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Brede Merrigan is the founder and badged driver-guide behind Crystal Tours Ireland. Brede wanted to do the most important thing that she loves most in the world—showcasing the breath taking beauty of Ireland to visitors and ensuring they have the best vacation of their lives. With a heart full of Irish pride and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Brede built this company to offer more than just a tour; she offers a genuine connection to the land, its history, and its people. Brede absolutely adores what she does, and that passion is the crystal-clear foundation of every journey we create. She has assembled a remarkable team of professional, badged tour guides who share her vision and enthusiasm. Behind the wheel of our fleet of modern, comfortable vehicles, you'll find knowledgeable storytellers who are eager to share not only their extensive knowledge but also their own personal stories and local insights. They are the key to unlocking the real Ireland, taking you beyond the guidebooks to experience the hidden corners, the warm welcomes, and the inside stories that make this island so unforgettable. With Crystal Tours Ireland, you're not just seeing the sights; you're experiencing Ireland through the eyes of people who cherish it most. I also suggest you check out TripAdvisor and read the outstanding reviews our drivers have received since setting this up in April of 2025 - https://www.tripadvisor.ie/Attraction_Review-g186616-d33054246-Reviews-Crystal_Tours_Ireland-Kilkenny_County_Kilkenny.html.
Growing up in Dingle, I learned Irish as my first language and the sea as my second home. I specialize in coastal walks, dolphin watching, and introducing visitors to our unique Gaeltacht culture and traditions.
Hi Folks, My name is Phil Archbold, but my friends call me "Archie" , Let me start by giving you the biggest Irish welcome possible. Céad míle fáilte! (Kade mee-lah foil-teh! / Meaning One hundred thousand welcomes!) , My part of the world is Ireland., I'm a proud “Dub”, born bread and buttered in Dublin City, I am a qualified National Tour Guide with over 20 years of experience in the Irish tourist industry, I have a great love for History, Politics, myth and legend, Sports, the great outdoors, good conversation, music, getting off the beaten track and not forgetting the odd pint of Guinness Most of all, as we Irish say, I love to have the " Craic" pronounced crack meaning Fun in the Irish language I work with small private tours to large coach tours, everything from walking city tours, day tours, extended group coach tours and small driver-guide private tours. What are you waiting for? Let's start our adventure
Hi I am Michael Cowell founder and owner of MCT Irish Tours, we tour the 32 countries of Ireland, Your Tour, Your Vacation, our Experience.
Waterford's Viking heritage runs deep, and so does my passion for sharing it. From the medieval city walls to the stunning Copper Coast, I bring Ireland's oldest city to life with stories of Vikings, Normans, and rebels.
I've lived in Dublin city centre and suburbs all my life, and the history of Dublin and it's stories are endlessly surprising, even to someone who lives here. Since I've started as a tour guide I've found it to be a lot of fun, and very rewarding to see visitors really engage with the real Dublin! These are the streets of James Joyce, Oscar Wilde, Sinead O'Connor, Arthur Guinness (as well as Henry V111 and a couple of Cromwells), . . I take little detours when asked (which is a LOT), and I like to make sure that my clients who book onto my tours have the best of times! As a professional musician and producer I've also got some unusual insights into some of the secrets of this world, with the ocassional behind the scenes tale or two. I also have a very special relationship with Dublin's Ha'Penny Bridge, as I'm personally responsible for overseeing the conversion of some of the Bridge's original wooden decking by Fender Guitars California into beautiful Stratocasters and Telecasters! Dublin is an old city, but it's not a museum, it's also a brand new city - this is the same throughout all of Ireland - and I enjoy showing visitors how these worlds live side by side, so you can have fun while being amazed at the same time!
A Thomastown native with a gift for storytelling and a great sense of humor! I've been entertaining visitors with tales of Kilkenny's medieval past for over 20 years. Whether it's the legends of the castles or the craic in the local pubs, I'll make sure your tour is as fun as it is informative.
I’m Henry Doohan, a Fáilte Ireland-approved national tour guide born and raised in Donegal, guiding visitors across Donegal, the Wild Atlantic Way and Ireland. I specialise in private Donegal tours and Wild Atlantic Way tours, sharing the stories, history and hidden places that make this part of Ireland truly unforgettable for visitors, especially those travelling from the United States. My tours are fully private and tailored to you, offering a premium luxury Ireland chauffeur tour experience in Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Whether you’re exploring Donegal’s dramatic coastline, travelling the Wild Atlantic Way, or planning a multi-day Ireland itinerary, I create a relaxed, personal journey where you can discover Ireland at your own pace, beyond the typical tourist trail.
Professional licensed national tour guide since 1992. I am a graduate of 'Genealogy' and 'Irish Heritage and Folklore' from UCC. I offer private bespoke day and multi-day tours specialising in the South West along the Wild Atlantic Way. I avoid the fixed 'bus tour' circuit as much as possible and focus on off-the-beaten-path places as well as the main attractions.