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Private tour in Galway Neal D
Cliffs of Moher from Galway
5.0
(25) reviews
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7 hours
30 minutes
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-5 people
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Neal D.
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Let me look after you. I promise you a MEMORABLE TOUR from Galway, Mayo and Sigo. First of all thank you for checking my profile! I would love to share my passion for Ireland with you if you decide to take one of my tours. I have been guiding for more than ten years and due to my curiosity, I have an extensive, intense, and profound knowledge of Ireland. I use the philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi: "Live like you are going to die tomorrow and learn like you are going to live forever". That's how I constantly keep my tours to a 'gold' standard. I do not regard tourist guiding as work, it's just travelling around my wonderful country with friends, telling stories, singing songs and having fun. I'm not just a tourist guide, I'm an entertainer, a historian and an author. Your day will 'fly by' as you hear stories of Stone Age farmers, St Patrick, The Children of Lir, Rebellion against the British, the Great Famine, the Wild Atlantic Way and why we drive on the 'correct' side of the road. Maybe you might also want to hear about Brexit! Whether it's history, legends or politics I can bring them all alive for you. Of course the most magical thing about Ireland is the magnificent scenery. The landscapes and seascapes are constantly changing on tour and there will be lots of photo-stops along the way. If you want great photos, I will show you where the best shots can be taken. While I have a number of tour options listed, they are not 'set in stone' If you have an item or area of special interest I can plan that for you to ensure that the tour SUITS YOUR NEEDS. Our national poet W. B. Yeats once said, 'Education is not the filling of a bucket, it's the lighting of a fire'. I hope that I can 'light a fire' for Ireland in your hearts that will make you want to return again and again. Thank you for reading all of this. Hopefully it was not too long-winded and I will get to meet you when you come on tour with me. Neal Dublin City Tourist Guide Course - Merit National Irish Tourist Guide Course - Distinction T-Guide - Qualified to guide for people with learning difficulties Published Author of 2 best selling Dublin City Guide Books two local County Mayo Guide Books Toastmasters Competent Communicator I have no restrictions
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A Powerful Breath of Wild Atlantic Air
Overview of your Galway tour
Fourteen kilometres of cliffs rising to 200 metres above the wild Atlantic. The cliffs were formed 320m years ago and the the sea has been pounding on them ever since. From the Cliffs, you get a view of the Arran Islands and lots of sea birds as they use the wind to glide up and down. The tour also takes through the amazing landscape of the Burren, where limestone was exposed due to the action of Neolithic farmers five thousand years ago. According to English General Ludlow in the 1640's, the Burren had not had not enough water to drown a man, not enough wood to hang him or enough soil to bury him. On tour you will see evidence of Neolithic farmers in the ancient portal tomb at Poulnabrone, an icon in Irish tourism publicity. Add to that lots of photo stops, a nice place for lunch and maybe a pint in a local pub and you have a perfect day tour in this part of Ireland. You won't be disappointed.
Recent Reviews
Angie M.United States
Neal was a wonderful guide. This private tour was an exceptional way to see the Cliffs of Moher and learn a lot of Irish history! Highly recommend Neal!
Amy G.United States
Wonderful tour with Neal. Highly recommend. Warm, welcoming and knowledgeable. Next time I’m in Ireland, and I WILL return, I hope to meet Neal again!
Bill S.United States
Customized, customized and more customized. We had done quite a lot of ancestry research before coming to Mayo/Galway. And we needed a guide to seek out and find the towns, streets and cemeteries we wanted to find. In came Neal! He was ready for us so we hit the ground running. Spent a full day finding pretty much EVERYTHING we had hoped to find. Neal knows Ireland like the back of his hand. His transportation is first rate and his knowledge of the history of the towns and the people is very solid. Oh yeah, one more thing, he’s just fun to spend the day with. Highly recommend Neal.
Ellen G.United States
Neal is an outstanding guide - i couldn’t recommend him enough! He was a delight to work with in the planning of day and was a fantastic guide. He filled us with history, literary stories and quotes, humor, and was truly a delight. His vehicle was comfortable, he was a carefully and safe driver, and we were honored to have spend the day with this wonderful man, our guide, Neal. Thank you Neal!
Sheryl F.United States
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.
Your Galway tour itinerary
Leaving from your accommodation or your ship, we will head south and our first stop will be at the Hazel Mountain chocolate factory where you can sample the local delights of have a coffee. The tour continues through the lovely little village of Ballyvaughan and on through the Burren with its unique 'moonscape' of limestone plateaus' and pavements caused by the impact of the first neolithic farmers in this country. The magnificent Cliffs of Moher are next on our itinerary where you will experience the effect of the wild Atlantic waves on this coast of Ireland and admire the view of the Aran Islands famous for their wool sweaters. Along the way I will entertain you with lots of stories and maybe a song or two. I am flexible so If there are any items of interest to you, I can include them on the tour. I look forward to giving you an interesting and entertaining tour.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Limousine
Transportation is by a top of the range Land Rover Discovery 7 seater. However, I always limit capacity to five clients to ensure maximum comfort. The Discovery is a very comfortable SUV which due to its height allows a panoramic view of the spectacular scenery during the tour.
What's included
Other: The price includes:
Collection from your hotel or cruise ship,
Private transport to selected locations
Interesting and entertaining commentary throughout
Lots of photo stops
Timely return to your hotel or cruise ship.
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: Entry to the Cliffs of Moher
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. We will have a stop for coffee mid-morning, and at an excellent location for lunch.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
Galway, County Galway, Ireland
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide:
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
City Highlights
Day Trip
History
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
957181
Languages
English
FrenchActivity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
5.0
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Who is this private tour in Galway best suited for?
This private tour in Galway is perfect for travellers who want to experience the stunning natural beauty of the Cliffs of Moher and the unique landscape of the Burren. It's ideal for those who appreciate a mix of history, nature, and local culture, as well as anyone looking to enjoy a comfortable and personalized experience with a knowledgeable guide like Neal D. The tour is also suitable for families, including kids, due to its light activity level.
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7 hours
30 minutes
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-5 people
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Tour date
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7 hours
30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-5 people
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Tour date
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