


Strap yourself in for a wild and adventurous tour of the west and southwest of Ireland.
If you have 7 days in Ireland, then our World Tour is perfect. You'll travel in style, laughing all the way. And, because this is a Vagabond Cultural Adventure, expect fresh air and physical activity alongside unforgettable history and culture.
Expect 7 days of challenging hikes, surf, sea kayaks and horseback-riding. Not forgetting the Cliffs of Moher, a cruise around the Skellig Islands, ancient ring forts, Killarney National Park and two nights of live music and pubs in Dingle.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Just completed the 7 Day World Tour with Paddy, who was great. He shared stories and history and facts along the way ... The hotels were all really cute. And it was just the right mix of scheduled activities and reservations and free time ... I would highly recommend the company. And Paddy 😊" Guest Review - Aug 2023
🔄 TOUR DIRECTION: This tour itinerary can run in either clockwise or counter-clockwise direction around Ireland.
This was our first multiple day tour so when we starting searching we knew we didn’t want to be on a huge bus with lots of people. We couldn’t have made a better choice then Vagabond.
Both our guides Brian and Mark were just wonderful! They were personable, had great sense of humor, they were very informative and their singing was top notch!!
We loved the fact that we were able to go places that larger groups couldn’t we met so many amazing local people and stayed at some great places — even a castle!
We had a great group of just 15 people so we were able to get to know each other which was wonderful.
KATHY, MAY 2022
My mother and I had the dream trip to Ireland and got home just about a week ago.
Vagabond was fantastic to work with. Many tour options from active to more laid back. We chose the more active option.
Alan was a great tour guide on our off the beaten track adventure. There was a mix of lovely accommodations, most of them right on the water. We visited some lively towns and some that were tucked away.
Ireland is magical and I would highly recommend Vagabond Tours for your visit. You will not regret it.
KRISSY, JUNE 2022
This was the trip of a lifetime.
Vagabond is an outstanding company that knows how to provide customers with extraordinary service and expertise.
The 7 Day World Tour was the perfect amount of days to travel and see lots of Southern Ireland.
The views are unmatched and the service is unbeatable.
DERRICK, JULY 2022
Find answers to questions about the 7 Day Vagabond World Tour of 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 MoreWhether you're planning to land on Skellig Michael or simply cruise around both Skellig Islands, the boats you travel on will be similar in size and structure.
The boats are roughly 9 metres / 30 feet long. Though powerful, they are open-decked vessels with little or no protection for our guests from rain, waves and spray.
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 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 MoreA 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. No large, impersonal hotels here! Your tour will overnight in locally-owned establishments (in some cases for generations). Receive a heartfelt welcome, often from the hoteliers themselves.
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 beach. The menu at Aileen's Restauarnt features local food, artisan food producers and dishes with herbs and vegetables from the Armada Farm.
After dinner, kick back in front of a roaring fire at Johnny Burke's, the traditionally-themed pub.
Imagine waking up to a traditional Irish breakfast with spectacular views over Dingle Bay.
Now make that dream a reality at the Dingle Skellig Hotel.
Just a short stroll from the centre of Dingle town, this is the perfect base for enjoying the charms of Dingle and its wild and beautiful surrounding countryside.
The only dilemma facing you at the Dingle Skellig is whether to unwind in the bar first or soak in the rooftop hot tub!
Literally 30 seconds walk from the pier, The Moorings Guesthouse is well-named!
The Moorings lies at the heart of this tiny but characterful village in remote West Kerry.
Gerard and Patricia Kennedy’s warm welcome and delicious home-cooked food is a great way to end a day’s adventuring.
There’s simply nowhere better to base yourself when you are exploring the Ring of Kerry with Vagabond & Driftwood Small-Group Tours.
You just can’t beat Irish hospitality!
The Jones family have been welcoming guests to The Coachmans Townhouse since 1969.
The Coachmans is located at the heart of the small town of Kenmare. When you stay here with Vagabond & Driftwood Tours, speciality shops, music venues and great restaurants are only a few footsteps away.
Music-lovers, take note that the pub in the Coachmans frequently hosts live performances by traditional musicians. Not to be missed!
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 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. Please read the Activities & Fitness FAQs for further information.
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.
Begin your cultural adventure from Dublin heading to Clare via Galway.
Accommodation tonight is at The Armada Hotel.
The average driving time today is 4 hours 30 minutes.
Accommodation tonight is at Dingle Skellig Hotel.
The average driving time today is 3 hours 30 minutes.
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, D, E or F):
Accommodation tonight is at Dingle Skellig Hotel.
Accommodation tonight is at The Moorings Portmagee.
The average driving time today is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Accommodation tonight is at The Coachman's Townhouse.
The average driving time today is 2 hours.
This morning, we head out onto the Beara, a wild peninsula split between the counties of Cork and Kerry.
Accommodation tonight is at The Gougane Barra Hotel or The Castle Hotel Macroom.
The average driving time today is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Turning homeward, your tour will visit Cork and Tipperary before returning to Dublin.
The average driving time today is 4 hours 30 minutes.