Ireland Small Group Tours & Trips

547 Ireland trips. Tours from 129 tour companies. 2,082 reviews. 4.5/5 avg rating.

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Northern & Southern Ireland
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They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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Belfast, Derry, Dublin, Galway, Ring of Kerry

Highlights

  • Explore Ireland’s natural wonder, the Ring of Kerry, and witness farmers in action with a sheep farm visit and herding demonstration.
  • Scramble around the clustered pillars of Giant's Causeway and decide for yourself if it’s a natural phenomenon or the work of giants, as legends say.
  • Roam the rugged coastline of the Aran Islands, with time to visit ruins and remains from the Bronze and Iron Age with your local leader.
  • Learn about The Troubles from those who were directly affected by it on a history tour in Derry.
  • Enjoy Dublin's energetic nightlife, where it’ll feel like there’s a pub on every corner. Check out its creative neighbourhoods, brimming with hip bars and trendy eateries.

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Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, High Adventure

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"Michelle Middleton is an asset to the customer care team. Easy and honest communication throughout!"

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Walking Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way
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Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Walk the Cliffs of Moher and take a boat ride along the coast
  • Hike to the top of Torc Mountain in Killarney National Park
  • Experience the ancient oak forest and pristine beaches of the Ring of Kerry
  • Meet a seaweed forager and discover the secrets of the Derrynane Beach region
  • Hike Inishmore island and discover a seal sanctuary and the prehistoric fortress of Dun Aonghasa
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Hiking & Walking

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"The booking process for my forthcoming trip to Peru on the Salkantay trek in November went very smoothly"

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Ireland & Scotland in 15 days - Stunning Ireland & The Highlands - Charm
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Dublin, Edinburgh, Galway

Highlights

  • Cliffs of Moher
  • Dublin
  • Kilkenny
  • Killarney National Park

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Very well organised, excellent guide and information. Superb coach driver."

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  • Fully customized trip based on preferences
  • Matched with a local specialist
  • From $150 per person per day
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Ireland Uncovered
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Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • See why Ireland’s beauty has inspired romantics, poets and dreamers for centuries
  • Ireland is a country where locals love a chat. Start your conversation on this small group tour of Ireland
  • Live like royalty at Powerscourt House and Gardens
  • Discover the mystery of the desolate and barren landscape of Achill Island
  • Dublin is a very energetic scene. Stroll through Temple Bar and take in a tasting at the Guinness Brewery
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Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus

What travelers are saying

"Ok, it was at the end of the Covid crisis…BUT…no excuse for long hours on the bus with no movies, no discussion of our surroundings or fun facts/background on the areas/attractions that we’d see. Nothing at all regarding the Erie Canal. Not enough time at sights (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Niagara Falls). Bus driver took an hour driving all around the area before he could find where to park for the Henry Ford Museum. The Village was closed to us the day we were there for sanitation. We got to Niagara Falls very late and by the time we finished dinner, we could only glimpse a part of the falls from a good half mile up river. Never went to the vineyard at all, because a storm came up. The only part of the trip that went as planned was when we were actually on Mackinac…that was great! But, not good enough overall to ever make me want to use Tours of Distinction again. Plus, the company never even apologized for all the missteps."

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Ireland, Scotland & England in 18 days - Emerald Isle, Highland Discovery & London - CHARM
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Dublin, Edinburgh, Galway, London

Highlights

  • Cliffs of Moher
  • Dublin
  • Killarney National Park
  • Edinburgh
  • Glasgow
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks

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"Very well organised, excellent guide and information. Superb coach driver."

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Best of UK & Ireland
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Marvel at the Cliffs of Moher and the magnificent Giant's Causeway
  • Tours of Belfast, Edinburgh, Liverpool and Dublin
  • Drive through the iconic Scottish Highlands and visit the shores of Loch Ness
  • Visit the historic Blarney Castle and Stratford-upon-Avon
  • Option to explore Stonehenge and the Roman Baths

Themes

History, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Hilariously bad support from outsourced call centers. They flat out bs you making up answers. They did not actually book all the hotels stated in the tour so there were some last minute changes that were very disruptive. The bus was missing luggage liners in the shelf above the seats so stuff was falling out while driving and I was hit by a heavy laptop bag."

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Unspoilt Ring of Kerry Cycling
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Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • The Ring of Kerry - the 'real' Ireland, away from the crowds in beautiful scenery
  • Our cycle routes feature a quieter mix of inland and coastal routes
  • 10,000 years of dramatic history - an early Celtic tribe settled in the area around 300BC
  • The Gap of Dunloe - a magnificent glaciated valley
  • The stunning Three Lakes of Killarney in Killarney National Park - look out for native red deer
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Cycling & Biking

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"The booking process for my forthcoming trip to Peru on the Salkantay trek in November went very smoothly"

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Ireland: Splendors of the Emerald Isle
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Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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"This was one of the worst three weeks of our lives. I understand that issues arise during travel but not blatant disorganization. It completely destroyed a trip of a lifetime for us. (Egypt, Jordan,Saudi), I am only going to share a few of the things that happened. * Trip Cost: $57,000 for a 2+ week trip * Experience: One of the worst three weeks of our lives due to blatant disorganization. Key Issues: 1. Hotel Checkout: Kicked out of a Four Seasons due to an early checkout time. You could have booked an extra night to avoid this. 2. Room Mix-Up: After a nine-hour travel day to a nearby destination, arrived at Banyan Tree with two different rooms booked for a three-night stay. Resolved after 30 minutes of waiting in the lobby. 3. Flights in Egypt: Three economy flights in one day with over ten hours of travel and no edible food provided. We had many travel days that were dreadful and absolutely not vip. 4. Guide: Our guide, Issam, was rude, disrespectful, and berated a guest with Alzheimer's. 5. Helicopter Ride: Quoted $22,000+ for a two-hour ride. We found the company and arranged it ourselves for $7,500. 6. Transportation: Waited 45 minutes for a car to the airport that never showed up, had to call Uber. 7. Overall: Promised "ultra luxury" services were a disaster with economy flights, disrespectful guide, missing chauffeurs, lack of food, terrible organization, and non-VIP services. Conclusion: If you're not a luxury company, just say so. This was a disgusting rip-off beyond imaginable belief. We were stuck in the Middle East having paid all this money to these people and just rolled around in a blender. DO NOT BOOK WITH ABERCROMBIE AND KENT"

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Ireland Tour Selection Trips

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

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