Guide #16151
Dia Dhuit, hello and welcome to Ireland's Ancient East! I'm John D, also known as Johner D. I can't wait to guide you around a selection of the best to offer on Ireland's Ancient East Coast. I come from a typical large Irish family who migrated from Belfast in the 1970's to Dublin when I was the tender age of 6. My family owned, managed and lived above a famous early house pub on Dublin's quays for 10 years. I grew up as a Dubliner and know and love the city well. In early 2021 I decided to move out of the city and now live in the beautiful county of Wicklow. I moved here because I love this gentle, rugged wonderful space! If you want a piece of the west of Ireland without having to go there, then Wicklow is your place. Having spent most of my 30's and 40's travelling and living overseas both in mainland Europe and south-east Asia I understand the benefit and wealth of knowledge only a local guide can provide. I provide driving tours of Dublin and beyond visiting the best sites along Ireland's ancient east covering counties Dublin, Wicklow, Louth and Meath. I drive a brand new (2026) Ford Tourneo Connect wheelchair accessible vehicle with air con, its licensed as a taxi which means we can use bus lanes and city streets not open to regular car users! All my tours can be altered and tailored to meet your specific requests thus ensuring your time here on Ireland's Ancient East is fun, enriching and maximised to its full potential. Families and kids are most welcome. My vehicle actually has 2 additional seats (where a wheelchair can go) which are perfect for kids, so family tours up to six people are possible, however you need to contact me first to book as all my tours are advertised for 4 people. Why not drop me a line through the message button and let's get planning your visit to Dublin, Wicklow or anywhere along Ireland's Ancient East. Looking forward to meeting you … John. An experienced traveller with a law degree and background in business. Fully licensed and insured small public service vehicle driver and taxi license with Irish Police security clearance.
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We spent a lovely day with John as he toured our family around the outskirts of Dublin. He was great to share local knowledge, was flexible to accommodate our group throughout the day and put together a custom itinerary that felt just right for our goal.
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July 2026Thanks guys for the 5 star review. You’re a lovely family and our day out was entertaining and fun. It didn’t feel like work at all for me 😊 Safe home bound for Braydon, Ella and Ryan and I hope you Eric and Tara enjoy your drive around our lovely Emerald Isle. Best wishes, John
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June 2026Joyce, Skip and Rose, thank you for the 5 stars! It was great to tour you guys, I really enjoyed our time together. I hope your trip around our Emerald Isle went well and you got home safely. Best wishes, John
When I'm in Dublin, John D has been my tour guide on 5 visits (that says a lot right there!). He is so welcoming, accommodating, helpful, intelligent, easy to talk to, with a good sense of humor that makes me feel comfortable and safe. His explanations, willingness to answer questions and patience with my photo taking add to a wonderful experience. County Wicklow is...
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May 2026Hi Kathleen, always a pleasure to guide you around. Thanks for being my most loyal customer!! I hope you come back. Best wishes, John. 😎
John was an amazing tour guide for our family. He was kind, attentive and shared so much information with us about Ireland as we traveled through Wicklow. If you are traveling to the area and are looking for a guide to take great care of you and your family, ask for John D.
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May 2026Thanks guys, you are a lovely family and I really enjoyed our time together. Best wishes for the future to you all!