Paul Egan: An Absolute Gem of a Guide Our 3-day journey through Ireland with Paul Egan was nothing short of extraordinary. He's not simply a driver, but a true companion who elevates the entire travel experience. From the moment we met, Paul's warmth and genuine interest in us shone through. He's an active listener, always attuned to our needs and preferences. He effortlessly balanced providing insightful commentary with giving us space to enjoy quiet moments. Paul's knowledge of Ireland is remarkable. He shared fascinating historical tidbits and local legends, weaving captivating narratives that brought the landscape to life. His recommendations were spot-on, ensuring we experienced the best of Ireland's hidden gems and iconic landmarks. He went above and beyond to ensure our trip was seamless. He offered invaluable advice for my daughter's upcoming move to Ireland, showcasing his genuine care and dedication. Paul's driving skills are impeccable, making us feel safe and secure throughout the journey. His sense of humor and easygoing nature made every moment enjoyable. If you're fortunate enough to have Paul as your guide, you're in for an unforgettable adventure. He's not just a driver; he's a storyteller, a confidante, and a true ambassador for Ireland's beauty and charm. Book him now - you won't regret it!

We signed up for 2 one-day private tours with Elegant Irish Tours. The first tour was from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher. The second tour was from Dublin to Giants Causeway. Both tours greatly exceeded our expectations. The places that we saw were amazing, but the 2 drivers we had (Mick & Richie) were so nice and friendly. They knew so much about the history of each of the areas we traveled through and we stopped along the way at interesting photo opportunities. They were so very flexible and gave us a so much as part of the tour than we would have gotten with the larger group tour. I highly recommend the private tour option if it fits your budget. The company is top-notch and communicated very well every step along the way during registration and prior to the actual tour(s) happening. Thank you Mick and Richie and Elegant Irish Tours for providing amazing tours and very friendly and interesting days for us!

I booked a small group tour from Dublin to Belfast and Giants Causeway. There were only 6 of us. James was our driver/guide, and everything was great. I'd love to spend more time at Giants Causeway, but it was a long day and a long drive. Also we all took 'black taxi' option in Belfast ('Titanic museum' was another option) and it was very interesting.

We signed up for a small group tour and ended up on a huge bus with a promise of a refund of the difference. Apparently our small group driver didn't show up! Well it is August and we have yet to hear back from Elegant Irish Tours after three emails. Very disappointing!

There were many things wrong, but the most egregious is the driver stopped to pick up a hitchhiker! This was without the consent of 17 paying passengers and potentially put all of us at risk. Driver talked incessantly about his personal life history and the real estate prices in Dublin. He made offensive comments about migrants coming to Ireland. But he gave us little information about Glendalough before we visited, so we had no context for a very interesting place. On the way back to the ship he inexplicably put on religious music without asking the passengers. I found it offensive as did others I talked to.

Horrible Experience. Booked this through PaddyWagon Tours but it’s booked actually with Elegant Irish Tours. This is surely the worst “tour” I’ve ever been on. It was nowhere near what was described on your website. See comments below; 1. The information states we would be taken in style by a van with no more than 25 passengers. There were 8 of us stuffed into a taxi which smelled like smoke. The only air circulation was from windows. But when they were open they blew in the face of the passengers in the last seat. I personally don’t consider this being “taken in style”. 2. We were supposed to enjoy a panoramic view of Cork while our guide points out highlights. We did not have a tour guide. After we were driving for 20 minutes or so I finally asked where we were. Not at any time prior to that did he speak about anything we were passing. At that point I knew something was up. When we stopped I asked about this. Our driver admittedly stated he was not a guide and would try the best he can. He was called the night before to take us. He pointed out nothing throughout the day as stated in your description of the tour. Even if he would have said anything those of us stuck in the back couldn’t hear him. 3. We were dropped off in Cork for a few minutes, but really had no understanding as to why. We didn’t have time for lunch. He dropped us off in front of Carrolls gift shop. I want a refund for this tour. You should have contacted us the day before saying you don’t have a tour guide or a comfortable van (luxury). We could have chosen to go or not, but the company decided to stick us in a taxi with someone who has no knowledge of history or points of interest. Or maybe we could have been added to another tour? But no - we sat uncomfortably for hours. It’s really despicable.

We did private tours to Cliffs of Moher and Giants Causeway. There was good communication from the office staff in arranging the tours, and our guide was Mick for both tours. Mick was punctual, courteous, friendly, and a wealth of knowledge. I will use Elegant Irish Tours again and ask for Mick when we return to Ireland!

Tour locations were excellent but beware you may not get what you expect. Advertised was a small group bus with Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a guided tour. We got a stuffed taxi (8 adults plus the driver) rather than van with no air, no commentary other than friendly banter, no water or Wi-Fi as advertised. Chris was great as a driver and got us to each location, but this was a taxi ride rather than tour. We still enjoyed the experience and would give the tour operator another chance.

I recently took a private two day tour with Elegant Irish Tour company from Dublin to Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, and Dingle, and it exceeded all our expectations. Our group, which included a 10-year-old child, my husband and I in our 40s, and my parents in their 70s, had an amazing experience. Dan B., our driver and tour guide, was exceptional. His deep knowledge of Ireland and engaging storytelling captivated us all, regardless of age. Dan’s enthusiasm and passion for the country’s history and landscapes made the tour both educational and entertaining. His flexibility and attention to our needs were particularly impressive. He took the time to provide us with information and adjust the itinerary to ensure the tour was exactly what we wanted. His smooth and safe driving also allowed us to fully enjoy the stunning scenery without any worries. He absolutely made our trip! We wish he could have continued on with us for our entire vacation. The tour was perfectly tailored to accommodate our diverse group. The thoughtfully planned itinerary allowed us to explore each destination at a comfortable pace. From the vibrant charm of Killarney to the awe-inspiring Ring of Kerry and the picturesque Dingle, every stop was a highlight. I will admit, I was a bit skeptical since the booking communication is solely through email and not necessarily a “booking site”. However, the responses were prompt, professional and accommodating. Elegant Irish Tour company provided a wonderful experience for our multigenerational group, and Dan B. made it truly memorable. I highly recommend them for anyone looking to explore Ireland with ease and enjoyment.

Did a private day trip from Dublin to Belfast. Lots of issues - Couldn't get a detailed itinerary before we left (just a list of key places that was in not in the order we did them). No time set aside all day for a meal (just snacks waiting for the next thing - I tried to pre-book a meal on my own and was told not too). No guide with us just a driver who delivered us to places. Vehicle was too small for our 7 people (not the vehicle in their pictures). No ability to customize the trip before leaving (I tried and they said no) but the driver kept offering new options during the drive that I hadn't done any research on to see if we'd like to do (Game of Thrones Studio, visit to Howth).

My daughter and I three, private - 1 day tours from Dublin: Cliffs of Moher with Nick, Giants Causeway and the Titanic Experience with Mick and Blarney Castle and Cobh with Brighid. All three were excellent! If I could do it again, I would have more time in Blarney Castle (the grounds are stunning) and more time in Cobh which has a lot of history around the Titanic and immigration. We loved our private tours - even though they were long days - each of our guides provided extra stops and many additional areas of interest. I only had one small issue and that was with the office staff but that was resolved quickly.

Wasn’t on a tour but the couch was speeding rushing to make the red light not indicating when turning into lanes nearly took me off the road if did is the way they drive wouldn’t like to be on a tour with them

Make sure you confirm your booking! Booked the Small group Giants Causeway and Belfast tour directly through their site. Bus didn't show up, never contacted by the company with explanation. Luckily the driver from another tour of these came to the pick up and point and offered to take me on that tour. Won't be booking with them again.

After their stressing for us to be on time to the meeting place, our group of 7 was left waiting at cruise ship for 50 minutes. One opted not to go by then. When after 50 minutes our vehicle had not arrived we were just put in a taxi and driver asked us where we were going. (Really, you are supposed to be our guide). They said we would leave early and beat most of the large cruise bus tours so the line would not be so long at Blarney Stone but of course that didn’t happen. Line was over 1 1/2 hours by then. Also, we did not receive the skip the line tickets as advertised and waited to get in. Upon leaving Blarney we went to our meet place but could not find driver we called him and had to walk around a parking lot for 15 minutes. After calling him again we finally located him. Advertised Wi-Fi, water and a commentary of the areas we passed. We received none of that. He spent the entire drive chatting with the woman in the front seat but those in the second and third row got nothing out of it. Went to Jameson and he went to the wrong place so we had to turn around and drive back through town to get to correct place. Driver was friendly but this was not what we paid for and not a good day. Avoid this company

There were two tours by the same company and neither awaited us with a black van from Elegant Irish Tours. One tour had NO vehicle and the other had a full size coach. Ultimately our "small group" tour to the Blarney Castle and Jameson Distillery was in the full size coach but with just a small group so we had plenty of room to spread out. The Blarney Castle and grounds were amazing and we enjoyed our lunch there. The Jameson tour guide, Ambroise, was excellent ~ we learned a lot, loved the tasting, and enjoyed our mixed drink at the end of the tour. There was not much narration about the other sites mentioned in the description (St. Finbarr’s Cathedral, the Shandon Bells, the English Market, River Lee, Charles Fort and James Fort) but the two highlighted venues were well worth the expense.