Private Ireland Tour: Explore Hidden Gems

Explore Ireland’s hidden gems with a private tour. Discover personal connections and unique routes with a local expert. Book your adventure today.

Duration: 10 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Kilkenny

Kilkenny Castle - A stunning Anglo-Norman castle located on the River Nore, right in the heart of Kilkenny City.
St. Canice’s Cathedral & Round Tower - This 13th-century cathedral and round tower offer panoramic views of Kilkenny from the top.

Copper Coast of County Waterford

Waterford - Known as the oldest city in Ireland,…

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Breakfast
What's Not Included
  • Meals
Additional Information

Experience a fully private and intimate journey through Ireland. Joe, a lifelong resident of Kilsheelan in County Tipperary, is eager to fulfill any requests to explore towns and villages with personal significance, regardless of the destination within the country. With knowledge of off-the-beaten-path routes, Joe ensures that the journey is both unique and enjoyable.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Kim_horse
Apr 21, 2026
Yunnan Trip with Family April 2026 - My family of six—myself, my younger brother, my younger sister, and our spouses—have just returned from a wonderful 9-day trip to Kunming, Lijiang, Dali, and Shangri-La, and we would like to express our sincere appreciation to our tour guide, Mr. Zeng (曾晶). I found Mr. Zeng through an internet search after reading many positive reviews about him, and I am very glad that I chose him. Our entire journey was thoughtfully tailored to our preferences, with helpful adjustments and recommendations from Mr. Zeng along the way. We wanted a trip that focused mainly on scenic spots for photography and local food experiences, and he planned it perfectly for us. Our itinerary included Stone Forest, Erhai Lake, Chongsheng Temple, Balagezong, Tiger Leaping Gorge, Songzanlin Monastery, Potatso National Park, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, and Blue Moon Valley. Yunnan has many old towns, and at first we planned to visit only a couple of them. However, Mr. Zeng strongly recommended that we also explore Kunming Old Town, Shaxi, Shuhe, Baisha, and Lijiang Old Town. Each of these old towns has its own unique character and charm, and they were truly worth visiting if time allows. Unfortunately, we had to miss Baisha due to time constraints, but the others left a very memorable impression on us. Couple of additions along the way are the boat rafting in the valley of Balagezong and the local culture performance cum dinner in Shangri-la. These turned out to be a wonderful experience and became some of the top highlights of our trip. On the last day, Mr. Zeng also brought us to a local market where there was a wide variety of vegetables, fruits, seafood, and local specialties. This was the place where we bought flower tea, dried mushrooms, and nuts at very reasonable prices, as the market mainly catered to locals. It was a great experience and a nice opportunity to buy authentic local products. Throughout the journey, Mr. Zeng did much more than simply introduce the places we visited. While we were on the road, he shared many interesting stories and insights about the culture, history, and daily life in China, which was truly eye-opening for us. He also showed great care and thoughtfulness. For example, he went out of his way to buy Chinese medicine for my brother-in-law when he had a stiff neck, and he even helped to arrange packed lunches for us when we were running short of time because of our studio photography session. This was truly one of the most enjoyable vacations my family has ever had. Yunnan is a highly recommended destination, not only because of its breathtaking scenery and rich culture, but also because of the wonderful experience that Mr. Zeng brought to us throughout the trip. His professionalism, warmth, flexibility, and dedication made a big difference and gave us many beautiful memories that we will always cherish. He is patient, honest, safety first and pushing for shopping stops is never in his itinerary. Mr. Zeng’s WeChat ID: xi570423320, mobile +86 139 8881 8041. Mr Zeng is really really a very committed and dedicated tour guide, and I just want to offer a little help to him and also more people can benefit from his good service.
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Kevin
Mar 30, 2026
An Amazing Ireland Experience - There is no better way to explore Ireland. Joe’s knowledge of Ireland is second to none. We got to explore amazing sites seldom visited by the large tour companies. His suggestions for restaurants and pubs were spot on. Both Joe and Laurie were incredible to work with and both made our friends trip one full of great memories and experiences. We highly recommend.
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From $3,773
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).