Bespoke Tours

Experience Ireland Your Way...

Ireland is a wonderful country to visit with so much choice of places to experience. If you have a preference to visit an area that is not included in my day tours, never fear, I can still look after you.

There are so many options but here are a few to whet your appetite

From Dublin to Glendalough and Kilkenny

This is a full day tour that takes you through the wonderful Wicklow mountains en route to glorious Glendalough (the glen of the two lakes). This beautiful valley was created by glaciers during the Ice Age thousands of years ago. Your trip will include a private guided tour of the monastery founded by St Kevin in the 6th century.

We then take you through Wicklow Gap on our way to the Medieval city of Kilkenny where you will visit Kilkenny Castle before your return journey back to Dublin. Contact me if you would like to find out more about this option.

A tour from Dublin to the Giant’s Causeway and Belfast

Created about 60 million years ago there are roughly 40,000 basalt multi-sided basalt pillars which form one of the ‘must see’ icons of Ireland. It’s a long trek from Dublin so an early start is advised to ensure that you get the most of the day. Included in the tour are some locations where Game of Thrones was filmed. You will also visit Belfast to experience how post troubles peace is contributing to the economy of the city. En route I will entertain you with stories and sagas that will help you understand the complex history of Northern Ireland and indeed the island of Ireland.

The Great Guinness tour of Dublin

Did you know that the Guinness Book of Records was a Guinness ‘product’. When Arthur Guinness founded his company in 1759, little did he realise that his name would be known throughout the world for its high quality ‘black’ beer and more besides. There is so much to the Guinness story that you will spend the day exploring the great Guinness heritage and its positive impact on the city of Dublin and much further afield. The tour includes a ‘Skip the Queue’ visit to the renowned Guinness Storehouse. This is a fun tour with lots of great Guinness stories and anecdotes that will amaze you.

A Literary Journey into James Joyce’s Dublin

You have heard of the novel Ulysses, you may have started to read it, you may have finished it and you may even have understood it, but this tour will take you one step further. On this full day tour around Dublin you will visit many of the locations associated with James Joyce, locations mentioned in Ulysses and the parts of Dublin that were forever etched on Joyce’s heart. The tour includes a visit to Sweny’s Pharmacy for a reading and Davy Byrne’s Pub for lunch. If you want some help understanding James Joyce and Ulysses, this is the tour for 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.

Get in Touch

Ireland is bursting with stories, landscapes, and hidden gems beyond the usual highlights. I’d be delighted to help you discover them your way. No matter where your interests lie, I can design a bespoke tour tailored to your time, pace, and curiosity. If there’s somewhere special you’d love to explore, or if you’d simply like expert guidance on where to begin, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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