Had the best time with Desmond Tours!!! Super nice guy, none of us got carsick on Ireland's twisty roads, learned a ton and loved the 24/7 personal professional experience. Wouldn't go to Ireland again without Desmond!

Desmond and Luisa were excellent from the start - email and zoom call sealed the deal for me. Friendly, professional, clear, great and responsive communication. They set up our foursome -- 4 male golfers, all around 60 years, with an excellent, entertaining, and knowledgeable driver, Tony Crowe. Tony made every part of our trip more fun, and we had complete confidence in him meeting our schedule and needs -- flexible, easygoing, professional, etc. Overall, 5 stars for this outfit. Great set up (van and driver) for a golf trip!

Brilliant tour guide - had an amazing trip in Ireland !

What a fantastic tour of Ireland we had with Desmond Tours ! This is the second time we have toured with “Des” but it won’t be our last … for sure ! Desmond and Luisa helped us decide which cities, attractions, activities and dinning experiences we wanted. From there, Desmond and Luisa made suggestions and once we agreed on where and what, they did the rest ! Being “Chauffeured” around in a brand new Mercedes-Benz vehicle was sweet ! We saw everything we wanted to see and Des made certain our reservations were in order and as a result we NEVER waited in line for anything ! COVID safety was a priority and Desmond made sure to keep us safe at all times. Des’ personality, education and sense of humor made our trip memorable ! This is an affordable way to see all of Ireland and custom design your trip ! I highly recommend engaging Desmond Tours for your next trip to The Emerald Isle !

Book with Desmond Tours for a wonderful, fully customized Ireland experience! We spent two days with Desmond and we have some wonderful memories...and stories!! One day was spent around Cork and in Cobh (to include a visit to the Donkey Sanctuary which was EPIC). A few days later, Des picked us up again to explore the Kilkenny area. Despite some of the challenges caused by COVID, Des made sure that we saw and experienced many things on our list. His historical knowledge is fantastic and so insightful. I really appreciated his many stories, too. We laughed and laughed! We are already talking about a return visit and will definitely use Des again!!

What a fantastic trip! Over two weeks in Ireland seeing the country and doing everything from climbing tall ocean cliffs, holding a baby lamb, sleeping in castles, and discovering the history, heritage, beauty, and of course the friendly people of Ireland first-hand. We couldn’t have done it without Des, and the amazing service offered by Desmond Tours. We are experienced and picky travelers, and have used all sorts of tour companies. Desmond Tours is the best tour company we've ever experienced. Along with another couple - our good friends - we planned a 16 day trip for 2020, but of course that was postponed due to COVID-19. A tough situation, but Desmond Tours was exceptionally accommodating. From the moment Des picked the four of us up at the Dublin Airport at 5:00am (!), and until he dropped us off 16 days later, safety was tops. He disinfected the coach nightly, supplied fresh masks upon demand, lined up everything in advance with no surprises, and helped my wife, who is less physically able, to be safe and enjoy every minute of the trip. Des is such a friendly, engaging, funny guy with a gift for bringing Ireland to life. Every minute with him was so relaxed and fun. We did a grand circle, from Dublin to Donegal to Galway, Killarney, and Kilkenny, staying 3-4 nights each place. Des took care of all the driving, routes, sights along the way, and day trips from our hotels. Each day was extraordinary and memorable. We were super comfortable in the Mercedes motor coach. Our pace was leisurely and relaxed, with plenty of rest, stops to eat and have a pint, and enjoy Ireland without the rush. It is hard to explain just how much better this sort of private tour experience is than group tours delivered by even the most exclusive large companies. We had the benefit of a private guide with decades of in-country experience, a deep knowledge and passion for Irish history, culture, and people, and a singular focus on delivering the trip of a lifetime. For a price similar to what we’ve paid for a high-end "all inclusive” tour in other places, we enjoyed a much more personalized and flexible experience. Really - whatever we wanted to see and do, Des made it happen. We chose our own hotels and food to suit our preferences exactly, with Des's guidance before and during the tour. Weather looks bad tomorrow? No problem - Des adjusted, planning something better for rain, and took us to our outdoor explorations the next day. When we wanted to go off the beaten path and see parts of Ireland most tourists never see, Des got us there and back in plenty of time to enjoy a great meal and a pint of Guinness. We totally recommend Desmond Tours. Whether for just a few days or a multi-week odyssey, if you want the best Irish holiday that money can buy - best value, best experience, fine-tuned to your wishes, most fun, Des is your ticket!

Desmond Tours is THE way to see Ireland!! Desmond has the best recommendations for places to eat, places to see, and amazing stories along the way. He creates a really fun & welcoming environment. HIGHLY recommend 🇮🇪

The best in Ireland! Gave us the trip of a lifetime. Great humor, unmatched knowledge and stories of every town or landmark we went to/passed by. Crafted a trip to meet the needs of all involved.

Desmond’s face makes me smile!! For anyone thinking about booking a trip to Ireland, Desmond is your guy!!!!! We were his last group before the world shut down and he did everything he could to keep us in the moment and enjoy all the beauty Ireland has to offer. As well as knowing where to hear the best music and enjoy a wonderful meal. He knows everything!!! I imagine how hard it must have been to entertain us while worrying about his own family - Thank you Desmond, I know you will be rewarded with many future trips.