Breathtaking scenery. Inspiring people and hospitality. Legendary history and culture.
Since 2002, Vagabond have been THE leaders in small-group Ireland tours.
Voted one of the World's Best Tour Operators by Travel+Leisure and with 1000s of 5 Star reviews from our guests, you are always in safe hands on epic tours of Ireland.
Make life-long memories, see iconic destinations and get off the beaten path touring Ireland in our unique customised tour vehicles.
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I cannot say enough how wonderful this trip was.
We saw so much natural beauty, met so many nice, genuine people, ate great food, and stayed in lovely hotels.
Everyday was a different adventure or activity. There were a lot of laughs.
Our guide Kevin was the best. Just a really fun loving, happy soul who made the trip that much more memorable and enjoyable.
Words cannot describe how wonderful this experience was for both of us.
Danny (our Vagaguide) was the shining star of our travels. He is funny, adventurous, accommodating, and extremely knowledgeable about Irish geography and history. His storytelling was enrapturing.
The scenery was absolutely breathtaking. Our favorite spots to visit were the ones off the beaten path, and Danny knows of many that are even off the off beaten.
I doubt that I will ever visit a more beautiful place.
There aren't enough words to describe how magnificent this tour was!
I've been to Ireland three times now, but it was Vagabond Tours that made me truly fall in love with this magical country.
The itinerary was expertly curated to be a perfect blend of history, nature, and local culture.
There is definitely something special about this company, and I will be forever grateful for having toured with them.
BOOK YOUR TRIP. You're in for an experience you will never forget!
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 our Vagabond & Driftwood Ireland tours. 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 and again in 2025.
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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.
Confirm your tour for only €250 deposit per guest then pay the balance in bitesize chunks.
Reserve your desired dates for up to 7 days with ZERO upfront cost.
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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
Our multi-award-winning Ireland tours allow you to explore the lanscapes, history and culture of Ireland.
Led by one of our expert VagaGuides, you will visit the country's most iconic sights while also seeing those hidden gems you just won't find in the guidebooks.
Stay in spectacular local hotels, savour the flavour of Irish cuisine, enjoy amazing landscapes, soak up the history and culture and meet the friendly locals.
To put it simply, we want you to love Ireland as much as we do!
Our expert VagaGuides know every last corner of Ireland!
We tour Northern Ireland, the Wild Atlantic Way and Ireland's Ancient East.
If you want to visit multiple regions, we have longer 11+ day tours of Ireland too.
Highlights include the Ring of Kerry, Dingle, Giants Causeway, the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren, Connemara, 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.
Most Vagabond & Driftwood tour guests whose itineraries include Northern Ireland (NI) require an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).
If you are a US, Canadian, Australian or NZ citizen who does not reside in Ireland and you are taking one of these tours that visit Northern Ireland, you will require an ETA prior to travel.
Any citizen of the above countries transiting or traveling to the UK (including Northern Ireland) for tourism, family visits, business meetings, conferences, or short-term study for 6 months or less requires an ETA.
Guests visiting the Republic of Ireland (southern Ireland) from outside of the EU do not require an ETA unless they are travelling to Northern Ireland during the trip.
An ETA is a digital pre-clearance allocated to individuals who intend to travel to the United Kingdom (UK) for short stays. The process of obtaining an ETA is simple.
All of our tours are fully guided by our team of expert driver guides.
We call them VagaGuides.
Our VagaGuides are the most passionate, talented and professional tour guides in Ireland, if not the universe!
They'll masterfully guide your tour vehicle.
They'll organise your daily activities and answer all of your questions.
....They've even been known sing!
The cornerstone of any good vacation is the tour guide.
We invest painstaking time and resources in guide recruitment and training.
All VagaGuides are continually assessed and trained with the following skills/qualifications:
Stunning scenery. Magic moments.
Your VagaGuide mixes it all together to give you a unique and extraordinary tour experience.
As you travel through Ireland's wild and rugged landscapes on a Vagabond or Driftwood tour, your VagaGuide will keep you informed and entertained, while also providing a snapshot of life in Ireland today.
Maybe it's time to meet our VagaGuide team?
You may be wondering, just what is a small-group tour?
We define small-group as a tour group that can fit on one of our minibuses; they carry a strict maximum of 15 guests.
Other tour operators in Ireland describe their products as 'small group'. However, on closer inspection, they may offer large tour buses with up to a 40-seat capacity. We strongly advise you to check the exact number of guests who will be joining you on tour before you book.
Ireland's climate can be unpredictable. We often see four seasons in one hour, let alone one day!
We highly recommend packing a high quality waterproof jacket and wearing light layers of clothing. This will allow you to adapt to our charmingly ever-changing weather.
Beautiful, dazzling sunshine at one moment.
Then, before you know it, a rain shower arrives on a breeze.
Within 10 minutes, it's completely calm and dry again.
While we don't often see prolonged heavy rain in Ireland, rainshowers are common.
To complicate everything, rain showers are are often mixed with periods of warm sunshine.
And to make it even more confusing, Irish rainfall levels don't differ greatly between seasons. You are likely to get a wet week in summer almost as much as during spring or autumn.
Our rain comes in a dazzling range of varieties. Like the Inuit with snow, Irish people use lots of phrases to describe types of rainfall:
But don't let this great diversity of precipitation put you off...
The best approach is to prepare for the unexpected. A good quality, waterproof — but ideally lightweight — rain jacket is essential.
It's a common misconception that Ireland has a cold climate. Heavy snowfall is rare in Ireland, except on higher ground.
Not too hot nor too cold; average temperatures in Ireland range between 10-21ºC (between 50-70 Fahrenheit) during the day.
Things get cooler in the evening: average temperatures can range anywhere between 4-15ºC (approximately 40-60 F).
Find out more about weather and the best time to visit Ireland on our blog
In this sample budget, we've imagined a typical guest who plans on eating well, doing as many optional activities as they can and buying a moderate amount of souvenirs.
| Lunch + Drink | €25 - €30 |
| Dinner + Drink | €35 - €45 |
| Optional Activity Per Day | €30 - €70 |
| Souvenirs | €30 |
| Total Per Day | €120 - €175 |
Remember, all of your tour hotels, breakfasts, guide services, transport and admission to essential attractions are included on your Vagabond or Driftwood tour.
But there will be some additional costs to consider....
You'll need to choose a spot for lunch and dinner each day (we'll recommend our favourites so you're never stuck!).
You'll also want to try out some, or all, of our optional activities.
Love crafts? You may also be tempted by Irish craftwork on tour.
Read our full guide to money, budgeting and credit cards in Ireland
Rest assured, you can count on us for fair pricing, fantastic service and flexible booking terms.
Here's our 2025 price list:
| Mar, Apr & Oct | May-Sep | |
| 12 Day Giant Irish Adventure | €3186 | €3540 |
| 8 Day Wild Irish Rover Tour | €2196 | €2440 |
| 7 Day World Tour of Ireland | €1867.50 | €2075 |
| 7 Day Magnetic North Adventure | €1867.50 | €2075 |
| 5 Day Edge of the World Tour | €1386 | €1540 |
| Mar, Apr & Oct | May-Sep | |
| 15 Day All Ireland Tour | n/a | €4435 |
| 11 Day Discover Ireland Tour | €3033 | €3370 |
| 11 Day Ring of Ireland Tour | €3,277.80 | €3642 |
| 8 Day Wild Atlantic Way Tour | n/a | €2440 |
| 7 Day Treasure Ireland Tour | €1975.50 | €2195 |
| 7 Day Castles & Kingdoms Tour | €1975.50 | €2195 |
| 6 Day Great Southern Tour | €1647 | €1830 |
| 6 Day Northern Island Tour | €1647 | €1830 |
If you are travelling solo, we charge a single supplement to cover additional hotel charges.
Find out how much each tour single supplement is on this FAQ
Anytime is a good time to visit Ireland!
Ireland warms up in springtime. Days lengthen. Colour returns to the landscape with wildflowers blossoming.
Our tour prices are reduced by 10% each March and April.
Find out more about springtime in Ireland
Ireland does not see heatwaves and crowds that are common in mainland Europe during summertime.
You may be surprised by how much daylight there is in Ireland. In mid-June, the sun doesn't set until nearly 11pm!
September is usually a settled month. Hotels and airlines often offer autumn/fall deals, lowering your costs overall.
In October, our peak season tour prices are reduced by 10%.
Ireland rarely experiences major snowfall and the temperature never drops far below freezing, even in midwinter.
Vagabond tour guides take a break during the winter!
Read our dedicated blogs about the best time to visit Ireland.
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
We've answered a few questions about Ireland since 2002...
Dive into our FAQs to learn more.
