While many people visit Ireland for its culture, its beautiful scenery, and its friendly people, it’s often Ireland’s history that leaves the most lasting impression. And one thing we’ve noticed here at Overland Ireland is that people visiting from North America are especially impressed by our castles. Given that there are over 30,000 castles and...Read More
Let’s start by saying that Ireland is a welcoming country and that the Irish are pretty laid-back. In fact, it would probably take quite a lot of effort to get us riled up about something! However, if you want the smoothest trip possible, then there are a few things tourists might want to avoid doing...Read More
So you’ve decided to visit Ireland. You have two weeks and you want to know how to fill your time. Two weeks is a lovely pocket of time for a trip to Ireland. You won’t be able to cover everything the country has to offer, because Ireland is just too rich for that, but you...Read More
When it comes to a vacation, the first thing we think about is ‘where’. Where are we going to go? Now, if you’re reading this, it’s a fair bet you’ve decided to visit the beautiful Emerald Isle – land of myths, legends and, of course, Star Wars locations! No doubt you’re now champing at the...Read More
Have you booked your flights to Ireland? Is it nearly time to pack your bags? We’re sure you’ve spent plenty of exciting hours researching all the things you should see and do when you’re in the Emerald Isle. But have you familiarized yourself with our culture and customs? Knowing the dos and don’ts of Ireland...Read More
Traveling to Ireland in fall/autumn and trying to figure out what to pack for a trip to Ireland in September or October? This is the age-old big holiday dilemma: figuring out everything you need to pack. Don’t worry, however, as Overland Ireland has you covered. Everyone that has ever gone on a holiday has...Read More
The intricacies of new cultures can be a minefield for unwary tourists, so let Overland Ireland help you understand the Emerald Isle a little better. We welcome people from all over the world on our Small-Group Tours of Ireland. However, people from the US and Canada have a lot of ancestral roots in Ireland, so...Read More
Our tours cover the length and breadth of Ireland, exploring rugged coastlines, magnificent countryside, and lively cities where the best food and drink await (and where the atmosphere is always electric). With so much to do, it’s hard to know where to start and end with your travel itinerary. Need a little inspiration to create...Read More
Top 10 tips for visiting Ireland Wondering what currency we use in Ireland, if it’s always raining or what side of the road we drive on? Wonder no more! Overland has put together our top ten tips for visiting Ireland to make your time that little bit easier. 1 Currency – Money makes the world...Read More
Best months to visit Ireland Before people book we often get the question what would be the best months to visit Ireland for our small group adventure tours. It all depends on what you want. For instance, if you come from the Alaska you might want some heat during summer. If you come from a...Read More
