Greetings from Odyssey, your award winning DMC for Ireland! Let us share some of the glowing feedback that we constantly receive from our clients, clients who wish that we were “their DMC partner in every country “. We’ll tell you why we are consistently scoring 100% or very close to it in post-trip evaluations, and we’ll happily tell you about Timeless Performance Award which we received recently from a leading American Incentive House for continuous outstanding service. We are true professionals and are proud of being so. We go way beyond what is asked of us and we are always one step ahead. We know what needs doing before you do and we can determine exactly what it is you want, before you know what you want. On the ground, we think fast on our feet and get around any possible obstacles. We understand the roles of all involved parties and we respect them, allowing us to concentrate on our job. What do we guarantee? The best incentives in the world, in Ireland with its unique and unforgettable human experience. Building on our thirty years of experience, we constantly seek out new and exciting ideas for our clients - but we don’t keep those new ideas secret, because we know that nobody can deliver like we do ….. Our service is legendary, and we have the track record to prove it.
Ballyknocken house & farm
Explore an authentic Irish farm in the heart of the County Wicklow countryside only an hour from Dublin! Ballyknocken House is set in a picturesque wooded valley below Carrick Mountain. It is run by Catherine Fulvio, a charismatic chef and a famous Irish TV personality. The farm of 350 acres specialises in Cheviot and Suffolk sheep - an ideal location to enjoy a slice of countryside living! While in Ballyknocken, why not take part in a cookery class? Catherine is a very entertaining teacher so the class is not just about baking and eating but about having fun while learning something typically Irish.
Black taxi tour of Belfast
This is one of the most fascinating tours one can take in Ireland. During the ‘Troubles’, a Protestant would not drive through a Catholic area and vice versa. For this reason, the locals around the famous Falls Road, organised themselves and the Black Taxis became the communal public transport serving the Catholic areas. Today of course, things have changed, as you know for the better, and everyone is welcome to take a Black Taxi and go anywhere they please. The drivers are locals, who have converted themselves into guides, and this is the reason that the Black Taxi tours are so interesting. The driver-guides will supply commentary featuring local stories and wit. A tour not to be missed!!!!
An evening at Guinness Storehouse
Built in 1904, the Guinness Storehouse is an incredible building. Its massive cast-iron beams originally supported the weight of vast vats filled with Guinness in various stages of brewing. Its core is a vast giant glass pint, stretching up from the reception in the Atrium to the Gravity, the bar in the sky. The Guinness Experience marks the beginning of a journey of discovery into one of the world’s most famous brands and sets the tone for the rest of the building. Guests discover the ingredients, the processes and the passion that goes into making every pint of the Black Stuff. Discover the beautiful Gravity Bar, explore buffet stations set up throughout the Fifth Floor, enjoy the live music and the excellent atmosphere of the Guinness Storehouse. You can even learn how to pull the perfect pint of Guinness!
Hiking in the Burren
We are privileged to have in this part of the West of Ireland as unique a prize as The Burren. The Burren is a strange and unique region in Europe, often described as a lunar landscape. The Burren is a High-Plateau of bare porous limestone situated in Northern Clare between Ballyvaughan and Kilfenora. No trees grow here and no land covers the stone, Starting in the little town of Kilfenora, in the company of an exceptional hiking guide and Burren expert, discover the distinctive and unique landscape of the Burren, described by the great writer Tim Robinson as ‘A vast memorial to bygone cultures’
The gap of Dunloe
Killarney National Park is home to some of the most spectacular scenery in all of Ireland. The Gap of Dunloe Tour begins at the base of the mountain range known as Mac Gillycuddy’s Reeks. Here, using a traditional mode of transport – the Jaunting Car (Pony and Buggy) – wind your way through the mountains, to Lord Brandon’s Cottage on the lakeshore where a delicious lunch awaits. After lunch continue your journey on the "Gap Boats", one of the most picturesque boat trips imaginable. The ‘voyage’ takes you through the Upper Lake, Muckross Lake and Lough Leane, with the stunning mountains of the National Park on either side.
Evening in Titanic Belfast
Titanic Belfast is a "must see" visit in any tour of Belfast and Northern Ireland. It is located in the heart of Belfast, right beside the historic site of this world-famous ship’s construction. Housed in an iconic, 6-floor building, this state-of-the-art visitor experience tells the story of the Titanic, from its conception in Belfast in the early 1900s, through its construction and launch, to its famous maiden voyage and tragic end. The spectacular banqueting suite on the fifth and sixth floors, based on the Titanic’s interiors offers a unique and luxurious setting with first class facilities for any function.
Cliffs of Moher Cruise
The Cliffs of Moher are the most amazing cliffs in Ireland, and Ireland’s most popular natural attraction. Standing 214m (702 feet) at their highest point they stretch for 8 kilometres (5 miles) along the Atlantic coast of County Clare in the West of Ireland. From the Cliffs of Moher on a clear day one can see the Aran Islands and Galway Bay, as well as the Twelve Pins and the Maum Turk mountains in Connemara, Loop Head to the south and the Dingle Peninsula and Blasket Islands in County Kerry. Discover the spectacular Cliffs of Moher from below on a 1 hour private cruise along the 8km shoreline.
An evening at the Greyhound Stadium
This is really something quite special. An experience you won’t find anywhere else. At a local Galway City greyhound stadium, we’ll spend the night betting on various dog races while enjoying a three course meal. Soak up the infectious atmosphere of the main restaurant, or we can hire a private suite for the group.
Muckross farm evening
An exclusive evening in Muckross Farm is definitely a fun evening and also educational as you will get a unique insight into the Ireland of the 1930s and 1940s. The ‘Bean an Ti’ will greet you and show you around the Farmyard and Vintage Machinery Collection; you’ll also see the Shire horses, Irish Wolfhounds, Pigs and Poultry etc… while inside the house you can have a butter making demonstration. Stop off at the crossroads and join the crossroads dancers for some traditional Irish dancing. Try your hand at Gaelic Hurling and Football. All this and much more. After an hour or two of being immersed in farming life, we head to the school house for a sumptuous meal. For larger groups, we can hire a marquee to be set up on the lawn beside the magnificent Muckross House.