Travellers who want to cover a difficult route without hiring a car.
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Driver Guide for up to 10 days (per day )
A fully bespoke private driver and guide service for up to 10 days - tailored entirely around your itinerary, with Wi-Fi and water on board.
From €950 starting price · live price may vary
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Duration8-9 hours
PriceFrom €950
Rating5.0 from 42 reviews
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The IrelandMe take
What stands out about this one
Our practical read of the published itinerary, traveller feedback and local context—not the operator’s sales description.
If you want to see Ireland at your own pace - not on a fixed group itinerary where the bus moves on whether you're ready or not - a private driver-guide is the way to go. Each day is built around what you want to see and when, covering Ireland's historic sites and landscapes on a schedule that works for you.
Each day runs approximately 8 to 9 hours. You can book a single day or up to 10 consecutive days. Wi-Fi is on board throughout and bottled water is included each day.
The published itinerary is the deciding factor here. Check the current meeting point and stop timings before committing.
One practical detail
Your driver-guide knows Ireland the way locals know it. That means shortcuts around congestion, the off-road car park that saves you the long walk, the pub that does food worth stopping for, and the viewpoint that isn't on any signpost. They're a resource worth using - ask questions, mention what you're interested in, and let them shape the day around it.
What the price covers
- Private driver-guide for each booked day
- Bottled water
- Wi-Fi on board
The published itinerary
Use this to judge the pace and where your time actually goes. Operators can adjust stop order for traffic, weather or opening times.
- Full day tour (approx. 540 min) - A private tour of historic sites and locations chosen around your itinerary. The route is flexible and built around you.
Local tips that make the day better
Multi-day bookings work well for the Wild Atlantic Way or a coast-to-coast route. Ireland is a small country but the roads are slow, and trying to cover too much in a day leaves you rushing things you'd rather savour. With a driver-guide for several days, you can work your way around a region properly - mornings at the big sites, afternoons for the things your guide recommends on the ground.
Think about what you actually want from each day. History, scenery, food, sport, family connections - your driver-guide can lean into any of these. If you have Irish heritage you want to trace, that's entirely doable with advance planning. If you want to hit a specific GAA match or a coastal swim, that can be worked around too.
Packing light helps. A dedicated luggage transfer can run separately if you're moving between accommodation each night on a multi-day trip. Discuss the logistics with the operator when you're booking so you arrive at each stop without your bags having become the main event.
Good to know before booking
Suitable for all fitness levels. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller, and specialised infant seats are available. Service animals are welcome. Public transport is available nearby. This is a fully private tour - just your group and your driver-guide.
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Questions before you book
How long is Driver Guide for up to 10 days (per day )?
The published duration is 8-9 hours. Allow extra time to reach the meeting point and for your onward plans.
How much does Driver Guide for up to 10 days (per day ) cost?
The listed starting price is From €950. Live prices can change by date, group size and availability.
What should I know before booking?
The published itinerary is the deciding factor here. Check the current meeting point and stop timings before committing.
Ready to decide?
Check the live times before building the rest of your day.
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