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Best of Paris or Ireland in 14 Days tour?

Posted by Lori (Oakland, California) on 11/25/25 02:52 AM

As per usual, I have such difficulty deciding which Rick Steves tour to take next. I'm deciding between Ireland in 14 Days and Best of Paris. I've been on 11 RS Tours to date (see below) and would love my fellow travelers' thoughts on which one I should take next.... especially from folks who've taken both.

From most to least recent, I've done England in 14 Days, Village Italy, Scandinavia, South England, Portugal, Adriatic, Greece, Turkey, Sicily, Spain My Way, and GAS My Way (now called Alpine My Way, I think).

Between Paris and Ireland, which tour might I find more/less different, exhilarating, eye-opening, or whatever—based on your own experiences with the tour(s). In other words, don't worry about what my travel preferences are. I'd love to hear what you think/thought about them.

Posted by Carol now retired

Lynnwood, Washington

11/25/25 03:02 AM

9785 posts

I think your request is a bit hard to fill. What you want from your trip is what really matters and you are telling us to ignore the most important information needed in making decisions.
Do you want city intensive or combo city/countryside?
Which of your previous tours were your favorites and why?
What appeals to you most about Paris?
What appeals to you most about Ireland?

Posted by Lori OP

Oakland, California

11/25/25 03:10 AM

76 posts

I am open to anything!

But am particularly interested in the specific things you all liked about these two tours. I'd rather not base my choice on what I currently like or prefer, as perhaps I have yet to discover new preferences and likes through my next tour. :-)

Posted by margie

Bend, OR

11/25/25 03:46 AM

1728 posts

I’ve been on both. I enjoyed both. The two tours are completely different in some ways as there are no hours on a bus and constant repacking on the Paris tour. But they both follow the same type of routine with local guides, whisper systems and a few group dinners. Not quite sure what you’re looking for especially having stated you’ve been on a number of the tours. Paris is Paris with churches, wine, artwork and its history. Ireland is green with friendly people, spectacular scenery, good beer and it’s own history.

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