Private tour in Sligo Samuel B
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Samuel B.
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As a third generation seanchaí (storyteller) I follow a rich family tradition in a region steeped in folklore and story. I am a native of Sligo town on Ireland's remote Atlantic northwest, a small town of about 20, 000 people that follows the river Garavogue from Lough Gill to the Atlantic Ocean. Sligo town is located only 5 mins drive from some of the best surfing beaches in Ireland and 10 mins from some of the most spectacular mountain and lake scenery anywhere in the country. I learned the craft of storytelling and woodcarving from my maternal uncle Michael an internationally renowned storyteller and woodcarver. The woodcarving shop is located in the old family butcher shop in Sligo town, established by my maternal Grandfather and storyteller John during the war period. My Mother's family grew up by the quayside in Sligo town and have shared memories of the days when Sligo was a busy port for steam and sail traders carrying from as far away as the Rio Plata in Argentina. My Uncle is my lifelong mentor and it is my honour and privilege to carry forward for the next generation the family tradition both in woodcarving and storytelling. I have worked for over 12 years as a freelance tour guide for some of the most successful tour companies in Ireland, incorporating storytelling and musical performances into the tour experience. In order to focus on the archiving and preservation of the family legacy and tradition I decided to pursue and develop the storytelling tour concept professionally and concentrate on developing the family legacy. In 2018 I was invited to perform at the Kansas city Irish fest and took the opportunity to perform private house performances for former clients in Washington DC, Virginia, Kentucky and Chicago. As a musician and spoken word performer I strive to bring the native tradition of spoken prose to life with professional musical accompaniment to the natural rhythms and 'song' of the original traditional Irish instrument, the human voice. I am the proud bearer of a family name and tradition that dates back to the dawn of settlement on the island of Ireland. So join me on a tour and be a part of a living legacy because stories are no good without ears to hear them. So the most important thing is to get in touch. All departures can be fully customized depending on your schedule as I am flexible and mobile. So just drop me a line here anytime and lets take this story on the road. - Coach Driving licence - 12 Years Driving and guiding experience - National tour guide qualification For larger or smaller groups please contact me for a customized tour
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Drive the Wild Atlantic Way, visit fairytale castles, and explore the rugged coastline of the West through ancient myth and legend told by your own Seanchaí a guardian of ancient lore. Hear the epic romantic legends and folklore of the west of Ireland that inspired so many of the greatest Novelists, poets and artists from William Butler Yeats to George RR Martin. Take in the spectacular views over Clew bay abode of pirates from the slopes of Ireland's sacred mountain Croagh Patrick. Marvel at the stunning Antrim coastline. Hear Epic stories from Giants to Titans from Game of Thrones to the battle of the bogside and the civil rights movement. Explore the UNESCO world heritage site of the Giant's Causeway and if you have the guts even go beneath it. Walk the winding medieval city walls of Derry/Londonderry and hear about Northern Ireland's troubled past. End the tour in Belfast city the vibrant capital of the north, home of the award winning Titanic centre. Tour ends in Belfast
The Giant's Causeway tour has a duration of 8 hours Visit the quaint town of Donegal in the shadow of O'Donnell's castle. Take in a walking tour of the dramatic 400 year old city walls of the maiden city of Derry/Londonderry 8:00am - Depart Sligo town or hotel pickup. we head North (15min drive) towards the beautiful seaside town of Donegal. 9:00am - Stop for an optional cup of coffee in Donegal town before continuing north over the border to the city of Derry/Londonderry. Walking tour of the city walls and murals of the bogside. 11:30am - Walking tour of the city walls and murals of the bogside. Continue East towards the town of Bushmills home of the famous Whiskey and on to the UNESCO world heritage site at the Giant's Causeway 1:30pm - Lunch: Giant's Causeway visitor's centre or Causeway hotel 2:30 - 3. 45pm - Explore the Giant's Causeway 4-5. 30pm drive to Belfast optional stop at the Dark hedges (GoT fans) Tour ends in Belfast city. Customization possible upon request - message me!
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Transportation is provided in comfortable Mercedes mini - van (2-6 people)* *For larger groups 6+ please give as much notice as possible and I can provide a quotation which includes the price details for the required vehicle (up to 25 people). (Vehicles are all modern comfortable and clean Mercedes or Ford)
Sligo, County Sligo, Ireland
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