Why Choose Us?
There are many fantastic tour companies in Ireland - Why choose Desmond Tours?
There are many ways to see Ireland – but only one where you set the pace, and follow your own travel plans and interests. Your friendly and local driver-guides takes care of the rest. At Desmond Tours, we understand how overwhelming it can feel trying to choose the right tour company for your Ireland vacation. With so many options, it’s hard to know who to trust:
- who will truly listen?
- who will treat you like family?
- and who will make sure you don’t miss out on anything special?
Why we do things differently.
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all itineraries. Our private tours are 100% flexible, customizable, and built around your interests, pace, and priorities.
When you travel with Desmond Tours:
You set the schedule – no early morning departures (unless that’s what you like!).
You decide where to go and how long to stay. No strict time slots.
You enjoy the freedom of a personalised itinerary, created just for your group.
You get to truly relax, because your driver-guide takes care of the driving on the left, the timing, the reservations – and all the little details.
You experience Ireland like a local, with lots of stories, hidden gems, and warm welcomes along the way.
We invite you to browse our sample itineraries – but remember, this is just a starting point. Every tour we design is as unique as the people we welcome to Ireland.
You’re not a customer. You’re our guest.
Desmond Tours is a locally owned company based in the southeast of Ireland. We’ve built our reputation on genuine care, deep knowledge, and personal connections – with our guests and activity and accommodation partners.
From the moment you contact us, we’re here to help. We’ll answer every question, ease every worry, and ensure every day of your journey is stress-free, seamless, and full of joy – whether that means securing a table at a cosy pub, timing the perfect scenic stop, or helping you discover a hidden coastal village you’d probably never find on your own.
Don’t just take our word for it!
We’re proud of our 5-star reviews on Tripadvisor – written by your fellow guests who came to us as strangers, and left as friends.
We’d love to help you experience Ireland the Desmond Tours way – with heart, lots of flexibility, and a warm Irish welcome.
We Get It. That’s Why We Do Tours Differently.
Flexibility
You dictate the pace of your vacation,
our guests are in charge! See for yourself
on our testimonial page.
Comfort
Your driver guide will look after driving on the left-hand side, all you need to do is relax and enjoy the scenery!
Relaxation
Your driver guide will look after driving on the left-hand side, all you need to do is relax and enjoy the scenery!
Individuality
With your expert driver guide, everyone’s needs are met and every moment is memorable.
Experience
We have 25 years of experience in the Irish tourism industry, and our driver-guides have only ever received 5-star reviews.
Adventure
We as locals will take you to Ireland’s
best kept secrets, which are often located off the beaten track.
