13 3-Day Experiences in Ireland Worth the Day

1.3-Day Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry, & Cliffs of Moher Rail tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 211 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $1,254Our pick

Travel from Dublin by reserved train and coach to Blarney Castle, Cobh, the Ring of Kerry, Bunratty Castle, the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, and Galway. You get two nights in Killarney with Irish breakfast, train hosts, driver-guides, and a packed schedule. Guides such as John, Norman, Bob, and Andy have earned especially strong praise.

“We had a great time. I would highly recommend this tour, it's an ambitious itinerary but it gives you the opportunity to see a lot. Our tour guide Bob was simply delightful! Thanks Bob for all of your insight and expertise.”

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2.3-Day Southern Ireland Tour Including Galway and Kerry from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 123 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $469

Travel from Dublin with Paddywagon Tours through Connemara, Galway, the Burren, the Cliffs of Moher, Dingle, Killarney National Park, and Adare. Your Irish driver-guide handles the long roads, while you get two nights of lodging, breakfasts, Wi-Fi, and time for walks, photos, pubs, and local sights.

“Danny is AWESOME! He made the best of a bad situation. We did not leave on a green, comfy seat paddywagon bus, we left in a bus with broken hard seats, no leg room, and bad airflow. My itinerary was changed 3 days prior to the trip due to races in Galway. Are the races not the same time each year?! So, my trip to Galway never happened. Instead, we stayed in Kilarrney the first night, I will never go back. my accommodations were awful. The second night in Alascue(?) was better, however, the water in the sink faucet came out black. I did love inch beach and the places…”

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3.Galway and Kerry 3-Day Budget Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 66 reviews · from $441Best value

Travel from Dublin to Galway, Connemara, the Burren, the Cliffs of Moher, and the Ring of Kerry by guided bus. You’ll sleep in hostels, B&Bs, or apartments, with breakfast included. Guides such as Ian, Steve, and Dan bring local stories and songs to the road, while Killarney offers free time and optional horse rides.

“I went on a 3 day Galway to killarny tour. I chose the hostel option, next time I’d choose the B and B. Hostel number 2 was not clean and as not many people chose the hostel option I was supposed to be out in a dorm with 3 other men. Being the only female I wasn’t comfortable with this. Our driver dan was more than helpful to assist me in finding an alternative solution in the town as he agreed with me. He did his very best and I was able to stay in a b n b for an extra 50€. The tour itself was very rushed as…”

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4.3-Day Northern Ireland Tour from Dublin: Giant’s Causeway & Titanic Experience

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 20 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $475

Travel from Dublin to Belfast, the Titanic Experience, the Dark Hedges, Giant’s Causeway, Derry, Dunluce Castle, Strandhill, and Galway over three days. You’ll ride in an air-conditioned coach, stay two nights in Belfast and Derry, and hear local insight from guides such as Freddy and Leigh. Hostel or B&B lodging lets you control the price.

“Freddie the guide was wonderful, but he had to drive and be our guide! We had 55 people, so it was crowded and pretty random seating. I think this tour should be recommended for people aged 18-30 because the focus was on hostels and B and Bs, and meeting for pub meals. Would not suggest it for older adults as there were lots of disadvantages.”

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5.3-Day Cork, Ring of Kerry, Ciffs of Moher Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 19 reviews · from $1,041

Travel from Dublin by train and coach through Cork, Blarney, Cobh, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Bunratty, the Cliffs of Moher, and Galway Bay. You get two nights in a Killarney bed-and-breakfast, guided touring in English, and a packed route led by guides such as David and Norman.

“Was wonderful. Our guide David was amazing with so many fun storied and good details along the way, we couldn't have asked for a better experience! He made the trip worth it and would love to do it all over again with him. Lovely time!”

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6.3-Day Cliffs of Moher, Connemara and Aran Islands Rail Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $1,134

Travel from Dublin to western Ireland by hosted train, coach, and ferry on a small-group tour capped at 10 people. You’ll visit Bunratty Castle, the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, Connemara, Kylemore Abbey, and Inis Mor, with two Galway nights, Irish breakfasts, reserved rail seats, and guides such as Brendan, Norman, and Mick helping with the connections.

“The guides were great as was the accommodation at this price point. I felt slightly mislead. The operator is something like First Class Railtours. The train portion was distinctly not First Class. The legroom on the bus was unbearable for person like me who is over 6’. I could not sit facing forwards and my back was sore from sitting in a twisted position all day. Heavier people would struggle too I would guess. The tour buses drop off and pick up on the side of the road after a short walk rather than in front of the hotel which other operators seem to manage. It is not ideal when…”

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7.3-Day West Coast Explorer from Dublin Including Admission

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $1,028Top rated

Spend three days crossing Ireland’s West Coast by air-conditioned mini-coach, with two nights in Galway. Visit the Burren, Cliffs of Moher, Cong, Kylemore Abbey, Connemara, Clonmacnoise, and Old Kilbeggan Distillery. A driver-guide such as Gerry, Neal, Martin Murphy, or Kieran brings the history and local stories to life.

“Our guide Neal was very attentive to our needs and those of other guests. The sites were awesome. His stories about Ireland history and culture were extremely informative. The hotel exceeded our expectations based on the description online. Breakfasts were very good, second day hotel offered menu cook to order rather buffet, The tour greatly exceeded our expectations in great part due to our guide. Ralph”

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8.Ireland: Blarney Castle, Kilkenny & Irish Whiskey 3-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12 reviews · from $788

Travel from Dublin in a 16-seat Mercedes minicoach to the Rock of Cashel, Midleton Whiskey Distillery, Blarney Castle, Kinsale, Cobh, Waterford, Kilkenny and Glendalough. An English-speaking guide handles the narrow roads, with two nights in locally owned B&Bs and time for walks, pubs and historic sites.

“The guide Marcus was very helpful and jovial. Wanted to see rural Ireland and this trip suited us. Love the arrangements done by Rabbie. The weather was an added bonus.”

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9.3-Day Dingle, Killarney and the Wild Atlantic Way Small-Group Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $795

Travel from Dublin to Ireland’s west coast in a Mercedes mini-coach limited to 16 people. Your driver-guide leads you through Glendalough, Adare, the Dingle Peninsula, Killarney and the Rock of Cashel, with two nights’ en-suite lodging and breakfast included.

“Tour guide Mark has been absolutely wonderful throughout the entire trip, always goes the extra mile to make sure everyone is comfortable and taken care of.”

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10.3-Day Blarney Castle, Kilkenny & Irish Whiskey Tour Inc Admission

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 8 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $971

Follow a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach from Dublin through southern Ireland, with Rock of Cashel, Blarney Castle, Kinsale, Waterford, Kilkenny and Glendalough. Your package includes two breakfasts, en-suite lodging, a professional driver-guide, and a whiskey distillery tour and tasting. Blarney Castle admission, meals, and most other entry fees cost extra.

“Three days packed with information, beautiful vistas, and fun. Smaller bus was good for the tight bog roads. Stephanie the Guide was knowledgeable, personable as well as an excellent driver.”

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11.3-Day Discover Northern Ireland Small-Group Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $847

Travel from Dublin to Northern Ireland in a Mercedes mini-coach with a maximum of 16 people. Visit Titanic Belfast, Mount Stewart, the Causeway Coastal Route, Giant’s Causeway, and Castle Ward, while guides such as Stephanie and Brian add useful context on local history and The Troubles. Two nights and breakfast are included.

“Our tour guide Stephanie brought Northern Ireland alive to us. The pace was unhurried…at all times our questions were answered, we were given enough time at each stop to absorb and enjoy new experiences. My cousin and I left the tour with a new understanding and appreciation for the history of Northern Ireland along with its beauty. Thank you Rabbie’s Tours and Stephanie.”

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12.3-Day Dingle, Killarney & the Wild Atlantic Way

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $684

Travel from Dublin in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with an English-speaking driver-guide. You’ll visit Glendalough, Adare, Dingle Peninsula, Inch Beach, Killarney National Park, Torc Waterfall, and the Rock of Cashel, with two nights in a local B&B or guesthouse.

“Wonderful driver and tour guide. Great story teller, accommodating, knowledgeable and super safe driver even with flooding and strong winds to contend with.”

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13.Ireland: 3-Day West Coast Explorer Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $867

Travel from Dublin to Galway and back in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach, with a driver-guide such as Stephanie. Walk the Cliffs of Moher, explore the Burren, visit Cong and Kylemore Abbey, follow Connemara’s Sky Road, and sample whiskey at Kilbeggan Distillery. Two nights in a local B&B or guesthouse are included.

“The Abby and the distillery the views where great and Stephanie was great”

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