Your guide to the best small group tours Ireland and Tours Ireland experiences
Connect the Dots Tours of Ireland specializes in immersive small group tours Ireland, Luxury Tours Ireland and Private tours Ireland designed for relaxed exploration, local connection and unforgettable memories.
Each tour is thoughtfully curated to balance comfort, culture, scenery and authentic Irish experiences.
How many people are on a private tour?
Private tours are fully customizable – you choose the size of your group (3–16 people). Whether traveling with friends, family or a special group, we tailor your itinerary to your interests.
What’s the group size on small group tours?
Our signature 11-day small group tours Ireland are capped at 16 people, ensuring a relaxed pace and plenty of personal attention — much smaller than many tours that may carry 25–40 people.
Do you have Wi-Fi and outlets on the bus?
Yes — all vehicles include free 4G Wi-Fi, USB charging outlets and cup holders so you can stay connected and comfortable.
Is there a restroom on board?
]There is no onboard restroom, but we never drive more than ~90 minutes without a scheduled break — and additional stops can always be made as needed.
Where do we stay on tour?
We choose locally owned luxury and boutique hotels to enhance your experience of Luxury Tours Ireland.
Our Regular Hotels on our Small Group Tours are;
Can we do laundry on tour?
Yes, It’s no problem. Our hotel in Westport (Day 4 & 5 of the tour) and the hotel in Dingle ( day 7 & 8 of the tour) have laundry facilities. It works really well. Basically, these 2 hotels have laundry bags in their hotel rooms. You put your clothes in the laundry bags – bring them down to reception and the following day they are ready for collection. It generally costs about 15 – 20euro a bag and has proven to be a stress free, easy and cheap laundry option on our tour.
What should I pack?
Irish weather can vary — layers are key! Bring a light rain jacket, comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen and a warm layer.
Electrical adapters needed?
Ireland uses UK-style 3-prong plugs. Bringing an adapter is recommended.
Money & Credit Cards
We recommend carrying about €50 per person per day for meals, drinks and shopping. Sterling/££ is not needed. We pass ATM’S everyday. Visa & Mastercard are widely accepted, though American Express is not commonly used.
Tipping in Ireland
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, it’s customary to tip around 10–15% for good service.
How do I get from Dublin Airport to the city?
The Aircoach shuttle runs regularly (~every 15–20 minutes) to Dublin city center. Taxis are also available. Check out our Getting from Dublin Airport to Dublin City Centre Blog
Where does the tour start?
Small group tours begin at Stauntons on the Green Hotel on St. Stephen’s Green in Dublin — meet your guide at 8:15 AM; departure is at 8:30 AM.
Cancellation Policy
Plans change — full refunds (minus deposit) are available with notice more than 40 days before departure. For details see Terms & Conditions.
Are children welcome?
Children aged 8–18 are welcome on small group tours; all ages are welcome on private tours.
Wheelchair accessibility?
Our luxury mini-coaches are not wheelchair accessible, but we’re happy to discuss accommodations for foldable wheelchairs with advance notice.
Explore more about Ireland
Connect With Us
We’re here to help! Contact us anytime for personalized answers or browse our full small group and private tours Ireland details to plan the trip of a lifetime.