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Family Vacations
Our team is full of family travelers, meaning we know what it takes to make sure everyone enjoys the experience just as much as each other.
Couples Vacations
Our couple itineraries are paced perfectly for you to enjoy the very best a country has to offer whilst making sure you enjoy the quality time together you’re after.
Multi Generational Trips
From very small to very big. Families come in all shapes and sizes, and our multi-generational holidays are perfectly designed to tick the boxes for the whole family.
Group Vacations
No matter what the size or the occasion, we’re well versed in taking larger groups of people away for those special adventures.
Honeymoons
We’ve been crafting dream itineraries for newly married couples for years. Learn more about the ins and outs of our honeymoon service here.
Anniversary Trips
Whether you’re celebrating as a couple, or across multiple generations, our anniversary trips are crafted around the milestone – and the people sharing it.
Travel With Teens
This is a list of the very best places to travel with teenagers – one that’s crammed with bragging rights (for them) and bonding moments (for you).
Grown Up Family Vacations
As your children become adults, your family trips are also due to change and grow. These are our favourite trips for you and your grown up family.
Solo Travel
Our travel experts have experienced the thrills and challenges of solo travel, all with the aim of producing some of our most immersive and exciting itineraries.
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Unusual vacations
The world may be conquered, but enough secrets remain to keep us up all night, dreaming of ways to whisk you off to the most unique corners of the globe. Where first?
Remote Destinations
We’ve chosen these experiences, destinations and adventures to bring you closer to the great outdoors. This is your ticket to our wonderful world.
Adventure vacations
Hike across mountain ridgelines, scramble across glaciers and kayak down rivers – these trips are designed to immerse you in vast wildernesses and ancient cultures.
Beach Vacations
Porcelain shores, perfect seas and swaying palms; the allure of a beach break is hard to ignore. Which is why we handpick the best beachfront boltholes to offer you…
Food Vacations
Food and travel have long gone hand in hand, and we have put together some mouth-watering trips that capture the palate, of countries across the world. Bon appétit.
Safari vacations
With a team of experts that have worked as conservationists and wildlife photographers, we have the expertise to make your safari dreams come true.
Slow Travel
As the world becomes busier, slow travel has never felt so fitting. Whether it’s meeting fishermen in Maine or learning the Dukha-way in Mongolia, take time to connect.
Eclipse Vacations
Eclipse travel celebrates our place in the wider cosmos. Let us take you to wherever in the world the eclipse is at its most arresting, and we’ll do it in style.
Proposal Service
Found the one and want to propose in style? The moment will be a memory forever and we’re here to help you make sure it’s the most perfect moment for you and your loved one.
Train Travel
“It’s not the destination, it’s the journey.” We’ve all heard this, haven’t we? And with these captivating luxury train journeys, we’ll show you the joy to be found travelling across the world by rail.
The Pursuit of Feeling
From impassioned and emotive journeys, to podcasts and our Feelings Engine, you’ll find something to move you and something to soothe you. We want to fire your heart and provide food for your soul.
Set Jetting
Swapping salubrious saloons and questionable lodgings for sumptuous hotels and eye-opening experiences, each of our show-stopping journeys will take you behind scenes of some of TV’s most awe-inspiring locations.
See You in the Moment
Field Trip
Education begins in the classroom, but it’s IRL that younger generations put their lessons to the test. Field Trip is a curriculum of educational encounters around the world.
Take Me On A Story
A series of family experiences celebrating the transformative power of the books we loved when we were young, and the stories our children have come to adore.
Get Lost
Designed as a once-in-a-lifetime challenge, train with elite survival experts before traversing a polar, jungle, coastal, mountain or desert region in your mission back to civilisation.
Blink
Bring it Back
Bring It Back will embed you in an entirely different way of thinking, and of learning about a culture directly from its experts on the ground. You may be surprised by what you discover.
The Great American View
This series of breathtaking journeys culminate in some of America’s most legendary sights. They are the places you’ve always sought out, and now it’s your time to find them.
James Bond
We are proud to have been selected as the official travel partner to curate James Bond inspired trips.
Agatha Christie
We’ve been hand-picked by Agatha Christie Limited to help bring Agatha’s world-famous Grand Tour to life through a series of episodic trips across Africa, Australasia and North America, and a unique prelude in London.
Tasting Notes
Take the Open Road with Auberge
With the iconic hotel brand Auberge Resorts, we’ve created a new series of tailormade, luxurious road trip itineraries. Emblems of America’s most iconic landscapes, regions, and people.
Remarkable Drives of Discovery with Auberge
Following on from the much lauded ‘Take the Open Road’ series, here’s five brand-new bespoke, multi-destination trips created with our friends at Auberge Resorts Collection. Delve deeper than ever before.
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Hover over the Cliffs of Moher, listen to old folk tales over a pint of Guinness in Dublin, and trace the Wild Atlantic Way by private car with a local expert who has spent a lifetime knowing its hidden corners.
Renowned as the Emerald Isle, Ireland is a myth we have spent years untangling. A myth that dances up from rugged hilltop heathers, blowing across the Giant’s Causeway, down the Wild Atlantic Coast to blanket unique landscapes and vibrant city streets; it wraps its way around your soul, all at once giving you a casual sense of freedom that will sweep you off your feet. On our tailormade vacations to Ireland, our local historians and guides invite you in for sunrise hikes in Connemara National Park, a sense of history in Belfast and lyrical tours of Dublin city center. Luxury Ireland vacations with Black Tomato start from $8,000 per person.
As ever, if you can’t see it here then we can still plan it for you.
The cities are home to bright facades and cobblestone streets while the coastline is repeatedly pummeled by forceful swells. The countryside is rich in age-old legends, the islands are dotted with postcard-worthy fishing villages, and the golf courses are some of the best in the world. A luxury vacation in Ireland incorporating both the urban and the rural proves to be nothing short of remarkable and unforgettable. With Black Tomato, an all-encompassing vacation exposes the enlightening magic of this country and its people.
Small but mighty, the island of Ireland is rich in iconic landmarks, countryside castles, and friendly people. With so much to discover and explore, a tailormade tour with our on-site experts will ensure that nothing is missed. Begin with a private tour of Dublin, including an intimate day at the historic Trinity College and a few pints at the Guinness Storehouse. Move west to hover over the tremendous Cliffs of Moher, devour fish and chips in colourful Galway, and check into our favorite manor house for an authentic Irish experience.
Ireland’s mythological landscape comes alive through curated local experiences. On the Cooley Peninsula, the echoes of Cú Chulainn’s battles linger among the hills, while County Sligo’s prehistoric monuments whisper the legends of the Tuatha Dé Danann. The Giant’s Causeway rises dramatically from the Antrim coast, its basalt columns entwined with centuries of myth, and the Dingle Peninsula hides the silent messages of enigmatic Ogham stones. In Cork, Blarney Castle offers a playful kiss of history at the famous Blarney Stone. As dusk falls, seanchaí fill private castle halls with ancient tales, creating intimate, unforgettable encounters.
Ireland’s gastronomy is as rich and varied as its landscapes. Taste the freshest seafood along the Wild Atlantic Way, sample rare whiskeys in private distillery tours, or join Michelin-starred chefs for intimate cooking sessions. From artisan cheeses to farm-to-table feasts in historic homes, every experience is curated to delight the senses. On a luxury itinerary, food becomes more than a meal — it’s a window into Ireland’s culture, craft, and heritage.
Ireland’s history comes alive when you spend the night in a centuries-old castle or stately country house. Wander private gardens, toast at open fires, and explore sweeping estates where every corridor and chamber tells a story. From Kerry’s rugged coastal retreats to Galway’s serene countryside manors, these exclusive stays combine authentic heritage with modern comfort, offering a rare glimpse into Ireland’s grand past. On one of our luxury journeys, every evening becomes as memorable as the day’s adventures.
Ireland pairs effortlessly with other European destinations, each offering its own distinct story. Explore Dublin’s literary heritage before wandering Edinburgh’s medieval lanes, or complement castle stays in Ireland with the sweeping landscapes and Highland estates of Scotland, where shared Celtic roots meet uniquely different character. London, meanwhile, provides an elegant urban counterpoint to Ireland’s rolling countryside, creating a journey that balances culture, history, and timeless charm.
While Game of Thrones may be over, our love affair with exploring the shows various filming location is just getting started. Now more than ever before, a combination tour of Iceland and Northern Ireland is gaining momentum as something unique and wonderful. However, it’s not all about walking through Winterfell or gawking over the wall the white-walkers somehow managed to destroy. A tailormade tour through these two magnificent countries includes jaw-dropping waterfalls, crumbling castles, private horseback rides, and dazzling glaciers.
Dublin
A steaming cappuccino or a pint of plain? Why not both.
Drawing in travellers from every corner of the world, Ireland’s vibrant, bustling and buzzing capital city welcomes you in like an old friend. A place where the norm is pulling up a stool next to the locals in Temple Bar or flooding into cute cafes; on our trips to Dublin we’ll bring you closer to the Irish action than ever before. Get familiar with some of Ireland’s best authors like Samuel Beckett and James Joyce alongside a literary expert, or for something a little stronger dive into an exclusive Jameson whiskey blending class.
Kerry
A road trip around the rugged Ring of Kerry.
County Kerry in southwest Ireland is as rich in age-old legends as it is in striking terrain; and as you cruise along the coastal road with your driver, it’s easy to see why filmmakers choose this surreal setting. Passing quaint fishing villages and stacked stone walls en route; you’ll reach Portmagee and set off in search of Skellig Michael. Rising majestically 218 meters above sea level, the crags mark the ascetic monks who settled here in their pursuit of greater union with God.
Cork
Bright facades and cobblestone streets.
For the second-largest city in Ireland, Cork has certainly made its mark on the map. Once a monastic settlement before Viking invaders expanded in around 915, the city exudes history and ancient charm – and is said to be home to the most talkative of all the Irish. Whilst staying at Ballymaloe House, a hotel internationally recognised as the birthplace of modern Irish cuisine, dive straight into tennis, croquet, pilates and bread making.
Cashel Palace, County Tipperary
Dromoland Castle, Co. Clare
Lough Eske, Co. Donegal
The best time to visit Ireland depends on what you want from the trip. May to September brings the longest days, the warmest temperatures, and the best conditions for the Wild Atlantic Way and outdoor experiences. June and July are the driest months on average. Spring (April to May) delivers blooming landscapes with far fewer crowds than summer. Winter has a raw, atmospheric quality — Ireland’s castle hotels feel even more special when the fires are lit — and the light in January and February can be extraordinary.
For a luxury Ireland vacation, seven to ten days covers Dublin, the Wild Atlantic Way, and the castle country of County Galway or Kerry without feeling rushed. Five to six days works well for a focused itinerary — Dublin and the south coast, or Belfast and the north. Push to 12 days and you can add Northern Ireland, County Donegal, and the Aran Islands. The honest answer is that Ireland rewards slower travel — the best moments tend to happen off the scheduled route.
For a luxury Ireland vacation, using a specialist is worth it — without question. Ireland looks straightforward on the surface but the experiences that matter most — a private seanchaí evening in a castle, early access to a distillery before it opens, or a foraging walk with someone who actually knows the coastline — require years of local relationships to arrange. A specialist also navigates the practical realities: road conditions in Connemara are not what Google Maps suggests, and the weather requires a plan B that is as good as plan A.
Luxury Ireland vacations with Black Tomato start from $8,000 per person for a week, covering private guides, castle hotel stays, and tailor-made experiences. Pricing varies by accommodation choice — a night at Ashford Castle or Ballyfin carries a significant premium over other properties — as well as bespoke additions like private helicopter transfers or whiskey distillery evenings.
What makes a luxury Ireland vacation different is the access that comes from two decades of relationships on the ground. It means a private seanchaí filling a castle drawing room with stories that have never been written down. It means foraging the coastline with someone who grew up doing it, or a whiskey tasting in a distillery that does not run public tours. Ireland is one of the most hospitable countries in the world — a luxury vacation simply means experiencing that hospitality at its most intimate and unscripted.
Ireland is one of the most rewarding family destinations in Europe — genuinely warm to children, safely navigable, and full of experiences that work across age groups. Falconry at Ashford Castle, fossil hunting on the Antrim Coast, kayaking through Dublin, and learning hurling with a local coach all tend to go down particularly well with younger travelers.
Ireland is an exceptional honeymoon destination — romantic without being contrived, and full of experiences that feel genuinely private. Candlelit dinners in castle dining rooms, cliff walks with no one else in sight, whiskey tastings in estate cellars, and spa evenings at properties like Cashel Palace or Lough Eske create the natural arc that honeymooners want.
