- Tours
12 Day Giant Irish AdventureThe best tour of Ireland in the world. From the north east tip to the south west of Ireland this is an epic 12 day adventure.
8 Day Tour Wild Irish RoverIts wild, its Irish and its roving! Covering the south west and west of Ireland, including the Aran Islands and a night in a castle.
7 day World Tour of IrelandA fantastic & comprehensive tour of the south west and west of Ireland. Combining off the beaten track exploring & Irish highlights.
7 day North by North West tourCovering the best of Northern Ireland and the Northwest and West of the Republic. Highlights such as the Giants Causeway and the Cliffs of Moher.
6 day tour To The Edge of The WorldA great introduction to Ireland, covering the stunning south west of Ireland including Cork & Kerry, an area once thought to be the edge of the World.
5 Day Northern Ireland TourGround breaking tour covering Northern & North West Ireland, a terrific mix of adventure, scenery and fascinating history.
Family and Private Group ToursTailor make your own tour superb personalised experience. We are here to help advise you on some of the great options available.
Luxury Tours of IrelandThe fun and informal, yet luxurious way to see Ireland.
- About Us
About Vagabond Tours IrelandVagabond is the perfect small-group vacation for people who don´t want a coach tour but still want to fully experience Ireland.
AccommodationA vital component of Vagabond is the effort we put in to finding accommodation that is just right.
ActivitiesOne of the best aspects of the Vagabond tour experience is getting out into the countryside and enjoying the cleanest air in Europe.
GuidesEvery Vagabond tour of Ireland is led by one of our award-winning team of guides.
IrelandIt is a unique country, loved by those who live here and yearned for by millions around the world...
Sustainable travelVagabond is committed to a code of best practice in our relationship with the environment and with the communities we visit.
VehiclesThis is not a bus tour of Ireland, it´s a four wheel drive adventure using a unique type of Land-Rover minibus - the legendary Vagatrons!
- Amazing Memories
customer_galleryThank you to all Vagabonds who have sent us your photos.
Customer FeedbackWe would like to say thank you very much to everyone who has travelled with Vagabond and thank you also for your kind words.
Press and awardsWe have won awards, been written about in the papers, featured on TV and even done some modelling!
Memberships & AffiliationsProfessional organisations which Vagabond Tours are a member of.
Visit the Aran IslandsIn true Vagabond style we have created a fantastic full day adventure which takes you to one of Ireland’s treasures, the Aran Islands.
Stay in an Irish CastleThere is nothing quite like spending a night in a castle to take you back in time.
- Book a Tour
Book a TourThank you for choosing to book a Vagabond tour, we really look forward to showing you around Ireland
Special OffersCheck out our special offers for 2013 - the year of The Gathering
- Contact
Contact DetailsNo question is to small, we would love to hear from you and answer any queries or question you may have.
FAQsYou might find this page handy as point of reference.
Links
Here are some links to useful websites.
Irish Tourist Board Websites
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Failte IrelandFáilte Ireland, the National Tourism Development Authority, established under the National Tourism Development Authority Act, 2003, brings together and builds on the functions previously discharged by Bord Fáilte and CERT. The organisation provides strategic and practical support to develop and sustain Ireland as a high-quality and competitive tourist destination. |
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Dublin TourismThe official online tourist office for Dublin. Here you’ll find Dublin hotels, and other accommodation in our Dublin accommodation section. You’ll also find visitor information on a range of topics such as events, tours, museums and galleries, restaurants and, as you’d expect in the home of Guinness, pubs. |
Organisations that have presented Awards to Vagabond Tours |
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Shell LiveWIRE AwardsVagabond winner of 2003 ‘Best Customer Focussed Company’ |
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Failte Ireland- Irish Welcome AwardsThree Times Winner of the Irish Welcome ‘Merit’ Awards (Mark Connolly, 2005 and Dave O’Connor and Rob Rankin, 2006) |
Irish Sites of Interest |
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Sligo HeritageAn excellent site dedicated to the history and culture of Sligo and the surrounding area of North West ireland. An area with so much to offer and often visited by Vagabond, but still remaining (pleasantly) off the main beaten track. |
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Viking Splash Tours of DublinFun filled land and water based tours of Dublin using WW2 DUKW amphibious vehicles. A brilliant way to see the city |
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Sea safariSea safari is a unique and unforgettable experience, fast becoming one of Dublin’s primary tourism attractions. Our safaris combine the pure excitement and adventure with the opportunity of discovering Ireland’s rich bird and sealife.Sea safari is a unique and unforgettable experience, fast becoming one of Dublin’s primary tourism attractions. Our safaris combine the pure excitement and adventure with the opportunity of discovering Ireland’s rich bird and sealife. |
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The Irish HeraldThe Irish Herald is the oldest Irish newspaper on the West Coast. Founded in 1962, the free monthly paper has provided the Irish community with an invaluable service. |
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Philip Pankov PhotographyOne of Ireland’s top photographers, Philip works in Black and white to produce stunning images of various aspects of Ireland including scenery, pubs and Ireland’s natural history. Looking at Ireland in black and white can’t help but remind us of the history and traditions of Ireland. Beautiful. |
Quality General Travel and Tours Sites |
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Itravelnet.comInternational Travel Directory Description: Comprehensive directory for travel related web sites. Destination guides, travel news and travelogues. Book cheap airfares, discount hotels and car hire. |
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Touristlclick.comA comprehensive Travel resource, Find a travel site and service locally |
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RiptraxComprehensive Travel site covering everything from tours to cruises. |
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TripadvisorProbably the worlds number one travel feedback site. For reviews on anywhere you want to go or do, Tripadvisor is a must. (There are even a few reviews of vagabond on there). |
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Travel QuestSpecialist holiday and travel directory – endless ideas for activity and adventure holidays and vacations – offering human edited links to sports breaks, adventure and special interest holidays from independent specialist holiday companies – in the UK, Europe, North America and World-wide. |
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TravellerspointTravel Guide & Community – Active online community of international travellers. Travellerspoint features a wiki travel guide, forums, blogs, photography, interactive trip maps, accommodation and more. You can also search for review of Vagabond here. |
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Tours.comTours.com is a free information resource specializing in tours and vacations and related services. Their tour database is searchable by destination, activity, key words or tour operator. Think of us as your first destination for information about tours and vacations. The editors strive to provide unbiased, comprehensive & timely information on leisure travel. |
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ManzacFantastic self-catering accommodation in the south of France. A beatufiully restored french farm house offering luxury self-catering ‘gites’ for up to 22 guests. Three rural, self catering holiday gites/cottages with large saltwater swimming pool and panoramic views of the Pyrenees. |
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Islay Birding and BushcraftSmall group tours of the island of Islay, off the west coast of Scotland. A unique place and a brilliant way to experience the wilderness of the Scottish Highlands and islands. |
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Bugbitten.comExplore the adventure travel guide for Ireland written by adventurous travellers who have experienced it and shared their blogs, photos, recommendations and videos |
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Black Sheep Touring CompanyBlack Sheep Touring Company specializes in flexible, small-group travel to New Zealand. Our tours are designed for the active traveler who wishes to experience the splendor of New Zealand beyond the tour bus window. |
