Top Ireland Day Trips - page 4

This tour was one of the most memorable parts of our trip. From the start, our guide Jonathan made us feel welcome, comfortable, and excited to explore. His passion for the history, culture, and local traditions was infectious, and his stories truly brought each place to life. He was also incredibly funny, keeping us smiling and laughing throughout. A particularly special moment was when Jonathan sang an Irish song about the Easter rising—it added such a heartfelt, authentic touch and made the experience even more unforgettable.( I visited Kilmainham Gohl the day before so it was really deep emotionally when I heard his song) What stood out most was how much he genuinely cared about everyone having a great experience. He was patient, kind, and always happy to answer questions or share insights you wouldn’t find in a guidebook. It felt like being shown around by a friend who loves his home and wanted us to love it too. Thank you for giving us more than just a tour—you gave us lasting memories. We’ll always remember this experience with a smile and can’t recommend it highly enough. If we return, we would choose this tour again without hesitation.

We enjoyed every moment of this tour. Gary is not only an excellent driver navigating the narrow, winding roads, but, also, an amazing tour guide sharing wonderful stories, Irish lore, and historical information with humor and wit. Also, those of us with motion sickness, he provided a secret remedy, which really worked. This was an outstanding tour and I highly recommend it.

We had a beautiful sunny day to visit the island and it was perfect weather to enjoy the view from the water of the Cliffs of Moher too! The ferry loading/unloading was efficient and the ride was enjoyable. Definitely have a plan for what you want to do when you get to the island . There are a lot of great options and not enough time for all. We did a great hike with beautiful views and had time for beers before heading back.

There was so much packed into this tour: neolithic sites from 5,000 B.C., sacred Celtic gathering places, an 850-year-old castle, an atmospheric medieval abbey, and even a whiskey demonstration! Yet we had time to do it all somehow, even with a relaxing sit-down lunch in a lovely village. Our guide Mick's enthusiasm for Irish history made this tour unforgettable.

The Wicklow Mountains are amazingly beautiful. I loved just getting off the bus and looking in all directions. The gardens and grounds at Powerscourt is stunning. Our guide Linda was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I would say that when in Ireland these sites should not be overlooked.

A must-do tour in Ireland, especially for the breathtaking views of the Cliffs of Moher from the Atlantic Ocean. Our guide, Phil, (Wild Atlantic Tours)was outstanding—not only did he explain the significance of the places we visited, but he also shared fascinating insights into Ireland's language, culture, and history during the drive. The tour was very well organized. We left Galway at 9:00 AM, reached Doolin around 11:00 AM, and boarded the ferry. The weather was sunny and pleasant, and the sea was calm, making for a smooth crossing. After reading other reviews, I came prepared with motion sickness tablets and ginger chews, but fortunately didn't need either. We arrived at Inis Oirr around 11:30 AM. Visitors could explore the island on foot, by bicycle, or by horse-drawn carriage. We chose the horse-drawn carriage, which took us around the island with stops at the shipwreck and the castle. The driver dropped us near the castle, and although there was a short uphill walk to the ruins, it was quite manageable. After spending some time taking photos, we walked back to the ferry terminal in about 10 minutes along a paved road. There were several restaurants near the terminal, making it easy to grab a quick lunch. The ferry departed around 1:45 PM for the highlight of the tour—the Cliffs of Moher. Seeing the cliffs from the sea was simply unforgettable. With puffins flying around the towering cliffs, the scenery was spectacular. After cruising along the cliffs for about 30 minutes, we returned to Doolin around 3:00 PM. The ferry had multiple passenger decks, restrooms, a small café, and felt very safe throughout the journey. The coach then took us to the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre, arriving around 3:30 PM. There were several cafés, gift shops, and plenty of vegetarian food options. A short walk brought us to the cliff-top viewing area, where we enjoyed a completely different perspective of the cliffs. While both views were impressive, my personal favorite was the view from the water. We left the cliffs around 4:30 PM and returned to Galway via the scenic coastal road, passing numerous castles along the way. We stopped briefly for coffee—this is the place to try Irish coffee if you're interested, although I wasn't particularly impressed. We arrived back in Galway around 7:00 PM after an exciting and memorable day. Overall, this was one of the best tours of our Ireland trip and one I would highly recommend.

The half-day tour to the Wicklow Mountains and Glendalough was beautiful and well worth it. The scenery was stunning. You have two hours to explore on your own. While there's much more to see than you can fit into two hours, it's enough to enjoy the main highlights and get a great impression of this beautiful place. Paddywagon was very well organized, which made the whole experience easy and enjoyable. As a solo traveler, I felt comfortable throughout the trip. I would definitely recommend this tour.

After a bit of a difficult start as the driver was delayed due to traffic and we had to make up time, we had a fun day exploring Ireland. The driver Brian was so knowledgeable about each of our stops and telling us about Ireland. He was even witty with a dry sense of humor.