Top Ireland Half-day Tours - page 5

Trek the coastal paths of the Howth Peninsula without worrying about losing your way on this hiking tour. Follow your guide along the cliffs and through the woodlands of this area, stopping at scenic overlooks and areas of spectacular natural beauty. Listen as your guide's commentary takes you back through the millennia in Irish history, including tales about the Vikings, Normans, Druids, and Celts.

Be guided by an islander on the smallest of the Aran Islands and learn first hand about her story as a local on this island steeped in traditions and culture. Hear her story of growing up there, leaving, returning and witnessing all the changes and influences of the modern world on the Island while helping to keep all that is good in the traditions and culture alive.

Cycle the Donegal Coast on an e-bike that makes hills easy, and explore a route with towering cliffs, hidden bays, and beautiful headlands. It’s a self-guided tour, so there’s no fixed schedule and no group to keep pace with. That means plenty of time to stop along the way, explore road-side sights, and snap photos. Turn-by-turn directions ensure simple navigation and a stress-free day.

Venture into the Dublin Mountains to gain insight into Ireland’s famous pub culture during this small-group tour. Pay visits to smaller pubs in the countryside you'd easily have missed without your guide's itinerary, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere while listening to traditional Irish music. Sip on local drinks like craft beers and Irish whiskey; food is not included and is at your own expense.

Explore Dublin's local food scene with a private foodie guide on this half-day tour. Eat and drink your way through the city's restaurants and bars, featuring super-fresh seafood and locally brewed ales. Learn about Irish culinary culture and the history of traditional Irish cuisine through commentary and food tastings tailored to your preferences. This private tour ensures personalized attention and plenty of time to ask questions.

Discover the medieval history of Dublin on this private guided walking tour. Visit significant sites including Dublin Castle, the Chester Beatty Library (considered one of the best museums in Europe), Saint Patrick's Cathedral, St. Audoen's Church, Cook Street, and more. The tour itinerary can be customized based on the interests and needs of your group and you can upgrade to include a ticket to explore the interior or St. Patrick's.

On this private walking tour of Dublin, discover the city’s main sites, learn about its history, and experience the culture of Ireland's capital city. Wander the courtyard of Dublin Castle, visit Trinity College, and stroll the cobbled streets of the Temple Bar area. Every tour is customized according to your interests and needs. People with limited mobility can also be accommodated.

Experience Dublin like a local during this private tour which stops at Dublin highlights and hidden gems. This personalized experience includes a local snack and tickets for Dublin Castle or an alternative site if the castle is closed. The ideal introductory experience for those with limited time in the region, you won’t have to wait around for other travelers, you can go at your own pace, and you'll likely experience places that many travelers overlook.

Combine several types of sightseeing into one half-day tour in County Kerry. Explore this scenic part of Ireland by bus, boat, and cart all during one experience. See popular landmarks including the Gap of Dunloe, Ross Castle, and Old Weir Bridge. Check out a unique perspective of the lakes of Killarney during a boat ride. Add on a cart ride, pulled by a pony, if you choose.

Discover the stunning landscapes of Killarney without the crowds when you book this private sightseeing tour. Traverse the national park, taking in the Lakes of Killarney. Visit 'Ladies View' for panoramic vistas and explore key attractions like Torc Waterfall and Killarney House Gardens. Enjoy a guided tour through Killarney town and conclude with a photo stop at the picturesque Ross Castle and Aghadoe Heights.

Maximize time in Ireland with a private tour focused on the highlights of Killarney in County Kerry. Get picked up at the address of your choice in Killarney by a private driver and set out on a half-day tour. Visit top local sites including Torc Waterfall, Muckross House and Gardens, and Ross Castle, learning about history and culture along the way. The itinerary can also be customized according to your interests.

Discover picturesque Slea Head Drive, one of Ireland’s most scenic routes and part of the Dingle Peninsula, on this chauffeur-guided tour. Travel comfortably in a luxury vehicle as you visit historic sites such as Kilmalkedar Church, pass by villages and beaches, and take in stunning views of the Blasket Islands and the Skellig Islands.

The Gap of Dunloe Tour is a must do for visitors to Killarney. The ‘Adventure’ begins daily from our head office at O’Connor’s Pub, 7 High St., Killarney at 10:00am for check in. We can also collect clients from their accommodation in the Killarney area. Your journey begins with a bus trip to Kate Kearney’s Cottage or Ross Castle (recommended starting point for walkers as it allows more time). From here visitors make the 7 mile walk (please allow 2.5 to 3 hours for the walk). For those who do not wish to walk Jaunting cart’s are also available (at extra cost of €25 per person) to take the clients through the natural unspoilt beauty of the Black Valley, a walker’s paradise. Upon reaching Lord Brandon’s Cottage, there will be time to enjoy refreshments (not included) at the Cafe, before taking your boat trip through the Lakes of Killarney to Ross Castle where your bus will be waiting to take you back to Killarney. As noted, this tour can also be done in reverse.

Go hiking along the lakes of Glendalough at sunset during this guided walking and history tour. Meet your guide for a stroll in County Wicklow, south of Dublin, and get to know the beauty of the Irish countryside. Set out to see the sunset, a particularly active time for wildlife, and then continue exploring Glendalough in darkness (head lamps are provided for safe hiking). Complete the experience with stargazing after dark.

On this scenic tour around the Slea Head Drive we discover and take in astounding vistas and visit historical sites along the way. As well as improving your overall photography and composition with any camera or phone, I’m more than happy to use my own photo skills to take amazing photos of you in the gorgeous backdrop of the Dingle Peninsula.  Simply sit back, relax and enjoy this wonderful tour or if you’re capturing precious moments at the fabulous locations we’re visiting, I’ll provide tips and tuition on how to improve your holiday photography with any camera or phone. All our locations are easy to access with no strenuous walking or climbing! I’ve been a regular visitor to the Dingle Peninsula throughout my life as my mother was originally from Dingle. I’ve been living here for over 20 years and I have spent the best part of the last 30 years discovering great locations and the best spots to capture the beauty of the area as a local landscape photographer.

Cover all of the main highlights of the Dingle Peninsula as you embark on this half-day driving tour. Climb aboard your private vehicle and stop at several landmarks including Eask Tower, Ventry Beach, Dun Chaoin Pier, Gallarus Oratory, and the early monastic settlement of Riasc. While you explore, your driver sheds light on the history and culture of the area.

Take to two wheels, and check out the sights of County Donegal the fun way. This self-guided tour by electric bike helps you cover more ground comfortably, on a route of around three hours, with ease. After downloading an app, collect your e-bike near Bunbeg, and then set off on an adventure that takes in viewpoints, deserted villages, shipwrecks, and more.

Explore Dublin like you mean it—with a personal, local guide showing you the city’s greatest hits. Following their expert lead, you’ll travel from Christ Church Cathedral to Saint Stephen’s Green, from Temple Bar through the gates of Trinity College. After visiting the National Gallery of Ireland, you’ll wrap up the adventure at the Guinness Storehouse with a pint in hand, the way any adventure in Ireland should end.

Head out from Dingle for a wildlife-focused boat tour designed for nature lovers and photographers alike. Spotting dolphins, whales, seals, and seabirds depends on the day and season, but your experienced crew knows the best places to look. As you search the waves, soak in dramatic views of Dingle’s rugged coastline, towering cliffs, sea caves, and red sandstone formations. Recommended for ages 12 and over.

Make the most of your time in Dublin, even if you only have a few hours to spare—and discover the best of the city's sights and stories—on this comprehensive, private walking tour. Meet your guide directly at your centrally located hotel; then, set off on foot to explore. Discover sights like Temple Bar, St. Stephen's Green, the River Liffey, and Dublin Castle, and listen as your guide shares insider tales and history along the way.

Discover Galway’s dramatic scenery at your own pace on this full-day private guided tour. After meeting your driver-guide at your local hotel, head off for a customized exploration of some of the region’s most popular landmarks. Gaze at the panoramic vistas from the Cliffs of Moher, snap photos in front of the 16th-century Dunguaire Castle, visit a nearby Irish craft chocolate factory, and much more.

Explore beyond the Dublin city center on a private day trip to the fishing village of Howth. Meet your local guide at the departure point and set out on a full-day tour. After a short train ride, see the natural beauty Ireland is famous for in the seafront village of Howth. Visit several local landmarks including Howth Head, the Baily Lighthouse, and Howth Castle. Learn about history and folklore during this private tour, complete with fabulous views.

Swap crowded tour buses for a crowd-free and personalized experience of Kauai. This private tour of Kauai's south and west shores is just for you and your party so you'll have the flexibility to customize your itinerary so that you only visit places you want to see, from beaches and waterfalls to lookouts and wildlife reserves.

The Park Explorer Tour is the only half day tour of Killarney National Park. It is a great opportunity for families or those on a tight schedule to visit areas of the Park that they might not find themselves. The tours has 3 elements; a bus tour, a boat tour and a 5km walk through the National Park. Along the way, passengers will visit the monastic ruins on Innisfallen Island, the beautiful café in Dinis Cottage and have a chance to see the biggest bird of prey in Europe; the White Tailed Eagle. The walk through the National Park is on a road that is closed to any motor traffic and has Lake views on both sides. The walk is along a sealed, flat road and there is no rush because the bus has multiple departure times from Muckross House. At the end of the walk, passengers can enjoy exploring Muckross House and Gardens, have lunch at the lovely Restaurant before catching the bus back to Killarney (15 minutes), departure times are as follows: 1.02pm, 2.02pm, 3.02pm, 4.40pm, 5.30pm.