Ireland Travel Guide

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Rainbow over the Cliffs of Moher in Ireland

Best Time to Visit Ireland

Ireland is lively and authentic, scenic and inviting, with a rich heritage influenced by the land, sea, and shifting seasons. Here, we highlight the best...
Fanad Head Lighthouse in Donegal, Ireland

7 Best Places to Visit in Ireland

Ireland is all charm, history, and delight, with incredible hospitality and an endless list of best places to visit. Villages rise from lush hills, standing...
Rock of Cashel in County Tipperary, Ireland

Top 8 Things to Do in Ireland

Ireland’s incredible natural beauty has shaped its culture, giving way to fascinating things to do. From seaside villages to dramatic castles, prehistoric...
Dunluce Castle in  Bushmills, Northern Ireland

How to Plan a Trip to Ireland: Frequently Asked Questions

Rich in culture and tradition, and blending Victorian architecture and contemporary life, Ireland is a fascinating destination, and here we answer our...
Road through the Dark Hedges in Northern, Ireland

How to Get Around Ireland: Best Transportation for Travelers

Ireland is a small country that’s quite easy to get around, and in this article we highlight the best transportation options to consider for your trip....
Powerscourt House & Gardens in County Wicklow, Ireland

Top 12 Things to Do in Ireland for Seniors

From incredible cliffs to captivating cultural history, the top things to do in Ireland for seniors unveil the diversity of the Emerald Isle to immerse...
Macross House, Killarney National Park, County Kerry, Ireland

10 Most Romantic Destinations in Ireland

The most romantic places in Ireland for couples can immerse you in natural beauty, cultural charm, and endless splendor. With fairytale castles, soaring...
Rock of Cashel in County Tipperary, Ireland

6 Best Castles in Ireland

Ireland is a land of green countryside, stone bridges, and fairytale architecture set in breathtaking gardens, and planning ahead will help you discover...
Senior cyclist biking along scenic Irish coastal cliffs with blue ocean waves and rugged landscapes

Our 6 Best Ireland Tours for Seniors

Ireland's enchanting landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality make it an incredible destination for senior travelers. Our best Ireland...
Killaloe in County Clare. Photo courtesy of Fáilte Ireland

12 Best Irish Towns to Visit

Ireland boasts lush landscapes, friendly locals, and rich traditions, and we have selected the best Irish towns for you to discover on your visit to Ireland....
The St Finbarr's Oratory at Gougane Barra, County Cork, Ireland.

Top 11 Off-the-Beaten-Path Destinations in Ireland

The top 11 off-the-beaten-path destinations in Ireland unveil the hidden treasures often associated with the small towns, charming villages, and engaging...
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How to Plan Your Zicasso Trip Budget in 3 Easy Steps

Knowing your budget is an essential component of any trip-planning process. Whether the sky's the limit or you have specific parameters, a customized...
Balloons over Cappadocia in Turkey.

How to Plan Your Zicasso Trip in 4 Easy Steps

Explore the world with Zicasso by working with top travel specialists who will bring your dream vacation to life. Our primary goal is to make planning,...
Whiskey tasting experience in Ireland,Photo courtesy of Fennell Photography / Jameson Distillery

14 Artisan Experiences in Ireland

Ireland’s artisan experiences share a rich heritage far beyond the stunning landscapes and famous landmarks. It’s a land where age-old traditions are...

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Reviews of Zicasso's Ireland Tours & Vacations

Based on 308 verified traveler reviews.

Scott H.
Ireland, Scotland Father-Daughter Trip Review: Dublin, Edinburgh, Irish Countryside, Scottish Countryside, Private Tour, 9 Days

My adult daughter and I just returned from our wonderful nine-day trip to Ireland and Scotland. We are very, very happy with the travel services Zicasso's travel company and their team provided for us. Their assistance in the design, planning, arrangement-making, and execution of our trip was first-rate in all ways, enhanced by friendly, professional, and timely communication all along the way. The company earned our praise and trust.

Kudos to Zicasso for having high-quality travel-service companies like them in your network. We will highly recommend both companies to others and will keep both in our first considerations if we are fortunate enough to consider and plan for future overseas trips.

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Dan M.
Ireland Tour Review: 11 Nights

Our trip to Ireland was fantastic and it could not have been so without the help and expertise of Zicasso's travel designer. Her input was invaluable. From the onset, she took the time to determine what we wanted from our vacation and her recommendations were spot-on.

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Nancy B.
Scotland Vacation Review: Castles, 12 Nights

We were extremely happy with the support we received from Zicasso’s travel designer in planning our trip to Ireland and Scotland. The recommended trip itinerary allowed us to leverage our shorter time in Ireland and really get to experience a lot of Scotland, where we spent more of the vacation.

We were very happy with the selected hotels and the guides in each country. Transportation was well planned and went smoothly.

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Mildred H.
Ireland Tour Review: Bru Na Boinne Burial Grounds, Rock of Cashel, Kylemore Abbey, Sheepdog Demonstrations, 12 Nights

We had a great trip to Ireland! I appreciated how Zicasso's travel company helped plan the trip, listening to where I thought we wanted to go and making suggestions to create the trip plan. All of the guides and drivers did well and we enjoyed getting to know them.

Even though the weather did not cooperate for several days, we enjoyed seeing other sights. We also enjoyed all of the hotels we stayed at. Overall, the travel company did an excellent job and we would use them again!

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Katherine P.
Ireland, Scotland Family Vacation Review: Ring of Kerry, Hiking, 11 Nights

We had an absolutely magnificent trip to Ireland and Scotland, beautifully planned and organized by Zicasso's travel company. The communication with our agent was fantastic and she tailored a trip that perfectly fit everything we wanted. From personal tours with locals in each area to excellent recommendations for meals and other activities, we had a wonderful family trip!


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Haneen S.
Ireland Vacation Review: Dublin, Rock of Cashel, Blarney Stone, Cork, Westport, Gap of Dunloe, Cliffs of Moher, Achill Island, Private Driver, Local Cuisine, Scenery, 8-Day Tour

This Ireland trip was absolutely incredible. Our family of 13 ranged from three to 70 years old and we loved it so much. Working with Zicasso’s travel agent was so easy. During the planning stage, she accommodated my calls and emails, executing perfectly on a flawless itinerary.

We loved starting out in Dublin and then traveling to the stunning Irish countryside by way of private driver. We saw so much, from the Rock of Cashel to the Blarney Stone, the English market in Cork, and the café in Cork, which was a highlight for us!

Our absolute favorite accommodation was our lodge in County Kerry, which was a stunning property that took our experience to the next level.

The Gap of Dunloe and Cliffs of Moher were two of our favorite tours.

The travel company handled all the logistics with precision! Every transfer, tour, and activity was meticulously planned, allowing my family and me to fully immerse without worry. And our guide/driver, well, he was the absolute best. He became the 14th family member by the end of our eight-day road trip together!

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