5 Beautiful National Parks of the Wild Atlantic Way
14th April 2020
Take a whirlwind tour of the Irish National Parks to be found along the Wild Atlantic Way. Make sure you read to the end for a special, bonus national park.
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Pancake Tuesday and Simple Irish Pancake Recipe
9th March 2020
Breakfast or dinner. Pancake Tuesday or National Pancake Day. Try this simple Irish pancake recipe anytime.
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The Most Scenic Places in Ireland You Must Visit
4th July 2022
Patchwork green fields. Dramatic coastlines. Rugged mountains. Here are some of the most scenic places in Ireland.
π World Heritage Sites
π Awesome National Parks
π Panoramic Peninsulas
π² Stupendously High Cliffs
π Spectacular Holy Sites
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What Happens On A 7 Day Castles & Kingdoms Ireland Tour?
24th March 2022
Do you want to visit castles in Ireland? Experience the breathtaking scenery of the Wild Atlantic Way? Jump aboard with Priscilla to share this 7 Day Ireland tour diary.
Move to any day by hitting the links below...
Day 1- Cliffs of Moher, The Burren & Galway City
Day 2 - Castle Stay, Sheep Farm Tour & Boat Trip
Day 3 - Touring Ring of Kerry, Valentia & Skellig Islands
Day 4 - A Magic Circle & A Horse Carriage Ride
Day 5 - Historic House Tour & Ancient Monuments
Day 6 - Meeting Michael, Exploring Kinsale & West Cork
Day 7 - Talkin' Blarney & Stormin' Cahir Castle
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8 Sustainable Travel Tips You Can Start Using Today
20th February 2024
How do I travel more sustainably? Lower your impact with these easy-to-do tips from Vagabond founder Rob.
Sustainable Travel Tips At A Glance
π§Say No To Disposable Coffee Cups
π«Avoid Single-Use Plastic Plastic
𧳠Travel Light, Buy Local
π€ Spend With Sustainable Businesses
π Use Public Transport & Avoid Tourist Traps
π³ Fly Green, Offset Your Emissions
π Practice Slow Travel
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What Happens On A Vagabond 7 Day Tour of Ireland?
16th November 2021
Take a deep breath! Your incredible 7 day tour of Ireland starts here. Get ready for flexible activities, friendly locals, stunning natural scenery and newfound travel buddies.
Jump to any day of the tour with these links:
π Day 1 - Dublin to Clare via Galway City
π Day 2 - Clare to Dingle
π» Day 3 - Free Day in Dingle
β°οΈDay 4 - Kerry and Portmagee
π Day 5 - Skellig Islands Tour
πΊοΈ Day 6 - The Beara and West Cork
π Day 7 - The Parting Glass
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What Happens On A Driftwood 6 Day Northern Ireland Tour?
14th February 2024
Are you yearning for mystery, magic and adventure? Jump onboard your Drifter tour vehicle to join expert tour guide Edwina for a incredible journey of discovery through Northern Ireland and Ireland's northwest.
Jump to any point in our day-by-day itinerary:
π Day 1 - Dublin to Mayo
π Day 2 - Mayo to Donegal
π³ Day 3 - Donegal to Derry
β°οΈ Day 4 - The Causeway Coast
π³οΈ Day 5 - Belfast to Strangford
π Day 6 - Strangford to Dublin
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Best Places To Go Biking in Ireland
5th April 2024
Want to know all about the best places to bike in Ireland? Ronan, our cycling-mad VagaGuide takes you on a spin through all things cycling.
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Is Ireland the Best Honeymoon Destination in Europe?
26th July 2023
Romance and adventure, great food and epic scenery. Choose Ireland for the perfect honeymoon destination, says Ireland expert John.
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BΓ©bhinn's Introduction to Irish Mythology Part 2
19th July 2022
Pull up a comfortable chair! VagaGuide and storyteller, BΓ©bhinn, is here to tell you some more classic stories from Irish mythology.
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BΓ©bhinn's Introduction to Irish Mythology Part 1
19th July 2022
Need a little magic in your day? Veteran VagaGuide and master storyteller BΓ©bhinn introduces some of her favourite myths and legends from Ireland.
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The Most Beautiful Places in Ireland
6th July 2020
Ireland is a wee country but you won't be able to see everything on your visit. Hereβs our list of the most beautiful places in Ireland to get you started.
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Was This The Best Ever Family Tour Of Ireland?
24th November 2021
Ride along with VagaGuide John as two lucky families experience the ultimate tour of southwestern Ireland and the Wild Atlantic Way.
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Hiking in Ireland: Timβs Guide
13th April 2022
Legendary VagaGuide Tim takes you on a ramble to his favourite Irish mountain trails, including his recommended equipment list and a general guide to hiking in Ireland.
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Travel Guide To Sligo: Not So Normal People & Extraordinary Places
23rd October 2023
Tour expert John is here with an updated 2024 travel guide to the famous characters and amazing locations that make Sligo β located in northwestern Ireland β such a special place.
π Sligo Is Located In Irelands' Northwest
βοΈ Discover Sligo's Famous Poets, Rebels & Artists
π Enjoy Scenic Mountain Landscapes
π₯Ύ Go Surfing Or Hike To Meet A Mythical Queen...
πΏ ...Then Soak In A Seaweed Bath
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Horseback Riding in Ireland
26th May 2020
Pony lover and intrepid VagaGuide Denise takes you on a gallop through the world of horseback riding in Ireland. Time to giddy up. Yeeee-haw!
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One Family Who Saw It All On Their Private Tour of Ireland
11th May 2020
VagaGuide John tells the story of the Davidson clanβs epic private tour to Ireland.
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The Best Cities in Ireland
6th September 2023
Though Ireland is rightly famous for its beautiful countryside, our cities boast their own charms. You will have heard of Dublin. But why stop there?
π‘οΈ Waterford: The Viking City
π Galway: The Friendly City
π° Kilkenny: The Marble City
𧱠Derry/Londonderry: The Walled City
ποΈ Cork: The Real Capital
π
Limerick: The Treaty City
π³οΈ Belfast: Home of the Titanic
π Dublin: The Big Smoke
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What Are Some Things The Irish Do Best?
14th March 2022
To celebrate Saint Patrick's Day 2024, John asked us to tell him - what are some things that the Irish are best in the world at?
If you can't get to Ireland for Saint Patty's Day, here are some really simple ways you can celebrate Irish culture.
Or anytime really!
β Drink Tea And Eat Crisps
πΏ Watch Irish TV & Movies
β°οΈ Soak Up Nature & Wildlife
π₯§ Cook Up Some Irish Comfort Food
π Learn Irish Dancing Or Listen To Live Irish Music
π° Read Irish History Or Literature
π Play Some Gaelic Sports
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Get The Latest Travel News For Our Tours Of Ireland
14th February 2022
Great news! Life in Ireland has returned to normal. The island is open for international travellers and society has fully reopened.
The Latest Ireland Travel News In A Nutshell π₯
π¬ Ireland Is Open For Travellers
π Almost All Restrictions Have Been Removed
β¬οΈ Northern Ireland Is Also Open For Business
π Ireland Excels In Vaccination Statistics
π These Vaccines Are Approved In The EU
π§Ύ You'll Need To Complete This Form Before Arrival
π Tests May Be Required When Returning Home. Here's How.
π§ͺ Testing Prior To Our Tours Is Not Required
π We've Made Your Tour Experience Even Safer (and the craic is guaranteed!)
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Rob Rankin Named New President of ITOA
19th February 2020
Vagabond Tours of Ireland founder Rob Rankin has been named new president of the Incoming Tour Operators Association (ITOA).
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