Golf Vacations Ireland | The History of Golf in Ireland

Tralee golf club | Ireland golf trips | Executive Tours Ireland

Golf is an ever-growing popular sport with over 60 million golfers in the world and over 150,000 of those in Ireland. There’s a constant stream of guests (over 200,000) travelling for a golf vacation in Ireland and to stay in Irish luxury accommodation in between days on the courses. Fáilte Ireland estimates that golf tourism brings in €270 million to the economy each year and expects that to keep grow. Confirming how magnificent it is to golf in Ireland. This makes us wonder about the early days of golf and how did it make its way to Ireland?

Private Escorted Tours of Ireland | The Islands of Ireland

Private Guided Tours of Ireland | Executive Tours Ireland

Ireland itself is known as the Emerald Isle but did you know that Ireland is also surrounded by a cluster smaller of islands? In fact, there are 80 islands of significant size around the Irish coast. It’s definitely worth taking a vacation to Ireland to check out the serene beautiful little islands, many of which or uninhabited.  A true taste of Ireland and an added bonus of an Irish private chauffeur to escort you to every one.

Car Service Adare Manor | JP McManus Pro Am – Adare Manor

Adare Manor Golf Course | Ireland Golf Tours

Every golfer’s dream is to play the best golf courses in the world, then look no further than a golf trip to Ireland.  Team that with The JP McManus Pro Am and you will have a Irish golf vacation of a lifetime!  Set in Adare in county Limerick the last highly successful Pro Am tourament was in 2010.  It will making a grand return in 2020, a decade later, but what is the JP McManus Pro Am? 

 Small Group Tours Ireland | Ireland’s Ancient Treasures

Book of Kells | Ireland Private Guided Tours

We explored some of Ireland’s top Ancient places to visit, now we take a look at some of the ancient treasure’s that have been found on the Emerald Isle.  A tour of Ireland is much more than a vacation, allow yourself to be immersed in the many years of history with the backdrop of some of the most beautiful scenery you’ll ever see!  

Golf Vacations Ireland | Why Golf in Ireland?

Golf Tours Ireland

A golf vacation in Ireland requires a lot of planning, this is crucial so that you have as much time as possible on the course.  Ireland has become an increasingly popular place to visit for a golf trip.  Why?  Scenery, scenery and more scenery!  Ireland offers the natural backdrop of lush green land, majestic cliffs and beautiful beaches; the ideal setting for any golf course.  There are over 300 courses in Ireland so Mike Ryan has narrowed it down to a few of his favourite courses and picked them from all corners of the Emerald Isle.

Ireland Luxury Tour Operator | Ancient Ireland: Top Places to Visit

Newgrange | Small Group Tours Ireland

A customized tour of Ireland means uncovering the ancient lands of the saints and scholars. The island is steeped in so much history it’s difficult to list all the sites that should be seen and where to start.  With a private driver in Ireland it means you can make the most of your time in the emerald isle and see as many places as possible without worrying about planning the best routes or navigating the sometimes tiny country roads here. Below are just a few of the ancient discoveries in Ireland, there are many, many more.

Ireland Golf Vacations | Golf in Stunning Kerry 

County Kerry is the most scenic county in Ireland and an extremely popular place for tourists to visit. Did you know it’s also on every golfers dream list to play there? The scenery on the golf courses here are phenomenal, with dramatic Atlantic coastline views. The beautiful sand dunes of County Kerry await you and are ready for you to plan your Deluxe Irish Golf Vacation today.

Ireland Luxury Tour Operator | Seven Beaches to see in Ireland

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The scenery in Ireland is known to be lush green landscapes of idyllic views but did you know that Ireland also has some of the best beaches in the world?  A vacation in Ireland with Executive Tours Ireland means that it’s a bespoke tour and can include any sight-seeing you wish see.  Breathe in the fresh Irish sea air and feel invigorated for the rest of your vacation.  

Golf Tours Ireland | Exclusive Golf in County Clare

Nestled on the beautiful coastline in County Clare, Trump International Golf Course in Doonbeg is one of the most spectacular in Ireland and the magnificent hotel is the ultimate luxury.  Donald Trump owns this exclusive Golf Course and Hotel. He regularly visits our ’emerald isle’, as many presidents of past have. Allow your Irish personal driver to collect you from the convenient and local Shannon Airport to escort you on your private golf tour of Ireland.

Private Escorted Tours of Ireland | Castles in Ireland

Private Guided Tours of Ireland

Let us be your guide to the most luxurious Manor Houses and Castles of Ireland. For a truly unforgettable stay in Ireland, why not contact us and we will get you the best available rates on any luxury Hotel Castles in Ireland. Ireland has an abundance of castles and many, such as the ones listed below, have been transformed into exclusive hotels, so that you can live and travel like a king and Queen for the duration of your holiday in Ireland. We offer a full chauffeur service, including a meet and greet facility at the airport. Arrive in Style and comfort to any of the many Castles in Ireland with us, at very competive rates.

Ireland Golf Vacations | 2019 Golf Tours Ireland

Luxury Golf Ireland

Part of planning your 2019 Irish Golf Package is that we  can customise any tour to make your Golf Trip to Ireland one to remember. We have a variety of tours and can balance Golf with sight seeing or; offer Golf Tours in Northern Ireland and Scotland. There’s something for all the family. One of the most important parts of your tour will be your Irish private driver who will be very friendly and flexible, and will go above and beyond to make sure you have the time of your life in our very beautiful country.  Here’s just some of the fantastic Irish golf courses to play…

Family Tours Ireland | 2019 Tours with Executive Tours Ireland 

Private Irish Drivers

Mike Ryan and his team are ready for a busy 2019 and looking forward to meeting all our guests, new and previous.  The new year is set to be our busiest yet and we have started taking bookings for 2020.  We outlined our popular tours below but please do contact us for an itinerary tailor-made just for you and as always it will include a luxury vehicle with your own private Irish chauffeur.

The Ultimate South West Ireland Golf Vacation | Irish golf Vacation Packages

Lahinch Golf Club | Luxury Golf Tour Vacations Ireland

Tralee, Ballybunion, Doonbeg, Lahinch, Waterville and of course unique to the whole world the Old Head of Kinsale, just out of this world… these are some of the most legendary names in golf and they are all found in our beautiful country, Ireland. Our tiny emerald green isle is famous for its celtic history and monuments, saints and scholars yes, – but also for its golf and hospitality or ‘craic’ (Irish word for fun), and it can all be experienced just how you like it. Whiskey tastings, good food, shopping, historical homes and gardens – we can customize your Irish Golf Vacation to your own requirements.

On your special day, why not be transported to your wedding ceremony in luxury, comfort and style in an elegant wedding car? Executive Tours Ireland are specialists in Wedding Cars in Ireland and our luxury wedding car service provides you with reliability, sophistication and style that guarantees your wedding day will be unforgettable. All you need to do is relax in our crafted leather seats and trust our experienced Irish chauffeurs get you to the church on time.

Golf Tours Ireland | The Best Golf in the World

For the Best golf in the world and for a deluxe golf vacation in Ireland, Mike Ryan knows all the best spots! During this exclusive Irish Golf trip you’ll stay in luxurious five-star properties that celebrate the charm of this ancient land and its people. This tour is an absolute favourite for golfing purists. We play the best links courses on the island of Ireland and you will be in heaven playing dream golf. You have Mike Ryan’s guarantee.

Private Tours Ireland | Galway Christmas Markets 

Private Guided Tours of Ireland

Galway, the largest county in the west of Ireland, also hosts the biggest Christmas market in the country.  The massive festive event draws crowds of up to 350,000 and is not to be missed on a Christmas trip to Ireland.  Your private driver in Ireland can drive to the popular event and wait for you until you have had your fill of Christmas fun in this special cultural city of Ireland.

Golf Tours Ireland | Capital City’s Best Golf

The Cliffs of Moher: 8th Wonder of the World | Small Group Tours Ireland

Cliffs of Moher | Private Chauffeur Ireland

The Cliffs of Moher feature in many of our tours of Ireland.  The magnificent ‘8th wonder of the world’ as they are know to many are worth seeing and taking in fresh Irish air that you’ve never experienced before.  After this unique experience your Irish private chauffeur will be ready and waiting to escort you to other tourist sites or back to your hotel.  Here’s why the Cliffs of Moher are so special…

Golf trips Ireland | Combined Golf and Sight-Seeing Tour

Ireland Golf Tours

Want to plan the trip of a lifetime to Ireland but everyone wants different activities?  Then look no further than Executive Tours Ireland for your Customised Tour of Ireland.  We can combine a Golf Tour in Ireland with a sight-seeing tour.  We will tour just some of the South west today but these tours can be in any part of Ireland and will keep everyone in the group happy!  A tour of the South-west ideally starts with your arrival combined with our Chauffeur Service in Shannon Airport.  When you pass through the arrivals door your private Irish chauffeur will have two things, your name on a sign right in front of you and a big welcoming smile!

Killarney (Cill Airne in Irish) is a vibrant town in the heart of county Kerry Ireland. It’s also the Gateway to the Ring of Kerry and the Dingle Peninsula, taking a private Irish guided tour gives you the freedom to explore this unique lively place situated in Killarney National Park. Enjoy Killarney at your own pace and take your time at each location with your Irish personal driver.  Here is a taste of  the glorious scenery and activities you’ll find in Killarney. This is a very special little town to tour in Ireland.  Discover the best scenery in Kerry with a tour of Killarney.