ATGI Tourist Guides are all state-qualified, independent freelance operators. They all set their own rates, and clients should be sure to agree to these rates and terms and conditions in advance.
In November 2025, ATGI surveyed members to find out the proposed rates for 2026. These rates vary, but we list below the most typical rates, which may help you with your budgeting and trip planning to Ireland.
Typical English-speaking rates charged by independent guides (These rates are indicative only):
| *Half Day (Up to 4 hours) | €160 |
| *Full Day (Up to 8 hours) | €250 |
| Evening/Unsocial hours supplement | €160 |
| Additional Charges: | |
| Lunch (where not supplied) | €18 |
| Dinner (where not supplied) | €28 |
| Other Expenses | Subject to agreement |
| Overnight accommodation costs if required. | Subject to agreement |
Typical non-English speaking rates charged by independent guides (These rates are indicative only):
| *Half Day (Up to 4 hours) | €200 |
| *Full Day (Up to 8 hours) | €300 |
| Evening/Unsocial hours supplement | €175 |
| Additional Charges: | |
| Lunch (where not supplied) | From €18 |
| Dinner (where not supplied) | From €28 |
| Other Expenses | Subject to agreement |
| Overnight accommodation costs if required. |
Subject to agreement |
Typical English-speaking Incentive guiding rates charged by independent guides (These rates are indicative only):
| *Half Day (Up to 4 hours) | €200 |
| *Full Day (Up to 8 hours) | €325 |
| Evening/Unsocial hours supplement | €175 |
| Other Expenses | Subject to agreement |
| Overnight accommodation costs if required. | Subject to agreement |
Typical Language-speaking Incentive guiding rates charged by independent guides (These rates are indicative only):
| *Half Day (Up to 4 hours) | €225 |
| *Full Day (Up to 8 hours) | €350 |
| Evening/Unsocial hours supplement | €175 |
| Other Expenses | Subject to agreement |
| Overnight accommodation costs if required. | Subject to agreement |
*A Half Day is 4 hours maximum - typically morning or afternoon,
*A full day is 8 hours maximum, typically finishing by 6 pm.
Any hours worked outside of these hours can incur an unsocial hours premium.
Specialist Guides, including those who guide in a foreign language, and guides offering customised tours will usually charge a premium.
Driver Guides charge rates that depend on the size of the vehicle and the nature and location of the tour.
Rates will vary depending on a number of factors, including (but not limited to):
The client maybe quoted different rates to the above which are indicative only, remember to agree rates and all additional costs in advance