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Pat Lyons

Pat Lyons

Based in Limerick
Limerick, Dublin, Kilkenny, Galway & 3 more

We Specialise In Golf, Leisure & Activity Tours, Which Are Customised To Clients Requirements. I'm a Private Driver, Fully Licenced with a Luxury Mercedes Minibus, Ideal for Small Groups, with Loads of Luggage Space. Activities Arranged, Cycling, Golf, Hiking, Horse Riding, etc. Day Sightseeing, Itinerary Planning, Airport Transfers. Inquire About Self Catering Accommodation Options.

  • Cultural
  • Historical
  • Photography
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5.0
Derek Spillane

Derek Spillane

Based in Galway
Cork, Donegal, Galway, Clare & 7 more

I have a BA (Hons) Degree in History and Heritage Studies and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education. I hold SPSV licence and I'm an accredited National Tour Guide and limousine driver. I can trace my Galwegian roots back to 1776, to the Aran Islands and I can assist you trace your Irish roots if required. Throughout my life, I have travelled extensively around the world and realised the value of a good guide in bringing a place alive. I resolved back then to become a professional guide one day and show visitors the places I feel are unique and special. I was born in a Gaelic speaking area and would love to share a few words with you and share my passion for history and folklore. Credentials I hold a BA (Frist Class Honours) Degree in History and Heritage Studies and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, achieving a Distinction in my Level 9 Postgraduate Degree. I am a fully Accredited Failte Ireland Natiinal Tour Guide and have been offering guided tours since 2012. I have full public liability insurance and hold a B and D1 full drivers license. My expertise include Ireland's history, archaeology, architecture, literature, folklore and folklife (including Ireland's food heritage).

  • Driver Guide
  • Walking
  • Historical
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 Archie  /  Teddy Ireland Tours

Archie / Teddy Ireland Tours

Based in Dublin
Dublin, Wicklow, Kerry, Galway & 9 more

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

  • Cultural
  • Historical
  • Driver Guide
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Martin Haugh

Martin Haugh

Based in Kilkee
Clare, Limerick, Kerry, Galway

Check out the wild Atlantic way with loophead walking tours on the West Clare loophead peninsula. We specialize in of the beaten track gems, places and treks you won't find without us. " Spectacular cliffs, smugglers cove, shipwreck, 10th century Church & graveyards, Saints tombs & blessed wells,19th century battery built by the British. And lots more. We can offer tours & stay @ 3* Stella Maris hotel ,and we'll look after all your needs. Just check out our website, loopheadwalkingtours.ie or call / WhatsApp @ 00353 86 8260987. Cheers Martin 😊 👍

  • Hiking
  • Adventure
  • Walking
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4.8
Anne-Celine Lebas Donohoe

Anne-Celine Lebas Donohoe

Based in Galway
Galway, Clare

I am originally from Bordeaux, South-West of France, but I moved to Galway in 2000. I have been working as a Business Development and Marketing/Customer Service professional in Tourism and Sports, Start-up and IT Multinational companies in France and Ireland. I graduated with a Bachelor of Business in International Tourism Management and also qualified as a local (Yellow Badge Galway) and national tourist guide (White Badge) with Fáilte Ireland (National Tourism Development Authority). I am a current member with ATGI https://www.tourguides.ie/ I offer tours in French, English and German. I offer guided tours and extended tours in Ireland for tourists, students, private companies. My interests include Irish Art & Culture, Food Tourism, Sports and Outdoors activities, History and Literature… Slán!

  • Walking
  • Cultural
  • Historical
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Shane Maher

Shane Maher

Based in Offaly
Offaly, Westmeath, Kilkenny, Dublin & 5 more

Storyteller by night, tour guide by day. I drive and guide tours daily for Irelands biggest tour company. I offer a premium and professional tour guide experience to tourists who want a special experience in Ireland. I love to bring my tourist to places that are less crowded and less known buy more Irish and interesting!

  • Cultural
  • Food Drink
  • Historical
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5.0
Alan MC Loughlin

Alan MC Loughlin

Nationwide — based in Dublin

lirchauffeurservice Lir executive Chauffeur service offer meet and greet at Dublin Airport and transfers to any destination in Ireland. We have some fantastic day tours to places like Kilkenny castle, the game of thrones experience, The National Stud and Japanese Gardens to name a few. Day tours of Dublin City and our exclusive Irish military history tour. Book your tour or transfer today. # 00353 85 8420199 #www.lirexecutivechauffeurservice.com email Lirchauffeurservice@outlook.com

  • Driver Guide
  • Coastal
  • Historical
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4.5
Michael Duggan

Michael Duggan

Nationwide — based in Galway

Glenbeg Tours offers private, luxury, extended, guided tours of Ireland

  • Cultural
  • Food & Drink
  • Historical
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5.0
Derek O'Keeffe

Derek O'Keeffe

Nationwide — based in Cork

My journey in the Irish travel industry began early, shaped by a family love for the island’s landscapes and stories. Over more than 26 years, I have built a reputation for designing private tours that feel relaxed, thoughtful, and deeply personal. Recognised as Ireland’s 2025 Bespoke Tour Operator of the Year, I am trusted by travellers who value insight, care, and a genuine connection to the places they visit. Decades spent exploring Ireland’s quieter corners have given me an intimate knowledge of the country, from the dramatic Atlantic coastline to the understated charm of rural villages. I have an understanding of Irish history, folklore, and local life that turns each journey into a living narrative. With me as your guide, travel becomes more than sightseeing, offering moments of connection with the people, stories, and traditions that define Ireland. Known for tours that are refined yet unhurried, I brings together comfort, flexibility, and local insight in a way that feels natural and effortless. Our story and approach are reflected in every journey, whether travelling along the Wild Atlantic Way or through Ireland’s Ancient East, with guests experiencing the country at their own pace, guided by someone who knows Ireland not just as a destination, but as home.

  • Driver Guide
  • Cultural
  • Food & Drink
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Maeve McKevitt

Maeve McKevitt

Nationwide — based in Tipperary

Drawing on extensive experience leading travelers from around the world, I craft tours that go beyond the typical highlights. I specialize in immersive, thoughtfully paced experiences that connect you to local culture, hidden gems, and authentic moments. Every tour is designed with care, curiosity, and attention to detail.

  • Cultural
  • Hiking
  • Nature
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Robert ÓBraonáin

Robert ÓBraonáin

Based in Dublin
Donegal, Limerick, Sligo, Wicklow & 9 more

I've been guiding since 2008. English and German speaking groups in Ireland, Britain and Germany.

  • Cultural
  • Historical
  • Photography
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Kathleen Reid

Kathleen Reid

Based in Galway
Clare, Galway

Kathleen Reid is the founder of Galway City Tour Guides. A true "Galway Girl," born and bred in the heart of the city, she is a Fáilte Ireland qualified Tourist Guide with a BA in Irish Heritage Studies. Kathleen is also a Certified T-Guide (trained to guide visitors with learning difficulties). She specializes in walking/rolling inclusive and accessible tours of Galway city. Tours are relaxed and informative, blending the history, heritage, and culture with a local’s perspective on what everyday life in the city is truly like. For those traveling further afield, Kathleen provides a Customized Step-On Coach Guiding service to The Burren, Cliffs of Moher, and Connemara. Every tour is fully adaptable to suit the specific needs and interests of the customer. Contact Kathleen today and together we will craft a memorable itinerary tailored perfectly to you.

  • Cultural
  • Historical
  • Walking
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