Ireland Self Drive Tours

Ireland Self-Drive Tours

Coastal drives, rolling mountain ranges, and scenes literally from the movies. Ireland is made of the driving routes of your road trip dreams.

May The Road Rise Up To Meet You

From the Norman castles, glacial valleys, and Celtic monuments of Northern Ireland to the Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry, and ancient stories of the republic, all roads lead to a proverbial pot of gold in these charming countries.
Getting behind the wheel and driving yourself on your Ireland journey is a joy. Taking any of the epic breathtaking road trips is nothing short of legendary.

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Build Your Tour Sample Itineraries

Itinerary
As expert itinerary planners, we’ll help you craft the perfect tour.
Accommodations
B&Bs and hotels ranging from boutique to 4- and 5-stars. Guesthouses, castles, and more.
Vehicles
Choose your vehicle type and size, from motorcycle to van.
Attractions
Design your trip based on the things you want to see and do.
Interests & Themes
Wine connoisseur, beach lover, or history buff? Use your interests to personalize your trip.
Book With Confidence
Your Self-Drive vacation comes with our By-Your-Side ServiceSM

Inclusions
- Your choice of overnight stays, in some of our favorite places
- Accommodations for every night of your trip in castles, boutique hotels, hotels, and more
- Rental vehicle, a variety of vehicle types and sizes
- All accommodation taxes/fees
- Breakfast every morning
- 24/7 Traveler Hotline
- By-Your-Side ServiceSM
Accommodations
- B&Bs
  The voucher program includes B&B online guide with over 850 B&Bs to choose from.
- Hotels
  We’ll suggest preferred partner properties with a wide range of options, from old-style charm, historic, and boutique to modern and luxury.
- Manor Homes
  Discover Ireland’s collection of 30 properties that provide an original experience.
- Castles
  Choose from authentic and modern castles to enhance your visit to Ireland.
Vehicles
Your self-drive car rental comes with:
- Rental vehicle with available pick-up/drop-off at the airport of your choice and most city-centers.
- Choose from different car sizes, transmission (manual or automatic), vans, luxury options, or motorcycle.
- Included extras
  All compulsory insurance: Collision Damage Waiver insurance (CDW with a deductible), theft protection insurance (TP), VAT sales tax, unlimited free mileage, third party liability insurance, airport surcharge, and a free road map. Upgrades to Super CDW available.
From the size and type of rental car to driving conditions and regulations, there are many things to consider when planning your self-drive vacation. Download our guide to learn more.
Travel Tips
Many overseas rental agencies charge a premium for automatic cars. If you’re used to driving an automatic at home, we recommend renting an automatic. You’ll have enough on your mind without worrying about stalling the engine on the British Isles’ hilly roads.

Every drive takes longer than you think. When passing through towns, major highways often morph into traffic-clogged two-lane streets. Farm vehicles are allowed just about anywhere, including most four-lane roads.

For Your Inspiration

We don’t have “Book Now” tours because every trip is different and customized to your interests and preferences. Need some inspiration? Here are some ideas to get your personal itinerary started.

Specialty Trains of Switzerland

9 Days | 8 Nights

Castles

Outdoor

Culinary

Experience Switzerland’s stunning natural scenery aboard panoramic and specialty trains. From Geneva and Zermatt to St Moritz and Zurich, you’ll explore six Swiss towns in this 9-day itinerary.

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Starting From$8,630per person based on
double occupancy

Svalbard, Norway credit Jarle Roessland-min (1)

Taste of Summertime in Svalbard

5 Days | 4 Nights

Adventure

Outdoor

Family

History

Svalbard is an archipelago of islands just 800 miles from the North Pole, and 1200 miles from the Norwegian mainland, with a rich history and amazing wildlife. During the arctic summer, the midnight sun shines brightly so there is ample time for outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, sea fishing, and wildlife viewing. The Polar Nights during the winter allow for the magic of the northern nights and a variety of outdoor activities.

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Starting From$3,094per person based on
double occupancy

Other Ways to Explore Ireland

Hit the road on your own or enjoy the luxury of having someone else in the driver’s seat. Flexible tours get you there whatever mode fits your journey best, private tours custom made for your group, or the most romantic chapter to add to your story.

No two tours are the same. So how we get you there? That’s up to you.

Chauffeur
The freedom of your own private car, the luxury of your own personal guide. And the very best hidden secrets.

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Rail
Convenient, comfortable, oozing with charm. With a front-row seat to some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.

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Private Group
The trip of a lifetime, personalized just for your group of friends, family, or organization down to every last detail.

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Honeymoon
Every tour is different, perfectly matched for every couple. Crafted by a team who is as excited about your honeymoon as you are.

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