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15 Full-Day Tours in Ireland to Build a Day Around

24 tours  ·  from $44 a head

The 15 best full-day tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is at the top for a reason, so start there.

Dublin to Glendalough, Wicklow and Kilkenny Full Day Guided Tour - Wicklow Gap and the short photo stop
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Dublin to Glendalough, Wicklow and Kilkenny Full Day Guided Tour

1.Dublin to Glendalough, Wicklow and Kilkenny Full Day Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,895 reviews · 9 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $48Our pick

Leave central Dublin at 8:45 a.m. for Glendalough’s monastic ruins, the Wicklow Mountains, Wicklow Gap, and medieval Kilkenny. A professional guide such as Pat, Teresa, Philip, or Jerry provides commentary while a separate driver handles the roads. Expect walking, changing weather, and a busy but rewarding nine-hour day.

“Philip and Alec were wonderful hosts! We thoroughly enjoyed the trip, despite the bad weather, and Philip's commentary was insightful and entertaining. Definitely recommend for anyone looking for a day out of Dublin city!”

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From Galway: Full-Day Cliffs of Moher & Burren Guided Tour - Starting in Galway and reaching Dunguaire Castle
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From Galway: Full-Day Cliffs of Moher & Burren Guided Tour

2.Full-Day Cliffs of Moher & Burren Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,815 reviews · from $57

Travel from Galway to the Cliffs of Moher along the Wild Atlantic Way with an English-speaking driver-guide. You’ll see Dunguaire Castle, the Burren, Black Head, Fanore, Doolin, and Corcomroe Abbey, with two hours at the cliffs and a lunch stop in Doolin. Guides such as Paddy, Phil, Des, and Gerry are praised for stories, folklore, and local insight.

“The best part was all of the spots we stopped at to explore and take pictures of. Des did a good job explaining everything we saw”

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Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Tour from Dublin - Crossing Ireland by bus
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Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Tour from Dublin

3.Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,565 reviews · from $85

Spend 12 hours crossing Ireland by comfortable bus to the Cliffs of Moher, with an English-speaking Irish guide, Burren scenery, a Doolin lunch stop, and photo stops at Kinvara, Dunguaire Castle, and Bunratty. Guides such as Richard, Brian, and Eduardo are known for lively stories and smooth timing, though the day leaves limited time at the cliffs.

“Richard and Aaron were awesome!!! We had so much fun and loved the history as well as stopping at so many different places. By far the best tour!!”

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From Galway: Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour - Why this Galway day trip works
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From Galway: Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour

4.Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,737 reviews · from $45

Travel from Galway through Connemara’s Inagh Valley, Killary Fjord, and Lough Nafooey to Kylemore Abbey and Cong. Driver-guides such as Mike, Tommy, and Patrick add stories, jokes, and local detail. You get two hours at Kylemore, 45 minutes in Cong, and round-trip coach transport. Abbey admission and lunch cost extra.

“This tour was great! Although the weather was terrible (heavy rain and winds), the views near Kylemore Abbey were so beautiful. I’d like to visit again and walk in the Connemara park when the weather is better. I had about an hour in Cong. It was enough to go and see around there, so I was satisfied with it.”

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From Galway: Connemara & Kylemore Abbey Full-Day Guided Tour - Leenane and the first views of Connemara
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From Galway: Connemara & Kylemore Abbey Full-Day Guided Tour

5.Connemara & Kylemore Abbey Full-Day Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,063 reviews · from $57

Travel from Galway through Connemara’s mountains, lakes, bogs, and coast with an English-speaking driver-guide. Stop in Leenane and at Killary Fjord, spend two hours at Kylemore Abbey and its Victorian Walled Gardens, then visit Gaelic-speaking An Spideal. The $57 price includes transport and admission, but not food.

“Our tour guide Sean S. was FABULOUS!! He was informative and interesting.”

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From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Trip - The road from Galway through the Burren
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From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Trip

6.Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,039 reviews · from $85

From Galway, travel through the Burren to Doolin, ferry to Inisheer for two hours, then cruise beneath the Cliffs of Moher before walking above them. Guides such as Alan, Phil, Gerry, and Damien are praised for lively storytelling. Expect winding roads, changeable weather, and a full 10-hour day.

“Great trip, great guide and our weather was spectacular too!! Recommend seeing the cliffs from below and above if possible! They are magnificent!!! Highlight day on our holiday!!”

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Cliffs of Moher and More: Full-Day Tour from Cork - Limerick and King John’s Castle
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Cliffs of Moher and More: Full-Day Tour from Cork

7.Cliffs of Moher and More: Full-Day Tour from Cork

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 879 reviews · from $78

Travel from Cork with an English-speaking Paddywagon guide to the Cliffs of Moher, Limerick, the Burren, and Bunratty Castle. You get 90 minutes at the cliffs, an Atlantic Edge exhibit ticket, a one-hour lunch stop, and plenty of countryside views. Guides such as Brian, Kevin, Paul, Eduardo, and Aiden are known for adding Irish stories, humor, and local color during the drive.

“Amazing trip! Kevin was incredible guide. Teaching us Irish words and letting Irish songs was so special! Thank you for wonderful time!”

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Full-Day Ring of Kerry Tour from Killarney - Ladies’ View gives you an easy first photo stop
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Full-Day Ring of Kerry Tour from Killarney

8.Full-Day Ring of Kerry Tour from Killarney

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 616 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $43Best value

Leave Killarney at 10:30 am for a roughly 6.5-hour Ring of Kerry tour with Wild Kerry Daytours. Your driver-guide, often Mike, John, or Dave, leads you through Killarney National Park, Sneem, Kells, Derrynane, and Molls Gap, with stops for photos, food, local stories, and sweeping views of Dingle Bay.

“It was a wonderful incredibly scenic day trip. The beauty was astounding. John, our Guide was extremely knowledgeable. Told us great stories and made frequent stops so you could take pictures and stop at shops.”

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From Killarney: Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour - Killorglin, Puck Fair, and the first coastal views
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From Killarney: Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour

9.Ring of Kerry Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 577 reviews · from $51

Leave Killarney by air-conditioned coach for a full day around the Iveragh Peninsula. Your English-speaking guide leads you past Killorglin, Dingle Bay, Waterville, Sneem, Molls Gap, Ladies View, and Torc Waterfall. Guides such as Kevin, John, Joe, and Paddy are known for lively stories, practical help, and good timing at the stops.

“Great tour! Aiden was a proffessional driver as well as an informative guide. We were worried we would not be able to experience much of the ring of kerry seeing as we only had one day, but we stopped at all the right places and always had just enough time to do something usefull.”

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From Limerick: Full-Day Guided Tour of Cliffs of Moher - Leaving Arthur’s Quay with the River Shannon nearby
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From Limerick: Full-Day Guided Tour of Cliffs of Moher

10.Full-Day Guided Tour of Cliffs of Moher

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 523 reviews · from $56

Travel from Limerick to the Cliffs of Moher by air-conditioned coach, with a live English-speaking guide. You’ll cross the Burren, spend 90 minutes at the cliffs, stop for lunch in Doolin or Liscannor, and pause at Bunratty Castle. Guides such as Kevin, John, Steven, and Michael are praised for humor, local stories, and clear timing.

“We loved our guide Joe. He was fun and quick witted. He had us laughing and was a great guide.”

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Full-Day Tour of the Dingle Peninsula, Slea Head, and Inch Beach - A coach is the sensible choice on these roads
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Full-Day Tour of the Dingle Peninsula, Slea Head, and Inch Beach

11.Full-Day Tour of the Dingle Peninsula, Slea Head, and Inch Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 494 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Travel from Killarney to Inch Beach, Dingle, and Slea Head in a comfortable air-conditioned coach. Your local driver-guide handles the narrow coastal roads while sharing Irish history, folklore, and songs. You’ll have time for lunch and shops in Dingle, photo stops, and views toward the Blasket Islands. Guides may include Sheila, Batt, Sean, or Mike.

“We had Batt as a tour guide, and he did a great job. He gave us a good history as we stopped at different places, and even entertained us with singing during parts of the drive. We saw some beautiful views at our stops. It was definitely nice being on a bus and not having to drive those narrow roads!”

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Blarney Castle Full-Day Tour from Dublin - The Rock of Cashel and Ireland’s medieval past
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Blarney Castle Full-Day Tour from Dublin

12.Blarney Castle Full-Day Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 469 reviews · from $90

Travel from Dublin by climate-controlled van with an English-speaking guide such as Richard, Alex, or Brian. Visit the Rock of Cashel, Cork’s English Market, and Blarney Castle, where you can kiss the Blarney Stone and explore the Witch’s Cave. It is a long but well-filled day, with castle gardens and free time in Cork.

“I would have love more time at Blarney Castle and given up the visit at Cork.”

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From Dublin: Connemara and Galway Full-Day Tour - Glengowla Farm and Silver Mines, April through October
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From Dublin: Connemara and Galway Full-Day Tour

13.Connemara and Galway Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 446 reviews · from $85

You’ll cross Ireland from Dublin to wild Connemara, stopping at Glengowla Family Farm and Silver Mines from April to October, or Cong from November to March. Expect mountain and lake views, Galway Bay, about two hours in Galway, and an English-speaking guide such as Peter or Mark.

“Supposed to have 1 1/2 hours in Cong, but cut back to an hour. Just not enough time there. The stop in Connemara was great...so beautiful. Galway would have been better if we could have gotten through the Joyce roundabout. As it was, it took ONE HOUR to through the roundabout and time to get the bus parked. Very long bus ride for about 3 hours of touring time. Even so, glad we took the tour and thankful it was a beautiful day.”

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Dublin Full Day Bike Rental - Finding the Deer and Knowing When to Walk
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Dublin Full Day Bike Rental

14.Dublin Full Day Bike Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 361 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $48

Pick up a standard bike, e-bike, tandem, child’s bike, or trailer at Phoenix Park’s entrance and spend up to seven hours exploring Dublin’s huge historic park. You receive a helmet, high-visibility jacket, map, and route advice. This is self-guided, so you set the pace and return to the same entrance.

“It was a blast seeing the beautiful parts of Phoenix Park. They didn't have our Viator reservation, though. Luckily, I had my ticket and proof of payment.”

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From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour - Leenane and Killary Fjord
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From Galway: Connemara National Park Full Day Tour

15.Connemara National Park Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 261 reviews · from $0

Travel from Galway into Connemara with a local English-speaking driver-guide, stopping at Leenane, Killary Fjord, and scenic viewpoints before two hours of free time at Connemara National Park. You can tackle Diamond Hill, take a shorter walk, or enjoy the café. Guides such as John, Michael, Sean, and Macdara add local stories, music, and Irish cultural context.

“We had a great day. We only had 12 days in Ireland, so we had to make some heartbreaking decisions about what to see and what to skip. So glad we didn't skip Connemara National Park. It was the highlight among nothing but highlights.”

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