Ireland Travel Guides And Tips

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Local Insights from Overland Ireland

Get all our local insights to help you plan the most incredible trip to Ireland! Whether you’re booking your very first visit to the Emerald Isle or you’re a regular who has perhaps even joined our Small Group Tours of Ireland, everyone is welcome.

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Check Out Our Latest Blogs on Ireland

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15 May 2024

Planning the Perfect Ireland Hiking Tour

Hike, Explore, Sleep, Repeat…at Overland Ireland, we are massive fans of getting outdoors. That’s why we love helping you plan the perfect Ireland hiking tour! Ireland: The Greatest Outdoor Playground...
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Two hikers walking on a mountain ridge overlooking the sea.
1 May 2024

Hiking in Ireland: Best Hikes on the Emerald Isle

We are delighted this morning to find out that Ireland is considered one of the top five destinations for hiking and scenic walks in the World! We at Overland agree!...
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Group of four people posing for a photo on a mountain with a scenic river and valley in the background.
21 March 2024

What to Look for in a Hiking and Trekking Tour in Ireland

At Overland Ireland, we love getting outdoors and exploring the beautiful Irish countryside. There aren’t many better feelings than putting on some walking boots, leaving life behind for a while,...
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Hikers descending a rocky mountain trail with expansive views of a flat valley and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.
7 March 2024

Your Guide to Hiking Ireland’s Croagh Patrick

With its ruggedly beautiful landscapes, outdoor activities are easy to find here in Ireland — and Croagh Patrick is among the most unique of all. This famous mountain in County...
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Woman with a backpack standing by the lake looking at the view.
4 March 2024

The Ultimate Guide to Solo Traveling in Ireland

Are you a solo traveler who has always dreamed of exploring the Emerald Isle? You’re in the right place! This Ultimate Guide to Solo Traveling in Ireland is filled with...
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29 February 2024

Ireland is the Ultimate Destination for Seafood Lovers and Pescatarians

We know it’s an incredibly bold claim to say that Ireland is the ultimate destination for pescatarians. But everyone at Overland Ireland has defined ourselves by being bold and by...
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A bustling street adorned with festive lights and a christmas tree, evoking a holiday atmosphere in an urban setting.
22 February 2024

Christmas in Ireland – Everything You Need to Know

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...
Group of people enjoying a meal at a restaurant.
13 February 2024

The Ultimate List of Things to Do in Galway

As one of the most vibrant and exciting cities to visit in the Emerald Isle, Galway is one of West Ireland’s most popular tourist destinations. This is a city renowned...
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Ruins of an ancient castle perched on a cliff overlooking the sea.
12 February 2024

What Makes Ireland Such a Unique Travel Destination?

Ireland serves up a heady brew of a culture steeped in myth and legend and immense natural beauty. From the world’s longest coastal route to ancient monuments predating the pyramids...
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1 February 2024

A Gastronomic Guide to Ireland: What to Eat and Top Restaurants to Try

We’re not sure exactly when it happened, but Ireland has become a pretty tasty country! Here at Overland Ireland, we know that some people prioritize their stomachs when traveling, and...
Two people enjoying a meal outdoors on a sunny day.
25 January 2024

What is Ireland Like for Vegetarian and Vegan Tourists?

It depends on where you go and what you know. There. That’s the utterly unhelpful short answer. But we can do better than that… Chances are you clicked through to...
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Two hikers walking on a mountain ridge overlooking the sea.
23 January 2024

10 Irish Attractions Off the Beaten Path (A Local’s Guide)

Exploring Ireland means so much more than flying into Dublin, grabbing a pint, kissing the Blarney Stone, and going home. Ireland is a land of jaw-dropping beauty, shimmering seas on...
A picturesque lighthouse on a coastal headland overlooking the sea, under a partly cloudy sky.
21 January 2024

You Can’t Miss These 11 Best Walks in Ireland!

We’ve already shared our guide to the Best Hikes On The Emerald Isle, but how about a concise guide to a few incredible walks for those of you starting off...
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19 January 2024

Overland’s Vegan, Vegetarian, and Pescatarian Tours of Ireland

Overland Ireland isn’t suddenly offering exclusive vegan tours of Ireland! That isn’t our plan at all and we don’t want to give this impression. However, we recently had some really...
A winding road through a hilly landscape with large boulders and a river.
17 January 2024

Top 5 Adventures in Killarney for Your Ireland Trip

Here at Overland Ireland, we try our best to ensure all our guests on tour  have an unforgettable time in Ireland. We love our Emerald Isle and we know you...
A group of guests on an Overland small-group Ireland tour pose for a photo on a sunny day with the famous Cliffs of Moher in County Clare, Ireland, behind them. The green grass covering the clifftops, the rugged cliff faces, and the roaring Atlantic Ocean in the background are quintessential images of Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way.
15 January 2024

What Should American Tourists Not Do While Visiting Ireland?

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...
Five irish dancers in colorful dresses performing a jump with their arms held rigidly by their sides.
13 January 2024

Myths and Facts about Ireland You Need to Know Before You Arrive!

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...
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11 January 2024

Best things to do on the Dingle Peninsula during your Irish Tours

During your tour of Ireland, you will see no other landscape with the density and the variety of archaeological monuments as with the Dingle Peninsula. The Atlantic Ocean combined with...
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