Follow in the footsteps of your ancestors and discover your Irish roots on a stunning driver-guided tour of Ireland.

We have been providing ancestry tours for our American clients for over fifteen years, and have traveled the length and breadth of Ireland to bring people closer to their ancestral homeland. All tours will be bespoke and itineraries are tailored to your chosen places.

Ancestry Tour of Ireland

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For many people, Ireland is more than a vacation destination. It is the place where family stories began. An Ancestry Tour with Executive Tours Ireland offers a deeply personal journey through the towns, villages, and landscapes connected to your Irish roots.

Whether you are tracing a family name, visiting an ancestral homestead, exploring parish records, or simply walking the same streets your ancestors once knew, every itinerary is carefully tailored to your story. With luxury vehicles and private chauffeurs; who understand the history and heart of Ireland. This experience feels less like a tour and more like coming home.

From the rolling countryside of Cork and Kerry to hidden rural communities where your heritage still echoes today, Executive Tours Ireland helps visitors from all around the world reconnect with their Irish identity in a meaningful and unforgettable way.

Follow in the footsteps of your ancestors and discover your Irish roots on a stunning driver-guided tour of Ireland.

We have been providing ancestry tours for our clients for decades, and have traveled the length and breadth of Ireland to bring people closer to their ancestral homeland.

Accommodation

We suggest the following hotel options for this tour:
5 Star Irish Castles Options:

Adare Manor, Limerick
Dromoland Castle, Co. Clare

5 Star Hotel Options:

The Fitzwilliam Hotel, Dublin
The Europe, Killarney
Killarney Park
The Savoy Hotel, Limerick
The Merrion, Dublin
Conrad Hotel, Dublin
The Westbury, Dublin
The Shelbourne Hotel, Dublin
Aghadoe Heights, Killarney

4 Star Hotel Options:

The Grand Hotel, Malahide, Dublin
The Great Southern Hotel, Killarney
The Killarney Plaza
Brooks Hotel, Dublin
Dunraven Arms, Adare
Limerick Strand Hotel
The Killarney Royal
Radisson Blu Royal, Dublin

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Transport

  • Mercedes Executive S-Class Sedan (2-3 passengers)
  • Mercedes V-Class Minibus (up to 6 passengers)
  • Mercedes Sprinter (up to 12 passengers)
  • Luxury Minicoach (up to 16 passengers)

Transport options for this tour include a choice of these luxury Mercedes vehicles:

Mercedes Executive S-Class Sedan (2-3 passengers)

The Mercedes S Class Saloon car is the ultimate in transport sophistication and elegance. The spacious and luxurious interior seats a maximum of 2/3 passengers. All vehicles are furnished with complementary refreshments and the daily newspapers.Features:

  • Long wheel base
  • Wifi
  • Finished in Silver
  • Upgraded leather seating
  • Built-in phone
  • Air-conditioning
  • Satellite navigation
  • Large boot for extra storage
  • Seats maximum of 2/3 passengers comfortably
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Mercedes V-Class Minibus (up to 6 passengers)

The Mercedes Executive V-Class Minibus is the perfect solution for sightseeing and golf tours Ireland wide. The V-Class seats a maximum of 6 passengers. All vehicles are furnished with complementary refreshments and the daily newspapers.Features:

  • Metallic Silver
  • Upgraded leather seating
  • Built-in phone
  • Laptop plugin
  • Air-conditioning
  • Satellite navigation
  • Extra long wheel base for carrying luggage and golf clubs
  • Seats a maximum of 6 passengers
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Mercedes Sprinter (up to 12 passengers)

The Mercedes Executive Sprinter is a superb luxury vehicle for group travel. Finished to the highest standards, the spacious interior can facilitate 10/12 passengers. All vehicles are furnished with complementary refreshments and the daily newspapers.Features:

  • Metallic Silver
  • Custom Built
  • Large Captain leather seating with tables
  • DVD Player with multiple plasma TV screens
  • Air-conditioning
  • Double glazed windows (reducing noise)
  • Extra long wheel base for carrying luggage and golf clubs
  • Seats maximum of 10/12 passengers

 

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Luxury Minicoach (up to 16 passengers)

The Luxury Minicoach is the perfect solution for sightseeing and golf tours Ireland wide. The Luxury Minicoach seats a maximum of 16 passengers. All vehicles are furnished with complementary refreshments and the daily newspapers.Features:

  • Metallic Silver
  • Upgraded leather seating
  • Laptop plug
  • USB ports
  • Air-conditioning
  • Satellite navigation
  • Extra long wheel base for carrying luggage and golf clubs
  • Seats a maximum of 16 passengers

 

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Our Luxury Accommodation venues represent the very finest in traditional Irish hospitality, luxury and value. The Executive Tours Ireland team secure the best available rates and rooms for our clients.

We suggest the following hotel options for this tour:

Dromoland Castle, Co. Clare

5 Star Castle Hotel. Ireland’s most magical address, Dromoland Castle has been welcoming guests since the 16th century. The ancestral home of the O’Briens of Dromoland, whose lineage dates back 1,000 years to Brian Boru, one of the last High Kings of Ireland, we’ve got nobility and hospitality in our DNA. From the imposing baronial façade to our startling interiors, you’ll find a world of historic grandeur underpinned by the finest modern comforts. With lavish decor, indulgent dining, fabulous views and magnificent bedrooms, this is a place to feel at home. Behind our warm Irish welcome is the belief that every guest is royalty. Stroll the 450-acre estate. Tee off on our world class golf course. Take afternoon tea by a roaring fire. Relax in our intimate spa. Enjoy delicious cuisine. At Dromoland Castle there’s no escaping the sense that you are walking in the shadows of kings.

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Adare Manor, Limerick

5 Star Castle Hotel. As you roam the 840 acres of pristine parkland, play your way through the magnificent golf course, and sound the depths of relaxation in the spa, you will start to understand the soul of Adare Manor. It’s prestige without pretense and magic without nonsense. Above all, it is the sense of belonging. Adare Manor offers guests a lavish welcome and unforgettable hospitality in a spellbinding setting. The lush parkland and pristine woods provide a tranquil backdrop overlooking the banks of County Limerick’s beautiful River Maigue. Every lovingly restored detail of the neo-gothic Manor House is a testament to the devotion to excellence and passion for beauty at the heart of the Adare Manor experience.

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The Savoy Hotel, Limerick

5 Star Hotel. The luxurious boutique Savoy Hotel, is ideally located in the heart of Limerick City. As a gateway to The Wild Atlantic Way, it has some wonderful attractions on its doorstep such as the Cliffs of Moher, King John’s Castle, and Thomond Park. The city of Limerick offers dazzling selection of shopping opportunities and extraordinary cultural, artistic and sporting events of both national and international importance. Just a few miles outside the city, county Limerick offers some of the most outstanding countryside anywhere on the island of Ireland where the landscape is dotted with villages of character and charm and local traditions just waiting to be explored. The County town is Newcastle West which is home to the internationally recognised Ballygowan Water. Whether you come for some retail therapy or to appreciate Limericks art and cultural scene; there is a wealth of attractions for you to enjoy. With almost 50 per cent of Limerick’s population under the age of 30, it is a vibrant, living, cosmopolitan city.

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The Shelbourne Hotel, Dublin

5 Star Hotel. Experience the elegance and luxury of The Shelbourne Dublin, A Renaissance Hotel. Our exceptional hotel is set in a hundreds-year-old majestic building. Settle into gracious rooms featuring plush bedding, generous bath with deluxe amenities, seating area and complimentary Wi-Fi. Treat yourself to pampering treatments or stretch your muscles in our indoor pool and fitness centre. Our restaurants offer an array of options. Our classically-designed meeting and event rooms set the stage for impressive meetings and memorable weddings and other celebrations. Our hotel overlooks St. Stephen’s Green. No matter what brings you to our iconic hotel, we look forward to welcoming you to Dublin, Ireland.

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The Merrion, Dublin

5 Star Hotel. The Merrion, located in the heart of Dublin city centre, is the capital’s most luxurious five star hotel. The 142-bedroom and suite hotel is as welcoming as it is stylish. An impeccable restoration of four Georgian townhouses, The Merrion is a marriage of exquisite comfort, relaxed elegance and advanced guest facilities, including free Wi-Fi, an 18m pool, spa, and gym. The Merrion is home to the 2-star Michelin Restaurant Patrick Guilbaud, The Cellar Bar, The Garden Room, and the intimate No. 23 Cocktail Bar.

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Conrad Hotel, Dublin

5 Star Hotel. The Conrad Dublin is located at the heart of the city, standing opposite the gardens of St Stephen’s Green and overlooking the majestic National Concert Hall. Heavily inspired and influenced by Dublin’s rich literary culture and heritage, Conrad Dublin features 192 beautifully refurbished guest rooms and suites. The hotel’s fitness center is equipped with state-of-the-art cardio machines and weights, and the jogging routes around the picturesque St Stephen’s Green are yours to be enjoyed. Conrad Dublin’ prestigious Ballroom and nine conference rooms make it the perfect venue to host your bespoke event for up to 350 guests. The unique and impressive Iveagh Suite is the ultimate venue for exclusive gatherings, combining recent restoration with cutting-edge technology to guarantee a lasting impression. By placing the very latest equipment at your fingertips as standard; you have the opportunity to convene with confidence.

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The Westbury, Dublin

5 Star Hotel. The unrivalled location and luxury of The Westbury in Dublin, blends city living with an oasis of comfort and calm. From the moment guests ascend the hotel’s central staircase there is a sense of being welcomed into a home from home. The Gallery where afternoon tea is an institution, and The Sidecar where white-jacketed bartenders fix martinis at your table. All-day eatery Balfe’s marries the easy elegance of a Parisian bistro with the dynamic energy of a New York brasserie. Irish heritage abounds in the hotel too, from the flowers to the food, along with one of the country’s foremost art collections, featuring original paintings by Sir John Lavery and Louis le Brocquy. But is it the warmth of welcome that is most vivid – a tangible service ethos that sets the seal on a haven of luxury.

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Dunraven Arms, Adare

4 Star Hotel. The Dunraven is a stylish, luxury, family-run hotel situated in the heart of Adare, a picturesque and world renowned village in Co. Limerick and is one of the oldest establishments in Ireland and dates back to the Eighteenth Century. In recent times the Murphy family have developed the hotel to incorporate 87 luxury bedrooms, an elegant ballroom that can cater for up to 300 people, a leisure centre with a swimming pool, sauna, fully fitted gym and beauty rooms, a stand alone conference centre and the Maigue Restaurant. The driving force behind this hotel is to provide an attentive, warm service matched with locally sourced provenance prepared by our well trained team of chefs.

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Limerick Strand Hotel

4 Star Hotel. Discover a warm Limerick welcome in a hotel that takes pride of place in the heart of the city. The hotel has a magical Riverside setting overlooking the River Shannon and is close to such landmarks as Thomond Park, Limerick Milk Market and King John’s Castle. At the Limerick Strand Hotel everything we do builds on our reputation as one of the finest hotels in Limerick with award winning dining, state of the art leisure centre and exceptional spaces for your special occasion or conference. All of this in addition to superb & attentive service makes us your number 1 choice of hotel in the Midwest. All hotel accommodation at the Limerick Strand Hotel is focused on your modern living needs. Comfort embraces you; panoramic views of city and river can be yours to enjoy. Our 184 hotel bedrooms are contemporary in style, generous in size, with handsome furnishings and fittings.

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Brooks Hotel, Dublin

4 Star Hotel. Situated only minutes from Grafton Street in the fashionable heart of Dublin City, Brooks Hotel is the perfect place to stay, whether for business or pleasure. This boutique hotel has everything you could possibly need on it’s doorstep. Luxuriously appointed rooms coupled with excellent food, fine wines and exemplary levels of customer care and service, are what make a visit to Brooks such a special and rewarding experience. Built in 1996, Brooks Hotel was originally a 72-bedroom property. Since then the hotel has expanded and now boasts 98 bedrooms plus a selection of meeting rooms and a state of the art 26 seat screening room. Brooks Hotel is Irish Owned by the Sinnott Family.

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Radisson Blu Royal, Dublin

Stay in the heart of the Irish capital at the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin. This stylish hotel is close to Dublin International Airport as well as several popular attractions. Be captivated by the Georgian architecture, charismatic locals, and inviting shops and pubs. Spend the day sightseeing, then relax back at the hotel. Our modern Dublin hotel rooms and suites boast excellent views of the city.

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The Killarney Plaza

4 Star Hotel. Located in the heart of Killarney Town at the gateway to the Ring of Kerry, this beautifully appointed Killarney hotel neighbours Killarney National Park and all of its amazing beauty and wealth of amenities are at your disposal. The Killarney Plaza Hotel & Spa embeds a unique style which is carried through our 198 luxury rooms and suites. The southwest region of Ireland has drawn visitors from all over the world since the mid-18th century. Its majestic scenery and beauty are second to none, and the warmth from the Gulf Stream encourages a profusion of unusual wild flowers and plants.
Sporting enthusiasts can enjoy a full range of activities, and for those who wish to exercise their taste buds, what could be better than a visit to the gourmet region of Ireland. Our philosophy is simple…good food, comfortable surroundings with friendly & attentive staff. While holidaying with us, you have the opportunity to avail of an extensive array of hotel leisure facilities, including access to our Sauna, Steam room, Whirlpool, 15m Swimming pool, and our extensively equipped Gymnasium, with a team of friendly and experienced staff on-hand to assist.

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The Great Southern Hotel, Killarney

4 Star Hotel. The Great Southern Killarney stands proudly as Killarney’s Premier Historic Hotel. The hotel is uniquely situated on 6 acres of beautiful gardens, directly adjacent to Killarney Train Station, right in the heart of Killarney town centre. Great Southern Killarney enjoys an impressive history, throughout which the hotel has fortunately retained its striking original Victorian features, as well as developing a deluxe guest experience with beautifully appointed accommodation & guest facilities including the gourmet Garden Room Restaurant, the welcoming meeting point Brownes – The Bar, The Killarney Wine Room, home to the hotel’s wine tasting experience & traditional Afternoon Tea served daily in The Grand Foyer & the beautifully restful, Reading Room Residents’ Lounge. Great Southern Killarney provides the finest service coupled with outstanding facilities.

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The Killarney Royal

In the heart of the city, The Killarney Royal Hotel is 200 m from Killarney Train Station. This boutique hotel has luxurious rooms, a fine dining restaurant and free Wi-Fi.

The Royal Hotel has individually designed rooms featuring antique furniture. Rooms are air-conditioned and have large marble bathrooms with baths, showers and Smart TV. Guests can work on their putting technique with a putter in each room.

The Royal Bar & Bistro has a diverse menu and offers lunch and dinner. The Royal restaurant serves international cuisine, whilst afternoon tea is served in the Lobby Lounge.

The hotel is a short walk from the Killarney’s busy shopping streets. St. Mary’s Cathedral and the Fitzgerald Stadium are 5 minutes’ away.

Killarney Golf Course and Muckross Abbey are both 4 km from the hotel. Killarney Racecourse is just one kilometer away.

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The Grand Hotel, Malahide, Dublin

4 Star Hotel. Ideally located by the sea in Dublin’s most attractive town, Malahide, the Grand Hotel is also close to Dublin Airport and the M1/M50 motorways. Our location in the heart of Malahide is a unique seaside retreat while remaining convenient to the attractions of Dublin city centre. Whether your stay with us is for business or pleasure, we aim to make it memorable. We have beautiful bedrooms, many with sea views, a full range of conference and banquet facilities and our renowned Arena Health and Fitness Club. We give you several dining options from fine dining in the Coast Restaurant to the more casual settings of the Matt Ryan Bar with its extensive menu available all day. At the heart of the Grand Hotel is our family of staff who will make your visit to Malahide and Dublin memorable, all the while having you feel like part of the family!

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Killarney Park

5 Star Hotel. The Killarney Park Hotel is one of the finest luxury hotels Ireland has to offer, minutes from town life and nature’s wonderful attractions alike. Perfectly located in the very heart of Killarney town centre, set in mature grounds and framed by the legendary surroundings of Killarney National Park. This proud Leading Hotel of the World offers a warm and welcoming retreat for guests in search of exceptional comfort with all of those little extra touches.
Old-world elegance meets modern day luxury in the family-owned hotel, where you can look forward to the solace and comfort from a real log fire and the very best of Killarney hospitality and flawless service after your journey. Our highly knowledgeable and welcoming Guest Relations Manager and Concierge Team shall assist you. Complimentary high speed WiFi and Car Parking is available to all Guests.

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The Europe, Killarney

5 Star Hotel. The Europe Hotel & Resort is beautifully located, overlooking the famous Lakes of Killarney with a Conference & Event Centre and incorporates ESPA, one of the top spas in Killarney, Kerry. It is in the beautiful grounds that the waters of Lough Lein, reflect the wilderness of Kerry’s magnificent McGillycuddy Reeks Mountain range. Enjoy a range of leisure activities on the grounds. The Europe Hotel & Resort captures the imagination of visitors whether for our Spa or our restaurants. Enjoy luxury accommodation & let relaxation envelop you as you enjoy one of Ireland’s finest views from your own private balcony overlooking Killarney Golf & Fishing Club or the Lakes of Killarney.

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Aghadoe Heights, Killarney

5 Star Hotel. One of the distinguishing features of Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa is our unsurpassed level of personal service. “Our world combines the luxury of contemporary comfort with the warmth of Irish hospitality. We offer a selection of carefully appointed rooms and suites, many with private balconies as well as the option of interconnecting rooms. Our heritage is our love of life, our focus is sharing it. Welcome to the heart of the kingdom.” Combine breakfast with breathtaking views of sunrise over the Lakes of Killarney. As night falls, enjoy an apéritif with friends and savour Kerry’s freshest ingredients and artisan produce in The Lake Room restaurant.

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The Fitzwilliam Hotel, Dublin

5 Star Hotel. A boutique, city-centre, luxury escape with charm and character all of its own. Since we opened our doors in 1998, the Fitzwilliam Hotel Dublin has been about extraordinary hospitality, five-star comfort and astonishing service delivered by incredible people.
We’re in the very heart of the city on its most famous Georgian square, St. Stephen’s Green, at the top of its finest shopping avenue, Grafton Street. Each guestroom is completed with impeccable attention to detail. Eat in our super-stylish Citron restaurant, sip a cocktail and mingle in Inn on the Green, indulge in a good pampering session at Spirit treatment rooms or keep your fitness at our fitness suite. With onsite parking and the warmest welcome in Dublin, the Fitzwilliam Hotel Dublin is about a contemporary, fresh approach to traditional Irish Hospitality.

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If you would like to chat with Mike Ryan about your plans he would be delighted to take your call!

You can call TOLL-FREE from Canada/USA on: 1888 793 0416

or from Ireland/Rest of World: +353 87 793 0447

You can email chauffeurs@executivehire.ie or fill out the form below.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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