The 7 4-Day Experiences in Ireland to Book First

1.4-Day South West Ireland Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 112 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $603Our pick

Travel from Dublin through Connemara, Galway, the Burren, the Cliffs of Moher, Dingle, Killarney, and Blarney. A professional driver-guide such as Danny or Vincent handles the narrow roads, while you enjoy three nights of accommodation, two breakfasts, WiFi, and plenty of free time in Ireland’s towns and villages.

“Excellent tour. The driver/guide, Vincent, was very entertaining, knowledgeable and helpful. We had a terrific time in Ireland.”

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2.4-Day Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher & Connemara

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 60 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $1,587

Travel from Dublin by reserved rail and coach to Blarney Castle, Cobh, the Ring of Kerry, Bunratty, the Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara. You get three nights of accommodation, Irish breakfasts, admissions and driver-guides. Guides such as Norman, Jonathan and Bob have been praised for their stories and good humor, but expect long days and several transfers.

“I was surprised how well organized and coordinated this 4 day trip was for me. From the representative at the train station to each location we visited everything was great. I specifically thought the Galway hotel was in a great location adjacent to the pedestrian street, music and restaurants. The Killarney B&B was quirky - but clean with an outstanding breakfast in a good location. I was pleased with each day of the trip and definitely recommend.”

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3.4-Day Cork, Ring of Kerry, Dingle, Cliffs of Moher and Galway Bay Rail Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 48 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $1,743

Travel from Dublin by hosted train and coach to Cork, Blarney Castle, Cobh, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Dingle, the Cliffs of Moher and Galway Bay. Expect three nights in Killarney, Irish breakfasts, reserved train seats, and guides such as Brian, Jonathan, Norman, or Morris, subject to assignment.

“Very interesting tour and lovely areas to visit!! The tour guide on the Ring of Kerry was absolutely fantastic. My only wish was to have been allowed more time to spend in each area as opposed to short stops. I do highly recommend the trip and staying in B and Bs. Beauty's Home in Killarney was so welcoming!!”

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4.South Western Ireland: 4 Days from Galway to Kerry

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 47 reviews · from $566

Travel from Dublin through Connemara, Galway, the Burren, the Cliffs of Moher, Dingle, Killarney, Blarney Castle, and Rock of Dunamase. English-speaking guides such as Vincent, Michael, Dermitt, and Danny add stories and flexibility. Breakfast, transport, accommodation, and entrance fees are included.

“Paddywagon Tours was a Wonderful way to visit Ireland. Our tour guides Michael, Dermitt & Amazing Vincent were Helpful, Informative & Lots of Fun. We traveled from Dublin across Ireland to Connemara, Galway, Cliffs of Moher, Dingle Peninsula, Dingle, Kilarney & Kissed the Blarney Stone at the Castle. Accommodations on the Economy Package were Clean, Cozy & Modern. And Veronica from Paddywagon was helpful with a small issue that we had. Such a Great trip with a nice group of people that we met on the bus! Thank You!Read more”

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5.Luxury ‘Luck of the Irish’ Tour – 4 Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 4 days (approx.) Top rated

Travel from Dublin by train, then explore southwest Ireland with a private Failte Ireland qualified guide in an executive Mercedes vehicle. Gerard R. is one named guide associated with the experience. Expect flexible pacing, Blarney Castle, Dingle, the Ring of Kerry, Skellig Ring views, and the Cliffs of Moher, with rail connections at each end.

“This is one of best Private Tours my wife and I have experienced. Our Tour Guide/Driver, Gerard R. is extremely knowledgeable, informative and with a great sense of humor.”

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6.4-Day Guided Tour to Discover Ireland and Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · from $435Best value

Use Dublin as your base for three guided day trips plus a full Dublin day. You’ll see the Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Glendalough, Kilkenny, Giant’s Causeway, Belfast, Guinness, and Jameson. Guides including Gina, Quigg, and Alex have earned strong praise, though some days feel rushed.

“The tours were great and the tour guides were good. Our last tour with Gina to the Cliffs and Galway was excellent. She was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Something there was not enough time to explore. Titanic museum felt rushed. But overall well done.”

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7.4-Day Southern and Western Coast Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 3 reviews · from $1,363

Travel by train and small-group coach from Dublin through Cork, Blarney, Cobh, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Dingle, Limerick, Bunratty, the Cliffs of Moher, and Galway Bay. You will spend three nights in a Killarney B&B, with English-speaking guides, included admissions, and breakfast on days 2, 3, and 4. The trip requires early starts and some coordination between different tour groups.

“Rocky start: so we had arrived at the meeting point, electronic ticket on my phone (and receipt) .... And the tour company didn't have our name at all... And didn't have accommodation organised for us at all. So they sent us off with day passes seeing as I had the receipt and tried to organise accomodation for us while we were on the way. Bad news was : all b&b accommodation was sold out, so we had the choice to cut to the 1 day tour, or pay extra for the 4 star accommodation. I didn't have any other accommodation set up to go back to Dublin at the end…”

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