Self Drive Tours Ireland
Every one at IrishTourism.com realizes just how precious your vacation time is to you and we will do everything to ensure that your driving tour of Ireland is a vacation to remember.
Touring Ireland has never been this simple with our Self Drive Tours of Ireland that offer superb service and back up at the best possible prices. We have created more than forty Self Drive Ireland Tours that take in all areas of Ireland. We have now added a number of specialist driving tours of Ireland, including the Gourmet Tour of Ireland, the 3 Centre Tour of Ireland & the Irish Pub & Folk Tour in order to cater to all of your vacation tastes. Nowhere will you find a more comprehensive offering of self drive vacations and tours of Ireland. It is important to note that all self drive tours can be customized to suit your requirements. The following examples represent just a small selection of the Ireland tours that we have to offer.
All of our touring Ireland packages and Ireland Vacations can be extended or shortened to suit your exact arrival and departure dates to and from Ireland.
For a truly memorable Irish vacation ask about a Private Chauffeured Tour of Ireland. We can provide chauffeur-driven luxury cars for one, two or three persons and luxury mini-buses or coaches for larger tour groups. All of our tour chauffeurs are experienced and approved driver/tour guides - you could not be in better hands while you are touring Ireland!
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8 days - 7 nights Self Drive Vacation & Tour in Ireland
This Best of Ireland Tour is a seven night tour based on Ireland’s most famous sights including Trinity College and Kilmainham Gaol in Dublin, Powerscourt House and the Waterford Crystal exhibition in the south east, Blarney Castle and the Cobh Heritage centre in Cork, Killarney and the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher and the ‘Burren Landscape’ of County Clare as well as the Aran Islands and Connemara in County Galway and Ireland's most visited attraction, the ancient Megalithic Tombs at Newgrange. There are four choices of accommodation; 7 nights in Hotels, B&B's or Manor Houses, or a stay involving 2 nights in a quality hand-picked B&B, 3 nights in Hotels and two nights in one of our wonderful intimate Manor House Hotels.
This comprehensive All-Ireland tour can be accessed via any of the Irish Airports and encompasses all regions of the country, including Northern Ireland. This touring Ireland vacation does entail quite a bit of driving but it will leave the traveler with a wonderful array of memories of the diverse scenery and cultural differences that they will encounter from one end of the country to the other. While the accents and dialects of the spoken word will vary greatly while journeying from County Cork on the southern tip of Ireland to the northern counties of Donegal and Antrim, the one unchanging constant will be the level of friendliness, humor and welcome that you receive throughout your travels.
While the suggested tour itinerary and tour overview clearly outlines how you will be able to visit many of Ireland’s most historical locations and attractions, make sure to take time-out to get to know the local people and their culture. See touring Ireland overview for sightseeing possibilities and general itinerary.
This Best of Ireland Tour is an eight night tour based on Ireland’s most famous sights including Trinity College and Kilmainham Gaol in Dublin, Powerscourt House and the Waterford Crystal exhibition in the South East, Blarney Castle and the Cobh Heritage Centre in Cork, Killarney and the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher and the ‘Burren Landscape’ of County Clare as well as the Aran Islands and Connemara in County Galway and Ireland's most visited attraction, the ancient Megalithic Tombs at Newgrange. This touring Irland vacation offers 4 choices of accommodation; 8 nights in Hotels, B&B's or Manor Houses, or a stay involving 2 nights in a quality hand-picked B&B, 4 nights in Hotels and 2 nights in one of our wonderful intimate Manor House Hotels.
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8 days - 7 nights Self Drive Vacation & Tour in Ireland
and culminates with the Notre Dame v Navy Irish Challenge Game in Dublin's magnificent Aviva Stadium on September 1st 2012. This Best of Ireland Tour is a seven night tour based on Ireland’s most famous sights including Trinity College and Kilmainham Gaol in Dublin, Powerscourt House and the Waterford Crystal exhibition in the south east, Blarney Castle and the Cobh Heritage centre in Cork, Killarney and the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher and the ‘Burren Landscape’ of County Clare as well as the Aran Islands and Connemara in County Galway and Ireland's most visited attraction, the ancient Megalithic Tombs at Newgrange. There are four choices of accommodation; 7 nights in Hotels, B&B's or Manor Houses, or stay our wonderful 5 Star Luxury Hotels and Irish Castle Hotel.
This eight night version of our Romantic Ireland Tour includes overnights in some of Ireland's most intimate hotels around the country.
Sumptuous food combined with superb locations present you with the ideal opportunity to combine your touring of Ireland's top sights with as much pampering and relaxation as you could wish for. Extend the duration of this touring Ireland package to suit your requirements....just tell your dedicated trip advisor exactly what you are looking for.
Irish pubs are known throughout the world for the friendliness and warmth of their hospitality and also for being the meeting place for like-minded souls who find themselves in search of quality conversation, humor, music and food. The Irish Pub & Folk Tour takes you to towns that offer numerous great pubs renowned for their atmosphere, food and superb traditional music. As you travel between these towns in the East, South and West of Ireland, you will also have the opportunity to see some of the most beautiful and picturesque landscapes that Ireland has to offer. Combine that with the history of the regions that you are passing through and you have the makings of an unforgettable touirng Ireland vacation.
This 5 Centre Style Tour is perfect for the traveler who prefers to explore the countryside from a limited number of bases rather than switch accommodations every night or two. This way of touring Ireland will allow the visitor a greater amount of time to get to know the areas in which they are residing and of course the locals that reside in those locations. One of the greatest advantages of the 5 Centre Tours is that you will undoubtedly feel considerably more rested at the end of the tour than someone who has taken the alternative 14 night tours where they stay in each location for just one or two nights. You will stay in Kilkenny in the South East, Kerry in the South West, and Galway/Mayo in the west of Ireland, Donegal and Derry in the north and Dublin City for the final 3 nights. See tour overview for sightseeing possibilities and general itinerary.
9 days - 8 nights Self Drive Vacation & Tour in Ireland
This 3 Centre Tour is perfect for the traveler who prefers to explore the countryside from a number of bases rather than switch accommodations every night or two. The tour will allow the customer a greater amount of time to get to know the areas in which they are residing and of course the locals that reside in those locations. One of the greatest advantages of the 3 Centre Tour is that you will undoubtedly feel considerably more rested at the end of your touring Ireland adventure than someone who has taken the alternative nine day tours where they stay in each location for just one or two nights. You will stay in Kilkenny in the South East, Kerry in the South West and either Galway or Dublin for the final two nights.
This luxury touring Ireland package includes overnights in Ireland's premier five star hotels and Castles. Your route will allow you to visit Ireland’s most popular sights. While you travel, enjoy the spectacular scenery and intriguing history that Ireland has to offer. Your accommodations include the best that Ireland has to offer in terms of service, location and gastronomy, with tasting menus available upon request. Read on for more details. Luxury and deluxe accommodations available
This 3 Centre Style Tour is perfect for the traveler who prefers to explore the countryside from a small number of bases rather than switch accommodations every night or two. The tour will allow the customer a greater amount of time to get to know the areas in which they are residing and of course the locals that reside in those locations. One of the greatest advantages of the 3 Centre Tour is that you will undoubtedly feel considerably more rested at the end of the tour than someone who has taken the alternative 11 day tour where they stay in each location for just one or two nights. You will stay in Kilkenny in the South East, Kerry in the South West and either Galway or Dublin for the final 3 nights of this touring Ireland package.
There is no doubt today that modern Irish cuisine compares favorably with the very best in the world. Furthermore it excels in showcasing the very high quality of Ireland’s natural, fresh, locally-produced ingredients. Experience the creative and culinary talents of Irish chefs on offer in luxury establishments as you are touring Ireland on this vacation. While you travel, enjoy the spectacular scenery and intriguing history that Ireland has to offer. Needless to say, the accommodations will be in keeping with the high standards of this Gourmet Tour. See tour overview for sightseeing possibilities and general itinerary.
This touring Ireland package includes time in some of the most historical and picturesque areas of the southern half of the country. The first four nights will be spent in the south eastern counties of Wicklow, Wexford and Waterford where you will have the opportunity to visit attractions such as The Monastic settlement at Glendalough and Powerscourt Gardens in Wicklow, the Dunbrody Famine Ship and The Kennedy Homestead in Wexford and the Waterford Crystal Factory and Lismore Gardens in Waterford.
In Cork and Kerry, you will be able to Kiss the Blarney Stone and visit attractions such as the Cobh Heritage Centre, the Midleton Jameson distillery, the Ring of Kerry and of course the beautiful Dingle Peninsula. From here you will be travelling north along the west coast of Ireland including visits to the Cliffs of Moher and Burren region in County Clare.
This tour includes time in some of the most historical and picturesque areas of the southern half of the country. The first five nights will be spent in the south eastern counties of Wicklow, Wexford and Waterford where you will have the opportunity to visit attractions such as The Monastic settlement at Glendalough and Powerscourt gardens in Wicklow, the Dunbrody Famine Ship and The Kennedy Homestead in Wexford and the Waterford Crystal Factory and Lismore gardens in Waterford.
In Cork and Kerry, you will be able to Kiss the Blarney Stone and visit attractions such as the Cobh Heritage centre, the Midleton Jameson distillery, the Ring of Kerry and of course the beautiful Dingle Peninsula. From here you will be travelling north along the west coast of Ireland including visits to the Cliffs of Moher and Burren region in County Clare. See touring Ireland package overview for sightseeing possibilities and general itinerary on this tour.
This luxury tour includes overnights in Irelands premier 5***** Hotels and Castles. Your route will allow you to visit Ireland’s most popular sights. While you travel, enjoy the spectacular scenery and intriguing history that Ireland has to offer. Your accommodations include the best that Ireland has to offer in terms of service, location and gastronomy, with tasting menus available upon request. Luxury and Deluxe accommodations available.
See tour overview for sightseeing possibilities and general itinerary
8 days - 7 nights Self Drive Vacation & Tour in Ireland
This Best of Ireland Tour is a seven night tour based on Ireland’s most famous sights including Trinity College and Kilmainham Gaol in Dublin, The Rock of Cashel and Cahir Castle in County Tipperary, Blarney Castle and the Cobh Heritage centre in Cork, Killarney and the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher and the ‘Burren Landscape’ of County Clare as well as the Aran Islands and Connemara in County Galway and Ireland's most visited attraction, the ancient Megalithic Tombs at Newgrange. There are 4 choices of accommodation for this touring Ireland package; 7 nights in Hotels, B&B's or Manor Houses, or a stay involving 2 nights in a quality hand-picked B&B, 3 nights in Hotels and two nights in one of our wonderful intimate Manor House Hotels.
This Northern Ireland tour, which can be accessed through via Knock or Dublin Airport, is a 10 night tour based on Ireland's best kept secret, our very own Northern Territories. Stay in Sligo, Donegal, North Antrim Coast and Belfast in Northern Ireland. After years of conflict, this region is fast becoming a favored holiday destination with our customers. This is a tour with a difference. There are 4 choices of accommodation; 10 nights in hotels, B&B's or Manor Houses, or a stay involving 2 nights in a quality hand-picked B&B, 6 nights in Hotels and 2 nights in one of our wonderful intimate manor house hotels on this touring Ireland package.