The 10 Best Bus Tours in County Mayo, Western Ireland

If you love to immerse yourself in beautiful scenery and prefer a personalized private tour, then come and join me for a day trip on the beautiful Achill Island. Let it be a journey to rest your mind and nourish your soul. Scenic walks can be included if you prefer walking to driving. Depending on the length of the day and on your “exploration mode”, my little addition to the current trip would be visiting Ireland’s own Titanic Village and Titanic Memorial Park in Lahardaun in County Mayo. If you wish to enhance your visual experience while on the journey, there is an option to listen to the haunting contemporary Irish music by Seán Ó Riada, Mícheál Ó Súilleabháin, Patrick Cassidy and many more. I’m driving a Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid 2017, with very comfortable seating for up to three people. I can stop any time at your request.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Healthy drinks on board:natural lemonades, smoothies, juices and water. Stops at your request.

Exclusions: Lunch

Your private chauffeur / guide will pick you up at an address within Galway city and at a time of your choosing. The two main tour routes from Galway are: The Cliffs of Moher and the Burren - site visit options outlined Connemara - site visit options outlined The tour lasts 8 hours from the pick up time and you can visit the sites of your choosing within those 8 hours. We can also organise tours to any location of your choosing from Galway. Your private chauffeur / guide will return you to an address within Galway city of your choosing at the end of the 8 hours.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: All meals and refreshments are not included, Gratuities, Entry fees to the various sites are not included

Your Irish Experience begins here. The Ultimate 10 day small group tour (max 15 people) of Ireland covers the length and breadth, north and south of our magical Emerald Isle. Spoil yourself on this ten day tour with unrivaled scenery, a feast of tradition, history, culture, castles and the great outdoors. You will have an unforgettable experience on your tour exploring everything from kayaking with dolphins in Dingle Bay to the magnificent sights on the Ring of Kerry. Prepare to be awestruck by Ireland’s most famous landmark – The Cliffs of Moher, fall in love with the bustling bohemian Galway City and the Aran Islands. Cross the border to Northern Ireland and lose yourself at the Giants Causeway and be blown away at the Titanic Belfast. This is a trip of a lifetime.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 9 nights local boutique hotel and guesthouse accommodation, carefully selected by our team, Great breakfast (daily) suitable for meet lovers, vegetarians, vegans, gluten free and other needs,, Professional qualified Irish tour guide other local tour guides for the great Irish experience, Transport to all locations by air-conditioned by class leading Mercedes Sprinter busses , Kayak excursion in Dingle Bay, Distillery tour, Rock of Cashel, Kiss The Blarney Stone, Cycling tours (Galway and Aran Islands), Cliffs of Moher, Walking Tour London Derry, Titanic Experience

Exclusions: Lunch and dinner, Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Black Cab Tour Belfast

The tour travels along the Wild Atlantic way as far as Westport in County Mayo. During the tour travellers will be immersed in the Irish landscape, where they will hike, cycle and experience Ireland’s rugged beauty. On each day of the tour there is a guided hike or cycle in a spectacular location. The tour visits the signature discovery points along the Wild Atlantic Way route. BEYOND THE GLASS ADVENTURE TOURS specialise in small group adventure tours on Ireland’s WILD ATLANTIC WAY.  Taking you off the beaten track to experience adventure, culture and history all while being immersed in Ireland’s stunning natural landscape - the ultimate adventure travel experience. Tour departs from a central Cork city location. 

Inclusions: 7 nights accommodation, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Small-group tour with full attention of your knowledgeable and experienced guide, All activities, Bike tours and Hiking Tours, Local Driver/guide with Live commentary on board, All required equipment (bicycle and helmet) outside of your required gear listed.

Exclusions: Meals and snacks (outside of your breakfast) are not included in your tour price.

This epic 12 day adventure tour of Ireland effortlessly explores more of Ireland than most Irish people will visit in their lifetime. From the Giant’s Causeway in the very north east to the Blarney Stone in the south west, the tour is filled with amazing and varied scenery, fantastic walks, great outdoor activity options. Not forgetting the fascinating historical and legendary sites as well as covering most of the Wild Atlantic Way. On our 12 day tour you will experience and learn about both the modern and ancient history of Ireland. The ‘Giant Irish Adventure Tour’ is made up of our award winning 8 day tour with the added bonus of experiencing Northern Ireland and the north west coast. This really is a tour of a lifetime.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Off the beaten track adventure in a 4X4 tour vehicle, Services of highly trained professional tour guides, 12 full days on tour, 11 nights accommodation (10 nights 4* hotel & 3* boutique guesthouse, 1 night in a castle), 11 Full Irish breakfasts, All relevant taxes, Loads of laughs, Most daily activities and visits, including:, Fantastic guided walks, Demonstrations of local craftsmen at work

Exclusions: Some optional entrance fees and additional activity options, for example:, Horse-riding (Available on request), Sea-Kayaking (Available on request), Bike touring in Killarney National Park (Available on request), Boat trip to the Skellig Islands (extremely weather dependent) (Available on request), Black Cab taxi tour of Belfast (Available on request), Bushmills Whiskey Distillery (Available on request), Walking tour of Derry (Available on request), Carrick a Rede Rope Bridge (Available on request), We try and keep any additional costs to a minimum and these activities account for only a small part of the daily activities on tour. As we stated above, most of the historical sites we visit are free to enter, as of course are the walks and beaches. The additional activities we do offer are ones that have proved to be a big success over the years.

With a maximum of 14 people we provide you with the best experience in Ireland. Our vehicles are comfortable and driving times are kept to a minimum. By going off the beaten path and using local guides where ever we go you get the real Irish experience and get to live like a local during your tour. With plenty of things to do and free time build in this tour offers something for everyone.  

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 6 nights local guesthouse or boutique hotel accommodation, carefully selected by our team, Historical tour with nibbles, Professional qualified Irish tour guide, Transport to all locations by air-conditioned mini Coach, Kayak excursion in Dingle Bay, Distillery tour, Kiss The Blarney Stone, Guided hiking, Cycling tours (Galway and Aran Islands), Cliffs of Moher, All taxes

Exclusions: Lunch and dinner, Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

We start our adventures in the west of Ireland, where we travel through beautiful Connemara, one of the beautiful remote regions of Ireland.Then it's on to Galway, Ireland's trendy party capital on the west coast! Enjoy a pint or two in the great traditional pubs of Galway. We continue our adventures as we travel down the west coast, with the highlight of the drive being time to visit the Cliffs of Moher - at 214m high, these cliffs were the Cliffs of Insanity in the movie Princess Bride! We continue to County Kerry, and the magical town of Killarney. A priceless opportunity to get to know the charming Irish people a little better! Onward to the Dingle Peninsula! Rugged mountains, romantic sandy beaches and crystal cascades sparkle as the Paddywagon cruises into the lovely Dingle Peninsula, and we stay overnight in the charming village of Annascaul. We also kiss the Blarney Stone on our return to Dublin. You cant beat this for value, a great 4 days!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, 3 nights accommodation (Galway, Dingle Peninsula, Killarney), Fun Professional Guide, Live commentary on board, Transport by air conditioned coach, WiFi on board, USB Ports at every seat

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Dinner

See the highlights of Northern Ireland and explore the Republic of Ireland’s Atlantic coast on a 5-day tour from Dublin! With an expert local guide to show you around, the exciting package includes a tour of Belfast’s Titanic Quarter, as well as visits to the Giant’s Causeway and city of Derry. Enjoy 3-star hotel or B&B accommodation in Portrush, Donegal and Westport, and explore the western counties that line Ireland’s coastline like Mayo and Connemara. Enjoy walks, tours and plenty of time at leisure to get to know the area’s famous scenery, culture and history. Numbers are limited to 16 on this small-group tour, ensuring you'll see everything with personalized attention from your guide

Inclusions: 4 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast (B&B or 3-star Hotel), Driver Guide, Small-group tour (maximum 16 passengers), Transport by air-conditioned mini-coach

Exclusions: Gratuities, Meals and refreshments, Admission fees

Discover the dramatic beauty of Connemara with its rugged wilderness, welcoming locals and historic treasures, on this full-day trip from Galway city. Traveling with an expert guide, your tour visits Ross Errilly Friary, pretty Cong village and must-see Kylemore Abbey. Spend time at leisure in these Irish gems and enjoy stunning scenery in between each visit.

Inclusions: Professional Local Driver/Guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance Fee to Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden

Visit the stunning land of Connemara with its mountains, lakes and unspoilt views. The romantic castle that is now Kylemore Abbey and the wildest of the beaten path routes through Lough NaFooey valley, Cong village and so much more. You will be taken on a journey not only by air-conditioned coach but by the stories and history, humor and passion that your guides have for this region.

Inclusions: Professional Local Driver/Guide, Live commentary on board, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance Fee to Kylemore Abbey & Gardens