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7 Day Treasure Ireland Sightseeing Tour

The Perfect Southern & West Coast of Ireland Tour

Explore the west coast of Ireland on our unforgettable 7 Day Driftwood Treasure Ireland Tour. This Treasure Ireland tour is perfect for anyone planning to explore as much of Ireland as possible in just one week.

Discover the rugged beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way, the world famous Cliffs of Moher, and the Beara Peninsula. Connect with the history of this ancient land by staying a night in a Connemara castle hotel.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Not enough words to describe the tour and if I could give 10 stars, I would. 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." Guest Review, October 2022

This is a Driftwood Tour. While the 7 day itinerary is packed full of activities, you'll enjoy free time for your own journeys of discovery.

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What's Included

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.

What's included in your trip?

A journey of discovery in a super-comfy, slick Mercedes Benz mini-coach
The services of a highly-trained and professional VagaGuide tour guide
7 full days on tour
6 nights' accommodation
6 delicious and filling hot Irish breakfasts
Most daily activities and visits (see Tour Options below for extras)
Live like lords and ladies with a one night stay in a castle
Entrance into the magnificent Blarney Castle and Gardens
Entrance into the epic Rock of Cashel
A working sheep farm experience
Entrance into Bantry House situated on the Wild Atlantic Way
Entrance into Aughnanure Castle
Shannon ferry tickets

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

Boat Trip in Dingle Bay
€10.00
Harbour cruise in Dingle Bay
Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride
€15.00
Scenic horse-drawn carriage ride around Killarney National Park

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I can’t recommend Vagabond highly enough. Fantastic!

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Vagabond is a class act from start to finish. Cannot say enough great things!
Product : Fantastic tour. Awesome guide!

25th Dec 2022

Stress free travel allowed us to sit back and enjoy the views.

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Would highly recommend Vagabond Tours. We have traveled quite extensively and appreciated letting someone else get us to the places we wanted to visit and share information about the history of Ireland. The hotels were lovely, the hosts worked hard to please and the itinerary was what we'd hoped for.
You will not be disappointed.
Product : Overall the route worked nicely, the van was comfortable and it was nice to have some storage area for a small bag or jacket. We had plenty of stops and got to enjoy a varied itinerary. The two guides we had were kind and really worked hard to make our trip enjoyable.
We didn't get to stay in Dingle which I'd looked forward to and misse…

Susan, 13th Dec 2022

A Perfect Way To Experience Ireland!

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Vagabond Tours is fantastic small group tour company! Professional guides were informative, friendly, and went above and beyond normal duties to make sure each traveler was extremely well taken care of. The numerous destinations and activities Vagabond offered had something for every age and ability. The accommodations were just top notch and the dining experiences, which ranged from perfect pub food to 5 star gourmet, only enhanced the entire trip. I highly recommend this company and will definitely be happy return traveler!
Product : Great mix of time to explore on your own with scheduled stops. Lots of “off the beaten path” sites and unexpected stops.

Patricia, 13th Dec 2022

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"SPECTACULAR TOUR"

7 Day sightseeing tour group in Ireland

I am so happy we decided to book a tour of Ireland with Vagabond Tours.

We wanted the perks of being on a small-group tour and being able to travel those narrow Irish roads to truly see "Ireland". Vagabond did not disappoint!

Our guide Brian was so knowledgeable, funny, a great story teller and singer, his upbeat personality and knowledge of history made the trip one of the best tours I've had in Europe. It was so much fun to meet our fellow passengers, the friendly people of Ireland and especially loved talking to the locals in the pubs.

Highlights included Blarney Castle and its gardens, sheep dog demonstration and feeding the baby lambs, Healy Pass, horse drawn ride in Killarney National Park, and finally all of the pubs!

SCsherriB, 1st June 2022

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"PROPS TO VAGABOND!"

7 Day sightseeing tour group in Ireland

As American citizens, we decided that driving on the left side of the road, navigating, and trying to enjoy the scenery was not the way we wanted to tour Ireland.

We are so glad we chose Vagabond to introduce us to Ireland. Having only 14 people on our tour allowed us the opportunity to customize the stops, ask questions along the way and get to know our fellow passengers.

We enjoyed both of our guides, Darren and Andrew. Both guides were raised in Ireland and shared an amazing amount of history and personal stories. We especially enjoyed stops at the sheep farm, our stay at the castle, the drive along Slea Head, and of course the Blarney Castle and Cliffs of Moher. So many photo ops! Many roads are narrow and winding so we were very happy to leave the driving to the pros.

Don't hesitate to book with Vagabond!

jhkatl, 23rd May 2022

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"AMAZING TRIP"

Aughnanure Castle in Ireland

As this was our 50th aniversary, Vagabond left several surprise gifts along our way, which we enjoyed and appreciated.

The group size was only 13 people, all of who were very nice and first-time travelers, like us

Our guide, Sian, was wealth of information. She must have kissed the Blarney Stone herself! She always had a bit of the history of where we were. A non-stop orator.

The weather was very cooperative. Only one rainy day (but bring a rain coat).

mikehK6355MJ, 3rd June 2022

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Photos

Scenic church and reflection of blue sky, clouds and mountains in the lake at Gougane Barra, Ireland

Stay in top quality hotels and scenic guesthouses

Pier in Roundstone with Connemara mountain range in background

Experience the savage beauty of Connemara

Dramatic shot of very small people standing on top of the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland

Visit the stunning Cliffs of Moher on the Wild Atlantic Way

Two horse-drawn jaunting carriages in Killarney National Park, Ireland

Take a horse-drawn carriage ride around Killarney National Park

Drifter tour vehicle stops on the scenic Healy Pass between Kerry and Cork

Cross from Kerry to Cork over the spectacular Healy Pass

Marvel at 5,000 year old dolmens in the Burren National Park

Scenic setting of 18th century Bantry House and Garden in West Cork, Ireland

Visit scenic 18th century Bantry House in wonderful West Cork

Master crystal craftsman Sean Daly in his studio in Dingle, Ireland

See Irish craft masters at work in their studios, like Sean Daly of Dingle Crystal

Accommodation

A 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!

Abbeyglen Castle Hotel

What makes Abbeyglen great is that it is a hotel that is marinated in character, charm, warmth and friendliness. It offers hospitality second to none where all our guests are treated to real Irish traditional hospitality that is accompanied by luxury, comfort, great food and entertainment.

"Our warm and friendly staff are always at hand to make your stay special, guaranteeing you an unforgettable experience."

The exterior view of the stunning Abbeyglen Castle Hotel at dusk with water fountain

Family posing for a picture with woman sitting on the throne in front of Abbeyglen Castle

Lahinch Coast Hotel, Clare

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.

Lahinch Coast Hotel in Clare - beach and golf course

Emlagh House, Kerry

This charming guesthouse has an excellent location on the fabulous Wild Atlantic Way in the lively town of Dingle. The ambience at Emlagh Country House is very special and the personal touch makes each visit a unique and memorable experience.

Emlagh House exterior a charming hotel for Ireland tours

Dingle Benners, Kerry

Rich heritage. Classic interiors. Award-winning food. Dingle’s most venerated accommodation business, Dingle Benners, boasts heritage spanning 350 years. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be captivated by old world charm and modern comfort. Centrally located, Dingle Benners is perfect for relaxing after a day of adventures in beautiful west Kerry.

The interior design of a main double room in the Dingle Benners Hotel

The traditional Irish interior of the Dingle Benners bar and Restaurant with a lighting fire

Glengarriff Park Hotel, Cork

You'll be instantly 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.

The main entrance to the Glengarriff Park Hotel entrance

The interior design of a double room in the Glengarriff Park Hotel with wine displayed also in the room

Eccles Hotel, Glengarriff, Cork

Situated in the quaint village of Glengarriff overlooking Bantry Bay, the Eccles Hotel is a beautiful hotel boasting over 250 years of history. Our olde worlde charm and stunning location on the beautiful Beara Peninsula in West Cork makes Eccles Hotel the perfect place to retreat to.

Gougane Barra Hotel, Cork

Gougane Barra Hotel is fifth generation family run hotel on the edge of Gougane Barra Lake run by Neil And Katy Lucey. They are tucked away in the mountains in a hidden and romantic glaciated valley in the South West of Ireland. The rooms either look out on the stunning lake or give great mountain views. The hotel is surrounded by forest with walking trails beginning at the front door.

"We like what we do and aim to look after you as best as we can, be welcome to make our home yours in Gougane Barra"

A stunning view of the Gougane Barra Chapel on the Lake with mountains in the background

View of Gougane Barra Hotel and the chapel on the side of the lake with the mountains in the background

Macroom Castle Hotel, Cork

The Buckley family extend a warm Irish welcome to the Castle Hotel in Macroom. This charming establishment has been in their capable hands for over 70 years (spanning three generations). The traditional market town of Macroom is nestled midway between Cork city and Killarney in Kerry. It offers the ideal base to explore southwest Ireland.

The exterior of Castle Hotel lit up as darkness falls on Macroom

The interior design of a triple room in the Castle Hotel with a breakfast displayed also in the room

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7 Day West Coast of Ireland Tour Highlights

See the Wild Atlantic Way and southwestern Ireland in a week, meeting friendly locals, natural scenery and Irish culture at every step.

Experience the world famous Cliffs of Moher.
Stay overnight in a Connemara castle hotel,.
Kiss the Blarney Stone to gain the "gift of the gab" - speaking as freely and eloquently as the locals!
Discover Irish crafts and "the craic" in Dingle, a harbour town of great charm and superb traditional pubs.
Enjoy a sheepdog demo on a working Irish sheep farm.
Stroll around Ireland's historic houses and quaint villages.

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Drifter tour vehicle at Hazel Mountain Chocolate in the Burren — Embark on your Irish journey of discovery aboard our slick Mercedes tour vehicle

Vagabond Group posing in front of Abbeyglen Castle Hotel in Ireland with a throne — Overnight at an Irish castle hotel

Day 1: Tour Connemara & Kylemore Abbey

Embark on your Irish journey of discovery from Dublin, bound for to Connemara.

Strike a John Wayne pose on the Quiet Man Bridge in Connemara.
Be amazed by stunning natural scenery on the shores of Killary Fjord.
See Kylemore Abbey, famed for its natural setting.
Expect royal treatment tonight at Abbeyglen Castle Hotel in the heart of Connemara.

The average driving time today is 4 hours 30 minutes.

Kylemore Abbey reflected in its lake — Tour Kylemore Abbey and Gardens – one of Ireland’s most beautiful historic buildings

Drifter tour vehicle with guests looking at a stunning Connemara landscape — See the savage beauty of Connemara's wind-bent trees, wild moorlands and dark lakes

Day 2: Castle Tour & Burren National Park

Witness the savage beauty of Connemara and the changing landscape of Clare.

Take a guided tour of 16th century Aughnanure castle, ancestral home to the ferocious O’Flahertys.
Marvel at 5,000 year old dolmens and the bewitching landscape of the Burren National Park.
We'll have a perfect photo opportunity at coastal Dunguaire Castle, just outside the pretty village of Kinvara.
Visit the city of the tribes – buzzing, bohemian Galway.
Accommodation tonight is in Lahinch Coast Hotel.

The average driving time today is 3 hours 30 minutes.

Aughnanure Castle tower — Take a guided tour of 16th century Aughnanure castle

Day 3: Cliffs of Moher & Sheep Farm Tour

Castles, cliffs and kingdoms as we move from Clare to Kerry.

Hold onto your hat! It's the 700ft high Cliffs of Moher.
Watch out for dolphins as we take a ferry across the mighty mouth of the Shannon – the longest river in Ireland or Britain!
Recount the extraordinary Antarctic exploits of Tom Crean at the South Pole Inn.
Roll into bustling Dingle just in time for a creamy pint of Guinness.
Enjoy traditional Irish warmth and comfort for the next two nights at Emlagh Country House.

The average driving time today is 3 hours 30 minutes.

Scenic Cliffs of Moher — Hold onto your hat! It's the 700ft high Cliffs of Moher

Three people sitting outside the South Pole Inn enjoying a pint — Recount the extraordinary Antarctic exploits of Tom Crean at the South Pole Inn.

Day 4: Scenic Coastal Drive & Boat Trip in Dingle

This morning is yours to design. Relax with down time in Dingle. Or partake of the following options:

Take a scenic boat ride around the gorgeous Dingle Bay (Tour Option - €15-20 per person).
Join master craftspeople for a guided tour of Sean Daly's Dingle Crystal workshop.
Stroll Dingle's streets for a quirky mix of craft studios, lively pubs, fantastic food, and traditional Irish music.
Jaw-dropping scenery and knife-edge drops are guaranteed on a leisurely drive around Slea Head.

The average driving time today is 1 hour 30 minutes.

Fungie the dolphin and a boat tour — Go dolphin spotting by boat in Dingle Bay

A group of guests posing on Slea Head in the sunshine overlooking the sea — Jaw-dropping natural scenery and knife edge drops on the Slea Head Drive

Day 5: Horse-Carriage Ride Through National Park

Time to travel along the Wild Atlantic Way from Dingle to the hotspots of the Iveragh Peninsula.

Enjoy a scenic drive along the southern Dingle Peninsula, with a beach stop at Inch Strand.
Take a horse-drawn ‘jaunting car’ around the magnificent Killarney National Park (Tour Option - €15 per person).
Amble the picturesque streets of quaint Kenmare.
Your accommodation tonight is at the Gougane Barra Hotel, or the Eccles Hotel, Glengarriff or the Glengarriff Park Hotel.

The average driving time today is 3 hours.

A group of guests jaunting in Killarney National Park — Take a horse-drawn ‘jaunting car’ around Killarney National Park

A group of guests sitting on a wall overlooking the Ring of Kerry — Tour the famous Ring of Kerry for scenic photo stops and craft shopping

Day 6: Historic House & Garden Tour by Boat

This morning we head out onto the rugged Beara Peninsula, heading into West Cork.

Rugged scenery from the twistiest road in Ireland - the Healy Pass.
Visit stately Bantry House, owned by the same family since the 18th century.
Watch for cheeky seals on the boat trip to Garnish Island and its Italianate formal gardens (Tour Option - €16 per person).
Accommodation and dinner tonight is at the family-owned Gougane Barra Hotel, or the Castle Hotel, Macroom.

The average driving time today is 3 hours.

Drifter tour vehicle exploring the Healy Pass — Rugged mountains and superb scenery on the wild Beara peninsula

Landscaped gardens on Garnish Island — Boat trip to Garnish Island and its beautiful gardens

Day 7: Kiss The Blarney Stone & Rock Of Cashel

Before we say goodbye, there’s still time for some of Ireland’s top highlights in Cork and Tipperary.

Trace the River Lee, passing patchwork fields, stone bridges and charming cottages.
Kiss the Blarney Stone amidst the lush surroundings of Blarney Castle Gardens.
See the epic Rock of Cashel, with its stunning natural setting and complex history.
Disembark your Drifter tour vehicle back at the Grand Canal Hotel in Dublin between 5-6pm

The average driving time today is 4 hours and 30 minutes.

A couple walking across the bridge in Blarney Gardens with Blarney Castle in the background — Kiss the Blarney Stone in the lush surroundings of Blarney Castle Gardens

A panoramic view of the Rock of Cashel and the fields surrounding it — See the epic Rock of Cashel with its cathedral, round tower and Celtic crosses

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**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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7 Day Treasure Ireland Sightseeing Tour

The Perfect Southern & West Coast of Ireland Tour

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Abbeyglen Castle Hotel

Lahinch Coast Hotel, Clare

Emlagh House, Kerry

Dingle Benners, Kerry

Glengarriff Park Hotel, Cork

Eccles Hotel, Glengarriff, Cork

Gougane Barra Hotel, Cork

Macroom Castle Hotel, Cork

7 Day West Coast of Ireland Tour Highlights

Day 1: Tour Connemara & Kylemore Abbey

Day 2: Castle Tour & Burren National Park

Day 3: Cliffs of Moher & Sheep Farm Tour

Day 4: Scenic Coastal Drive & Boat Trip in Dingle

Day 5: Horse-Carriage Ride Through National Park

Day 6: Historic House & Garden Tour by Boat

Day 7: Kiss The Blarney Stone & Rock Of Cashel

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