


Take a fully-guided 7 day tour of wild valleys and quaint villages
The spectacular west and southwest of Ireland awaits you on this gently-paced Driftwood Journey of Discovery.
Discover the rugged natural beauty of Clare, Kerry and Cork, the lovely Cliffs of Moher, as well as hideaway places you won't find in guidebooks.
Connect with people, history and culture. Stay in a Connemara castle hotel, visit craft studios and enjoy ample free time.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "It was one of my best vacations! Ireland is sooo beautiful ... The tour with a small group was the best choice ... The itinerary was well planned, good hotels brilliantly located ... Our guide Philip took good care of us and all in all was an unforgettable experience. I will come back for another tour for sure!" Guest Review, Aug 2023
🔄 TOUR DIRECTION: This tour itinerary can run in either clockwise or counter-clockwise direction around Ireland.
We had a fabulous time on this tour! If you are thinking of booking Vagabond just DO IT! You won't regret it.
The coach was comfortable and safe. The stops we made were well-timed and amazing!
It was nice being in a small van rather than a big tour bus. We could unload quickly to see things and the van could get to places that a big tour bus could not.
The hotels chosen by Vagabond were very nice - all very comfortable.
VERIFIED GUEST, OCTOBER 2023
Our tour was very well-organized, adjusted well to weather challenges, allowed us to spend appropriate amounts of time in many different locations, and nurtured a positive spirit among the whole group.
We had two different tour guides ... and we loved them both! They answered our questions enthusiastically, met our needs well, and clearly wanted us to love Ireland as much as they do!
Breakfast in the hotel is definitely a good idea, and lunch and dinner on our own worked out fine. Highly recommended.
STEPHANIE, OCTOBER 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed the 7 Day Treasure Ireland Tour with Paddy as our wonderful guide.
Traveling in small groups provides great flexibility in traveling to places not accessible by the big tour groups.
Paddy made our group feel special as he was knowledgeable, humorous, helpful, compassionate, and well organized. He truly made this a trip of a lifetime.
The food and combinations were excellent ... I highly recommend vVagabond tours, and specifically, Paddy
VERIFIED GUEST, OCTOBER 2023
Find answers to questions about the 7 Day Driftwood Treasure Ireland itinerary.
Our most popular tour itineraries travel around Ireland in two directions; clockwise and counter-clockwise.
Apart from the direction, the itineraries are identical; both versions feature the same hotels, activities, guides, vehicles and pick-up/drop-off point in Dublin.
Read MoreAll of our tours leave from our pick-up/drop-off point at the Grand Canal Hotel in Dublin.
Our pick-up times from the Grand Canal Hotel vary by tour:
Read MoreAll of our tours are fully guided by our team of expert driver guides.
We call them VagaGuides.
Read MoreWe always put guest safety first on Vagabond Cultural Adventures.
For this reason, when engaging in kayaking and horseback-riding activities, the following personal weight limits apply:
🐴 Horseback-Riding
Male weight limit: 238lbs / 17 stone / 108kg
Female weight limit: 225lbs / 16 stone / 102kg
🛶 Kayaking
Per person Double Kayak weight limit: 110kg / 17.5 stone / 245lbs
Total Double Kayak weight limit for 2 guests: 190kg / 30 stone / 420lbs
Per person Single Kayak weight limit: 92kg / 14.5 stone / 200lbs.
Similar Questions
Yes, we do operate a limit on luggage.
Owing to the compact nature of our small-group tour vehicles, your luggage limit is one suitcase per person (no bigger than 30” or 75cm along their longest side).
Read MoreTo help you plan your return flights, here are the days and times that our tours return to Dublin.
The return point for all tours is Dublin's Grand Canal Hotel
Read MoreDingle is one of our favourite small towns in Ireland. We know you'll love it too!
The following 8 tour itineraries stop in Dingle.
Read MoreServiced laundry facilities are available on tours that stay 2 nights in the following towns:
Yes, all hotel rooms on Vagabond and Driftwood Tours of Ireland are ensuite.
Expect your own separate bathroom with toilet, sink and shower and/or bath.
Similar QuestionsThe answer depends on which tour style you have chosen.
Driftwood vehicles have space for luggage onboard. Vagabond vehicles tow a trailer.
Read MoreGarnish Island features a beautiful formal garden, warm microclimate and Martello Tower. It is located in a sheltered bay near Glengarriff in Cork.
The following Driftwood Journeys of Discovery feature a Garnish Island Boat Trip Option:
Read MoreA hot shower after a woodland stroll. 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 Driftwood 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!
Fan of champagne and history?
You’re about to experience both!
Get ready for a generous serving of real Irish hospitality at the Abbeyglen Castle Hotel.
Enjoy complimentary bubbles as well as storytelling in the piano bar before an atmospheric dining experience.
In your well-appointed and castle-themed room, you'll relax and recuperate before another fun day of activities in the stunning Connemara region.
Sandwiched between gorgeous Spanish Point and the spectacular Cliffs of Moher, Lahinch is perfectly placed for you to enjoy the Wild Atlantic Way.
The Lahinch Coast Hotel is a bright, spacious and contemporary space located only a stone's throw away from a beautiful sandy beach.
Dine on delicious Irish food, avail of the hotel swimming pool and then fall asleep in your cosy room to the sound of crashing Atlantic waves.
Emlagh Country House is a charming guesthouse boasting an excellent location in the lively town of Dingle.
Our guests always make the point of expressing their love for this hotel in their reviews and correspondence post-tour.
The ambience at Emlagh Country House is a very special one, with the personal touch from its owners making each visit a unique and memorable experience.
Seaview House is a characterful country house located in the quiet village of Ballylickey at the heart of West Cork.
Follow the garden path to explore the well-tended gardens.
Smell the sea air from nearby Bantry Bay.
This is your home away from home while exploring southwestern Ireland with Driftwood Tours.
Gaze out across Bantry Bay from the landmark Maritime Hotel.
Enjoy the spa facilities and delicious dining on offer here in West Cork.
Nearby, you can take a stroll down by the waters of Bantry Bay and aroundthe characterful town of Bantry.
Several of our 7 Day Driftwood Treasure Ireland Tour departures drop into the Maritime Hotel.
Gougane Barra Hotel is a family-run establishment, spectacularly located in Cork, on the edge of a lake.
Rob discovered this magical place on the very first Vagabond tour, way back in 2002!
Neil and Katy Lucey's hotel has been delighting our tour guests ever since.
Many of our Vagabond and Driftwood Tours visit Gougane Barra when passing through the southwest.
Expect a warm Irish welcome at the Castle Hotel in Cork.
This comfortable hotel has been managed by the Buckley family for 3 generations.
It's a great place to unwind after a full day of adventures on Vagabond & Driftwood tours.
All Driftwood tours are flexible. Your 7 Day Driftwood Treasure Ireland Tour 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.
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.
** Cash is required for this activity. No card payment available.
Embark on your Irish journey of discovery from Dublin, bound for to Connemara.
Accommodation tonight is at The Abbeyglen Castle Hotel.
The average driving time today is 4 hours 30 minutes.
Witness the savage beauty of Connemara and the changing landscape of Clare.
Accommodation tonight is at The Lahinch Coast Hotel.
The average driving time today is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Castles, cliffs and kingdoms as we move from Clare to Kerry.
Accommodation tonight is at Emlagh House.
The average driving time today is 3 hours 30 minutes.
This morning is yours to design. Relax with down time in Dingle. Or partake of the following options:
Accommodation tonight is at Emlagh House.
The average driving time today is 1 hours 30 minutes.
Time to travel along the Wild Atlantic Way from Dingle to the hotspots of the Iveragh Peninsula.
Accommodation tonight is at The Seaview House Hotel or The Maritime Hotel.
The average driving time today is 3 hours.
This morning we head out onto the rugged Beara Peninsula, heading into West Cork.
Accommodation tonight is at The Gougane Barra Hotel or The Castle Hotel Macroom.
The average driving time today is 3 hours.
Before we say goodbye, there’s still time for some of Ireland’s top highlights in Cork and Tipperary.
The average driving time today is 4 hours 30 minutes.