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8-Day Emerald Explorer Small Group Tour

8 days
Start and end in Dublin
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51 traveler reviews
8-Day Emerald Explorer Small Group Tour - Overland Ireland - Small Group Tours
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Overland Ireland - Small Group Tours
Max group size:
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Age range:
10 to 106
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
167266
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Highlights

  • Kiss the Blarney Stone and enjoy the sights of the Ring of Kerry
  • Kayak with dolphins and Explore the mighty Cliffs of Moher
  • Pick up some Gaelic words on the rugged Aran Islands
  • Learn about the amazing history of Kylemore Abbey in Connemara
  • Be amazed by the lunar landscape of the Burren and live the good life in Galway

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Dublin- Glendalough- Kilkenny
  2. Day 2 Blarney- Killarney
  3. Day 3 Killarney- Dingle
  4. Day 4 Dingle Peninsula
  5. Day 5 Dingle to The Cliffs of Moher
  6. Day 6 Burren National Park to Galway
  7. Day 7 Connemara Experience
  8. Day 8 Clonmacnoise and Irish Coffee!
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  • Accommodation
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  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Meals
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Number of tours

7

Age Range

6 to 106 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

92%

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  • PS
    · October 17th, 2024
    I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. The tour was well organized, informative and fun. The small group size was definitely a plus. It allowed the group to interact well. Our guide was knowledgeable and engaging. Highly recommend this tour.
    Overland Ireland - Small Group Tours commented on this review
    Thank you for your wonderful review, Patricia! We're delighted to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed the tour and appreciated the small group experience. We hope to see you on another adventure soon!
    Trip date: October 2024
  • JF
    · October 16th, 2024
    The tour offered good value for money. It delivered on the promised itinerary and provided a good insight to the culture and history of Ireland.
    Overland Ireland - Small Group Tours commented on this review
    Thank you for your feedback, James! We're glad to hear that you found the tour to be good value for money and that it delivered on the promised itinerary. We hope to welcome you back for more enriching experiences in the future! All the best - Team... Show more
    Trip date: October 2024
  • 8-Day Emerald Explorer Small Group Tour reviewer 3
    · October 5th, 2024
    This was a great way to experience Ireland as a first time visitor. Our guide (Hugh) was fantastic. Incredibly knowledgeable and kind and willing to share his personal experiences, really highlighting life in Ireland. I enjoyed getting a couple opportunities where we stayed in the same hotel two nights in a row, gave you a little time to settle in.
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    Overland Ireland - Small Group Tours commented on this review
    Thank you for your lovely review, Jessica! We're so glad that your first visit to Ireland was such a memorable experience. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future!
    Trip date: September 2024
  • 8-Day Emerald Explorer Small Group Tour reviewer 4
    · September 15th, 2024
    The guide, Jack, was full of historical information. The two stops we made at farms was the highlight of the tour. I highly recommend the tour.
    Overland Ireland - Small Group Tours commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that Jack's historical insights and the farm visits were highlights of your tour. It sounds like you had a wonderful time! Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you on... Show more
    Trip date: September 2024
  • DH
    · September 15th, 2024
    The tour was very good but it didn’t start out that way. When we showed up on the first day, the bus driver did NOT have our names on his list. The driver called his company “Overland tours” to ask about us. It took 20 nervous minutes for us to find out that we were in the list, just not the list the driver had. The issue they said was caused because we had booked with a third party (tourradar). It now makes sense why we didn’t receive any information from Overland. There were quite a few differences in itineraries between what was advertised by Tourradar and what was actually delivered by Overland tours. The price was great, we loved the tour, but as a third party I would take more interest in making sure your registrants are receiving the information from the tour operator to make sure this doesn’t happen to someone else. I also suggest that you confirm the itinerary prior to posting so that people can have confidence in what they are purchasing is what they will be receiving.
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    Trip date: September 2024
  • R
    · July 16th, 2024
    We enjoyed the trip. This was our first group tour. The downside, having limited time at interesting landmarks. It would be useful to be provided with the names of the accommodation beforehand.
    Overland Ireland - Small Group Tours commented on this review
    Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the trip and appreciate your input. We'll work on improving the time allocation at landmarks and providing accommodation details in advance. We hope to see you on another tour soon!
    Trip date: July 2024
  • 8-Day Emerald Explorer Small Group Tour reviewer 7
    · June 13th, 2024
    Overall it was very good. The difficulties I encountered in getting to Dublin which resulted in my missing the first day of the tour and being exhausted when I joined he tour on its second day were not the fault of the tour company. Our guide was very knowledgeable and had a good sense of humor. I think staying at hotels for two days instead of one would make the tour less hectic. But, the hotels were good and the sites we visited were very interesting.
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    Overland Ireland - Small Group Tours commented on this review
    Hello Jon, thank you very much for your review. I am so sorry to hear that you had issues getting to Dublin and missed the first day of your tour. However, I am delighted that you enjoyed the hotels, the guide and the sites you visited. We take on board... Show more
    Trip date: June 2024
  • NN
    · June 3rd, 2024
    Our guide, Cathal, was excellent. He is personable, caring about all guests experience and full of facts about history. He’s definitely an asset to your company. My only critiques are these: 1. Bus door malfunctioned multiple times daily by not opening or closing. The potential for injury/death in the event of an auto accident was very real. 2. The microphone did not work so we had a week’s ride without an ongoing commentary of what we were seeing in real time. That defeats the purpose of a tour rather than driving oneself. Cathal indicated that he reported it to the company and someone was supposed to come check the bus after our first day but no one ever came to repair it. 3. Air conditioning did not always work.
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    Overland Ireland - Small Group Tours commented on this review
    Thank you for your valuable feedback. We're glad you enjoyed Cathal's guidance. We apologize for the bus door, microphone, and air conditioning issues. Safety and comfort are paramount, and we're working to address these concerns promptly. We appreciate... Show more
    Trip date: May 2024
  • ML
    · May 31st, 2024
    My wife and me joined the Emerald Explorer Tour in May 2024 and it was great! The round trip was organized very well. We experienced a lot without it being too stressful. All hotels were good and we had a nice small group. Our guide, Cathal, was excellent. He made us feel comfortable and safe at any time. We would definitely recommend the tour to others. :-) Michael & Sabine
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    Overland Ireland - Small Group Tours commented on this review
    Thank you, Michael & Sabine! We're thrilled you enjoyed the Emerald Explorer Tour. It's fantastic to hear you found it well-organized and stress-free. We're glad Cathal made your experience comfortable and safe. We appreciate your recommendation and... Show more
    Trip date: May 2024
  • TM
    · May 27th, 2024
    My wife and I had a wonderful time on the 7 day Ireland Explorer tour. Having a small group of 10 people and great tour guide, Cathal, worked out perfectly.
    Overland Ireland - Small Group Tours commented on this review
    Hi Thomas, thanks a million for your message. We're so glad to hear you have a wonderful time on board and that Cathal and you got along! We wish you all the best in your future travels!
    Trip date: May 2024

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What our customers ask about this tour

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    • How much hiking, and how difficult is the hiking?

      Our Emerald tour is our easiest tour and there is no hiking involved, it's all walks at an easy pace. If you want a more active tour, we have the Great Atlantic Adventure.

    • What would the cost per passenger be for 14 guests?

      The cost per passenger for 14 guests would be $2399 per person.

    • What is the cancellation policy if the cancellation is a few days away from departure?

      If you cancel a few days away from departure, you will forfeit the entire cost of this tour due to our cancellation policy of 30 days.

    • Is it possible to have two queen beds per room?

      When you purchase your place on tour, it will ask for Double or Twin Rooms. A Double room in Ireland is similar to a Queen Sized Bed in North America.

    • Does the tour price of approximately $2000 cover all four people?

      No, the cost of approximately $2000 is per person for 7 nights and includes accommodation, 6 wonderful breakfasts, and a myriad of activities and entrances.

    • If they ended up with 12 people and wanted to make it private, what would the cost per person be?

      If you have 12 people that would like to join on this adventure, it would be $2399 per person.

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