Why Inroads

Such a great mix of very interesting and unique places and things to visit along with the opportunity to enjoy the stunning scenery along the way and also spend time enjoying the towns. I also really appreciated and enjoyed the timing and location of the lunch and break stops along the way. Dianne, Go West

The memories we made on this trip are priceless. Barbara, Go South

{Our guide] made the "off road" focus of the trip very interesting and enjoyable. We also like the intimate nature of the experience and being in a very small group….I truly believe you have the right balance of everything and don't have suggestions for improving an already excellent experience. Kenneth & Anne Marie, Go South

Hope to take the Go North tour soon. Then I will have taken all three. David, Go West

This was my third trip with Inroads Ireland. I recommend them to all who ask about my travels. You do travel well! Annette, Go North

I thought the Cliffs of Moher was the reason I wanted this tour, but EVERY stop was amazing. Lauranne, Go South

There were so many off the beaten path things to see and our guide was amazing. Sue, Go South

Our two previous tours with Inroads Ireland were the main factor in our decision to take the third tour and Go West. How about a Go East tour? CB & David, Go West

I loved learning about the history of all the areas we went to. The scenery was magnificent! I liked making little stops along the way to see certain attractions, even when we just stopped to go to the restroom or get coffee and a snack. Melissa, Go South

InRoads exceeded our expectations. Every [day] was a different experience and the scenery was beautiful. Billy & Val, Go North

Thank you so much for a wonderful Irish experience. This trip far exceeded my expectations and they were set high. The schedule had the right mix of planned and free time to support activities, fun and relaxing time. Each overnight stay accommodations were so welcoming and charming. Our guides Emily and John were delightful with their Irish tales and knowledge of the local history. I loved this trip. I have already and will continue to recommend Inroads Ireland for anyone wanting a lovely touring experience! Annette, New Albany, Indiana, USA

I’m a repeat traveler with Inroads Ireland (2008, 2009, and 2014) and every tour has been great fun. The tour is the best combination of guided activities and traveler choice. We had a great group of people on the tour too. I highly recommend traveling with Inroads Ireland Tours! Melissa, Buffalo Grove, Illinois, USA

I was very impressed with the thoughtful selection of amazing sites that we visited. Their out-of-the-way locations with almost no other people added to the sense of timelessness, peace and awe. This trip was just what I wanted - small group, focused, well-balanced, organized, with amazing discoveries and background appreciation for Irish history, culture, and what we were seeing. An A+ experience! Anne, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Inroads Ireland Tours is now our top tour experience for Europe, which includes a Baltic capital cruise two years ago and a Mediterranean cruise from Rome. Thanks! Bruce & Betty, Madison, Wisconsin USA

My tour was excellent. I wanted a mix of historical sites, natural beauty, and small towns, with free time thrown in. I also wanted a group that was small enough to allow flexibility, as well as allowing you to get to know your fellow tour members. All these things happened, so I was very pleased. I’m glad I was able to take my kids on a trip that they’ll remember with pleasure forever. David, Madison, Wisconsin USA

I enjoyed our guide’s style with his personal interaction with the group, a wealth of interesting information on sites visited, history, politics, culture and language, humor, poetry recitations and readings (very special), music, both singing and CDs, and his spontaneity—buying fresh strawberries for us down a country lane. Diane, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Every aspect of the tour exceeded my expectations. I had never traveled overseas from the U.S. and this trip was exceptional in every way. I would do it again in a heartbeat! Linda, Chesterland, Ohio, USA

We enjoyed all the stories and background history of the places we visited and the Irish people. Our guide made Ireland ‘come alive’ for us as he chatted on, telling one story after another. The frequent stops were welcome, giving us a chance to walk a bit and explore our surroundings. This was our first “tour” and we were somewhat worried we might be swallowed up in the masses of other tourists in big buses. The small group was excellent. We felt like a rather large family travelling together; all very nice. There were many personal touches we don’t think would have been possible in a much larger group. Carolyn and Phil always went ‘above and beyond’ to make sure we were happy. They even arranged a surprise celebration of our wedding anniversary; such a lovely gesture. Thank you! Tom and Margaret-Ellen, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

The trip was just so enjoyable, and we loved every one of our fellow travelers. It was sooo much better than traveling on our own and never seeing above the hedgerows! You gave us the vacation of a lifetime, and for that we thank you. Kathy & Joe, Marshfield, Massachusetts, USA

Our guide was funny, engaging, and a great storyteller. I liked hearing all the history behind a place while we were driving there or before we left the bus, giving us plenty of time to explore what we wanted to while at each site. I loved that he was flexible and willing to stop when the group wanted to and not so governed by a set schedule, except when it was necessary. I truly appreciated the personal care and attention you showed to each of your guests. And thank you for the amazing birthday celebration! Lani, Montevallo, Alabama, USA

The pace was about perfect, never too rushed or hectic but with plenty to see and do. I loved the places you chose for us to stay in - both the towns and the lodging choices themselves. Everywhere we stayed was homey and comfortable. I really liked never having to worry about lodgings, reservations, directions, driving or getting lost or being late. Our guide was great - he had a fun grasp of Irish myths and legends and helped us understand the Irish people and their outlooks. It was truly the trip of a lifetime and you made it easy! Eric, Madison, Wisconsin, USA

Our guide shares his love of Ireland and his incredible depth of knowledge in a way everyone can enjoy. He’s an extraordinary host who makes each person feel welcome and included in the adventure. And he’s a great driver! As we watched gigantic tour buses straddle the tender little Irish roads and release huge swarms of eager tourists onto already overcrowded sites, I breathed a quiet sigh in the comfort of Inroad Irelands’ humane sized vehicle and enjoyed even more the lesser-known, fascinating places that we experienced. How did I get so lucky as to find this gem of a tour company? It was a fabulous trip. Thank you very much. I couldn’t have had a better time or better traveling companions. Phyllis, Los Angeles, California, USA

I really liked going to the ‘off the beaten path places. I also really liked having free time built into the schedule and having choices of places to eat lunch and dinner. I refer to the tour as the “UN-tour” to all my friends because of the flexibility, small group size, and free time. That is my kind of tour! Melissa, Buffalo Grove, Illinois, USA

Many thanks to Carolyn and Phil for starting Inroads Ireland. It has become the gold standard against which I’ll compare all other tour organizations/groups. I can’t imagine seeing Ireland any other way now and am talking my husband into going with me on the Go North tour! Michelle, Marshfield, Wisconsin, USA

We would like to thank you for sharing Ireland with us, we had a great trip, can’t stop talking about it!! What I liked best about our holiday (apart from the good weather) was being in a small group and going on all those back roads where tourists rarely tread. Just loved the countryside, everything was so GREEN, the gorgeous country homes, the friendly people, and the coast was outstanding!!! Margaret and Paul, Camden, New South Wales, Australia