CIE Escorted Bus Tours of Ireland
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Our Price Promise - Guaranteed Lowest Tour Price available IrishTourism.com is committed to offering the lowest price for any CIE International Escorted Coach Tour of Ireland. We will not be knowingly undersold on any of our bus tours of Ireland! However, if you find a better price for an identical bus tour of Ireland with any other agent we will match their price. PLUS if your bus tour price is over $1,000 per person we will give you an additional $50 off the price of your tour!
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IrishTourism.com is pleased to announce that CIE Tours International is guaranteeing the vast majority of tour departure dates, so you can now book safe in the knowledge that your chosen tour of Ireland will operate! To determine whether your preferred tour departure date is open and guaranteed, please check with our reservations team prior to booking. You can do this by calling us here in Ireland on one of the numbers below or by sending us an enquiry for the particular tour of your choice. With dates assured, we guarantee that you will have a superb travel experience with us!
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Some of Our Most Popular Tours
From $698 land only
6 days/4 nights/8 meals, 7 days/5 nights/9 meals or 8 days/6 nights/10 meals
Start in Dublin and end in Shannon and experience the best that Ireland offers on this short introductory tour. See Dublin, Blarney, Killarney and Bunratty. Attend a medieval banquet, enjoy dinner and a traditional show in Dublin, kiss the Blarney Stone and view the Cliffs of Moher.
From $898 land only
7 days/5 nights/10meals or 9 days/7 nights/12 meals
A wonderful tour to compliment the very popular 4-night Taste of Ireland tour. Irish Fling offers excellent value and is ideal for those with limited time. Highlights include a visit to the Foynes Flying Boat Museum, the Waterford Crystal Factory, a medieval banquet at Bunratty Castle and a farewell dinner at Dunboyne Castle Hotel.
From $1,298 land only
9 days/7 nights/13 meals or 10 days/8 nights/14 meals
An opportunity to stay in family run B&Bs for 3 nights allows you to get to know your hosts while enjoying home-cooked meals. Evenings out include the lively traditional Irish show at Kate Kearney's Cottage at the Gap of Dunloe and the "Shindig" at the Old Jameson Distillery in Dublin. See the spectacular Cliffs of Moher and drive the stunning Ring of Kerry.
From $1,698 land only
11 days/9 nights/16 meals or 12 days/10 nights/17 meals
Scottish Cabaret & Dinner in Edinburgh, Dublin's Merry Ploughboy Pub Evening, Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet, Blair Athol Distillery Tour, Edinburgh Castle, Loch Ness Panoramic Cruise, Kiss the Blarney Stone, Ring of Kerry Tour, Cliffs of Moher
From $1,298 land only
8 days/6 nights/11 meals or 9 days/7 nights/13 meals
Stay at Deluxe & Superior First Class Hotels on one of our most popular tours. Sample the atmosphere of bygone times at Knappogue or Bunratty Castle's Medieval Banquet. Enjoy a lively evening of Irish music with dinner at the Merry Ploughboy Pub. Drive around the spectacular Ring of Kerry and spend a day sightseeing in Ireland's vibrant capital, Dublin.
From $1,278 land only
8 days/6 nights/11 meals
A very popular tour of the southern half of the island of Ireland. Highlights include a "Shindig" at the Old Jameson Distillery, Trinity College's Book of Kells, Blarney Castle, Dingle Peninsula, Cliffs of Moher, Clonmacnoise Monastic Site and a farewell dinner at Dunboyne Castle Hotel on your final night in Ireland.
From $1,348 land only
10 days/8 nights/15 meals
Stay in excellent hotels in Dublin, Donegal, Galway and Killarney while exploring Monasterboice’s Celtic Crosses, Slieve League Sea Cliffs – the highest in Europe, Museum of Country Life illustrating rural life and Foynes Flying Boat Museum recalling the grand era of air travel.
From $1,841 land only
12 days/10 nights/16 meals or 13 days/11 nights/17 meals
Combine a 3-night stay in London with 12 or 13 days in Ireland. Highlights include London Theatre Pass and Open-top Bus Tour, Abbey Tavern Pub Dinner & Entertainment, Kiss the Blarney Stone, Ring of Kerry Tour, Cliffs of Moher & Book of Kells at Trinity College
From $1,498 land only
10 days/8 nights/15 meals
Stay in great hotels and experience country homes in Kilkenny and an evening of great traditional songs and stories. Visit the National Stud & Japanese Gardens, see Waterford Crystal, tour the Ring of Kerry and spend a day on Inis Mor, largest of the Aran Islands.
From $3,146 land only
10 days/8 nights/15 meals
Experience Ireland's Best Deluxe & Castle Hotels, Prize-Winning Ashford Castle & Killarney Park Hotels, Special Dining Experiences, Muckross House & Gardens, Jaunting Car Ride, Dingle Peninsula Tour, Connemara Tour with Catamaran Cruise, Opportunities for Golf & Spa Treatments
From $2,398 land only
14 days/12 nights/21 meals or 15 days/13 nights/22 meals
Visit Scotland's most renowned castles such as Glamis Castle, Crathes Castle and Edinburgh Castle. Climb to the top of Blarney Castle in Ireland where you can acquire the 'gift of eloquence' by kissing the famous stone. In between, relax in your luxury coach as you are driven through some of the most spectacular scenery Scotland and Ireland have to offer.
From $898 land only
8 days/6 nights/11 meals or 9 days/7 nights/12 meals
A wonderful 3-center tour that takes in Ireland's most popular attractions, including the scenic Ring of Kerry and the majestic Cliffs of Moher. Staying two nights in Dublin, Killarney and Galway gives you more time to relax and enjoy each location, with the added benefit of less unpacking/packing.
From $2,898 land only
15 days/13 nights/21 meals
Treat yourself to fun-filled nights including Cabaret Dinner shows in Scotland and Ireland. During the day let the coach take the strain while you are driven through the beautiful countryside of Britain with visits to Stonehenge, Bath, and York. In Ireland highlights include vibrant Dublin city and the picturesque town of Killarney. In between enjoy two nights in historic Edinburgh.
From $1,598 land only
10 days/8 nights/15 meals
A superb tour based on the first 8 nights of the very popular Irish Tradition 11-night tour. Medieval Banquet at Bunratty Castle, Dinner & Traditional Show at the Merry Ploughboy Pub, Historic Derry Walking Tour, Belfast & Giant's Causeway, Stay in Deluxe St. Helen's Hotel
From $1,028 land only
8 days/6 nights/11 meals or 10 days/8 nights/13 meals
Walk Derry's Medieval Walls, Connemara Tour, Kylemore Abbey, Giant's Causeway, Ulster American Folk Park, Visit Pre-historic Newgrange or Knowth, Award-Winning Cabra Castle Hotel
From $1,878 land only
12 days/10 nights/19 meals
Focus on the sights all along Ireland’s western seaboard and stay in the lovely towns of Donegal, Westport and Clifden for two nights each. Visit Slieve League Sea Cliffs, explore Donegal, Achill Island and spend a day on Inis Mor, largest of the Aran Islands. Stay and explore popular sights in Killarney.
From $1,598 land only
12 days/10 nights/19 meals
Enjoy wonderful hotels throughout. Visits include Malahide Castle, Muckross Gardens, Kylemore Abbey, Giant’s Causeway and Ulster American Folk Park. Dine in Dublin’s Abbey Tavern and finish your tour with a 2-night stay at Cabra Castle Hotel and farewell dinner.
From $1,128 land only
9 days/7 nights/13 meals
Enjoy the legendary Irish 'craic' and explore the scenic South West and Ireland's West regions. Visit some of Ireland's renowned pubs such as Dublin's oldest pub the Brazen Head and Matt Molloy's (of Chieftains fame)in Westport. Sample a pint of the 'black stuff' and learn how to draw the perfect pint at the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin.
From $1,358 land only
9 days/7 nights/13 meals
Commencing in Dublin, the Mystical Ireland Tour covers the North and West of Ireland taking in The Nine Glens of Antrim and the legendary Giant's Causeway on the way to mystical Connemara and vibrant Galway City. Highlights include Mount Stewart House, Achill Island and a lively night of music and song at Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet.
From $2,158 land only
13 days/11 nights/20 meals
Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet, Merry Ploughboy Pub Traditional Dinner/Show, Historic Derry & Ennis Walking Tours, Trinity College's Book of Kells, St. Patrick's Grave, Giant's Causeway, Tour Central Belfast, Old World Deluxe Hotels in Dublin and Killarney, Stay in 17th Century Ballygally Castle Hotel
From $1,998 land only
13 days/11 nights/21 meals
Start in Dublin and travel right around the Irish coastline to experience diverse scenic regions. Travel the Nine Glens of Antrim, view the Giant’s Causeway, visit dramatic Achill Island, see the Cliffs of Moher and take a jaunting car ride in Killarney – and end at Dunboyne Castle Hotel. .
From $1,298 land only
9 days/7 nights/13 meals or 10 days/8 nights/14 meals
Stay in charming old-world superior quality hotels while you enjoy a tour through Ireland's most scenic locations. Visit historic sites such as Strokestown House and Trinity College as well as the ever popular Waterford Crystal Factory. Also takes in the Cliffs of Moher and Ring of Kerry. An extra night in Dublin can be added to the tour to allow time for independent sightseeing and last-minute shopping.
All of our Irish bus tours are operated by CIE Tours International, a division of Ireland's National Transport Company, who have provided over a million travelers with the highest quality coach tours in Ireland and Britain for over 74 years. As members of both the United States Tour Operators Association and the American Society of Travel Agents, and having lodged a million dollar irrevocable bond, you can rest assured you are in safe hands. Quite simply, we believe you will not find a finer selection of first class escorted coach tours anywhere.
IrishTourism.com's Escorted Coach and Bus Tours of Ireland and Britain. Our selection of Irish and British bus tours is ideally suited to both the first time visitor and returning guest alike. For Ireland & Britain Bus Tours 2009 we have selected the best accommodations available in their category, secured prime space at banquets and cabarets, and included Ireland's & Britain's latest attractions. And remember the cost of all sightseeing and special features is included in the cost of your coach tour of Ireland or Britain - no optional extras to have to pay!
**IrishTourism.com Price Promise**
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IrishTourism.com is committed to offering the lowest price for any CIE International Escorted Coach Tour. We will not be knowingly undersold! However, if you find a better price for an identical tour with any other agent we will match their price. PLUS if your tour price is over $1,000 per person we will give you an additional $50 off the price!
**Now Guaranteeing Departure Dates**
IrishTourism.com is pleased to announce that CIE Tours International is guaranteeing the vast majority of tour departure dates to Ireland & Britain, so you can now book safe in the knowledge that your chosen tour will operate! To determine whether your preferred departure date is open and guaranteed, please check with our reservations team prior to booking. You can do this by calling us here in Ireland on one of the numbers below or by sending us an enquiry for the particular tour of your choice.
Those of you traveling to Ireland & Britain from countries other than the United States can of course join any of our coach or bus tours to Ireland or Britain. Simply take the 'land only' rate for the particular bus tour and use our handy currency converter (located on the left of our web site) to see the price in your local currency. You can book flights online with Aer Lingus, our preferred partner, make your own arrangements direct with your chosen airline or use your local travel agent.
St. Patrick's Week in Ireland.
As you know, many cities throughout United States celebrate St. Patrick's Day on March 17th. Why not experience the holiday by joining festivities in Ireland? IrishTourism.com is pleased to bring an expanded selection of escorted bus tours of Ireland featuring stays in Dublin, Killarney, Galway and other centers where Ireland's patron saint's day is celebrated.
Flight Information.
CIE Tours has selected flights and negotiated the best possible airfares on Aer Lingus and British Airways to complete your vacation plans to Ireland and Britain. Domestic connections are available from many U.S. cities.
Frequently Asked Questions!
Check out our FAQ page for a detailed list of the most common questions we receive regarding escorted coach and bus tours of Ireland & Britain.
Organize your own Group Escorted Coach Tour of Ireland and Travel Free!
Are you a member of a club or society that likes to travel? What about a fundraiser for your church or school? Our CIE coach/bus tours of Ireland & Britain are ideally suited for clubs, families, or church groups. With 16 passengers you qualify for 1 free place on the land coach/bus tour and with as few as 8 you can earn a 50% discount for the 10th traveler. Find a bus tour of Ireland or Ireland & Britain that suits or let us customize a bus tour for you, submit an enquiry using the 'Enquiry' button on the relevant page and let CIE Tours take care of all the arrangements!
55 & Smiling Discounts!
Save $100 per person ($200 per couple) on selected CIE coach tours of Ireland if you are aged 55 or over. Look for the special symbol throughout the web site. 55 & Smiling discounts are limited to the first 15 seats on these specific dates - So book early and save!
Combine 2 Escorted Coach Tours of Ireland & Britain & Save $200 per couple!
Travel on two of our Irish coach tours for a longer vacation and receive a discount of $200 per couple or $100 for singles. This discount will apply to the second tour.
Irish Tours Youth Discount.
Save $100 per person on CIE coach tours of Ireland if you are under 21 and traveling with at least one full fare paying passenger.
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