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My name is Gregory Cead Mile Failte - a Hundred Thousand Welcomes to the Emerald Isle. "It's a small world" Welcome to ours. . . . Please click on the Video Tab and watch video "This is Ireland Video" PLEASE NOTE: I cater for larger GROUPS from 5/6/8/12/16 and 24. What better way than to be with your friends/family/colleagues and travel in my luxury vehicles of which you will receive the same enjoyment on your PRIVATE TOUR. Please contact me for quotation. Born and bred in Ireland and father of 2 great sons Gavin & Craigie. I will be your guide during your visit to Ireland, I promise you that - "you will arrive as a visitor, but you will leave as a friend" I would like to give you a little personal information and some details of me and my tours. I am a professional Tour Guide and Licensed Chauffeur in Ireland. I am a certified Bord Failte Tour Guide (Ireland's National Tourism Bord) with both Tour Guide accreditation and Customer Service Excellence awards. Upon arrival you will be greeted personally and conveyed in our Mercedes sedan or Mercedes MPV depending on the size of your party. I am passionate and keen to share my knowledge about Ireland - Irish history and our Irish culture. Let me take you on your Irish journey of a lifetime - through the land of 'Saints and Scholars' on your bespoke, personalised tailored tour. Depending on your particular interest - Historical, Cultural, Scenic, Equine or General, I will design an itinerary to suit you. In the capital, Dublin region we can arrange various tours to encompass the Irish Civil War, Foundation of the State, 1916 Rebellion…… Culturally, visits to the Guinness Storehouse are a must, The Irish National Museum, The Irish National Art Gallery, as is taking in a traditional Irish music and dancing session, available in various locations…. Scenic tours of Dublin, Wicklow, Louth, Meath and Kildare are generally achievable in one day. Further afield is better enjoyed on overnight or multi-day trips to the South East, South and West Coasts and Northern Ireland home of my 'Game Of Thrones, Locations Tour. SPECIALTY EQUINE TOURS Originally from Dublin, I now live in Kildare which is known globally as the 'Thoroughbred County'. I provide Specialty Equine Tours - County Kildare which produces some of the worlds finest pedigree thoroughbred horses is just 45 minutes south of Dublin City and well within reach to comfortably spend a day visiting some of the finest world class Stud Farms. Lets go visit the equine centre of excellence in Ireland with access to all various training facilities located locally in Kildare - The famous Curragh Racetrack and home of the Irish Classics, we have access to Friarstown Stables/ Gilltown Stud/ TRI Equine shop and grounds/ Curragh Beag stables, the home of the 7 Group 1 Winners " Sea The Stars " The Irish National Stud & Japanese Gardens - a "True Ireland treasure" This world-renowned stud farm is home to equine royalty—stallions can be seen and admired alongside mares, frolicking foals and athletic yearlings. Learn the history of Irish horse racing & stroll through the Japanese gardens, explore this by Mingling with friendly locals and expert horsemen & Women. This fascinating facility is a must. "A dog may be man's best friend, but the horse wrote history" -Author GM. As a Tour Guide and proud Irishman I want everyone on my tours to enjoy the warm Irish experience. You will enjoy and see this beautiful island from coast to coast, leaving with a true appreciation of Ireland and its people "our single greatest resource" You will have a new understanding and appreciation of our Country, our Culture, our History our Heritage and most of all "our People" "Our culture is our life and our Creators are our Life Blood" I am proud and delighted to share my homeland and Country to you. Interests & Hobbies: Travel & Tourism, Irish and World History, Architecture, the Arts, World Travel, Photography, Walking, Golf (Handicap 14) Horse Racing, Sport, Current Affairs. Family Time, Construction & DIY, Outdoor Activities. Certified Bord Failte Tour Guide, Ireland's Tourist Board "Ireland's National Tourism Development Authority" with both Tour Guide accreditation and Customer Service Excellence. HND (Higher National Diploma in Travel & Tourism & Business Management) Degree Tourism & Travel Business Management ATRS: Airport Training/ Programme/ Passenger Services/ Customer Care/ Meet & Greet Professional Tour Guide 2019/2020 (State Tourism Board) Professional Driver (IRL B11161097) Level 5 Diploma Occupational First Aid Full Irish driving licence Full Irish SPSV (Public Service Vehicle Licence) Advanced Driving Course/ Emergency High speed driving Irish Public Liability Insurance/ Certified. Level 5 HND (Higher National Diploma in Travel & Tourism Marketing) None
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Departing from Carlingford Harbour viewing sites and places of interest and sail on a majestic cruise. You will experience a 1hr 30 minutes boat tour onboard a fully restored 1940's tug boat "Brienne" Departing from Carlingford Harbour (under King Johns Castle) our voyage will see aspects of the lough and coastline that are not possible on any other mode of transport. Here you will cruise onboard a fully Licensed tug and cruise out into the Lough, where you will get an opportunity to see spectacular panoramic views and wildlife. You will also hear about the myths and legends of the area, along with how the Vikings arrived on the northeast coast. During your voyage you will see aspects of the stunning east coastline beauty as well as many marine life species with it's many seals and Dolphins joining us on-route. After our cruise we take in lunch and a short walk and visit Carlingford Village & Habour with its world renowned fish restaurants and fantastic walks through the Cooley Mountains and more.
- I will collect you at your place of choice at 09. 00 This is a private Tour. We cater for 2/3/4 or larger groups if required. - We will view places of interest on-route to Carlingford Harbour. - Then we will escape Dublin City from the north quays and travel north on the M1 motorway to Carlingford, County Louth. Duration 1Hr 30 mins approximately. - At 11. 30 we depart on our majestic cruise "Brienne" viewing the magnificent King Johns Castle and out to the Irish Sea coastline. - Along the way we will provide you with a fascinating array of information and local folklore. - On our return we will break for lunch in Carlingford. - Afterwards we will visit the "Leprechaun and Fairy Underground Cavern. " - Followed by a scenic walk of the Cooley Mountains among the rolling hills and viewing points for a photo shot of memory. The Cooley mountains have a couple of trails to follow - short, medium and long. This area is full of Historic Sites, Mysterious Sites, Monuments & Statues. - Return to Dublin.
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Collected from you hotel or place of stay by Mercedes Limousine/ Luxury bus and drive from the north quays to Carlingford Harbour. PLEASE NOTE: I cater for larger GROUPS from 5/6/8/12/16 and 24. What better way than to be with your friends/family/colleagues and travel in my luxury vehicles of which you will receive the same enjoyment on your PRIVATE TOUR. Please contact me for quotation.
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