Top Dublin Cruises & Sailing

Admire Dublin from the water’s edge—and see perspectives on the city that aren’t visible elsewhere—when you embark on a cruise across Dublin Bay. Three different itineraries are available: a morning journey between Dun Laoghaire and Dublin City, a late morning trip from Dublin City to Dun Laoghaire, and an evening cruise from Howth to Dun Laoghaire. On all three tours, see Dublin’s key landmarks, spot wildlife, and enjoy on-board beverages (own expense).

Dublin visitors who want to experience the stunning Cliffs of Moher typically need to rent a car and drive, but that makes it tough to enjoy the sights along the way. On this private tour, you can sit back, relax, and let your driver whisk you from Dublin to the seaside cliffs. Along the way, you can arrange stops to see the sights or sample local cuisine, or just travel directly to save time—it's totally up to you.

Discover Ireland’s rugged western coast on this full-day private tour from Dublin. Tick off three iconic destinations with visits to the stunning, soaring Cliffs of Moher and the 14th-century Bunratty Castle, plus a scenic drive through the Burren along the coast of Clare. Tours include door-to-door transportation in a comfortable, WIFI-equipped vehicle and a tasty lunch stop at a traditional Irish pub.

Discover Dublin’s historic landmarks and famous attractions on a private tour tailor-made for you. With a personal guide and private vehicle, enjoy a customized full-day tour and visit sights such as the Guinness Storehouse, Kilmainham Gaol, or Malahide Castle; jump out to see Trinity College and St Patrick Cathedral; or escape the crowds in Phoenix Park or Howth village.

'Cliffs of Moher & Galway bay Experience' by ChaperoneVIP Private Tours is a comprehensive day out of Dublin to the Wild Atlantic Way where not only will you experience Galway bay and the rugged beauty of the famous Liscannor Cliffs and dramatic coastlines but you will also learn of many key events in Irish history as we do not waste any time during our full day. My Tour motto is: History - Music - The Craic - Guinness! Before we part ways you will have. . - a locals insights into Ireland and what makes us unique. - a good understanding of Irish history from the 1916 Easter Rising, the great Famine, Irish life & culture and what makes a PERFECT Guinness!! - you will learn the basics of the Irish language and a cúpla focal. - a collection of high quality 40MP digital photos as I am your personal candid photographer for the day. All tours are conducted in a highly personal and professional manner by myself and NO ONE else. See you in Ireland, Éamonn ChaperoneVIP Private Tours.

Trek through Howth to see off-the-beaten-path sights that most travelers miss on this small-group hiking tour. Listen to engaging commentary from your guide as you walk, illuminating the history Howth and Ireland from as far back as 700 years ago. Highlights include St. Mary's Abbey, the Cliffs of Howth, a centuries-old castle, and others. Finish up in a village pub for an included pint and a rest for your weary legs.

Take off from Dublin, and travel to Ireland’s County Meath during this private tour of Newgrange and the Hill of Tara, which includes round-trip transport. First, visit the prehistoric monument, Newgrange, before making your way to Boyne Valley. While in the valley, spend time exploring the archaeological complex, the Hill of Tara. End your day with a bite to eat (own expense) in the village of Howth.

When your cruise ship docks in port, enjoy knowing that you have your shore excursion all planned out. You'll explore both County Wicklow and Dublin city with a guide, who will fill you in on the history, culture, and people. Return to port in time to catch your departing ship, having got a great overview of the region.

Explore the scenic landscapes of Wicklow, the Garden of Ireland, on a private tour tailor-made for you. With a personal guide and private vehicle, discover the countryside around Dublin, stopping to admire the 6th-century ruins of Glendalough, stroll around Powerscourt Gardens, or shop for handicrafts in Avoca village.

Let us know your to do list, where you would like to go, what you would like to see, what experiences interest you, what type of tour you would prefer. Would you like the authentic Irish family ancestry tour experience or take the more scenic route and view Ireland's most beautiful locations. It's entirely up to you! We are a family run tour company! We love every opportunity to share our local knowledge, expertise with the most memorable experiences to ensure the perfect unique holiday. If you don’t know where to start with a custom tour and would you like our guidance and expert knowledge, just contact us through our website, email or phone number found on our TripAdvisor page.

When your cruise visits Dublin, witness the best of Ireland’s capital and County Wicklow, including Glendalough, on a full-day shore excursion. Board a climate-controlled coach and hear fun facts and history about the landmarks from your driver-guide on route. Admire Wicklow’s stunning mountains, hills and glassy lakes; and visit the ruined 6th-century St Kevin’s monastery in Glendalough, home to a stunning monastic round tower. Lastly, take a panoramic drive around Dublin to see top landmarks such as Ha'Penny Bridge and Trinity College, finishing with a shopping stop on Grafton Street.

On this tour we visit Newgrange, the Neolithic burial site that dates back over 5000 years. From there we visit the 10th century High Crosses at Monasterboice and the Melifont Abbey dating back to 1142. We will also visit the Battle of the Boyne site fought in 1690 by King William & King James.

This full-day, private tour from Dublin takes all the hassle out of visiting Ireland’s destination-worthy Atlantic coast. After pickup from your accommodation, travel via comfortable vehicle to the starkly beautiful Burren region and the UNESCO-listed Cliffs of Moher. As you go, head up the Wild Atlantic Way, visit charming villages like Doolin, and learn more about the area's history from your guide. Finish with a stop in bohemian Galway before returning to Dublin.

Students of history certainly know about the revolutionary period in Ireland, but to really understand this chapter in the nation's past, history fans shouldn't miss this private, guided Dublin tour. Uncover the happenings from 1913 to 1923, and visit several sights that are important to this era, with a guide offering insights using maps and historic documents. Highlights include stops at the National History Museum, Trinity College, and the Irish Famine Memorial.

Relax while you’re in Ireland with this private tour of Wicklow and Glendalough, including private, round-trip transport from Dublin. Take a scenic drive through Wicklow Mountains National Park, and make stops at Lough Tay, the Guinness estate, and the bridge used in the filming of “P.S. I Love You.” Plus, choose to visit the Powerscourt Gardens (own expense) or Avoca, and then end your day with time in Glendalough, where you can see St. Kevin’s monastery.

Do Dublin your way with this customizable private tour of the city. There’s no need to waste time studying maps or waiting for public transport with a guide to drive you around. As a history graduate and genealogist, your guide can also share information on Dublin’s history and heritage, as well as its most interesting sights, from St. Patrick’s Cathedral to the Ha'penny Bridge.

When visiting the North of Ireland there are some destinations that cannot be missed out on. We combine the most impressive highlights and custom build our tours around your time schedule and requirements . From the Giants Causeway and the stunningly beautuful area of the Carrick a Rede Rope Bridge we take in the areas of beauty that are guaranteed to impress. The Dark Hedges will make for photos that will take pride of place. We have the very best drivers and guides in the business and pride ourselves on offering the most enjoyable and fun experiences when travelling Ireland

Ireland is the land of saints and scholars. A nation that holds artists in particular veneration. We have four Nobel Prize winners in literature and hundreds of other gifted authors. At the head of this pantheon of greats, head and shoulders above any contemporary sits William Butler Yeats. If any one figure could be said to have recreated a nation, it would be Yeats. The very images most people think of when they imagine Ireland, originated in the pages of his poetry. On this tour we will journey from noisy Dublin to the spiritual home of Yeats, Sligo. We will visit his childhood home at Lisadell House, the Lake Isle of Innisfree, the countryside around Benbulben and his grave at Drumcliffe cemetery. Along the way we will read the poetry of the bard together, enjoy a lunch in Sligo town and watch a documentary about his life. Once we return to Dublin, we will finish the day by the Abbey Theatre, our national theatre, founded by Yeats in 1904.

Escape the buzzing city center and explore Ireland’s picturesque east coast. The seaside town of Malahide is brimming with Irish charm and is home to one of the country’s impressive medieval castles. Enjoy a private tour of the castle’s historic interior, then wander through the extensive gardens at your leisure. Step aboard a train and in just half an hour you will find yourself in a whole new world. The village of Malahide is the perfect blend of old meets new and its stunning surroundings will have nature-lovers jumping for joy. Start your experience with a peaceful walk through the woods in the direction of the historic Malahide Castle. Feeling hungry? Follow your local host to one of the village’s lunch spots and enjoy a tasty meal. Then take a walk along the area’s beautiful coastline and explore its beaches before taking a short bus ride back to Dublin’s city center.

The Giant’s Causeway will be one of your greatest travel memories after we explore it together. You’ll be immersed into the Ireland of legend, where the gods played their parts and giants walked this land. This will be a day to remember. From exploring the legend of the most famous ship in history - The Titanic - to becoming immersed in the passionate yet brutal history of The Troubles, Belfast has stories galore! NOTES: See the itinerary for more details Just like at all sites, your professional guide will recount the stories, explain the history and culture along the way. You will arrive back at Dublin Port in good time for your departure. Always be sure to inform your guide of when you’d like to arrive back at the ship. We suggest 90mins at least to account for any traffic delays.

Discover the lush Wicklow Mountains on this full-day private tour from Dublin. Drive along Ireland’s southern coast to reach the national park where you can explore remote mountain passes and their spectacular views. Sit down to a delicious lunch of traditional Irish fare before visiting the 6th-century settlement of Glendalough. Admire the beautiful scenery of the park throughout the day and see filming locations for Vikings and Braveheart.

When your cruise ship docks, hit the streets on this sightseeing shore excursion that's perfect for everyone. Experience the beauty, history and culture of Dublin during a popular hop-on, hop-off bus sighting tour. Discover the best of the Emerald Isle, including historic buildings, iconic sites, ancient landmarks and vibrant nightlife at your own pace. With 28 stops along the way--including the Old Jameson Distillery, the National Art Gallery, St Patrick's Cathedral and the Guinness Storehouse--this popular option ensures you don't miss a thing!

Dublin cruise passengers that want to see more in less time can admire Dublin—plus the scenery of the Irish countryside at Glendalough—on this full-day guided tour. You're whisked from port for your full-day adventure, with a guide to showcase the best of Ireland. Explore an area known as the City of Seven Churches, ride around Dublin, and enjoy a panoramic city highlights tour—all in just one day.