The longer you spend in Ireland, the more you will discover the variety of quaint villages seeped in history and activities possible with Ireland vacation packages.

A popular Irish vacation possibility, especially for first-time visitors or active nature enthusiasts, is an escorted tour. Ranging from a large motor coach with an entertaining driver/guide, to a personalized, luxurious car with a chauffeur/guide, to walking or bike tours through the spectacular countryside and coastlines, guided tours offer an insight into Ireland that is hard to find on one’s own.

Your choices for itineraries on guided motor coach tours are extensive, depending on your preferences, budget and length of your vacation. You might like to include a tour to nearby Scotland and/or England.

The very popular Ireland Pub tours provide exceptional value for Ireland vacation packages, especially for a short winter vacation. Many of these tours are structured for a "taste" of Ireland – the tours only last for 4 or 5 days and include a few major attractions and destinations – and of course, several stops at welcoming, and often famous, Irish pubs.

Are you thinking about a family trip or reunion – or even a romantic or solitary getaway? Why not rent a cottage by the sea where everyone can have enough room to move around and explore, and can share quiet moments by a warming fire or relax outdoors.

Rental vacation homes are available in your choice of budgets and locations – by the sea, in small villages, in sports communities and even as part of luxury hotel resorts. Some rental properties feature seasonal activities such as Kid’s Clubs and organized events and may be conveniently next to a spa or fitness center and restaurants; others are single cottages in scenic locations, where you can experience Irish life and meet the local community. Renting a cottage provides a reasonably priced base from which to explore the region or learn more about your family’s heritage.

 Among the most popular Ireland vacation packages for independent vacationers is a self-drive vacation that includes accommodations in a combination of B&Bs, hotels and castles. Your options are virtually endless depending on the distance you want to drive and the length of your vacation. 

If you want to see as much as possible, think about flying into Shannon and departing from Dublin – doing this can eliminate backtracking across the country.  There are so many interesting places to see in Ireland, you may just lose yourself in the country’s charm.  Try to plan your basic routing before you leave home to make sure you will have enough time to reach all the significant attractions you want to see.

If you are seeking a unique and romantic venue for your wedding, think about a fairytale destination wedding at an Irish castle. To enhance this perfect setting, many castles offer elaborate formal gardens, luxurious accommodations, outstanding cuisine and amenities unlike those offered in any other venue.

To honeymoon in Ireland, you can choose from romantic castles and cozy B&Bs; lavish spas to rejuvenate from your pre-wedding stress; peaceful walks along a beach or through elegant gardens and woodland paths; quiet gourmet candlelit dinners or active nightlife in the cities.

 Vacationing in Ireland truly does offer something for everyone: historic sites; spectacular landscapes; entertaining traditional music; outdoor activities; solitary villages untouched by time and vibrant cities; romantic hideaways and the warm friendship found only in a true Irish Pub. 

For the best value vacations, now is a great time to discover the charm of Ireland and plan your favorite Ireland vacation packages.