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💯 We are rated 5.0 on TripAdvisor (98% reviews are 5/5 so far).
🚵 Our tour itineraries are flexible, mixing must-see sights with more offbeat things to do.
😎 100% of our small group Ireland tours are led by local, friendly, expert driver guides.
Your 2026 trip to Ireland couldn't be in safer hands.
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Discover the magic of Ireland in 2026 with our flexible vacation packages. Why Vagabond?
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Vagabond have been THE leaders in small-group tours of Ireland since 2002.
Our guided small-group tours of Ireland combine authentic local experiences with amazing tour guides, unique vehicles and a responsible tourism ethos.
Trust us to deliver your ideal trip to Ireland.
The trip was wonderful. We took the Driftwood 12 Day Wild Coasts & Clover Tour. We saw so many beautiful places, ruins of monasteries and castles, historic sites, famous gardens and parks. Our guide Damian was a wonderful guide and driver. He was fun as well as always helpful. I would recommend Vagabond to anyone.
I would recommend Vagabond to anyone
We would highly recommend a Vagabond tour to anyone. We took the 11 Day Discover Ireland Tour around Ireland and loved the whole experience. Our guide, Danny, was excellent. I’m sure we saw many things that people on a cruise or some other large tour groups would have missed. Our hotels were all very nice and the guides we had were excellent. Ireland is truly a beautiful country.
Ireland is truly a beautiful country
I just finished up the Vagabond 12 Day Giant Irish Adventure and it was a lifetime experience. Everything ran like clockwork and Vagabond had anticipated and taken care of every single detail. It was really impressive. I highly recommend this active adventure.
I just finished up the Vagabond 12 day Giant Irish Adventure and it was a lifetime experience.
We just got back from the 12 Day Giant Irish Adventure Tour, and we're still buzzing! This was, without a doubt, the best trip we’ve ever taken. We laughed so hard our faces hurt, saw some of the most beautiful places on Earth and made memories we'll cherish forever.
We're still buzzing! This was, without a doubt, the best trip we’ve ever taken.
I went solo for the 7 day world tour of Ireland. This tour truly went beyond my expectations. I also thoroughly enjoyed the company of my fellow travellers, especially as someone traveling solo, it was a much welcomed bonus to have a fun-loving and curious bunch to travel with!
I went solo for the 7 day world tour of Ireland. This tour truly went beyond my expectations.
I couldn't be happier! I had done a tour of Ireland years ago with another company and this was SO much better. The staff at Vagabond were extremely helpful during the booking process all the way to our arrival. I would HIGHLY recommend this company!
I couldn't be happier! I would HIGHLY recommend this company!
As one of our travel mates said, our group was 15 out of 15. We normally are not tour people and it felt strange to leave all the planning in someone else’s hands. However, I cannot imagine a better experience!
Vagabond’s planning, itinerary and hotel choices were great! Our guide Steve kept us comfortable, well informed and laughing the entire trip!
This trip exceeded all our expectations and was the perfect introduction to Ireland 🍀
Our guide did an absolutely outstanding job--from sharing his vast knowledge of Irish history & folklore to communicating clearly with us throughout the day. I can't give high enough positive remarks. We saw so much but never felt rushed.
My favorite part? The Irish people--they were so hospitable, warm, welcoming, and always ready to share a story.
I am SO glad that, after much research, I chose Vagabond and 10/10 recommend them to anyone looking for the perfect small group tour
We took the 11 day Vagabond tour with Andrew as our guide. He was fantastic, knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and in general, just a great guy.
The bus and our fellow travelers were great as were the accommodations included with the tour.
I can recommend this tour company without reservation and if you should travel with Vagabond, I believe your vacation will be as enjoyable as our was.
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.
FREE 7 Day seat reservations. Flexible terms. Book a tour for only €250 deposit per person.
Smooth, slick and super comfortable, our Mercedes tour vehicles are the perfect ride.
We prioritise local, family run hotels with a warm Irish welcome and top quality service.
Our guided small-group tours of Ireland combine authentic local experiences with amazing tour guides, unique vehicles and a responsible tourism ethos.
...Demand for our tour experiences is phenomenal year.
We will be virtually sold out of our most popular tours before the season even starts!
Because all of our itineraries are small-group tours — with a maximum of 15 guests on board — there's a limited number of spaces on each tour.
Contact our friendly team today to reserve your preferred dates.
To book your tour, it's a simple, flat-rate €250 deposit per guest.
John, Jade, Léa and Danielle can hold your seat for up to 7 days without charge.
