General Testimonials
We have just returned from a wonderful week on board the Emerald Pullman. The hotels and travel arrangements were all first class. The scenery was spectacular, why had I never visited the west coast before? That just leaves the team, David Mervyn Jim and the catering staff, who all looked after us exceptionally well. And I am sure they will be pleased to know that we made our flight home to Glasgow on time.
Thanks again for a great trip, we may meet again!
We were on the Emerald Pullman Train Tour for 8 days! We were on & off the train thru that time! Our stay at the Abbey Glen Castle was a wonderful surprise!! I would recommend this tour to family members and my friends!! This trip would be a great gift or anniversary present!!! It was a well organized and fun experience!!!!
The Emerald Pullman 7-Day Tour of Ireland was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The tour was exceptionally well organized, allowing us to relax and enjoy every moment while experiencing the very best of Ireland.
The excursions were thoughtfully selected and provided a wonderful mix of history, culture, scenery, and local charm. From breathtaking landscapes to fascinating towns and cities, the tour offered a fantastic “big picture” view of Ireland while still allowing us to appreciate the unique character of each destination.
What truly made the experience special was the team. They were witty, knowledgeable, professional, and incredibly helpful throughout the journey. Their stories, insights, and good humor brought Ireland to life and made every day enjoyable.
If you’re looking for a stress-free way to experience the beauty, history, and spirit of Ireland, I highly recommend the Emerald Pullman tour. It exceeded our expectations and created memories we’ll cherish for years to come.
In the past we've had mixed results with escorted tours, but our "Grand Atlantic Tour' was an outstanding experience all the way around, starting with our intrepid guide, Mr Paul O'Neill and his merry band of drivers.
Paul did a fine job of threading the needle between providing us with useful information and not overwhelming us with too much minutiae; like many of the folks we met along the way in Ireland, Paul is a gifted storyteller.
The trip was well organized, the pace was moderate, the hotel selections quite comfortable - we would definitely recommend.
With my third visit to Ireland, I have to say this one, by far, was the most exciting one yet. Traveling with a family can come with added challenges /logisitcs- and Railtours Ireland made it easy. Action packed and in my opinion a great value!
We enjoyed our guide, Brian, along with his personal wit, perspective, and knowledge; as we traveled by bus and rail across the country. So many wonderful stops and excursions on our The Grand Atlantic tour package. Postcard views! Anthony and Paul and all the safe drivers, who kept our travel logistics unfazed with so many great suggestions to supplement our itinerary. Big thank you to the collaborative staff behind the scenes.
We had a unforgettable 6 day All Ireland Tour with a knowledgeable tour guide (Paul ONeill) . Paul went beyond facts to create engaging, memorable experiences. He was a, problem solver when needed, always available to chat individually if we had questions and overall a great host! He built community among the group through fun facts and humor while always ensuring safety, seamless logistics, and personalized touches that allowed us to relax and immerse in the beauty of Ireland. It was a 5 ⭐️ Experience!
Had an awesome trip with Paul as our tour guide! Very knowledgeable with the history of Ireland and had a great sense of humour! Saw a lot in 5 days and enjoyed the trip!
Excellent tour with Norm! Well organized and on time! Norm was very knowledgeable,
informative and funny! Highly recommend.
Paul ONeill (with 2 l's) was humorous, informative and good at getting us to correct spots. Enjoyed the free time, and all the amazings sights of this area of Ireland.
Wonderful tour! Our guide was Peter and he was VERY knowledgeable. The hotels we stayed
in were fantastic! There was the right mix of touring and free time!!
This is a must do!
Once in a lifetime trip! Railtours Ireland took care of everything, booking, accommodation and travel! We were so luck to have Peter for the first 3 days of our trip. He helped find me when I got lost on the train 🙃 was an excellent resource of history, education and humor along the way. 10/10! On our last leg , we were fortunate to have met John. A kind soul who took his time with each of us to give us the lay of the land and keeping us laughing. I will never not see Ireland as a teddy bear now 😉. An amazing experience that I would recommend to everyone! The views, experiences, history and food are so dreamy. Loved every minute!