While travel insurance is not a requirement for our tours, we strongly recommend that you purchase comprehensive travel insurance cover before your trip to Ireland.
Your policy should cover all medical costs associated with travel.
Read MoreAre you a citizen of the USA, Canada, Australia or Aotearoa/New Zealand?
If so, you DO NOT require a visa to travel to the Republic of Ireland and/or Northern Ireland (UK) for the sole purpose of tourism.
Read MoreAll of our tours leave from our pick-up/drop-off point at the Grand Canal Hotel in Dublin.
Our pick-up times from the Grand Canal Hotel vary by tour:
Read MoreSome of the only non-flexible elements of our tours are the departure location, departure day and departure time.
The most important information to know is that all of our tours depart from Dublin's Grand Canal Hotel on either Sundays, Mondays or Tuesdays.
Read MoreYes, we do operate a limit on luggage.
Owing to the compact nature of our small-group tour vehicles, your luggage limit is one suitcase per person (no bigger than 30” or 75cm along their longest side).
Read MoreTo help you plan your return flights, here are the days and times that our tours return to Dublin.
The return point for all tours is Dublin's Grand Canal Hotel
Read MoreNo.
Current medical guidelines in Ireland state that you do not have to take a COVID-19 test if you have respiratory symptoms unless a doctor requests you to do so.
Similar QuestionsPassport validity requirements for Ireland depend on your citizenship and whether a visa is required.
⚠️ IMPORTANT: There is NO requirement for US, Canadian, Australian or Aotearoa/New Zealand citizens visiting Ireland for tourism to have 6 months validity on their passports.
Read MoreDublin Airport is the best airport to fly to for Vagabond & Driftwood Tours.
That's because our pickup and dropoff point for all tours is Dublin's Grand Canal Hotel.
There is no other Irish airport within convenient driving distance.
Find out about flight connections to Ireland from North America
Similar QuestionsAre you coming to Dublin in 2024?
Find out what's happening in Ireland's capital city during our touring season — and avoid high hotel rates — from March to October 2024.
Read MoreIt's never been easier to fly direct from the USA or Canada to Ireland.
17 cities in the US and 4 cities in Canada boast direct flight connections with Ireland.
Read MoreAll of our tours pick-up and drop-off from the same point in Dublin - the Grand Canal Hotel.
The Grand Canal Hotel is located just south of Dublin city centre.
Read MoreBrexit has now happened and it's business as usual here at Vagabond & Driftwood Tours.
There has been zero disruption to our tours visiting Northern Ireland.
Read MoreAll Vagabond and Driftwood customer correspondence is carried out by email.
This includes your booking confirmation and other important pre-departure information.
Don't worry! There's no need to print your booking confirmation or voucher.
Simply bring the digital copy of your voucher with you on a smartphone or other device when you travel to Ireland.
Show this to your VagaGuide tour guide on the morning of Day 1 to confirm your place on the tour.
Similar QuestionsYour passport is the most important travel document you'll need to visit Ireland.
To board our tours, you'll need to show us proof of your tour voucher (either on your device or in printed form). Your voucher will be emailed to you before your tour.
The only other document we require is your disclaimer. This can be signed digitally. We'll email you a link to complete this process before your tour.
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Check Your Passport Expiry Date Before Booking. Remember to check that your passport is in date for the duration of your stay in Ireland.
Similar QuestionsServiced laundry facilities are available on tours that stay 2 nights in the following towns:
Yes, there are regular comfort stops along the tour route where you can avail of restroom facilities.
Simply ask your VagaGuide if you're unsure when the next stop is coming
Similar QuestionsAnytime is a good time to visit Ireland!
Read MoreIreland is a safe and welcoming place to visit.
We welcome a diverse range of guests on our small-group tours — solo travellers, women, LGBTQ+.
Read MoreAll you need is love.
But you'll also need the following items to travel to Ireland and tour with us.
Read MoreWe want our small-group tours to be accessible to everyone and do our utmost to help you choose a tour that suits your needs
To fully enjoy our itineraries, all guests must have a minimum level of fitness. Your ability to step onto our tour vehicles unaided is crucial.
Read MoreWe do not book flights on behalf of our guests.
This gives you complete flexibility over your flight departure and arrival dates, your chosen airports and preferred airlines, not to mention the opportunity to take advantage of sales, promotions and frequent flyer programmes.
Please email us at enquiries@vagabond.ie with any questions about your tour.
Similar QuestionsAll of our tours leave from our pick-up/drop-off point at the Grand Canal Hotel in Dublin.
Our pick-up times from the Grand Canal Hotel vary by tour:
Read MoreTo help you plan your return flights, here are the days and times that our tours return to Dublin.
The return point for all tours is Dublin's Grand Canal Hotel
Read MoreDublin Airport is the best airport to fly to for Vagabond & Driftwood Tours.
That's because our pickup and dropoff point for all tours is Dublin's Grand Canal Hotel.
There is no other Irish airport within convenient driving distance.
Find out about flight connections to Ireland from North America
Similar QuestionsAirport transfers are not included in our tour prices.
Taxis cost between €22-38 from Dublin Airport to downtown Dublin.
This taxi fare is dependent on several factors:
Private transfer and public transport options are also available from Dublin airport to the city centre.
Learn how to get from Dublin Airport to downtown Dublin
Similar QuestionsIt's never been easier to fly direct from the USA or Canada to Ireland.
17 cities in the US and 4 cities in Canada boast direct flight connections with Ireland.
Read MoreWe put great effort into selecting accommodation for both Vagabond Cultural Adventures and Driftwood Journeys of Discovery.
You will be staying at small family-run hotels, high quality guesthouses or even an Irish castle hotel!
Read MoreMost hotels in Ireland do not have air conditioning.
The climate in Ireland usually isn't hot enough to warrant air conditioning.
In periods of prolonged warm weather, hotels that don’t have air conditioning will normally install fans in the bedrooms.
Find out more about Irish weather and the best time to visit Ireland
Similar QuestionsYour group will start exploring between 8.45-9.30am each morning.
Each evening, your group will return to your hotel at around 6pm.
Read MoreYes, you'll be required to move your bag in and out of each hotel room.
Your VagaGuide tour guide will load and unload your baggage from the tour vehicle.
Most of our hotels do not offer porterage services.
Similar QuestionsAll of your hotel rooms on tour provide hairdryers.
Please note that, in some cases, Irish hotel hairdryers may not be the most powerful models.
Similar QuestionsYes, all hotel rooms on Vagabond and Driftwood Tours of Ireland are ensuite.
Expect your own separate bathroom with toilet, sink and shower and/or bath.
Similar QuestionsWe operate a strict no smoking policy on all of our tour vehicles.
Vaping and e-cigarettes are also not allowed while on board our tour vehicles.
Smoking is banned in all enclosed public places in Ireland and in all workplaces.
Smoking is also not permitted inside your hotel. However, all hotels will provide outdoor smoking areas.
The ban on smoking in Ireland includes company vehicles (cars and vans) as well as offices, pubs/bars and restaurants.
Similar QuestionsDreaming of a night in a romantic Irish castle?
The following Driftwood Journeys of Discovery spend at least one night in a castle hotel:
Read MoreAre you coming to Dublin in 2024?
Find out what's happening in Ireland's capital city during our touring season — and avoid high hotel rates — from March to October 2024.
Read MoreThe following hotels on Vagabond & Driftwood Tour hotels have pools and spa facilities.
Don't forget your swimming trunks!
Similar QuestionsTravel light.
That's the one travel tip that we hear again and again from guests who have experienced our tours.
Read MoreShort answer = Yes.
We heartily recommend packing bug repellent in your suitcase when travelling to Ireland.
Read MoreUnless you're travelling to Ireland from the UK, you will need an electrical plug adapter to use your devices and/or appliances here.
Luckily, power adapters are inexpensive and readily available in Ireland.
Read MoreYes, you'll be required to move your bag in and out of each hotel room.
Your VagaGuide tour guide will load and unload your baggage from the tour vehicle.
Most of our hotels do not offer porterage services.
Similar QuestionsYou won't need to pack formal attire or fancy shoes when visiting Ireland.
Socialising at pubs and restaurants in Ireland is usually a relaxed and casual affair.
Jeans and sneakers are totally acceptable in 99.9% of the bars, pubs, hotels and restaurants that you frequent on our tours.
Read more about what to pack for a tour of Ireland
Similar QuestionsHiking poles are not required for our hikes.
If you would prefer to use them, please bring collapsible hiking poles that fit easily into your luggage.
Our tour vehicles come equipped with one spare set of hiking poles in case a guest requires them at short notice.
All other equipment required for optional adventure activities will be provided by our suppliers.
Similar QuestionsServiced laundry facilities are available on tours that stay 2 nights in the following towns:
Your passport is the most important travel document you'll need to visit Ireland.
To board our tours, you'll need to show us proof of your tour voucher (either on your device or in printed form). Your voucher will be emailed to you before your tour.
The only other document we require is your disclaimer. This can be signed digitally. We'll email you a link to complete this process before your tour.
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Check Your Passport Expiry Date Before Booking. Remember to check that your passport is in date for the duration of your stay in Ireland.
Similar QuestionsThe answer depends on which tour style you have chosen.
Driftwood vehicles have space for luggage onboard. Vagabond vehicles tow a trailer.
Read MoreEuro is the main currency you'll use while touring in the Republic of Ireland.
If your tour visits Northern Ireland, you'll also use Pound sterling (£).
Read MoreWe recommend bringing a small amount of cash in euros to Ireland with you.
Around €300 euro should be more than enough to get you through your first days in Dublin.
Read MoreTipping in Ireland can be confusing if you're visiting from the USA or Canada.
Don't worry! Our top tipping tip is: don't tip unless you really loved the service.
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