When you think of Ireland, what comes to mind? Is it the lush green landscapes and the wild, rugged coastlines? Is it the friendly people, the shamrock, or even a pint of Guinness? Or perhaps it’s Ireland’s patron saint, St Patrick? Of all the things that have come to symbolise the Emerald Isle over the...Read More
When you think of Ireland, what comes to mind? For many people, it’s the lush green landscapes or the wild, rugged coastlines. Others think of the warm and welcoming people, traditional Irish music, and cosy pubs. Then, of course, there’s St Patrick’s Day! Every year on the 17th of March, communities from Belfast to Cork...Read More
You don’t have to learn all about Ireland before you visit; you can just jump on a plane and discover everything as you travel around our incredible island. However, learning about our traditions before you visit will help you discover which parts of Irish culture, heritage, and history interest you most, giving your trip more...Read More
Ireland is a land of legends — a country with myths and stories that travel around the world from person to person. While Ireland has no shortage of natural beauty, it is often its legends that first appeal to people considering the next place they should visit. Skipping over leprechauns completely… it’s probably not an...Read More
Here at Overland Ireland, we welcome hundreds of lucky travellers each year, and a surprising number of them are of Irish descent. In fact, there’s something about Irishness that seems to fill people with pride and we find that many of our guests really value that part of their heritage. For many, their trip to...Read More
Christmas is a fantastic time to visit Ireland because the Irish really know how to celebrate the festive season in style! From December right through to January, you’ll find festivities all over the country, from Christmas light shows to Christmas markets. While it’s true that pubs are always packed out this time of year, it’s...Read More
[rev_slider alias=”Best Pubs”][/rev_slider] Ireland is most likely the best place in the whole world for a traditional pub. From Guinness to Whiskey – the country is world-famous for its tipples of choice. Traditionally, the Irish culture was made up of three different social outlets: the church, the pub, and the local football club – and...Read More
Game of Thrones – the book saga and the TV series – is one of the biggest accomplishments in media and the arts in the last 100 years, rivalled only by the phenomenon of Star Wars and Harry Potter. The show’s sixth season got 25.7 million viewers, which is unparalleled, and the seventh season premiere...Read More
Happy Thanksgiving to all our friends across the pond! We hope you are having a great holiday surrounded by family and friends. We have a lot to be thankful for this year. So….here are a few Thank Yous or Míle Buíochas (A Thousand Thanks) from the Overland Ireland Team: Míle buíochas to all our customers...Read More
Before you arrive in Ireland, it’s important to find out from a local which myths are rooted in truth and which ones are complete fantasy. Luckily, you’ve got Overland Ireland on your side! We’re leaders for small-group tours of Ireland, so you can trust us to point you in the right direction! So, let’s jump...Read More
