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Judith ( Judy ) O'Shea
I was born in Annascaul on the Dingle peninsula on a dairy farm , one of 8 children. I grew up on the Dingle Peninsula then moved between the cities of Limerick, Dublin and Cork for work after College. ( I have an honours degree in Economics and Sociology from UCC). I have worked in Community development , I.T. , Accounting over my career. I then moved home to Dingle and I now have 11 years of experience as a driver guide. I have crewed and guided on the Blasket island ferry and driven private Golf and Heritage tours nationally on multiday tours. My favorite parts of the job is showing our quirky neolithic monuments that are scattered everywhere in the country to visitors.....showing them how to see them in the landscape and understand what are they seeing as they drive along. Also bringing families to their last known address / townland before their families emigrated ( usually in the 19th C ) to North America. We often connect with living relatives due to speaking to locals and good fortune ☘️🍀 I also do day tours from Killarney and Dingle...
- Cultural
- Driver Guide
- Historical
Christy Woods
We are a family that have been doing tours all over Ireland for the last 70 years we guide an drive you threw our beautiful country from the Giants Causeway in the North to the beautiful town of Kinsale in the south . We do from one day tours around the Cliffs of Moher to a 20 day tour all over Ireland all tours to suit your budget .
- Food & Drink
- Cultural
- Walking
Margo Richmond
I am a qualified national tour guide based in Killybegs, Co. Donegal. I specialise in local walking tours.
- Walking
- Historical
- Cultural
Jack Hayden
Hi I have the privilege of showing guests around around Ireland for 23 years and have stumbled on some hidden gems over the years. We go where large vehicles can’t I’m really passionate about the great Little Country
- Cultural
- Nature
- Photography
Christopher Byrne
**Best for solo travellers, older visitors, couples, and small groups who want a relaxed local experience at a comfortable pace** Based in Ventry and Dingle, I offer relaxed local walk, hike, sea swim, and bike outings for visitors who want to experience the Dingle Peninsula at a comfortable pace. These are not extreme adventure tours. They are about getting outdoors, enjoying the scenery, hearing local stories, and getting the inside track on one of the most beautiful parts of Ireland. As a lifelong weather enthusiast, daily sea swimmer, and local guide, I shape each outing around the people taking part, the weather, the tide, and the conditions on the day. Tours can be gentle, scenic, and easygoing, or a little more active if that suits you. The areas covered include Ventry, Dingle, nearby coastal routes, quiet backroads, beaches, safe swim spots, local viewpoints, and places visitors can easily miss. Most outings are 2 to 4 hours, making them ideal for solo travellers, older visitors, couples, and small groups who want a relaxed local experience without committing to a full day. A tour might be a gentle coastal walk, help finding a safe place to swim, a swim followed by a sauna, a relaxed local bike route, or time for coffee and a chat. No special experience is needed. Just bring comfortable clothes, curiosity, and a willingness to see Ventry and Dingle like a local. 2-hour outing: from €120 solo / €150 for 2 people 3-hour outing: from €180 solo / €225 for 2 people 4-hour half-day: from €240 solo / €300 for 2 people Extras such as sauna, bike hire, food, or transport are charged separately. *ventryweather.com/book For solo/couple travellers, I can usually arrange a convenient meeting point in Ventry or Dingle, and where practical I may be able to meet you at your accommodation. Any pick-up or transfer must be agreed in advance and is offered only as part of the guided outing, not as a standalone transport service.
- Hiking
- Walking
- Cycling
Seamus O'Connor
I have been guiding tours in Dublin for over 15 years. My passion is Irish history and folklore. Join me for a walk through time in our capital city.
- Historical
- Walking
Karin Janssen
I’m a multilingual tour guide and professional photographer originally from the Netherlands, living in Ireland since 1997. I’m passionate about Irish culture, history, and folklore, and I love sharing the magic of Ireland through all 6 senses. I speak English, Dutch and French, with basic German and Russian. I studied French, Dutch and Russian translation in Brussels in the 90s, where I met an Irishman who brought me to Ireland—where my own Irish story began. After several years in the corporate world, I followed my passion and became a tour guide to bring more meaning and magic into my work. Today, I offer immersive Irish experiences where you can see castles and ancient churches, smell turf fires, taste traditional soda bread, feel the sea mist, hear live trad music, and discover Irish myths and ghost stories. Based in Bray, Co. Wicklow, I’m ideally placed to explore the Garden of Ireland, including Glendalough, mountains, waterfalls, and stunning coastal scenery. I also offer professional photography to capture your journey and create lasting memories.
- Cultural
- Historical
- Photography
William
My name is William, i am a tour guide of the Town of Thurles, famous for the Founding of the GAA, the national body for the Irish games of Hurling and Gaelic football. In my walking tours, you don't just know the local history of the town, but its connection to national history.
- Historical
- Walking
- Cultural
John Field
Hello ! My Dublin walking tours are a mixture of history, folk tales, mythology and song. James Joyce themed tours are a speciality. My previous working background was in IT where I was fortunate to have met wonderful people from all over the world whose cultures and stories have astounded me. I look forward to sharing Ireland’s stories and culture with you As we say here in our ancient Gaelic language - Fáilte go hÉirinn (Welcome to Ireland)
- Cultural
- Historical
- Literary
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