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Reviewed September 22, 2023

If are you looking to see beautiful scenery, challenging hikes and learn about Ireland history, culture and have a blast, this is the tour for you! We were so lucky to have David O'Boyle as our tour guide who kept our group of 12 laughing during our drives and entertained during our loop trek of Northern Ireland. He truly made the trip memorable sharing personal stories and experiences adding that something extra for an amazing trip. We are a family of 4 and was joined by a larger family of 8 and by the end of the trip made some new friends! If you are not into hiking, getting wet from the unexpected rain or going on adventures, the Vagabond tours will not be the right choice, chose the Driftwood. Tips: Pack light and use packing cubes, you are switching hotels every night. Research where to eat on the days when on your own, there is only so much Fish and Chips one can eat....We flew in a day earlier and went to Kilmainham Gaol and the Book of Kells, book your tickets a month ahead of time.

Date of experience: August 2023
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robrankinvagabond, Owner at Vagabond Tours, responded to this reviewResponded September 27, 2023

Thank you for your wonderful review and for choosing Vagabond Tours for your adventure of Ireland. We're delighted to hear that you and your family had an amazing trip and that David made it truly memorable with his humor and personal touch. It's fantastic to know that you not only enjoyed the scenery, hikes, and cultural experiences but also made new friends along the way. This is what makes small group tours so special. It lets you tour with like minded guests and give you the opportunity to create new friendships.
Thank you for your travel tips for future guests, we appreciate your recommendation for those seeking an active and adventurous journey.
Thanks again and we hope to welcome you and your family back for more unforgettable experiences with us in the future.

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Reviewed September 22, 2023

If you want to truly experience the best of Ireland, definitely consider booking a tour with Vagabond. Everything about this company is the best! We had to rebook a couple of times because of scheduling conflicts and the staff was easy to work with and so accommodating. We just completed our 12-Day Giant Irish Adventure and it was one of the best vacations we have ever had. From the start, Rob, Vagabond's owner, was there to see us off and our guide/driver Eamonn was personable, professional, funny, informative, and accommodating. He made sure all 13 of us we cared for and secure. We had wonderful hikes and explorations and a variety of excellent accommodations. He even arranged a surfboard rental for me so I could surf the Wild Atlantic Coast at Spanish Point.
Vagabond is the best company and offers wonderful tours with a great price point. This is the way travel should be!

Date of experience: September 2023
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robrankinvagabond, Owner at Vagabond Tours, responded to this reviewResponded September 27, 2023

Thank you so much for your incredible review! We're absolutely delighted to hear about your fantastic experience on your Giant Irish Adventure tour. It's great to know that our team, from the staff who assisted with rebooking to your guide Eamonn, left such a positive impression on your journey. It is our priority to give our guests a seamless and stress free journey from start to finish.
We're thrilled that you enjoyed the hikes, accommodations, and even had the opportunity to surf the Wild Atlantic Coast. We're truly grateful for your kind recommendation and we hope to see you back in Ireland again soon!

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Reviewed September 22, 2023

Vagabond Tour was amazing. Everything ran like clockwork not one glitch in the 12 days we were on this tour. Our Guide Eamonn was very knowledgeable about the history of The Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Also had great suggestions for dinner and where to find good music. He kept us entertained with stories and music. Would highly recommend Vaganond Tours.

Date of experience: September 2023
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robrankinvagabond, Owner at Vagabond Tours, responded to this reviewResponded September 27, 2023

Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that your Vagabond Tour was amazing and that everything went smoothly throughout the 12 days. Eamonn is a true gem and we are so lucky to have him on our team of excellent guides. Eamonn's knowledge and enthusiasm for Ireland's history is what makes him such a special guide.
We appreciate your high recommendation, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more unforgettable adventures in the future. Cheers to Ireland☘️

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Reviewed September 22, 2023

We experienced the small towns and wonderful culture along the Wild Atlantic’s Way and into the South with your awesome guides! We really enjoyed the small group experience and the selected inns & tour stops along the way!! The two days at Gougane Barra (country-side near Bantry) and Emlagh House (Dingle) were simply the best too. ❤️🇮🇪
We are telling everyone how great an adventure we had with Vagabond/ Driftwood!

Date of experience: September 2023
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robrankinvagabond, Owner at Vagabond Tours, responded to this reviewResponded September 27, 2023

Thank you for your kind words and glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing adventure exploring the small towns and experiencing the rich culture along the Wild Atlantic Way and the south west of Ireland.
The small group experience and carefully selected tour stops are all part of our commitment to providing exceptional journeys.
It's great to hear that your two days at Gougane Barra and Emlagh House were the best, and we appreciate your enthusiasm in sharing your experience with others.
We can't wait to welcome you back for more incredible Irish adventures in the future. Thanks again

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Reviewed September 22, 2023

We did an 11 day Driftwood tour and can’t say enough positives about the experience. Our group numbered 15, in a comfortable Mercedes touring van with Danny as our driver and guide. To be sure, an 11 day circumnavigation of the Island is a long trip….It’s Tuesday, It Must Be Belgium….but there are no regrets and you see a great variety of scenes and sights. Our guide had a wonderful sense of humor, was a great story teller and was very knowledgeable. The accommodations we stayed in were A+ and a great breakfast was always included. Most of the time you had plenty of choices for where to eat lunch and dinner. Suffice it to say, you will probably be very pleased with everything about your Vagabond tour.

Date of experience: August 2023
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robrankinvagabond, Owner at Vagabond Tours, responded to this reviewResponded September 26, 2023

We greatly appreciate you for taking the time to leave a review of your recent Driftwood tour. We're glad to hear that you had a fantastic experience exploring Ireland. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the diverse scenes and sights throughout your journey. Danny is a fantastic guide with a great sense of humour. He loves showcasing the best of Ireland along with telling historic stories about the country and sites.
We select the accommodations we think are most comfortable for our guests as comfort for guests is a priority for us.
Thanks again for your review. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Ireland again in the future.

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