Planning a private tour of Ireland in 2027? Travel Ireland your way with Emerald Irish Tours.
We create private, tailor-made tours of Ireland for couples, families and small groups, with your own local driver-guide and an itinerary built around your interests, travel dates and preferred pace.
Start in Dublin, Shannon Airport, your hotel or another location in Ireland. Spend longer at the places you love, take the scenic route, discover local villages and hidden gems, and leave the driving and navigation to an experienced Irish guide.
From the Cliffs of Moher and the Wild Atlantic Way to Killarney, Dingle, Connemara, Galway, the Burren, Donegal, Kilkenny and Ireland's Ancient East, your 2027 journey can be designed around the Ireland you want to experience.
Your dates. Your interests. Your pace. Your private Ireland tour.
There is no single perfect Ireland itinerary.
A couple celebrating an anniversary may want dramatic coastal scenery, great food and beautiful hotels.
A family may want castles, history, outdoor activities and plenty of flexibility.
A group returning to Ireland may want to slow down and explore the villages, landscapes and family connections they missed on their first visit.
And travellers tracing their Irish ancestry may want an itinerary that goes beyond the major tourist attractions.
That's why we don't believe your Ireland holiday should be built around a standard schedule.
Tell us what you want from Ireland and we'll help build the route around you.
The best starting point for your private Ireland tour depends on your flights, interests and overall route.
Begin in Ireland's capital and travel west, south or north with your own private driver-guide.
Depending on your itinerary, a private tour from Dublin can include:
Dublin → Kilkenny → Cork → Killarney → Dingle → Cliffs of Moher → Galway → Connemara → Dublin
Or we can design a completely different route around your priorities.
Dublin is particularly convenient for travellers who want to combine Ireland's historic east with the Wild Atlantic Way.
Shannon Airport provides an excellent starting point for exploring the west of Ireland.
From Shannon, your itinerary could take you to:
The Burren → Cliffs of Moher → Galway → Connemara → Westport → Killarney → Dingle
Or continue around Ireland for a longer private tour.
Starting in Shannon can also reduce unnecessary backtracking when your priority is the Wild Atlantic Way and western Ireland.
Not sure whether Dublin or Shannon is better for your trip? We can help you choose.
These itineraries are starting points rather than fixed packages. We can adjust the route, number of nights, sightseeing and pace to suit your group.
Five days is enough to experience some of Ireland's most spectacular scenery without trying to see the entire island.
A western itinerary could include:
Perfect for travellers with limited time who want a genuine introduction to Ireland.
With a full week, you can slow the pace and combine major attractions with quieter places.
A seven-day itinerary might include:
Your route can be changed depending on your interests and where you want to spend the most time.
Ten days gives you the opportunity to combine several regions while allowing more time for experiences along the way.
Depending on your interests, your journey could connect:
Or we can take you further north towards Donegal.
The advantage of a private tour is that you don't have to fit your holiday into a predetermined route.
With two weeks, you can experience considerably more of Ireland while keeping the pace comfortable.
A 14-day private tour could combine Ireland's Ancient East with the Wild Atlantic Way and include:
Want to spend longer in fewer places? We can slow the itinerary down.
Want to see more? We can build a broader route.
A private Ireland tour can be as relaxed, comfortable and detailed as you want it to be.
For travellers looking for a more luxurious experience, your itinerary can be planned around your preferred accommodation, dining, experiences and sightseeing.
We can help you create a journey that combines:
Luxury does not have to mean rushing from one five-star attraction to another.
Sometimes luxury is simply having the freedom to spend the afternoon exactly where you want to be.
Travelling with family means everyone may want something different.
Private touring makes it easier to create an itinerary that works for several generations.
Children can have more flexibility. Older family members don't have to follow the pace of a large group. Parents don't have to concentrate on unfamiliar roads.
Your private Ireland tour can combine castles, history, scenery, local experiences, outdoor activities and plenty of time to enjoy the journey together.
For larger families or groups of friends, we can help plan a route that keeps everyone comfortable while allowing the itinerary to remain flexible.
If your reason for visiting Ireland is personal, your tour should be personal too.
An Irish ancestry tour can be designed around the places connected with your family history, including towns, villages, counties and local landmarks.
We can combine ancestry research and family connections with the wider Ireland experience, allowing you to explore the country's landscapes, culture and history along the way.
Whether you have a detailed family tree or only the name of a county or village, tell us what you know and we'll help you plan the journey.
We're proud to have earned the trust of travellers around the world. See why our guests recommend travelling Ireland with us.
Our mission is simple - to create unforgettable experiences and memories that last a lifetime. We can't wait to welcome you to Ireland.
A private driver-guided tour gives you the freedom to see Ireland without the restrictions of a scheduled group tour or the responsibility of driving yourself.
With Emerald Irish Tours, you can:
Whether this is your first trip to Ireland or a return visit, a private tour gives you considerably more flexibility than travelling on a fixed itinerary.
From your first enquiry to your final day in Ireland, we're here to make planning easy and stress-free.
A private tour of Ireland is a journey designed exclusively for you and your travelling companions. Instead of joining a scheduled group, you travel with your own private vehicle and driver-guide and follow an itinerary tailored to your interests, dates and preferred pace.
Your private Ireland tour includes a private vehicle and dedicated driver-guide, a personalised itinerary, flexible sightseeing and local recommendations. Dublin or Shannon airport pickup can also be arranged.
Yes. Emerald Irish Tours specialises in customised private Ireland tours. Your itinerary can be built around your must-see destinations, interests, accommodation preferences, available time and travel style.
Yes. Private tours can begin in Dublin, including Dublin Airport or your accommodation.
Yes. Shannon Airport is particularly convenient for exploring County Clare, Galway, the Burren, the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, Kerry and the Wild Atlantic Way.
Yes. We can create airport-to-airport private Ireland tours, including convenient pickup and drop-off at Dublin or Shannon Airport as part of your personalised itinerary.
Our private tours are suitable for couples, families and small private groups. The ideal group size depends on your requirements and the vehicle needed for your tour.
Yes. Emerald Irish Tours provides private driver-guided touring so you can concentrate on enjoying Ireland rather than driving and navigating unfamiliar roads.
Yes. Family private tours of Ireland can be tailored around your family's interests, ages and preferred pace, with flexible stops and a more relaxed experience than a group tour.
Simply contact us with your travel dates, group size, interests and any places you'd like to visit. We'll discuss your plans and create a personalised Ireland itinerary for you.
With a private Ireland tour, you travel with your own driver-guide rather than a group of strangers. You have greater flexibility over your itinerary, sightseeing stops and pace, while we take care of the driving and navigation.
Yes. We offer both private day tours and fully customised multi-day tours of Ireland. Whether you have one day or several weeks, we can create an itinerary around your time and interests.
Yes. Our private tours can be tailored to include luxury accommodation, premium experiences, fine dining and Ireland's finest destinations, depending on your preferences and itinerary.
That depends on what you want to see.
A 5-day tour can provide a memorable introduction to Ireland. Seven days allows you to explore several regions at a more comfortable pace. Ten to fourteen days gives you considerably more flexibility to combine the east, south, west, and the north.
Yes. Private touring is particularly useful for families and multi-generational groups because the pace and sightseeing can be adapted around the group.
Yes. Irish ancestry and heritage can be incorporated into a private Ireland itinerary, including visits to ancestral towns, villages and areas connected with your family history.
Yes. You don't need to arrive with a finished itinerary. Tell us how long you have, what interests you and what you already know you want to see, and we'll help shape the route.
For a private tour, planning early is sensible, particularly if you are travelling during popular periods or have specific accommodation and itinerary requirements.
Your Ireland trip should not feel like a checklist.
It should feel like your journey through Ireland.
Whether you want to explore the Wild Atlantic Way, trace your Irish ancestry, discover castles and ancient sites, experience local food and culture, play golf, travel with family or simply see as much of Ireland as possible in comfort, Emerald Irish Tours can create a private itinerary around you.
Tell us your approximate dates, group size and what you'd love to experience in Ireland.
We'll help turn your ideas into a personalised 2027 Ireland tour.
Explore our private Ireland tours, from day trips and ancestry journeys to fully customised multi-day adventures.
Choose the most convenient starting point for your Ireland journey.
Build an itinerary around your interests, pace and travel style.
Discover how our private driver-guided tours work.
Trace your Irish roots and discover ancestral towns, family history and local heritage
