Breathtaking scenery. Inspiring people and hospitality. Legendary history and culture.
Vagabond have been THE leaders in small-group tours of Ireland since 2002.
That's 22 years of magic memories, locally-owned hotels, passionate driver guides, exceptional tour vehicles, delicious food and unmissable local Irish experiences.
What's more, we are the only Irish tour company named in Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards 2023 and the first tour operator in Ireland to become a certified B Corp.
🎶 NEW MUSIC TOUR: Hit the high notes on our brand new Irish music itinerary, the 8 Day Jigs & Reels Ireland Music Tour
Vagabond/Driftwood tours are the absolute BEST.
We had a most memorable time. Couldn’t have asked for better accommodations or a better experience. Highly recommend, for the experience of a lifetime.
Andrew was a wonderful guide, with the small group we could go places the larger bus could not.
The hotels for the kingdoms tour were excellent. cannot say enough about what a nice time we had. They even have plan b sites to visit based on weather.
This was my first international trip and my first trip going solo - it exceeded my expectations!
Our tour guide Denise was SO knowledgeable. Everything was perfect! The van was comfortable, spacious, and every seat had a good view.
In 2002, Rob led his first ever small-group tour of Ireland. Twenty-two years later, we are still listening, learning and improving every season. Every Vagabond & Driftwood itinerary distils decades of experience into one amazing adventure!
Based in Ireland, Vagabond & Driftwood has always been family-owned and operated. We recruit and train our driver guides locally. Our network of independent hotels and activity suppliers helps our tours contribute directly to the local economy.
Exceptional quality runs right through Vagabond & Driftwood. Our standards have been recognised internationally. Most recently, we were the first B Corp from the Irish travel industry and the only tour operator awarded in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2023.
Relax on a Driftwood small-group tour of Ireland featuring quality time to explore Ireland's scenery, history & culture.
Get active on a small-group tour of Ireland featuring adventure, history, culture and wild destinations.
Like you, we want our children and grandchildren to be able to enjoy authentic travel experiences into the future.
We aim to bring long-term benefits to both community and planet as part of our responsible tourism mission.
That's why we're a certified B Corp.
Rob & Amy Rankin
+ the Vagabond Team
FLEXIBLE BOOKING TERMS
Reserve your seat for 7 days for free. Book your tour for €250 per person.
Learn more about the flexibility built into Vagabond & Driftwood Tours.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Our expert VagaGuides know every last corner of Ireland!
We tour Northern Ireland, the Wild Atlantic Way and Ireland's Ancient East.
Highlights include the Ring of Kerry, Dingle, Giants Causeway, the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, the Burren, Kilkenny Castle and the Blarney Stone.
The counties we visit include Belfast, Derry/Londonderry, Donegal, Galway, Waterford, Sligo, Clare, Cork and Tipperary. For convenience, all of our small-group tours depart from Dublin.
