Dear Visitor, thank you for visiting Essence of Ireland, we are a unique company primarily focusing on Gardening Holidays that are centred along the West Cork and West Kerry coastlines in South Western Ireland.

Here you will find a truly special part of the world, without doubt one of the most beautiful places created, you will be overwhelmed by its people, their warmth and their welcomes and all the gifts this area has to offer an unknowing world. It is an incredible place, unspoilt and removed from the stresses and strains of everyday life, it offers a way of life not just relaxing and uplifting, but also full of fun and diversity. This is the real Ireland, here you will have a truly special holiday, meeting its people and partaking in the life style and pursuits of this unique part of the world. Be warned, a piece of your heart will remain here forever.

When browsing our website you may find our suggested tours are too garden intensive, please be aware each tour will be tailored exactly to each groups requirements, our tours often incorporate statley homes, castles, heritage centres. golf etc, no effort will be spared to find your perfect itinerary.