, with well-organized check-in. Room keys for the two rooms that we had booked were already assigned and immediately available upon arrival, making it efficient and easy to settle into our respective rooms. Baggage handling was timely and seamlessly handled by the hotel staff. What makes or breaks any tour, however, is the capacity and professionalism of the tour guide and driver. All 26 of us on the tour appreciated our Tour Guide, Tony McGoey. He was knowledgeable. He was funny. He shared his love of his beautiful country, and its music, with us. Tony was a good host. He was very personable and hospitable, making us feel that we were his guests and his good friends. For us, Tony's extensive knowledge of Irish history was so important to the whole tour. We came away with a much better understanding of Ireland, its people and their history. Not in a lecture, but in insightful learning. Thank you, Tony!

איתן בורשטיין

My little experience as a participant in organized tours (since 1964, three hours to reach Athens from TLV by a constellation type airplane) and 24 years of serving as a guide give me a good basis to judge a tour. The too short My Ireland Tour was a complete success.The personal treatment given before it began by Shannon was of excellent augur. My wife, Christine and me experience a marvelous trip guided and driven by the most affectionate and multifaceted Ben Sulivan. The itinerary was perfect,the two days in Dublin revived memories of James Joyce classic read for the first time in Hebrew) the small group was sympathetic ,what else we can wish except less rains ,but this this is the charm of the land of the the clover (botanic Trifollium)........ THODA RABA (in Hebrew lot of thanks). Christine & Eitan,Tel Aviv, Israel who will drink a good whiskey single malt for your sake !

Erika Velte

Our experience with My Ireland Tours was phenomenal. Our entire tour was curated to our personal interests and needs, and our driver-guide Patrick was genuine, kind, and knowledgeable. By the time our ten days were up, we felt we were leaving old friends behind. We will definitely be back to visit beautiful Ireland with this company again. A special Thank You to Catriona and Patrick.

Lance Monson

We have used My Ireland for two tours now, our most recent one just wrapped up and we could not be happier with the tour. The locations were amazing, and the accommodations were stunning. We don't want to take anything away from our past tour guide Tony (whom we just adore.) Brian was incredible, he manages to balance schedules, individual needs and crack dad jokes for 10 days effortlessly. Thank you so much Brian, you made the trip that much better. If you are considering touring Ireland, you cannot go wrong with My Ireland Tours

Brooke Monson

This was our second tour with MyIrelandTours and we are so incredibly happy we went. Everything was amazing, our tour guide, Brian, was an absolute gem and made the tour so special for us. We love this country and love learning about its rich history and wonderful people. Can't wait to go back again

Carrie OConnell

I have to admit I was a bit skeptical taking a group tour on a bus. I am beyond impressed with our trip! Our Guide Harry was outstanding! He went above and beyond to make our tour comfortable, fun, informative and personal. Ireland is breathtaking and hands down one of the friendliest countries I've visited. I highly recommended MyIreland tours! We will definitely be back!

Chris NeJame

What a wonderful experience we had in Ireland. Ireland was not originally on our 'Must See' list and boy were were WRONG!!! Our tour guide, driver, and all around amazing man, Harry made our tour complete unforgettable. He was funny, informative and very, very knowledgeable about all the various locations. The other thing that made the tour a complete pleasure was the booking and contact with Shauni and the rest of the team prior to our actual tour. They answered questions and made the booking process stress free! We will definitely be looking into other tours with My Ireland Tour!!!

My 14 day My Ireland tour was absolutely the best tour I have been on. It was well planned and well executed by our wonderful driver/guide, Pat. He was so knowledgeable about everything, history, geography, particular sites etc. The sights were perfectly planned and the timing of everything was spot on. There were no long periods on the bus and Pat always let us know how long it would be before a break. I am so impressed with My Ireland Tours. Thank you so much.

blanca wakeland

This was the most memorable trip! I've never had a tour guide bring a City and Country to life like Michael Coleman. Excellent job, Michael! This trip was a celebration of 20 years of marriage, and it just so happened to include my birthday; I couldn't have asked for more. The accommodations and gourmet meals were beyond 5 stars. The tour bus was comfortable, clean, with plenty of leg room. I highly recommend using My Ireland Tours to anyone planning a trip to Ireland.

Carolyn Mahy

What a fantastic tour company and a wonderful trip. All the details of the trip were top drawer and our tour guide, Tom, really added so much to the whole experience. And the castle hotels were magical. We had a great experience.

Susan Welsh

This was a Bucket-list trip for me, and it certainly exceeded my expectations. George, our tour guide was extremely informative, and he provided us with background information about the history of Ireland. We made several unscheduled stops, such as the sheep farm and beautiful areas for pictures. Also, George was attuned to the needs of the group, ensuring that he stopped at locations with facilities, and providing us opportunities for us to stretch our legs after NO LONGER than 2 hours sitting. I would highly recommend this trip. There was a lot of walking and steps, but for those not capable of walking or taking too many steps, there was still plenty of things to do and see!

Madison OConnell

I can't say enough good things about our tour. Harry (our bus driver/tour guide) was extremely attentive. On the last day we were supposed to see the Blarney Stone in the afternoon but he had done some investigating and found out a cruise ship was also going to be there around the same time. So he suggested we wake up early and go and I couldn't believe how getting up 30 mins earlier made such a difference!! We only waited 20 mins to kiss the stone but when we walked out the line was already passed the one hour mark. Harry was informative and always took the scenic route even when it wasn't convenient. I definitely recommend this company to anyone that wants to see Ireland.

Paula Fleming

This is was the first organised trip my husband and I have been on. We usually drive ourselves. We had so much fun. Tour was very well organised and Harry our bus driver/ tour guide was terrific. We will definitely look at booking another tour.

Susan Crowe

Colum was our guide and he has the gift of gab! We learned Irish history, heard hilarious tales and music. The tour is comprehensive while being relaxed. No rush, just fun and education. The accommodations were wonderful, the meals excellent and often enough that a snack was all we needed between. Our group was bonded by rhe end. Colum is a very competent driver and was also calm and respectful of other drivers. I felt safe and cared for at all times. I would go anywhere with My Ireland Tour.

Tom Canales

Just returned from our 10-Day My Ireland Tour. It was an adventure we will never forget. The scenery, the camaraderie among our fellow tour members, the food, the venues, and last but not least our awesome drive/guide Austin McCardle, who's passion for and knowledge of Irish history along with his humor enlivened and enlightened everywhere we visited. Thanks so much!

Paul Gillespie

On behalf of Mary Beth and Myself, we wanted to share our experience with My Ireland Tours. Full disclosure, this is the second time we have used Eric and My Ireland Tours. Last time was 9 years ago. It was a 5 out of 5 then and it is a 5 out of 5 now. The planning, execution and price point are great. Our driver, Ben Sullivan, was the best. Prompt, courteous and full of knowledge about his home - Ireland. We learned so much. Thank you Ben and Thank you Eric. We will be back.

Helen Maddix

This was a wonderful trip! Austin, our tour guide/bus driver was so knowledgeable about Ireland and told great stories. The scenery was breath taking. We had full days but plenty of time to rest. There were lots of different places to visit.The only 'bad' thing I would say is that the food at the hotels wasn't that great.

Julie Semler

My husband, myself and 2 best friends had THE best experience of Ireland in August on our tour, and our wonderful driver and guide Tony played a huge part in our experience. Tony was a wealth of information and we enjoyed every stop along the way. We four Australians highly recommend My Ireland Tours, you will have a fabulous time exploring the beauty of the Emerald Isle.

Great trip. The drivers were knowledgeable and friendly, all the destinations where interesting and the hotels were good to excellent.

Jacalyn Eberhart

Loved our first visit to Ireland, so much so, that we are now thinking of making another trip to Northern Ireland. Our guide, Joe Pigott, treated us like family and we had the most enjoyable 7 days with him. It was too short and we wanted more. It was full of laughter, banter, and fun. He is a skilled driver and best of guides. Ireland has so much to offer.....it is a hidden jewel.

Ellies Watanabe

Nancy Garbedian

My sister and three other friends enjoyed 10 full days of seeing and learning about Ireland. Harry Fisher was our tour guide and he was very knowledgeable about Ireland. Had a great sense humor and accomodated us with all our requests. 26 people was a nice number of people on the trip. We made some new friends and enjoyed everyones company at dinner time. All the accomodations were 5 stars (food and castle). Harry we appreciate everything you did for us. I would highly recommend this company.

We just returned home from the My Ireland 10 day epic tour. Epic it was indeed. You could tell that every place we went was carefully selected to give you a full feeling for the country. Our tour guide, Tony was awesome! He not only provided great and detailed information on each place we visited but all points in between. He was very well versed in Irish history and current Irish culture. As we toured the country side between scheduled locations he pointed out other things about the areas we passed through and often stopped for picture opportunities when the in between places were of particular interest, and I must say he was a pretty fair Irish tenor. Of the many wonderful places we saw one that particularly stands out was our lunch at a local farm where we met a wonderful Irish family and ate like locals. As an Irish American only one generation removed from Ireland I can say that all of the stops along the tour gave me a complete feeling about the country of my ancestry. I highly recommend My Ireland Tours if you are considering visiting Ireland.

Chris Guntermann

We spent 2 weeks end of August with guide John McSweeney on a custom tour with just us 6. It was so so nice to be in the small bus, with the flexibility to stop when we needed a break. John knew where everything was along our route (i.e. bathrooms) and also everybody everywhere knew him, so we were greeted royally at every coffee or heritage spot. John's tour dialog was great... We learned so much more than from the guide books, and it was especially nice to be in a bus tall enough to see over the hedgerows and walls. We had driven a car on a previous trip and mostly saw a lot of wall and brush. Pickup and dropoffs were seamless and there was never any stress. I have no idea how John jockeyed that bus through all the traffic and narrow roads without a bump... always finding a parking place too. The restaurant and shopping recommendations were great. Accommodations were first class and very comfortable with good breakfasts. We took a couple of unstructured 'days off', without a tour, and MyIreland was fine with that too... Working with Eric to put all this together was responsive and understanding. Thanks to you all for the great vacation.

Brett Kaplan

Our family of 6 (ages 10 to 78) took a tour through My Ireland Tour for 6 days and 5 nights. Keith was very responsive to all of our emails, and was able to arrange a private tour for us which accommodated all our needs and wishes. We were able to visit Galway, Killarney and Cork with some brief stops through smaller towns. Paddy was our driver/guide. He was knowledgeable about Ireland, and couldn't have been nicer. The hotels booked for us through My Ireland Tour were all very beautiful and luxurious. Some of the trip highlights were the Cliffs of Moher, Falconry Kerry, and the Killarney Jaunting Car Ride. We were glad to book with a family owned tour company based in Ireland, and would highly recommend them for a tour on your next trip to Ireland!

Christine DiMartino

August 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I can't say enough about My Ireland tours. We had an amazing trip. Beginning with the booking straight through to the end of our tour everything was flawless. Our tour guide George was great, he really cared about the tour and everyone on it. He went the extra mile to make sure everyone was happy and having a good time. We learned a lot about Irish history and culture. I loved that it was a small group only 21 people. The fact that it was a small group made tour stops less time consuming. The tour bus was large, clean and modern. The itinerary was great, the hotels were modern and clean. I would highly recommend this tour company.

Samantha Lack

Our 13 person group had the most incredible time on our My Ireland Tour. The accommodations, meals, and attractions were all superb and everyone in our group had the absolute best time. Colm, our tour guide, was fantastic and made our trip even more special. He took the time to get to connect with each person in our group and we could not have asked for a better guide. Thank you My Ireland Tour and Colm for making our trip such a memorable experience.

Our tour with My Ireland Tours was fabulous. I learned so much about the history of Ireland that I didn't know. I was in Ireland 25 years ago but only in the south and this encompasses all of Ireland. I was blessed to learn that an ancestor was the mayor of Cork in the 1920's. Michael Colman who was our tour operator was very knowledgeable about the history, had a great sense of humor, and was very patient with all of us. He made sure we were taken care of and I highly recommend him.

Margaret Bagley

LOVED the tour! Our guide, Austin was amazing! Whether he was maneuvering the coach through hard to navigate streets, twists and turns in the mountains, providing a wealth of knowledge about the town, land or buildings; this was a vacation of a lifetime! Will be booking a tour in the near future!

Robin Drechsel

The tour starts and ends with the bus driver/tour guide. And our guide was fantastic! His love of his country was shown every day. It helps that the countries we visited were so beautiful. The hotels were great. A night in a castle, staff standing at the entrance to greet us. (Unfortunate we only spent one night there.) Lucky to have such a great group on the tour also. Only real complaint would be being offered same basic meal options every night. Irish stew and fish and chips are good but, please, not every night for two weeks.

Kelly Benas

Our My Ireland Tour was amazing. The itinerary is well planned. We were able to see a variety of beautiful sites throughout the tour. The accommodations and food were great. We had the best tour guide, Tony. He was very knowledgeable, kind and funny. We heard a lot about Irelands history between sites. He recommended optional activities in the evenings. He arranged optional activities if anyone on the tour wanted to participate. He went above and beyond to make sure everyone was having a good time. He even sang for us a few times. I would absolutely book another tour through My Ireland and recommend it to others.

Rita Conley

I can not recommend this tour company enough. From the first meeting until the last, everything was awesome. Pat was and is the best tour guide in the industry.

Josephine Parisi

This is the first time I have ever traveled with a tour group. What a fantastic experience! Austin was an incredible guide! It was the perfect mix of planned visits and time on our own. We are already planning our next trip with My Ireland Tours!! Thank you for such great memories!!!

Erin McKeon

HIGHLY RECOMMEND MY IREALND TOUR 10/10. I was a solo traveler on the group tour and I was welcomed with open arms. Austin was the best driver, tour guide, and comedian. He had me laughing and learning all the way through Ireland. Accommodations exceeded my expectations. Ireland showed off in all her glory with more sunshine than rain- I consider that a huge win!

My Irish twin sister, and I did the 14 day Scotland/Ireland tour and had a great time! There was so little stress because everything was taken care of, and our guide Patrick was very informative. We stayed in lovely hotels and saw everything you could imagine! Not much downtime, so be ready to move!

Ron Hensler

This was a great tour with lots to see and experience. Michael was a great driver with a wealth of knowledge and a great way making the history of the area interesting! This tour was a terrific way of getting our feet wet (well the rain helped, haha) of getting around the country and making us feel comfortable in Ireland!!

Lauren Hudgeons

This was our first trip out of the country and I was nervous about it but My Ireland Tour was definitely the way to go. We took the castle tour and got to stay at beautiful places and eat three course meals almost every night. If we had booked the same lodging/activities/meals ourselves, it would easily have cost 5 times what we paid. Our tour guide made the drive between destinations entertaining and there were enough stops that I was never uncomfortable on the bus. I wish I could use My Ireland Tour to tour other countries!

My Scotland/Ireland tour was the best! Paddy was very kind and caring. He shared a great deal of history with my group and answered our questions. Very humorous as well which made the trip fun. I would recommend Paddy for future tours. Great experience!

Lindsey Hawthorne

This tour is the best and so caring. I have seen scotland and Ireland perfectly. Ken has been the best guide and he is so funny. He knows so many facts. We are so blessed to have had Ken. He is awesome!

Jeanne Barrans

My Ireland Tour was so awesome to work with! Kristel was great at helping us plan a tour for our family (11 in all), understood our needs and wants, and answered all of our questions. We had a great 7-day tour, with Ben Sullivan as our driver/guide. Ben was super knowledgeable and was very understanding when we changed plans a bit to allow the children to have some off-bus time. I would definitely recommend My Ireland Tour if you are planning a trip to Ireland.

Cheryl Pucci

My Ireland Tour is top notch, with a knowledgeable guide. We toured Ireland and Scotland with them and would highly recommend them

We had a fantastic time, John McSweeney was the absolute best driver/guide we could have hoped for. He went over and above what he needed to do , he wanted to give us all the best trip possible and he accomplished it. Our first trip to Ireland and it will not be our last. We want to continue exploring Europe and My Ireland tour will be our go to company. Thank you John and My Ireland tour for a great time.

Miguel Angel Arciga

Our 10 day tour in Ireland was a wonderful experience! My family and I had a great time! Tom was a great tour guide. He shared with us lot's of interesting information about the places we visited and also about Ireland history and current situation. The hotels were all very comfortable. We would only suggest that there should be more options for the dinner menus. Other than that, we highly recommend My Ireland Tour!

Nick Nikzat

My wife (Sherry) and I thoroughly enjoyed our 10 day tour of Ireland! Colm Marshall was our guide/driver, and his stories, and depth of knowledge of Irish history was amazing. Our hotels were quite nice and comfy, with amazing service everywhere (breakfast + dinner services, as well as check-in/out). The bus was spacious and comfortable, and the routes that we were on gave us a great view of the sites of small towns, beautiful hills, and the hundreds of castles we drove past. We made some great friends as part of the tour, and have been keeping in touch with a few of them, and have recommended this tour to many of our friends.

Kaberi Samanta

Me and my husband travelled Ireland after a long waiting for CoVID 19. After a long research, found this company as I wanted a local company that takes smaller group. I'm used to private trip but I have to say , this tour was amazing and met my expectations. From begging to end everything went perfect. Shannon did booking and correspondence excellent. Now our driver /tour guide , Kathal was superb with providing every details, courteous and humerus and taking care of all of us. I never felt rushed and able to enjoy in a relaxing way.Overall I highly recommend this trip to anyone that wants to go to Ireland

Kathleen Hinick

Lovely tour. The accommodations were good and every place was clean and well managed. The tour guide/coach driver was wonderful. Brian was instrumental in connecting all the passengers to Ireland's history, people and places. The tour group was congenial and terrific to share this experience with. I highly recommend the tour company and the driver/ guide Brian Treanor.

Barbara Redmond

Best Tour Ever! Our driver Tony McGooye an absolute professional. Expert at guiding us around Ireland with an informed history of the land and all the sights to see. We loved the historic castles and surrounding towns and villages. So nice to get out of the big cities. The people of Ireland are a delight. This was my second time to visit and I cannot wait to return.

cheryl wesolowski

This was our first ever bus tour and it was amazing! Colm was knowledgeable, witty and just all around awesome! My only regret is that we neglected to get a photo with him! We had one rainy wash out day and he even made that day great. Thank you so for so much history, mind boggling beauty and for sharing your wonderful Ireland with us!!

Laura Fallon

Great tour, great tour guide. Colm was the best! A wonderful, comprehensive tour of Southern Ireland in the 6 days.

Roselie Matt

July 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Hands Down one of the best Tours I've taken…Sean our driver was soo Knowledgeable, courteous and an absolute hoot!! We had a blast! Sean gave us great recommendations for food places and sites to visit since we stayed a few extra days in Dublin…When we come back to visit and tour we need him as our driver again!!

Laurie Mallon

Mick Keane was our driver and our trip wouldn't have been what it was without his expertise. He is a wonderful driver, storyteller, and his knowledge of Irish history was expansive. He managed to keep us on time for all the sights and tour stops without making us feel rushed. Having a someone behind the wheel allowed us to enjoy all of the beautiful scenery and sights. We had a lot of laughs, learned a lot, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience! We whole heartedly recommend!

Jesse Miller

Wonderful driver and guide, Sean was incredibly knowledgeable, personable, and funny. The handful of 'photo stops' throughout the journey, which were not listed on the itinerary, were some of the most scenic views I've been blessed to witness in my lifetime. The accommodations were very high end and all the provided meals , whether a pub or a castles fine dining room were top notch. You truly get a feel for the history and geography of the land plus the coach was so roomy and comfortable. Highly recommend if you are a lover of castles, beautiful scenery, village walks, and great food and drink.

Sara Rossow

Our tour guide with My Ireland Tours was Sean O'Sullivan. We had the absolute best time! Every scenic stop we made was absolutely breathtaking. Ireland is definitely the most beautiful country I have ever been to. If you're lucky enough to have Sean for a guide, don't be afraid to spill the craic, he's got a great sense of humor!

Julie Witkowski

We had a group of 5 people with varying energy/activity levels. The six day tour was perfect for our group! We were able to see a ton without being exhausted (for those with less energy) and without being bored (for those with more energy). Brian was informative and always eager to help or answer questions. We also loved that Brian had a great sense of humor and gave us history and commentary when it was important but did not just randomly talk all day long. We greatly appreciated that the buses are consciously left with open seats to allow space but also to make us feel less crowded at each of the sites. It truly did not feel like we were part of a tour at most sites.

Sharon Oleksiak

My daughter and I returned home from this tour 11 days ago, and I just can't stop talking about it! Colm Clarke, our driver/guide was excellent! He has a vast knowledge of Irish history, custom and culture, and eagerly shared this with our group. He has a cheerful personality and a quick wit. His driving skills are top notch. I felt safe every moment that we were with him. It was nice to have all of our admission tickets taken care of by someone else. The castles and their stories are fascinating. The rich beauty of the countryside is well worth the ride. Lunch at Greta's farm was delicious. I told her she should write a cookbook. As first time visitors to Ireland, this was the perfect choice for sightseeing.

Mr. Clarke was an exceptional guide with both his commentary and attention to our individual questions needs. the tour revealed parts of Ireland new to me and helped me understand more about the country and culture. Thank you!!!

Stephanie Keith

My experience with the Irish tours could not have been anymore 'cracking'. It has been one of the most memorable out of state experiences that I will remember throughout my life. However, this trip would not have been has half as amazing if it was not for our tour guide, Tom Lavin. Not only is he a phenomenal driver, but his hospitality and his knowledge on various things makes going on tours an overall great experience.

Brenda Kersting

My expectations were very high for this tour based on other reviews and feedback. It lived up to all that those 5 star reviews. Our guide Paddy was engaging, fun and knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to accommodate the needs of our group. Already looking forward to coming back to see more and would highly recommend to others. Definitely worth the price!!

Just came back from the Iconic 14 day ireland tour. Everything was great. Small group with large bus was perfect. Plenty of room to move around and take photos. Driver/tour leader Cathal was excellent. Very knowledgable of Irelands history. Hotels were roomy and clean. Itinerary was great. Price was excellent for the package. I would highly recommend it

Irwin Brand

I would rate the tour an 8 out of 10 (10 being the highest)...Tom the tour guide was excellent .... very knowlegable and professional... Most of the excursions were good to excellent with the Epic emigaration museum the best ....The Guiness factory was a dissapointment ...a tourist trap...Didnt learn anything about making beer.... Jameson tour was good as well as the Merry Ploughboy Pub dinner and show... I was also disappointed with the Hotels ..at least with our rooms ...stained carpeting, a booth for a shower .....Liked the variety of the towns we visited .....My Ireland Tour Company did and excellent job of putting together the 10 day itinearary

Ben Fortmiller

I must admit, I had high expectations given the rave reviews, but this trip met or exceeded all expectations. The accomadations were superior. The food was excellent. Our guide was fantastic. It was a one of a kind trip our family will remember for a long time!

Marina Wettstone

We had the most incredible time! Truly the trip of a lifetime!!! Our guide, Paddy Keenahan, was so kind, engaging, and knowledgeable!! I would, and am, absolutely recommend this trip to anyone!

Kaitlyn Lopes

Had an amazing experience that I'll never forget! Our tour guide Austin was very informative and hilarious. I highly recommend going through this company if you are thinking of visiting Ireland.

It is indeed rare to find a tour company that so thoroughly delivers on ALL of its promises. Our group of 7 travellers got along famously and was in good hands with driver/guide, David Breen. Dave was an historical treasure trove of information with a wicked sense of humor. Our time was well planned, food delicious, and hotels excellent. Highly recommended.

Mimi Musolino

A wonderful tour. Michael was a fantastic guide and driver. Nothing was too much trouble. The accommodation was great. The food was amazing. We covered so much both in sightseeing and knowledge of Ireland. I would highly recommend this tour.

Debra Losch

My husband and I planned for this trip for over a year and truly enjoyed it! Our bus driver/guide Ken set the tone for trip. He was funny and he was extremely knowledgeable about the areas. Having a small group was wonderful and we were fortunate to get to know them all. Two of our highlights were spending the night in a castle and the sheep herding experiences. I highly recommend My Ireland Tours.

Colleen Doyle

Absolutely outstanding, Colm our driver/guide took our trip to the next level. He made the long drives go by quick with his story telling, extensive knowledge of the history of Ireland and his sense of humor. I could not be more pleased with our experience, thank you to everyone at My Ireland Tour, we cannot thank you enough!.

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour. My Ireland Tours is very efficient and responsive. Everything was well planned and and ran smoothly. Our driver/guide also was terrific. Peter kept us on schedule and told us a great deal about Irish history, the sites we were visiting, the climate, the terrain, the government and many other topics. He worked extremely hard and went out of his way to help people on the tour and to show us things that were not mentioned as part of the tour but that he knew about and wanted to share with us. Our visit to the Cliffs of Moher was uncomfortable, but that certainly wasn't the fault of the tour company. The wind that day was blowing at gale force, approaching hurricane force, which make it hard to keep upright, hold the camera, etc. It also was very crowded with people, which wouldn't have mattered if it was a nice sunny day with a gentle breeze. But given the weather, visitors, including us, snapped a few picture then headed for the shelter of the visitor center/cafeteria, which was so crowded that it was hard to move about, use the bathrooms and get something to eat. The Cliffs are Ireland's number one tourist attraction, so people considering a trip to Ireland need to be aware that a visit to the Cliffs may not turn out to be all that great -- for reasons that are uncontrollable. The other thing I want to point out is that Ireland is bigger than many may realize, so the sites you want to see may involve a lot of driving time. That was the case for our tour. There were two days in particular where we drove for many hours, and while there were stops along the way we still spent an awful lot of time on the road. The solution to that problem is either to focus on just one corner of the country, or book a trip with more days so that there is time to break up the tour into smaller chunks. These are just general observations on my part. My Ireland Tours does a great job of planning and executing trips. It hires very good driver/tour guides, books very nice hotels with great food, and is quick to respond to inquiries and address problems that might crop up. I highly recommend them.

Michelle Kiper

This small group, 8 day castle tour lived up to all my expectations! Our tour guide, David was absolutely wonderful! He gave us so much information on each area we visited and was a careful driver on the narrow country roads. He perfectly timed each visit, so that the next would be seamless. Our accommodations were extraordinary and the number of places we visited was remarkable. I truly cannot imagine exploring Ireland any other way! I would highly recommend this tour and this company and will likely book with them again in the future!

Phil-Marg Maloney

Thank You to My Ireland Tour and our driver/guide, Colm, for a magical Ireland adventure! Our group of 21 from Canada, USA and Australia were wonderful! Colm is an excellent driver and fantastic storyteller! His extensive knowledge of Ireland's past and present is remarkable! He's an amazing, kind man with a lovely sense of humour! Our trip was very well organized! The hotels, food and people were great! The combination of cities, historical sites and countryside was perfect! We fell in love with magnificent Ireland! It was indeed a trip of a lifetime!

Polly Counts

Great little tour with a fantastic guide. While the trip was a bit of a whirlwind, it provided the basic overview of some of Irelands must-see sites. Colm, our guide, was very kind, funny, and gave a great narration of Ireland's history, which was fascinating. The hotels were great. Comfortable rooms w/a great breakfast. Overall I'd say a great trip for the price!

Michele Fritts

Traveling with Pat was a wonderful experience. He is so knowledgeable and extremely professional. You can see the passion in his eyes and his love for Ireland! You won't be disappointed.

Dahlia House

A week wasn't long enough but we will be back! Saw so many amazing sites and our tour guide Peter was the best. He had so much knowledge and history of every place we visited. Enjoyed his stories and his guidance. The bus was comfortable and all the places we stayed, especially Ashford Castle, were top notch. Highly recommend My Ireland tours.

Nathan Weyant

June 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We had a 17 person, 10 day tour of Ireland and it couldn't have gone better. Raymond was knowledgeable, safe, and quickly became part of the family. Highly recommend My Ireland Tours and will be using them again in the future.

Marcia Berger

The 3 of us had a fantastic time. Everything is what we expected and more. We loved Ireland and hope to come back soon. Our driver Amen was wonderful lots of good stories and humor. We had 26 people in our tour group and it was a good time. Memories will last forever.

Tour of Castles in the Republic of Ireland in June 2023 was absolutely wonderful due largely to our driver/guide Colm!! Would and have recommended as probably the BEST way to see Ireland!!

Absolutely the best trip of my entire travels abroad life! I had very high expectations and this tour exceeded them. I credit this half to our absolutely delicious tour guide, Philip, and half to the intrinsic beauty of this country and her blessed inhabitants. Everyone we came across, from those in the tourist trade, to the men and women on the street, treated these wayward Americans with kindness and integrity. The accommodations, repasts, conveyances, and tour sites chosen were perfect. We hope to return. Deep gratitude and respect to you all!

Roy Woodward

Our first time in Ireland and they were great. Everything was as advertised and on schedule. The tour group got along wonderfully and no one held up the group. Hotels and food were good. Our lead driver/guide, John, was great - interesting info, always helpful and accommodating, and didn't talk too much (like some guides). We'd certainly use this company again.

Kathy Daine

This was my first tour and my first trip outside the US. My Ireland Tour did an amazing job of introducing Ireland to our small group. Everything was handled efficiently and seamlessly. Our guide was so informative and we loved his stories. He made us all feel comfortable and at ease. I would highly recommend taking a tour with My Ireland Tour.

Elizabeth Ellett

The tour began with a lot of issues from the airline dealing with the flight / luggage thru no fault of My Ireland Tours. I debated whether or not to continue with plans of tour. It was a mutual decision to continue on with tour. Best decision of my life. The reception upon arrival at hotel was amazing. The group of 26 was like catching up with old friends with updates of their life experiences. The coach driver Harry desires a 10. The items he takes care of behind that scenes with cleaning the coach, stopping the coach for photos of such lovely country, architecture, and historical storytelling. Thank you My Ireland Tours and Harry Fisher. I have memories that will never be forgotten and I hold dear to my heart.!

Peter & Norma Morcom

We have just returned from a great trip to Ireland, which we enjoyed immensely. The countryside, castles, cliffs, castles, etc. were spectacular. Our driver/guide, Sean was great. Very knowledgeable, and with a great sense of humour which makes for a happy trip too. A couple of things we would like to comment on: - a little more time in the towns we stayed overnight would be good. Perhaps leave at 8.30 rather than 9.00. - The Guinness tour was disappointing, as the whole site was far too commercial for our liking. Perhaps a visit to Trinity College would be better. Would we recommend this tour and Company? You bet, highly recommended.

Debbie Ginn

Our trip was exceptional and the places we visited in Ireland were beautiful. Our guide Tony who was also our driver was wonderful and full of informative history of the areas we visited. He made our trip Soo memorable and we'll never forget him! 'My Ireland Tour' company is a great company to book with . Absolutely no issues with this company. Thanks again for making our trip Soo memorable and care free!

Lisa McAninch

Sean and the whole My Ireland Tour adventure was above and beyond what I was expecting. I loved every second of the beautiful country and the people were all so kind and full of life. I will definitely be back and use My Ireland Tour again.

We just returned from the 10 day tour of Ireland. The whole trip exceeded our expectations. The hotels and food were great! Our tour Guide Tony, was so fantastic. He had such a vast amount of knowledge about the beauty of Ireland and the history of places we visited. He did a fantastic job of relaying information to us in a professional yet entertaining way. He even sang us a few Irish songs. He always checked in with everyone at dinner and we were very confident in his abilities. What a truly nice gentleman. I would love to take another tour through this company. Very organized tour and we saw so many amazing things and just had an awesome trip. Don't hesitate in choosing this tour!

Amanda Williams

If you happen across this review, consider it fate and book My Ireland Tour now! I already did all the research for you. You get more bang for your buck in comparison to other tours. More attractions are included, more meals are included, nicer hotels are included, and more space on the beautiful and clean bus is included. My husband and I went on the Scotland and Ireland tour, and would definitely recommend it. Everyone I have worked with at the company (Shannon and Shauni) was great from start to finish. They answered all my questions in a timely manner, always kept me updated as to what was going on and what next steps to expect, and genuinely were just kind and professional. As for the tour itself, we had Paddy as our driver, and he was amazing! He was funny and engaging, and truly loves his Country and sharing all his knowledge with you. He's passionate and we had a great time with him. His Irish pride is infectious, so much so our whole bus clapped and cheered when he announced that we crossed into the Republic of Ireland. He even arranged a couple 'off intinerary' things that was a pleasent and unexpected surprise. He genuinely wants the best of the best for his group, and achieves it! Speaking of the group, we got really lucky to have a bunch of great people! Everyone was super nice and friendly the whole time, and best of all everyone was extremely punctual. We left on time (or early) every single time. Not one lollygagger in the group. We had a great time with everyone and even exchanged numbers with a few to keep in touch, and started a shared photo album so we could all share pics! Very sweet added touch - my husband and I were honeymooning and My Ireland Tour went above and beyond to work with the hotels to have little extras in each of our rooms, which was amazingly kind and sweet. It was like having 8 honeymoons rolled into one epic fortnight. Thank you, My Ireland Tour!!

Sue Theriault

This was my first guided tour as I prefer to travel solo. I decided to take this tour as I just wanted to relax and not have to take on driving on the opposite side of the road. I'm glad I did because I was able to experience much more in 10 days than I would have on my own. Carthal was the guide. He is kind and his educational degree in Irish history made this trip so much more than I had hoped for. His patience for people was outstanding. Even when at times his patience was tested when a select few would not make it back to the bus at the times clearly stated numerous times. Following the ending of the tour I traveled to Malahide where I spent a few nights and had a ticket to a concert at Malahide Castle.

Lisa Mosley

My Ireland Tours was the perfect way to help my mom accomplish one of her life dreams of visiting Ireland. Our group size was just right with 26 total people. The coach had 50 seats so we were able to sit comfortably. We saw other companies with people wearing numbers and packed on coaches. Our 5 day tour covered just the right amount of traditional cities and sights for the first time visitor to Ireland. Dublin, Guinness, EPIC museum, Galway, the Cliffs of Moher, Limerick, the Ring of Kerry, Killarney, Castle Blarney, and Jameson Distillery to name a few. Ireland is very tourism friendly. Our tour guide and coach driver, Garey, made the tour extra special. His love for Ireland was evident: he was knowledgeable, friendly, professional, helpful, organized, patient, and always had a funny story. Plus - wow can he drive a large coach on tiny roads! Helpful tips - 1. If you're jumping ahead a few time zones I highly recommend arriving a day early. Not falling asleep on the first day of the official tour is worth the extra money. 2. Plan ahead for your free time in Dublin, there's so much to do and see. Rent bikes, tour Trinity College, go on a nighttime ghost tour etc. It's fairly easy to get around in the city. 3.There are at least six separate Clayton Hotels with slightly different accommodations so check ahead. Example: Burlington Road had a small fridge in the rooms and Limerick had a pool. The Clayton Hotel Burlington Road was very helpful. We arrived a day early, on our own, and they made sure we could stay in the same rooms for the tour dates. Staff was extremely professional; I left my expensive headphones behind and they not only contacted me to let me know, they offered to have them shipped back to my home address. My mom is truly happy she was able to visit and enjoy Ireland without any travel stress. We highly recommend using My Ireland Tours.

eileen wolfe

Very pleased with the tour. Our driver was excellent. only disappointment was the tour guide for Belfast. Otherwise excellent trip.

Vivian and Cathy Bliss

This is an excellent Tour, from the booking staff to the Driver/Guide, the organisation was impeccable. Harry, the Driver/Guide was so patient with us, ensured we were at the right place at the right time and if things didn't go according to plan, he was calm, adapted and on we went. The Hotels were good. some were absolutely fantastic for a small group bus tour. Harry kept us amused with anecdotes and informed with a never ending range of facts and histories. We met a group of lovely people and made wonderful friends. Can not recommend the Tour more highly.

We had an absolutely fantastic time. Our guide and driver Tom was great. He was extremely courteous, patient knowledgeable. I would recommend this tour 100%. There were so many great places. If you get a chance don't pass it up. My Ireland Tours nailed it.

Booked with My Ireland Tour, and from the start communication was great. We did the Castle tour, and it was FABULOUS. We were able to see so many sights and places, while still having some free time to explore. Our tour guide, Brian, absolutely made the trip. He was fantastic, and gave us amazing history (and jokes) throughout the whole journey. We cannot say enough good things about this tour, and cannot wait to go back!! Thanks Tony!

My daughters booked this tour as a birthday gift to me as Ireland has always been my dream trip. Our driver and guide Liam Finnegan was fantastic, his knowledge of Ireland's history, culture, etc along with a few humorous stories was wonderful. We were also honored with a couple of Irish ballads by Liam after a day of touring. He went above and beyond making sure we were comfortable and plenty of breaks along the way as well as plenty of photo opportunities my favorite part was the ring of Kerry and the beautiful scenery. I would recommend this tour 100percent. Thank you Liam and my Ireland tours for fulfilling my dream trip, it was magical.

Valerie Dickson

Took the iconic scenes of Ireland tour in May 2023. It was amazing. Coach was comfortable with plenty of extra space to spread out. Every day was filled with beautiful scenery and interesting things to see and do. Our driver/guide, Colm Clarke, was fantastic - funny, knowledgeable, helpful, kind - could not ask for better. Just before setting out on our tour, we had a last minute request for walk in showers, and Shannon in the office fixed us up at every stop. Shannon was very helpful with every contact we had with her as we planned our trip. Highly recommend My Ireland Tours!

Sandi Delaney

Our experience with My Ireland Tour was fantastic. From the when I booked the tour to the week before it started Shannon was a great communicator on what to expect and our transfer information. On the tour itself Liam went above and beyond and provided us all with the rich history of Ireland, entertaining stories and local traditions information. We had perfect weather which was a definite plus! Our family came back to the US with loads of happy memories and some fabulous photos. We absolutely feel in love with Ireland. Thank you to Liam and Shannon for all that you did to make sure our tour was grand!!

Lys McMillan

It was so simple to book with My Ireland Tour. The communication was first class and the organisation, hotels and itinerary exceptional. Our driver/guide Don was patient, extremely knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour. How he navigated the big bus down the narrow lanes was first class. He kept us safe and could not do enough for us. I have no hesitation in recommending My Ireland Tour.

We had such a wonderful experience with our recent castle tour. The communication with the office was great and our driver/tour guide Brian couldn't have been better! I would highly recommend this company!!

PETER SPELMAN

Driver/guide was both an excellent driver and guide. He had very good knowledge and interesting as well as being a considerate leader to the group. Hotels across the tour were a very good standard.

Audrey Sullivan

I had the pleasure of enjoying (with a family group of 26) your 10 day coach tour of Ireland with Sean O'Sullivan as our driver. This tour surpassed my expectations tenfold! We stayed in luxurious hotels, had excellent full breakfasts included as well as other delicious meals. We saw both Northern and Southern parts of Ireland which included all the Irish highlights and monuments, places and much history. Thanks to the exceptional knowledge of our tour driver Sean and his enthusiasm for his work and his country I left with a much better understanding of Irish culture, and its history and people. This was my first coach tour and I must say it blew me away. I felt that I saw the best of Ireland with little effort on my part as everything was taken care of by the company, and would definitely consider another tour with this company. If you're thinking about booking a tour , Don't hesitate, you won't be disappointed !!

Joann Simon

Our tour of Castles was perfect...brilliant! Our driver Brian made it extra special with his extraordinary knowledge of Irish history and lore along with his wonderful humor. Everything exceeded our expectations. Thank you

Monika Pachan

This was an awesome tour. The driver/guide, Don, was wonderful and each place we were taken to was great. All of the accommodations were superb and I would recommend this tour company to everyone.

Mickey Brashears

Amazing and very well organized 10 day tour of Ireland and it was the best way to see Ireland. Our driver, Don O'Donoghue, was great! He was very informative, funny, and always made sure everyone was okay and having a good time. He kept us on track without making us feel rushed. Having dinner included everynight is good for some, but it was basically the same meals over and over. We actually ate out on our own more often than not as we wanted to explore the food/culture of each of the cities. I would definitely recommend My Ireland Tour!

Marcel Gauthier

I just got home yesterday from the My Ireland - Historic Irish Castle Tour. It was definitely worth it. I had never been on a guided tour before so I was hesitant to book it, but I am glad I did. Overall it was worth doing and exactly as described. Good food, free continental or cooked breakfasts every morning and full 3 course meals for dinner every night with a mixed authentic farm house lunch included one of the days on our trip. The castle hotels we stayed at were a good experience, just don't expect 5 star hotel accommodations, after all they are older converted castles. Think more large scale bed and breakfast. The RIU Greshum hotel we stayed at on our tour the first and last night was nice and centrally located in the heart of Dublin which was nice to experience a little of Dublin and local shops and bars. You are riding a tour bus accross Ireland so there is a lot of time on the bus, but Brian, who was our driver stopped plenty of times for breaks and they did space out tour well enough so that you were not on the bus for too long at a time. Some of the stops may have needed a little more time, but I am sure others felt they were too long so I can't be picky about such things. That was just my personal taste. There were also some things I would have changed, but the tour was exactly as described and they can't custom cater to 26 people's needs. Overall I think everyone on our tour bus seemed to enjoy the experience. Brian (the driver) was knowledgeable of Irish history and kept us entertained with stories and jokes during the drives. He also was able to answer any questions we had. I traveled with my 19 year old son and we both enjoyed ourselves. He thanked me for taking him once we got home.

Steve Hallam

Our recent tour of Ireland via My Ireland Tour was an extremely gratifying experience with an itinerary that reflected the gist of life in Ireland & its history. Our driver/guide, Sean O'Sullivan, is very professional, compassionate, efficient, passionate of his homeland & well versed in the past & present history of Ireland. Accommodation & dining (where included) was excellent & well organized. These types of tours are designed to give one a grasp of what the country is all about with a good foundation for future travel. My Ireland Tour & Sean O'Sullivan delivered in spades. We look forward to a return to Ireland thanks to them.

Susan Remus

Our 10 day bus tour of Ireland more than met any expectations that I had. Our guide/driver Sean O Sullivan was professional, knowledgeable and made an effort so that each once of us got something unique from the experience. Not only did he know our names, he made sure he understood the connections between our group of 26! Seans knowledge of history and culture - both past and present was astonishing. I felt safe and well cared for and can't thank him and My Ireland tours enough for that lovely introduction to beautiful Ireland. I highly recommend 'My Ireland tours'

Teresa Micucci

An amazing trip. Sean O'Sullivan was our driver/tour guide and would highly recommend him. He brought us to areas not on our itinerary for the true feel of the soil. His knowledge of the history of the Island was very impressive. He has a wit, charm and personality that can only make one feel at home, which we (26 of us) did. He kept an extremely clean coach and did a great job on herding the cats to stay on schedule to see what was on the itinerary and then some! Thank you Sean for an awesome family 2023 vacation.

Lynn Prusakowski

I recently completed a tour of Ireland with a group of 26 people with My Ireland Tours. Our driver/guide, Sean O'Sullivan, was the best! His cheery personality, wit and knowledge of all things Irish made our 10 day tour superb! He was extremely organized and efficient yet relaxed and flexible which helped in trying to organize 26 people on a daily basis with all our luggage and paraphernalia. Sean is an excellent driver and guide. His love of Ireland, the country, the culture, legends and folklore were part of his daily driving/guiding routine. I developed a better sense and appreciation for Ireland myself through Sean' Irish spirit. If you are lucky enough to have Sean O'ullivan as your driver/guide then you'e found the Pot O'Gold!

Tim Partridge

A trip of a lifetime. Our driver Sean had us all in stitches multiple times. The bus was clean and comfortable and the windows were spotless. His knowledge of Irish history and of the monuments and areas we visited was downright impressive and enriched the experience greatly. We were even treated to some mythological Irish audio stories and Irish music on the bus. Spots that we didn't visit were pointed out as we were driving so I have a list of sites to see for my next trip. If you have the chance to take a tour you won't regret a minute of it! 10/10 would do it again.

Mathew Knowlen

If you are wanting to go to Ireland and have the best time of your life, please use My Ireland Tour. Our tour guide, Noel, was outstanding. He pretty much became a part of our family by the end of the trip. Thanks to Catriona for making our trip easy to just sit back and enjoy.

May 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Tony was a terrific tour guide, as well as a person who could introduce Irish history and culture in an interesting way. The hotels were very good. Everything was well organized. Checking into the hotels was seamless. The food was generally good. The people in our group were interesting.

What an amazing trip. Everything was well planned and we got to enjoy so much of Ireland in a short amount of time. Our Driver/Guide David not only had a great sense of humor but also was extremely knowledgeable. I would highly recommend My Ireland Tours.

Lillian Andrews

I would recommend My Ireland Tour for your next trip to Ireland. George, our driver/tour guide was wonderful and gave us the Ireland history while we travelled from Dublin to Kilkenny and Galway. We stayed in beautiful castles and the food was very good! I traveled solo and not once did I feel alone. Everyone was lovely. I would definitely go on another tour with them in a heartbeat!

Terry Wester

Our 6-day tour was a wonderful gift from our children. They did the research and picked My Ireland Tour and they chose well!! Our bus driver/guide, Ben Sullivan, was friendly, talented, negotiated the roads extremely well, and made us feel very welcome guests. Shauna was also helpful in answering my questions before the trip. Thank you so much for the great memories!!

Sheila Doney

From the start of planning with Catriona to the end with our tour with our driver Mick, I couldn't have asked for a better trip. Ireland was everything we dreamed it would be. Mick was so knowledgeable and happy to answer all our crazy questions. I highly recommend this company if you are planning a trip to Ireland.

Faye Hillis

My Ireland Tour was prompt at responding to our requests when we were booking this trip. Davey was our driver and we felt so safe. He took us to some special sights that we wouldn't have found on our own.

Six friends went on the small group tour with My Ireland Tour. We couldn't have been happier. Everything about it was absolutely perfect; from the correspondence with Shauni at My Ireland Tour, to the itinerary she planned for us, to the tour guide that we had. Bryan, our driver and guide was funny, smart and knowledgeable. I highly recommend My Ireland Tour!

Just returned from the 17 day Iconic Scotland/Ireland tour with My Ireland Tours. Wonderful, fantastic, superb and absolutely fun are just some of the adjectives I could use to describe this tour. First and foremost, our driver/guide Pat Prendergast was A+++ Couldn't have asked for a better guide! He was friendly, caring, helpful, knowledgeable, and amusing. And boy could he handle that bus-his driving skills are magnificent! This trip had a lot of senior citizens (including me) and a few people who had health or mobility issues. Pat was always accommodating and watched out for us always. The hotels were lovely; the meals were delicious. The company was very easy to deal with and very responsive to any queries. The group was small (24) but the bus was full size so many of us could have seats to ourselves if we do desired. 17 days in a bus with mostly strangers can be a bit unpredictable but I can honestly say I loved every minute of it and enjoyed meeting folks from many areas of the US. I would highly recommend this tour company!!

From the start of planning with Catriona to the end with our driver Mick, I couldn't have asked for a better trip. Ireland was everything we dreamed it would be. Mick was so knowledgeable and happy to answer all our crazy questions. I highly recommend this company if you are planning a trip to Ireland.

Thomas Huey

What a delight to spend 10 days touring Ireland with Eammon, the ultimate guide! Never at a loss whether explaining history, pointing out every excellent pub option along the route, flawlessly squeezing our bus into unimaginably impossible spots and making us laugh the whole way. We joined the tour with a group of friends and made new ones along the way. Just a wonderful experience from start to finish. While driving us back to the airport, Eammon shared one of his witty quips to send us on our travels home. 'As the Bishop said to the Nun, let's get the flock out of here.' Can't wait to return.

Joy Vincent

My Ireland tour company was a pleasure to deal with from start to finish. The staff was informative and knowledgeable every step of the way. Our host and driver, Michael Coleman was so friendly and helpful to every person in the group. We could not have asked for a better experience in making our dreams of Ireland come true! Highly recommend!

Bridget Murphy

On behalf of us all, a major BRAVO! for all the elements of our tour. We enjoyed it immensely! Our only thoughts were that we wished we had more nights to stay at many of the beautiful and luxurious hotels to just sleep in and be lazy.. perhaps next time. And many thanks to our wonderful driver Patrick! He took excellent care of us. He was knowledgeable without being overwhelming, and accommodating on every level. He made the experience all the more memorable. The one day around the Ring of Kerry with John was also very enjoyable and informative. Overall, we had a splendid time and are very grateful for your assistance in making this all happen. We would certainly recommend 'My Ireland Tour' to others and perhaps take advantage again ourselves.

A great company, the tour was well executed, superbly guided by Tom Lavin & gave us everything as advertised.

Wayne MacLellan

One of the best tours I have taken and I'll include cruises in that assessment also. Very well organized, four star hotels, breakfast fabulous, dinner very good. Excellent idea to have two nights in each hotel and not depart until 9AM. Visited some great sites with a knowledgeable and entertaining guide. Eamon finally admitted he doesn't lie but he may exaggerate sometimes. He is also a very good singer.

Kelly Minky714

Our tour of the Ring of Kerry was a phenomenal trip. The accommodations (my goodness the accommodations!), the sights, the meals and free time included were above and beyond any expectations. Dave, our driver and guide was lovely. He was informative, friendly fun and incredibly helpful. The 8 passenger bus was comfortable with large windows to see out of, seats to recline and nap in if you wanted. Dave would also pull over whenever we asked in order to take pictures. This vacation was the most stress free and beautiful time I have ever had, and I have traveled alot. For the money, this tour and the MyIrelandTours company cannot be beat. It is worth every penny and a steal for what you get to do. My only complaint is that this company and it's tours aren't available in any other countries outside Ireland, because I would love to use them any place I went in Europe.

Joan Verhulst

A nice flavor of the country and a smaller group. I feel too much time was spent at Jameson and Guinness and not any time actually seeing the cities we were in. Very little of the history of areas was given. Many times we were just dropped off at sites by our driver/guide to see things on our own. The hotels were nice and food good but not up to tours I have done in the past.

Peggy McKenzie

This tour was a 12! The food was exceptional. The accommodations were all five star excellent! The service at each historical sight was exquisite. The scenery and the people of Ireland were extraordinary! Exceptional. Excellent. Exquisite. Extraordinary. I think these four words just about sums up our whole experience on this tour. Oh, but I can't forget to mention our delightful, knowledgable, and talented tour guide and driver, Tony. He regaled our little group with the history of Ireland's people along with captivating myths and stories. But I would certainly be remiss if I didn't mention Tony's lovely renditions of our favorite Irish songs. The trip wouldn't have been the same without him.

Maureen Glancy

What a marvelous tour. Frankly, I am feeling so much more attached to my Irish roots than ever before! I am the end of our line, so feeling the sense of rootedness is an important outcome for me. As one who used to teach leisure theory and tourism, Tom, you were impressive! On reflection, I do not know how you did it all. When No. Ireland is scheduled, I will book and hope to bring friends. By the way, the group coalesced well; with you we built trust and had genuine fun. Thank you.

Laura Salvatore

What a wonderful 6 day tour. Our tour guide and driver Michael Coleman was excellent. Very good and handling the bus while being the tour guide too. Very knowledgeable about all the places we were going to and passing along the way. Answered everyone's questions and looked up any information you needed. I highly recommend My Ireland tour plus requesting Michael as our tour guide too!

Laurie Krivo

We had a fabulous experience with My Ireland Tour. They were extremely helpful and accommodating in arranging the tour that we wanted, with our individual preferences taken into account. When we got to Ireland, everything couldn't have been better. Our tour guide was absolutely wonderful! He was friendly, helpful, great to be around, and generally a joy to have driving us so we didn't have to do that ourselves. He always made excellent suggestions along the way for places we should stop that would add to what we were doing, and they were great. He also knows people at every sight and can get his van in closer if you need that (my husband has come mobility issues and this was a plus)!. Sadly, we got covid partway through our trip and My Ireland Tours was incredibly helpful in working out how to manage this problem and get us to our flight home as needed. I highly recommend them.

cynthia vosler

my Ireland tours was fabulous! they took care of every little detail. Our tour guide Keith Boyd was absolutely full of Irish charm and so efficient and helpful. If your going to take a trip to the Emeral Isle you couldn't do any better than to leave the trip planning to My Ireland Tours and let Keith be your guide!

Kimberly Pace

I would just like to say the my sister and I had such a wonderful time. I have never been with a tour group before and it was much better than expected. My met lovely people and I was able to relax without the hassle of driving and figuring out where to go. The accommodation were outstanding go the morning breakfast was more than we imagined. I also cannot say enough about our driver Tom. He was extremely friendly and personable. He left no stone unturned concerning history of Ireland.

The castle tour was great. George, our driver and guide, is very knowledgeable and informative. The smaller group was quite pleasant as we got to know our fellow travelers. The stops were well planned, with enough time at them. George really cared about all of us.

Peter Tschirky

Having never been to Ireland, I highly recommend this tour. The company left nothing out our driver. Tom was excellent. He shared personal experiences as well as his knowledge of the country throughout our trip. The bus was clean, immaculate, as were all the hotels that we stayed at we highly recommend this trip to anybody who wants to see a little bit of what island has to offer

Such an amazing experience! I've never done a tour like this before, so I was apprehensive. But I'm so glad I made the decision to give it a try, I wouldn't of seen everything I did otherwise. The company was so easy to work with, giving great details and updates prior to the trip that made planning a breeze. Our driver, Tom Lavin, was amazing… Always giving us fun stories and interesting details about Ireland. We spent some long days on the bus, but Tom made the time fly by and always got us to our destination safe and sound. The six day tour hit all the highlights of things I wanted to see, it was very well planned out and made great use of each day. I would 100% recommend this company and this tour for anyone wanting to experience Ireland, I can't say enough good things.

Ryan Longyear

A++ from begging to end. Would not have done Ireland differently

Full Circle Gallery Cornish Maine

What a wonderful trip we had!! Everything was so well organized. Smooth transitions every step of the way. Our tour guide Tony was the best. He was wonderful singer and gracious host. We were able to see so much and Tony was a wealth of knowledge along the way. Our weather was beautiful and sunny with a few spits of rain but overall we were very fortunate. I am already planning my next trip.

April 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

On March 30, 2023 my wife Joanne, my sister-in law Patty, my brother-law Bill, my niece Jessica and me left the shores of America and traveled in reverse time back to my ancestor's homeland, Ireland. For 10 days we visited the eternally green country of hopes and dreams. First and foremost, this journey would not have been possible without my niece Jessica's energetic vision to arrange a once in a lifetime trip. She chose 'My Ireland Tours' to lead us through the journey. Her choice of 'My Ireland Tours' was a nothing short of visionary. My wife, her father & mother and myself will always be grateful to her. We spent the first day in Dublin touring Trinity College (visiting the Book of Kells), Dublin Castle, and the Temple Bar Square. After a short respite we culminated our day with a tasty meal and a pint of Guinness that was as pure as mother's milk at the venerable Brazen Head Pub built in 1198. Obviously, there have been a few glasses raised there over the past 825 years. The next day, refreshed and energized we started the journey through Ireland led by Michael Coleman, a tour guide extraordinaire. He took us from Dublin to Galway, with stops at the mystical Clonmacnoise on the River Shannon, the Connemara mountains and the Kylemore Abbey. The Abbey was a beautiful sprawling estate and castle run by the Benedictine Community of nuns. After spending 2 nights in Galway City we traveled to the breathtaking Cliffs of Mohr. We then moved on to Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Blarney Castle, the Michael Collins Memorial, Cobh City, then to Cork City, and the Rock of Cashel before traveling back to Dublin for a one-day grand tour of Dublin. But….back to Michael Coleman who really made the trip fun and interesting. He was a non-stop whirlwind of Irish historical knowledge, geographical information, and the description and tales of the unique plant life of Ireland (the Hawthorne trees, and the Gorse hedge) that dotted the Irish landscape. He always added humor and a smile that seemed to last forever. Speaking for all of us, he felt like part of our family by the end of our trip. We wish to thank him personally, and offer the best to him and his family. When we return again to Ireland we will choose “My Ireland Tours' and request Michael to take us on another epic journey. Thank you 'My Ireland Tours', and for the generosity and friendliness of the Irish people. Our family truly felt the Gaelic 'Cead Mile Failte' (hundred thousand welcomes).

Elizabeth Foley

This company was absolutely incredible!!! I highly recommend! From the planning stages of our trip to Ireland, all the way through till the day we came home they were amazing. Every employee from My Ireland Tour was professional, knowledgeable, and exactly what we were looking for in a private tour company. To start, I must have called and emailed with Eric no less than 45X before we finalized our itinerary. He was so nice and always answered my questions fully, and with ease. He never seemed frustrated or bothered. Eric was so wonderful to work with and I trusted every decision he helped me make. When my group of 13 people arrived in Ireland, we were greeted by two of the nicest individuals, who happened to also be our drivers (Keith and Brian). Brian departed our group after day one, but Keith stayed on for the remainder of the trip, and he was fabulous!! He knew so much about the history of Ireland, and he was also up to date on current events – driving around the country was full of fun history and storytelling. Keith knew exactly how to keep you interested and engaged – the perfect tour guide. Additionally, both Keith and Brian seemed to be very safe drivers, I felt comfortable with their driving even on some of the narrowest roads. They kept us on time so that we did not miss anything that we wanted to see, and they made sure that we arrived at popular destinations before the crowds did and avoided long wait times. I could go on and on about the amazing experience we had. Every person in our group was pleased. I would definitely go back to Ireland, and I would 100% go through My Ireland Tour to book it.

Lynett McKinney

What an amazing trip and I can't wait to come back. Tom was fantastic, so knowledgeable, patient and made the trip even better. I didn't realize we'd be sitting for so long on the bus and couldn't take a lot of pictures driving by some places but it worked. The hotels were just ok that we stayed in. I'd suggest this tour to others who can't take a longer tour.

William Stack

Thank you!!As we planned our family trip to Ireland, our travel agent with Wander Your Way helped us find My Ireland Tour. I would definitely recommend My Ireland Tour to anyone who prefers a small private tour of Ireland. The folks at My Ireland Tour clearly listened to our travel agent because the suggested itinerary clearly reflected our interests and personalities, offering the variety and the flexibility we specifically asked for. The coach was comfortable, providing enough room for all of our personal items and safe passage throughout the counties that we toured. The Rock of Cashel was our first stop, an interesting glimpse into the history that we were to encounter throughout Ireland. The Happy Pig B&B in Kenmare was tip top, having that warm cozy feeling that our family appreciates. We absolutely loved our time in Kenmare…. restaurants and pubs, traditional Irish music that we stumbled upon, the quality of shops, the friendliness of the shopkeepers! We enjoyed journeying through the spectacular Ring of Kerry. Your choice of The Blind Piper Pub for our lunch was perfect…. the fire in the fireplace inside the pub area captured the essence of the area and immediately drew us in and the food tasty! Muckross House had something for all of us. Some enjoyed the history of the home, admiring the weavers' work while some simply enjoyed walking the grounds. Heaton's Guest House was a beautiful choice for our stay in Dingle. The rooms were beautifully decorated and clean, the breakfasts delicious, and afternoon tea and chocolate cake in the gathering room an unexpected treat! We had asked for time to go to Mass on Easter Sunday. So, we attended mass at St. Mary's, a special experience for us all. Touring Dingle Peninsula was on our itinerary, providing breathtaking views of coastal and mountain scenery. The Wild Atlantic Way and the Cliffs of Moher was a highlight. Kylemore Abby and the Gothic Church built to honor the owner's wife was amazing. We requested to stay at Ballynahinch Castle. What an experience..... it is remote and elegant, steeped in history, surrounded by beautiful gardens and a flowing river. However, I think our family would all agree that the real star of the week was Brian, our guide and driver. His Irish warmth, wit, his knowledge of the geography, the religion, the economy, the folk lore, made the trip fun and fact filled. He filled the hours we were together with so much information answering hundreds of questions. He went above and beyond leading to many bonus stops as he called them.... Anascaul with the story of Irish explorer Tom Crean, … the Red Fox Inn for Irish coffee…..Celtic Crystal in Moycullen, meeting the owner and an artisan who demonstrated creating designs on a crystal bowl and beautiful pieces for sale of which I brought home several … stops at memorials that honored those who died in the famine …. many stops for random “Kodak moments'. And the list goes on. The most kindest 'bonus' that Brian arranged was a meeting on the Saturday before Easter with Brian deStaic in Dingle. We had explained that one reason that our family had chosen Ireland to celebrate my husband's 70th birthday was the connection to Irish heritage, even though we have not been able to trace anyone to any specific County. Knowing the Gaelic alphabet and Irish-Gaelic name variations, Brian took it upon himself to call Brian deStaic to ask if he would have time to meet my husband. He did, and they did, a highlight for my husband. Besides all of that, he was a safe driver navigating the twists and turns and complicated Irish roads. He didn't just drop us off and say 'see you later'; he accompanied us everywhere making sure we arrived at any point of location safely and making sure we knew where the coach would be parked upon our return. He would allow ample time for exploring the different points of interest. Our family is grateful to My Ireland Tour and our guide for creating and implementing a trip where memories were made that our will forever cherish.

James Novitsky

Just finished our tour which was fabulous! the care and commitment of My Ireland Tour is amazing ! Our driver, entertainer, educator, person extraodonaire Tom was a real gem. We thourougly enjoyed all the sites, scenery ,and new friends that we made. we highly recommmend this tour for anyone looking to experience Ireland on a more intimate side.

One of the best drunk decisions I have ever made. I was drinking one night, saw this, and booked it for my friend and I, both of us extremely happy that I did. Our tour guide/driver, Tom, was knowledgeable about both history and current events in Ireland. The hotels we stayed in were clean and comfortable. We were lucky enough to have sunny skies pretty much the whole time as well, making the experience even better. I would recommend doing a longer tour instead of just the 6 day because it is pretty packed with places to go and there is a lot of time riding on the coach. Overall it was worth the money and I would highly recommend this company to anyone traveling to Ireland.

Nick García

You know you've found the right tour group and guide when you have to leave the country without a dry eye because you know you're going to miss it. Our Guide, Tom, could not have been a better ambassador for Ireland; friendly, personable, engaging, and knowledgeable about his country's past, present and future made for the best introduction to the magic that is Ireland. I've never hired a tour because I've always had reservations about following other people's schedules and itineraries. Having gone with My Ireland Tour, those concerns were put to rest. The hotels, transfers, and destinations really were well thought out and gave the best picture of Ireland that we could have asked for as guests. We're already planning Northern Ireland in 2024 and hope Tom will be able to work that tour!!! A million thanks to My Ireland Tour, I've travelled to Europe many times and this by far has been my favorite holiday, 'GOOD CRAIC' indeed, thanks Tom!!!

Christie Wolf

Just got back from my ireland tour with 19 of my family members. We worked with Catriona for the planning and she was wonderful. She was able to answer all of our question, adjust our tour, deal with a family member dropping out of the tour, getting my grandma a wheel chair and recommending dinner spots for us. The whole planning process was smooth due to Catriona. Our tour guide was Paddy, and he was wonderful. He went above and beyond to show us/ tell us about ireland. We feel we got to see everything important. He was great with my grandparents and guiding us with tour spots and what we can do. Anyone looking to go to Ireland is in great hands dealing with Catriona and having paddy has a tour guide.

Jessica Ottley

As I sit on my plane flight home, I wanted to put in words how grateful I am for this opportunity I have had to visit Ireland. It has been my life dream to visit. I had no idea what I signed up for, but I couldn't have had anything better than My Ireland Tours. Specifically, Tony Mc Goey was hands down an amazing human and a fantastic tour guide. Leaving is bittersweet and saying goodbye was difficult for me. He, alongside my travel agent Cheri of Cheri's Travel Spot made my dreams a perfect reality. Tony was knowledgeable, funny, kind, genuine and a load of craic. If you are ever blessed to visit Ireland, you would be lucky to do so with Tony and My Ireland Tour. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

Tony is the best. Great value.

John Langevin

If you're considering a tour as a means to explore Ireland, look no further than My Irish Tour. We planned a six person family tour customized to meet our families' desires to visit historical family places as well as the suggested tour stops. My Ireland Tours met our requirements and then some. The work done by Kristel to plan the routes and stops were just what we hoped for. Our Tour Guide and Driver Pat was terrific. He's very knowledgable, accommodating and a lot of fun. A really good guy! One of our group members fell ill during the trip and Pat was very helpful in working through our needs and all ended well. We'll be back again next year for some of our unexplored parts of Ireland, the tour left us wanting more!

Anne Wilson

Absolutely the best tour I have ever been on! Got to see everything I wanted. Great pace. Was not overwhelmed. Great hotels all around. Plenty of food. I went alone, but immediately felt like part of the group. Would highly recommend to anyone. Our bus driver/tour guide, Tony, was beyond amazing!! He truly made the journey through Ireland memorable. Thank you to every at My Ireland Tour! Best vacation ever!!!

Jerri McDonald

March 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We are still on our tour but I'm over impressed with the knowledge Tom has of the country. And the care of the company one of the ladies in our tour fell and broke her ankle not only did Tom do everything to make her comfortable but Eric sent a private transfer to get her to the airport to go home. This company is amazing. We are home now from an amazing tour of Ireland; it was our first time to see Ireland. We had a wonderful time learned so much history about the country. Every day was a new adventure, I am so thankful I found myireland tours to book through. If we had tried to venture on our own we would have missed so much of the country and amazing sites. I highly recommend this company to anyone wanting to travel to Ireland,. Tom was our guide most of the trip with Desmond, Jamie and Pat helping out. The local guides that helped at some of the sites were also great.

Tony Arsbon

My Ireland Tour is the best, both hotels were excellent from the food, the comfortable beds to the staff everything was top notch to insure we had an easy and amazing time. Patrick, our driver was outstanding, friendly, very helpful and above all very knowledgeable on the history and areas we toured. This should be a must for every bucket list!

Renee Weiss

This was a dream trip of a lifetime and My Ireland Tours made it extraordinary. Our tour guide, Patrick, was phenomenal. He went out of his way to ensure our experience was spectacular. Patrick is a gifted storyteller! He was a wealth of knowledge (literally a walking encyclopedia). We learned so much history about this beautiful country. Every stop and sight was simply amazing. We had a great group of travelers on our bus which made the experience even more fun! Thank you :)

We are still on our tour but I'm over impressed with the knowledge Tom has of the country. And the care of the company one of the ladies in our tour fell and broke her ankle not only did Tom do everything to make her comfortable but Eric sent a private transfer to get her to the airport to go home. This company is amazing

December 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This was our first guided tour but I cannot imagine one better than this one. Our tour guide was extremely was extremely knowledgeable, very courteous and always willing to answer our questions. He was very patient with all of us foreigners and we were visiting Ireland for the first time (hopefully not our last). We would definitely visit again if we can have the experience we had on this trip.

Carolyn Sullivan

November 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

The tour was amazing our group was amazing best of all Tom was the best guide we could ask for.

Mary Lynn McDermid

A wonderful trip. My first time visiting Ireland & this tour gave me a great overview of the country. The hotels we stayed at were true experiences to remember. We were treated to lovely meals & offered many extras we requested. Our driver guide Tony added so much to the tour. His narrative of Irish history & his serenades will always be remembered. I only wish I could have recorded them. As a single woman I was pleased with how well our tour group mixed with each other. I felt comfortable & welcome in the group.

Judy McDonald

We had a wonderful week in Ireland with our guide/driver, Sean. He was well-versed in all the sites we visited & was so kind. We made a few changes from our original itinerary (while we were on our tour) & Sean made it happen seamlessly. Our accommodations were beautiful & so comfortable. Leave the details to My Ireland Tours for an unforgettable experience.

Yvonne Moran

Tom with My Ireland Tour's was an amazing guide. This was our first trip with a travel (My Ireland Tour)company and to say they set the bar high is an under statement. I will be going back!!!

Phenomenal week in Ireland! Perfect balance of tour activities and downtime. Brian was awesome, rest of the group was nice, and would absolutely do another tour with this group!

julie sinopoli

My Ireland tours was AMAZING!!! Michael our driver was the BEST!! Ireland is truly a magical place! The people we met and the castles we stayed in were amazing! We will recommend this tour to our family and friends!! Cheers xo Joe & Julie

Becky Hestley

As a seasoned traveler, I can honestly say that 'My Ireland Tour' is the BEST tour I have ever had the pleasure of experiencing. The itinerary was thorough and thoughtfully prepared, but the commentary, personalization and side excursions presented by our guide made this tour exceptional. Our guide, Tom, was both knowledgeable about Ireland's history, each region's unique qualities, and the global Ireland of today. Tom was the 'jewel in the crown' and took each new encounter to a new level. Even with an injury sustain before the trip, he was patient and caring, and made sure I enjoyed each opportunity at my own pace. Although travelling alone, at the end of the tour I felt as though I was with my family. Shared meals, laughter and experiences made this my most memorable trip abroad. Well done 'My Ireland Tour'! I will see you again.

Tracy De Jong

We had a wonderful time on our 6 day My Ireland Tour. We saw amazing sights, had the best ever tour guide (Brian! We miss you!), and we were so well taken care of. It was wonderful not to have to worry about driving in Ireland! We were shuttled around in such a comfortable coach and loved meeting new friends on this tour. The time at each spot was just right. I would absolutely recommend My Ireland Tour company.

Stephanie Munro

October 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

What a great experience! This tour company made travelling abroad so easy, with everything prearranged it was so stress free! Accommodations were excellent. The sites included in the tour package were an excellent sample of everything this wonderful island country has to offer! Tour guide Tom was FANTASTIC- so knowledgeable, personable, and helpful!! I would highly recommend this tour company if you are thinking of travelling abroad to Ireland-especially for your first time!

jessica medeiros

My Ireland Tour was amazing!! My husband & I did the 6 day tour, our tour guide was Brian T. Brian was great and so kind. He really knew how to drive that bus on those narrow roads. He always had us on time for everything! We got to see so much it was so worth it! We will cherish these memories forever!

Joy Ruben Welts

Me and my mom loved this tour. The schedule was relaxed yet exciting. There was enough free time and the scheduled sites were diverse from religious sites to breweries. The guide was so personable, funny, kind, and informative. The company was so enjoyable to work with. I completely recommend traveling with them!

Courtney O'Connell

Amazing trip with breath taking views! I highly recommend My Ireland Tour to anyone who is interested in visiting Ireland. My grandma and I booked the 6 day tour and it was fantastic! Our driver, Brian was absolutely amazing and gave us so much knowledge as we drove around the country. He really made this trip amazing and we are so grateful for all his work and efforts to ensure we were having a great experience! The scheduled tours, hotels, sights, and overall experiences were great. The memories we made on this trip will last a lifetime. Ireland is a beautiful country with the friendliest people in the world! You will definitely be happy you went with My Ireland Tour!

erica worrell

This trip exceeded my expectations. My Ireland Tour did a great job communicating the schedule prior to arrival, answered all of my questions, arranged wonderful accommodations, along with a schedule that hit all the right notes. Our driver/guide Peter Kelly was amazing. Extremely knowledgeable history, commentary as we were driving. He accommodated extra requests, arranged a few extra stops that were great. Peter helped with recommendations, making and adjusting reservations on our behalf. I hope to go back and would highly recommend My Ireland Tour!

Nathalie Manus

My husband and I just returned from our 10 day Ireland tour for our past due 22 year honeymoon. First I want to give praise to our tour guide Tom. He was calm at all times and full of jokes and knowledge of everyplace we visited. All the accommodations and meals were great top notch. It was so nice to not have to worry about anything. I would highly recommend for anyone wanting to visit Ireland. This was our first guided coach tour and I will for sure do again.

Allison Mathews

How do I begin? It was absolutely amazing! I wasn't sure what to expect, this was the first time doing a escorted tour and we lucked out and got Harry Fisher as our driver and tour guide. Harry was personable and helpful every step of the way. Each stop and hotel was executed on time and as expected. Each attraction was such a great experience and the information provide by Harry made the tour so informative and fun. Our group was fun and the ease of their companionship on the tour really made the whole experience so enjoyable. I am ready to go back and even looking to plan another tour with My Ireland Tour soon. Thank you for an incredible experience!

Bern Sullivan

My wife and I recently took the Castle Tour. Plain and simple, the tour stacked up to the marketing on the Web site. The accomodations were outstanding, the selection of things to see showed thought and experience. Even such mundane things as rest room stops were well timed and occurrred at interesting places. The motor coach is quite comfortable, with strong wifi present to sync photos, etc. Our driver was knowledgable, affable and charismatic. Our tour highlight might have been the opportunity to ring the bells at Christ Church Cathedral in Dublin. Highly recommended.

We thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience. Tony, our guide and driver was wonderful. He made the tour entertaining, informative, and fun! We visited every site we hoped to see and our expectations were exceeded. Highly recommend.

Nicole Butkovich

My Ireland Tours the 10 day tour was such an amazing experience for our first trip to Ireland both my mother and myself! From the hotels to the guided tours we saw everything in Ireland we wanted and more! The hotels were beautiful and great selections and the meals were great as well! Tony our guide for the 10 days was phenomenal with so much knowledge on the history and sites we were seeing, we couldn't ask for a better guide to get around Ireland for our first trip!!! He had wonderful suggestions for places to go to eat/see when we had free time and was always able to answer any questions we had! The group was small with 26 people and not crowded at all. This company is so amazing and I would recommend them to anyone who is venturing to Ireland for the first time!!! It was a trip of a lifetime!

Regina Maley

Our trip was outstanding and made all the better with our driver Tony. From the moment one is picked up at the airport- Ireland's beauty envelopes. The MyIrelandTour company does an amazing job of picking beautiful, historical sightseeing opportunities.Tony adds the history lessons and humor! The hotels, meals and admission to all the sights is so worth the expense. We shopped around and this tour is hands down the best price out there. Make the trip with them. You won't regret it!

Patricia Linder

Tom did an excellent job bringing Ireland to life with his expert driving skills, some roads are not for the faint of heart, and his informative and witty storytelling throughout the tour! Not once did I feel like I was on a “guided coach tour' but instead with a small group of people we quickly became friends with. We would definitely use My Ireland Tours for future excursions! Well done

Connie Palucka

My husband and I had a wonderful trip. Thomas, our tour guide and bus driver extraordinaire was amazing. I now see which Ireland is called the Emerald Isle. It is beyond beautiful.

Sandra Sitkowski

I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed my recent Castle & Manor house tour (9/10-9/21). First impressions are so important and it began when we first contacted your company in 2019 to book this tour for 2020, you know the rest, Covid postponed it in 2021 as well and finally we made it in 2022. Your staff was always courteous,reassuring,patient & answered our questions on a timely basis. Everything was first class from the accommodations. sightseeing tours, food etc. Tony was our driver/guide and was amazing. His knowledge, humor, stories, driving skills and yes even when he sang made this tour so enjoyable! The beauty of your country is stunning. I'm having a little Ireland withdrawal and hope to visit again soon.

I chose My Ireland Tour because of the value, how everything was included in the cost like meals and tickets, tour size and places visited especially like the stud and b&b farms. What a fabulous time it was! Ben our driver and tour guide was entertaining and full of information and suggestions. He did a great job of looking after us. The places we visited and tours were amazing and I loved seeing so much of the country. The group was a lot of fun and many laughs had. It was truly an amazing 14 days that far exceeded my expectations. Thank you Ben and everyone at My Ireland Tour for the wonderful memories!

Michelle Rosen

This company supplied a guide/driver for our own itinerary. We traveled throughout most of Ireland and even went to Northern Ireland for a couple of days. The van was very spacious and the driver was knowledgeable of Irish history and would answer many questions we had about life in Ireland. The only gripe we had, was that she had to stop every so often for a break. Sometimes, we would start the day and a short while later she needed to stop. We figured if she needed a rest, it would be while we were visiting a site and not before that. We have never encountered that with tour guides before, so we felt it cut into our travel time. Our journey from one place to another took much longer then we thought, due to the constant stops and the slow speed of the van. There were trucks always passing us on main roads. Otherwise, we accomplished what we wanted to, and we spent a really nice week seeing Ireland.

My wife, sister, and cousin booked an 8 day tour with 'My Ireland Tours'. We all had a fabulous experience. 'My Ireland Tour' worked with us in preparing our itinerary and ensured we were completely satisfied before we left. They booked us in first class hotels which included a night in the magnificent Lough Eske Castle. Our Driver, Kevin, was very personable and flexible with last minute changes. Kevin was always very professional and had a wealth of information about all our sights. I can't imagine booking an Ireland tour with a different company.

Elizabeth Boscaino

Kevin L. was a wonderful tour guide and driver for all 8 days we toured off the usual trails. We had a remarkable 'cousins' trip to see towns our ancestors came from. Five stars for all hotels, castles, restaurants and of course Kevin! Such a welcoming and beautiful country

Kelvin Rogers

We did the castles tour, stayed in 2 great castles! Excellent food everywhere, wonderful tours, only raining one day at rock of Cashel but the guide there was fantastic. A shout out to our driver guide Sean, got us through a few tight sqeezes with the bus, and was very informative about Irish history. We highly recommend My Ireland tours and hope to come again!!!!

Sophie Peterson

We chose My Ireland Tours after reading the positive reviews and the amazing price and we weren't disappointed. From the time we booked and all communication following their service was exceptional. Then it was time for our tour…We stayed in fabulous hotels and castles, ate delicious food and most of all, visited amazing places. All this was possible due to the expert driving and knowledge of our guide Paddy, he made our trip more interesting with all the information he shared and his ability to drive and park in narrow streets, which at times seemed impossible. Truly the trip of a lifetime. Thank you Paddy and all the My Ireland Tour.

Kathleen Rielly

This was a thoroughly enjoyable trip, accommodations were extremely comfortable, quite luxurious in fact, and delicious meals. Our guide Tony was very pleasant, professional, good humored and knowledgeable. He insured that everything ran smoothly to optimize our experience. I enjoyed the itinerary, particularly the demonstrations of sheep herding by a shepherd and his dogs, the weaving, crystal cutting and Belleek pottery making, and bell ringing at Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin. Also noteworthy is the Derry city tour hosted by Ronan McNamara. Kylemore Abbey and the Kerry Bog Village visits were also highlights. Tony recommended the Irish Musical show ,which was optional and was a very enjoyable and memorable evening. Well worth attending. There were 26 of us on a comfortable bus . The group was congenial and punctual which certainly is essential to a good trip. We were blessed with glorious weather which also had a very positive impact on our tour. I would highly recommend this trip. My cousin and I are considering repeating it or another with My Ireland Tours.

Shannon Whitley

My Ireland Tour was a great way too maximize our time in Ireland. Our driver, Kieron, went above and beyond to ensure we had an awesome experience. I highly recommend using My Ireland Tours. You will not be disappointed and you will only have to focus on having fun.

Great tour, good information about Northern Ireland. Our driver and tour guide Gary was very helpful and provided plenty of information. Hotels were all comfortable, and the food was excellent. Recommend the tour.

Joyce MacLeod

The Trip of a Lifetime!! We chose My Ireland Tour because of the existing fantastic reviews and we were not disappointed! This was our first ever coach tour and we were not sure of what to expect! This tour and this company exceeded all expectations! Brian Treanor was our driver/guide and we knew from the first moment that we were in skilled hands…a driver extraordinaire, a knowledgeable guide, a comedian, a kind, caring person who ensured we were well cared for and comfortable and who made every day special by going above and beyond!! Did we get what we paid for? Absolutely! In spades! Would we travel with this company again? Absolutely!! We have recommended this company and the 14-day tour to friends and strangers alike who ask about our time in Ireland.

Theron James

Great experience! Weather was perfect!! Our original guide had a family crisis the day before our tour began but the company scrambled and found our substitute guide Liam, and our driver Eddie and we didn't miss anything! They were both fantastic!!! Liam was full of knowledge about Ireland and went above and beyond to look after our group. He and Eddie were super friendly and both of them were cracking jokes often. It was an incredible tour and I would highly recommend My Ireland Tours.

Palma Eisner

The castles that we stayed in were AMAZING. The rooms were elegant and spacious and the food was delicious. If you want to do falconry or spa services I suggest that you book ahead on the castle websites. Our group was very friendly and punctual which added greatly to the enjoyment of this tour. The bus was somewhat comfortable because it wasn't full and if no one was behind you, you could recline your seat. The bathroom on the bus wasn't working but we had amble bathroom stops. Toni, our tour guide, was humorous and he taught us songs. However, he showed favoritism to some passengers. Some of our stops were too long and other places we would have preferred a longer stop but this is normal for group tours. All in all, we really enjoyed our tour of Ireland and would recommend this tour.

Nancy Chavez

September 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

1st rate tour company in Ireland! Our fist time in Europe and this tour company was the best! Starting with this being a family owned company, they were all so attentive to our needs and all of our questions. Our driver Eamon was literally the best! So knowledgeable, funny and we felt like he made our trip so special! Ireland is beautiful, the Irish people were so kind and generous. Plus, we made lifelong friends with people on our tour. It was truly a trip of a trip of a lifetime! Thank you 'MY IRELAND TOUR'.

Coleen Fletcher

Second time on a small group tour with this company. They are wonderful. So easy to book, so easy to pay, so easy to enjoy. The office staff is always there to answer any questions before, during or after your tour. Both times the tour guides were so knowledgeable and professional. I highly recommend My Ireland Tours!

Angela Reeves

This was a fantastic tour of Ireland and would fully recommend it. Our driver/tour guide Tony was so informative and knowledgeable. He was so friendly and polite and his sense houmour was great. He took us to some really great places and we had a wonderful itinerary for 9 days. Our fellow passengers were a great group of people.?We toured the whole of Ireland and saw unspoilt beauty, it is such a beautiful country and would come back again. The hotels we stayed at was more than 5star and the food was amazing. The deluxe Ireland tours are the bestest ever.

Haran Silversten

My wife and I took our three married children and spouses on a ten day trip around Ireland celebrating our 50th anniversary. Our driver Brian was beyond our expectations. He was always on time, he was funny and made this trip the most memorable it could be.our accommodations were wonderful and we are sad that the top mark is five stars because it deserved 10 stars. Thank you Kristal for your help making this a trip of a lifetime for my wife and I and our children.

Dionne Seiler

Best Tour Company in Ireland! This is our second tour with My Ireland Tour. Our first was in 2019 and we were heading back to UK area for a wedding this year and decided to make another trip to Ireland. Eric is great to work with, very accommodating and puts together a great schedule. Both times we did a private tour with 8 people the first time and this time we had 9. The vehicles are very nice, comfortable and spacious. Our driver, David was very friendly and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend My Ireland Tour!!!

Carla mayhugh

Gary, our tour guide, was fantastic. We highly recommend My Ireland Tour.

Kristel on behalf of our group I want to express our thanks to you and My Ireland Tours for designing a tour to Ireland that was beyond our Wildest dreams. The visit was wonderful, awesome, epic, we can't really find the best adjective to use. It was great!! And Pat Doyle is a real gem. He took us on the back roads, got to sites before the big busses, and added stops based on our conversations. Like a visit to a chocolate factory with taste testing, or stopping by a man making St Bridgett's cross, finding a jewelry store that had St Bridgett's cross pendants, tickets to Killarney's Celtic Dance Show, or a woolen store to buy wool thread!! And pointing out sites for our personal interests, crazy about stone fences, houses and cottages in the countryside, and geological wonders at each stop for our geologist member. Thank you Kristel, and Pat, and My Island tours. We had a great, awesome, wonderful, epic time!

Connie Healy

We recently completed our first bus tour and could have not selected a better company then My Ireland Tour to travel with. Our tour took us for 10 wonderful days through Ireland with Tom Lavin as our driver and tour guide. He made our holiday one we will never forget, and we came home with such a better understanding of Ireland past and present. Thanks to all who made our holiday so memorable.

John Hoefling

First, our tour guide, Harry, was top flight. He was full of local history. He drove the bus superbly. He went out of his way to accommodate every request. He was always on time. He was friendly and, at the end of every day, checked to make sure that everyone had a good day and made certain that we all knew what the evening's and next day's schedules were. Second, there was a wide variety of activities from sightseeing overviews of the various cities and tours of landmarks to time spent driving the scenic byways and stops for learning about bog village life, distillery and beer brewing processes, glass making, and the Irish immigrant story at EPIC, among other things. When we were placed in the hands of a local guide to show us a particular site, he or she was always knowledgeable and engaged. Third, the accommodations ran from above average to superb. The food was always good. The menu selections were limited but there was always something for everyone. The hotel and restaurant staffs were always attentive and accommodating.

John Armstead

Getting to sample a number of various cities/town/counties in Ireland was very beneficial to understanding the culture and dynamic nature of its history. We had plenty of time to effectively capture the people, sounds and flavors at each stop. Our bus driver (Eamonn Broderick) was a wealth of knowledge regarding the countries history, culture and each cities uniqueness. To say he was a total Professional is an understatement.

Miles Davis

I enjoyed my 10 day tour with the my Ireland tour group, it was amazing seeing many of the beautiful country! Our bus driver was one of the best guides I've had on a trip, he was very knowledgeable and has a great personality! If I return to Ireland I hope he would be my guide again! Thank you very much!!

John MacIntyre

Due to Covid our planned trip to Ireland via 'My Ireland Tour' was postponed for two full years. Finally this September we said it was time to go and and we experienced one of the absolute best times using 'My Ireland Tour'. Accommodations, food sights and scenery were fantastic. The tour bus only allowed for 26 people so we could all space out and not feel cramped together. Our tour guide Eamonn was one of the highlights of our experience. His knowledge, wit and humor made our trip memorable. Kudos to 'My Ireland Tour' and to Eamonn for making the two year wait worth while!

What a fantastic 10-day tour of Ireland! Thank you to My Ireland Tour for creating such a well-organized and enjoyable tour, from the itinerary (well-paced and diverse) to the hotel accommodations and meals. My favorite kind of vacation, where I only need to show up and the rest is taken care of. Special thank you to Tom Lavin, our tour guide and driver, who made the visit especially fun and memorable. Lastly, thank you to everyone on the tour bus - it was a great experience to share with you all.

Josh Raines

Ronald J Clarke

I have never been on a tour of any description before but a friend of mine his Irish wife suggested that to do what I wanted to do I should book myself a seat on a coach tour, so the on the last day of May 2021 I booked myself on a My Ireland Tour (14days) for August this year. Did I get value for my money you bet I did Hotels were excellent Meals were superb Attractions visited well thought off Driver/ Guide Gaery the absolute best I have never been treated the way I and my fellow 25 travellers were before I felt like royalty. I'm already thinking of doing something similar next year location not sure possibly the United States Once again My Ireland Tours many many thanks

Nancy Erikson

If you want to see a great representation of everything Ireland has to offer, you can't do better than My Ireland Tour! Our guide was Tony and he was terrific, making us feel welcome in this beautiful country right from the start. The tour itself was an amazing blend of culture, history, nature and fun! It was a perfect blend of scheduled tours and time to explore on our own. I have already recommended this tour to many of my friends and family! Thank you for making my first experience in Ireland so wonderful and memorable!

Took the 10 day tour. Our guide/driver Tom is AMAZING!!! He's so nice and so funny!! The tour was well planned and well organized. I learned lots of interesting history and stories about Ireland from Tom. He even gave us a little good bye gift with map marked with places we went to and some local chocolate. Tom is the best!! Had a great time!! Highly recommend the tour!

Nick Witkowich

Top shelf tour. All accommodations and siters were great. Well worth the price and time. great vacation. George the driver/tour guide was phenomenal.

Excellent trip on all fronts; accomodations, transportation, our guide and the sights. Will recommend to others.

Jen Elliott

We were very, very disappointed in this Castles tour. It consisted of mostly being in a bus from 9 to 6 on bad roads. The driver was very nice but he was not a guide and usually did not go into any sites. We were told the bathroom in the bus was for emergency only. We did stay in two castles, one that was not set up for travelers, ie, tiny or moldly rooms. It was an hour and a half from anywhere. The other was Abbeyglen which was FABULOUS. it appears this company just outsources a driver/bus so doesn't really plan much but staying in two castles two nights. The Rock of Cashel was outstanding due to the guide there.

Kathy Fritz

What an amazing tour company! We had the visit to Ireland of a lifetime, thanks to Shauni and our driver, David Breen. So much to see and experience. The castles were amazing as well as the meals!!! This is truly 5 Star tours! Thank you again for our great Ireland adventure!

Ron and I would highly recommend Ireland Tours! Our driver/guide was Enda. He was informative, caring and funny. We enjoyed Enda as much as we enjoyed the beautiful landscapes he took us to. We had a rough start at the Dublin airport. Had to wait 2 1/2 hours for our luggage. Enda soon made us forget our troubles by taking us to a quaint pub in the middle of nowhere. Ron and I consider Enda a true friend and we wish him all the best and many blessings. Hope to see him again someday. SLAINTE!! Your new friends, Ron & Diana

Tess Schneier

I thank my lucky stars that I chose My Ireland Tour to fulfill my long held dream of visiting Ireland. Ireland and its people were as amazing and wonderful as one always hears. But this Tour led by its driver/guide, Tom Lavin, was exceptional. Well organized, very informative, superb destinations, nicely paced, high quality accomodations and meals… it was a priceless experience. Tom's passion for his country and his unbelievable breadth of knowledge about it made for a tour I will never forget.

Larry Partelow

Tony is the best! Great driver, historian, comical, vocalist, knowledgeable and became a friend to us all. The tour was outstanding! You took great care in all the logistics making our tour one to always remember. Thank you

Elizabeth & Rick Teaff

Beautiful top of the line accommodations! Great scenery. This is a classy operation. We loved our tour Guide, George. He was so accommodating. We had been traveling for 3 months so we had more luggage than the porters would handle in the hotel. So George arranged so we could store extra luggage on the bus. Also, there were several people on the trip who kept leaving personal items behind such as rings and purses. George ensured that other tour guides in the area were able to retrieve the items and then we picked them up at the next stop. What a great experience!!

Jeanette Shimeld

Wonderful trip & Michael was a great tour leader. Trip was all I could hope for, history, beautiful sights, comfortable roomy bus, high quality accommodation - though at times lots of walking to get to rooms - I suppose this can be expected when you get to stay in a castle! Meals good, only suggestion would be to possibly make days a little shorter to avoid rush to meet dinner times. Nothing was too much trouble for Michael, he was always well prepared for the day & despite some challenging situations he maintained a friendly, professional attitude throughout the entire trip Lots of jokes & excellent camaraderie. Thoroughly recommend the trip

lars sorensen

We enjoyed our Ireland tour immensely, lover the castle accommodation and dropped two day excursions to enjoy the luxury facilities eg massage jacuzzi golf. We thought the driving was a bit long a couple of days even though our driver Colm tried to keep us entertained with his vast knowledge of the land and history. They do talk a bit funny though like you don't say 'yes' you respond with 'I'. We recommend My Ireland Tour and our driver/guide Colm.

Carolyn McConnell

Our visit to Ireland was fantastic due to the great planning of My Ireland Tour. We had a wonderful time, made many memories seeing the points of interest that Ireland is well known for. Our driver/tour guide, Tony, was phenomenal! He was most personable, humorous and shared in-depth knowledge about Irish history. Also, quite skilled at driving the tour bus on the many narrow roads. The tour bus was comfortable with plenty of room to spread out. All the hotel accommodations were comfortable, the breakfasts were hearty with a variety of food selections, the dinners were complete from starters to dessert. You did not leave the table hungry. The group of people on the tour soon became friends. By the end of the trip e-mail addresses were exchanged. We are looking forward to our next trip, it will be My Ireland Castle Tour. Thank you My Ireland Tour for making our trip to Ireland most memorable.

My family and I took the 10 day Ireland tour staying in castles and manor homes all the way. What a great trip and tons of fun. Only 14 on the bus so there was plenty of room to spread out. Colum our tour guide was wonderful and extremely knowledgeable . It was a good pace and we did cover a lot of territory with beautiful scenery along the way. Mid week we were able to visit the village of Cong (on our own) to visit where they filmed The Quiet Man,and we didn't miss any of the tour. I highly recommend this trip. We had a great bunch of people on this trip so it made it all so memorable .

August 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Our six-day tour of Ireland was the best travel adventure of my life!!! Absolutely the best! The itinerary ticked off so many places we wanted to see in Ireland. The pace was brisk . . . but, it had to be in order to fit so many places in. Best of all was our tour guid/driver, George. He truly cared about every single person on board and how they were doing. He was extremely professional is how he carried out his responsibilities. George managed each and every day and every single stop so well. It helped keep us on track and that allowed us to do more. We were a little skeptical about signing on for a tour (we usually manage everything ourselves); however, this tour allowed us to gaze out the window and take in the beautiful scenery while someone else dealt with the twisty and turning roads. We never had to think about parking. If the cost of the tour only covered transportation I would have been a satisfied customer . . . but, this provided so much more. Comfortable hotel accommodations, travel information, history of Ireland, and much much more! We couldn't be happier with our experience!

Ronald Cozzi

Our MyIreland tour was excellent. We highly recommend it. Our tour director/driver Tony was absolutely the best from the airport pick up to drop off. Tony was so knowledgeable, kind, patient and he even sings. The entire bus was very happy.

Brigitte Bates

We traveled as a family of four, from ages 30 to 70, and we whole heartedly would recommend this tour. Our guide, Pat Prendergast, was wonderful, informative and an excellent coach driver. Very happy with our lovely tour of Ireland and we felt we got to see many beautiful locations along the way.

Jan Carlson

What an amazing 10 days with Tony, our delightful & caring tour guide & driver. He was funny, charming, entertaining, a walking encyclopedia, kind & flexible. He never failed to check with each of us constantly to ensure we were comfortable and well taken care of. This tour was so comprehensive and thorough. We had a delay at the crystal factory and had very little time in Adare (which I had become very enamored with 4 yrs ago), but visiting Cong was right up there on my bucket list & I'm so grateful to Tony for that experience. I knew this would be the right tour for me and my best friend, and I was absolutely right!!

The castle stays were fabulous - beautiful grounds, gourmet food, excellent service. The K Club was the poshest, most luxurious hotel we've ever stayed in - and we've stayed in hundreds. Our guide George greatly enhanced our trip with his boundless knowledge. All in all, truly a five star experience.

Irina Simpson

My family participated in 'My Ireland Tour's Tour of Castles during August 14th - 20th week. We discover the best of Emerald Country - beautiful Ireland. Our driver and guide, Mr. Philip Butterly, is very attentive, custom oriented, knowledgeable person. We are sending special thanks to Philip. History, meals, overall experience was only positive! People of Ireland are outmost friendly with excellent sense of humor. Travel Ireland, everyone!!! Simpsons.

Sally Newberry

We have just returned from our 14 day tour and have had an amazing trip. The hotels were of a high standard with no lengthy check ins. Cases were unloaded and reloaded for us every time. Three choices for starter and main courses at each meal. Food was generally very good. Breakfast was usually buffet style and had plenty of choice.The tour itself was excellent and took us to a huge variety of places to suit everyone on our bus. Our driver/guide Garry was very knowledgeable and was very patient and helpful.I would thoroughly recommend this tour to anyone wanting a full Irish experience.

We organized a private tour with My Ireland Tour for our 3 generation family of 8 using one of their 9 pasenger vans with guide/driver Michael Coleman. Everything worked out perfectly- Michael was prompt, courteous, very knowledgeable and went out of his way to make sure we had a great experience. The hotel selections were excellent- always centrally located and Michael picked wonderful lunch stops and made very appropriate recommendations for evening dining. We were worried the van would be cramped for tall party members but it worked out great- lots of legroom, very comfortable with onboard wifi and usb ports. All in all a great experience and a very memorable trip! We would highly recommend My Ireland Tour and the services of Michael and Eric O'Gorman= our main contact with the company

Sarah Johnson

The Blarney Stone but no Blarney! We were first timers on this tour and very impressed. As someone of Irish parentage I was worried the tour might turn out an artificial 'touristy' experience but was very pleased - I felt we had an authentic taste of Ireland and our guide Pat was lovely, knowledgeable and organised. Hotels were excellent and we saw a lot of Ireland. All in all a great holiday.

Dorothy Newcomb

Excellent!!! We were going all day most days, but saw so much more than I ever expected. Highly recommend.

Susan Woodward

Paddy was an experienced, knowledgeable, and personable driver and guide. This was my second tour with My Ireland Tours, and both were outstanding highlights in my travel experiences! While fast paced, we still were able to immerse into the experiences. I absolutely recommend My Ireland Tours!!

Cassie Boddy

As first-timers to Ireland, we are beyond impressed with the 6-day tour. We were able to see so much in a short amount of time. Pat was our guide and he was amazing! Can't wait to visit again!

marci cunningham

Finally got to take our 2020 covid trip to Ireland. This company was really helpful to get us postponed and then refunded and then re-booked throughout. Once we finally got there our small personal genealogy tour through the non-touristy parts of Ireland was fantastic. Ken was our guide and he was fun, knowledgeable and flexible. The Leslie Castle was new for this tour and well worth the stop, 4 star Michelin meal. Overall, so glad we finally got there and would use this company again and again!!

Gord Huston

Fantastic experience with My Ireland. Our driver Peter was excellent. The hotels and restaurants were very good. This company pays close attention to the important details and delivers what they promise. I would highly recommend. We had 9 family members on our tour and each and every one of us give My Ireland a 5 star rating.

This was one of the best tours I've ever been on! Pat was the best tour guide, very thoughtful and thorough!

Cynthia Yashinski

We really had a wonderful time on our tour. We did the small group Ancient Ireland via Ring of Kerry tour, and David O'Neill was our guide. He was super knowledgeable, a great story teller, and hilarious. He was also very timely and a safe driver. We really enjoyed all the stops, learned a lot, and made a lot of wonderful memories. I would highly recommend, without reservation, doing a tour with this company.

Definitely 5 Stars, from beginning to end. I corresponded first with Shauni and then with Eric to arrange everything and it was all perfect. I asked the rest of the group, my siblings and 2 nieces, for their opinions also and here are a few of their answers: It couldn't have been better, covered so much more that I imagined. The accommodations were first class, the intermittent stops that were added to our major requests were all terrific We didn't feel any pressure to hurry, could stroll at our own pace and still get to everything. Loved Springview House and Eileen! Enjoyed our walk with Vincent by the beach. And of course Raymond! He was informative, patient, accommodating - just the most fantastic! Our only regret is just booking for 6 days instead of 10. We just booked for 6 because John couldn't stay longer but we could have dropped him at the airport and just kept going. And of course we would have wanted that to be with Raymond. Loved the whole thing and if ever we can get back to Ireland or Scotland again we will certainly contact My Ireland Tour! We all think you are just wonderful!

Absolutely everything about this tour was amazing. It was literally a new adventure every day. Our guide doubled as a History Professor with incredible knowledge of every area we explored. The scenery was stunning and can't wait to go back!

Natalie Marionneaux

Ireland was great. Got to see ALOT. BUT... Bus driver/guide - not so much. Did not introduce himself to the bus, welcome or give us an intro on anything at start of tour. Was more like a drill sergeant around time (which I understand schedules are important; but it was his manner). Never reviewed schedule of the day to let us know the plan on anyway. On one day only gave us 30 minutes to visit 1 whole town and then another day gave us 2.5 hours to visit 1 STORE. 2+ hours? 1 store? That's BS. And then did not take us to couple places on our itinerary. Like I said, Ireland was great. Hotels were great. Bus not overcrowded. Not thrilled with the driver. Oh, and he wouldn't let us use the toilet on the bus.

Kathryn Patricia Daniel

Brilliant 10 day trip across Ireland. The chauffeur Brian was absolutely outstanding and seemed like part of the group throughout the trip. He was kind and generous with tails of Ireland at the various local sites. Many stops and sights included in the price as well as proper breakfasts, dinners and a few lunches. Overall the hotels were good and clean. Everyone on the trip were open and we had a wonderful time. However, we did find the somewhat hidden chauffeur gratuity expectations (10-20 Euros per person per day) to be quite expensive as we had already paid quite a bit for the trip, and it made us wonder what the actual salary of the chauffeur is. Also it did not seem optional. We did not realise the gratuity expectations until end of the trip when some other guests mentioned it. I will still keep the rating at 5 stars as it was not the fault of the chauffeur.

My wife and another couple toured Ireland for the first time. the tour was remarkable. Tom our tour guide was great and provide great insight during our adventure. There was never a time that we were not moving or sightseeing. All accommodations were well planned and first class. I have travel internationally often and this was definitely my best vacation. Thank you Ireland Tours.

Jenna Bettis

When we first decided that we wanted to visit Ireland, we thought we would rent a car and explore on our own. After seeing the roads there, we are very glad that we found My Ireland Tour! They offered an extensive itinerary that hit on all of the major sites to see, but our driver, Tony McGoey, always had something extra to add. Our trip was absolutely amazing and we met some wonderful people along the way, but Tony helped to make it extra special. He has an amazing knowledge of everything Ireland and was more than happy to share it with us as well as tell some jokes, sing to us and make us laugh. He truly is a special part of My Ireland Tour. I can honestly say I have never eaten as much as I did while I was on this trip, and the food was very good. The one thing I would suggest is that there be more variety in the meals from hotel to hotel as it did become repetitive. Thank you My Ireland Tour for providing us a wonderful trip and we will definitely return! I would 100% recommend My Ireland Tour and wish everyone to have as much craic as we did. (My daughter and I at the Cliffs of Moher and Tony enjoying his pint of milk).

This tour company was so amazing that I'm already planning another tour with them next year. Our driver Tom was so incredible very knowledgeable and humorous..he made the drives very enjoyable! You can't go wrong with this company!

Leland Martin

Overall a great trip, highly recommended. Some days a little rushed and long. Kinitty Castle very picturesque but rooms not well maintained. Tom is a talented tour guide and driver.

I just wanted to let you know what a wonderful time we had on our Ancient Ireland tour that you arranged for our family. The places that you lined up for us to stay in were absolutely wonderful. The meals, the side excursions and the beautiful Ireland countryside were so enjoyable I can hardly describe them fully. But, as good as everything that I have mentioned, the BEST part of our trip was our driver/guide, Peter Kelly. From the beginning to the end of the tour he was so enjoyable, knowledgeable and witty. He had stories of the Irish past of just about every area that we visited, knew of local restaurants, pubs, places of interest, etc that, if we had been on our own, we never would have found out about. As one of our party stated we could have interviewed one hundred people to be our driver/guide and could not have picked a better one. Again, thank you for all of your help in setting up possibly the best vacation we have ever had and making the first overseas trip for my daughter and her husband such a fantastic experience. Would it be possible for you to send me the name and email address for the company that Peter works for as I would like to let them know also what a great employee they have.

jean edwards

Outstanding company to tour with, Paddy the guide and driver was the best and our group was great to be with.

Nadine Boyes

A fabulous 10 Days, we saw it all. My highlight of the trip was the coach driver 'Brian', he was not only a delightful person inside & out he knew his stuff, kept us amused & cared & shared. There was a cross range of people on board & everyone was given respect & great service. Ireland tours were very well organised & nothing was not thought of. If you are after a brilliant tour of Ireland, this tour is for you.

Tour was wonderful.Tour guide was knowledgeable and interesting. Never dull. My first but not last bus tour. Enjoyed my vacation immensely and met some truly wonderful people also. Never would have seen or done as many things on my own. Thanks for a memorable experience!

Lisa Haines

MIT was fantastic! Truly enjoyed my trip to Ireland. This was my first tour, the number of passengers was perfect, the bus was very comfortable, our driver/tour guide David was knowledgeable, organized, helpful, engaging and had a keen sense of humor! I enjoyed the stops we made, appreciated the accommodations, although most did not have a/c, the breakfasts and dinners all very enjoyable. Our last accommodation at a farmhouse didn't meet my expectations, although the hostess herself and her meals were stunning! I would certainly recommend My Ireland Tours!

sal SalvatoreA

This trip was the first time I chose to go on a tour and I'm so glad I did. The trip was beyond my expectations. The sites we visited, the places we stayed, and the food we ate were five star. The guide (bus driver), Paddy was unbelievable. His knowledge of each city gave me a deeper perspective of Scotland and Ireland. I always felt safe in his hands. The other tour guides were amazing with their historical knowledge, delivering the information in a friendly and courteous manner. I forged so many new friendships with the other people on our tour. I felt we were like a family. The countryside and people were beyond belief. This tour is a MUST for anyone who wishes to see Scotland and Ireland. I highly recommend it.

Athena Depper

It was one of the best experiences of my life. I am so glad that I decided to go with My Ireland Tour. Our travel guide was very knowledgable, and had a very fun and funny personality. He made the trip even better. And the choices of the various stops were amazing.

Tim Kidwell

July 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

A wonderful experience, from start to finish. So many great memories we'll carry with us! Our driver/guide, John, was a delight – knowledgeable, resourceful and fun. I'm very happy to recommend My Ireland Tours to my friends!

Catherine Shalaby

We really enjoyed our tour! The sites selected really gave us a wonderful overview of Irish history, culture and people. Our driver-guide was excellent! He was knowledgeable, personable and funny. The bus was luxurious. Only complaints: we needed more time at several sites, but time was short due to restrictions on how long the driver could be on duty. The hotels were very good, but most did not have AC - note to Americans (and everyone else in this time of climate change). Breakfasts were excellent & dinners were generally good, if not exciting.

Jan Goldman

We just returned from our trip to Ireland and can't say enough great things about it. Despite the flight delays, which were outside of everyone's control, our tour guide/driver, Tony McGoey, worked with us to make sure we didn't miss any more time from the scheduled itinerary. After reconnecting with the group, we started traveling around the island. The stops were impressive and well scheduled with interesting history, funny stories, and impressive commentary throughout from Tony. He made us laugh, taught us some engaging facts, and included some traditional Irish songs just to keep things lively. We had terrific and hot weather, which made the lack of air-conditioning in some hotels rather uncomfortable. The lack of fans in some hotels is really my only complaint. The high temperatures and sticky, humid, hotel rooms made it difficult to sleep. Fortunately, Tony did a great job keeping spirits high when we were back on the bus each day! I will definitely be returning as I loved this trip!

Marilyn Sullivan

The only way to describe this tour is luxurious. Our tour guide Paddy was knowledgeable about the history and culture of Ireland. I would recommend this tour.

Cheryl Given

MyIrelandTours ten day tour met my expectations and more. Our driver/guide Harry was wonderful and very knowledgeable of the area and his country. The biggest disappointment was not being able to see the Cliffs of Moher due to heavy fog. But you can't stop Mother Nature. I, myself, would prefer walking around in Dublin more, maybe a drop off on Grafton Street instead of going to Guinness. Or at least have that option. I'm not a beer drinker so the time spent there was very long. But over all the trip was wonderful. I would definitely recommend it to friends.

Dr. Irvine Nugent

I did some extensive research before organizing our recent trip to Ireland. My Ireland Tour was mentioned a few times so I checked them out and decided to use them plan an 11 day tour for a group of 16. I worked with Kristel on planning the tour and found her simply wonderful. She was full of helpful recommendations and options at every stage. The tour itself was magical. Our coach/guide was Ben Sullivan and he could not have been better. What's more he entertained us with song throughout the trip. The accommodations were top class and the food was 5 star. If you are thinking of going on a tour of Ireland or organizing your own private tour then look no further than My Ireland Tour.

Bruce Berger

This truly was a trip of a life time and My Ireland Tours made it so easy. We took 8 wonderful days in southern Ireland and saw so many wonderful sights and met so many wonderful people. This was a family trip with my wife and daughter and son in law and it produced memories that we will share together for ever. All of the accommodations were five star and our guide Pat was wonderful. This was my 70th birthday celebration and it was the best birthday gift I could have ever imagined. Thank you Eric and My Ireland Tours for a wonderful experience.

Diana Thompson

Best best best trip ever!!! Best driver Raymond!!!! 100% customer service oriented company. Thank you so much!!!

Liz Kirkman

Best tour ever! I cannot say enough good things about this tour company. Everyone from the office is great and so helpful. Our tour guide and driver Tony was so amazing. Tony was a true joy to listen too and be around. He taught us so much about the Republic of Ireland and it's history. Best driver award to Tony as well. I would do this tour again in a heartbeat or one of their other tours they offer on my next visit!

Cathy Romeo

Our recent trip to Ireland far far exceeded our expectations. Like many, we had been planning for multiple years due to Covid. Kristel stuck with us the whole time and was incredibly helpful. Mick our driver/tour guide was fantastic. He never was at a loss for fun stories or facts about each location that we were traveling to. During the planning portion I asked Kristel to please give us a fun guide. We are a friendly group and were looking for fun, adventure, and great scenery/locations. This trip did not disappoint in any way. I plan many trip sand have traveled extensively and I can honestly say that I could not have asked for any thing more. Thank you so much to Kristel, Mick and everyone else at MyI Ireland Tour. I highly recommend them. Sincerely, Cathy

Alison Lechner

Amazing! This tour was everything we hoped it would be and more! Our tour guide, Tony McGoey, was the perfect guide: funny, informative, a fantastic driver, and had a great singing voice! He would sing us some Irish folk songs and kept us laughing throughout. This tour was perfect! We saw so many things every day, learned so much about Irish history, and really felt immersed in the country. I liked that we moved towns every 2 days and explored so many locations on the bus daily. I would HIGHLY recommend this trip to anyone who wants to go to Ireland. It never felt touristy, but gave us a great feel for so much. We enjoyed every minute!

Karen Jewett

We toured the southern loop of Ireland with our amazing tour guide, Tony! The 10 day trip was filled with laughter, history, sights, dancing and singing. Day after day the sights were breathtaking but the way Tony managed our tour made the experience even more memorable!

Debbie Martin

Truly an amazing journey! It was well organized, flowed correctly and our driver Paddy was knowledgeable, humorous, frank, and a very good driver who cared about our safety first. Really was something! The hotels were clean and ready for us as we arrived, occasionally the dinner hour was later than we were accustomed, but always delicious and plentiful. Love the large bus - small group concept, as this gives everyone a window if they like and keeps the group manageable. Thanks My Ireland Tours - I would absolutely recommend your tour line. Debbie - one of the Canadian sisters

Sally Dillon

I just wanted to write to let you know our tour was fantastic!! I can't thank you enough for your patience and help with planning this trip. I will tell you that I was nervous because I had never dealt with your company before and was concerned that all that was promised would not be delivered. I was foolish to have worried! Your attention to detail and suggestions for the tour route made this a trip my family will never forget. Being able to add stops in Portstewart and Dungiven was particularly meaningful for my husband. We did meet relatives while there and visited the church in which my husband's great grandparents were married. The Joyce Sheepdog demonstration was a huge hit with everyone but especially my grandsons. Colm was a wealth of information and we appreciated his patience with the little guys. He truly went above and beyond! Again, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your assistance in making this a most memorable trip and one we will not soon forget!

Julie Yoder

We toured the north with our wonderful driver Raymond. We started in Dublin, went north up the coast, around to Londonderry/Derry, on to Galway, then back across to Dublin. Raymond was engaging, entertaining, and is an amazing, amazing driver. He is careful and courteous in this driving, and when a detour took us down a narrow street, he kept calm and squeezed us through. He was great with kids and seniors alike. Most appropriate and helpful, and answered our endless questions with patience and grace. Thank you Raymond for making our trip a memorable one, you are a stellar ambassador for your country. Slainte, friends.

Michelle Tefft

Wonderful tour! Saw so many things it was hard to keep our days straight. Meals got kind of boring. Same things most nights. Was very happy I came in a day early to rest from my flights. That was well worth it to be fresh and ready for the tour.

My family and I recently returned from a two week My Ireland Tour trip to Ireland. This trip was in the works since 2020 but as you are aware COVID created many challenges. Kristel from My Ireland Tours worked with me to plan, plan again, and plan again until all details were locked in and set to go. She was flexible, responsive and did her best to make our trip one we will always remember. The hotels she booked were excellent and surprisingly the food at these establishments was very good. Most importantly, all hotels welcomed us with open arms and made our stay very comfortable and positive. It is important to note that our van driver had a last minute emergency and Kristel replaced him with John, an excellent tour guide, driver and addition to our group. I cannot say enough about John. I thank him for adding so much knowledge, fun and hospitality to our trip. Cheers John! The van we were given had mechanical issues our second day there. Kristel and John worked closely to get us a new van immediately. Kristel was in direct contact with me to be sure all details were handled and the van was satisfactory. My Ireland Tours was recommended to me. I give them my highest recommendation. Kristel worked through a myriad of challenges and logistics to make our trip great! Being our first trip to Ireland with a group of 14, I trusted My Ireland Tours and they came through in a big way! THANK YOU!

Charissa Woodrow

I absolutely love the My Ireland Tour! It was so easy to hop on the tour bus and be taken to so many beautiful places throughout Ireland without having to plan ourselves! Our tour guide was David Breen. He was amazing! Full of knowledge and very comedic! I highly recommend this tour! Well worth it!

Keith Robson

Appreciated the hub of 2 hotels to avoid daily handling of luggage, however that did mean tacking on at least a couple hours of travel to return to lodgings. Tour guide was knowledgeable and highly entertaining!

Brian Wilcox

We took a private 8 person 8 day tour with very vague instructions to the scheduler, 'We want to see castles, hear limericks and photograph all 40 shades of green.' They exceeded expectations and delivered a fun trip up through Belfast, Derry, Galway, then down into Ballynahinch and Dublin hitting places like the Giant's Causeway, Marble Arch Caves, and every back road possible. Our tour guide was considerate, informed, witty and delightful. If you're on the fence, don't be. These folks are top shelf quality professionals. Commit!

We are back from Ireland and have had a little sleep to recover! I wanted to reach out and say thank you so much for the wonderful trip you put together for us. The itinerary was great, and brought us close to the places we needed to explore. I can't imagine how we could have improved upon the route we took. It was a fully packed week, but we did manage to squeeze everything in. Raymond was an excellent driver/guide. He was totally professional, very personable, and really went out of his way to meet all of our requests for stops, shopping, photo ops, etc. He was an incredible artist behind the wheel, getting us in and out of all kinds of narrow, challenging spots (and believe me we came up with some challenges for him) ! 'Mad skills' was a phrase that came up often! On behalf of my cousins and myself, we thank you so much for all the help you've been over the last few years, planning, scheduling, cancelling, re-planning, etc. At some points it wasn't clear we'd ever be able to pull this off, but you made our dreams come true Thank you, and be sure I will sing your praises, and that of the entire My Ireland Tour team, to anyone I know looking to travel to Ireland.

Ann Prendergast

What an amazing tour. All the accommodations were top drawer. The food, while a limited selection, was prepared fantastically and was delicious. Our driver, Tony, was not only incredibly knowledgeable about Irish history, he was friendly, he was fun, he was prepared for anything that we asked about, he sang to us (and taught us a few Irish tunes), and most of all he was a good driver. I found Tony to be even more endearing because I was traveling alone and he took extra steps to see to my safety and to be sure I was prepared for anything that I had to encounter. Not only would I recommend My Ireland Tours, I would take another tour with them. Best 10 days of my life so far. Worth every penny.

This was an amazing trip. Tom our driver/guide was one of the best I've ever met. He was very knowledgeable. The 'extras' he added were some of the highlights of the trip. Any issues or needs he handled with such care that you never had a second thought about it. The tour company was excellent as well. They kept us well informed. This was our third try due to COVID-19. In all 3 years it took to get there Shannon kept us up to date. Their cancel/refund policies we above and beyond.

Lindsay King

Wonderful tour and tour guide. Loved how easy everything was, they transported the luggage at each hotel. Took care of the agenda and driving. The sights we saw were the perfect balance of history, small towns, beauty and the local culture. Had a wonderful time seeing Ireland and will definitely use this tour group again.

13 days end of May first week of June private family of 8 with two youngsters Organization...terrific Flexibility...excellent Value...worth every cent People (Shannon/Eric) are so easy to deal with. Accommodations were the best. Assisted with two night stay glamping on the Aran Islands. But here's the REAL DEAL...Ben Sullivan was our tour guide, driver, confidant, singer, story teller, historian who became 'one of our family' for two weeks. Ben made the trip a success all by himself. We feel you will not find a better operation than My Ireland Tours. We would not use anyone else.

Melanie Hall

Exceptional Properties, experienced driver and guide, marvellous itinerary, wonderful food, unique experience dining aboard the Orient Express train.

Kristi Ledbetter

June 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My husband, 2 kids, sister and parents went on the 10 day iconic tour of Ireland together and I would strongly recommend, without reservations, this trip to anyone. It was well organized, with a wonderful guide - Tom - who made sure everyone was okay, and who was very educated about Ireland and happy to share that knowledge. The accommodations and meals and excursions were perfect. The bus had wi-fi and air conditioning and felt comfortable. The worst part of the trip was the flight home.

Cris Stykel

Paddy is the absolute best tour-guide!! Knows everything from the Scots to the luscious greens of Ireland! As it was unexpected, my traveling companion needed to use a walker during this time…Paddy was so gracious to make the walker so easily available…He was so very helpful…Worth every penny!! Would have liked to peruse the Titanic Museum, but not available on this tour. Maybe next time…hint,hint!! The last two evenings of the tour were spent at a Country Club…so unimpressive I can't even remember the name…I'd NEVER stay there again! Love You Paddy!! You're the best!! Thanks for making this bucket-list trip the best it could ever be!!!

Susan Joyce

After having our tour postponed for almost 2 years, my friends and I have just returned from the 14-day Iconic Ireland and Scotland Tour. Pat P. was our amazing driver guide who took such good care of all of us. Pat's driving skills were superb and he was so knowledgeable about the history and customs of each country. I especially enjoyed his sense of humor and quick wit. Our small group of 17 really kept him on his toes and he was definitely up to the challenge!! Our hotel accommodations, (including a palace and a castle!) were top notch while the meals in the hotel restaurants were very good but did become somewhat repetitive. One suggestion would be to shorten the time spent on large city tours to allow more time at the venues we actually got to tour. All in all, this was a fabulous tour from beginning to end and I would highly recommend My Ireland Tours!

Kathleen Bernstein

From the moment we landed in Dublin to our return, we enjoyed every minute of our Northern Ireland excursion. The quality of the food and hotels exceeded our expectations. The sites along the way were so well paced and planned. We were immersed in the beautiful countryside and the trip activities. Tony was the ultimate tour guide, offering a very relaxed environment on the bus yet you knew he was totally on top of every detail. He also was extremely informative without being overwhelming. The office (Shauni) helped us plan and prepare so well and answered any questions we had on a timely basis. I highly recommend My Ireland Tour to anyone looking for a relaxed, informative, engaging vacation in beautiful Ireland. Thank you for memories that will last our lifetimes. Kathleen, Cameron and Max

Vince Bennett

This was our first experience with a private tour. We had booked a small tour (18 people) through a group we have traveled with several times, but wanted to have a few days before we joined them to do some personal things. Kevin met us at the airport and took us to our first hotel in Killarney. Our original hiking plans in the Killarney National Park fell through as my wife needs to have a hip replaced. He suggested we visit the Dingle peninsula. He took us on an excellent tour recommending a very good restaurant for lunch in Dingle. From Killarney we headed to County Cork. Kevin negotiated the backroads taking us to Rossmore, a small village with only eight families. He found a local woman who took us to a distant cousin's house. From there we visited my first grade teacher in Cork. She is an Irish nun who taught in California. This was followed by trip to another small village, Ballymacoda, where I had lunch with some distant cousins and had a pint in the old family pub (now under new management). Kevin helped get me to places off the beaten path. He also brought us to some amazing sights in Ireland. He helped us understand Irish culture much better than we would have on a bus tour. We enjoyed the experience so much that we are talking about another trip in a year or two. I should also mention the accommodations chosen for us in Killarney and Kinsale. Both were excellent experiences. Years ago I would have driven myself. It was so relaxing to leave the driving to Kevin. It was also nice to have someone who helped us find my relatives. I highly recommend My Ireland Tour.

Craig Britton

Had a great tour. David was the best, very informative about sites and the history of Ireland. Would recommend this tour to everyone, young and old.

Having just returned back to the States after completing a 9 day tour with My Ireland Tour I can unconditionally say Ireland is beautiful and using My Ireland Tour is the only way to see it. My wife and I, two daughters and 3 grandchildren took the private coach tour, it proved to be comfortable and extremely convenient, whether checking in at a hotel or at the many sights on our itinerary. Dave our driver did it all for us. The kids loved Dave, he was funny and had many anecdotes about the Irish culture and the country side. Kristel planned out a compressive tour of all the sites on our list plus more. I could go on and on about how great an experience it was seeing Ireland for the first time with My Ireland Tour but it's the memories with my family that we will cherish.

Great Touring company form Start to Finish. Great Driver - Great service . The itinerary was top notch ! Highly Recommend using My Ireland Tour.

Betty Perez

I took a 14 day Solo tour and was blown away. Made several friends and the tour guide John, never let me feel like a third wheel. His knowledge and passion of all things Ireland made this a very special trip. The accommodations were top notch, great staff in all the hotels. John gave us great tips on places to see in the evenings, recommending shows, pubs, shopping. Highly recommend this company and hands down John. Thanks for creating memories for a life time!

Stephen Hawke

OK so we have a weird group to start off that likes to get off the beaten path and see lighthouses and waterfalls and covered bridges in addition to all the normal tourist stuff. Go figure. Pretty well traveled and a bit independent and normally not a sit on the beach kind of crowd. So at the outset Shauni and the office staff worked with us to modify a standard tour to accommodate some of our quirks. We did some back and forth and ended up with just the right amount of everything and at an adjusted price we thought was more than fair. Then time to tour. John McSweeney - absolutely a first rate regular guy. Super history but also good stories and a way with the hotel and attractions people that really helps grease the inevitable skids when you need it. A bus for 15 for our group of 6 was perfect for taking gear off after the inevitable showers and drying things off as we rolled down the road. The accommodations- come on! Absolutely first rate everywhere including the days we were out in the middle of nowhere at B&B's. The Glasha Farmhouse- makes you want to till the soil ,milk the cows and shear the sheep! Not exactly a farmhouse with their gourmet food and amazing people if you catch our drift. And all the other accommodations and foods were similarly excellent. We covered a lot of ground over 10 days and could not have been happier. We were not on a bigger tour so can't comment on that but would highly recommend this organization for any types of small groups like we had as they are first rate in all phases of the planning and execution of an Ireland experience.

Celeste Garza

The trip to Ireland was for my mom's 65th birthday, and while she's always dreamed of visiting, we had no idea how unique our experience would be. We could not have asked for a better guide than Tony. Aside from the gorgeous landscapes, breathtaking hotels, and well-thought-out itinerary, Tony absolutely made the trip one we will cherish forever. His stories, songs, and genuine care for the country he came from will ensure we'll be back for years to come. We are very blessed to have had this adventure.

Dublinergal F

Our driver Paddy was the best and had a great personality. I loved all our stops except maybe Belfast. Most of the meals were good and also the service. My favorite hotel was Athol palace and would love to go back there. Not sure about 3 nights in a row never being able to unpack my suit case but I'm sure it's in the traveling itinerary that way to make some travel time. My only hiccup was arriving late for check-in and it would have been nice to enjoy some of the grounds at the 1 night hotels to really get a feel for the place. But I would highly recommend this to anyone to who has never been to Scotland and Ireland so they will know where to go back to.

Our tour was fantastic. We were a small group of only 7 on a large bus that could handle 45 so we got to spread out. Nials, our guide was a wealth of knowledge and gave us a great local taste of life in Northern Ireland. The hotels were all good, and the hotel breakfasts were great and the dinners were adequate to fill our bellies. Highly recommend.

Doug Yungblut

My Ireland Tour company was a fantastic company to travel in Ireland with. Kristel went to great lengths to help us with a fantastic itinerary; she was pleased to revise to accommodate us. Paddy, our driver/guide was amazing, a true gentleman, fun, witty and a wealth of knowledge about Ireland - both current and historical. Paddy went out of his way to accommodate us and even included a few wonderful surprises beyond the scheduled itinerary. We hated to leave Paddy behind, as much as we hated to leave Ireland!

Hayley Kazen

My Ireland Tour was a wonderful experience! Everything was perfectly planned from the time we were picked up at the airport. Our guide, Michael, was very knowledgeable and provided important historical information wherever our travels took us. We were also able to change the itinerary when necessary with no disruptions. It was the perfect vacation-we didn't have to plan or think about anything except what to eat at the wonderful castle hotel restaurants. I highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants a stress-free vacation in Ireland.

Pat Redmond

My husband and I just completed the 10 Day Iconic tour with Garey as our driver guide. The tour was very well organized, lovely hotels, food and excellent commentary from Garey. We liked the pace of the tour not rushed out the door, a nice mixture of sights, castles, natural wonders, and stops. MyIreland was extremely accommodating with the first cancellation in 2020. We appreciated level of ethics they displayed so much so that we rebooked with them when world events made it possible. Overall an amazing experience.

P. Scott Miller

My wife, Debbie, and I cannot say enough good things about My Ireland Tour. Our tour guide, Garey, was extremely knowledgeable about Ireland, he was funny, and he kept us safe down those winding narrow roads. After we returned home, I asked my wife how much the tour cost. I don't know how they arranged all of those quality hotels, all of that food, and all of the other things that were provided with the tour for the price we paid. This tour is an excellent value, and these are excellent people. Thank you My Ireland Tours for making our 25th wedding anniversary amazing and totally unforgettable.

Karen Steele

What a fabulous trip to Ireland thanks to My Ireland Tour and our tour guide, Patrick! We crammed a lot of sites into our 8 day trip, at our request, and none disappointed! Our tour guide Pat was kind, funny, and very knowledgable! He made small adjustments for us, yet still kept us on schedule! I would highly recommend My Ireland Tour for all your touring needs while visiting! They also kept in communication with us regarding our trip well in advance of us even arriving! Go to Ireland and use My Ireland Tour and ask for PAT!!

Jessica Farman

Not sure where to begin! Great tour, we had it originally scheduled for April 2020, and well, you know what happened. We finally had our trip in June 2022. Our tour guide, George is a pro. He is a walking encyclopedia, amazing historian, able to to weave history/storytelling/personal anectodes/music and more into an amazing adventure. He is a skillful and careful driver, good communicator and overall a PRO. We did the 6 day tour and had a few days to ourselves in Dublin afterwards. I highly recommend this tour group. The organization was easy to deal with , they were very responsive to questions/requests/ and emails. My only criticism is that I did not really like the Clayton hotels where we stayed, particularly the one in Limerick. I also did not particularly like Limerick. However, I understood why the location was chosen (easy to get to/from for day trips). The hotel lacked comfort, and the buffet was fair. I do know everyone is short staffed, not just in USA( this was all over Ireland) so perhaps this impacted operations. I would also recommend more time in Galway (we had approx 2 hours). I think that is a town worth spending at least half a day in. Anyway, just food for thought. Highly recommend My Ireland Tours!!! You won't be sorry!

Jackie Buno

What negatives can there be on a tour that includes Guinness and Jameson's? Seriously, the tour far exceeded our expectations. We felt that we saw all the major sights of the Republic of Ireland. Our tour guide, George, was personable and knowledgeable; he went above and beyond. Even the (comp) lunch was the best fish and chips we ever had. We are showing our photos to everyone and will not hesitate to recommend myireland.

Rhonda Meyers

Everything we requested was planned out with precision! Our driver, Patrick, was amazing!! He was professional, timely, knowledgeable and made our trip memorable. Kristel was able to coordinate alternate plans very quickly when weather interfered with our plans. Would highly recommend this company.

Jonathan Brennan

After our plans for a private family tour were delayed first by one, then two years due to covid, and the various issues that cropped up during that time. Kristel continued to work with us, making changes and being most helpful and encouraging. The wait was well worth it. We had an absolutely, special, amazing time seeing Ireland with our family. Sean O'Sulivan was the perfect driver/tour guide for our group. We made stops to try and discover some genealogy for multiple family members and Sean helped with researching some of those stops. He gave the right amount of information as he was driving, knowing when to talk and when not to. I would highly recommend My Ireland Tours. You won't be disappointed.

Susan Murphy

We did a 12-day private small group tour of Northern and the Republic of Ireland. Everything about it was a wonderful experience with My Ireland Tours and more specifically, David our driver/guide. We had ages from 14 to 70, and we all agreed this was the best family vacation we have ever taken. Kristel was flexible in planning and took in consideration all our points of interest in every location. Her attention to detail and time made every day run smoothly and we were able to see and do more that we thought possible. Can't say enough good things about David! He's a wonderful storyteller and has a wealth of information to share about his beautiful homeland- Ireland. We all commented that his surprise stops along the way coupled with pre-location information and relevant stories made every day special for our family. He is a tourist dream for a guide; professional, witty, pleasant, knowledgeable, flexible, and someone who seems to truly enjoy his job. Well done My Ireland Tours.

Mary Bridgewater

My daughter and I just returned from a 10 day tour of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Our travel agent, Kristel, planned the entire trip...flawlessly! Our accomodations were top notch! The tour itself was not only informative but absolutely breathtaking as our driver spent most of the drive on the coast. Our driver, Brian, could not have been any better. His stories were so interesting and on point to wherever we went. He obviously loves his country! I will spread the word about My Island Tours and how they made our trip absolutely PERFECT! And we never had to use an umbrella. The last 3 days were sunny and 70 F.

Helia Group

Ireland is GORGEOUS. Loved all of the sights and the cities. Except for Limerick as someone stated below. Really the low light of the trip and they put you here for multiple days. Can't give any score much higher due to this poor planning. The guide George was outstanding. A gentle giant who was full of into the entire time and took on all questions. Wouldn't recommend this type of tour in the future unfortunately because of their poor hotels choice.

Shelia Hodge

We had a wonderful time on our trip. Our driver, Shelly, was sweet and accommodating. She kept us on schedule and suggested some other activities that we enjoyed. However, I was disappointed in the amount of information provided as a tour guide. Very little was offered in this area. Our expectation was that our driver would also be a knowledgeable guide but the tour fell short in this area. Also, our schedule in Dublin was changed and we weren't aware of it. A few members of our party really wanted to go to the book of Kells and Trinity College which was on our original itinerary but was changed at some point without our knowledge. However, our tour guide worked it into our schedule but it made for a rushed and long day. All in all, it was a fun trip!

Donna Sinkovitz

My first visit to Ireland. I can't say enough about our tour guide Tony. Was absolutely wonderful!! His knowledge throughout the tour was amazing along with his beautiful voice when singing Irish songs . Thank you for a great vacation!! Would recommend the 10 day tour to everyone.

Ella Janochoski

My cousin and I booked this 10-day tour and would do it again in a heartbeat! Harry (our driver) was the absolute BEST. He was extremely knowledgeable and was extremely positive and energetic during the entire tour. You are able to see all the Highlights of Ireland while not worrying about driving, parking, meals, overnight stays, etc. I cannot recommend this tour enough!

My family and I returned from our My Ireland Tour last week. The 6 of us had an amazing time. It was a 2020 bucket list reschedule for my Father-In-Law who turned 87 on the trip and has roots in Ireland. This was all of our first trip and we absolutely loved every minute. Austin was an amazing guide, insightful, informative, kind and fun. He made a special treat of my Father-In -Laws birthday at our final dinner making the trip that much more memorable. The hotels and service were wonderful throughout, and the special lunches and tours were fabulous. We hope to come again, maybe see the North, and would definitely book with this company again. (And hope for Austin to still be driving!) Organized, professional and responsive to emails, calls and questions and suggestions. Lovely trip all around.

Marvin Riddle

The guide Pat Cooney was fantastic great driver and outstanding guide. He was informative cheerful and entertaining he even sung Irish songs for us. The accommodations were first class and the tours were varied and informative. We learned a lot about the Irish people and their customs. This is our second My Ireland tour we highly recommend this company.

David Meyers

My group and I requested a private tour, some specific destinations, and flexibility. We got all that and so much more. The superb communication - before, during, and after the tour, the (mostly) superb accommodations, and our PHENOMENAL driver, Patrick B., made this trip simply fantastic. The people we met, the places we saw, the history we learned, and the friendship begun, makes 'My Ireland Tour' simply the MUST GO TO company for any small, intimate tour of this gorgeous country. We cannot say enough good things about our coordinator - Kristel, or our guide, Patrick!! If you're teetering on the edge about go/no go, or which company to go with - I'll make it simple -- GO with MY IRELAND TOUR!!!

Leon Cronce

Excellent planning for itinerary. Our driver, Patrick was awesome: excellent driver very knowledgeable about history and sites visited. Would recommend My Ireland Tours without hesitation.

Jerry Jenson

5 Stars is not enough. Our group had a fantastic time touring Scotland, Northern Ireland and Ireland. Accommodations were good topped off with a stay at Harvey's Point Resort. The person who brought it all together was our guide Pat. He wove the history of the island along with fascinating storytelling into an amazing trip. One of our best trips ever! Thank You My Ireland Tours and especially Pat!

Bethany Whitlock

This was our first trip to Ireland and our castle tour was incredible! My Ireland Tour did a wonderful job of putting together interesting sights to see. Our driver, George, a proud Irishman, who graciously shared his knowledge of Irish history. By the end of our tour, George felt like an old friend. We learned so much. Such a beautiful country!

May 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

The 10 day tour was great. Having been to Ireland several times but self driving, this tour allowed us to see more of Ireland than we could have by driving. Once we got through the chaos of the arrival hall of Dublin Airport and met up with our driver/tour guide (Austin), it was quite an educational and exciting experience. Austin's knowledge of the history of Ireland and sites on the tour was exceptional.

Definitely a FIVE star experience. My brother and I did the castle tour and it was everything, plus more, The tour is fantastic (today is our last day of the tour). Of course, the tour is only as good as our tour guide and coach driver. George was our man and he is great!!! Shared quite a bit of Irish history and pointed out a lot of things as we drove by. I highly recommend that if you are going to Ireland, seek out My Ireland Tour!

Dare Tiderman

The My Ireland Tour was more than I had expected! We saw so many interesting things. The demonstrations of pottery making and cutting crystal glass was amazing. I came away with a greater understanding and appreciation for those talents.The trek up the spiral stone staircase inside the Blarney Castle was a once in a lifetime experience for me. I told myself I would not kiss the Blarney Stone- but once up there I just had to! The Sheep dog demonstration was amazing! And ringing the bell in Christ Church Cathedral's bell tower was exhilarating. Paddy, our Driver/Guide was awesome! he told us stories and played some good Irish music for us while on the coach. It was evident that his knowledge and love of Ireland was immense. We were all very comfortable and had some great laughs with him. The food and accommodations were great; And the music and dance shows were a lot of fun too! I came away with a good understanding of Irelands history and patriotism of the Irish people. What a beautiful country!

Krista Clark

What an amazing trip! Great staff, amazing hotels and wonderful service!

Karen Duffy

Ireland has been at the top of my 'must see' travel destinations my entire life. I originally booked my trip for October, 2020 but the pandemic delayed it. So when I finally arrived in Ireland in May, 2022 my expectations and excitement were extremely high. I was NOT disappointed. I enjoyed every minute of the experience from the moment the My Ireland Tour guide picked me up at Dublin Airport to the moment he returned me to Dublin 10 days later. All aspects of my tour were handled deftly, allowing me to just sit back and enjoy. Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, always accessible and incredibly helpful. He clearly loves Ireland and was generous in answering our questions and helping us truly experience the country, its history and its culture. I chose My Ireland Tour because the tour package offered me exactly what I was looking for on my first trip - a sampling of the most beautiful places in the country. Each place we visited represented the most amazing part of Ireland. I learned so much and I now know exactly the places I want to visit again (which I plan to do with this tour company!). And though I wish I could have spent more time at each destination, that's not a reflection of the tour but rather a reflection of what I was able to see that made me want to stay and see more. I never felt rushed on to the next stop or that I was missing out on something special. Every moment was special. The accommodations were excellent and exactly what I'd hoped for on a tour deemed a 'deluxe castle' tour. The food was phenomenal and the shopping plentiful. I cannot say enough good things about the tour, the tour guide, the My Ireland Tour company staff or the entire experience. I would highly recommend this to travelers who are taking their first trip to the country, as I was. But I would happily use My Ireland Tour on my next visit as well because they make it so easy to just enjoy yourself and they alleviate the worry of having to do all the planning, driving, etc. This was absolutely the experience I was hoping for.

Helen Smith

From the very first enquiry to the last farewell to Paddy our Driver-Guide I have nothing but the highest praise for My Ireland Tour and the employees. Every question was very quickly answered, every concern was quickly and efficiently dealt with. Things happened as they should, when they should. A Covid testing unit was arranged at the last accommodation for those requiring clearance before returning home. Accommodations and meals were first class. We felt very welcome everywhere. Paddy is a coach driver extraordinaire, knows just what to tell his guests and when and is altogether a wonderful guide. I would gladly deal and travel with My Ireland Tour again.

Anna Lesniak

This was my first trip to Ireland and it was truly incredible. The tour was exceptionally well organized and all the sites which were chosen by the company were spectacular. Our guide Ben Sullivan made this trip both unique and entertaining. He is a Renaissance Man. He interlocks Irish history with personally meaningful events. He has a beautiful singing voice, is a skilled driver, and knows how to create group cohesion. He accommodated the group by adjusting schedules as needed and made everyone feel welcome. I typically don't do tour groups as I prefer solo travel however this trip went above and beyond my expectations. I only wish I stayed at least 10 days, but hopefully next time.

I wouldn't try to tour Ireland without this tour company. They excelled from day 1. Roomy, clean, reliable transportation. Our tour driver (David) was like a family member on the trip and we miss him! He was very punctual and accommodating. He knew loads of Irish history to keep the tour interesting and able to read the group to know when we just needed rest. He was an excellent driver and we felt very safe. The included tours, hotels, and breakfast were top notch!!! We will be back !!!

My wife and I had a great time on our My Ireland Tour, thanks in large part to our guide/driver Colm. His passion for his country is wonderful and he was able to provide the group with enthusiastic insight from start to finish. Thanks so much for making our trip to Ireland a memorable one!!

Sandra Curr

My recent 10 day Iconic Scenes tour was brilliant. Tom was amazing with his excellent driving skills, a very smooth ride all the way and how he negotiated those tight corners had the admiration of us all. His knowledge of everywhere we went was spot on and the history I'd learnt at school suddenly made sense.. I particularly enjoyed it when he spoke about Ireland today, education, health, taxes, rural life, the day to day life of the Irish. The food was delicious and plentiful and the hotels were very comfortable. I give myirelandtours and particularly Tom 10/10

Linda Duffy

This was our first tour with My Ireland Tour and it was awesome! Our tour guide Tony McGoey was amazing!!! We were entertained with songs, stories, jokes, poems, and a wealth of information and history of Ireland. We learned so much, saw a great variety of wonderful sights and loved every place we visited. Food, lodging and service was always excellent and we enjoyed the small size of our tour group. I will highly recommend My Ireland Tour to my friends and family! We will always remember this special trip to Ireland 💚🍀.

Bev Shields

Fantastic trip,I can not say enough about the trip and our driver Ben Sullivan.Very knowledgeable, great personality and a fabulous singer, he was very accommodating to our little quirks. The other guides were a joy to hear...5stars + Great group.

Steph Brown

We did the 10 day tour and it was FANTASTIC!! It was laid back enough that we didn't feel rushed but we saw so much! Our tour guide, Tom, was very knowledgeable and helpful and answered any question we had. He was available night and day and was quick to respond if we need anything. The hotels were fantastic and almost all were centrally located so you could explore the city in your downtime. The only issue we had was that it seemed like we had the same food options at every dinner, but again, Tom was quick to ask the hotel to give us some different options.

Our trip was wonderful. Our tour guide/bus driver Ben Sullivan was absolutely the best. He took care of everything we needed and went over and above in caring for a couple of us with special needs. The trip was well organized, we visited wonderful sites and the size of our group (11) was just perfect. I would recommend this tour to everyone that wants to see almost all of Ireland. We would definitely do it again!! Fabulous

Leandra Sedlack

Tony was an informative and engaging tour guide and bus driver. Our trip was well organized and focused on the highlights and history that Ireland has to offer. Accommodations were comfortable and hotels were welcoming. I would travel with My Ireland Tour again.

James Kruse

April 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This was a wonderful introduction to Ireland. All of our interactions with the company prior to the trip were exemplary. We especially appreciated their handling the return home Covid tests. A major highlight of the trip was our driver/guide Tony McGoey. A true gentleman with a great knowledge of Irish history which he imparted during the trip and, his great sense of humor. He took great care of all of us and we enjoyed chatting with him throughout the journey. Highlights of the trip for us included the visit to Clonmacnoise which has great history and great opportunities for pictures. A stop at the Kerry Bog Village with its historical buildings and equipment, goats and Irish Wolf Hounds, and of course the glass of Irish coffee were fun. In Dublin the visit to the Irish Emigration Museum and Christ Church Cathedral were stunning, and educational. I could go on, but I will refrain and simply recommend that this particular tour will give you an excellent view of what Ireland has to offer and will whet your appetite for a return trip.

Such an amazing trip.. the tour was everything I thought and hoped it to be ... hotels were top notch.. our tour guide was very knowledgeable and funny.. totally recommend ..

Stephen Thoms

I did the 5 night tour focusing on the sights of Ireland. Mr Colm Marshall was my tour guide and he was great! Loved his sense of humor and his knowledge of Irish history. This was my first time in Ireland and I'm in love with the country. From Dublin to the countryside, this tour covered excellent ground in the time given. I will definitely be back!

Our tour with Tony as our driver/guide was wonderful. After researching different tours and tour companies during the Covid lockdown we decided on My Ireland Tour. We are so happy with that decision. We went all over the Republic of Ireland. All breakfasts and Dinners were included. That may not seem like a big deal, but it is! After a long day of touring and sightseeing coming back to the hotel and knowing where you were going to eat was a great relief. The food was very good and plentiful. All of the entrance fees were included in the tour price. We had private guides in many of the attractions. We never had to stand in line. Tony our guide was a wealth of knowledge about Ireland. While on the bus he pointed out things along the way that were interesting. An added bonus was Tony could sing! He taught us many Irish songs to sing while on the bus. What great fun! If you want a great tour of Ireland go with My Ireland Tour you will not be disappointed!

Loved it! As a first timer for visiting Ireland we couldn't have been happier. Tom Lavin our tour guide was so good I cannot imagine anyone being better! He went above and beyond to ensure our safety and our enjoyment while in Ireland. We covered so many Counties and beautiful country while touring with My Ireland Tours it was amazing! We experienced St. Patrick's Day in Cork and saw Cliffs of Moher and everything was better than we imagined. Thank you to My Ireland Tours and Tom for making our trip truly magical.

Ray Andruszko

My Ireland Tour was wonderful from start to finish. Eric and his team worked collaboratively to plan an itinerary with us and provided us useful recommendations for how to get the most out of our trip. Every hotel, meal, and excursion they planned were fantastic. And our driver David was a 10/10 guide that made our journey with a group of 7 adults and 1 baby seamless, filled with local facts/history, and fun! A trip to be remembered.

Dennis Dixon

March 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This trip was high on my bucket list. I could not be more pleased. We had a small group, a GREAT guide (Tony), and nice hotels throughout the ten day tour. I hope to return again, and if/when I do, I will book with MyIrelandTour again. I loved every minute of my trip.

Vern Markley

April 2021  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Great tour company. Covid caused us to delay our trip. We are now planning for 2022. They have been very accomidating. Excellent communications.

Christy Flanagan

February 2021  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We booked and paid in full for a private tour for family and friends for August 2020. As we all know that wasn't going to happen :( we hoped 2021 we would still be able to go, unfortunately it just wasn't a good time. They offered a full refund in March 2020 but we decided to take the risk and not ask for a refund then. In February 2021 with a heavy heart we asked for a refund, we received every cent back in just a few short days. I'd like to start by saying Kristel was fabulous through the entire process of booking and eventually cancellation. My husband communicated regularly with her to add things we would like to see and to get updates once the world was hit with COVID-19. The professionalism, transparency and kindness this company showed us should be commended. Without a doubt when my family is able to travel to Ireland we will use this company. Honestly I could not sing enough praise for Kristel and My Ireland Tours do not hesitate to book with this company.

November 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We had an absolutely stellar time. Kevin O'Sullivan was our guide and he is really just an angel. A sweet, knowledgeable, patient man who is funny to boot. Absolutely couldn't ask for more. The bus was clean and safe and Kevin pointed out everything along the ways ti our destination. We invited him to dinner with us one night and we really all had such a blast. Thank you so so much!

October 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

First and foremost, the driver/guide can make or break a trip like this. There is a lot of travel on the bus to see all the wonderful sites Ireland has to offer. Having the right driver is essential to a successful trip. My driver, Tony McGoey, was absolutely the best. He was totally competent behind the wheel even in the worst traffic and intermittent rain downpours. He was such a 'mother hen' to our group (in a good way) making sure we knew exactly where to go and what to do at each stop. Reminding us to take our coats and umbrellas. Cautioning us of potential dangers at certain sights such as uneven ground or areas with no rails. I honestly think he 'waited up' in the hotel lobby one night when some of us decided to venture into town on our own in small groups. Tony filled the time between stops by providing us interesting information about Ireland's political structure, education system, medical services, and more. He even taught us an Irish song and tutored us in clapping so we could participate in one of the evening events later in the tour. Having a comfortable, roomy, reliable bus is also essential. The buses appear to be new. Very clean and comfortable. On board bathroom and Tony kept water available as well. Huge windows so it was easy to see the sights. We stayed at four different hotels, all first class accommodations with on premises dining. A couple of them had a full service spa and I believe two had a pool. All hotels had a bar. Wifi Internet service was available in all hotels as well. Be aware, a room with two beds has one queen or king and one twin. Beds, bedding, linens, and towels were all good quality. Plenty of pillows as well. Hair dryer in every room. But, not one bathroom had any kind of electric plug except for a shaver. Provided meals had many options to choose from. Breakfasts were all buffet with the expected Irish breakfast fare options and much more. Dinners were three course with typically three Appetizer choices, three Entree choices and either a dessert medley or a couple of dessert options. As for the tour stops, I cannot imagine a tour that could have been any more comprehensive than this one. We stopped at all the Irish points of interest I had heard of and many more I had not. Plenty of bathroom/refreshment stops. I honestly cannot think of anything negative to say about this tour.

Wendy Rigazio

We had a lovely tour of Ireland with our small group and Joe our tour guide. We especially enjoyed the Ballynhahinch Castle Hotel stay and the Cahernane House Hotel. Lots of beautiful countryside along with many Highlights of Ireland. Delicious meals, a comfortable bus, good weather, all in all a great vacation!

Robin Lease

We were a party of 4 and Ger Murphy was our amazing driver/tour guide. He was truly the best part of the trip. So informative and such a great sense of humor. We are back for a day and already miss him. We learned so much about Ireland. We found the people to be incredibly friendly everywhere we went. The entire process from making the reservations to the trip itself was so easy. Any questions we had we had were answered quickly by Eric. The hotels we stayed in were all beautiful and included full breakfasts. Ger made dinner reservations for us for a few nights and his choices were always fantastic. One of the members of our party lost his raincoat and Ger actually gave him one of his coats from home, as a gift. I would highly recommend My Ireland Tour to anyone thinking of traveling to Ireland.

Donna Wanser

We had a group of 9. Our tour guide Brendan was great. His knowledge of Irish history and all the towns added so much to our experience. We were able to see so much more with Brenden's help than we would have by ourselves. Our 9 passenger van was clean comfortable and spacious. I highly recommend My Ireland Tour.

September 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We were a family of five that wanted a custom tour on our schedule. My Ireland Tours planned our itinerary, hotels, and private driver. The Mercedes van was brand-new. The driver was more historian than anything. Elder parents could travel at our pace. Front row parking everywhere. Can't say enough about this tour company. Pure professionals.

Audrey Franke

We did a wonderful tour of Ireland with two wonderful guides: Harry was our guide for the tour of the Republic of Ireland (6 days). He was outstanding! We learned so much background information from him...along with the myths (lol). Our group was wonderful (24 of us). My Ireland Tours outdid themselves; we saw so much! My favorite was the Cliffs of Moher, Blarney Stone and the woollen Mills! Our guide for Northern Ireland (4 days) was Liam. This was a tour for the 4 of us created by My Ireland Tours. What a wonderful time we had! Liam filled us in on background information before we went on a tour. While the Titanic was a hit, my favorite was the NE coast and Giant's Causeway! We would recommend this tour to everyone!

What an amazing tour company! Eric was wonderful to work with when putting together our private tour. He planned it just right for the 8 of us, hitting all the major stops around Ireland. The accommodations they coordinated were nice as well, unique to Ireland and great locations which allowed us to walk to dinners each night. Our guide Liam was superb. He was extremely knowledgeable and kind with 20+ years of guiding experience. Our whole group would highly recommend My Ireland Tour Company and Liam.

We had a great tour with My Ireland Tours. We particularly enjoyed our driver/guide, Ben O'Sullivan -- just a good guy with a lot of Irish history. He was kind, considerate and fun to be with -- and was a terrific singer of Irish ballads! The size of the small bus is what made this tour work for us -- only 7 of us plus Ben. Much better than those big 35-passenger buses. Hotels and food were great, but would have liked to spend more time in Galway and Killarney. Only one day, from Galway to Killarney, seemed too long in the bus, although part of that was due to nasty traffic. Had a great time and would recommend the small-sized My Ireland Tours to others -- it provided us first-timers a good sampling of southern Ireland.

Annemarie Fiore

What an amazing tour of such a beautiful country! My husband and I and our two friends took the 10-Day Deluxe Castle Tour August 4th-13th, 2019. From the very beginning,Martina and Kristel were a huge help in answering a myriad of questions and made us feel comfortable and secure. We added on an extra day at the end of the trip and they made the coordination easy. Our driver/guide Tom was wonderful! He was so knowledgeable and informative about the culture, history, and politics of Ireland. Tom was witty and also shared a few personal stories about his family, which made us feel connected to a true Irishman. The tour itself was fantastic. We travelled from Dublin, up north to Northern Ireland, along the west coast, down to Cork and back up to Dublin. The castles and hotels were the finest and it was relaxing to be able to stay 2 nights in each place. The days were full, but it was the only way to see as much as we did. We really felt that we knew so much about Ireland when we finished our trip.There was free wifi on the tour bus, and plenty of room as there were 22 of us in the group and there was room for 35 on the bus. We made new friends and ate the most delicious meals. Tom took very good care of us, driving safely, taking care of our luggage and making sure we kept on schedule. This was one vacation that we will always remember with the fondest of memories. I would highly recommend going on a My Ireland Tour.

Fredrick Moore

My Ireland Tour was an amazing company to travel with! All of the logistics were handled well, all of the accommodations were amazing, all of the other tour members were great company, George was fantastic, making our trip a lifetime worth of memories. We're already planning on how to return to this wonderful country and we will 100% be using My Ireland Tour to do so. Thank you so much for a wonderful 25th anniversary celebration!

Brenda Curfman

August 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We recently did the Southern Ireland ring and it was amazing! Every single detail about this trip was perfectly planned and worth every penny! It was everything I expected and more. Our guide Dave was very knowledgeable, fun, and easy going. We really lucked out with a super group of people too. I highly recommend the 8 person tour and a “spot' of lunch at ‘Harry Lemon'. Five stars and two thumbs up for this tour!

Karen Joyce

Did a 6 day iconic tour with Brian. Brian was very knowledgeable, humorous and made the tour very enjoyable. Thank you. 1

Kimberly Grever

Great tour package of sites and hotels. Great tour van that was very comfortable.

Carol Melcer

July 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My husband and I did a weeklong private tour with My Ireland Tour. Brian, our driver, was amazing and so accomodating. Brian narrated as he drove, stopping at other points of interest that weren't even in our itinerary. He let us add things as we went along. The hotels were so wonderful. Kristel and Eric planned a great itinerary, hitting all the places we wanted to see. We highly recommend My Ireland Tour and would most definitely use them again.

Lori Hargrove

I admit, I was a bit anxious about a group guided tour because I tend toward social anxiety. This tour was relaxed enough and gave everyone enough freedom that I found it delightful and most memorable. Our guide, Niall, was a big part of that. He was looking out for us all the time and constantly finding ways to enhance our experience. He has a passionate devotion to his country but uses his sense of humor to keep and communicate an intriguing perspective. Ireland is not a hard sell, with its complex, fascinating history, congenial people and natural beauty, but Niall's narrative truly drew me in and made me feel a part of it.“ Happy enough', indeed.

Took mini-group tour of southern part of Ireland. 8 of us in a nicely-kitted-out Mercedes Sprinter. Our driver/guide, Barry, was great and all 8 of us got along very well. Not a rushed tour; had free time. All hotels great, esp. Ballynahinch castle. Some very nice dinners included -- at the castles. Scenery and stops all very nice. Highly recommend this tour, esp. if you don't like 40 on a bus!

Rhonda Wind

I already miss our time in Ireland with this group of wonderful people! My husband and I, along with our great friends, were here to celebrate both of our 30th anniversaries. Ireland was a bucket list item for all of us! Our tour guide, Tony, was truly amazing! He was knowledgeable about Irish history and culture. He was also naturally witty. Tony was attentive to every detail of the trip, making sure everyone was taken care of at all times. I also loved all the people we met on the trip, from all over the place! We all got along very well and I enjoyed making new friends! The hotels were beautiful and a breeze to check in to. The tour was a perfect balance of culture, fun, and time to explore! Thank you for taking my mind off of work, etc. and giving me a one-of-a-kind experience!

David Martin

June 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We loved this tour company. The small groups, the itinerary we were looking for and all that was included ,eg, local guides and dinner each night, in the cost of the trip made it an easy choice for us.

Rosemary Mamakos

My family of four had a fantastic trip booked with Krystal from My Ireland Tour. Krystal took care of everything and listen to our requests and needs. We had a personal driver, Pat Breen during the week who was fantastic! He was the best and we greatly appreciated his service and friendship. I would highly recommend booking your trip with My Ireland Tour.

Cathy Potee

16 women. 1 half marathon. 10 days. I can't say enough about how wonderful our Patterson Party tour in June, 2019 was. Peter Mullen was the driver extroidinaire! He was so knowledgable about the sights we needed to see, answered our questions and participated when we wanted some fun! Peter made sure we had plenty of time and met all our deadlines when we had some. We felt like family!

Sharon Samuelson

Fabulous tour. Our tour driver Austin made our Trip amazing. Well worth it!

We take a family trip once or twice a year – 28 of us that includes 14 kids under 16. Bus driver/tour guide – best ever! Mark was funny, kind, and very informed! Also, no accidents. He made the trip special and flexible allowing us to make additional stops never planned. Ask for Mark. The home office also went over and above to handle all the planning – and gave us the best value ,I selected My Ireland Tour, after bids and comparing three others. If the company and Mark are in the next country our family visits – no question – we would book with them.

Neil Mahoney

We planned a family trip for 10 of us consisting of my family and my brother's family. We had a private bus that was fantastic with a bathroom in the back. The bus held 20 people, so we had plenty of room to spread out. Our contact at My Ireland Tour worked with us to plan the trip so that we could customize it for our family. Our tour guide, David O'Neill was great, very knowledgeable on Irish history and current events. He was also a very interesting guy with a wide range of interests and hobbies. We visited the towns our paternal grandfather and grandmother came from, so it was very personal for us. My daughter found this agency as it is rated the best in personal tours and our trip confirmed this rating.

Rod & Judy Gaettens

We would like to thank My Ireland Tours for making our trip so memorable. Our guide Tom was amazing. He went above and beyond. We have told so many people that if they ever want to go to Ireland you are the company to use. All our hotels where wonderful and above our expectations. We would definitely use My Ireland Tours again if we ever take another trip to Ireland. We planned this trip for our 40 th wedding anniversary and are so please with how we choose to celebrate. Thank you for making our trip exceptional.

Bonita Rooney

Our trip to Ireland was nothing short of magnificent! Deciding to get a driver for our family of six versus driving ourselves was the best decision we made! Our driver, Colm, went above and beyond to enhance our trip every day! He has a delightful personality, extensive knowledge of Ireland sites and history, and tends to every detail. We would not have been able to see half the sites had it not been for Colm. He quickly got to know every person in our family and tailored recommendations to each of us. And, he took us to less traveled sites that were amazing, had great recommendations sites, restaurants, pubs, shopping, etc., and shared shortcuts and money saving tips. All in all, our trip was amazing because of Colm! We felt like we were leaving a dear friend behind when having to say goodbye. Much appreciation to Colm and My Ireland Tour for a great coach bus and excellent service!!

Mike and Marcie Kindred

5+ STARS FOR SURE!!! Wow! Words can't even begin to express the amazing experience our group had with MIT! From start to finish Eric help plan the absolute perfect trip! I led a group of photography students from Nossi College of Art out of Nashville, TN USA and from the time we stepped off the plane until the time we popped back on MIT took care of us and treated us like family. Our driver/tour guide ,Dermot, went above and beyond to make sure the college students captured picture perfect moments!!! I can't recommend this tour company enough. Hats off to Dermot for being the best in the touring business! It was truly the trip of a lifetime!

Linda Dryden

May 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We had a wonderful, memorable tour of beautiful Ireland and the Ring of Kerry. Our guide, David, and our new tour friends were exceptional! David was so knowledgeable about the history and sites, and also provided insights into every day life which made it a very fascinating trip. And we had fun! The itinerary was interesting with lots of stops; the food and accommodations were excellent. Every day went smoothly and efficiently. We especially appreciated the flexibility of the trip based on our group's interests. I would highly recommend My Ireland Tour, and David as the best guide we could have hoped for! We were so fortunate to have him, and the new friends we made on this wonderful vacation!

Loren McCann

Our tour was in May 2019. The value was amazingly good. We did both the North Ireland and the South Ireland tours. Our two tour guides were really great, looking after us, scheduling our days, and organizing our hotels and meals each day. The bus drivers knew the history of the places we were going and of Ireland in general. I recommend My Ireland Tours with our strongest recommendation.

Micagon / Gonzalo

I highly recommend My Ireland Tour as they were professional from my first email enquiring about their services until they left me and my friends in our hotel the last day of the tour with them. We visited very nice places and sites and everything was very well planned and organised: accommodation, vehicle, site seeing, etc... Colm, our guide/driver, was very knowledgeable, professional and patient. He shared valuable information in every stop we made. Everything worked perfectly and that made our journey in Ireland unforgetable.

Mary Ompoqrifki

I really enjoyed this tour. Our driver-guide George C was wonderful and he was safety first at all times. He shared deep knowledge of all facets of Irish history, culture and music making the tour across many miles very enjoyable. The tour highlights were truly iconic and well paced. Just the right amount of activity versus leisure. The hotels were 4-star, service and food always great. As a single traveler I was not alone and the tour of 26 people was a great group of people-just the right size to keep in pace.

Julie Larson

April 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We took the ten day tour with our guide Tony McGoey. Tony was a brilliant historian and we are very fortunate to have been with him for the tour. He educated us on the history of Ireland and gave us a deep appreciation of the people and culture. He is also a great singer! Tony helped us arrange seating for a dinner with my cousin Padraig Keogh during the tour. We appreciate his kindness.

Elizabeth Mullin

Where to start! What an amazing company! From start to finish this company is top notch. My friend and I took the 10 day iconic tour, every day was filled with beautiful scenery and our guide and driver Tom Levin shared so much information and insight to what we were experiencing it was awesome! Everywhere we went the people were very friendly, the hotels were beautiful, and the food very good. Tour was well organized, the small group was nice, and the tour guides we had at a few of the sites were outstanding as well. I'd also like to mention Martina, she was always there with a quick response to any question we had. I look forward to more experiences with My Ireland Tour in the near future. I can't say enough about this company!

Stephanie Morgan

October 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Choosing his tour was the best thing I did for my trip. The only thing I could possibly complain about were a couple of other tour participants, but even they couldn't take away from how amazing this trip was. The tour included the top places I wanted to visit and a few I never would've known about ,but I'm happy I do now., The hotels were all incredible ,Lough Eske Castle Hotel was the highlight for me, followed by Ballynahinch!, And the meals were great too! The best part, by far, was the tour guide, Joe. His knowledge ,and the personal touch he added to every story/location, went beyond expectation. He made me smile and laugh every day. And he made me care about Ireland and it's history, which I think is the thing that impacted me the most. When I come back, I'd only do a tour with this company and with Joe!!

Barbara Allen

We loved everything about this tour! Dublin was great, people so friendly, so much to do. The tour covered all we wanted to see on our first visit. Beautiful country. We were lucky to have mild weather. Pleased with accommodations, especially in Dublin. The Limerick hotel was ok, not as accessible to see much of Limerick. Tony our tour guide is the best guide, must request Tony on any visit!!! My Ireland Tour was great to work with and has been recommended to many friends since our vacation. Thank you to Martina and Tony and team!

The team was highly collaborative, very responsive and our guide Ger was like a new found family member. We saw parts of Ireland we wouldn't have found on our own. The hotels and vehicle were high quality. I would definitely use My Ireland Tour again. I cannot say enough good things about everyone at this company.

Sydney Looney

My trip to Ireland was an absolute dream come true and it wouldn't have been half of what it was if not for My Ireland Tour. Thank you guys SO MUCH!!!! Tom, our driver, was so knowledgeable and accommodating, the bus and hotels we stayed in were clean and beautiful, the day trips we took were epic, the people we met were lovely. I can't say enough good things. My parents and I never wanted to leave. We hope to go back and take the castles tour someday!

Denise Garland

Ireland has been a dream of mine for 100 years. Well, it seems like that long! But the trip, land, castles, cliffs, rock fences, coach and of course our tour guide, Alan, and our new coach friends was breathtaking and absolutely wonderful!

September 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Recently took a small group tour with 'My Ireland.' George, our driver/guide was wonderful, and our experience could not have been more delightful. I highly recommend this tour company.

Rita Donnelly

August 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This tour met and exceeded our expectations. The heart of the tour was our driver-guide Tony. Our group consisted of 25 travelers from age 13 to over 80. We came from 5 different countries and many different states within the U.S. I highly recommend this tour, especially if this is your first trip to Ireland. Tony made sure we got to see all the memorable, historic and spiritual sites in a timely manner. He watched over all of us and he shared a lot of stories. We were free to mingle with our tour mates at all times. On returning to NY, my husband and I ,who celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary with this tour, concluded that it would be hard to top this experience - arranged with My Ireland Tours.

Michael Hughes

July 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My wife and I have just returned from our Iconic Tour of Ireland and we could not have had a more enjoyable and pleasurable travel experience. The concept of this tour with a small group size and just two hotels with 'spokes' each day is absolutely brilliant! Every aspect of this trip was simply magnificent! Arranging the tour was simple and straightforward and the My Ireland Tour staff communicated all of our arrangements through the whole process.

Robert Mansard

We chose My Ireland Tours to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary in Ireland and couldn't be happier with our choice. We enjoyed the small groups and comfortable coach. Our driver/guide, Mark, was attentive and extremely knowledgable about Irish history and events. Our tour went from listening to history, visiting sites, laughing at humorous stories to the singing of Irish songs.We also appreciated that all of our accommodations, tours and meals were included but we did get a little tired of the 'typical Irish breakfast'. We would highly recommend My Ireland Tours for anyone wanting to tour Ireland.

Margaret Levy

Our family excursion to Ireland was an extremely enjoyable experience. Our mini-bus was luxurious and highly comfortable. The bus was cleaned and the windows washed daily to optimize our sightseeing. Arrangements had been made for child car seats to accommodate our two 3-year old twin grandsons. The car seats worked really well. Positioned in the rear of the bus and perched on raised seats the boys had grand views of the countryside enabling them to provide ongoing commentary about cows, sheep and “lots of green squares' in the landscape.

Just returned to the states after our 4 person tour of Ireland. I asked Mr O'Gorman to set up my 8 day tour and treat me like his son in law who had never visited the nation. He set up a tour for my wife and another couple that would befit his son. It was spectacular... wonderful unforgettable I recommend his company, Mr O'Gorman, the guide Pat Breen or anything or anyone Mr O'Gorman uses. Put yourself in his hands. Let My Ireland Tours show you the nation. You will never forget or regret you did Marty Felezzola and wife Donna Berkeley Heeights NJ USA

Plamondon Sherry

My Mom and I had an amazing trip on the castle tour end of May 2018. We really lucked out on the weather-I wore my raincoat for a total of 4 hours, and was glad my Mom had sunscreen! We never felt rushed and had time to do a bit of relaxing and also exploring on the grounds at each place

Glen Gleeson

June 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

The small group also made the tour a much more pleasurable experience as you got to spread out on the coach and get to know your fellow travellers in a more relaxed environment. The tour visits and inclusions were awesome and in my opinion the tour as a whole represented fantastic value for money.

Absolutely fabulous Tour Company! Read my review on Facebook site.

Louise Fitzpatrick

Thank you for the wonderful trip. Martina, the Ireland Tour agent, was very supportive in helping me find a sign language interpreter for the first night of the tour and the rest of the tour, she organized pamphlets and written scripts of each tour stop we attended.

Jacqueline Morris

FANTASTIC is all I can say about My Ireland Tours. My daughter and I went on the Castle tour with 23 other great folks. Not only was the scenery spectacular but the history offered by our guide/driver was so informative.

Diane Sammarco

We just returned from our castle tour, and it was far beyond our expectations. Our guide, George Connelly, was so knowledgeable and professional. He took such good care of all 25 of us on the tour at all times. We had gourmet meals each night ,which we didn't expect), and the accommodations were always exceptional.

Sarah Collins

May 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We thoroughly enjoyed our Iconic Tour of Ireland. We saw some beautiful scenery and visited many interesting places. Our guide/driver, Tom, was very friendly, informative and clearly loved his country. The hotels and food were excellent.We were very lucky in that we were a very small group ,11 of us, and everyone got on very well together. I can highly recommend this company for anyone wishing to visit Ireland.

Leeann Leitch

Kristel helped us plan a tour of Ireland for four women. She was so helpful and worked with us through several changes. Our driver Patrick was informative, helpful and flexible. Great way to see the country. While this is certainly a more costly way to travel, we all felt it was well worth it.

Vanessa Hartigan

March 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Best vacation ever. Maurice who took us all over Ireland was the kindest, most well informed and attentive person. We had my 85 year old mother with us and he could not have been kinder to her. He would bring us as close as possible to every venue to make it easy for her. He also kept our 10 year old super engaged. He was like family by the time our 2 weeks were done. Cannot say enough about the experience and family adventure. We just loved it. The diversity of the places we stayed, the history, the food and the comfort. Thank you so much!

October 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My family and I were on the Essential Ireland Tour at the end of August. This trip was incredible! I have already recommended My Ireland Tours to several friends. We found My Ireland Tours via a Google search. I reached out with some questions and knew we were in good hands when Kristel quickly addressed my concerns. Once in Ireland, our tour guide/driver, Brian, went above and beyond. His knowledge and enthusiasm cannot be beat! Our small group of 12 gave us incredible opportunities that we never would have enjoyed with one of the larger tour organizations. So much was packed into this great little tour, but my family and I never felt rushed or herded. My only complaint is that your company doesnt offer tours throughout Europe. After this wonderful experience, I cant imagine touring with anyone else!

Karin Michelussi

My sister and I have talked about going to Ireland for several years and finally decided in 2017 to just do it. We looked into several tour companies and I have to say, choosing My Ireland Tour was one of our best decisions. We had an amazing time and loved everything about the trip, from seeing the best that Ireland had to offer to enjoying the time on the bus with our tour guide, George Graham. He was the best and made our time so enjoyable and educational. We did the 10 day Iconic Tours of Ireland tour and I already can't wait to go back. I would recommend this tour group without any hesitation. Kristel was so helpful, it was effortless to get there and find our guide, and we made a lot of new friends along the way. Slainte!

Richard Brengelman

Karen and I had a wonderful trip with My Ireland Tours. We made new acquaintances, gained respect for Ireland's history, enjoyed the magnificent views and in general just had a wonderful time. We must admit that George Graham, our tour guide, was the highlite of the tour. His sense of timing and humor, his knowledge of the land and its history made the tour. We are confident that all the tour guides are high quality, but if you're lucky enough to get George, you're in for a treat and an exhilarating tour!

Linda Weichert

This was a trip of a lifetime. Every Castle we stayed in was beautiful and charming. Our driver, Enda, was the best! He was engaging and informative with a good sense of humor. Being on a bus tour with little bitty roads and bridges, Enda knows how to drive that bus! The tour was well planned and we got to see a lot of Ireland. We definitely would recommend this trip.

Chris Beach

Thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Ireland. Brian, our drive, was right there waiting for us at the airport and off we all went to our first hotel in Malahide. All hotels were lovely. This being Europe, remember to bring a wash cloth! The tour covered all the highlights and we were lucky enough to have wonderful weather. The only drawback was that poor Brian had to do double duty as the tour guide. I expected a tour guide to be on the bus and narrate our adventure.

Mary Conway

September 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My Ireland Tour was excellent! Our Guide, Enda, was so nice, very patient and informative! I would absolutely use Affordable Tours again. We did so many cool things on our trip and saw a lot! Thank you for a memorable experience!

My daughter and I chose the Essential Tour of Ireland ,Aug. 2017). This was by far the best decision we could have made. The trip/tour was amazing and exceeded our expectations. Our tour guide Enda was phenomenal and made this tour a great experience!!!!!. The days are packed but you do get time at night ,early evening, to explore on your own. Strongly suggest the Arlington hotel Celtic dinner show, IrelandEpic Emmigration Museum, Bleecker St. Café, The Celt Lounge, the Church....... just walking around was a great way to take in this great city. I was worried about the make up of people that could be on the tour but turns out we met some pretty AMAZING people. Although the tour holds 35 people, we ended up with 20 which was perfect. I have and will continue to recommend this tour and company to others. You will not be disappointed in any way!!! Already looking to book a return trip.......

July 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I have worked with Eric several times over the years and each time has been an exciting and unique experience. I have run both coach trips and smaller group trips via luxury van. One of the major things MyIreland does best is the value of the accommodations. All of the places included in the tours are centrally located. Watch the cookie cutter tours that appear to be less expensive. That's usually because they put people in hotels that are far from the city centers or walking distance to anything. The drivers have always been outstanding and willing to go off course and make suggestions. Communication with the office is outstanding from the moment you ask for information to completion of the tour and afterwards. I am always looking forward to my next trip with this company. There will be many many more! Brian O'C Boston, MA

Sarah Godding

I had been looking forward to visiting Ireland for years. My Ireland Tour surpassed my expectations. We were able to experience so much of this beautiful island. Even locals we met in Dublin said they hadn't been to some of the places we were able to visit on our trip. I want to especially thank our tour guide Tom Lavin. He is an excellent guide and listening to his stories was a highlight, thanks again!

David and Larraine Lewis

Our tour of Ireland from Dublin down to the southwest coast, up to Galway and back to Dublin from June 20-29, 2017, was a pure delight. From the time Ted, our driver/guide picked us up at Dublin Airport to the time we ended in Dublin, we saw a beautiful country which surprised us with its diverse terrain. We were pleased to extremely pleased with our guest houses and hotels, enjoyed a variety of sites to visit and had some special experiences, like a night in a pub listening to music performed by old friends of our driver that he'd just met on the street by chance. I would highly recommend My Ireland Tour and will definitely use them again when we return to Ireland.

Chris Riley

Just returned from a 8 day vacation of Ireland through 'My Ireland' tours and had a great time. The trip was well planned and delivered without any issues. All accommodations exceed expectations and Pat our bus driver was very friendly and knowledgeable of every city we visited. I highly recommend 'My Ireland' tours if you are looking t plan a vacation in Ireland. Looking forward to returning to Ireland.

Paulette Partyka

May 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

If you are going to Ireland, don't bother to look at other tours. Book this one! We booked this tour to celebrate our 50th anniversary on April 28 and we can't say enough about it. The hotels are first class, the meal are excellent, and the itinerary is very comprehensive. We had plenty of time to see all the locations we visited, never feeling rushed from place to place. Since they limited the number of people on each tour, the bus was comfortable for everyone, with plenty of room to relax in-between stops. If you are lucky enough to have Tony as your guide/driver, than you surely have the luck of the Irish. Thank you making our anniversary extra special. Can't wait to return.

Andy Mcdowell

I will definitely use My Ireland Tour the next time we visit Ireland. Our party of 8 had a tremendous time. Our driver, David, was everything we asked for and more - he was full of insights, attentive to our needs, was flexible with our daily schedule, and was a pure delight. The sprinter van was first-class, comfortable, and connecting to Wi-Fi was an added bonus.

My husband and I had never been to Ireland, so we asked Kristel from My Ireland Tours to arrange our itinerary. Our trip could not have been better. Our driver, Kevin O'Sullivan, was the best - he was punctual, professional, flexible, and had a great sense of humor. In addition, Kevin enriched our journey along the way with his knowledge of the history and culture of Ireland. All of our lodging and tours were arranged by Kristol in advance, so my husband and I did not have to do anything but show-up, and everything ran smoothly without a hitch. We will never forget our trip to Ireland - the beauty of the country, and the kindness of the Irish people are amazing!

April 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Exceeded our expectations. Everything was perfect, the itinerary, the meals, the hotels and of course the worlds best guide/driver Tony. The best vacation we have ever taken for the money.

Heidi Rankin

November 2016  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Sit Back, Relax and Enjoy the Ride! Our 'MIT' started in Dublin ,9/20-29, and ended in Belfast and what an adventure we had. The pace was extremely adequate for our age ,50+, group. Do the Irish loop when you are able as some of the touristy attractions require moderate walking/climbing at times. There were no headaches on deciding where we were going, parking hassles or problems to be had. Our timeframe was well planned by MIT and accommodated our schedules... GLASHA House is an inn not to be missed. Of course the highlight of our trip was our phenomenal driver Enda who MADE this trip. He was very professional, efficient and so easy to get along with. He is terribly funny and enjoys his job tremendously. He squeezed in extras that we hadn't allotted time for and put smiles on our faces. KUDOS Enda-we miss you ,your MF Canadian friends)This stress-free way to enjoy unfamiliar territory is a must. It allowed for the real 'taste' of Ireland to be had. Pay the few extra Euros and enjoy the Ride. It is well worth it and you'll be happy you did!

October 2016  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Fantastic trip!! I have travelled extensively ,averaging 3 months a year, and this was one of the best tours ever. The guide made the difference. Tony was the best guide I have had anywhere. Totally knowledgeable about virtually everything in Ireland down to the last date and a born entertainer! He went out of his way to make this the best trip for each of us. The hotels were very good and located in the best places. I will return and will request Tony every time. Highly recommend this tour to anyone really interested in learning about Ireland in a fun way.

Robert Whaley

We took the Iconic Tour in October. I can't speak more highly of our experience. Our guide, Tony, was exceptional. He was well informed, patient, humorous. The hotels were first class and the food was excellent. The hours of the day were well planned. We never felt bored or rushed. Our baggage was taken to and from the room in a seamless manner, leaving us time to relax in the morning and evenings. The places visited were always interesting, with no waiting. Local guides hired to lead our group were very knowledgable and enthusiastic. We will return for another tour.

Phil Winstead

2016  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My wife and I had a great time on our recent tour. Our driver/guide, Tony was exceptional - he had great stories, very knowledgeable, sang for us, looked after us and catered to our every need. The organization of the tour by Eric, Kristel and others was perfect. Nothing was overlooked in making our visit to Ireland the very best. And we travelled with a Great Group of Folks. Thanks Eric!

Katharine Pittman

Our trip to Ireland was one that will be remembered as our favorite! Everything went off without a hitch, the hotels were lovely, the food was abundant and the people were all charming...even the weather behaved! I must give special accolades to our driver/guide, Tom. Tom was outstanding. He was always on time, very informative, easy going and a pure pleasure to work with. Thank you so much for helping us plan our trip! We'll be sure to use your company again in the future!

Nicky Feldman

I initially fell in love with the website! My 'love affair' continued when dealing with Eric and the girls in the office. Their friendly accommodating attitude really won me over. The culmination of this 'love affair' was of course the tour itself. From the very comfortable bus, the extremely friendly driver Tony with his very extensive knowledge of Irish history and his easy going personality, not to mention his sense of humour!!! Loved every minute of it. I will be back! I still need to see Northern Ireland!

Richard Berlach

The Scenic Tour was a wonderful adventure. The Tour Company is great and you get what you pay for…no hidden costs and fantastic value for money. Our driver/tour guide was exceptional…knew the 'lie of the land' well, was pleasant and had a great sense of humour. Would recommend My Ireland Tours as a reputable, knowledgeable and sincere Company. Lovely people to have dealt with at every step of the experience.

Martha Amesbury

This tour was awesome. The itinerary was perfect for my first visit to Ireland. The hotels were beautiful and everything was so well planned from soup to nuts. Our driver Tony really made the trip - he was so knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. I am recommending this trip to all my friends.

Rey Pettipas

Thank you for a superb tour of Ireland. We will highly recommend this tour to anyone thinking of a trip to your lovely and friendly Ireland. The hotels and meals were great. We really appreciated that all dinners were included in the cost and we enjoyed the fact that we had a small number of companions on the tour( by day 2 there were no strangers, and having a small ,new, bus was a bonus especially when seeing a 52 passenger bus unloading alongside of us. we were off the bus and in the attraction by the time they unloaded. Our driver/guide, Tony was very knowledgeable, accommodating , friendly, humorous and a good singer. My wife and I thank you all

My husband and I could not have asked for more from our trip to Ireland. The country is stunningly beautiful. The people were very friendly and we felt at home immediately. Our guide/driver, Tony, was absolutely wonderful. He helped to make our trip memorable as well. He told us so much about his country, not only the history, but also information about Ireland today...If you are planning a trip to Ireland and want to get the most out of the time you have, do not hesitate to book your tour through My Ireland Tour company!!

Donald Haley

We could not have been more pleased with our trip to Ireland and owe much of that to My Ireland Tours. They helped make us feel so welcome to Ireland. We were able to see many major and out of the way sights in Ireland that really helped shape our love and appreciation of this beautiful country and its wonderful people. We loved that the very comfortable coach was smaller ,held 25 people, and we could get around to more areas than with a full-sized bus. The accommodations were above average and well located and the meals provided were excellent... Eight thumbs up from this family of four!

Natalie Davet

What a wonderful tour experience. The scenery was majestic, the information was concise and pertinent, the hotels were lovely and oh my, our tour guide, Tony, was what every tourist would wish. He was my perception of Ireland down to his fingernails. I will always remember My Ireland Tour. It far exceeded my expectations. I recommend this travel adventure to all. Eric, Tony and all the staff --THANK YOU SO MUCH.

Carmen HernandezFreemire

I highly recommend Discover Ireland Tours. The company did a wonderful job creating a full itinerary, so my family was able to see a great deal on our trip. The vehicle used was very comfortable. Our driver was exceptionally professional and made our trip amazing from start to finish. All the hotels we stayed in were superb. I did a lot of research for possible tour options in Ireland and am very pleased with the exceptional quality and value of service my family received with Discover Ireland Tours.

Senora Smith

Our journey far exceeded our expectations. Tony McGoey is an outstanding tour director, as he cared for us like one of his family. The accommodations were beyond deluxe, and the people we met have become new found friends. Our experience can best be described as a 'trip of a lifetime.'

Drorit Mendelson

my sister and i have just returned from the iconic tour of ireland. the tour was excellent and we had a wonderful time. the rout took us to all the Highlights of Ireland, the hotels were better than we have anticipated and thomas the guide/driver was brilliant. we highly recommend !!!

Christopher Mercer

11 May 2024  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My husband a I would absolutely recommend this tour to everyone!! Our tour Guide Harry Fisher was by far the best tour guide we have had in my many tours! He was engaging, he pointed out things along our tour that we would not have seen. He taught us about Irish history, politics, the religion and sports of the country. It was not only a tour but also an education. The many places we saw were absolutely stunning. He always greeted us with a smile and show ya doing? We could not have asked for a better or more knowledge guide. Thank you Harry for making our vacation the most memorable ever!! If you want a worry free and packed vacation tour, we would highly recommend MyIrelandTours and ask for Harry!!

07 May 2024  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Good venues. Plenty of time to explore. Good pace with no really early starts or end of day. Good hotels and meals. Guide was great and very accommodating. Gave good history of each location along the way, as well as Irish history.

Joseph Meehan

29 April 2024  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Seamus our guide was outstanding! The accommodation at Clayton hotels , Content of the sites we visited, the food and comraderie were memorable. This country is a gem. History romance beauty are blended with the fresh air of the Atlantic Ocean and the IRISH SEA. It was also affordable. Check out Dolans Pub in Limerick! Thank you to the My Ireland Tour team for bringing us thru your stunning country

Jim Bob Magee

19 April 2024  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This trip was outstanding. A must! Great trip for the money spent. Communication was great. The amount of tips given to make the experience better was amazing. Seamus, the bus driver, was the biggest asset. I can not say enough about how outstanding this experience was from pick up to drop off.

Jessica Jane

25 March 2024  •  My Ireland Tour Package

The My Ireland Tour was such a great way to see a variety of places around Ireland and have everything taken care of for you. I thought it was well worth the money with hotel costs, admission costs, breakfast and dinner each day all included. John was an incredible guide and driver. As someone who was travelling solo, I felt so comfortable and safe the whole time. Everyone looked out for one another and I walked away with 20 new friends by the end of it. If you are thinking of going to Ireland, I highly recommend it. Thank you for an incredible trip!

Mary Ellen Kastl

02 November 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My husband and I enjoyed out tour very much. There was so much to see and experience and our tour guide was very knowledgeable and engaging. There were fun and interesting people in our group who made each day enjoyable

04 October 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Polly Lynn Downey Counts

05 July 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Great little tour with a fantastic guide. While the trip was a bit of a whirlwind, it provided the basic overview of some of Irelands must-see sites. Colm, our guide, was very kind, funny, and gave

John Xuereb

03 July 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

A great way to see Ireland in 10 days. Great hotels with excellent location. The tour was excellently led by Tom Lavin, who was very informative, funny and corteous in all of his comments and wonderful stories. Will definately recommend My Ireland Tour.

22 May 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We just took the ten day tour with a great bunch. Our driver Tom was awsome.. he was very knowledgeable and accommodating, there was a day the quests wanted to do the Falconry at the hotel he brought us back and those that wanted to do that did it and those that didn't went to the crystal house.. We had a better time.. The bus was always clean and he was a great driver.. He even went out of his way to make us all feel welcomed everyday. I'd recommend this it was great and we saw so much.. Thanks Tom. Are we going to stop for ice cream?

12 May 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This tour was a 12! The food was exceptional. The accommodations were all five-star excellent! The service at each historical sight was exquisite. The scenery and the people of Ireland were extraordinary! Exceptional. Excellent. Exquisite. Extraordinary. I think these four words just about sum up our whole experience on this tour. Oh, but I can't forget to mention our delightful, knowledgeable, and talented tour guide and driver, Tony. He regaled our little group with the history of Ireland's people along with captivating myths and stories. But I would certainly be remiss if I didn't mention Tony's lovely renditions of our favorite Irish songs. The trip wouldn't have been the same without him.

Sabrina Locher

8 May 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My Ireland Tour was fantastic! Our guide/driver George was so personable and knowledgeable, he made every day an adventure and a learning experience. And that was despite quite a few of us on the trip catching a nasty head cold, no fault of My Ireland Tours as aircrafts are no longer 'covid-clean' as they once were. George made sure that each one of us felt looked after and comfortable along the way. And the castles that we stayed in were breathtaking, each one better than the last with very accommodating staff and excellent 5-star dining at each. We are spoiled by the breakfasts, my husband now expects smoked salmon each morning! The bus was very comfortable and clean as George wiped it down each night to keep us all safe. His driving while sharing stories and facts about the sites was impressive and the stops along the way were beautiful, Kylemore Abbey and Blarney Castle and yummy Hazel Mountain Chocolate Factory and The Blind Piper Pub, just to name a few. From the booking process to value for our money, to the actual tour itself, we loved this tour so much that while traveling we learned they also cover Scotland and soon England (we hope) so we will be planning our next adventure to the UK with them again!

Liz Foley Balch

25 April 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Donna Shields Church

21 April 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

After friends had to cancel, I went solo on the group tour, but met up with my friend's relatives. Everyone in the group was so welcoming and friendly and I always felt safe. The tour itself was amazing and the weather cooperated most of the time! My tour guide and driver, Tom, was the best tour guide I've ever had. Knowledgeable about the sites, the history and current events. Funny and entertaining, and a safe driver. I would highly recommend touring with My Ireland Tours.

Tony and Missy Arsbon

21 March 2023  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My Ireland Tours is absolutely GREAT! The Hotels for our tour were fantastic, from the food, the rooms, the beds were very comfortable, and the staff was excellent. Our Tour Guide driver Patrick was so good, friendly, helpful in every way, and very knowledgeable of the area and history. Everything was designed to insure we had a stress free, memorable week. This should be on everyone's bucket list as a must do!

28 October 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Louise Mikovec

08 October 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

The personal service can't be beat. From start to finish, we 6 had a phenomenal trip! Kristel arranged every detail from booking excellent hotel rooms and delicious meals to getting a superb driver/guide ( David O'Neill ). I traveled to Ireland a few years ago with 5 girlfriends - we drove ourselves, and believe me - this trip was so much more relaxing and stress free - plus we didn't waste time getting lost - so got to see and experience much more. We LOVED everything about our trip except the heavy comforters in ALL the hotels. We decided we would all bring our own top sheets next time - so problem solved!

04 October 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We chose My Ireland Tours after reading the positive reviews and the amazing price and we weren't disappointed. From the time we booked and all communication following, their service was exceptional. Then it was time for our tour…We stayed in fabulous hotels and castles, ate delicious food and most of all, visited amazing places. All this was possible due to the expert driving and knowledge of our guide Paddy, he made our trip more interesting with all the information he shared and his ability to drive and park in narrow streets, which at times seemed impossible. Truly the trip of a lifetime. Thank you Paddy and all the My Ireland Tour team.

Linda Christie

17 September 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Well after two cancellations I finally managed to go to Northern Ireland with My Ireland Tours and what a gorgeous tour of Northern Ireland it was! Our driver, David Breen, was informative and very funny and the hotels were superb, especially the Westville Hotel in Enniskillen, and all the food included everywhere was excellent. I thoroughly recommend My Ireland Tours!

Connie Downs

27 July 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We booked our vacation in Ireland with My Ireland Tours in the summer of 2022 and had a wonderful time. Sean, our driver and guide was super friendly, knowledgeable and kind! He made sure that we were all comfortable and taken care of with frequent stops to stretch out, recommendations on places to eat and tons of photo opportunities! I was so impressed with Sean and the tour that I am planning another trip in 2024 with my two daughters!!

Becky Shalkoski Flynn

26 July 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Great experience! Everything is 1st class. New clean coach, wonderful Hotels, all inclusive tour. Love the small group. Our tour guide ( Harry Fisher) was beyond great. He worked tirelessly behind the scenes so everything ran smoothly. If you book with My Ireland Tours you won't be disappointed!

Suzanne Kettel

12 July 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This tour was absolutely phenomenal. We went so many places that I have over 1000 pictures. Our tour guide was Paddy, he took great care of us, and was a spectular host, so kind and knowledgeable. The hotels were beyond what I would have imagined and the food was to die for. I would go again in a heart beat, because it was so worth the price. Best Ive ever been on, trip of a lifetime. Thank you My Ireland Tours and Paddy!!

Celeste Perschon Garza

21 June 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Orlando Mendez

14 May 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Words can't describe it! My Ireland Tour was spot on with all arrangement and details. 1000% recommend. Tony Mc Goey best guide/driver there is.

09 May 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Sandy and I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our tour of Northern Ireland that is wrapping up this morning. Gary was a fabulous driver / guide and the trip was spectacularly well organized and executed. This was our third trip with My Ireland Tour and each one has been superb in every regard!

Nancy Hetherington St Laurent

03 May 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Our trip was wonderful. Our tour guide/bus driver Ben Sullivan was absolutely the best. He took care of everything we needed and went over and above in caring for a couple of us with special needs. The trip was well organized, we visited wonderful sites and the size of our group (11) was just perfect. I would recommend this tour to everyone that wants to see almost all of Ireland. We would definitely do it again!! Fabulous,

29 April 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We highly recommend My Ireland Tours! Our guide, Tom was fantastic! He was very knowledgeable about the areas we visited and answered any and all questions. He made sure we were happy with our experience and even had one of the restaurants change up the menu for us.

Sheila Moncrief' Chapman

24 April 2022  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I highly recommend this tour company if you would love to see some of Ireland's best sites with highly qualified drivers/ tour guides, comfortable busses/ coach with free wifi and great views this is for you. so nice to sit back and not worry about driving or planning our driver Tom was excellent in all ways from driving to information on local stops and all. Great food and hotels they book as well. very Satsfied customer

Donna McGeachie

24 October 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I'm happy to recommend the great team at My Ireland Tour. Our 8 day tour of Southern Ireland was delightful. Our guide/driver, Ben O'Sullivan, was the perfect host. His love and knowledge of his country shone through. The accommodations, from hotel to castle to guest house and farm B&B were all excellent. I'd heard that the food in Ireland would be great and it was. Even the weather put it's best foot forward for our visit.

Pete Steiner

06 October 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Our family trip to Ireland was fantastic. All seventeen of us gave it a perfect “10'. Kristel from My Ireland Tour was with us all the way: planning, answering questions, and execution! Our driver Colm was so thoughtful, informative and entertaining. We had fun on the bus and at every step along the way. We strongly recommend My Ireland Tour for your next trip to Ireland. It was great craic.

Rich McGrath

05 October 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I have been to Ireland ten times on vacation, but never used a tour service, howevert I will from now on. Perfect 10 for MyIremandTour and a 10+ our driver Brendan. Our group picked the locales to visit Galway, Donegal, and finished in Doolin, County Clare, but MyIrelandTour and Brendan handled all the details. The hotels, restaruants, and the frequent pub stops, all seemed to know Brendan and we were treated first class. MyIrelandTour/Brendan would make recommenation on activites and meals, they were totally flexible if our group decided to change up plans (i.e. breakfast at a pub with Ireland-Japan rugby viewing). No pressure, they were there to do what we wanted, and just take the hassle out of it. As far as knowledge of Irish history and sites, Brendan was off the charts, forgetting more than we'll have know. All done with a keen sense of humor, and ultimately he became a true friend which we hope to see again. Thanks for the memories Brendan.

Frank Knight

04 October 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Nice trip. Our driver Mark was great. The only problem was he was supposed to meet us at 9:00 am at Dublin airport and by 9:30 he was still not there. I was beyond worried that I was stranded in Ireland. You need to fix that.

Nancy Boyle Stropoli

03 October 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We were a group of 9 and had an amazing time. Our tour guide was Brendan McEvoy who started has our guide and became our friend. A true Irishman who knew the history well and with a thorough knowledge of the landscape, what was and what is to be.

Marian Wright

24 September 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Had a wonderful 10 days. Our guide was awesome. Was a bucket list trip.

Brian Pagan

18 September 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Our experience with My Ireland Tour was fantastic. The hub and spoke nature of the tour minimized hotel hopping, yet allowed us to see all the sights of Dublin, Glendolough, Galway, the ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, Limerick, Kilarney , Blarney caste etc. The natural beauty was stunning, the food was terrific, the pubs scene and music were authentic, but the best part was our driver Liam. He drove expertly, sang beautifully, and taught us a thing or two about historical and contemporary Ireland. Highly recommended.

Misty Billheimer

09 September 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Besides the beauty of the country, Tony our driver made this the most wonderful and educational trip ever. Thanks for giving us the best vacation ever.

31 August 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Victor O. Billheimer

26 August 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Tony was the best and awesome! The entire tour was great from the accommodations to all the sites. I would highly recommend this company for sure!

Megan Mayo Ryan

29 August 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

The My Ireland Tour team helped us coordinate a schedule to cover a good bit of the country in a relatively short period of time. The accommodations were all delightful with a good variety of locations. We did a private tour with Peter and he was fantastic! Peter really made the trip; he went above and beyond answering our questions, adding in some out-of-the-way stops and working hard to ensure we had a great experience. I highly recommend My Ireland Tour and appreciated the team's help to create a memorable trip for our family!

Irma Martinez Weaver

13 August 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This was our first trip to Ireland, and also our first trip on a group tour. We could not have been more pleased. Our tour guide, Mark, was the best! He was mega competent, accommodating, entertaining, informed, and just an all-around awesome person with whom to tour Ireland. We saw so much of the Emerald Isle from Dublin to Galway City to Cork and many places in between. We did the 10-day Iconic Tour. Ireland was a super pleasant surprise for me, and this trip was very close to life changing. The people of Ireland were SO friendly and it felt so calm and wonderful there. Can't wait to return, and we would definitely travel with My Ireland Tour again. I rate them a SOLID 5 (on a scale of 1-5). Thank you for the opportunity to review this fine group!

12 August 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Tony has been wonderful! The tour is beautiful, the hotels are top rate, and I am having the time of my life. HIGHLY recommended!!!

Julia Eubanks

Our tour guide Ben was an absolute joy. His love of Ireland and life in general made the trip a resounding success. The views of the countryside included discussions about his life and work over the years and his singing was the best. One word would trigger a song that was relevant to the area we were touring or the event we were discussing at the time. The countryside was beautiful, the tour bus and hotel accommodations were great and the people of Ireland were super nice. Ben is a hard worker and genuinely loves being around people. He is a great ambassador for the country and these tours.

Eric Cachinero

Tony is awesome!!! Traveling to Ireland with My Ireland Tour was an incredible experience. Our tour guide/driver Tony made sure we felt welcomed and had a blast at each stop along the tour. His knowledge of the country, along with his great sense of humor, made the trip a memorable experience. We absolutely recommend My Ireland Tour to anyone who wants to truly experience Ireland.

Christine Dyer-Whit

11 August 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We spent 10 glorious days in Ireland on a trip with My Ireland Tours. Our driver, Ger Murphy, was excellent! He was knowledgeable, funny, professional and really made the trip! All of the hotels that were booked were in great locations and were clean and comfortable. Ger took us on a few sites that were off the beaten path. He told us stories, worked in history, asked us our particular likes and interests and accommodated our needs perfectly! He handled all the vouchers - checked us in to the various museums, etc - without any problem. My husband and I feel so blessed to have taken our teenage children to Ireland to explore their heritage. I would use My Ireland Tours again without hesitation!

Nancy Street Porter

09 August 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Our guide, David Breen, was excellent and the scenery spectacular. Our accommodations were fabulous and the tour vehicle very nice and comfortable. I thoroughly enjoyed the group with which we traveled. It far exceeded expectations!

Eric Moratelli

08 August 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I just returned from Ireland this week after using My Ireland Tour. We had a large group and they did a great job coordinating everything and putting together an itinerary for us. Our guide, Kevin, was very helpful and was perfect for our group. He was very knowledgeable and was able to answer any questions we had and gave us valuable advice and suggestions. I would definitely recommend My Ireland Tour to anyone thinking of traveling to Ireland in the future.

Melissa Mulder

07 August 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I really enjoyed the variety of things we got to see on our iconic scenes of Ireland tour. From cliffs and castles to villages and big cities, we took in the beauty of Ireland at a relaxed pace. I loved that our driver recommended we make the hike up to a waterfall in Killarney National Park (even though it was pouring and we got soaked!). A fun memory! The Irish food was scrumptious, and the places where we stayed were very comfortable with the exception of no air conditioning at a few places. Also, I absolutely loved the show at the end of our tour where we experienced a wonderful meal along with terrific Irish music and dancing. They did a wonderful job of getting the audience involved.

04 August 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Everything was awesome!!!! A trip and adventure of a lifetime for 14 of our family members! Our guide, Tony did an excellent job of making sure we hit the high points of all we saw and did in those 10 days. We explored together, ate together, visited pubs together, but most importantly made wonderful memories together because My Ireland Tours took care of the details!! We will be back!

Marrion Johnston Clements

03 August 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

The size of the group restricted to 26. The inclusiveness of the tour for excursions and at least 2 meals a day. The hotels were all very good as well as the tour/bus drivers. The pace of the tours was good as there was never a really early morning pick up and we had time between excursions on the bus to relax.

29 July 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We are so thankful we chose My Ireland Tour for our first visit to Ireland. The small tour (8 people) was absolutely fantastic. We saw so much of the country we wouldn't have seen on our own. And the small group was perfect. We never waited in line for anything and had intimate tours of places we would not have had otherwise. Our driver, David, was an absolute delight--funny, personable, knowledgable. The places we stayed were wonderful choices. Cannot recommend My Ireland Tour enough!

Dawn Beard Farley

27 July 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

The best tour ever. Our tour guide Garey was amazing and had alot of history. Thank you so much Garey we miss you already. I will be recommending my Ireland tour to everyone.

Eugenia Nichols

26 July 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Our tour was wonderful. The guide, Tom, was very informative. The accommodations were fabulous. Meals were delicious. I loved not having to worry about any details! Everything was perfectly arranged. This is a wonderful, relaxing tour and I would HIGHLY recommend it.

Valerie McDevitt

24 July 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

A wonderful tour led by guide/driver Colm. We learned so much of the history of Ireland and were treated to Colm's jokes, songs and all around craic! We were blessed with perfect weather for Cliffs of Moher! Much love for your beautiful country

10 July 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I wanted to send you a separate email about the trip. It was literally the best trip we have ever taken. I cannot thank you enough for the planning and the places you took us to on the trip. Patrick Buckley was outstanding. His knowledge of the country and its history was so impressive. We learned so much from him. None of us wanted to leave. My oldest, in fact, is starting to look at going to University there. She cried when we had to leave. I have never laughed as hard as when we were driving around. He was funny, charming and very concerned with us having a good time. Each day we had a full schedule, but Patrick managed to take us to so many additional places everyday. It was absolutely wonderful. He was so passionate about the country and his love of Ireland. He wanted to show us EVERYTHING! His spirit was contagious. One place he stopped was at the Kerry Creamery. That was not on your list, but something you should check out. My daughters really enjoyed the tour and what we learned. They even have a petting zoo which the girls loved. The owners were both there and were so friendly. We also loved the sheep herding demonstration and the Bogs. We are already talking about coming back next year. It was the most positive experience ever. I appreciate your tremendous communication and the great pricing you offered for the whole tour. Everyone we met was lovely, but Patrick made it the best.

Jackie Brander Mersereau

06 July 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We just wrapped up a 10 day private tour. David O'Neil was our fabulous tour guide. He was very knowledgeable of the many areas we visited and such a pleasant man. David went above and beyond for us - recommended wonderful pubs, brought us to the 9/11 memorial, walked us into every exhibit and guided us throughout our trip. Margarita was very helpful in putting this trip together for the 8 of us. She customized our trip and assisted with our hotel in Dublin for days extending beyond our tour. If you are looking for a personalized small group tour, I would highly recommend My Ireland Tour!

04 July 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

It was a small group, easy to get acquainted with all people in the tour group. Our driver, Michael Coleman was excellent, friendly, good sense of humor and very informative. The tour was well arranged and included some some of the greatest beauty of Ireland, such as the Cliffs of Mohr and the Ring of Kerry. Enjoyed it very much.

Rhonda Cramer Wind

02 July 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I already miss Ireland and the amazing people we met on the tour including our funny and knowledgeable guide Tony. He was attentive of every detail! Our hotels were all very nice and checking in was a breeze! The food was always tasty and plentiful. I learned so much about Irish history and culture. The Irish people are soooo nice and helpful. I reccommend this trip to anyone looking for a smaller tour!

Wendy Patterson

26 June 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I highly recommend My Irish Tour for anyone looking to organize a custom tour of Ireland. We were a group of 16 ladies travelling to Ireland to participate in a Half Marathon & 10K earlier this month. Kristel O'Connor was an absolute pleasure to work with. She arranged all of our accommodations and persisted to make sure we got in to the only hotel in the village for race weekend. As a group we were quite specific with things we wanted to see and do - Kristel made it happen!! Our driver, Peter Mullen was fabulous right from the get-go. He got us where we needed to go and even added in a detour or two when asked. Payment was really easy as everyone just logged in to our tour and made their own payments by credit card: this can be an issue with many tour companies requesting a cashier's cheque from 1 person to cover everyone. I hope this helps anyone sitting on the fence make the decision to plan their trip to Ireland.

Jessica Zeller

18 June 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Recently booked a tour with My Ireland Tour and it was perfect! I have nothing bad to say. Our guide was amazing, friendly, and very knowledgeable. It was so nice that everything was taken care of from hotels, experiences and even some meals. They really went above and beyond so that we could truly enjoy our vacation without stress. Highly recommend this tour company!

Paula Connolly

17 June 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Friendly, knowledgeable driver. Roy gave us a great mix of history but with a first person perspective of the country. The tours were very good and varied - historical, ancient monastery, hiking, good tours of Belfast and Derry with local guides. Comfortable clean hotels. Portmarnock Hotel was beautiful. Small group. Highly recommend.

I have just taken my second tour with your company and it was amazing. I was by myself a couple of years ago and talked about it so much that two friends and my wife wanted to go so I brought them this time. We did not have the best weather but in spite of that it was great! Colin was guide, friend, comedian, driver and nursemaid to us all and the best ever! Food was great and the hotels exceptional. A beautiful country and the friendliness is infectious. Will be back!

Katie McGinty

Just returned a week ago from a marvelous trip to Ireland with my BFF's, arranged by Kristel O'Connor who did a magnificent job in arranging our trip! Kristel is knowledgable, professional, adaptable & made our somewhat static criteria seem effortless in accommodating. The hotels were wonderful - clean, friendly service and nice accommodations. Our driver, Peter Mullen, what can I say, he is absolutely THE BEST! Highly recommend, will definitely tell others & hope to use again!

Joe Bravaco

The experience was terrific. The country is beautiful, the people were gracious and friendly, the hotels were impressive, Tom, out guide, was excellent: knowledgeable and accomodating, and even the weather was kind of fun, going from sunshine to rain to subnshine in a matter of minutes. I'd be hard pressed to think of any improvements. Definitely recommend it.

Brody Quint

15 June 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My first guided tour anywhere which was prompted by previous experience driving myself around Ireland and Scotland. What a difference! Roy Moore was exceptional!

Lynn Schmalzried Pomponio

9 June 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We returned home yesterday from an 8 day trip to Ireland. My Ireland Tour was amazing and exceeded our expectations in every way! From the beginning, Kristel guided us in our planning process, and even when we needed unexpected special accommodations a week prior to our trip, she was able to make that happen. The hotels and itinerary were custom-selected for our small group family tour and everything that we requested was accommodated. The coach was very clean and comfortable. One day we had a substitute driver, Dan, who was kind, knowledgeable, and professional, as were other special guides along the way. We really want to give a large amount of gratitude to our driver/guide, Mark. Our trip would not have been the same without his knowledge, skill, professionalism, kindness, and compassion. We all felt a special bond with him that we carried with us back to the USA. We would definitely tour with My Ireland Tour again, and we will highly recommend them to family and friends!!!

Mike Kindred

31 May 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

21 May 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Best Ever! Tony McGoey is just the best guide ever!! I promise you will never have more fun in a small group tour of Ireland with anyone better than Tony! Best hotels, castles, restaurants, tours, and camaraderie on the planet! Do as much or as little as you like! Learn as much or as little as you care to with Tony to guide you. 10 stars from me!

16 May 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We are just finishing up our second My Ireland Tour. There aren't words to describe how awesome these experiences have been. Superb itineraries, great accommodations and exceptional tour guides are just a few of the superlatives that come to mind. We are already planning for a third trip for next year. My Ireland Tour is, hands down, the absolutely superior way to explore Ireland!

Kathy Cramer Murray

1 May 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

What a wonderful trip! Led by Tom Lavin, my husband & I lived & breathed the beauty of Ireland for 10 days, making 24 new friends in the process. Thank you all for the terrific memories!

Christine Alm

17 April 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Saw a lot of amazing places and Tom Lavin our tour guide was the best he explained all of it and was so kind and caring!!

Lizzy Mullin

10 April 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This was my first trip abroad and what an awesome experience! It is all thanks to Martina for her quick response to any question, to our guide/driver Tom Levin, guides we had at various sites we visited, to the small group we traveled with, who many later became friends. This trip was well organized so my only worry was to ENJOY every minute of it, and boy did I! I have been telling everyone what an amazing trip this was and how amazing this company is! Thank you so much! Hope to go back soon!

Sam Zempel Erickson

8 April 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

It was amazing from start to finish. From the first contact with the company, to the goodbye at the airport, the employees were exemplary. Loved our knowledgeable guide, Tom. I highly reccomend them!!

7 April 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Had an absolutely wonderful time on the first tour of the year! Tom was the ultimate host; he is very knowledgeable about all things Ireland, a fantastic driver, and a kind person. He was an amazing tour guide! I can't wait for my next trip back! Thank you My Ireland Tour!

Justine Hunt

15 January 2019  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My Ireland Tours responded to my email almost immediately, and they worked with my travel agent even though we are in New York. They also offer a bit more than other travel companies that I researched. Can't wait for my trip.

Dody Mettler Burke

4 November 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This was my bucket list trip, I went in Oct. Ireland was everything I had hoped. Tony the drive/guide was ... well I wonder how many tour guides sing to their cargo? He was great. Always in good humor and full of did you know's... The hotels were good. The food, well as a picker eater I am not a good judge of that but I was never hungry. Having only 26 people on the tour is not overwhelming and we all got along :). All of the stops on the tour were great! I would like to have had more time at the Monastery ruins. The only thing I would change, and this has nothing to do with the tour, is not getting the flu my last day in Dublin... so glad I booked an extra day!

Teg Gregory

19 October 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

As a Boomer tourist I enjoyed the two night stays in the upscale hotels before moving on to the next destination leaving the driving and informative dialogue to Tony Mc'Goey.

Pat Tresham

15 October 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

What an amazing vacation! Our family of six took a 10 day small group tour of Ireland. Thanks to Martina for helping plan such a fantastic itinerary. Our driver/guide Barry was simply the best! His warmth, good humor, skilled driving and historical knowledge made this a trip of a lifetime. I must also thank the people of Ireland for their hospitality. I have already recommended My Ireland Tour to friends and family. I hope to return someday.

12 October 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

What a wonderful experience with wonderful people. Kieran, our guide was knowledgeable and generous. Our group was small enough to become cohesive and we've formed relationships that will last. The tour itself was well-paced, informative and comfortable and we were able to experience sites that were unique and off the beaten path. I loved our accommodations. The food was great. Don't hesitate. Alone or coupled or grouped. You won't be disappointed. You'll expand your understanding of Irish history and culture. And you'll make fabulous memories!

Amy Lou Hansen

09 October 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Just experienced a wonderful small group tour with My Ireland Tour and our driver/guide Kieran Mangan. The eight in our group got along nicely and enjoyed the knowledge, humor and kindness Kieran offered. The itinerary was not too touristy, and the pace was relaxed and allowed for some flexibility. It was nice to not always be on a beaten path. The overall quality of the food, hotels and selected sites was great! Ireland is a beautiful country and My Ireland Tour made visiting easy, fun and interesting. While we certainly can and have traveled independently ,and in fact, this particular trip was a mix of tour and independent travel), the overall value and experience were both enhanced by the small group tour.

26 September 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Great value and overall program. Our driver Tony M. was top notch.

Janice McSweeney

24 September 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

What a wonderful experience we had with your tour! It was my husband's and my first time to Ireland and your company made it exceptional. Excellent lodging, food and transportation but what made it truly outstanding was our tour guide, Colm. He was so knowledgeable and helpful, but it was his quick wit that kept our whole group laughing and bonding together. Thank you for a wonderful vacation. I highly recommend My Ireland Tour! 5-stars!

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our My Ireland tour. Our tour driver and guide Colm was just an excellent guide. He had a very good level of knowledge about Irish history and he demonstrated a wonderful Irish spirit when he talked about each of the sites and areas we visited. He was humorous, interesting and a real Irishman with a love for his country and an interesting life philosophy reflected in his Irish upbringing. The bus was clean and roomy which was good and each day Colm spiffed things up inside and out which was nice. We were lucky to have a great group of 12 total people who got along well and were interested in having a good time and enjoying our Irish experience. We will definitely do another My Ireland tour.

20 September 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Our 10 day tour was amazing! Everything was perfectly planned and we saw so many wonderful things. We had an excellent group and our driver/guide Alan was unbelievably great! He went above and beyond to make sure our tour was unforgettable! I highly recommend My Ireland Tour.

Jackie Charland Eaton

19 September 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Excellent company. Dave Breen was the most wonderful guide. He was knowledgeable, funny and so kind to our group. HIGHLY recommend him and this company! You will not be disappointed.

Felicia Mattingly

My husband and I just finished our 10 Day tour. This was our 5 year anniversary trip. We couldn't have asked for a better tour group, everything was taken care of, we didn't have to worry about a thing. Our driver Alan was fantastic, and went above and beyond to make our trip that much more memorable. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone, you certainly won't be disappointed.

Judie M Austin

25 August 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

What a grand guide.. Barry was tremendous.....and had a great sense of humor to put up with Jo and myself. So glad I booked thisNI tour...

Kathleen Holford

22 August 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Absolutely loved the tour and our guide, Tony, made it even better!!!

Valerie Schueckler

15 August 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My Ireland Tours is a first class company. Their attention to detail, communications, recommendations all came together to make our trip extra ordinary!

Patti Clark Wunder

07 August 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I took my mother on the 10-day tour as an 80th birthday gift. This is the first guided tour I've booked, and the My Ireland Tour website was incredibly helpful and easy to use. I can honestly say this holiday was better than I could have imagined. Everything from the fellow passengers, to the bus, to the activities, to the guide was terrific! Each day was as fun as the previous. I was a bit sad for it to end. I want to say a very special thank you to Tony, our guide, for really making this trip special. Not only was Tony knowledgeable about the scheduled sites/stops, but he also gave us information about the Irish history and people in general. I also want to compliment all the guides who were scheduled at the various historical sites. They, too, were incredibly knowledgeable and terrific with their delivery. I will definitely be recommending My Ireland Tour to my friends and family.

Kristi Perry

16 July 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My family and just returned from a weeklong tour of Ireland with the amazing Keith Boyd as our guide. Keith went out of his way regularly to make sure our trip was outstanding! I would highly recommend My Ireland Tour and Keith. Thank you for a memorable, educational and all around great time!

Jean Downing Lynch

12 July 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

With the help of Eric from My Ireland Tours we created a near perfect tour of Ireland. We had 29 people on our tour and al had a great time. The highlights were the Jameson's Distillery, the town of Kenmare and the Heritage Center and Molly Gallivan's in Bonane. Our driver, Paddy, was the best and fit right in with our crazy group. This trip was the first time in Ireland for many and all said they would return. Thank you all again for making this so special.

David Dimmich

Our tour was very pleasurable, although maybe not as memorable as our other four trips to the U.K. My wife and I thoroughly enjoy historical venues and spending time in unique villages and contrasting the difference between U.K. life and life in the States. We didn't see as many historical spots as we would have preferred, but that's just the nature of the tour we selected. Our tour guide, Tom Lavin, couldn't have been more professional or accommodating. Overall, a nice trip.

Sandra Denington

07 July 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Wonderful tour of Ireland! Our guide Tom was very informative and a great guy. Hotels and food were all top notch. Saw lots, but at a nice pace with free time to explore on your own. Met some great people. Ireland is a wonderful country full of natural beauty and genuine people.

Steve McCravy

30 June 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We had the most wonderful experience with your tour! Our guide was Harry Fisher and he was very knowledgeable and informative the entire trip ,and great fun as well). We took the Celtic Explorer tour which was an excellent combination of places, people and things, I highly recommend it. We are currently planning on going back next year to tour the southern half and intend to use your services again.

Nicki Lucas

18 June 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My sister and I took the Celtic Explorer tour in June 2018. The tour and guide, Harry, were amazing!! Harry took such good care of us, and he has an amazing amount of information to share as he's been a guide for a couple of decades. He also gave everyone in our group a personalized map of Ireland outlining everywhere we stopped. Martina at My Ireland Tour was always helpful as well. My only wish was for some of the hotels to be closer to the city centers. My sister and I moved on to Scotland after Ireland and joined a different tour company, and our experience with that tour and guide only emphasized how great My Ireland Tour and Harry were.

Terry Yurky

I want to thank My Ireland Tour and our driver/guide Tom for a memorable trip of a lifetime. I knew that MIT was the one when I saw their well planned website that left nothing to the imagination. The 10 day iconic trip had everything for the first timer to Ireland. It was very comforting to know what hotels,tours and costs associated with the tour would be. Our driver,Tom, was the best. He made sure we were cared for in all areas, which meant he put in very long days. He was knowledgeable on the points of interest during the whole trip. He also had a good sense of humor. I can't thank MIT enough for providing us with an exceptional experience in beautiful Ireland.

Maureen Kiely Mason

14 June 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Just completed a 10 day small group tour of Ireland with my family. It was perfect from start to finish. Our guide Peter was very knowledgeable and really made our tour memorable. I have been recommending your company to all of my friends!

Penny Middaugh

02 June 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We absolutely loved our Ireland trip. Tom, our guide, was professional and personable. He made sure everything was arranged in advance and he is extremely knowledgeable about Ireland's history. Our tour group was awesome! We built many friendships while we were there. I recommend this tour group to anyone who wants to see Ireland and leave all the stressful tasks to someone else.

Linda Goodman King

29 May 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Just finished an AMAZING 10 day Castle To Castle Tour! The accommodations were exceptional, the scenery and history absolutely fantastic, and George, our guide, was incredibly knowledgeable, organized ,which is a HUGE compliment from me), and just an all-around great guy to lead our group!! Will definitely travel with My Ireland again! Big thanks to Martina too, for quick responses and great info! Thank you!

Kathleen Neff-Drexler

27 May 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

First I must say I am still in awwe of the beauty of Ireland and the genuine kindness of the Irish people. Next I will tell you I am disabled and unable to walk very far. This company and our wonderful tour guides went out of their way for me as I needed a scooter to get around These guys had to haul out to scooter every place we went and set it up for me. They brought the battery in and charged it every night. All this with kindness. It still brings years to my eyes. Because of them I was able to have a life time dream come true. I love you and am eternally grateful to you Tony and Cahill. Sorry I think I spelt that wrong, but you know you are. Much love always.

Kathy Dziurkowski Bremmer

17 May 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

The best time of my life! We had a small group of 11 and our wonderful driver Tom, shared his vast knowledge and love of his country with us. I got to experience so many wonderful sites and eat so many wonderful dishes. I would come back again tomorrow if I could! Fantastic company to travel with and I will definitely return!!!

LeeAnn Boushley Leitch

16 May 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I just got back from a 7 day tour of Ireland with My Ireland Tours. Kristel, in planning was so great to work with and accommodated all our tour requests. Our driver Patrick, was friendly and knowledgeable. This made our trip flawless. the Bed and Breakfasts and hotels were top notch and the food was excellent. This is definitely the way to go. Sit back in comfort and let someone else do the driving. Well worth the added expense. Many of our passes into attractions were also included. Wish we would have had more time. Fabulous trip and I would highly recommend My Ireland Tours.

Patty Flanigan Motta

15 May 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Our family booked My Ireland Tour for a siblings trip in the beginning of May. We were beyond thrilled with everything about the tour. The hotels were top notch and our tour guide Ger Murphy was the BEST! We all learned so much about our Irish Heritage and at the same time enjoyed the gorgeous scenery and insightful commentary of Ger. He always recommended the best restaurants for us each evening and also the most fun pubs to visit. I would recommend this tour company to anyone who is planning a visit to Ireland.

Bonnie D. Roland

10 day tour was a great vacation ..we had tony the singing bus driver ... he was very informative and lots of fun ... the days were full of things to see and do ... hotels, food, and pubs were good

Clare Mont Sexton

11 May 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I just finished a 5 day tour with this company and it was fantastic! The driver was so kind and efficient. The hotel accommodations were lovely. Check-in was a breeze. We had just enough time in each location to get a feel for the place. I would definitely recommend this company to family and friends!

Brooke Anne Hardwick

09 April 2018  •  My Ireland Tour Package

If you are looking for a boutique adventure through one of the most enchanting countries on Earth than there's no other choice but My Ireland Tour.

Maureen Callan

23 October 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I recently returned for both the Ireland tours. It truly was the trip of a lifetime. We had three different drivers, Tom, Tony, and Enda. All very special in their own way. Tom is so knowledgeable about his country. He made us see Ireland thru the eyes of the Irish, the history, current events, and the pride felt by the Irish in their country. It was a memorable and emotional experience. Tony had stories he shared with us and he SANG for us, a beautiful Irish voice. Enda took us to a special hidden waterfall. The hotels we stayed at ran the gamut from nice, to very special. Portmarnock is on the Irish Sea. Magical. I enjoyed the Randles Hotel in Killarney, it had an old world feel about it. I was lucky to get a room in the old part of the hotel, in front with a bay window and a window seat. The Dunboyne was another beautiful place. It is within very close walking distance, under 5 minutes, to a village with shops and restaurants. I did have a problem with the Clayton Hotel Bainbridge. It is a beautiful hotel, old world, beautiful stained-glass windows. The placement of my room was completely unacceptable and the hotel was not interested in changing it. I spoke with Tom and he fixed it. The location of my changed room was perfect. Score Tom and My Ireland Tours! There tour included so many places, and the days are full. I left the tour while in Dublin to see some museums important to me. Tom made sure I knew where to find the bus when I was finished. The size of the bus vs the size of the tour allowed for personal comfort. As a solo traveler I did not want to be jammed in with strangers and this was not a problem. The tour itself exceeded my highest expectations. I feel the communication from the office could be improved. I was told I would have my tour information ten days before and received it only three days before I left for Ireland. This made me feel a little uneasy. They did arrange my arrival a day early with no problem. I hope this company expands into other places in the UK as I would tour with them happily.

Christina Kaplan

13 October 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

A key part of our trip! I work with Krystal at My Ireland Tours for about 9 months prior to our trip. She helped my with everything from sights to see, hotels, restaurants...EVERYTHING. We traveled with a family of eight. All adults. I could go on and on about how fantastic this company is!! I welcome anyone to contact me with further questions. We had David as our driver. All of us felt very taken care of...he made sure we all knew where we were going, offer suggestions, and changes to our itinerary. He felt like part of our family by the end of the trip. From start to finish they help to provide us a very memorable trip!!

We had a 9 day 8 night tour planned and one day trip as well.. Working with Kristel was great. She gave us a rough draft after we told her what we were looking for. Then was great about tweaking it with our requests. When ended up with a filled but not rushed tour. We Had heard about how awesome Tony was and requested him as our guide. We did get him and were not disappointed. His excellent knowledge, personality, humor, and patience was amazing. The trip was planned way in advance and seemed to take forever to arrive. We it was finally time were pleased that everything went as smoothly with the tour as we had hoped. Tony handled everything and even went above and beyond with helping with lost luggage for one of our members. His suggestions along the way were always spot on. Can't wait to get back to Ireland! We will definitely be suing My Ireland Tours again.

08 October 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We would like to thank Tom our main driver again. He is an awesome person and a wealth of knowledge, which made our trip totally fantastic! We would also like to thank Enda and Tony. They were the two drivers who covered for Tom on his days off. They too were awesome and brought their own personal Flair to the days that they were with us. Tony serenaded us with some wonderful Irish Tunes and Enda kept us quite entertained with his upbeat outgoing personality. Radomir and I would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to go to Ireland. By the way you will be able to tell by the pictures sent to your company that we quickly went from a couple on vacation to a group of friends on vacation. Thank you to all sharing this trip with us.

Paul Deering

23 September 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Windy, cold, wet, and well worth it! It's Ireland doncha know! Excellent bus tour with wonderful guide/driver Kieran Mangan. We had a superb time on our Essential Ireland Tour! We really liked the hub-and-spoke structure, where we spent two or three nights in a single hotel and did day trips outward -- this saved a lot of time and the odious pack-and-vacate process. The sites we visited and Kieran's extensive knowledge of and love for his country were super; so too was his even-handed, positive way of explaining contentious issues such as .The Troubles. and the Rebellion. Outstanding Experience! I highly recommend this outfit!

Marybeth Hummel-Buonaiuto

22 September 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This was the most amazing trip! My 29 year old daughter and I took this tour of southern Ireland and could not have been more pleased. Our driver Tom Lavin is simply the finest Lad in Ireland. He made our trip absolutely perfect! We could not have asked for more.

Anita Melnick Huber

19 September 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Just returned from the most magical trip ever! This tour company made all of my Ireland dreams come true. GEORGE was absolutely wonderful! He took such great care of us. I highly recommend this company and also GEORGE.

Dina Subiono

13 September 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We went to Ireland this past July and we were on the Castle and Backroad Tour. The places we visited, the meals and most especially our driver John provided us with an awesome experience that we will have fond memories of always....

Karen Campagna

05 September 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Loved the tour, and my tour guide, Tom. He was so knowledgeable!

Mary Ellen Dennehy

19 August 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

A couple of weeks ago I got back from a family trip with My Ireland Tour. With the help of Kristel, we planned an itinerary that included visiting with family in Clonakilty in Cork, exploring areas where my mother's grandparents were born, as well as spending time Dublin, Killarney, and Westport ,great choice!). The trip was amazing in every way, the itinerary perfect. There were 27 of us ,3 generations, and everybody had a wonderful time. Our driver, Enda, was a big part of the success of the trip. Along with making us feel very safe with his driving, he was warm, accommodating, patient and took care of all of the details. He also made the impossible happen in the Rower when he found a ,kind and generous!, man in town who led us to a small side road where my mother and Aunts were able to meet a relative that they had never met and talk with her about all of their connections! It was beautiful. Another highlight was when we told Enda we wanted to go swimming on Achill island, and ,even though I think he thought we were a little crazy, he brought us to the most spectacular beach ,on Keem Bay, - despite the fact that it was not easy to get to. It was warm and sunny on the beach and we were all there together, with many of us swimming in the waves. It was a joy. We wanted it to be a trip of a lifetime - with three generations together - and that's what it was. Thank you to Kristel and to Enda for all that they did. I recommend My Ireland Tour without reservation.

Melissa Marie

07 August 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Great tour! Tom was awesome! Definitely would recommend to anyone. Couldn't have asked for a better time in Ireland. Thank you for an amazing trip!!

Erin Cobb McPherson

02 August 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My family & I recently had the trip of a lifetime by traveling together in honor of my father, Joe Cobb in Ireland My Ireland Tour was the most amazing company to work with & I highly recommend their service. Kristel was our agent from start to finish & Patrick, our driver/guide, became part of our family!� We traveled with 4 kids age range from 7-13, & 6 adults age range of 39-75. Kristel & Patrick tailor-made our trip to suite all of needs. The hotels were all 5-stars & the Glasha Farm House was incredible. The trip was bittersweet & I believe we all left a piece of our hearts there. Thank you My Ireland Tour!!!

Janet Campbell Cappo

26 July 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We were very pleased with our MyIreland tour. Well planned activities, beautiful scenery, good food, and nice hotels filled our days. Tom, our very knowledgeable and congenial guide, enhanced our trip with historical information on the sites we visited and his insights on current issues affecting the people of Ireland. We appreciate the extra efforts he made to care for us and his skillful driving on the tricky roadways of Ireland.

June Schultz

Thank you My Ireland Tours for a wonderfully memorable vacation and thank you to Tony our bus driver who got us through some precariously narrow turns while singing some wonderful Irish songs. Tony was professional and courteous. I would recommend My Ireland Tours to anyone

Howard L. Rasmussen

02 July 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Thomas Lavin is an excellent guide and driver. He is very friendly. He took good care of all of us on the tour. Accommodations were first class as was the cuisine. We would be pleased to do another tour of Ireland with this guide and this company.

Sharalee Roberts

27 June 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This tour company and our driver Tony went above and beyond for us for our visit to Ireland. We lucked out and had a week of sunshine. Ireland was stunning! Thank you to Tony & Kristel at My Ireland Tours!

Elizabeth Elmore Rhoad

22 June 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

The pictures do not lie. Ireland was absolutely beautiful and green and we had lots of sunny days. The trip was well organized to tour the highlights and our bus driver, Brian Rawlings provided much added commentary that really made the trip. The hotels were very nice. Having at least two nights in each was a lifesaver in terms of packing and unpacking. The food was authentic, plentiful and of great quality, though I was sorry we didn't get to sample the shellfish. I love scenery and history and we got plenty of both. I also enjoyed the insights Brian gave on Briexit and other political topics. Two in our party of four got bad colds and one in our party had to use a walker. Brian was so attentive and helpful to all of us. I would definitely recommend your tours for anyone wanting to see a lot of Ireland in a short time.

Vicki McWilliams Stephens

21 June 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Our tour was amazing! We had the time of our lives and met some pretty wonderful people too! Tom Lavin was an awesome guide! Thank you!

Dave Roberts

17 June 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I can really recommend this tour; we had an excellent guide, Tom Lavin, who was really knowledgeable. I would love to go again

Michelle Harris Cranford

02 June 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Tom Lavin is awesome! What a great tour! We did the Essential Ireland tour and Tom gave us so much history and his love for Ireland is contagious. We loved every minute of it and our hotel rooms were just right. Can't say what my favorite part was because all of it was wonderful but have to admit the Jameson experience was my favorite but only because I'm a whiskey drinker :, My husband recommends the Hop House 13 and found it a photographer's paradise. Our son loved all of the trip and looks forward to going back. We were fortunate to have such an awesome group of people on our tour and Tom blended right in. We will definitely recommend this tour and look forward to another tour of Ireland!

Heather Dunn

17 May 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

If you want gorgeous scenery, rich history, accommodations that will thoroughly spoil you; daily culinary masterpieces, and a cute-as-a-button guide that can make you grin and laugh all day long ,Tony McGoey, then this tour is for you! I'd give it 10-stars but the app doesn't allow it. Book your tour TODAY! I've already booked another MyIrelandtour for August �

Jerri Malone

16 May 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We just returned home from 2 weeks of the best trip ever! Our 10 day tour with guide Tom was over the moon. I am only sorry we didn't go sooner. The accommodations, food and fellow travelers were 1st class. Hope we can visit again soon.

13 May 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My with wife Sandy and I thoroughly enjoyed the My Ireland Tour. Our accommodations at the various hotels were super. Our planned meals were great and there was plenty of delicious food. I personally gained five pounds. Ireland at this time of year was truly magnificent. The views were spectacular. We came away with some awesome pictures and memories. We made new friends and it turned out that two of them ,Ken & Paulette, live about 2 miles of us! What were the odds of that? The must notable thing I took away from the trip was our tour guide Tony. Tony, you made this trip for us. You are truly a great person with a heart of gold! You turned our tour bus into your personal karaoki machine. Your knowledge, and stories about Ireland were just great, although there was a lot of sad history. The people of Ireland were super. So polite. I would still consider retiring there regardless of the issues with your politicians, health care and tax structure. In America, we have our own problems. We would highly recommend your tour to others and Kristel made booking our accommodations easy. Love it, Love it, Love it.

Heather Grove Gronholm

05 May 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I can't believe I am now just reviewing...but we had the most amazing trip in October. Everything was just perfect from start to finish! Throughout the planning process, My Ireland Tour ,Eric specifically!, created and recreated multiple itineraries so that every member of our group was accommodated. Our driver guide, Ger, was the most interesting fella ever, he had so much history and stories to share with us. He was a pleasure to spend time with, even .after hours. at the pub. We received multiple quotes for similar tours and My Ireland Tour was very affordable and offered superior, personalized service in my opinion. I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone planning a trip to Ireland in the future. So glad I trusted my gut on this one!

Angela Bekkering-Mugnaini

11 April 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This tour package far exceeded our expectations. Top of the line hotels, great itinerary, excellent meals. Every day was something new and the time fly's by. You could not ask for a better tour package for the money.

Teresa Daugherty Looper

01 April 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Amazing...as you can tell by all the reviews. I was a little reluctant to do a bus tour but so glad I happened to book it with My Ireland Tour. First and foremost Tony made everyone feel safe and comfortable. He definitely has a way with people that adds joy to the experience. One aspect I was not anticipating but enjoyed was hearing the history of Ireland and its people. All of the historical sites were interesting and beautiful to see. There is plenty of food to be had, opportunities to meet local people, purchase that sweater , hear traditional Irish music and experience pub life. Thank you to everyone who helped put this together.

Karleen Hicks

I had the BEST time on this tour. I've wanted to go to Ireland for many years and finally decided to just go for it! My Ireland Tour was the perfect vehicle for seeing the place for the first time. Our tour guide, Tony, was entirely fun and informative. He sings and gives the most amazing facts about where you are and what you're seeing. I'd definitely use this tour company again, in fact, I'd take this tour again!

Cindy Daugherty

22 March 2017  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Tony is the most amazing guide. I had so much fun laughing and hearing his songs. The stories of Ireland's history the surprises along the way Go on his tour and you will not be let down I feel a great deal of love for this country and the people.

Kimberly Lynch Bella

15 September 2016  •  My Ireland Tour Package

I cannot say enough about My Ireland Tours! Kristel was a joy to work with and she never failed to answer even my most basic questions. Complete professionalism from start to finish. From the itinerary to our drivers, Pat and Charlie, hotels, vehicle, site visits, and the overall welcoming we received, we couldn't have asked for a better vacation. I look forward to using MIT again in the future and no one else. The specific knowledge that the staff at MIT and our drivers hadto share with us helped us learn so much. Pat even helped us to arrange a 21st birthday dinner celebration for my niece and family by booking a dinner reservation for us at a restaurant he recommended. He also arranged for a dessert with candle surprise at the end of our meal. Pat never steered us wrong and went out of his way every day. Thank you to all who made our vacation a dream come true! Kim Bella

Carolyn Oros

30 July 2016  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Outstanding!! There were 8 of us ages 9 to 52 and Eric laid out a perfect itinerary for all of us. The best part was Patrick our tour guide/driver. He was a breath of fresh air with all his knowledge, stories, and great humor! He was always so kind to each of us and seemed to know what we all needed! He brought us to such amazing places and fun activities for all. We highly recommend Eric O'Gorman's company!

26 July 2016  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Back home after 3 weeks, with the first 10 days with this tour. Loved it! I saw so many things and only scratched the surface. Thanks to Tony, tour guide and driver. You are wonderful!

Lyle Rescott

25 June 2016  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Barb and I had a great time on our recent tour of Ireland on My Ireland Tour. The Tour Director--Tom Lavine-- was excellent. We recommend this tour to anyone !!

Janet Curreri Fisher

17 December 2015  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We were very fortunate to locate Eric and his Tour Company. This was our first trip abroad as well as our first trip to Ireland in June 2015. Eric was extremely patient as he asked us what our goals were in Ireland and then developed an itinerary, which included our driver ,due to some health issues, we wanted to have our own driver/guide), our accommodations in a variety of settings, including bed and breakfasts and a castle. All our breakfasts were included and admissions if required were also included. Eric worked tirelessly while we worked and reworked our itinerary. We had ten leisurely days to spend with our driver and guide, Gerard, exploring this lovely country, which turned into a mystical adventure experiencing so many tastes, smells, sounds and beautiful sights of Ireland as well as meeting the wonderful people of Ireland. Ger was also a magnificent historian with a wonderful sense of humor and could rework our itinerary at a moments notice. Eric even included our accommodations and breakfasts for when we arrived in Dublin and the days before we left Ireland. It allowed for some down time and time where we could explore Dublin. We have so much gratitude toward Eric and his staff for this trip of a lifetime. Do not hesitate for a moment to place your next vacation to Ireland in his very capable hands.

Steven Goldblatt

27 November 2015  •  My Ireland Tour Package

This was my family's first trip abroad, it was by happenstance that we contacted Eric. Eric's team was excellent. Very helpful with planning of trip. We had a great trip, wonderful sites, itinerary well planned. We had a private tourguide, Pat B. who we loved and will be a . friend for life..

Sandy Gillis

27 October 2015  •  My Ireland Tour Package

Our trip was an absolute joy. We had the pleasure of meeting and bonding with an incredible group of fellow travelers. Our Discover Ireland Tour was everything we could have imagined and more. We feel so fortunate to have been on this particular tour, with such a fun group of people and to have had the great pleasure of being led by our wonderful tour guide,Tom! He made the trip so much more than just a bus ride through the countryside of Ireland. He was knowledgeableabout Irish history, past and present, very accommodating, answered all our questions, was happy to arrange activities the group wanted to attend, and put up with all of us for 10 days! I cannot recommend My Ireland Tour Travel Agency highly enough. This was a first class, marvelous vacation. Thank you for making our trip such an easy, pleasurable, memorable event. Ireland is a very beautiful country with the friendliest people in the world. Loved every minute spent there.

Pam Flaspohler

23 October 2015  •  My Ireland Tour Package

My husband, Frank, and I just got back for our tour in Ireland. Our guide/bus driver, Brian O'Rourke, was the most knowledgeable, helpful, kind, considerate, funny person ever! He went out of his way to make sure that everyone was taken care of, and if someone had a need, like a new charger for their phones, he tried to track one down! We saw many sites that, if we'd tried to do the tour ourselves, would have missed! It was an incredible lifetime experience! I'd love to come again, with the whole family!! You couldn't find a better company to do your trip with!

Chance's Page

21 October 2015  •  My Ireland Tour Package

We spend an enormous amount of time planning this, our first trip to Ireland. We decided on October for cooler, milder temperatures and a slower time of year for tourism. We also wanted to take advantage of the Castle Tour package. The staff at My Ireland Tour were extremely helpful and responsive with our many planning questions right down to the clothing we should bring. We were kept busy during our ten days in Ireland, but not too busy that we couldn't stop and smell the roses and enjoy ourselves. Our tour guide, Tony McGoey was very knowledgeable, helpful, and made the trip memorable for the entire group, which consisted of 26 adults. There was definitely something for everyone and the food was great. I highly recommend this company for your Ireland travels.

Jim Herrmann

17 October 2015  •  My Ireland Tour Package

When our group planned our trip, we thought that we had done a pretty good job of defining the route and ,with the help of the folks form Discover Ireland/My Ireland Tour, identifying places to stay. To a degree, we wanted to take the road less traveled.

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Northern Ireland's capital city and the birthplace of the Titanic. Read more...

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• Glenshane Country Farm

Discover how day to day life works on an authentic Irish farm. Read more...

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The Deposit is non-refundable. However, before 60 days you can make unlimited changes for free, including changing your tour dates (including transferring to a tour in 2026), changing your tour and changing tour participants.

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25% of total price is forfeited on cancellation

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50% of total price is forfeited on cancellation

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100% of total price is forfeited on cancellation

The Deposit for the Highlights of Ireland and Scotland Tour 2025 is €500 per person.

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For guests who are travelling alone and are therefore not sharing a room, the single occupancy supplement for the Highlights of Ireland and Scotland Tour 2025 is €600.

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Children ages 8 yrs - 17 yrs inclusive receive a 10% discount on the prices. Children must share a room with a least 1 adult. Our tours do not cater for children 7 yrs or younger. You must be 18 or over to travel on our adults-only tours.

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Once a partial or full payment has been made, cancellations will only be accepted in writing (either by email or standard mail) to My Ireland Tour. Cancellation terms will be applied based on the date that the written cancellation is received and based on the following dates prior to tour commencement. Cancellation fees apply as indicated above. All cancellation fees include the initial deposit.

About your Tour Guide

45% of our reviews mention their tour guide by name

Perhaps the most vital ingredient of any tour is your tour guide. Acting not only as your guide but also as your driver, their knowledge and experience, passion and personality form the foundation on which any successful tour is built.

That's why we only work with the very best guides in Ireland. As our past guests know, our tour guides are a big reason why we're Ireland's best-rated tour operator, with 1456 five-star reviews out of a possible 1495.

Irish born and bred

All of our driver-guides were born in Ireland and have lived here all their lives. What's more, they are passionate about our country, its culture and its heritage.

Qualified and experienced

Our driver-guides are qualified, experienced professionals who are committed to impeccable customer care and making your vacation memorable for all the right reasons.

Experts in Irish history & culture

Our driver-guides are true experts in their field. Their knowledge of Irish history, culture (and where to get the best pint of Guinness) is second to none.

Committed to your safety and care

Your safety and comfort are paramount to us and to all our driver-guides. All our guides are experienced coach drivers with impeccable safety records.

Tour accommodation

We are very selective in getting just the right accommodation for each specific tour, and we are very proud of the selection of hotels we have put together. Some of these hotels are family-owned, just like ourselves, and we have a long-standing relationship with them all.

Tour Vehicles

On a tour vacation, the journey can be just as important as the destination. That's why our tour buses are all of the highest standards, both in terms of luxury and reliability.

We choose our tour vehicles carefully. All our tour buses offer plenty of space to spread out, tinted windows, air conditioning and on-board fridges. It's what you should expect.

We deliberately leave some seats empty. In fact, we use 34-seater coaches, but limit the number of participants to 26. That's because we want all of our guests to be able to spread out, relax and enjoy the journey. This smaller group size is a core principle in our tours.

Please note: the bus shown in the gallery is one of the 34-seater coaches used on our tours for max. 26 guests. For any reason, should one of these become unavailable for your tour, we will endeavour to provide an equally luxurious and comfortable touring bus.

What's included in my vacation?

Tour attractions, hospitality.

• 9 Nights Accommodation
• 7 Evening Meals
• 8 Breakfasts
• 1 Farm Lunch
• Tour Director
• Airport Arrival Transfers
• All local taxes
• Porterage of one suitcase per person
• Luxury Air-Conditioned Coach
• Ferry Tickets to Belfast on Stena Line
• Airport Departure Transfers

Not Included

• Gratuity for the Tour Guide
• Travel Insurance (required)
• Glenshane Country Farm Lunch
• Beverages except Tea / Coffee with Breakfast & Evening Dinner
• Room Service
• Telephone Charges

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Adare Village and Thatched Cottages

About Adare Village and Thatched Cottages

Adare is a small town in Co. Limerick, known for its quaint and colourful thatched cottages. Adare is considered to be one of Ireland's most beautiful towns so stop and take in the view. Don't forget your camera today - the perfect chance to capture the essence of old Ireland.

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About Belfast City

Since peace returned to Belfast in the late 1990s, Northern Ireland's capital has undergone an astonishing transformation. Once tied in with sectarian violence and, perhaps cruelly, lumped in with Bosnia, Beiruit and Baghdad on the list of places for globe-trotting tourists to avoid, the city is now a modern, thriving and cosmopolitan hub of hotels, restaurants and family-friendly attractions.

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Belfast Tour & Murals

About Belfast Tour & Murals

You will be joined by a local specialist guide on a city tour of Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland. You will see and hear all about the history of this once troubled city including the murals of the Loyalist Shankill Road and Nationalist Falls Road.

Black Taxi Tour Belfast

About Black Taxi Tour Belfast

Take a journey through this once troubled city. See the murals of the Loyalist Shankill Road & Nationalist Falls Road. The Troubles took their toll on the economic life of Belfast, but the past ten years of peace have returned much prosperity while the genuine friendliness of the city never left.

• Blarney Woollen Mills

About Blarney Woollen Mills

Originally built in 1823, Blarney Woollen Mills was mainly used for the spinning and weaving of wool. After it closed in 1973, it reopened in 1975 — as an Irish heritage shop.

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About Carlingford Lough Ferry

Uncover the legends and tales surrounding the renowned Carlingford Lough as you traverse the picturesque route linking Dublin and Belfast aboard the Carlingford Lough Ferry.

Culloden Battlefield

About Culloden Battlefield

The Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre commemorates the last pitched battle fought on British soil, in April 1746. Learn more about the Jacobite intent to overthrow the House of Hanover and return the House of Stuart to the British throne.

Dublin City

About Dublin City

Dublin is Ireland's capital city. It is known as being a friendly and vibrant place to visit — with an endless list of activities and destinations available to explore and world-famous nightlife.

About Edinburgh Castle

Luring over Edinburgh from its position on Castle Rock, Edinburgh Castle has been a fixture of the skyline since the 12th century. The location of Castle Rock, formed on top of an extinct volcano, made it the ideal location to build a defensive fortress. Edinburgh Castle, over the years, has been used as a place to burn 'witches' at the stake, foil rebellions and house prisoners of war. Today it is Scotland's number 1 tourist attraction.

About Edinburgh City

Edinburgh has been Scotland's capital city since the 15th century. It is Scotland's second most populous city, after Glasgow, and is the location of both the Scottish government and monarchy. Edinburgh is seen as the cultural hub of Scotland, with its thriving festival scene attracting 4.4 million visitors to the city in the month of August alone.

About EPIC: The Irish Emigration Museum

EPIC: The Irish Emigration Museum, tracks the harrowing history of the 10 million Irish people left the island, for a variety of reasons, over the past 300 years.

Ferry to Belfast Port

About Ferry to Belfast Port

Enjoy a leisurely ferry crossing to the welcoming Belfast Port in Northern Ireland.

About The Giant's Causeway

Northern Ireland's only UNESCO World Heritage site, known in Gaelic as Clochán na bhFomhórach or Clochán an Aifir, The Giant's Causeway is an area of 40,000 basalt columns, formed into a regular interlocking pattern by an ancient volcanic lava flow.

About Glasgow Cathedral

Glasgow Cathedral is the oldest building in Glasgow and the oldest cathedral on the Scottish mainland (Built in the 12th century). It is located where the patron saint of Glasgow, Saint Mungo, is thought to have built his church. Saint Mungo's tomb is found in the cathedral's lower crypt. Today the cathedral is publicly owned and is the responsibility of the Historic Environment Scotland Group.

About Glasgow City

With a population of 621,020, Glasgow is Scotland's most populous city (3rd in the UK). The people of Glasgow are known as "Glaswegians" or "Weegies" and are often noted by visitors as have a very distinct, sometimes hard to understand, way of speaking, known as the Glasgow patter. During the industrial revolution Glasgow became a centre of shipbuilding and marine engineering and saw its population and economy grow rapidly. Today Glasgow remains a commercial hub of the UK and a city that continues to attract a large number of tourists every year.

About Glenshane Country Farm, FireSide Lunch

Serving the very best of local and traditional Irish fare, an ideal retreat after your time out in the fields.

About Glenshane Country Farm, Sheepdogs at Work

Join in with guiding the flock, opening gates, and directing them into rustic wooden pens. Immerse yourself in the the mountain air, and touch the sheep's fleece — a texture reminiscent of candy floss.

Glenveagh Castle

About Glenveagh Castle

Located within Glenveagh National Park, Glenveagh Castle was built by Captain John George Adair between 1870 and 1873. Having made his fortune through land speculation in America, Adair return to Ireland and began large amounts of land in County Donegal. The castle was built in the Scottish Baronial style and is surrounded by a garden and commands stunning views of the nearby mountains, lakes, woodlands and valleys.

About The Guinness Storehouse

Guinness is more than just a brand, indeed, more than just a beer. And that's not just for the Irish, but for the many millions of Guinness-drinkers worldwide. The site of the brewery itself is massive, at a staggering 26 hectares, but it will be the old grain storehouse that you visit. Shaped like a giant pint of the black stuff, this most popular of Dublin attractions towers over the surrounding neighbourhoods, with the top-floor Gravity Bar offering a delightful panorama across the Dublin cityscape which can only be enhanced by a well-earned pint to cap-off your visit.

Highland Folk Museum

About Highland Folk Museum

About Highland Folk Museum is a museum and open-air attraction located in the Scottish Highlands. It is designed to showcase the domestic and working lives of the early highland people.

About Hillsborough Castle & Gardens

First built in the 18th century by the prominent Hill family, Hillsborough Castle is a Georgian country house located outside the town of Lisburn. It is the official residence of the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, as well as the location of numerous political meetings along Northern Ireland's journey to peace.

King John's Castle

About King John's Castle

Located alongside the River Shannon in County Limerick, on King's Island. Dating back to 922, to a time when Vikings were the inhabitants of the island (Thormodr Helgason, the Viking sea-king, built the first settlement here. The castle itself was built in 1200, under the instruction of King John of England.

About Loch Lomond

Loch Lomond, located in the southern part of Scotland, is a lake that forms a part of the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. The highlands area surrounding the lake is known for its red deer and oak woodlands.

About Loch Lomond Cruise

A cruise of Loch Lomond offers stunning views of the largest inland stretch of water in Britain. Visitors can relax and enjoy the serene surroundings as they sail along the tranquil waters, taking in the picturesque landscapes of mountains, islands, and forests.

About Moriarty's

Located close to the Killarney National Park, Moriarty's is an Authentic Irish Gift Store and Restaurant. Hand crafted Irish jewellery, Waterford Crystal and classic and modern tweed fashions and furnishings are all on offer at the gift store. The restaurant is an 85 seater offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Mount Congreve Gardens

About Mount Congreve Gardens

Mount Congreve Gardens. Located in Kilmeaden, County Waterford, Mount Congreve Gardens is an 18th century Georgian estate and mansion. It was designed by the same architect that created both of Waterford's cathedrals, John Roberts.

Mount Stewart House & Gardens

About Mount Stewart House & Gardens

Recently recognised as being one of the top 10 gardens in the world, Mount Stewart is a rich tapestry of planting plant life and stunning walking trails. The house dates back to the 19th century, and was the Irish seat of the Vane-Tempest-Stewart family.

Muckross House

About Muckross House

Located on the grounds of the expansive and idyllic Killarney National Park. Muckross House, and its 11,000-acre grounds, was donated to the Irish state in 1932.

Muckross House Traditional Farms

About Muckross House Traditional Farms

Located on the grounds of the picturesque Muckross House and its impeccable gardens. Take a step back in time and see the Irish farming lifestyle of the 1930s and '40s. A time when the horse was responsible for much of the labour and the weather was the be all and end all in terms of production.

About Stirling Castle

A symbol of Scotland's national pride and independence, Stirling Castle sits atop Castle Hill in the Southeast of the town of Stirling. The main structure of the castle was built during the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. There have been a total of eight sieges of Stirling Castle, most of them occurring during the Wars of Scottish Independence.  

About The Clydeside Distillery

The Clydeside Distillery is nestled in the vibrant core of Glasgow, the focal point of the Lowlands and a hub for the contemporary resurgence of whisky. Situated along the Clyde River, adjacent to its storied shipping docks, lie echoes of Glasgow's past and the building blocks of its future.

The Quiet Man Museum

About The Quiet Man Museum

The Quiet Man Museum. A reproduction of the quaint thatched cottage from the John Wayne starring, John Ford directed movie of the same name. all costumes, artefacts and furnishings have been recreated in precise detail, to reflect the setting of the 1952 classic. Located in the picturesque village of Cong, County Mayo.

About The Royal Yacht Britannia

During its 40 years of service, the Royal Yacht travelled a million miles on a thousand official visits and hosted spectacular state banquets and celebrations in addition to housing the Royal Family and its crew of 220 Royal Yachtsmen.

Titanic Belfast Exhibition

About Titanic Belfast Exhibition

An extensive multimedia tribute to the world's most famous ocean liner. The Titanic Experience is located at the top of the slipway from which the ship made its first and only descent into the Belfast Lough and the waters of the Irish Sea beyond. Opened in 2012 for the centenary of the ship's launch and tragic demise, the museum has rapidly become Ulster's most visited tourist destination, outstripping even The Giant's Causeway.

What is the Wild Atlantic Way?

The Wild Atlantic Way is a long-distance touring route , the first of its kind in Ireland. It runs the length of Ireland's western coast, facing the Atlantic Ocean, from County Donegal in the northwest to County Cork in the southwest. The initial aim of the Wild Atlantic Way was to give greater visibility to Ireland's west coast in overseas markets. The Wild Atlantic Way is 2,500 km (1,553 miles) long and passes through 3 provinces of Ireland (Ulster, Connacht and Munster). It has given a huge boost to the tourism industry of the region since its launch in February 2014.

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Europa Hotel

About Europa Hotel

Situated right across the road from the Grand opera House in Belfast City, the Europa Hotel is an historic hotel with modern facilities and old-world charm.

About Gresham Riu Plaza Hotel

Located in a grand Georgian building on Dublin City's main street; O'Connell Street. Gresham Riu Plaza Hotel is a luxury hotel in a dream location.

About Taylors Three Rock

A night of Irish "craic" is presented by the ideal combination of great traditional entertainers at the cabaret show. The performers' contagious energy flows from the stage in everything from well-known songs to foot-tapping dances, soulful ballads to upbeat music, and side-splitting humor from our resident comedian Noel V. Ginnity!

About voco Edinburgh - Haymarket

Key attractions close to voco Edinburgh - Haymarket, an IHG Hotel, include the EICC, National Museum of Scotland, and Royal Mile. The nearest airport, Edinburgh Airport, is located 8 km away from the property.

About voco Grand Central Glasgow

Champagne Central bar is the go-to spot for glitzy cocktails for both visitors and locals. It was named the Best Hotel Bar in Glasgow at the 2019 Best Bar None awards.

18-Day Iconic Britain & Ireland Tour

• 34 attractions
• Max. 26 ppl

Experience a once-in-a-lifetime 18-day adventure as you behold the most famous and captivating attractions that Ireland, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and England have to offer.

• Free time in London
• Shakespeare's Birthplace
• Manchester River Cruise
• Tour of York City
• York Minster
• Jedburgh Abbey
• Tour of Edinburgh City
• Holyrood Palace
• Tour of Glasgow City
• Tour of Belfast City
• Kylemore Abbey
• Cliffs of Moher
• Ring Of Kerry
• Blarney Castle
• Irish Emigration Museum
• Christ Church Cathedral
• Departure flight home

10-Day Iconic Britain Tour

• 14 attractions

Embark on a unique and unforgettable 10-day journey as you explore the most renowned and captivating attractions that England and Scotland have to offer.

• Roman Baths
• Broadway to Cheltenham Railway
• Afternoon Tea at Broadway Hotel
• Chatsworth House

14-Day Iconic Ireland & Scotland Tour

• 25 attractions

Discover the best of Ireland and Scotland with this unforgettable 14-day tour. Compare the cultures of these historic Gaelic nations during a magical fortnight.

• Arrival at Edinburgh Airport
• St. Andrews Golf Club
• Kingsbarns Distillery Tour
• Loch Ness cruise
• Belleek Pottery
• Sheepdog Demo
• Blind Piper Pub
• Rock of Cashel

14-Day Iconic Scenes of Ireland

Discover the Island of Ireland, North and South with this unforgettable 14-day tour. Spend 4 days in Ulster, and 10 more in Eire.

• Trim Castle
• Belfast Murals
• Bushmills Distillery
• Derry City Walls
• Lough Erne Cruise
• Devenish Island
• Jameson Distillery Midleton

• 22 attractions

Experience all that is Ireland in this 10-day adventure. Ireland's best-loved attractions and its best-kept secrets, including the Wild Atlantic Way.

• Dublin Airport
• Clonmacnoise
• Free time in Galway City
• Killary Fjord
• Free time in Cork City
• Charles Fort
• Irish National Stud
• Traditional Farm Lunch

8-Day Iconic Scenes of Ireland

• 17 attractions

Take in the essence of captivating Ireland as you embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure, immersing yourself in the Emerald Isle's beauty and charm.

• Mikey Ryan's Bar
• Killarney National Park
• Hazel Mountain Chocolate Factory
• Galway City
• Free time in Dublin City
• St Patrick's Cathedral

• 11 attractions

Experience the true essence of Ireland in under a week. Ireland's unmissable destinations and the Wild Atlantic Way in one unforgettable tour.

• Glendalough Monastic Site
• Ring of Kerry

• Clonmacnoise Monastic Site
• Adare Village
• Cork City Gaol
• Midleton Distillery Experience
• Kilkenny Castle

Ancient Ireland Tour

• 19 attractions

An exclusive tour capped at max. 8 guests, travelling through the idyllic scenes of The Wild Atlantic Way. Including an overnight stay in an Irish castle.

• Dublin Airport arrival
• Waterford Crystal

Ancient Ireland & Scotland Tour

• 24 attractions

Embark on a unique and intimate journey through the Celtic heartlands of Ireland and Scotland on this exclusive tour designed for a maximum of 8 guests.

• Arrival in Edinburgh Airport
• Edinburgh City tour
• Dalwhinnie Distillery
• Eilean Donan Castle
• Isle of Skye
• Glasgow City tour
• Belfast City tour
• Derry City tour
• Dublin City tour

Deluxe Castle Tour

Live like royalty for 10 days across Ireland, staying in real Irish castles and country manors. Enjoy the finest all-inclusive tour Ireland has to offer.

• Lough Eske Castle
• Derry City Tour
• Free time in Derry City

Historic Irish Castle Tour

• 15 attractions

A truly unique tour of Ireland. Visit the must-see attractions whilst discovering unique experiences beyond the tourist trail. All woven together by Ireland's historic castles.

• Pearse Lyons Distillery
• Traditional Music Night

Discover Northern Ireland Tour

• 8 attractions

Northern Ireland's natural beauty awaits on this six-day fully-inclusive tour of Ulster. Picturesque towns, untamed coastlines and friendly locals await.

• Derry City walking tour
• Ulster American Folk Park

9-Day Highlights of Ireland & Scotland Tour

• Cruise Loch Lomond
• Clydeside Distillery Tour
• Ferry to Belfast
• Giants Causeway
• Hillsborough Castle
• Farewell dinner and show

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• 2024 In the Heart of Scotland and Ireland

The best of both destinations with this fantastic combination tour In the Heart of Scotland and Ireland! Explore breathtaking landscapes and quaint villages on your misty isle journey in Scotland, with an authentic Bed and Breakfast stay on Skye! Two nights at a hotel in Edinburgh brings you the best of Scotland. Then hop over to Ireland and enjoy a night in the capital city before finishing in Ireland with a wonderful itinerary where you will discover Galway, the Cliffs of Moher, Killarney, and Dingle Peninsula and spend your last two nights at Fitzpatrick's Castle Hotel!

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Tour Highlights

• Fourteen (14) Meals with eleven (11) breakfast and three (3) dinners.
• Top sights with visits to Edinburgh, Isle of Skye, Galway, Cliffs of Moher, Killarney, Dingle Peninsula, and Dublin.
• Enjoy a two (2) night castle stay in Ireland and an authentic B&B in Skye.

Heart of Scotland and Ireland Tour Includes

• In Scotland, transportation by top-of-the-range 16-seat Mercedes mini coach.
• Two nights (day 01 and day 04) pre-booked in Edinburgh. (Based on Motel One Edinburgh or similar, based on availability and subject to change. Other hotels may incur supplements).
• Two (2) nights accommodations in a traditional Bed and Breakfast on Isle of Skye.
• Breakfast daily, except on day of arrival (note, breakfast at your BB on Skye may be continental).
• Services of professional driver/guide.
• Touring per your itinerary.
• In Scotland, excludes lunches, dinners and visitor attractions.
• In Ireland, excellent hotels - seven (7) nights of top hotels, including one (1) night in Dublin city center, two (2) nights in a deluxe castle.
• Three (3) Dinners.
• Arrival transfer in Dublin.
• Full sightseeing by deluxe touring motor coach.
• Professional Irish driver/guide to escort you throughout.
• Scenic drive of the Dingle Peninsula.
• See the magnificent Cliffs of Moher.
• Visit to the Guinness Storehouse, EPIC Museum, Cliffs of Moher, and Celtic Crystal.
• Porterage of one (1) suitcase per person.
• Tips and taxes in Ireland. Gratuities to the driver/guide not included.
• Celtic Tours flight bag and portfolio of travel documents.

Additional Notes

Day 1, Tuesday | Edinburgh

Arrive in Edinburgh and transfer (included) to your pre-booked accommodations (note: check-in time is generally from 2 pm). Spend your day independently exploring Edinburgh on your own. Overnight in Edinburgh.

Day 2, Wednesday | Isle of Skye

Departure point at Edinburgh Bus Station Pick Up, Gate J and Gate K, inside Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ. Guests are requested to check in at least 15 minutes before departure. Depart Edinburgh at 8:30 am.

You depart Edinburgh and travel west. This part of your journey is a history lover’s dream. You pass Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument, and Doune Castle, before stopping in Callander for refreshments.

Next, we venture north through the splendid scenery surrounding Loch Lubnaig and up to the wild desolation of Rannoch Moor.

You continue through the spectacular mountain pass of Glencoe, scene of the great massacre of the Clan MacDonald in 1692. And after lunch, we pass Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis, and head into the Great Glen. Traveling west, you head past the Five Sisters of Kintail.

You then stop at the famous Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland’s most photographed castles. Crossing over the bridge to Skye, you follow the dramatic coastline, toward the island’s capital, Portree. And after all this breathtaking beauty, you’re dropped off at your accommodation in the early evening with enough time to go out and explore the town. (B)

Day 3, Thursday | A flexible day on Skye!

Today is a flexible day on Skye; and your driver-guide ensures you take a unique route that suits the weather, the local events, and your group's interests.

You can travel north to the Trotternish Ridge and beyond. Here you find geological wonders like Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock, and the stunning mountain pass of the Quiraing. Or your guide may take you back in time and teach you about the legends and clan culture surrounding the 13th-century home of the Clan MacLeod, Dunvegan Castle.

You return to Portree in the evening. (B)

Day 4, Friday | End in Edinburgh

You travel south through the Cuillin Hills and back over to the mainland for stunning views over Loch Duich and the Five Sisters of Kintail.

You visit Loch Ness for lunch and the chance to spot "Nessie"!** Heading south through the Grampian mountains along Loch Laggan, famous now as "Monarch of the Glen Country" before passing Dalwhinnie and onwards past Blair Castle.

We stop for refreshments in one of the Perthshire villages before heading past Perth, over the Firth of Forth, and back to Edinburgh.

Arriving at approximately 7:00 pm in Edinburgh, where you will make your own way back to your pre-booked hotel. (B) **The optional Loch Ness boat cruise is weather dependent and may be canceled without notice.  

Day 5, Saturday | Edinburgh - Dublin

After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to the Airport for your flight from Edinburgh to Dublin ( the flight not included in the package price and needs to be booked independently ). Arrive in Dublin, where a private transfer will be waiting to take you to your pre-booked hotel. Today is a free day to enjoy the capital of Ireland, which offers vast history, excellent cuisine, and good craic. Overnight in Dublin. (B)

Day 6, Sunday | Dublin - Galway

After breakfast, make your way independently  to Dublin Airport (at the time designated with your documents). Here you will meet your driver/guide and the your fellow tour participants that will enjoy the next 6-nights in Ireland with you. In the afternoon, we enjoy a local panoramic sightseeing tour of Galway City. Dinner and overnight in Galway. (B,D)

Day 7, Monday | Galway- Connemara - Galway

Today we enjoy a scenic tour of Connemara. Travel along Galway Bay to Maam Cross and Clifden. Continue on via Kylemore Abbey and stop briefly for a photo opportunity. We continue via scenic countryside; keep an eye out for sheep en route to Moycullen. We stop to visit the Celtic Crystal Factory. Return to Galway. Our evening is free to enjoy Galway, with dinner on your own. Overnight in Galway. (B)

Day 8, Tuesday | Galway - Cliffs of Moher - Killarney

Morning departure from Galway. We make our way to the awe-inspiring and majestic Cliffs of Moher, which rise 700 feet above the Atlantic Ocean. A spectacular day with great sea and cliff views, before making our way to Killarney for dinner and overnight. (B,D)

Day 9, Wednesday | Killarney - Dingle Peninsula

A delightful day takes us along the Kerry coast to the Dingle Peninsula, which offers magnificent coastal scenery. Beyond Slea Head, we see the Blasket Islands, the last outpost of Europe. A full-day tour returning to Killarney, where you enjoy dinner on your own this evening. Overnight in Killarney. (B)

Day 10, Thursday | Killarney - Cashel - Dublin

Leaving Killarney, we travel over the mountains to Blarney, where we pause for a visit to Blarney Woollen Mills. Here you have time to enjoy an optional visit to Blarney Castle and perhaps kiss the famed Blarney Stone. Leaving Blarney, we travel via Tipperary and Cashel, where we pause for a photo-op at the historic Rock of Cashel. Arrive in Dublin, where the evening is free to dine on your own tonight. Overnight at our castle hotel tonight in Killiney, Co. Dublin. (B)

Our castle hotel is situated at the brow of Killiney Hill, in the prestigious south Dublin suburb of Killiney and overlooking Dublin Bay.

Day 11, Friday | Dublin

Coming into the capital city this morning for sightseeing. We visit the Guinness Storehouse, enjoying panoramic views of the city from the Gravity Bar, followed by the EPIC Museum. Some free time then to enjoy the capital city independently. Dublin has plenty of shops, cafes, museums, and more for you to enjoy. This evening, we enjoy a farewell dinner at our castle hotel in Killiney, Co. Dublin. (B,D)

Day 12, Saturday | Dublin - U.S.

Early morning transfer to Dublin Airport for your return flight home. Flights to the U.S. arrive home the same day. (B)

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The Address Connolly

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The Address At Connolly Station is a Luxury 4 Star Deluxe Dublin City Centre Hotel offering great value for money as well as a tradition for friendly personal service in an Ideal City Centre Location. [ more ]

The Imperial Hotel

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Located in the heart of Galway City and the closest Hotel to Galway University NUIG, the Imperial Hotel Galway City has an impressive location. [ more ]

Killarney Towers Hotel

Killarney, Co. Kerry -

Enjoying a dominant position on Killarney’s College Street, the Killarney Towers Hotel offers guests all the luxury... [ more ]

Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel

Killiney, Co. Dublin -

Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel Dublin is the epitome of the elegance and charm of the south Dublin coast. The only Irish castle hotel located in the fashionable suburbs of Killiney, Dun Laoghaire and Dalkey, overlooking Dublin Bay. [ more ]

Pre and post nights booked at a mid-level hotel [ more ]

Accommodations booked by Rabbies UK

Edinburgh -

Depending on package booked, accommodations can be BB/Guesthomes, 3* Hotels/Inns (and some packages may include 4* Hotels) [ more ]

Your tour land price is per person based on two (2) people sharing a twin or double room. When a single room is booked, a single supplement will apply. 

This tour does not include:

• Items not noted on the itinerary
• Tips to driver/guide

Airfare can be booked 10-months prior to departure. Airfare is instant purchase and non-refundable (different terms may apply for group air). You can book air during the booking process. Please note, airfare should not be ticketed until the tour date selected has been Guaranteed to operate. Celtic Tours is not responsible for airfare ticketed on a tour that is not guaranteed. Please book flights that will work with the arrival departure (arriving no later than 9:00am). Flight coming in after will have to make their own way to Galway at their own expense.  The flight from Edinburgh to Dublin is not included in the package price and must be booked in addition to this package.

Departures & Transfers

The departure date is the date the tour starts in Scotland. One would depart from the US one day prior to the date noted to allow for overnight flights. 

A transfer is available on arrival. On arrival in Ireland, a private transfer will take you to and from your hotel. On Sunday, you will meet the group at the airport in Dublin (independently). 

The tour ends at Dublin Airport at 7:00 am for all passengers.

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Whether you’re looking for a spooky tour of some haunted castles in Ireland, want to take a closer look at artefacts and furniture, or are on the hunt for a historical experience, one of these 9 top Irish castles should definitely be on your vacation itinerary. Here are the 9 best castles to visit in Ireland. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]

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King John’s Castle

At the heart of Limerick City lies King John’s Castle. The monument was built around the 1200s by its namesake, and is currently one of the most painstakingly preserved Anglo-Norman castles in Europe. The castle has been the site of Viking settlements and bloody battles alike; it was an especially important part of the 1642 Siege of Limerick.

Today the stronghold is home to a visitor’s centre, a charming café and many interactive exhibits. The castle overlooks the stunning River Shannon – if you visit, be sure to enjoy a coffee whilst taking in the view.

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Trim Castle

Based in Trim, Co. Meath, Trim Castle is the largest remaining Anglo-Norman construction in Ireland. It took thirty years to construct and was built in the 12th century. The stronghold was the headquarters of the Lordship of Meath for years. It is also famed for its use as a backdrop in the film Braveheart. Trim is considered to be the oldest castle in Ireland.

Today, the castle has an excellent tour, detailing its bloody history expertly. The castle is open to the public during the period between Easter Saturday and Halloween, and guided Trim castle tours are available from Monday to Friday.

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Donegal Castle

Dominating the centre of Donegal town, Donegal Castle is rumoured to have been a Viking stronghold in the 12th century. The part of the castle that stands today was built in 1474, with walls and other extensions being added on over the centuries.

Today Donegal Castle has been restored wonderfully and is available to tour. As you explore the castle, its history is explained through a series of informative panels. It is home to unique and interesting events all year round, including Gaelic evenings.

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Bunratty Castle

This castle resides in Bunratty Co. Clare, and has been named an official National Monument of Ireland. The fortress has a bloodied past and was the battleground for The Bruce Wars. It has been demolished and re-erected four times total, with the current version dating back to 1425.

The castle is the most complete example of medieval architecture in the country and is home to The Bunratty Collection, a vast selection of important artefacts. The surrounding grounds are also home to the charming Bunratty Folk Park, a recreation of 19th-century Irish life.

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Kilkenny Castle

Named for the county in which it resides, Kilkenny Castle dates back as far as 1172 when it was a wooden stronghold built by Strongbow. The castle has a rich history spanning centuries and was the backdrop for the Norman occupation of Ireland as well as the Civil War.

In modern day, the castle is home to stunning art collections and important pieces of history. The castle and surrounding grounds are available to visit, and the gardens are home to exhibitions and a playground for children. It is one of the most culturally immersive castle tours in Ireland .

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Birr Castle

Birr Castle is situated in Co. Offaly, in the center of the country and is definitely one of the must-see castles in Ireland. The castle has been in existence since the 12th century and was a lively hub of astronomical pursuits for many decades. The largest telescope in the world (at the time) was constructed here in the 1600s, and could see further into space than any other instrument.

Today, Birr is home to many fun and interesting sights, making it one of the best Irish castle tours. They have a Science Centre as well as some beautiful gardens to explore – Birr is home to the World’s Tallest Hedges, which are over 300 years old!

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[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] Blarney Castle is without a doubt the most famous entry on our list of the best castles of Ireland . Dating back to the 11th century, it’s one of the oldest structures in the country and is situated in Cork.

The stronghold is best-known for its mythical Blarney Stone, a slab of rock believed to give the Gift of The Gab to anyone who plants a kiss on it. The castle itself has lots of other intriguing features – it isn’t the most famous castle in Ireland for no reason!

Take a tour of the insides before exploring the vast, sprawling grounds. The castle gardens are home to the Witches’ Kitchen, some wish-granting waterfalls as well as a cornucopia of native flora and fauna.

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Dublin Castle

Dublin castle, situated off Dame Street in Dublin City, was a major stronghold and the epicentre of the city for decades. The castle began construction in the 1200s and has a bloody but brilliant history. It’s most infamous for being the British seat of Administration before Ireland gained its independence in 1921.

Today, the castle houses two museums devoted to telling the story of Irish history. The halls are full of sumptuous art, architecture and artefacts that help illustrate the Ireland of old. Specialized tours of the castle are available and there’s no shortage of things to see and do.

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Best of Ireland and Scotland | 15 Days Escorted

Travel to see the very Best of Ireland and Scotland, from delicate Waterford Crystal to the golfing greats of St. Andrews. Kiss the Blarney Stone and you’ll be sharing tales from Giant’s Causeway, the Ring of Kerry and the Scottish Highlands for years to come.

• Explore Dublin, Londonderry, Belfast and Edinburgh with a Local Specialist
• Discover Waterford, Adare, Galway and Glasgow
• Visit the Irish National Stud in Kildare, the Waterford Crystal Showroom, Blarney Castle, Giant’s Causeway, Titanic Experience in Belfast, a whisky distillery, Pitlochry and Edinburgh Castle
• View Eilean Donan Castle, the battlefield of Culloden and the 18th green at St. Andrews
• See St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin, Galway Cathedral and Loch Lomond
• Scenic Drive of the Ring of Kerry
• Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates

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Whats included.

• An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
• Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
• Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• Ferry from Northern Ireland to Scotland
• Optional Experiences and free time

Day 1 | Welcome to Dublin

Explore the Celtic heritage and hospitality of Ireland and Scotland on this grand adventure through beautiful landscapes and enchanting cities. Our first day sees us delve into the whimsy of the Irish capital, before joining our fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception.

Day 2 | Discover Diverse Dublin

Drive through the streets of Dublin, joining your Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour past the stately Georgian Squares and St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the tallest church in Ireland. Enjoy a leisurely day exploring the city. Stop for a pint of ‘the Black Stuff’ in Temple Bar, admire the colourful performers on Grafton Street or consider joining an Optional Experience this evening to tap your feet to the lively sounds of Irish music at an Irish cabaret.

Day 3 | Journey to Waterford

Dive Into Culture and gain insights into Ireland’s strong tradition of breeding world-class thoroughbreds at the Irish National Stud in Kildare. Enjoy a guided walk admiring the powerful steeds that have made racing history and stroll around the tranquil Japanese gardens. We travel to the House of Waterford Crystal this afternoon and Dive Into Culture yet again to witness this delicate craft, watching talented master craftsmen at work in their workshop.

Day 4 | Onwards to Blarney and Killarney

Travel to Cork and bend over backwards to kiss the Blarney Stone and acquire the ‘gift of the gab’ before crossing the Kerry Mountains to County Kerry. We journey to 1930s Ireland this evening for an unforgettable experience, visiting the working farms of Muckross, where we’ll learn about traditional farming and meet the families who ply the land. Your visit will help to preserve the heritage of rural Ireland and you’ll Connect With Locals, savouring delicious local flavours during your Be My Guest visit to the Quilles Farmhouse against the scenic backdrop of the lakes of Killarney.

Day 5 | A Day on the Ring of Kerry

The astounding beauty of Iveragh Peninsula accompanies us on this soul-stirring coastal journey around the Ring of Kerry – a dramatic landscape of mountains, loughs and lakes which have inspired writers and poets for centuries. See Daniel O’Connell’s Cahirciveen, the fishing village of Waterville, the Black Valley and Moll’s Gap with the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks peaks in the distance.

Day 6 | Continue to Galway and Ballina

Drive to Adare, one of Ireland’s prettiest villages, known for its thatched cottages. The imposing stone cathedral, built on the site of an old prison and Eyre Square on our next stop in Galway, where we’ll enjoy some free time to explore the city before continuing our journey northward. This evening we dine in our hotel.

Day 7 | Off to Donegal and on to Londonderry

Head north to Donegal with its ‘Diamond’ centre before joining a Local Specialist in Londonderry to stroll along its 17th-century walls. See the ‘Troubles’ neighbourhood of Bogside, with its murals depicting the battles of that time.

Day 8 | Admire the Giant’s Causeway and on to Belfast

Tread in the footsteps of Finn McCool and along the other-worldly Giant’s Causeway ‘steps’ that descend into the sea during your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Your visit will help to conserve this iconic landmark. We arrive in Belfast later and visit the Titanic Belfast Experience where we’ll Dive Into Culture and gain insights into the tragic story of the famous ship that met its end in the Atlantic. The rest of the evening is yours to enjoy the vibrant nightlife of the capital of Northern Ireland.

Day 9 | Cross the Irish Sea to Glasgow

Join your Local Specialist in Belfast this morning for an included city tour which will take you to Queen’s University and the Baroque Revival-style City Hall. We board our ferry in Belfast and cross to Cairnryan in Scotland, driving through the Ayrshire countryside bound for Glasgow, our home for the next two nights.

Day 10 | Discover Glasgow’s Rich Legacy

Delve into Scotland’s intriguing cultural capital and stroll through the town to admire views of George Square and the River Clyde, once the heart of Scotland’s shipbuilding industry. We head to whisky country next, visiting a whisky distillery where we’ll Dive Into Culture and learn how to make Scotland’s favourite honey-coloured drink with a chance to sample a wee dram. We return to Glasgow for some free time to explore the city.

Day 11 | Continue Over the Sea to Skye

Journey along the famous bonnie banks of Loch Lomond to the tragic site of the 1692 massacre of the MacDonalds at the ‘Glen of Weeping’. Continue to Fort William at the foot of Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis. Then, cross to the Isle of Skye, where we’ll spend this evening dining in our hotel.

Day 12 | Venture to Loch Ness and Culloden in the Scottish Highlands

We leave the rugged beauty of Skye behind and venture to the site where three lochs meet. View Eilean Donan Castle before travelling along the banks of Loch Ness in search of the elusive monster that bears its name. The bloody battlefield of Culloden is our next stop, where we spend a poignant moment reflecting on the many men who lost their lives in the brief but brutal battle between the Redcoats and Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Jacobites. This evening we spend the evening dining at our hotel in the Scottish Highlands.

Day 13 | Journey to Enchanting Edinburgh

Traversing the dramatic landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, we pass Pitlochry before arriving in St. Andrews to see its famous golf course on which golfing greats have clamoured to play for centuries. We cross the scenic Firth of Forth to enchanting Edinburgh, our home for the next two nights. Tickets to see the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates.

Day 14 | Uncover Edinburgh’s Treasures

Join your Local Specialist for a guided sightseeing tour which includes a visit to Edinburgh Castle, surveying the city from imposing Castle Rock. See the Royal Mile, the elegant Palace of Holyrood in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat, and the new Scottish Parliament building. As our memorable holiday comes to an end, we join our Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner to reminisce over shared experiences.

Day 15 | Farewell Edinburgh

For now it’s time to say a fond farewell to Scotland and our newfound friends, at the end of an unforgettable Celtic sojourn. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.

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Welcome to our enchanting 10-day Best of Ireland and Scotland driver-guided tour, where the magical landscapes, rich history, and warm hospitality of these two captivating countries await your discovery.

From the vibrant streets of Dublin and the rugged beauty of the Cliffs of Moher to the mystical Isle of Skye and the bustling city of Edinburgh, this immersive tour invites you to experience the best that these Celtic nations have to offer. As you explore, you’ll be accompanied by a knowledgeable driver-guide, who will share captivating stories, local expertise, and fascinating insights into the cultures, traditions, and histories that shape the unique character of these lands.

10 Day Ireland & Scotland Tour Highlights

Throughout the tour, you’ll be accompanied by a knowledgeable driver-guide, who will provide fascinating insights, stories, and local expertise that will deepen your appreciation for the rich heritage of these beautiful lands.

Along the way, you’ll also have the chance to indulge in delectable local cuisine, experience warm hospitality, and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime.

• Best of Dublin - Ireland's Bustling Capital
• Galway & The Majestic Cliffs of Moher

Bru na Boinne Heritage Site

• Loch Lomond & Glencoe Mountain Range
• Isle of Skye & Inverness
• Edinburgh - The Royal Capital of Scotland

Day 1: Arrival in Dublin - Exploring the Capital

Your Irish adventure begins upon arrival at Dublin Airport, where your experienced driver-guide will warmly greet you.

They will accompany you as you check in to your carefully selected Dublin hotel, ensuring a smooth start to your journey. Once settled, you’ll have some time to freshen up and relax before diving into the city’s rich history and lively atmosphere.

Exploring Trinity College

In the afternoon, your driver-guide will escort you to the prestigious Trinity College, the oldest university in Ireland, founded in 1592.

Here, you’ll marvel at the stunning architecture and visit the famous library, home to the iconic Book of Kells, an illuminated manuscript dating back to the 9th century. This treasured artifact is one of Ireland’s most significant cultural highlights, offering a glimpse into the nation’s rich heritage.

Strolling St. Stephen's Green

After exploring Trinity College, take a leisurely stroll to nearby St. Stephen’s Green, a beautifully landscaped park in the heart of the city. This tranquil oasis provides a perfect opportunity to unwind amidst its lush greenery, picturesque ponds, and historic statues.

As you meander through the park, your driver-guide will share fascinating stories of Dublin’s past, adding depth to your experience.

As evening falls, it’s time to immerse yourself in the lively Irish pub scene. Your driver-guide will recommend a local pub renowned for its traditional Irish music and authentic atmosphere. Here, you’ll savor a delicious dinner featuring classic Irish dishes, accompanied by the melodic tunes of talented musicians.

It’s the perfect way to conclude your first day in Ireland, soaking up the warmth and friendliness that characterizes this charming nation.

Day 2: Dublin to Galway - Historical Sights and Charming Villages

Leave Dublin behind and journey westward to Galway, a vibrant city with a rich history and thriving cultural scene.

As you traverse the picturesque countryside, your driver-guide will share captivating stories of the land and its people, enriching your experience along the way.

Rock of Cashel in Tipperary

Your first stop en route to Galway is the majestic Rock of Cashel, an iconic limestone outcrop that towers over the Tipperary countryside. Steeped in history, this ancient fortress was once the seat of the Kings of Munster. You’ll have the opportunity to explore the stunning medieval buildings, including the Romanesque Cormac’s Chapel and the impressive Gothic cathedral. The breathtaking views from atop the Rock will leave you awestruck as you take in the surrounding landscape.

Kilmacduagh Monastery

Continuing your journey, you’ll visit the tranquil Kilmacduagh Monastery, an early Christian site founded in the 7th century.

Along with your guide, discover the unique round tower, which leans slightly to one side, and the peaceful ruins of several churches and chapels. This sacred site offers a fascinating glimpse into Ireland’s monastic past.

Evening in Galway

Upon arrival in Galway, your driver-guide will help you check in to your Galway hotel before guiding you to the city’s lively Latin Quarter. This vibrant neighborhood is teeming with colorful shops, lively street performers, and traditional Irish pubs. Take some time to explore the area, soaking in the energetic atmosphere and friendly hospitality.

As evening approaches, treat yourself to a sumptuous meal at a renowned Galway restaurant specializing in local seafood. Savor the fresh flavors of the Atlantic, expertly prepared by skilled chefs, as you reflect on your memorable day exploring the Irish countryside and its historic treasures.

Day 3: Day Trip to the Cliffs of Moher and Burren National Park

Embark on a day trip to two of Ireland’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders: the Cliffs of Moher and Burren National Park.

Your driver-guide will navigate the Wild Atlantic Way winding roads, allowing you to sit back and admire the stunning coastal scenery as you head towards the magnificent Cliffs of Moher.

Upon arrival at the Cliffs of Moher, you’ll be captivated by the sheer scale and beauty of these towering sea cliffs that stretch for over 8 miles along the Atlantic coast. The dramatic views of the ocean crashing against the cliffs, combined with the diverse birdlife that calls this area home, create an unforgettable experience.

In the afternoon, you’ll journey to the nearby Burren National Park, a remarkable limestone landscape characterized by its distinctive karst formations, rare flora, and archaeological treasures. As you explore the park, your driver-guide will point out the unique plants that thrive in this seemingly inhospitable environment and the ancient megalithic tombs and Celtic crosses that dot the landscape.

After a day filled with breathtaking sights and fascinating discoveries, you’ll return to Galway in the evening.

Day 4: Connemara Region - Rugged Beauty and Irish Culture

Today you can delve into the beautiful Connemara region, renowned for its rugged beauty, vibrant culture, and unspoiled landscapes.

Your driver-guide will lead you on a journey through Connemara National Park, where you’ll encounter dramatic mountains, expansive boglands, and pristine lakes.

Your first stop within the park is the magnificent Kylemore Abbey, a stunning neo-Gothic castle nestled at the base of the majestic Twelve Bens mountain range.

As you tour the abbey and its beautifully maintained Victorian walled garden, you’ll learn about the fascinating history of this iconic landmark, from its beginnings as a private residence to its current role as a Benedictine monastery.

Afterward, your driver-guide will take you on a scenic drive through the Twelve Bens, a series of striking mountain peaks that dominate the landscape. The awe-inspiring beauty of these rugged mountains will provide a memorable backdrop for your journey through Connemara.

Irish Sheep Farm Experience

In the afternoon, you’ll have the opportunity to experience traditional Irish culture firsthand at a local sheep farm and weaving center.

Observe skilled sheepdogs expertly herd their flocks and learn about the centuries-old craft of hand-weaving, which remains an integral part of the region’s heritage. This immersive experience will provide a unique insight into the rich cultural traditions of rural Ireland.

As evening falls, return to Galway and indulge in a delicious dinner at a local restaurant, where you can savor regional specialties and perhaps catch a live performance of Irish music or dance.

Day 5: Galway to Belfast - Farewell to Ireland & Flight to Scotland

Bid farewell to the lively city of Galway and journey back to Dublin to catch a flight to Scotland. If we have time left in Ireland before your flight, we can visit a couple of wonderful sights on the route to the Irish capital.

Your first stop en route to Belfast is the awe-inspiring Bru na Boinne, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back over 5,000 years.

This prehistoric complex of Neolithic monuments includes the famous passage tombs of Newgrange, Knowth, and Dowth. As you explore these ancient wonders, your driver-guide will illuminate the remarkable history, archaeology, and mythology associated with these sacred sites.

Flight to Scotland

As you leave Ireland behind, you’ll have the opportunity to reflect on the incredible experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and warm hospitality that characterized your journey through this enchanting country.

Your Scottish driver-guide will be waiting for you off your flight in Scotland’s cultural centre: Glasgow.

Day 6: Glasgow to Loch Lomond & Glencoe - Scenic Beauty & Highland Majesty

Your unforgettable Scottish journey begins as you head north toward the serene beauty of Loch Lomond. As you travel, your knowledgeable driver-guide will share fascinating stories and insights about Scotland’s rich history and culture, setting the stage for future adventures.

Boat Cruise on Loch Lomond

Upon arrival at Loch Lomond, you’ll embark on a scenic boat cruise across the largest freshwater lake in Britain.

As you glide along the tranquil waters, surrounded by the majestic mountains and lush forests of the Trossachs National Park, you’ll be captivated by the breathtaking beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

Glencoe Mountain Range

In the afternoon, your journey continues to the awe-inspiring Glencoe, a deep valley carved by ancient glaciers and flanked by towering mountains.

As you explore this dramatic landscape, your driver-guide will illuminate the area’s rich history, including the infamous 1692 Massacre of Glencoe. The powerful combination of natural beauty and poignant historical tales will leave an indelible impression on you.

Overnight in Fort William

As evening falls, you’ll arrive in the charming town of Fort William, situated at the foot of Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest peak.

After checking in to your hotel, take the opportunity to unwind and reflect on your day’s adventures over a traditional Scottish dinner. Sample local delicacies such as haggis, neeps, and tatties, and perhaps toast your first day in Scotland with a dram of fine whisky.

Day 7: Fort William to the Isle of Skye - Breathtaking Landscapes & Rich Heritage

The seventh day of our itinerary sees you journey towards the mystical Isle of Skye, known for its breathtaking landscapes and rich heritage.

Eilean Donan Castle

En route to the Isle of Skye, you’ll stop to visit the iconic Eilean Donan Castle, perched on a small island where three sea lochs meet.

This 13th-century fortress is one of Scotland’s most recognizable landmarks, and its majestic setting provides the perfect backdrop for photographs. Your driver-guide will lead you on a tour of the castle, revealing its fascinating history and the strategic importance of its location.

Old Man of Storr

Upon arrival at the Isle of Skye, you’ll spend the afternoon exploring the island’s natural wonders.

Marvel at the striking rock formation of the Old Man of Storr, an imposing pinnacle that rises dramatically from the landscape.

Your driver-guide will also take you to Kilt Rock, a magnificent sea cliff with vertical basalt columns resembling a pleated kilt. The breathtaking views and otherworldly beauty of these sites are sure to leave you in awe.

After settling into your accommodation, venture out to a nearby restaurant renowned for its delicious local seafood. Savor the fresh flavors of the island’s catch, such as succulent langoustines, Atlantic salmon, or hand-dived scallops.

Day 8: Isle of Skye to Inverness - The Mysteries of Loch Ness & Highland Capital

Welcome to Inverness, the capital of the Highlands! As you travel, your driver-guide will regale you with more captivating stories and insights into the region’s rich history and culture.

Your first stop en route to Inverness is the historic Urquhart Castle, perched on the banks of the famous Loch Ness. Explore the castle’s dramatic ruins, which bear witness to centuries of conflict and intrigue, and learn about its strategic importance in Scottish history from your knowledgeable driver-guide.

Loch Ness Cruise

Afterward, set off on a Loch Ness cruise, where you’ll have the chance to admire the spectacular scenery and perhaps even catch a glimpse of the legendary Loch Ness Monster, affectionately known as Nessie. The mysteries and beauty of this iconic loch will leave a lasting impression on you.

Arriving in Inverness in the afternoon, take some time to explore the city’s historical sites and vibrant culture. Visit Inverness Castle, stroll along the picturesque River Ness, or explore the city’s lively arts scene and charming shops.

As evening falls, check in to your carefully selected Inverness hotel and immerse yourself in the local entertainment. Perhaps attend a traditional Scottish ceilidh, where you can enjoy live music and dancing, or simply relax at a cozy pub and savor a hearty meal while listening to local musicians.

Day 9: Inverness to Pitlochry - Whisky Distillery & Enchanting Scenery

As you travel through the picturesque Highlands towards Pitlochry, your driver-guide will continue to share fascinating stories and insights about the region’s history and culture.

Whisky Distillery Tour

Your first stop en route to Pitlochry is a renowned whisky distillery, where you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the centuries-old art of whisky making.

Enjoy a guided tour of the distillery, where you’ll discover the intricate process of transforming barley, water, and yeast into the distinctive flavors of Scotland’s national drink. After the tour, savor a taste of the “water of life” during a whisky-tasting session.

Cairngorms National Park

Continuing your journey, you’ll venture through the breathtaking Cairngorms National Park, home to five of the UK’s six highest peaks.

The park’s vast moorlands, ancient forests, and glistening lochs provide a spectacular backdrop for your journey through the heart of the Scottish Highlands.

Upon arrival in Pitlochry, spend the afternoon exploring the town’s picturesque surroundings, including the tranquil River Tummel, the charming Victorian architecture, and the enchanting woodlands of the nearby Hermitage.

Day 10: Pitlochry to Edinburgh - Stirling Castle & Farewell to Scotland

On the final day of your memorable Scottish adventure, you’ll bid farewell to the charming town of Pitlochry and journey south toward the bustling city of Edinburgh.

Stirling Castle

En route to Edinburgh, you’ll visit the iconic Stirling Castle, one of the country’s most significant historic sites. This impressive fortress, perched atop a volcanic crag, played a crucial role in Scotland’s Wars of Independence and was once home to Scottish kings and queens, including Mary, Queen of Scots.

As you tour the castle, your driver-guide will bring its storied past to life, immersing you in the rich tapestry of Scottish history.

Edinburgh City Tour

Upon arrival in Edinburgh, embark on a panoramic city tour showcasing the city’s vibrant culture and stunning architecture.

Discover the cobbled streets of the medieval Old Town, the elegant Georgian New Town, and the famous Royal Mile, which connects Edinburgh Castle with the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

As your 10-day Ireland and Scotland tour draws to a close, your driver-guide will transfer you to Edinburgh Airport, where you’ll bid farewell to your newfound friends and the enchanting landscapes of Scotland.

As you reflect on your unforgettable journey, the memories of the breathtaking scenery, the rich cultural heritage, and the warm hospitality of the Scottish people will remain with you, providing a wealth of stories to share with friends and family back home.

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Relax Like Royalty In One of These 10 Luxury Castles

H ave you ever wondered what it would be like to wander through the cobbled halls, winding staircases, and lush grounds of an authentic castle? Being able to step back in time and daydream about ruling the land from those very walls is a bucket list vacation for many people. 

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In this article, I’ll take you on a tour of ten of the most spectacular luxury castle hotels around the world. From a 19th-century neo-gothic castle in France with a Michelin star restaurant to an 11th-century castle with sweeping views of the German countryside — these castles are ideal for those seeking a noble retreat filled with history and new world amenities. 

Ashford Castle — Ireland

Located on the shores of the Lough Corrib for more than 800 years, the Ashford Castle was once the home to the Guinness family. Today, its 83 rooms and suites offer guests a 5-star luxurious experience. 

With more than 350 acres to explore, you can immerse yourself in this area just north of Galway. Start by exploring the ancient area on horseback, take a guided boat tour of the Lough Corrib, and finish your day with a spa treatment at The Spa at Ashford Castle, named the best hotel spa in Ireland for 2023 by the World Spa Awards.

Amenities : Spa treatments, movie theatre, nine-hole golf course, multiple bars and restaurants.

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Hôtel de la Cité — France

Located in the medieval city of Carcassonne, France, a stay at the Hôtel de la Cité allows guests to take in the neo-gothic castle and surround themselves with picturesque turrets. This 5-star hotel has 59 rooms and suites, each with a spacious balcony to enjoy the views of Carcassonne.

During your stay at the Hôtel de la Cité, make sure you experience the cuisine offered by chef Jérôme Ryon in the one Michelin-star Barbacane restaurant. After dinner, settle into the cozy library bar for a drink and listen to live piano music.

Amenities : Gourmet restaurant, pool, bar, spa

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Romantik Hotel at the Wartburg — Germany

Located at the edge of the Thuringia Forest, the Romantik Hotel at the Wartburg has been a UNESCO heritage site since 1999. Built around 1067 by Louis the Knight, the Romantik Hotel at the Wartburg is filled with history. In 1521, Martin Luther spent 11 weeks translating the Bible’s New Testament into German at the Wartburg Castle. 

During your stay in one of the hotel’s 37 rooms, enjoy a meal at Landgave’s Kitchen to enjoy the sprawling view of the Thuringia Forest from their massive terrace. The Wartburg Castle Museum also allows you to learn more about the castle’s fascinating history.

Amenities : Finnish sauna, restaurant, bar

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Parador de Oropesa — Spain

Located between the Sierra de Gredos and the Tajo River, you’ll find the Parador de Oropesa, a 14th-century Spanish castle saturated with history. The complex comprises the Old Castle, an Arab fortress dating back to the 12th or 13th century, and the New Castle, built in 1402 as the palace of the Álvarez de Toledo, counts of Oropesa.

Each of the castle’s 48 rooms and suites is eloquently designed with Spanish tile floors, canopy beds, and views that will make you want to stay forever.

Amenities : Outdoor pool, minibar, restaurant, Chromecast technology, air conditioning

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Kilkea Castle — Ireland

Located just 45 minutes outside Dublin, the Kilkea Castle is one of the oldest inhabited castles in Ireland and will help satisfy your childhood fairytale dream. This 186-acre property features an 18-hole golf course and wellness spa. Plus, at the end of the day, you can cheers a pint in their traditional Irish pub. 

Amenities : Restaurant, Irish pub, golf, wellness spa

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Burg Wernberg — Germany

Located in the Bavarian region of Germany, the five-star Hotel Burg Wernberg is in a 13th-century castle full of old-world charm. While you stroll through the halls, you can take in breathtaking views of the Bavarian countryside before settling into a meal from Two Michelin star chef Thomas Kellermann.

Amenities : Restaurant, Spa, Bar, bicycle rentals

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The Kentucky Castle — Kentucky

If you want to experience a castle retreat without leaving the United States, look no further than the Bluegrass state. Located just 20 minutes from Lexington, The Kentucky Castle features 18 luxurious rooms on the 100-acre property. Enjoy the large outdoor pool, numerous spa services, and even a morning of goat yoga. Plus, the castle’s restaurant is truly farm-to-table, using vegetables, fruits, and herbs from its garden.

Amenities : Restaurant, spa, farm tours

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Culzean Castle — Scotland

Dating back to the 1500s, the medieval Cluzean Castle is situated alongside the Firth of Clyde. The Eisenhower Hotel makes up the top floors and provides guests with amazing views across the sea to the Arran Mountains. The Cuzean Castle was the vacation home of Former United States president Dwight D. Eisenhower from 1945 until he died in 1969. 

During a stay at the Culzean Castle, you can explore the 600-acre grounds and enjoy activities like clay pigeon shooting, fishing, sailing, horseback riding, and golfing.

Amenities : Restaurant, lounge, WiFi

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Häringe Castle — Sweden

Located in Södermanland, the Häringe Castle is a quick 25-minute drive from Stockholm. It features a bowling alley and Sweden’s first Olympic-sized swimming pool. During your stay, you can join the castle’s chef for cooking lessons or take part in their castle murder package, a three-course dinner experience where you and other guests have the opportunity to solve a crime from within the castle walls.

Amenities : Pool, sauna, restaurant, bar/lounge

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Pousada Castelo Obidos — Portugal

Construction of the Pousada Castelo Obidos was started in 718 and was finished in the 1300s, more than 600 years later. Today, it’s part of the seven wonders of Portugal and one of the most well-preserved castles in the world. Each guestroom allows visitors to step back in time. With stone interior walls, you can imagine what it was like to live there hundreds of years ago.

Amenities : Restaurant, bar, WiFi, golf nearby

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11 Fantastically Fun Things to Do in Ireland

Updated August 5, 2020

You’ll find a lot of awesome stuff to do in Ireland—the country is packed with majestic history, vibrant culture, and natural beauty. But all that can make it hard to decide what to add to your itinerary. We asked some Irish locals—they helped us come up with this list of 11 fun things to do in Ireland!

#1: Go night kayaking on Lough Hyne

If you’re looking for a unique and fun thing to do in Ireland, try kayaking on Lough Hyne—at night! This saltwater lake in the west of County Cork is magical once the sun goes down and the stars come out. As you paddle out at dusk, the sky turns an inky black, and the sparkle of bioluminescence leaves a trail of glitter in its wake.

Pro tip: You’ll find tons of great things to do in Cork. It’s one of our favorite cities to visit in Ireland! Because the surrounding county contains many of Ireland’s best places to see, Cork is a perfect home base for excellent day trips.

#2: Watch Munster play a match at Thomond Park

King John's Castle saw its share of skirmishes, but Limerick's modern-day battles are fought just up the road at Ireland's most iconic rugby stadium—Thomond Park. Join the locals for one of the coolest things to do in Limerick and cheer on their favorite team, Munster. Munster is one of the best clubs in the world, and the fans are so enthusiastic you’ll feel like you’re at a rock concert.

#3: Attend a fun festival (or two) in Galway

Once summer hits Ireland, it seems like every weekend there is some sort of celebration going on—from monster music bashes to tiny village shindigs! One of the best things to do in Galway—the undisputed *king* of the festival season— is attend one of its awesome festivals. From the  Oyster and Seafood Festival to the theatrics and music of the annual Arts Festival to the world-famous Galway Film Fleadh , Galway is the place to be if you want to enjoy the biggest parties in Ireland. 

Pro tip: Looking to sample seafood as good as Galway’s? Indulge in oysters and fish and chips in Portrush or Portstewart. Eating seafood in these dynamic towns is one of the most enjoyable things to do in Northern Ireland.

#4: Jive to a live music session in Doolin

Doolin in County Clare is the place to enjoy traditional Irish music sessions. This makes visiting this village one of the most fun things to do in the west of Ireland. Head to any of the village pubs (we especially love  McGann’s Pub ), and you’ll find locals squeezed in to hear an old-fashioned, toe-tapping trad session. Feel free to bring your own instrument or just clap and sing along.

Pro tip: To see more of Ireland's popular pubs, take a pub crawl—it’s one of the most fun things to do in Belfast. Starting with the Victorian-inspired  Crown Liquor Saloon .

#5: Wander the halls of the world’s most haunted castle

If haunted houses are your type of fun, then head to  Leap Castle —widely regarded as the most haunted castle in the world. Try to keep your cool as the current (living) owner, Sean Ryan leads you on a tour and recalls past and present meetings with the spirits of former residents.  It’s spooky, but exploring Leap Castle is one of the coolest things to do in Ireland—if you dare. 

Pro tip: Amp up the fun by visiting the mummified remains of some of Dublin’s most influential families, at another creepy place— Saint Michan’s church . Descending into the church’s crypts is one of the most unusual things to do in Dublin.  

#6: Go hawking at Ashford Castle

A hawk walk at  Ashford Castle is definitely one of the most exciting things to do in Ireland—you’ll never forget the first time a hawk lands on your arm! Ashford Castle houses  Ireland’s School of Falconry where you can learn to fly one of these regal birds. If you’re going to spend one week in Ireland, then this has to be on your itinerary!

Pro tip: If you’re hoping to see more wildlife, then check out one of the most fun things to do in Dingle: taking a boat tour to meet Fungie the bottlenose dolphin. Fungie loves humans and often stops along the local tour boats to say hello.

#7: Take a seaweed bath in Sligo

Sligo is famous for being the birthplace of W.B. Yeats—and also for the seaweed harvested daily from local shores. So if you’re looking for a bit of unusual fun, treat yourself to a seaweed bath. Local spas offer the chance to unwind in a luxurious steaming bath of fresh seawater and wild, organic seaweed. After a dip, you’ll feel totally rejuvenated. And you’ll realize why Sligo is one of the best places to stay in Ireland.

Pro tip: After a stay at the spa, take a stroll along the River Garavogue and visit the 13th-century  Sligo Abbey , one of Ireland's cool points of interest.

#8: Go coasteering on Clare Island

What is coasteering, you ask? It’s an exhilarating combination of wild swimming and cliff jumping, and Clare Island is the best place to indulge in this fun activity. (Clare Island is a rugged land off the northwest coast—an awesome place to get off the beaten path in Ireland.)

Pro tip: Looking for a more peaceful way to enjoy the water? River kayaking is one of the best things to do in Shannon.

#9: Pedal the Ballyhoura Mountains

The Ballyhoura Mountains, which span both County Limerick and County Cork, are one of the best places to go mountain biking in Ireland. The mountain bike trails are the most extensive in Ireland and offer a wide range of options depending on your skill and fitness level. A day on the trails is a great way to burn off all those pints of Guinness!

#10: Go Blokarting in Bundoran

Blokarting (aka land yachting) is an exciting way to cruise across the beaches of Bundoran. It involves sitting in a beach buggy with a sail and flying down the wide-open beaches of Donegal. Whew! Talk about exhilarating. 

Bundoran is also the perfect place to catch some killer waves—it’s recognized as the surfing capital of Ireland! Surfing on land or the ocean are high adventure fun, and definitely two of the coolest things to do in Donegal. 

#11: Kiss the Blarney Stone

It’s always fun to live out a legend, and one of the most famous of all of Ireland's tourist attractions is the Blarney Stone. Just a simple kiss and you could be rewarded with the gift of gab. Who doesn’t want that? After you’re done hanging upside down and planting one on a slab of limestone, explore all the nooks and crannies of 15th-century Blarney Castle . The castle is awesome, and the surrounding gardens are fantastic.

Pro tip: Another must-do in Ireland is visiting the  Foynes Flying Boat Museum , in County Limerick Irish coffee was invented here—and if you haven’t had Irish coffee in Ireland, then what are you doing?

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Arigna Mining Experience

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Cliffs of Moher

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Isle of Skye

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The itinerary for our trip was excellent, and so were the hotels (two castle stays!) but the absolute best part of the trip was the Tour Director. Joe not only organized and took care of all of us the entire trip, but he shared with us his personal insights and experiences that enhanced the history of Ireland and made it very real for us. I feel this was what made our group become so close, and some of us still keep in touch and plan on taking another trip next year!

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In addition to a full-service spa, Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club features a golf course and outdoor tennis courts. Dining is available at one of the hotels 2 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at one of the 3 coffee shops/cafés. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotels 3 bars/lounges. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This 4-star property offers access to a 24-hour business center.

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Columba Hotel, Inverness

This grand hotel has a great location in the heart of Inverness, yet in a quiet area with splendid views of the River Ness and Inverness Castle. Inside its historic exterior, the Columba Hotel houses bright, airy rooms. Each has a TV with satellite channels and facilities for making tea and coffee. The hotel's décor combines traditional comfort with contemporary style and amenities. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the building.

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Muthu Newton Hotel, Nairn

Muthu Newton Hotel is close to the Nairn golfing links and the Moray Firth offering unrivalled peace and tranquility. Just 10 miles from Inverness airport and less than a mile from Nairn train station. Once frequented by Charlie Chaplin it stands overlooking the Moray Firth and beyond to the Black Isle. The Hotel has 63 rooms with a lush view, the Highland Conference Centre and a wedding venue. The sea-side town of Nairn is one of the prime locations and one of the sunniest spots in Scotland. 

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DoubleTree by Hilton Dunblane Hydro, Stirling

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Dunblane Hydro opened in 1878 as a luxurious Victorian health spa. Sitting on a beautiful 10-acre estate, this spectacular historic structure was designed by renowned Scottish architectural firm Peddie and Kinnear. Enjoy glorious countryside views while you unwind n your luxurious bedroom. Your breakfast buffet will be limitless, with options from a hearty traditional Scottish breakfast with scrambled eggs, to lighter options including fruit, pastries, cereals, and yogurts.  

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Europa Hotel, Belfast

The world famous Europa Hotel in Belfast is located in the heart of Belfast City Centre. Offering a choice of 272 hotel rooms in Belfast City Centre including 92 Executive Bedrooms & Suites. Due to its prime location, the Europa Hotel is a short distance from many of Belfast’s top visitor attractions including the Ulster Museum, Grand Opera House, City Hall, Titanic Belfast, Waterfront Hall & SSE Arena. Enjoy a stay at one of the most centrally located Belfast hotels today.

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Station House Hotel - Letterkenny, Donegal

Station House Letterkenny is a 3-star modern contemporary boutique hotel, offering high-quality accommodation. The hotel is in the center of town close to all shopping, pubs, and restaurants. The colorful, spacious bedrooms all offer modern facilities such as flat-screen TV (in-house movies), and free Wi-Fi and computer modem connection. Luxury glass-paneled private bathrooms have showers and full-length mirrors

Station House Hotel - Letterkenny

Kilronan Castle, Roscommon

Located just 45 minutes drive from Sligo Airport, Kilronan Castle Hotel & Spa features an indoor swimming pool. On-site spa and a fine dining restaurant. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. The Douglas Hyde Restaurant offers fine dining with a range of dishes made using locally sourced produce. Local activities include hiking, golf, sailing and biking. Lough Key Forest & Activity Park is a 20-minute drive away and features a variety of wildlife and historic buildings.

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Temple Gate Hotel, Ennis

In the center of historic Ennis, Temple Gate Hotel features free Wi-Fi and free parking, just 20 minutes drive from Shannon Airport. Numerous shops and restaurants are close by. The AA rosette-awarded Legends Restaurant offers a superb a-la-carte menu as well as specials every evening. The cozy Preacher’s Pub offers a full bar menu served from 12:30 until 21:00 daily, and hosts traditional Irish music.

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Killarney Plaza Hotel, Killarney

The 4-star Killarney Plaza Hotel & Spa offers elegance in the heart of Killarney Town. Home to an award-winning Spa, a vibrant Cafe Bar, the Tan Yard Restaurant, and designated conference and events spaces, all within beautiful surroundings overlooking Killarney National Park. Take in the graceful, contemporary décor, delivered with an attentive personal hotel service in this luxury hotel in the magical Kingdom of Kerry and at the gateway to the Ring of Kerry & Wild Atlantic Way.

Killarney Plaza Hotel

Radisson Blu Royal Hotel - Dublin, Dublin

This stylish hotel is close to many popular attractions in Dublin. The modern hotel rooms boast excellent views of the city. Start your day with a satisfying Super Breakfast Buffet at the on-site V’nV Restaurant, and have drinks at one of 3 stylish bars.

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The reigning Rugby World Cup champions begin their summer international schedule with a trip to London in what will be the first of a worldwide 2024 international slate. 

No.1-ranked South Africa rugby team begins the summer schedule with a match against Wales at 8 a.m. Eastern on June 22 at Twickenham Stadium in London.

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The trip to the United Kingdom is the first of four countries the Springboks will travel to from June to the end of September. 

The Springboks' schedule includes matches against Ireland, which beat them in pool play at the 2023 Rugby World Cup and is the No.2-ranked team in the world. They play the Irish twice in South Africa before heading to Australia in August. 

Here’s a look at the Springboks’ international schedule in 2024:

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• June 22: Springboks vs. Wales, Twickenham, London,  9 a.m. EDT
• July 6: Springboks vs. Ireland, Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria, 11 a.m. EDT
• July 13: Springboks vs. Ireland, Hollywoodbets Kings Park, Durban, 11 a.m. EDT
• July 20: Springboks vs. Portugal, Toyota Stadium, Bloemfontein, 11 a.m. EDT
• Aug. 10:  Australia vs. Springboks, Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, 2:45 a.m. EDT
• Aug. 17: Australia vs. Springboks, Optus Stadium, Perth, 5:55 a.m. EDT
• Aug. 31: Springboks vs. New Zealand, Emirates Airline Park, Johannesburg, 11 a.m. EDT
• Sept. 7: Springboks vs. New Zealand, DHL Stadium, Cape Town, 11 a.m. EDT
• Sept. 21: Argentina vs. Springboks, Estadio Unico Madre de Ciudades, Sgo. del Estero, 5 p.m. EDT 
• Sept. 28: Springboks vs. Argentina, Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit, 11 a.m. EDT
• Nov. 10: Scotland vs. Springboks, BT Murrayfield, Edinburgh, 6 p.m. EST
• Nov. 16: England vs. Springboks, Twickenham, London, 6 p.m. EST, Castle Lager Outgoing Tour
• Nov. 23: Wales vs. Springboks, Principality Stadium, Cardiff, 6 p.m. EST

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• South Africa, 94.54
• Ireland, 90.69
• New Zealand, 89.80
• France, 87.92
• England, 85.75
• Scotland, 82.82
• Argentina, 80.68
• Italy, 79.41
• Australia, 77.48
• Wales, 77.26

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Travel | travel: i climbed the ‘stairway to heaven’ next to a star wars film set in ireland.

A magnificent otherworld awaited. Fantastically flanked by oodles of adorable, clownish puffins lining my path, I’d soon climb Skellig Michael’s perilous 618-step “stairway to heaven” to explore 1,400-year-old stone beehive huts of long-departed hermit monks. Those austere, solitude-obsessed Celtic Christians must’ve spun in their nearby graves when Luke Skywalker squatted in their divine refuge and a sizable Star Wars’ film crew clambered up the sacred UNESCO site. Skellig Michael became planet Ahch-To in “Episode VII: The Force Awakens” and “Episode VIII: The Last Jedi.”

Just getting to this wind-flogged, storm-lashed outpost is extremely difficult. Each year, for only a seasonal few months, a limited number of 12-seat boats can sail the eight miles to Skellig Michael, but excursions are often canceled because of nasty gusts and choppy swells that make landings too dangerous. Call it luck of the Irish: On an unusually clear May day, after passengers received explicit instructions about how to puke overboard (thankfully not needed), skipper John O’ Shea shuttled us across on a one-hour journey, his sharp-eyed Watson and border collie Luna hilariously going dolphin bonkers almost the whole way.

When I laid foot on Skellig Michael, a safety officer scarily warned visitors that tourists have plunged to their deaths and been injured on the steep, cliffside, monk-hewn rough steps that have no handrailing; she suggested if you freak out, turn back and slide down on your rear. I very, very carefully trudged 600 feet up to the goosebump-eliciting monastery, its six conical dwellings, church, two oratories, cemetery and rainwater cisterns all spectacularly trapped in the medieval past. About 12 monks and an abbot lived in the religious sanctuary at any given period over six centuries; atop this precipice they felt closer to God. However, despite their chanting psalms, praying and singing hymns, demons lurked. Axe-wielding Vikings occasionally pillaged the settlement, once kidnapping an abbot for ransom; he died of starvation.

I got here thanks to being on an exceptional weeklong trip, “Hiking & Island Hopping: Cork & Kerry,” with adventure operator Wilderness Ireland ( wildernessireland.com ). Five years ago, I did a colorful trekking tour with sister company Wilderness Scotland, and fancied a similar one frolicking among Ireland’s four-leaf clovers. We hiked through staggeringly gorgeous Emerald Isle landscapes several hours a day but there was much more — a visit with a beloved blind goat farmer, a haunted abbey, toe-tapping pubs, a “Sleeping Giant,” and an evacuated island of storytellers, to name a few highlights.

Let me give a major shout-out to our great-humored, knowledgable Irish guide (and Elvis fan), 52-year-old Declan Faulkner. He drove us eight Americans a total of 550 miles in a mini-van on the twisting, iconic Wild Atlantic Way and enthusiastically led us into the glistening green, wildflower-sprouting, sheep-replete, wave-crashing coastal yonder. The camaraderie among fellow travelers, all initially strangers to me, was “craic” (good fun) even before we lifted pints of Guinness in Crayola-bright, Irish-speaking villages.

History ran rampant. On day one, Declan made an impromptu stop at a cemetery in Skibbereen where 9,000 local victims of the mid-1800s Irish potato famine are buried in a mass grave. All week, we’d see countless dry-stone “famine walls” that were work projects created to give the unemployed income during the hunger catastrophe that killed one million souls.

Another morning, we walked around the charming, harbor hamlet of Baltimore, a still-standing 13th-century castle witness to the horrific “Sack of Baltimore.” A sign memorialized the night In June 1631 when 230 armed North African Barbary pirates attacked the sleeping town, torching homes and snatching terrified residents from their beds. An estimated 154 men, women and children were captured, chained, and loaded onto ships to become Algerian slaves.

From Baltimore, our smooth-cruising ferry —  briefly surrounded by giant open-mouthed basking sharks —  delivered us to tiny Cape Clear, Ireland’s most southerly inhabited island (pop.110). Inside a cement shed, cheery 75-year-old Ed Harper held a blue pail and milked black-and-white goat Morag, who wanted to eat my iPhone. Ed, a former sociology teacher in England, has been blind since early childhood. He founded his Cleire Goat Farm 45 years ago and currently has 26 cud-chewers roaming 27 verdant acres. His favorite, big-bodied Captain Nibbles, appears to be the boss.

“Goats want everything that people want: food, sex and status,” Ed told me with a hearty laugh and a tug on his snowy beard.

The farm sells six flavors of goat ice cream, including lavender (“I think it tastes like soap,” Ed chuckled), along with actual goat soap, burgers and sausages. I met personable Nibbles and curious herd members perched atop a rocky outcrop in the grassy fields; a young goat gnawed the red laces of my hiking boots.

Done milking, Ed sat outside on a bench and rambunctiously sang folk tunes (“there was Brown, upside down, mopping up the whisky on the floor…”). He was pure joy. And then off we hiked into Cape Clear’s fairytale hinterlands, pausing to devour our backpack-carried sandwiches atop a breathtaking, sheer bluff teetering over the expansive Atlantic. Behind us rose a crumbling Napoleonic War-era signal tower along with a lighthouse abandoned in 1854 after it was obscured in the fog, causing a ship disaster that killed 92 passengers.

On other jaunts, we’d trek on tranquil, aptly-named Sheep’s Head peninsula, stroll the enormous, palatial Killarney National Park estate of Muckross House that Queen Victoria stayed in, and amble to the eerie, 15th-century Muckross Abbey, where a man’s ghost has supposedly been seen chewing a corpse’s flesh in the tangled graveyard. Real-life “Dracula” author Bram Stoker used to hang around the grounds too.

This entire trip was also a bird bonanza. Some 8,000 puffins each spring inundate Skellig Michael to breed and nest, and scads of them stared at us unfazed with silly orange-beaked faces. In 2015, when  “The Last Jedi” filmed on the island, there were so many puffins in the background that CGI artists had to turn them into intergalactic “porgs.” The monks would navigate the treacherous staircase every day to fish, but they also ate the eggs and meat of seabirds, including those cute puffins. Before we arrived at Skelling Michael, our boat floated around smaller, human-uninhabitable Little Skellig island, a colony of 70,000 gannets crowding every ledge.

Another hike brought us to a second “Last Jedi” location, the stunning Dunmore Head promontory on the Dingle Peninsula. This is where Luke Skywalker kept his X-Wing fighter, milked a gigantic  sea cow and drank its green milk. Across from Dunmore Head, you can see the deserted, mythical Blasket Islands; one is dubbed the “Sleeping Giant” and appears to be an immense body in repose. We had planned to trek about Great Blasket island, but bad weather scrapped our boat ride.

Instead, we visited the intriguing Blasket Centre museum, which recounts how Great Blasket had to be permanently evacuated in 1953 because violent seas often thwarted medical care and other services for the 22 remaining and mostly aging residents. At one time, up to 175 people lived in the enclave that had no store, no doctor, no priest, no running water or electricity and a Morse code radio so unreliable that islanders set bonfires to alert the mainland they were in distress. Displayed artifacts, such as girls’ smocks, pipes, a domino set, and letters told of a tight, hardscrabble community that loved to fiddle and dance the four-hand reel. Great Blasket was also home to several Irish authors, including superb storyteller Peig Sayers who wrote her stirring memoirs about surviving on the island for 40 years.

From the Centre, I hiked along the tip of Dingle Peninsula until I ran into a dilapidated stone schoolhouse affixed with a plaque stating it was the 19th-century Kirrary National School. Hollywood again. The faux school was part of a set built for the 1970 Oscar-winning romantic epic, “Ryan’s Daughter.”

For sure, I hit a pot of gold on this adventure in counties Cork and Kerry. “It’s the people, the friendliness, the scenery, the ruggedness of the coastline and the mountains — and the peacefulness of it all,” Declan said. (That peace was temporarily interrupted when Declan played Elvis’ “Suspicious Minds” in the van and we all loudly crooned along.)  And even though I didn’t glimpse sought-after leprechauns, I did see a yellow road sign designating their “crossing” at the panoramic Ladies View lookout.

We spent our final two nights in the lively town of Dingle, known for quirky and music-permeating pubs. Our group toasted in legendary Dick Mack’s, an 1899-founded pub-haberdashery where a craftsman now fashions leather belts at the booze-serving bar counter. (The motto is “Step Up and Get Waisted.”) Along Main Street, inside vintage pub-hardware shop Foxy John’s, patrons can sip a smooth whisky and buy DIY items, such as tools, vehicle anti-freeze and rat bait. (I guess their slogan could be “Step Up and Get Hammered.”)

Our trip ended way too soon when Declan dropped us off at the Limerick train station. On my locomotive-powered voyage back to Dublin, I sat next to Kevin Clancy, an elderly gent from Limerick who enjoyed how awed I was by his country. “You know what’s so special about Ireland?” he asked in his thick brogue. “You don’t have to go anywhere to see the beautiful scenery. In fact, you can always reach out and touch it.”

I knowingly smiled  — and touched the shamrock in my pocket.

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