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Enjoy green scenery, rugged coasts and warm Irish hospitality on a trip to the Emerald Isle. Book with Nordic Visitor, a top Ireland travel agency, and you’ll have a personal expert to arrange your itinerary on your behalf. Accommodation, local transport and 24/7 support is included.

Exploring Ireland with Nordic Visitor

Enjoy the freedom of discovering Ireland at your own pace on a self-drive trip. Or if you'd prefer to be escorted by an expert local guide, choose from our small group and private tours.

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AnnUnited States

I'm so happy I found Nordic Visitor! Our 10-day self-drive tour of Ireland made our trip feel like a carefree... read more

I'm so happy I found Nordic Visitor! Our 10-day self-drive tour of Ireland made our trip feel like a carefree vacation. The accommodation were outstanding, and finding ourselves within walking distance of city centres was wonderful. Our hotels/inns offered lovely breakfasts and some had excellent evening dining on-site. The Nordic Visitor travel guide was a pleasure to follow, filled with many choices to plan our daily excursions. Nordic Visitor is highly professional and thorough, from website to bookings. We appreciate all the planning Chris put into creating a fantastic itinerary for us!

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Nordic Visitor offers a package for every type of traveller. Travel consultants are extremely helpful and steer... read more

Nordic Visitor offers a package for every type of traveller. Travel consultants are extremely helpful and steer travellers to the perfect package to meet their interests.

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Your Ireland Travel Agency

Trust our travel experts to organise a trip to Ireland you’ll never forget. They’ve enjoyed the same routes, castles and coastlines you’re about to experience.

Our team carries out regular quality checks to ensure the services you use are first-rate.

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English, Irish (Gaelic)

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Euro (EUR), Pound (GBP) in N.Ireland only

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UTC +0 (+1 in summer)

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Dublin (Ireland), Belfast (N.Ire)

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Secure your trip your way with Nordic Visitor. Book a tour with as little as 10% deposit. With a 20% deposit or more, you will receive our Cancellation Protection free of charge. You can also pay the full price right away to guarantee today’s exchange rate. Terms & conditions apply.

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Trusted travel experts

Nordic Visitor has been creating unforgettable travel experiences in the Northern Europe since 2002. All our packages are thoroughly tested, so you can travel in the confidence that every hotel, route and attraction has been carefully chosen. Your trip is created with our in-depth local expertise so that you see the best of Ireland and take home amazing memories.

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Our dedicated teams deliver excellent service quality, and this is reflected year after year when TripAdvisor awards us with their Certificate of Excellence. We also take great pride in our customer feedback: 97% of our travelers say they would recommend us to friends and family.

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You are in good hands

One of our travel experts is always on call 24/7 to handle any unforeseen situations during your trip. Unexpected event or weather issues? No problem. Reach us on our dedicated helpline and we’ll rework your itinerary. We’ll move your accommodation and re-book activities, while keeping you safe and informed.

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Flexible tour options

Nordic Visitor creates all Ireland packages to give guests the adventure of their dreams. But you can also customise your itinerary. For instance, you could add extra nights, optional activities or upgrade your accommodation. Personalise your tour online or speak to your travel consultant.

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Hassle-free experience

We have everything in hand and book all aspects of your dream vacation in Ireland before you arrive, from your accommodation to activities. What distinguishes us from other tour companies is that we create a personalised itinerary and hand-marked map for you, highlighting the best attractions of your tour.

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Full financial protection

With Nordic Visitor, you have peace of mind knowing your holiday arrangements with us are 100% financially protected. Your payments are safeguarded as we comply with European Union laws on Package Travel regulations. This guarantees you a refund in the unlikely event that the company experiences insolvency.

Choose Your Way to Explore Ireland

Whatever you want to see and experience in Ireland, we have a package to satisfy your needs.

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Imagine the fresh breeze on your face as you take in the seemingly endless green hills of the Irish landscape. You’re about to have an unforgettable adventure where you will…

Frequently Asked Questions
About Ireland

In case you have a few questions before booking your Ireland vacation, we’ve collected and answered the most important ones for your peace of mind. You can also find more detailed answers and travel tips in our Ireland Travel Guide. Or, if you want to know more about booking and payment details, check out our FAQ page.

The Emerald Isle is known world-wide thanks to its beauty, culture and history. People around the globe celebrate St Patrick’s Day, listen to Irish music, drink Guinness beer and read Irish literature. Let’s not forget about its natural beauty, stunning coastlines and mystical castles.

Read more cool things about Ireland on our experts' blog.

The weather conditions in Ireland can change quickly and often in all regions of the country. Although the climate isn’t extreme, the locals are fond of saying that you can experience all four seasons in a day. Make sure to dress the part and nothing will stop you from enjoying your trip!

From grand historic castles to atmospheric ruins, there are castles dotted all over Ireland. Estimated at over 30,000 there are too many to visit during your tour. For this reason, we’ve compiled our 15 favourite Irish castles in this blog so you can decide which ones you want to see.

English and Irish (Gaelic) are the two main languages of the Republic of Ireland. However, the Gaelic-speaking Irish are bilingual, so you won’t need a language book. You may encounter some signs in Gaelic throughout your tour, but you can check out our wee guide to learn more.

The Republic of Ireland is part of the European Union and uses the Euro (€, EUR) as currency. In Northern Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom, the currency is the Pound sterling (£, GBP). Find out more in our guide about Ireland’s currency and money.

Ireland is a very safe place to visit! It has recently been ranked amongst the 15 safest countries in the world. As in other European countries, pickpocketing and petty theft can occasionally occur in cities, but the risk of encountering crime in the rural areas is very low.

Dublin is the capital of the Republic of Ireland and Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland. All our Ireland tours start from Dublin. If you fly into a different Irish city, get in touch so we can book you a private transfer to Dublin or customise your tour to start from a different location.

EU or EEA citizens, as well as those carrying passports from the UK, Switzerland, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, do not need visas for short-term travel in Ireland. If you are visiting from another country, please check the Irish Government website to see if you need a visa and how to apply.

Please be aware that from 2025 the UK requires citizens from a majority of countries to hold an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the country. Northern Ireland is part of the UK, so if your tour includes a stay there, you'll need to apply in advance. This ETA also applies for transfers via UK airports.

Yes, you can. Our Ireland tours can start on any day between April and October. When you’ve picked your favourite package and you’re ready to book, simply pick a date in the calendar that suits you best. Your personal travel consultant will then get in touch to confirm your details.

We recommend that you do not organise flights until we have confirmed your package. Once you book your tour with us, one of our travel agents will contact you within two working days with more details about your arrangements. You can then book your flights with the confirmed start date of your tour.

There is much to explore in Ireland. We believe one of our adventures tours of Ireland will allow you to see the Emerald Isle at its best and enjoy its highlights.

Some must-do activities in Ireland include:

  • Discovering the capital, Dublin, from where you can take day trips to nearby attractions.
  • Walking along the impressive Cliffs of Moher.
  • Driving the Wild Atlantic Way to see the stunning coastline.
  • Tasting the Irish flavour with some local food, whiskey and beer.
  • Heading to Northern Ireland to visit Belfast and the Giant’s Causeway.
  • Exploring the gems and villages along the Ring of Kerry.
  • Learning about your Irish heritage.

You can read about some of our favourite places in Ireland here.

While it is technically possible to sometimes see the northern lights from Ireland (especially in County Donegal, thanks to its northerly location and lack of light pollution), it’s not the ideal location to do so.

Why not head inside the Arctic Circle instead? You have a higher chance to spot the northern lights in Iceland or see them during an aurora safari in northern Norway.

When creating packages, our tour operators aim to show our visitors the very best of Ireland. But we understand everyone’s dreams are different. Add extra nights, upgrades and optional activities to your liking as you go through the booking steps. If you'd like to personalise your itinerary further, be sure to ask your dedicated travel consultant.

For the best weather and longer daylight hours, we recommend visiting between April and October. At this time, attractions also have longer opening hours meaning you can make the most of your tour! Read more about the best time to visit Ireland depending on your interests.

The Irish weather can be variable and unpredictable, even between April and October. Regardless of the weather, this is what we recommend packing for your trip to Ireland:

  • Light and waterproof layers, including a rain jacket
  • Light gloves
  • Hat
  • Scarf
  • Your camera!
  • Binoculars for wildlife and bird watchers
  • A pair of walking shoes (or boots) if you intend on going for coastal walks

Read more in our packing guide.

While Ireland is an island, you can easily drive or take a bus to Northern Ireland (which is part of the UK). From there, you can hop on the ferry to the south of Scotland. For the best of both, visit Scotland and Ireland in one tour. Plan your ideal trip to the Celtic nations with this handy guide

When you visit Ireland, you may hear the word ‘craic’ (pronounced crack) or the expression ‘What’s the craic?’ from the locals. It’s a popular Irish word meaning ‘enjoyable time’. It can also mean fun and entertainment.

 

About Nordic Visitor Tours

One of Iceland’s leading travel companies, Nordic Visitor was established in 2002 and, to this day, creates excellent experiences for customers in Northern Europe. We’re passionate in our belief that your trip should be memorable for all the right reasons. Our Ireland tours include:

  • Flexible itineraries: you can customise your tour with extra nights, optional activities or accommodation upgrades.
  • Quality checked accommodation: wherever you stay is guaranteed to be tried by our destination experts and tested to our exacting standards. 
  • Travel guide: add some secret sauce to your getaway with our team's insider travel tips and hidden gem attractions.
  • 24/7 helpline: all our vacation packages include access to our 24/7 helpline. Have the peace of mind that there’s always a travel consultant within reach.

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