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 23 years of magic memories, locally-owned hotels, passionate driver guides, exceptional tour vehicles, delicious food and unmissable local Irish experiences.
We were 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.
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Our family ABSOLUTELY LOVED the Vagabond Tour that we went on.
We saw so many parts of Ireland that we would have never seen without going on the tour.
Each day there were amazing activities (hiking, horseback riding, feeding baby lambs, etc.). We fell in love with Ireland because of this tour.
If you're struggling to make a decision, just stop and go with Vagabond.
It was, hands down, the best holiday we've ever been on. Our tour guide, Andrew, was amazing every leg of the way.
We absolutely felt like family. I would 100% recommend them to anyone who asks!!!
It was the BEST vacation we have ever had!
Our guide was Brian W, and he was a comedian; a historian; a storyteller; a friend and a great person!.
I can't say enough great things about this lovely company! We have never had such a great time on a vacation.
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
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.
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.
