Ireland’s Atlantic sea cliffs dropping into the ocean beside a sea stack

Ireland · Custom Vacations

Luxury Ireland Travel & Custom Vacations

Dublin’s literary pubs, the Cliffs of Moher, the lakes of Killarney and a night in a real castle, planned end to end by our Ireland specialists, with private drivers so you never have to drive on the left.

  • 2,500 km Wild Atlantic Way
  • May–Sep long, bright days
  • Castle stays you’ll never forget

Hassle-Free Dream Travel!

Google ★★★★★ 5.0 · 601 reviews
Stewart Logan
★★★★★
Mikaila from The Travel Byrds put together a fantastic trip for us to Vancouver. Everything was arranged to fit our preferences including experiences I would never have known how to navigate myself. What a great way to travel, no stress, all fun — because a professional does the hard part for you.
Karen Terry
★★★★★
Amazing family vacation to Italy * can't wait to go back!
Brandie Penrose
★★★★★
We used CeCe as our travel advisor for our European trip, and she was amazing! She was able to work with a very tight deadline, listened to all of the things we asked for, and executed the trip perfectly. It was exactly what we were looking for. Highly recommend her services for anyone looking to plan a trip!
Loida Martinez
★★★★★
I cannot speak highly enough about my experience with Christina Gaspari and The Travel Byrds! She made sure to ask plenty of questions at the beginning, kept in touch while planning to make sure the things she was going to book for us were what we wanted, and made sure we had all info we might need and more before our trip. The trip itself was incredible thanks to her! Not having to worry about anything and having a full itinerary ready full of amazing experiences and even relax time accounted for was wonderful! She really put in so much work for our trip which was to multiple countries! Thanks Christina! <3
Steven Alsip
★★★★★
We have traveled with Travel Byrds 5 times and we love their service, last trip to Costa Rica was amazing. Our every concern was addressed/ all needs were met. Our agent's advice and expertise are much appreciated and we will not travel again without them!
Stephanie Fitzgerald
★★★★★
Paige planned my week-long trip to Greece. From my very first call with her to discuss my vacation “must-haves”, I was impressed with both her knowledge and her enthusiasm. She listened to my wants, made suggestions based on our discussion and then perfectly planned my trip… from the islands we visited to the hotels to the excursions. As my trip got closer, she brought in another team member to do any final bookings and modifications. It was so reassuring to know that she and her team had everything covered. I worried about NOTHING. I cannot recommend her enough.
Alexa johnson
★★★★★
If I could give Sylvie more than 5 stars, I would! Planning our honeymoon to Paros, Greece and Rome and Florence, Italy felt a little overwhelming at first, but Sylvie made the entire process so easy and stress-free. She truly thought of every single detail, and I honestly couldn’t have dreamed up a better trip or a more perfect way to start our marriage. Every hotel, transfer, flight, and excursion was seamless. On top of that, the travel app she created for us was incredible. It had every piece of information we could possibly need all in one place, so even traveling somewhere completely new felt easy and organized. We never had to wonder what was next or worry about missing anything because she had already thought of it. Not only is Sylvie incredibly organized and knowledgeable, but she genuinely cares about creating an unforgettable experience for her clients. Our honeymoon exceeded every expectation, and we made memories we’ll cherish for the rest of our lives. I cannot recommend Sylvie enough. If you’re thinking about booking a trip, do yourself a favor and let her handle it. It was hands down one of the best decisions we made, and we’re already looking forward to planning our next adventure with her!
Todd Brydges
★★★★★
Our trip to the Rockies and National Parks was the second adventure Sylvie planned for us, and once again she knocked it out of the PARK! 🙂 Her recommendations and family excursions were spot-on and perfectly matched our interests and family dynamic. She handled all the details, taking the stress and anxiety out of the planning process. We highly recommend reaching out to Sylvie for your next trip—she’ll make sure you have an amazing experience.
Stewart Logan
★★★★★
Mikaila from The Travel Byrds put together a fantastic trip for us to Vancouver. Everything was arranged to fit our preferences including experiences I would never have known how to navigate myself. What a great way to travel, no stress, all fun — because a professional does the hard part for you.
Karen Terry
★★★★★
Amazing family vacation to Italy * can't wait to go back!
Brandie Penrose
★★★★★
We used CeCe as our travel advisor for our European trip, and she was amazing! She was able to work with a very tight deadline, listened to all of the things we asked for, and executed the trip perfectly. It was exactly what we were looking for. Highly recommend her services for anyone looking to plan a trip!
Loida Martinez
★★★★★
I cannot speak highly enough about my experience with Christina Gaspari and The Travel Byrds! She made sure to ask plenty of questions at the beginning, kept in touch while planning to make sure the things she was going to book for us were what we wanted, and made sure we had all info we might need and more before our trip. The trip itself was incredible thanks to her! Not having to worry about anything and having a full itinerary ready full of amazing experiences and even relax time accounted for was wonderful! She really put in so much work for our trip which was to multiple countries! Thanks Christina! <3
Steven Alsip
★★★★★
We have traveled with Travel Byrds 5 times and we love their service, last trip to Costa Rica was amazing. Our every concern was addressed/ all needs were met. Our agent's advice and expertise are much appreciated and we will not travel again without them!
Stephanie Fitzgerald
★★★★★
Paige planned my week-long trip to Greece. From my very first call with her to discuss my vacation “must-haves”, I was impressed with both her knowledge and her enthusiasm. She listened to my wants, made suggestions based on our discussion and then perfectly planned my trip… from the islands we visited to the hotels to the excursions. As my trip got closer, she brought in another team member to do any final bookings and modifications. It was so reassuring to know that she and her team had everything covered. I worried about NOTHING. I cannot recommend her enough.
Alexa johnson
★★★★★
If I could give Sylvie more than 5 stars, I would! Planning our honeymoon to Paros, Greece and Rome and Florence, Italy felt a little overwhelming at first, but Sylvie made the entire process so easy and stress-free. She truly thought of every single detail, and I honestly couldn’t have dreamed up a better trip or a more perfect way to start our marriage. Every hotel, transfer, flight, and excursion was seamless. On top of that, the travel app she created for us was incredible. It had every piece of information we could possibly need all in one place, so even traveling somewhere completely new felt easy and organized. We never had to wonder what was next or worry about missing anything because she had already thought of it. Not only is Sylvie incredibly organized and knowledgeable, but she genuinely cares about creating an unforgettable experience for her clients. Our honeymoon exceeded every expectation, and we made memories we’ll cherish for the rest of our lives. I cannot recommend Sylvie enough. If you’re thinking about booking a trip, do yourself a favor and let her handle it. It was hands down one of the best decisions we made, and we’re already looking forward to planning our next adventure with her!
Todd Brydges
★★★★★
Our trip to the Rockies and National Parks was the second adventure Sylvie planned for us, and once again she knocked it out of the PARK! 🙂 Her recommendations and family excursions were spot-on and perfectly matched our interests and family dynamic. She handled all the details, taking the stress and anxiety out of the planning process. We highly recommend reaching out to Sylvie for your next trip—she’ll make sure you have an amazing experience.

Been there, planned that

Our Team in Ireland

We don’t sell places we haven’t been. Our advisors have walked Ireland’s green hills, tried falconry on a castle estate and found the spring daffodils, so the advice you get comes from experience.

A Travel Byrds advisor holding a hawk on a gloved hand during a falconry experience in Ireland
A falconry experience
A Travel Byrds advisor smiling in front of rolling green Irish hills
Ireland’s green hills
A Travel Byrds advisor among spring daffodils in an Irish woodland
Springtime daffodils

“Every castle, guide and experience we recommend in Ireland is one we’ve seen for ourselves, or one our trusted partners on the ground stand behind.”The Travel Byrds team

Want the inside track? Talk to the specialists who’ve been there.

Talk to Our Ireland Team

Why Ireland

Need a reason to experience Ireland?

Castles, cliffs, cozy pubs and some of the warmest welcomes in the world, all on one green island. Tap through to see what’s waiting for you.

A red tour boat on the River Liffey in Dublin beside a stone bridge

A capital of stories and songs

Dublin is small, walkable and full of character. See the Book of Kells at Trinity College, raise a pint at the Guinness Storehouse and end the night with live music in a traditional pub.

Georgian squares, great museums and an easy day trip to Glendalough or the coastal village of Howth round out the city.

  • Private Trinity College and Book of Kells tour
  • Guinness and Irish whiskey tastings
  • Traditional music sessions
The Cliffs of Moher rising above the Atlantic Ocean

Ireland’s spectacular west coast

The Wild Atlantic Way winds about 2,500 km along the west coast, past the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, Connemara and the Dingle Peninsula.

We plan it in unhurried stretches, with private drivers, seafood lunches and boutique stays along the way.

  • The Cliffs of Moher at quiet times
  • Galway, Connemara and the Burren
  • The Dingle Peninsula and Slea Head
The stone bridge and turrets of Ashford Castle surrounded by woodland

Sleep like royalty

Ireland has thousands of castles, and some of the best are luxury hotels. Ashford Castle, Dromoland Castle and Adare Manor are among the finest stays in Europe.

Add falconry, horseback riding, archery or a banquet in a medieval great hall for an unforgettable few days.

  • Ashford Castle, Dromoland and Adare Manor
  • Falconry and estate activities
  • Medieval banquets
Lough Leane in Killarney National Park beneath the Kerry mountains

Lakes, mountains and the Ring of Kerry

Killarney sits beside Ireland’s first national park, with lakes, waterfalls and Ross Castle. It’s the perfect base for the Ring of Kerry and the Dingle Peninsula.

Explore by jaunting car, boat or bike, then settle into a cozy pub in town.

  • Killarney National Park and Muckross House
  • The Ring of Kerry with a private driver
  • Skellig Michael boat trips in summer
The hexagonal basalt columns of the Giant’s Causeway on the Antrim coast

The Causeway Coast and Belfast

The Giant’s Causeway, with its tens of thousands of basalt columns, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site on one of the world’s great coastal drives.

Combine it with Belfast’s Titanic Belfast museum, the ruins of Dunluce Castle and filming locations from Game of Thrones.

  • The Giant’s Causeway and Dunluce Castle
  • Titanic Belfast
  • Easy to add to a Dublin trip

Exceptional places to stay

Ireland’s Most Memorable Hotels

From grand Dublin hotels to castles on private estates, these are the kinds of places we love to build an Ireland journey around.

Dublin

Georgian grandeur

The Merrion and The Shelbourne are Dublin institutions, with fine dining, afternoon tea and an easy walk to Trinity College.

County Mayo

Ashford Castle

An 800-year-old castle on the shores of Lough Corrib, with falconry, a spa and a vast estate to explore.

County Clare

Dromoland Castle

A fairy-tale castle hotel close to Shannon Airport, perfect for the first or last night of your trip.

County Limerick

Adare Manor

A Gothic Revival manor with a championship golf course and award-winning dining, near one of Ireland’s prettiest villages.

County Kerry

Lakeside and seaside

Stay on the shores of the Lakes of Killarney or at Sheen Falls Lodge in Kenmare, with the Ring of Kerry on your doorstep.

County Laois

Ballyfin Demesne

A restored Regency mansion with just a handful of rooms, set in hundreds of acres of parkland in the Irish midlands.

We’ll match each stay to your style, and secure the room upgrades and perks our partners offer.

Plan My Stays

Why book with us

Benefits of using a Travel Agent

Expert Planning

Personalized recommendations

Insider Knowledge

Expert advice from people who’ve actually been there.

Killer Perks

Hotel upgrades, spa credits, and more – we got you.

The Travel Byrds app

Tech that Makes Life Easy!

With our travel agency, you don’t need to search your inbox to find the details of your trip. All your travel reservations, tickets and activities are all in The Travel Byrds app – along with a direct chat with your travel agent!

Download on the App Store
Mobile phone displaying The Travel Byrds app with trip details

Work with One of Our Travel Experts

The average person takes over 11 hours researching their vacation. Take that time back and let us handle the nitty gritty of reading reviews, asking questions, comparing hotels and more.

The Cliffs of Moher rising above the Atlantic Ocean

After a true deep dive into your requests, your travel agent will come back with a variety of suggested hotels, activities, and surprise experiences. You tell us which ones fit you best and we'll work through the logistics!

The stone bridge and turrets of Ashford Castle surrounded by woodland

You'll be equipped with an itinerary complete with the details of your trip. If anything happens along the way, you can relax knowing your travel agent will take care of everything!

Lough Leane in Killarney National Park beneath the Kerry mountains

Your Dream Ireland Getaway

Ireland is a land of castles, cliffs and warm welcomes. Tell us about the trip you’re dreaming of, and one of our Ireland specialists will start designing it with you.

  • A tailor-made itinerary, designed around you
  • Private drivers, guides and tickets handled
  • Hand-picked castles and hotels with exclusive perks

Start Planning Your Tailor-Made Trip by Contacting One of Our Ireland Specialists

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