Overland Ireland Reviews

Could not have been any better My wife and I enjoyed a fabulous 10 day tour with Overland. Our guide was amazing, and we experienced a nice variety of lodgings from cozy to extravagant. Hard to imagine the trip being any better and I can't recommend this company highly enough.

Awesome Awesome trip...well planned by Overland! Ireland is a beautiful country. The accommodations were fantastic. Using the Paddy was very easy to follow from one tourist attraction to another.

Tony Totally Awesome It was a small group and the driver Tony made every effort to help and accommodate us! The itinerary was fabulous, the accommodation gorgeous, the group was fun, I could not fault the company!

Outstanding, personalized tour! We had a great experience on the 7 day, ‘Emerald Explorer’ tour with Mark as our driver/guide (days 1-5), along with Breda (days 6-7). We saw and learned so much about many aspects of the beautiful country, people, language and history. Every detail of our tour was carefully and thoughtfully organized. We were busy each day with stops along the way to visit multiple sites of historic or geographic significance — with down time in the late afternoons/evenings to explore on our own. We often chose to grab a pint, or share a meal with our traveling companions, all of whom we now consider friends. Behind the scenes, the office staff (Leah and Cathy) were helpful, responsive and reassuring, answering pre-travel questions via email. “Go raibh míle maith agat,” Overland Ireland!

The Best Way to See a Beautiful Place! THE best way to see the Emerald Isle! Accommodations were fantastic and our tour guide could not have been better. It was lovely to travel the countryside in a small group and then be given time to explore major sites like Giants Causeway, Slieve League and Kenmore Abbey. The herding dog demo and black cab tour of Belfast were just some of the highlights. I feel like I got a wonderful overview of the country. I traveled solo and always felt comfortable and welcomed.

A trip of a lifetime, go while you can get out and explore. My husband and I celebrated our June birthdays in Ireland, the weather was amazing and scenery so beautiful. We went for 15 days and stayed in 7 locations, 2 nights per place. Not having to pack up everyday was a great idea. We went to Dublin, Belfast, Sligo, Galway, Killarney, Wexford and Kilkenny, drive over 3000kms and walk on an average 20000 steps daily. We searched for many lighthouses which brought us to many other interesting sites. I could write all day, some must sees are the giants causeway, the cliffs of Moher, the Cliffs of Kerry, the many beautiful beaches. Remember if you are renting a standard shift. The roads in places are very narrow and you are shifting with left hand, can be challenging the first couple days.😊 The People are extremely friendly.

Patrick O’Mara, outstanding Tour Guide My husband and I had a blast on this small group tour, thanks to our excellent Tour Guide Patrick O’Mara aka Pat. His attitude and energy are contagious topped only by his knowledge of history, culture, language and people skills. Request him and you’ll have a terrific time. We were so lucky to be part of an enthusiastic, silly, fun group that made the voyage memorable.

Unique and memorable experience with Pat The Good: - Local tour guide Pat O'Mara made this an exceptional experience. He is knowledgeable, witty (dry humour), flexible, genuine, and a great all-around human being. Ask him about meeting Seamus. - Activities were flexible. People on the tour could do different activities at the same time depending on interests and abilities. For example, in Westport, some of us shopped and explored the town, some hiked the shorter/lower trails of Croagh Patrick, and some went for the summit. - Small group meant we could make friends with our tour group buddies! Pat was adept at helping all the personalities meld, from the quiet small-town Canadians to the big New York personalities. - The bus was roomy and comfortable. Small enough to traverse little roads and stop at off-the-beaten-track attractions. - Overland Tours themselves were flexible and accommodating as well. When booking the tour, flight schedules were such that we had to arrive in Ireland a few hours after the tour started. Overland was understanding and reassured us that meeting up with the tour group later was not an unusual request. (Actually finding the group/guide was a different story, see below) The Bad: - Zilch. The just OK: - Some of the accommodations were just alright in terms of how comfortable the beds were. Otherwise though the B&Bs that we stayed at were cute and very friendly. - For those with modified schedules (e.g. arriving late), it would have been helpful to have more communication re: our modified start time from Overland. We ended up contacting Overland via emergency channels when we realized the night before our arrival in Ireland that we didn't know who our tour guide was or where exactly to meet them. It all worked out in the end, however.

Touring with Patrick Omara I had the honor and privilege of having Patrick omaraa as our guide and he did a stellar job. He knew his history,,very knowledgeable,very pleasant,,he's an assette to you're company,we will request Patrick on our northern Ireland trip in 2024,Patrick the sisters are coming back

Amazing Experience I had a blast on the 7-day tour of Ireland! It was like a whirlwind adventure filled with amazing spots. We kicked things off in Cashel, where the Rock of Cashel gave us a taste of Irish history and stunning views. Blarney Castle was a blast - I kissed the Blarney Stone! Dingle was all colors and good vibes. Kilarney National Park was a refreshing escape into nature. And the Cliffs of Moher? Wow, what a view! The Aran Islands were a step back in time, and Galway had the best music and food. But the real MVP was our guide, Pat O'Mara. He made the history and stories come alive, and his friendly vibe made the trip extra special. This tour is an absolute must if you want to see the real Ireland with an amazing guide. Don't miss out!

A wonderful experience Really enjoyed our time in Ireland and our experience with Overland Tours contributed to that. A big shout out to Eion our guide on the 7 day emerald explorer. Without a doubt Eion put the icing on the cake with his demeanor and great info on his beautiful country.

Gateone Excellance I would rate the services that my wife and I received as first rate all the way. The tour guide (Jaime) was outstanding. Our driver (Martin) was an amazing driver. The hotel accommodation were excellent. We visited Dublin, Belfast, Derry, Westport, Galway and back to Dublin. The weather was quite rainy, and Jaime found a way to alter some things to keep the group dry. I would do another Gateone Tour in a heartbeat. As a former coach bus driver who has taken many passengers on various tours around the USA, this was the best tour group I have ever been with. 5 stars on this tour

Outstanding Travel with Overland Ireland Tour Outstanding! The Overland Ireland Great Atlantic Adventure (small group) tour was just as advertised but even better than expected. Our guide Pat O'mara was exceptional. Pat paid attention to all the details, small and large, and made sure all participants were informed, comfortable with their activities and safe whether we were together or doing individual activities. Pat shared his vast knowledge about Ireland, the history and sights, including some lesser known places of interest to visit. Pat's sense of humor added to our fun and helped to create a sense of camaraderie. Aside from general history, Pat provided specifics about each place we visited and suggested restaurants and pubs for various types of music and Irish Set Dancing. Lodging was walking distance from all major activities/sights. Our tour was comprised of 14 people of various ages from as young as 10 up to people in their late 70s. You could choose which activities were best suited for you or opt for down time. We went primarily south and west in Ireland and stayed in small guest houses or lodges with a few hotels - breakfast was included at all properties. Places visited included but are not limited to: Rock of Cashel, Blarney Castle and gardens, Kinsale Walking Tour with local guide; Kenmare; Killarney National Park, bike ride though the park including stops at Muckross House and walk to Torc Waterfwall; Dingle, sea kayaking, Slea Head drive, Coumeenoole Beach, Blasket Island Visitor Center, Dunmore Head Hike, Clogher Beach, Gallarus Oratory; Conors Pass, Sheepdog herding demonstration, River Shannon Ferry, Cliffs of Moher hike; drive through parts of Burren National Park; Galway walking tour with local guide; Aran Island ferry to Inishmore -local bus tour or guided bike ride to various parts of the island, walk/hike to Dun Aonghasa Fort; drive through Connemara Mountains, photo stop at the Killary Fjord; Westport, time in the town and hike nearby Croagh Patrick or some of the trails instead including Murrisk Loop hike/walk. Ask for a tour with Pat when booking! We had a fantastic time and have tremendous memories. Overland Ireland had less active tours and ones to other places in Ireland. I highly recommend the company. Enjoy your travels, we did.

Life changing experience! Absolutely the best experience I've ever had. Each day was filled with history and tours of the local communities we visited. I really enjoyed having a small group (16 ppl) who all turned into family after the first day. Our tour guide had deep knowledge of each town and what makes it unique. Overland went above and beyond for me when my luggage was delayed arriving in Ireland. They made calls to the local airport and people they knew to help me. I appreciate their extra effort so much! Bridgette and Jessica are absolutely the best! Sometimes the weather forced us to change plans but every time we were met with an alternate plan quickly so we didn't feel like we missed out on anything due to rain.

Our trip to Ireland with overland and Eoin We just got home from a 7day tour of Ireland with overland Ireland and we thrilled we had the time of our lives! The beauty of Ireland is magnificent the food was great and the people are so friendly, but Eoin our guide is what really made it so special! He is knowledgeable and charming and funny and worked so hard to show everyone a great time and a trip that was truly unforgettable!!!!

Trip of a Lifetime!! Words cannot truly express how spectacular our Overland Ireland trip was with Finn as our guide!! Fourteen of us just returned from the trip of a lifetime! Not only were the sights extraordinary but Finn entertained us with history and stories along the way that truly made us fall in love with Ireland! We biked through Killarney Park, visited the Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands, went on walking tours in Kinsale and Galway and visited a farm! Each day offered a new town and experience. Finn became part of our group in no time!! He was kind, flexible, knowledgeable and funny!! He ensured our large group had dinner reservations if we needed them in each town and quickly offered alternative activities, etc. if the weather wasn’t in our favor. We feel very lucky that we had Finn as our guide!! I highly recommend Overland Ireland and Finn!!! (Also a big shoutout to Jessica and Leah in the office for their organizational skills and prompt attention to questions!!)

Absolutely Spectacular!! I cannot say enough good things about or give a higher review of this trip and our guide, Finn! He was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. He made every van ride and stop interesting. His sense of humor really made the trip sensational. He fit right into the verbal judo that was going on amongst our group. Finn could give it and he could take it. He was also good on the fly and able to change plans with the weather or any special stops someone may have wanted to see. Every day had options for everyone. There was some hiking, some bike riding, some kayaking, some walking tours and if that wasn’t your thing there were always other options. The sights we saw were breathtaking! The hotel accommodations were great! Breakfast was included and there were stops for lunch everyday. Every afternoon there was time to explore our destinations, get dinner and visit a pub or two. I absolutely loved this trip! Highly recommend!

☘️On the Road☘️ Shout out & 5 ⭐️’s to “Danny the Driver” from the “On the road” group! Our trip couldn’t have been better! And this was due to Danny’s excellent driving and knowledge of Ireland history, past and present! We saw everything we had wanted to see! Then we saw things we had never expected to see. Great restaurants and pub recommendations too! I’m telling everyone this small group tour is the way to go. If you are fortunate enough to travel, book Overland! Hopefully you will be fortunate enough to have Danny as your guide!

7 day Ireland Trip Amazing 7 day trip through Ireland. Many highlights - loved Kayaking on Dingle Bay, e-bike on Aran Island. Tour guide (Finn) was fantastic, he made great recommendations and was flexible. Highly recommend Overland Ireland and Finn as your guide!