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5 Day Edge of the World Tour

Hike, Bike & Kayak To The Max

Our shortest, most affordable, most adventure-esque tour of southwestern Ireland.

Explore your way through the rolling hills and wild seas of southwestern Ireland in just 5 days. Unwind with fresh air, trail hikes and other activities along the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way touring route. S

See the Cliffs of Moher. Hike in the Burren. Taste lively nights and delicious food in Dingle. Get ready for friendly Irish locals and authentic culture by the bucket-load.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Our 5 Day Edge of the World Tour exceeded my expectations! Our guide Andrew was knowledgeable and humorous and we could not have asked for anything more. The places we went, the scenery we took in, the experiences we partook in, the food and company we enjoyed will be remembered always!" Guest Review - September 2022

From €1,246.50 pps* Single Supplement €175.50

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From €1,246.50* Per person sharing

*Price displayed is the discounted price for Mar, Apr and Oct.

If the date you want is full please contact us and we will do our best to accomodate you.

A €250 deposit per person is all we need to secure your tour online. All our departure dates are guaranteed.

**All tours are charged in EURO. Exchange rates quoted are online rates and may differ to the rate our payment partner Flywire and banks offer.

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What's Included

All Vagabond tours are flexible. Your 7 Day Vagabond World Tour of Ireland is no different.

Unmissable activities are included. Where there are great options, we’ve left the final decision up to you. Feel free to choose your evening meals and lunches. All additional tour options are marked clearly below.

What's included in your trip

5 full days off the beaten track adventure in a VagaTron 4x4 tour vehicle
Services of a highly-trained and professional VagaGuide tour guide
4 nights accommodation in 4 star hotels and boutique guesthouses
4 delicious and filling hot Irish breakfasts
Most daily activities and visits (see Tour Options below)
Entrance fee to Cliffs of Moher and Blarney Castle
Shannon Ferry tickets
All relevant taxes
Guaranteed departure and price from the moment you pay your deposit

All details of prices and suppliers listed here are correct at time of publication. Our suppliers occasionally increase prices for optional tour activities during the touring season. This is a rare occurence. In the unlikely event of a major price increase, we will do our utmost to update you.

Flexible and optional activities on tour

Surf Lesson in Kerry
€35.00
2 hour surf lesson on Castlegregory beach in Kerry
Horse Riding Dingle
€50.00
Ride a horse along a beach or up a mountain in Dingle
Boat Trip in Dingle Bay
€10.00
Harbour cruise in Dingle Bay
Sea Kayaking Dingle
€55.00
A guided sea kayaking session around beautiful Dingle Bay.
Traditional Rowing
€35.00
Row a traditional Naomhóg boat in Dingle Bay
Dingle Sea Safari
€65.00
Guided sea safari around the Dingle Peninsula by high-speed open boat.
Golf in Dingle
Variable
Play 18 holes at Dingle’s links course. All day activity.
Cycling Tour in Killarney
€40.00
Guided bike tour of Killarney National Park on road and paths. 3 hrs.

Vagabond, Always going that extra mile

Our tour prices do not include flights, travel insurance or Dublin accommodation

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Reviews

Feefo - 5 Day Edge Of The World Tour

Amazing time.

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It was a treat being able to tour the south of Ireland with Rob. I learned so much about the country and got to see so many behind-the-scenes areas of the country. What an experience.

Andrew, 8th Feb 2023

Vagabond is the way to go. Highly recommend!!

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We enjoyed our 5 day vagabond tour in September 2022!! Sean was our guide and we thought he did an amazing job accommodating the group. He was knowledgeable and shared just the right amount of details to enhance the trip. He was especially good at making everyone feel comfortable and like family. We will definitely be doing another trip.

Tina, 18th Nov 2022

Outstanding mom/daughter tour

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I highly recommend Vagabond tours! The guide was informative and humorous The accommodations top notch and activities were fantastic This tour exceeded my expectations
Product : Just wish we had more days to discover Ireland’s finest areas! All of the stops were fantastic The hikes were perfect lengths and difficulties The scenery was second to none The food and hotels were all amazing

Mary, 3rd Nov 2022

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"MOTHER/DAUGHTER TRIP"

Two horseback-riders on a 5 day active tour of Ireland

Our 5 day Edge of the World Vagabond tour exceeded my expectations!

Our guide Andrew was knowledgeable and humorous and we could not have asked for anything more!

The places we went, the scenery we took in, the experiences we partook in, the food and company we enjoyed will be remembered always!

MARY ANN, SEPT 2022

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Great small group tour of southwest Ireland!

Our guide, Sean, was fun, very knowledgeable, a great storyteller, and concerned for our enjoyment and safety. We especially enjoyed the off the beaten track itinerary, the daily hikes, the historic spots, the beautiful scenery and the lovely accommodations. I would recommend Vagabond without reservation.

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You won't be disappointed

If you are interested in small, intimate, active tours this group is for you... Wonderful group of 11 travel companions. Small out of the way accommodations... Some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. Fantastic music in pubs and a small concert in Dingle. Our guide Nick was awesome. So easy going and flexible. Gave the group alternatives and made us laugh through the entire visit.

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Tour guests biking with old building in Ireland

Hop on a guided bike tour of Killarney National Park

Tour guest at Kilkee cliffs on a active vacation in Ireland

Experience our favourite secret spots along the Wild Atlantic Way

Unforgettable bucket-list experiences like the stunning Cliffs of Moher

Tour the Slea Head Drive, one of Europe's most scenic and westernmost points. Photo credit: Mary Parker.

The VagaTron parked beside Annascaul lake in the sun

Travel in our rugged VagaTron Mercedes 4x4 tour vehicles

A musician playing the guitar in a pub in Dingle

Enjoy 2 nights of music and revelry in Dingle

A group of Vagabond guests laughing and smiling at the camera while dipping their feet in the atlantic

Stroll along Ireland's most beautiful strands with golden sand

The exterior of Cahir Castle and the river Suir

Gaze in awe at historical wonders like medieval Cahir Castle

Our guests picking up plastic on Ventry beach in Dingle

Give something back to Ireland with responsible tourism at the heart of this 5 day tour

Four guests getting ready to go kayaking in Dingle

Go sea kayaking across Dingle Bay

Accommodation

A hot shower after a mountain hike. A real fire. A pint. We assure you that wherever you stay with us, you’ll love it.

We put great effort into selecting accommodation on Vagabond tours. Your tour will overnight in locally-owned establishments (in some cases for generations). Receive a heartfelt welcome, often from the hoteliers themselves. No hotel chains here!

The Armada Hotel

Get ready for a beautiful sunset and a memorable stay.

The Armada Hotel is beautifully located on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean.

Dine in full view of Spanish Point's gorgeous beach.

Or kick back in front of a roaring fire at Johnny Burke's, the traditionally-themed pub at the Armada Hotel.

The exterior view of the Armada Hotel located on the Atlantic coastline with a beach at its front door

The interior design of a main room in the Armada Hotel with views of the beach

Dingle Harbour Lodge

Located only a 5 minute stroll from all of Dingle’s charming shops, craft studios and amenities, Dingle Harbour Lodge is an ideal base for Vagabond adventurers.

Overlooking Dingle Harbour, a warm Irish welcome awaits Vagabond guests.

All rooms are comfortable, feature ensuite bathrooms and are finished to high standard.

The exterior of Dingle Harbour Lodge painted in blue and white

The double room of the dingle harbour lodge

Glengarriff Park Hotel

You'll be charmed by the Glengarriff Park Hotel and its location at the heart of the wonderful village of Glengarriff.

Sandwiched between glittering blue seas and rugged mountains, the Glengarriff Park Hotel has 60 acres of parkland, botanical gardens and nature reserve right on its doorstep.

A warm welcome awaits you at this family-owned hotel, a perfect base for touring this hidden corner of West Cork with Vagabond and Driftwood Tours.

A beautiful lake with trees and a mountain in the background

The main entrance to the Glengarriff Park Hotel entrance

Itinerary

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5 Day Vagabond Edge of the World Tour Intro & Highlights

Visit Clare, Kerry and Cork; the must-see highlights along the Wild Atlantic Way touring route.
Casual hiker? Mountain fanatic? You’ll love the mix of both accessible and challenging hikes.
Choices galore. Select from a menu of adventure activities, like horseback-riding, sea kayaking, biking, rowing and surfing.
Be amazed by the depth of Irish history. Dance around mysterious stone circles and explore medieval castle ruins.
Explore two National Parks. Bike through Killarney and see Tolkien's inspiration for Middle Earth in The Burren.
Responsible Travel lies at the heart of this 5 day tour. Your experience directly benefits communities in lesser-explored parts of Ireland.
Learn and adhere to Leave No Trace principles while hiking on incredible mountain trails.
Our itineraries are fully flexible, so you can choose between bucket-list sights and more hideaway destinations.

Our Ireland tours regularly visit the Cliffs of Moher for beautiful sunsets like this — A sunset at the Cliffs of Moher

An amazing sunset over Spanish Point, Co.Clare.

Day 1: GALWAY CITY, THE BURREN & CLIFFS OF MOHER

Board your VagaTron Mercedes 4x4 tour vehicle in Dublin and hit the road, bound for Clare.

Galway city is our first stop. Expect colour, crafts and great lunch options.

Be dazzled by the majestic Cliffs of Moher (Fee Included).

Look out for castles and red-sailed Hooker boats on Galway Bay.

Hike through the bewitching beauty of the Burren National Park.

Accommodation tonight is at The Armada Hotel.

The average driving time today is 4 hours.

The picturesque Dunguaire Castle on Galway Bay.

Day 2: GUIDED FARM TOUR + DINGLE HIKE OR SURFING

Explore Clare and then enter Kerry, known in Ireland as 'The Kingdom'.

Start your day the right way, with Ireland's finest breakfast.

Cross the mighty river Shannon by ferry to enter Kerry (Fee Included).

Take a surf lesson or simply stroll the golden sands of Castlegregory (Tour Option).

Conquer Annascaul with a challenging hike in a glaciated valley.

Accommodation tonight is at Dingle Harbour Lodge.

The average driving time today is 3 hours 30 minutes.

A group of Vagabond guests hiking in Annascaul Valley

Four guests having a surf lesson on the beach

Day 3: FREE TIME TO EXPLORE DINGLE BY FOOT, BOAT OR HORSE

Get set for jaw-dropping natural scenery this morning on the Slea Head Drive.

The afternoon is yours to design. Relax and soak up Dingle’s charms with quality downtime or the following optional activities.

TOUR OPTIONS (Choose A, B, C)

A. Go horseback-riding on a beach or up a mountain.
B. Tour scenic Dingle Bay on a boat trip.
C. Guided sea kayaking on Dingle Bay.
D. Guided rowing experience in a traditional Naomhóg boat.
E. Golfers will enjoy Dingle’s 18-hole links course. All day activity.

Free time to discover the delights of Dingle's lively pubs and fantastic music scene.

Accommodation tonight is at Dingle Harbour Lodge.

The average driving time today is 1 hours 30 minutes.

The exterior of Dick Macks pub in Dingle

Day 4: GUIDED BIKE TOUR OF KILLARNEY NATIONAL PARK

Take a bike tour of Killarney National Park (Tour Option).
Look out for red deer herds in a native oak forest.
Explore ruins of 15th century Muckross Abbey.
Hike the Old Kenmare Road with steep grades and spectacular vistas.

Accommodation tonight is at The Glengarriff Park Hotel or The Seaview House Hotel.

The average driving time today is 2 hours 30 minutes.

Happy Vagabond tour guests wearing cycling helmets and jumping in Ireland

Beautiful Killarney National Park in the Sun

Day 5: TOUR CASTLES & KISS THE BLARNEY STONE

Beginning on the Beara peninsula, you're Dublin-bound, via Tipperary.

Kiss the Blarney Stone to gain the famous gift o' the gab (Fee Included).

Descend the Lee river valley through picturesque countryside.

Gaze in awe at medieval Cahir Castle (Fee Included).

Reach the Grand Canal Hotel in Dublin between 5-6pm. Farewell elbow bumps all round for your new VagaFriends!

The average driving time today is 4 hours 30 minutes.

A Vagabond group having fun laughing and smiling together

Two women and two men crossing the bridge in Blarney Gardens with Blarney Castle in the background

Dates+Availability

Lots of Space! Limited Spaces (4 or Less) Sorry, Fully Booked!

2023