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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21 April 2023

The Best Small Villages in Ireland to Visit

Ireland is a country famed for its stunning scenery, warm hospitality, and charming communities.  And if visits to picturesque, welcoming villages and small towns are a priority for your trip...
An ancient standing stone on grass outside the Stone Age (Neolithic) monument Newgrange, in County Meath, Ireland. It’s sunset, so the light is low and the sun hovers above the horizon, its golden beams captured shooting off in all directions.
11 April 2023

Guide to Ireland’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Do you want to explore Ireland’s cultural and natural heritage on your upcoming trip to the Emerald Isle? When it comes to visiting a country’s most valuable landmarks or areas,...
A group of tourists sits on the hexagonal basalt columns of Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland. It's a sunny day and everyone in the group smiles for the camera. Other tourists to the side of the group explore the natural wonder on foot.
21 March 2023

Everything You Need To Know About the Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland

The UNESCO World Heritage Site Giant’s Causeway is one of the top tourist attractions in Northern Ireland. It’s also one of the most unusual, yet most spectacular, natural features found...
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2 February 2023

Best Surf Spots Along the Wild Atlantic Way

Did you know that surfing is highly popular in Ireland? Our western shores lie exposed to the full force of waves generated in the North Atlantic Ocean. In fact, the...
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Ireland Armagh Building
24 January 2023

Following St Patrick’s Footsteps Through Ireland

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...
Participants in vibrant green costumes with orange beards march in a st. patrick's day parade.
6 January 2023

St Patrick’s Day in Ireland: All You Need to Know

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,...
A person standing on a cliff using binoculars to look out over a scenic coastal landscape with clear skies.
30 August 2022

The Ultimate Guide to the Ring of Kerry

For many people, a Ring of Kerry tour is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. To ensure you get the most out of your journey, Overland Ireland has put together this ultimate guide...
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23 June 2022

The Top Irish Tour Companies for All Your Travel Adventures

Looking for the best Irish tour companies? Whether you’re in golf or whiskey, biking or horseback riding, cities or scenery, Overland Ireland has the rundown.
Group of surfers carrying boards on a sunny beach.
17 May 2022

The Best Surf Beaches in Ireland

Sometimes people are surprised to find that surfing is so popular in Ireland! This has always shocked the team here at Overland Ireland because the Emerald Isle has such a...
A group of kayakers paddle on the open water of Dingle Bay in Ireland on a sunny day. They are paddling their kayaks towards a coastal cliff covered in lush green vegetation.
25 April 2022

5 Adventures in Ireland That Will Change Your Life

The Emerald Isle isn’t just a place of beautiful landscapes and incredible culture. It’s also a haven for thrill-seekers and adrenaline junkies; with its rugged terrain, sloping hills, and rolling...
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10 August 2021

Our Irish Bucket List for Adventure Lovers

Ireland is one of the best countries in the world for people who like to travel off the beaten path. We don’t have Mount Everest and we don’t have the...
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A vivid double rainbow arching over a calm harbor with boats and waterfront buildings under a stormy sky.
2 July 2021

What to Expect When Visiting Ireland in the Summer

There’s something magical about summer in Ireland. Long golden evenings, green landscapes glowing in the sun, and an unmistakable sense of energy in the air. It’s no wonder that June...
A snow-covered castle on a clear day with bare branches in the foreground.
25 May 2021

A Tourist’s Guide to Ireland’s Best Castles

If you blink on your Irish road trip you might miss a castle! We have a staggering 30,000 castles dotted throughout the country between ruins, renovations, family homes, and luxury...
Tourists walking down a coastal path near steep cliffs overlooking the ocean.
8 March 2021

Planning Your Dream Family Adventure on the Emerald Isle

Exploring the best Ireland tours for families Ireland is a magical playground for adults and children alike! With such a vast countryside of rolling hills, spectacular cliff drops, magical castles,...
Three women smile as they hold lambs in a field in the Irish countryside. It's a sunny day, the grass around them is green, and there are old drystone walls in the background. This charming, picturesque rural scene is a typical sight on Overland's small-group Ireland tours.
1 May 2020

What is the Best Time of Year to Visit Ireland?

When it comes to your vacation, the first thing you might think about is ‘where’. Where are you going to go? Now, if you’re reading this, it’s a fair bet...
Sweeping view of the cliffs of moher under a cloudy sky at sunset.
10 April 2020

Alternative Ways to Tour Ireland Without a Car

How to get around Ireland without a car We recently wrote a blog trying to help people work out whether they should take a road trip through Ireland. Obviously, we...
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18 February 2020

Life on the Road as an Overland Ireland Guide

Being a travel enthusiast and having spent many years living out of a suitcase, I thought having a job that required me to travel was going to be easy –...
View of the cliffs of moher on a sunny day, featuring lush greenery atop steep rocky cliffs overlooking the atlantic ocean.
14 February 2020

Overland’s Guide to Hiking in Ireland

With Ireland’s beautiful green landscapes and unique geological features, it is a great country for hikers, mountaineers, and anyone with a bit of adventure in their hearts. Whether you’re new...
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