See Ireland’s most iconic bucket-list destinations in a single unforgettable day with our extended private day tours from Dublin.
These long tours are designed for small groups who want to travel in comfort, avoid large coach crowds, and experience Ireland with a registered local guide and luxury transport. From the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren to the Giants Causeway, Belfast and the Titanic Museum, these extended Ireland tours are ideal for guests with limited time who still want to explore the best of Ireland beyond Dublin with hotel pick-up, water and snacks, and a maximum of 7 guests per vehicle.
Ireland’s most famous landscapes and cities are spread across the country, and extended day tours make it possible to experience them without changing hotels or planning complex logistics. With an early start and a comfortable private vehicle, you can reach the Wild Atlantic Way, Northern Ireland, and Ireland’s most historic cities, then return to Dublin the same evening.
A private extended Ireland tour gives your group the advantage of flexible pacing, scenic photo stops, a calm travel experience, and personal storytelling from a professional guide. It’s the perfect option for visitors who want a premium, small-group alternative to crowded bus tours while still seeing Ireland’s top highlights.
All tours include a hotel meet and greet in Dublin, a registered local tour guide, luxury transport, water and snacks, and a maximum of 7 guests. Lunch is flexible, allowing your group to choose a café, pub or picnic stop depending on the route and timing.
Travel from Dublin to Cork on this extended private day tour and experience one of Ireland’s most famous castles and cities in one day. Explore Blarney Castle and its 60-acre gardens, where winding woodland trails, sculptures and seasonal flowers create an unforgettable setting. Climb the historic stone steps to kiss the legendary Blarney Stone, said to grant the Gift of the Gab, then continue to Cork City for a guided walking tour featuring highlights like Elizabeth Fort, St Fin Barre’s Cathedral and the English Market. This tour is ideal for visitors who want castles, Irish culture and a lively city atmosphere beyond Dublin.
Travel south from Dublin to the vibrant city of Cork and the famous Blarney Castle on this extended private Ireland day tour. Blarney Castle has attracted visitors for centuries who climb the medieval stairwell to reach the rooftop to kiss the Stone of Elegance, and it is said that if you kiss the stone you will receive the Gift of the Gab. The Blarney Gardens are set over 60 acres and each trail allows you to enjoy woodlands, seasonal flower arrangements, sculptures and statues throughout. After visiting the castle and gardens, continue to Cork City for lunch and a guided walking tour where you will view Elizabeth Fort, St Finbar’s Gothic Cathedral and the English Market, with free time to browse local streets and shops before returning to Dublin.
Inclusions
• Hotel meet & greet in Dublin
• Registered local tour guide
• Luxury transport
• Maximum 7 people
• Blarney Castle guided visit
• Opportunity to kiss the Blarney Stone
• Cork City guided walking tour
• Water & snacks
Exclusions
• Meals & drinks
• Souvenirs
• Gratuities / tips
Experience Ireland’s world-famous west coast on an extended private day tour from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren. Walk the safe cliffside pathways and enjoy breathtaking Atlantic views from multiple viewpoints, with the chance to see nesting seabirds and, on clear days, the Aran Islands from O’Brien’s Tower. Continue along the Wild Atlantic Way into the Burren, a striking limestone landscape formed over millions of years, known for its rare mix of Arctic, Alpine and Mediterranean plant life. This private Cliffs of Moher tour is perfect for guests seeking dramatic scenery, coastal air and an unforgettable taste of Ireland’s west.
Experience one of Ireland’s most iconic landscapes on this extended private day tour from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher along the Wild Atlantic Way. The Cliffs of Moher are located on the west coast of Ireland in County Clare, standing at 800 feet tall, and they host major colonies of nesting seabirds. Walk along the safe pathways to different viewing points and take in breathtaking Atlantic views, and on a clear day you may even see the Aran Islands from O’Brien’s Tower. After lunch, continue into the Burren, a limestone landscape formed over 330 million years ago, famous for its unusual mix of Arctic, Alpine and Mediterranean flowers growing side by side. The sound of the Atlantic Ocean crashing along the coastline adds to the tranquillity of this unforgettable west coast experience.
Inclusions
• Hotel meet & greet in Dublin
• Registered local tour guide
• Luxury transport
• Maximum 7 people
• Cliffs of Moher guided visit
• Cliffs of Moher visitor centre
• Burren panoramic drive
• Water & snacks
Exclusions
• Meals & drinks
• Souvenirs
• Gratuities / tips
Discover Northern Ireland’s spectacular Antrim Coast on a private extended day tour from Dublin to the Giants Causeway and Carrick-a-Red Rope Bridge. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Giants Causeway, home to over 40,000 basalt columns created by volcanic activity more than 60 million years ago, and hear the Irish folklore tale of Fionn Mac Cumhaill that brings the landscape to life. In the afternoon, enjoy the thrilling walk across the Carrick-a-Red Rope Bridge, suspended above crashing waves and connecting the mainland to a rugged island, with views stretching toward Scotland on a clear day. This tour is ideal for travellers who want iconic natural wonders with comfort, storytelling and a premium private experience.
Explore the spectacular coastline of Northern Ireland on this extended private day tour to the Giants Causeway and the famous Carrick-a-Red Rope Bridge. The Giants Causeway on the Antrim coastline is a UNESCO world heritage site with over 40,000 basalt columns created by a volcanic eruption over 60 million years ago. Most of the columns are hexagonal in shape, forming a maze of stepping stones that gradually disappear under the sea. In Irish folklore, the causeway was created by Fionn Mac Cumhaill, a giant who wanted to cross the sea to Scotland. In the afternoon, enjoy a fun and exhilarating experience as you walk across the rope bridge connecting the mainland to a rugged island 30 metres above the crashing waves below, with views across the open water toward Scotland on a clear day.
Inclusions
• Hotel meet & greet in Dublin
• Registered local tour guide
• Luxury transport
• Maximum 7 people
• Giants Causeway visitor centre
• Giants Causeway guided visit
• Carrick-a-Red Rope Bridge crossing
• Water & snacks
Exclusions
• Meals & drinks
• Souvenirs
• Gratuities / tips
Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Belfast on this extended private day tour from Dublin, combining city highlights with the world-renowned Titanic Belfast Museum. Begin with panoramic views from Belfast Castle, then explore the city with a Belfast Black Cab tour led by a local guide who shares first-hand stories of life during the Troubles. Continue to Belfast City Hall’s interactive visitor experience, developed as part of the Belfast 2024 celebration, using modern digital and immersive technology. In the afternoon, visit the Titanic Museum, a powerful self-guided experience across interactive galleries that tells the story of RMS Titanic in the very city where she was built. This is one of the best private day trips from Dublin for guests who want history, culture and a meaningful Northern Ireland experience.
Discover the fascinating history and culture of Northern Ireland’s capital on this extended private day tour from Dublin to Belfast. Begin with scenic views from Belfast Castle overlooking the city before exploring Belfast’s history on a famous Black Cab tour led by a local guide who shares tales and stories of what it was like to live in Belfast during the Troubles. Continue to Belfast City Hall’s visitor experience highlighting the past to the present using modern digital technology. In the afternoon, visit the Titanic Museum and experience the legend of RMS Titanic in the city where it all began. This self-guided tour extends over ten interactive galleries where you discover the sights, sounds, smells and stories of the ship, as well as the people and city that made her.
Inclusions
• Hotel meet & greet in Dublin
• Registered local tour guide
• Luxury transport
• Maximum 7 people
• Belfast Castle scenic stop
• Belfast Black Cab tour
• Titanic Belfast Museum entry
• Water & snacks
Exclusions
• Meals & drinks
• Souvenirs
• Gratuities / tips
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We’re happy to help you choose the right itinerary based on your interests, pace and travel style. Contact Planet Dublin Tours today to check availability, confirm timings and pricing for your group size, and book your extended private day tour directly from Dublin.
EXCELLENT Based on 57 reviews Posted on Tripadvisor CCTexasKidVerified Excellent Dublin Tour! Excellent tour of Dublin! Jason was an outstanding tour guide - very knowledgeable, and he shared many interesting insights and stories. The time flew by! Thank you, Jason, for such a fun and educational tour of Dublin!Posted on Tripadvisor Sinead HVerified Wonderful tour by a fantastic guide Jason brought our group on a day long excursion to Glendalough and Powerscourt yesterday. Not only has he an extensive knowledge about historical Ireland, but he is also courteous, accommodating, helpful and professional. I can't recommend him highly enough - a brilliant guide!!Posted on Tripadvisor Ciaran Hayden (Cobblestone Tales)Verified Great day with Portobello Excellent guide - fountain of knowledge on the two sites we visited. Very informative, great time keeping and extremely helpful.Posted on Tripadvisor Jim HVerified Great guide, great knowledge. Jason brought us on a great trip to Glendalough and Powerscourt House and Gardens. He is so friendly, informative, and wonderful at storytelling. Great guy, great tour. JimPosted on Tripadvisor George MVerified 7 day personal tour. My wife and I have just returned from a week long tour with Jason. Each day was filled with a learning and very enjoyable experience. Jason has an outgoing/friendly personality. His stories make the drives between sites speed by. GeorgePosted on Tripadvisor N WVerified Perfect for us. My husband and I took this private tour. Jason was great. Informative and knowledgeable. He accommodated the pace for us as we like to keep moving but still have time to enjoy the stops.Arranged for a wonderful lunch in Howth. Very comfortable vehicle and set up with a sound system, which worked well for us to hear.Posted on Tripadvisor Renu RVerified Excellent Tour! Jason is excellent! Can’t say enough about what a wonderful tour guide he was. He was extremely knowledgeable and kept us very entertained. His tour van was immaculate, and the entire tour was very enjoyable. Glendalough and Powerscourt is a must see! Highly recommend!Posted on Tripadvisor JennVerified Planet Dublin Tour with Jason -- an Irish gem We are a family of seven with kids from ages 11 to 17 and this tour made the top-two best memories list for everyone, young and old. Jason picked us up at our hotel on our first morning in Dublin and it was the perfect way to start our Ireland trip. He weaved stories from Ireland's past in with his own personal experiences of growing up in Dublin to paint us a lasting impression of Irish culture and history with themes that recurred throughout our entire trip. Jay is professional and engaging and there were many details and unexpected bonuses that made him a great host and guide. I hope we someday get the chance to book another tour with Jason!Posted on Tripadvisor Justo ElorduyVerified Great visit to Dublin This was a shore excursion set up with James, our guide and he picked us up just outside the tender port of our crusie, no problem getting to him. James was a incredible guide. He took us around the city, an incredible Dublin to be seen and appreciated. His knowldage of the place is very good. History and actual facts included. But one thing is for sure. He offered the 6 hour tour... we should have opted for that. To much to be seen around. I know it sounds to much, but time will fly with all to be seen.Posted on Tripadvisor Travln-DawgVerified Guide-Driver in Ireland Jason Neeson (AKA Jay) was the driver guide for two components of our trip to Ireland on a personal tour arranged through Firebird Tours. Jay took us from Dublin to Galway. He is knowledgeable, entertaining, and fun. He had his own amplification system in his van soe we could hear his commentary clearly. We had requested additional stops for our trip. He not only made those but added one on his own. When we stopped at Sean's Bar, the oldest pub in Ireland, he arranged for us to meet and talk with the owner. Jay was our transport from Cork to south Dublin by way of Waterford. Again he was great and added stops in Waterford to learn about their Viking heritage and then set us up to do an outdoor chess match and a visit to a local museum. We have encouraged him to create his own travel book for Ireland as he was a super source for information.
EXCELLENT Based on 39 reviews Posted on Google Daniel LoesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our family had a delightful all-day tour to Newgrange, Hill of Tara, and Hill of Slane with Jason Neeson. We are so happy we booked this private tour with Planet Dublin Tours. Jason has a wonderful vibe, a fund of knowledge, and a gift for storytelling. We learned many things, from ancient Celtic gods (the Irish fairies) to current Irish music. Our tour was both educational and entertaining. We hope to use Jason next time we visit Ireland.Posted on Google Joe CarrollTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a fantastic local walking tour of the area with our guide Jason. He met us at our hotel in the Bar Temple area, and we developed a custom tour itinerary before setting out on foot. We saw a great deal of wonderful and amazing sites within our 2 hour tour, and covered a lot of ground. Jason blended a great sense of humor with his vast knowledge of the history of Dublin. He also had great recommendations for additional sites to for us to visit on our own in the afternoon. Don't miss the opportunity to have Jsson guide you through Dublin.Posted on Google Nick LenczewskiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a tour with Jason from Planet Dublin across three days, which was excellent! He is very knowledgeable of the history and geography of Ireland, restaurants and pubs, and tells great stories. We spent three days with him, visiting the Boyne Valley (Hill of Tara, Hill of Slane, New Grange), Rock of Cashel, Russborough House, and Glendalough. He made everything very easy and fun.Posted on Google Chris FerrisTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My wife and I had the pleasure of spending our first full day of our European trip in Dublin with Jason and I don't know how our trip could've kicked off better. Jason was a fantastic representative of Dublin and Ireland culture. We booked an 8 hr private walking tour of Dublin that was filled with historical sites (both standard and off the beaten path places). A tour that was incredibly informative-one of the types of tours where you can't wait to see the next location and have Jason explain the history. Jason's personality (and stories) had us laughing all day - down to the last pint. Thank you Jason for the incredible day. Jill and I can't wait to come back so you can show us the rest of Ireland.Posted on Google Michael FeldmanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a wonderful time with Jason. We requested a tour suitable for two couples, one that was interested in birding and another who wanted to see the sights. He took us to North Bull Island, St. Anne's Park and Howth and it was perfect for us. Jason was friendly, funny and extremely knowledgeable about all things Irish and his tour was the highlight of our trip.Posted on Google tiffanie jTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great tour in Dublin with Jason from Planet Dublin! He was super friendly, knowledgeable, and made everything fun and easy to follow. We learned a lot, saw some great spots, and never felt rushed. It was a perfect way to experience the city. Highly recommend!Posted on Google Amy StueweTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jason was a wealth of knowledge about the history of Dublin and Ireland in general. He had great stories to tell and even songs to sing! I would highly recommend this driving tour of Dublin!Posted on Google EDDY KASING CHANTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had the pleasure of Mr Jason Neeson taking care of us (party of 3) for a private day tour to Glendalough, Wiklow and Powerscourt Estate. Absolutely enjoyable and learning experience! Full of knowledge! On the following day, Jason took us to the airport when we realised we left something in the hotel room. After reaching the airport, Jason went back to the hotel to recuperate the forgotten item and back to airport. And he declined to accept extra fare for an extra hour drive. Absolute Respect to Mr Neeson! Real gentleman with character, bring pride to Ireland!!!Posted on Google Noel KellyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was recently part of a group of trainee guides that hired Jason as our guide. We visited both Glendalough and Powerscourt and what an amazing day it was. He kept the group enthralled with his knowledge and made it feel like we were living the story he was telling. Jason is very professional, informative and so easy to get on with. A real storyteller, you could listen to him all day.Posted on Google Sinéad HTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jason brought our large group on a wonderful tour of Glendalough and Powerscourt yesterday. He was knowledgeable, friendly, accommodating and provided us with a wealth of historical/cultural knowledge. With a courteous, kind, informative, positive and professional demeanor, I can't recommended Jason highly enough.
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