Overland - Small Group Tours
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- Number of reviews
- 651
- Number of tours
- 8
- Age range
- 12-106
- Response rate
- 96%
- Response time
- within 3 days
Overland - Small Group Tours Reviews (651)
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Susan
Written on May 22nd, 2026 - SB
Scott
Written on May 17th, 2026Experience was excellent. The tour was well planned and executed. Tour guide was knowledgeable and a pleasure to be around. The stops were fun and easy to …Read moreOverland - Small Group Tours commented on this review
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Scott. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience and that everything from the transportation and accommodation to the meals and activities met your expectations. It is especially lovely to hear your kind words about your guide. Our guides are incredibly passionate about what they do and we are lucky to have each and every one of them! Thank you again for travelling with us and for taking the time to share your feedback. We truly appreciate it and hope to welcome you on another adventure in the future. Best regards, Karina & the Overland Team. 
Terri
Written on May 17th, 2026A grand adventure! History, natural beauty in all its forms, charming stays, warm people and a fabulous ring leader of a tour guide, David.Overland - Small Group Tours commented on this reviewThank you so much for your review and the feedback! We love the photos and are always delighted to hear about your wonderful experiences with our guides. We strive to ensure that you have an amazing time with us here in Ireland and all feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you again for the review and we look forward to seeing you again soon!- CW
Cathy
Written on May 16th, 2026Hugh O’Reilly was our driver/guide and he was phenomenal! He educated us with the history of each area as well as took us to hidden gems like waterfalls. He lis…Read moreOverland - Small Group Tours commented on this reviewThank you so much for your fantastic review Cathy. We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience and that Hugh helped make your trip so memorable. Hugh is incredibly passionate about Ireland and creating special experiences for guests, so it is lovely to hear that his knowledge, storytelling and flexibility added so much to your journey. We will be sure to pass your kind words on to him. We are thrilled that you enjoyed the hotels, breakfasts and overall experience so much and having beautiful weather in Ireland is always an added bonus! Thank you again for travelling with us and for taking the time to share your feedback. We truly appreciate it and hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future. Best regards, Karina & the Overland Team. - PG
Pat
Written on May 16th, 2026This was a fantastic overview of Portugal offering a well paced tour of so many highlights. Tony, our guide was super knowledgeable and fun. His amazing grasp o…Read moreOverland - Small Group Tours commented on this reviewThank you so much for your lovely review Pat. We are absolutely delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time in Portugal and that the tour gave you such a fantastic overview of the country. It is wonderful to hear that Tony helped bring the experience to life through his knowledge, storytelling and sense of fun. We are very lucky to have him as part of the team. We also love that the olive farm and tasting experience stood out for you. Those authentic local moments and connections are exactly what we hope guests take away from their travels, so it is fantastic to hear it made such an impression. Thank you again for travelling with us and for taking the time to share your experience. We truly appreciate it and hope to welcome you on another adventure with us in the future. Best regards, Karina & the Overland Team. - TF
Tom
Written on May 15th, 2026We had a fantastic time on our trip. The 10 day Ultimate Experience was awesome. We saw a lot sites, some were on our itinerary and some our guide, Hugh suggest…Read moreOverland - Small Group Tours commented on this reviewThank you so much for your lovely review Tom. We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic time on the 10 Day Ultimate Tour. It is wonderful to know that you enjoyed both the iconic sights included on the itinerary as well as some of the extra hidden gems Hugh introduced along the way. Hugh is an incredible guide and we are very lucky to have him as part of the team. We will be sure to pass on your kind words to him, he will be thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your trip. Thank you also for recommending Overland Ireland. It truly means so much to us. We really appreciate you travelling with us and hope we get the opportunity to welcome you back to Ireland again someday for another adventure. Best regards, Karina & the Overland Team. - DW
Darren
Written on May 14th, 2026Overland did a great job of communicating with you and a very well laid out Itinerary. Hugh O’Reilly was our driver/guide and he was awesome! After tens days we…Read moreOverland - Small Group Tours commented on this reviewHello Darren, Thanks a million for your wonderful review, we would love you to join us in Portugal as well. Kindest Regards, Clodagh Scott
Written on May 3rd, 2026We had an excellent experience! Our guide Pat O’Mara was outstanding. Pat kept us thoroughly engaged and entertained with his vast knowledge of Ireland and wit.…Read moreOverland - Small Group Tours commented on this reviewHello Scott, Thanks a million for your awesome review and we are delighted that you had an amazing tour. Many happy future travels. Reinier- PM
Paula
Written on May 3rd, 2026What a fabulous trip! It exceeded our expectations! Conor is an amazing guide! He knows so much about Ireland & Irish history. He made the whole trip thoroughly…Read moreOverland - Small Group Tours commented on this reviewHello Paula, Thanks a million for your wonderful review, we are delighted with your feedback and wish you many happy future travels. Maybe some day you can join us for a tour in Portugal. Kindest Regards, Reinier - KK
Kay
Written on May 1st, 2026We actually had a customized 4 day tour. We started at Cahir Castle and then to Blarney Castle, Kinsale,Dingle, Doolin & Galway. The cliffs of Mohr hike was spe…Read moreOverland - Small Group Tours commented on this reviewHello Kay, Thanks a million for you wonderful review and we are delighted that you had such a wonderful trip. Many happy future travels. Reinier
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Questions & Answers
Will there be other solo travellers on this tour?
On the tour, you will meet a wide variety of travellers including plenty of solo travellers, friends travelling together, couples and siblings. Don't worry by the end of the first day everyone will know each other so you will no longer feel like strangers but more like great like-minded friends!
Are there luggage restrictions on this tour?
Packing for a trip is never easy and we fully understand that you want to bring as much as possible on your tour of Ireland. For the tour bus, we would ask you to try to pack as lightly and mindfully as possible. The max dimensions we would suggest would be 76cm/48 cm OR 30 inches/19 inches (70L backpack) - this size suitcase would be considered a large size universally. We just want to ensure all guests can fit their luggage in the bus comfortably! We also suggest packing a backpack for necessities.
How big is the tour group?
The group sizes can vary however there will only ever be a maximum of 16 travellers on every tour.
Is there a hotel list available?
The accommodations we partner with are a mixture of traditional Irish guesthouses and boutique hotels. The properties we stay with vary, depending on availability. You can rest assured knowing we have personally vetted each property (we’ve even jumped on the beds ourselves). Some examples are Dingle Marina Lodge to The Harbour Hotel in Galway.
When and where does the tour end?
The tour ends at approximately 5pm depending on traffic, with a dropoff outsideHeuston station. Please note this is subject to each tour.
Can you assist with booking additional accommodation?
Unfortunately, we do not provide pre or post tour accommodation.However, we can send you through some recommendations
Do I need a visa?
Some countries require a VISA to enter Ireland. The list of countries whose citizens do not require a VISA to enter Ireland is defined in the Immigration Act 2004 (Visas) Order 2011 (SI 146 of 2011)
What is the age range?
The minimum age for small group tours is 12 years old.
Do you arrange airport transfers?
Airport transfers are not included in the price however, there are taxis readily available from the moment you step outside the airport (cost about €25-€35), or passengers can get a bus service that runs from the airport to different locations throughout the city (cost about €6-€8). Arranging your airport pick up and drop off is always better arranged in advance as ad-hoc prices could be higher.
I have a special dietary request, can this be accommodated for?
When booking your tour with us, please don't forget to inform our team of travel experts about any dietary requirements you may have, such as gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, or any other specific needs. We want to ensure your experience during the tour is enjoyable and accommodating. Once you embark on your journey with Overland Ireland, our dedicated team will go above and beyond to make sure that all the included meals align with your dietary preferences and requirements
Do you have a packing list of what to bring on the tour?
Overland - Small Group Tours advises people to travel light but a few essentials are needed.
- Walking or hiking boots/shoes
- Waterproof jacket and a few sweaters
- Beach towel
- Music
- Camera
- Great sense of humour
- Believe it or not: Sunscreen!
When and where does the tour start?
The Ashling Hotel Dublin,10 - 13 Parkgate St, Stoneybatter, Dublin 8, D08 P38N Time: 08:00.
The Wild West and north is our only tour that starts at 12:00 pm from Harbour Hotel in GalwayI'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?
Prices are based on guests sharing. If you are travelling solo, there is an additional charge.This is to insure a private room throughout your trip. The amount will depend on the duration of the tour you book. We keep the single supplement as low as possible, but we do have to charge it because single occupancy rooms are more expensive per person.
Are the flights included?
Flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price and you need to arrange these separately by yourself once your tour is guaranteed.
Are meals included?
You will get to enjoy breakfast every day as it is included in the tour cost. All other meals are at your own expense, however, your tour guide will give some fantastic recommendations on places where you can eat a delicious lunch and dinner.
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