What's the typical length of multi-day tours starting in Dublin?

Multi-day tours from Dublin generally run between 7 and 14 days. The 13-day Wild Grande tour follows Ireland's Atlantic coastline while the 11-day Ultimate Irish Experience covers key highlights. A TourRadar traveler shares "Our journey through Ireland was perfectly paced across the days letting us experience everything from the stunning Cliffs of Moher to charming villages while staying in great locations like The Ashling Hotel in Dublin and the Killarney Plaza Hotel."

What are the most common starting points for tours starting in Dublin?

Dublin tours begin from convenient central locations. Popular meeting spots include Nassau Street across from the Kilkenny Shop and O'Connell Street Upper near the Gresham Hotel. College Green and Dame Street near Trinity College serve as additional departure points. STM Tours gather at 59 O'Connell Street Upper while Rabbie's Tours leave from Nassau Street. A TourRadar traveler confirms: "Our meeting point was very easy to find and centrally located."

What type of accommodations can I expect when starting the tour in Dublin?

Dublin tour accommodations feature 3-4 star properties like The Ashling Hotel on Parkgate Street and The Gibson Hotel near the city center. Each room comes with a private bathroom and guests receive a full Irish breakfast. According to a TourRadar reviewer: "The Ashling Hotel was a perfect starting point - comfortable rooms helpful staff and an easy walk to major attractions."

What are the most popular destinations visited right after Dublin?

Most tours head west to Galway and the Cliffs of Moher (3 hours drive) or south to Cork and Blarney Castle (4 hours drive) after leaving Dublin. These routes allow travelers to quickly transition from city to countryside. As one TourRadar traveler notes: "The transition from Dublin's urban energy to Ireland's stunning countryside was seamless as we headed to the magnificent Cliffs of Moher."

What's the recommended budget per day for tours starting in Dublin?

Daily tour costs from Dublin range from $230 to $545. Premium experiences like the Best of Ireland & Scotland featuring 4-5 star hotels average $545 per day. Mid-range options such as the Wild Atlantic Way tour cost around $285 daily. These rates typically cover lodging breakfast transportation and guided activities based on TourRadar data.

What's the best time of year to start a tour from Dublin?

Tour data shows peak season runs May through September with July and August drawing the largest crowds. Spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) provide milder weather and fewer tourists. A TourRadar reviewer shares: "We started our tour in early September - perfect weather and the summer crowds had thinned out."

Europe Tours from Dublin

Find your perfect adventure! We have 128 tours of Europe that start in Dublin, Ireland. The most popular month is August, and tour lengths range between 3 and 34 days.

10 best Europe tour packages from Dublin

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Explorer
Crossing Europe (24 destinations)
Duration
19 days
Destinations
Ireland Wales England France Switzerland Italy
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Europamundo
From
US$3,855per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Crossing Europe end Rome (21 destinations)
Duration
17 days
Destinations
Ireland Wales England France Switzerland Italy
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Europamundo
From
US$3,514per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Ireland to Istanbul
Duration
29 days
Destinations
Ireland Wales England France Netherlands Germany Czech Republic Hungary Romania Turkey+4 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Interrailing Packages
From
US$3,875per person
Price based on Shared Room
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River Cruise
Jewels of Europe with Majestic Britain & Ireland
Duration
34 days
Destinations
Ireland Northern Ireland Scotland England Netherlands Germany Austria Hungary+3 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Ships
Scenic Crystal Scenic Jewel Scenic Jade Scenic Jasper Scenic Opal +4 ships
Operated in
English
Operator
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours
10% Off
From $20,266
US$18,323per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
9 nights Ireland, Scotland & Northern lights
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Ireland Scotland Norway
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Wanderful Holidays LLC
21% Off
From $3,299
US$2,606per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
From Dublin to London
4.9 (64 traveler reviews)
"It was a great journey and adventure with other people."
Nelda, traveled in July
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Ireland Wales England
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Cosmos
12% Off
From $2,149
US$1,899per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Scottish Isles: Historic Trails & Wilderness 2027
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Ireland Northern Ireland Scotland England
Age Range
Ages 12+
Ship
Scenic Eclipse
Operated in
English
Operator
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours
60% Off
From $29,990
US$11,955per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Majestic Britain and Ireland
Duration
20 days
Destinations
Ireland Northern Ireland Scotland England
Age Range
Ages 18+
Operated in
English
Operator
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours
2% Off
From $11,719
US$11,451per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
From Dublin to Southern England
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Ireland Wales England
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
South East England
Operated in
English
Operator
Europamundo
2% Off
From
US$1,473per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Best of Ireland & Scotland - Premium (Classic) (including Shannon)
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Ireland Northern Ireland Scotland
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Brendan Vacations
2% Off
From
US$6,675per person
Price based on Shared Room
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In-depth Cultural
Highlights of Ireland and Scotland - Signature
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"The plan and execution went very smoothly. Our driver and guide were excellent."
Mary, traveled in June
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Ireland Northern Ireland Scotland England
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Brendan Vacations
10% Off
From $3,750
US$3,375per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
From the Liffey to the Thames
5.0 (186 traveler reviews)
"The guide and the driver were excellent."
John, traveled in September
Duration
13 days
Destinations
Ireland Northern Ireland Scotland England
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Globus
3% Off
From $4,399
US$4,249per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Highlights of Ireland & Scotland
4.9 (331 traveler reviews)
"The tour itself had a great mix of interesting stops and travel through scenic regions."
Sachin, traveled in August
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Ireland Northern Ireland Scotland
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Cosmos
13% Off
From $3,069
US$2,669per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
5 Day Dublin including Giants Causeway, Cliffs of Moher, Galway City & Cahir Castles
4.7 (9 traveler reviews)
"Great tour, get to see Ireland's highlights! STM incredibly responsive, one of the tours was cancelled and STM was more aware of the concerns than the tour company's employees."
Katie, traveled in November
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Ireland Northern Ireland England
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
STM Tours LLC
20% Off
From $1,545
US$1,236per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Best of Ireland and Scotland - Signature
4.2 (9 traveler reviews)
"We are glad we went and learned a lot. Optional stick-on name/where from tags would help people get to know one another faster."
Lesly, traveled in August
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Ireland Northern Ireland Scotland England
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Brendan Vacations
10% Off
From $5,995
US$5,396per person
Price based on Shared Room
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