About Alchemy Tours

Alchemists were chemists in the ancient world who tried to turn base metal into GOLD.

They did not succeed, but they had lots of fun trying! The objective at Alchemy Tours is to give you a gold standard tour recounting interesting and entertaining stories of our history, heritage and everyday life here in Ireland.

Sensational Tours, Tailored for You

There are a number of private tours available. Whichever option you choose, I promise you a terrific tour with lots of super stories and amazing anecdotes that you can take home to your friends and family. If you would prefer a tour customised to your liking please do not hesitate to contact me.

Meet Your Guide

I have been driving and guiding visitors to Ireland for many years. I love to show-off my country to clients and recount the super stories and sagas of our history and heritage.

With every bend in the road, there’s a story to share—be it a legendary tale from Irish mythology, a local anecdote passed down through generations, or a historical insight that adds depth to the beautiful landscapes around you.

What people are saying about our experience

We had a fantastic time on our tour. Neal is a very engaging and knowledgeable host. From the planning of what we wanted to see to the stories and the history, Neal was exceptional.

Jan .

Neal was outstanding! He was extremely knowledgeable and accommodating. Excellent selections for stops, dining and places of interest. This was a memorable day for the family and Neal helped make it a special success.

Sarah M.

Neal Doherty was our guide to the Cliffs of Moher on July 6th 2025. His knowledge of history, sense of humor and stories were all fabulous. Our party of 5 had a wonderful day

Maureen M.

We (family of 4: 57, 55, 21, 18) really enjoyed our tour with Neal. Neal set the agenda for the day, taking into account our top priorities. He was pleasant and accommodating. His knowledge of the area and Irish history–ancient and modern–was very good. We were all glad that we had an experienced drive on the narrow roads here. The 7-seater Range Rover made the ride luxurious. We would all highly recommend Neal.

Jon S.

Neal was a wonderful guide. He was very knowledgeable, especially about Yeats, which was our main interest, but also of the history of the area. He was flexible in modifying the itinerary to meet our interests. A great story teller, which made the time pass quickly. He was very sensitive to the needs of our members who has some mobility issues. I would highly recommend him.

Stuart L.

We enjoyed the tour with Neal. He was very informative and funny. He made the day go by quickly. I would recommend this tour and Neal as a guide.

Sheryl F.

In addition to being a private driver guide I have also written four guide books

The Complete Guide to the Statues and Sculptures of Dublin

The Complete Guide to the Streets of Dublin

The Complete Guide to Belmullet and the Mullet Peninsula

The Complete Guide to Achill Island and the Corraun Peninsula

Why Choose Us

Luxury Private Tours

Expert Local Guide & Author

Authentic Irish Storytelling

Experience Hidden Gems

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Looking Forward to Welcoming You

I look forward to meeting you and giving you an interesting and entertaining visit. Whether it’s your first time in Ireland or you’re returning to explore more, let me be your guide into the wonder and charm the Emerald Isle has to offer.