Group Tours – Ireland Homestays

May the luck of the Irish Lead to happiest heights And the highway you travel Be lined with green lights.

All our group tours are custom made

Ireland Homestays are experts at arranging group tours and school group tours in Dublin and the rest of Ireland. With our specialist first-hand knowledge, we can put together exciting and interesting group tours in Ireland. All our group tours are custom made so we can put together a tour to meet the exact requirements of the group and to match your budget.

If your school would like to focus on a particular subject or historic element that they are learning at school, we can customise the tour accordingly. We can arrange as little or as much of the group tour as you like and can combine this with host family accommodation, hostel or hotel accommodation.

Once your group is here, we will provide 24 hour telephone support to give you peace of mind should any issues arise.

Sample Tours of Ireland

DAY 1

Delights of Dublin

Take in your surroundings of this exciting, friendly and charismatic city. Take a stroll down Grafton Street for some shopping and relax with a drink at the country’s most famous pub, Temple Bar.

DAY 2

Delights of Dublin

Trinity College is probably the best place to start. It's located in the heart of the capital, packed full of incredible history, and it's the oldest university in Ireland having been founded in 1592 by Queen Elizabeth I. Dubbed a UNESCO City of Literature in 2010, Dublin's written tradition stretches back to 800 CE with The Book of Kells, now on permanent exhibition at Trinity College.

In the afternoon, relax at St. Stephen's Green, a calming 22-acre park. Leave the hustle and bustle of the city and stretch out on the grass like the locals do, with a picnic. Finish at the Little Museum of Dublin to see how Dublin and its people lived their lives and evolved over the past century.

DAY 3

Delights of Dublin

We start the day at Kildare Street, home to the Irish Parliament (Dáil Éireann) before some culture at the National Gallery of Ireland, housing the finest collection of Irish art in the world as well as an outstanding collection of European art. We end the day with some history at the restored 19th century Christ Church Cathedral, built on the site of Dublin's first church, which was founded in 1028 and made of timber.

DAY 4

Delights of Dublin

We end the tour at Dublin’s most popular tourist destination, the Guinness Storehouse. Experience the history and story of Ireland’s most iconic beer over seven floors of the iconic building.

DAY 1

Southern Ireland

We begin at one of the most famous Irish tourist attractions, Blarney Castle. Get the gift of the gab and never be lost for words again after you kiss the Blarney Stone. Explore the castle, gardens and Rock Close.

DAY 2

Southern Ireland

Spend the day exploring Killarney National Park, an expanse of rugged mountainous country. This includes the McGillycuddy’s Reeks, the highest mountain range in Ireland which rise to a height of over 1000 metres. The focal point of the National Park for visitors is Muckross House and Gardens.

DAY 3

Southern Ireland

We finish off at Limerick, a one-of-a-kind city beautifully situated on the River Shannon. Limerick is full of history, art and literature. Explore King John’s Castle and walk round the streets to experience the charm and friendliness of the locals.

DAY 1

Best of the West

Get your walking boots on for a day at Connemara National Park. Situated in County Galway, the park boasts over 2,000 hectares of scenic mountains, expanses of bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands. Admire the incredible scenery where rugged mountains dominate the dramatic landscape. Spot the towering peaks of Benbaun, Bencullagh, Benbrack and Muckanaght, part of the famous Twelve Bens. End at Kylemore Abbey, home to a Benedictine order of Nuns for the past 100 years.

DAY 2

Best of the West

The first stop of the day is Dunguaire Castle, built in 1520 by the O’Hynes clan on the picturesque shores of Galway Bay. This restored 16th century tower house sits on a rocky outcrop on the shores of Galway Bay. Dunguaire Castle has witnessed sieges, warring clans and renowned literary figures. Experience what life is like in a medieval castle and hear about the past inhabitants. After lunch venture to the Cliffs of Moher. These enormous cliffs which are entirely vertical, are truly incredible. Walk the safe, paved pathways and view the famous Cliffs on Europe’s western frontier and enjoy the spectacular vistas over the Atlantic Ocean and the Aran Islands.

DAY 3

Best of the West

Time for some adventure at Bunratty Castle & Folk Park. The site on which Bunratty Castle stands was in origin a Viking trading camp in 970. The present structure is the last of four castles to be built on the site. Take a tour of this iconic fortress; hear and see how the lords and ladies of this castle lived; hear stories of battles and bravery and enjoy stunning views across the idyllic Clare countryside.

DAY 1-2

All of Ireland

Dublin. This city is vibrant, bustling and full of life! The city centre is easily explored on foot, and a convenient transport network takes you wherever you wish to go. If you only have 1 day we recommend visiting Trinity College and the Book of Kells, the Guinness Storehouse and make sure you have a wander around Grafton Street.

DAY 3

All of Ireland

Leave Dublin and travel to Kilkenny, a charming and historic town. This town has deep religious roots with well-preserved churches and abbeys that are amazing to see. Be sure to visit Black Abbey and St. Canice’s Cathedral.

DAY 4

All of Ireland

Blarney Castle, home of the Blarney Stone. The legendary Stone of Eloquence can be found at the top of the tower. Kiss it and you'll never again be lost for words, get “the gift of the gab”. The Castle was built nearly six hundred years ago and as well as this you can explore the gardens and the magical Rock Close.

DAY 5

All of Ireland

Moving on to the South, no trip to Ireland would be complete without a visit to Killarney National Park. The distinctive combination of mountains, lakes, woods and waterfalls under ever changing skies gives the area a special scenic beauty. The highlight of the park is definitely the stunning Ross Castle on the southern end.

DAY 6

All of Ireland

The Ring of Kerry. This breath-taking 179km route around the Iveragh Peninsula, beginning and ending in Killarney, takes in some astounding sights of lakes, rivers and waterfalls, to grand houses and castles. Our must sees are: Moll’s Gap – a bend in the road with amazing views. The Gap of Dunloe - situated between two stunning mountain ranges. Portmagee – a beautiful seaside village with bright buildings. Torc Waterfall. Staigue Fort –one of the largest and finest ring forts you are likely to see in Ireland.

DAY 7

All of Ireland

The Dingle Peninsula is one of the more stunning spots along the Wild Atlantic Way. The peninsula is dominated by the range of mountains that form its spine, running from the Slieve Mish range to the Conor Pass and Mount Brandon, Ireland’s second highest peak. The magnificent coastline consists of steep sea-cliffs such as Slea Head, the award-winning beach at Inch and the tombolo of Maharees.

DAY 8

All of Ireland

Your Tour will finish in Galway, a popular seaside destination in the West of Ireland. Galway is a bohemian city with a love of traditional music.

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