If you're looking for something bespoke, perhaps with a family group, check out our Private Tours of Ireland.
Past guests have left Ireland extremely satisfied...
I seriously wouldn't do it any other way. We wouldn't have been able to see or do as much as we had without your group and our amazing guide, Andrew.
If anyone I know is looking to go to Ireland, I would emphatically recommend your company.
GINGER, APRIL 2022
I have been raving about Vagabond tours since I returned home from Ireland about a month ago...
There is sooooo much more I could say but I would go on and on…. This was truly the most amazing trip!!
VERIFIED GUEST, JUNE 2022
Everything was brilliant.
From navigating the user-friendly website and reading about the different tours, to the ease in booking online and receiving email updates/communication up to the morning of tour departure, everything was effortless.
ANGIE, JULY 2022
"The tour with Jason far exceeded my expectations. Jason was an amazing VagaGuide. He is professional, witty, and very well informed about all things Ireland. I asked a lot of questions, and if he didn't know — which was rare — he did some research and came back to dinner or breakfast with an answer... The guesthouses and hotels were top-notch. I wasn't sure what the expect and I was pleasantly surprised. The van was super comfortable and was a perfect way to travel... I watched the packing guide... which was super helpful! Because of all this, I was very well prepared for the trip. That made for an even more enjoyable experience. Your staff were very helpful. I asked a few questions in advance of our trip, and got prompt responses... I can not stop thinking about Ireland... Every chance I get I tell everyone about Vagabond Tours. I can't wait to go again and I've even convinced my husband to join me on our next one."
"We are back home now and feel like our trip to Ireland was a dream... From the beginning when we first booked to the end, the trip exceeded our expectations. From the itinerary, to the hotels, to the guides, this was perfection. Where do I start with Tim? He was knowledgeable, kind, encouraging, with a wicked sense of humor and has a great appreciation for adventure. He really made the trip memorable and one we will look back on years to come with a smile. Not only did we have some awesome hikes/walks we really learned SO much about Irish history. Tim always seemed to have a little surprise in store for us that was always so fun. I loved the picnics that we were able to enjoy due to such awesome weather. Between the stories, music and games while traveling the rides seem to go very quickly. Tim always had great recommendations of places to eat for lunch or dinner and were never a disappointment. We never felt rushed, and the timing really flowed well."
"I'm writing directly to you to express our gratitude and appreciation for the flexibility and creativity of your company in adjusting to my family's special circumstances. It was a pleasure to meet you on August 11 in the lobby of the Grand Canal Hotel. You very quickly introduced us to Bébhinn, one of the two fantastic guides who shepherded us around Ireland. You already know what a gem she is. There is nothing I can add. She was superb in every aspect of her duties. Denise had the difficult task of taking over in the middle of the trip. She was top-notch in every way as well. Both women were great story-tellers, and could continue talking through the hairiest traffic situations. Really professional drivers. Our thanks to everyone in your company who made our trip so memorable. We appreciate the changes... made to accommodate our grandson joining the tour in the middle. We have nothing but good things to say about the experience, and will say them to anyone who asks."
Our gentle-paced Driftwood Journeys of Discovery feature some of our most popular tours.
See what past Driftwooders had to say...
Not enough words to describe the tour and if I could give 10 stars I would.
Our guide Andrew took us places we wouldn't have known about and gave us a comprehensive history of Ireland.
The small tour was perfect for us and our fellow Driftwooders were all compatible.
I can't say enough positive things about this company except that you should do yourself a favor and book a tour with them.
DIANE, OCTOBER 2022
This was a trip of a lifetime.
Alan, our tour guide, was knowledgeable, fun, and flexible.
Many little stops along the way to experience the culture off the beaten path.
It’s hard to come home knowing such a beautiful place is out there.
DRIFTWOOD GUEST, OCTOBER 2022
We went on the 11 Day Driftwood Discover Ireland tour.
It was an exceptional trip with a great guide Damien, wonderful fellow travelers.
The trip was a nice slow pace never in the van very long any day and we visited spectacular places.
From small villages to the coast, everywhere was magical.
PATRICE, SEPTEMBER 2022
Active Vagabond Cultural Adventures are what launched our company back in 2002.
Today, they're still Ireland's best adventure tour, as you can see here...
If you're looking for something bespoke, perhaps with a family group, check out our Private Tours of Ireland.
Past guests have left Ireland extremely satisfied...
Every one of our guests loved every single day and we couldn’t have been more pleased with how it all came together.
Our tour was a unique one for our group and it was the perfect hybrid for everyone. The adventure activities were truly breathtaking and the people who didn’t want to do those activities were happy at the pubs and sleeping in...
We felt so lucky with what all we got to see and do and the fact that the weather was so good.
Edwina was amazing and we feel so lucky she was our guide and we got to spend the week with her showing us around your fantastic and beautiful country! We had multiple guests who cried when we came home because they didn’t want to leave and one who seriously is considering moving there.
Thank YOU for all you did in making the rest of our trip a huge success. You were a dream to work with and we hope to come back in the future! 😊
M.M., JULY 2022 (via email)
Our family just completed a Private Tour which was wonderful for all of us from age 9 to 76. The plan for our group met the need for variety and action.
Our guide, Rhys, rolled with whatever the day held... He made the trip interesting and was able to answer our historical queries and find great places for all 12 of us to eat together.
The tour you arranged for the north of Ireland allowed us to venture into stunning country on the coast. Our hikes were unforgettable and our son declared one to be the ‘best ever’. Every place held charm of its own...
The places you found for our accommodation were excellent. The grandkids, well, all of us, appreciated the castle stay... It was a magical setting.
PEGGY, JULY 2022 (via email)
The whole tour was one of the best tours we have been on.
From the beginning there were great updates provided of the culture and what to expect in Ireland.
We really liked the small bus tour versus a large bus.
Both guides, Brian and Eamonn were fantastic. They provided great stories, a ton of local knowledge and made the trip more enjoyable.
The people were fantastic, the food was great and the drinks were superb... Great scenery, great stops, great hotels...
We will recommend Vagabond to others here!
BOB, JULY 2022 (via Feefo)
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Springtime is a beautiful time to tour Ireland and right now is a great moment to start planning.
Enjoy 10% off all our scheduled Vagabond and Driftwood Tours departing in March and April 2023.