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31/08/2024

Soaking up the sun at Pat Noone's heritage farm while he took my guests for a walk on the mystical side.

06/08/2024

Sunset

03/08/2024

Thank you to a couple of the nicest New Yorkers you could ever meet for their review of the 3 Day Ulster Adventure tour. Their quest to get off the beaten path led us down some gorgeous backroads.

31/07/2024

Thank you to my new friends from New Jersey for their review of the Donegal Day tour. Their adventurous attitude made it a day to remember.

31/07/2024

I saw the light at Slieve League Cliffs.

30/07/2024

Massive respect to all those who climbed the reek (Croagh Patrick) on Reek Sunday (July 28th).

09/07/2024

With rugged coastline, heavenly glens, mysterious mountains, secret waterfalls, adventurous activities, breathtaking beaches, rustic ruins, and wild trailways, there's something for everyone in County Donegal.

08/07/2024

A tour not to be missed!

04/07/2024

Happy 4th of July to my American friends, from Connemara, County Galway

29/06/2024

Lovely day tour around Donegal with two very friendly Vermonters who were staying at the incredibly stylish and innovative .house
Their hosts even provided them with a delicious gourmet picnic lunch for their day trip.
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21/05/2024

Irish and Swiss cows greet each other through Ireland's newest portal.

20/05/2024

Congrats to Paddy and the Sliabh Liag Boat Trips Team for winning the 2024 Tourist Attraction of the Year Award. Having had the privilege of taking this tour, I have to say it's a real adventure in a mindbogglingly magnificent location!

19/05/2024

Someone get that cow a choc ice!!!

04/05/2024

Hard to believe it's been almost a decade since Star Wars: The Last Jedi was filmed in Donegal. Anyway, Enjoy the festivities!

02/05/2024

Letterkenny Life

01/05/2024

Happy Bealtaine Everyone! It's the first day of Celtic summer and the sun is shining. Traditionally, decorating a tree or bush with ribbons or shells near an individual house was a way to celebrate. It was usually white thorn, the most potent of faery trees which flowers in May, and paradoxically is considered very unlucky if brought indoors. Water drawn from local holy wells at this time was considered especially potent, and flowers left at holy wells on May Day were also believed to be restorative.

10/04/2024

With tens of thousands of major attractions, hidden treasures, castles, churches, pubs, distilleries, breweries, forts, cliffs, beaches, craft fairs, outdoor activities, boutique accommodations, gourmet restaurants, heritage centres, caves, forests, and mountains, you'll never be bored in Ireland.

09/04/2024

Here are six iconic castles around the island's northern half. How many can you name?

08/04/2024

Hope all of my North American friends enjoyed the eclipse today!

08/04/2024

Newborn calves in Carracastle, County Mayo

01/04/2024

Outrageous that after all St. Patrick's hard work, this government have decided, without consulting the general public, that snakes should be reintroduced to Ireland. Typical.

17/03/2024

Getting away from the parades Happy Maewyn Succat's Day, better known as St. Patrick - the original honorary Irishman.

07/03/2024

Nice view of Orion and Sirius above the van last night.

21/02/2024

I'd like to thank my family for the continual support and breakfast in bed this morning, the tour companies I work with for making the magic happen, and of course you, the customers who are always up for an adventure. 😛 Happy International Tour Guide Day to all the fellow guides out there!!! Hope you're spoiled rotten today!

10/02/2024

Signs of Spring estate and orangery. One of the most beautiful settings in the country, it's an ideal lunch stop while out and about on a County Derry Day Tour or Northern Ireland multi-day tour.

07/02/2024

A nice hint of a rainbow over Raphoe Castle yesterday. The castle was built in the 1630s for the Rev. Dr John Leslie, Church of Ireland Lord Bishop of Raphoe. Bishop Leslie was besieged within the castle during the Irish Rebellion of 1641, until he was relieved by the Laggan Army. Leslie was laid siege to again during the Cromwellian conquest of Ireland, with the castle surrendering in 1650.

24/01/2024

Since we're coming around to aurora borealis season and I'm chomping at the bit to see more of nature's finest light show, the Northern Lights Evening Tour has been crafted to suit guests looking for a unique Irish experience that will leave you contemplating the cosmos on the spectacular Inishowen Peninsula, Ireland's most northerly point. Set out on an evening guided experience and be amazed by the breathtaking scenery and unparalleled tranquility whilst learning about the dramatic geological features, astronomical significance, local myths and legends and modern culture of the area. This is truly a guided tour to remember and a highlight of your holiday. Feel free to get in touch for more details.

23/01/2024

Due to popular demand and my own personal interest in astronomy, I've crafted a bespoke evening experience that will leave you comtemplating the cosmos in the spectacular surroundings of the Sperrin Mountains. Venture out on a guided experience through County Tyrone's Dark Sky Reserve and be amazed by the spectacular scenery and unparalleled tranquility whilst learning about the neolithic astronomical features, local myths and legends and modern advances in astrophysics. This tour includes a visit to boggy mountains, vast woodland, stone circles and a guided tour inside the OM Dark Sky Observatory. Departing from Letterkenny, Derry, Strabane or Dungiven, this is truly a guided tour to remember and a highlight of your holiday. Feel free to get in touch for more details.

22/01/2024

The Croithlí distillery tour is an authentic experience carried out by experts in their field. A favourite stop along several of the Northwest Sherpa Tours, its quirky origin story, stunning rural setting, impressive building full of intriguing artifacts and friendly staff offering samples of some of Ireland's finest whiskey make this an Irish experience not to be missed.

The Croithlí distillery experience captures the essence of Donegal Gaeltacht whiskey making and the connection with the people, culture and place. Tours take place on the hour every hour from 11am – 5pm Monday to Sunday and last approximately 60 minutes.

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I had a lovely time giant spotting in the Sperrins with an incredible couple from New York. We reached 2 of the 3 giant sculptures by Danish artist/environmentalist #thomasdambo as part of our 3 Day Ulster Adventure. The Sperrin Mountains are possibly Ireland's most overlooked scenic area. #ulsteradventure #privatetourofireland #custommadetour #tailormadetours #countytyrone #countytyroneireland #sperrins #sperrinmountains #sperrindarksky

Lovely trad music @cathedral_quarter_letterkenny today! #letterkenny #cathedralquarter #letterkennydonegal #donegal #donegaltourism #letsgodonegal

"Where the wandering water gushes From the hills above Glencar" The Stolen Child by W.B. Yeats One of many amazing sights around Counties Sligo, Leitrim and Clare connected to the nobel prize winning poet. Why not take the Yeats Private Tour and immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes that inspired one of Ireland’s greatest literary treasures. #wbyeats #nobelprize #privatetourofireland #custommadetour #yeatstour #yeats #yeatstourofsligo #yeatstourism

Thank you to all the staff @harveyspoint for hosting a wonderful seminar about Donegal Tourism's path to sustainability. Incredible guest speakers, so many pearls of wisdom and inspiration for how to make Donegal an epic low-impact destination. #glimmerofhope #ecotourism #sustainabletourism #donegalireland #lovedonegal #govisitdonegal #destinationdonegal #donegalpage #donegaltourism #donegalhasitall #lonelyplanet #lonelyplanetireland

Should you find yourself with only an hour to spare in the fabulous city of Galway, don't despair, for you can actually see quite a lot. Thanks to its narrow streets and condensed city centre, there are many spectacular attractions, just a stone's throw away from each other. Here's my list of the top five, conveniently located along a straight drag encompassing William Street, Shop Street, High Street, and Quay Street. To read all about each attraction, check out the Sherpa Blog on the link in bio. #galwaytourism #tourismireland #discoverireland #failteireland #walkingtour

A brilliant projection show put on last night at the #omdarksky park and observatory, which complimented their fascinating guided tour. Jackie and Ciara were so knowledgeable and helpful there. This is truly a hidden gem and a guided tour to remember. I was also lucky enough to see the #wolfmoon of 2024 a couple of constellations and Beaghmore Stone Circles at night. #omdarkskypark #sperrinmountains #beaghmorestonecircles #stargazing #stargazingtour #ireland #privatetour #privatetours #irelandtravel #tailoredtours #tailormadetours #adventureholiday #bestjobever

Letterkenny's annual trad week is just around the corner and I'm excited to make it to a few gigs. Presented by the Regional Cultural Centre at An Grianan Theatre, this year's line up promises to make for a brilliant time. From Friday 19th to 31st the RCC present a host of world class musical acts, as well as lots of FREE events, including theatre shows, Ceol na nÓg / Young People’s Trad Session and two lunchtime concerts in The Eatery at An Grianán Theatre. Musical highlights in 2024 include Scullion, Iarla Ó Lionáird, Luka Bloom, Rónan Ó Snodaigh with Myles O’Reilly, Brigid Mae Power, Arcanadh, Pádraig Rynne’s NOTIFY, Jack Houston, Nodlaig Ní Bhrollaigh, Coirm, Ceol Connected and more. #tradmusic #traditionalirishmusic #tradfest #irishmusic #irishsongs #irishculture #thingstodoindonegal #donegalhasitallbucketlist #letterkenny

Some passengers are just up for fun! Robyn has been studying her crocodile version of 'row your boat' very well. #minivanlife #passengershaming ##theresalwaysone #chauffeurlife #privatetour

If you're looking to take the hassle out of your trip around Ireland, consider a chauffeur-driven guided tour. You'll be amazed at how much more time you'll have to enjoy yourself and soak up the culture on this relaxing yet adventurous journey that is custom-made to suit your interests. To enquire about a chauffeur-driven guided tour, check out www.northwestirelandtours.com and request a free call back. #privatetourofireland #wildatlanticway #wildatlanticwayireland #tourismireland #irishholiday #tourofireland

Nice little Christmas dip at Errit Lake for the Jack & Jill Foundation. #coldwatertherapy #erritlake #lakesofireland #christmasswim

Another Irish musical legend laid to rest today. An absolute pleasure growing up listening to your songs. R.I.P. @shanemacgowanofficial #shanemacgowan #sineadoconnor #christydignam #doloresoriordan #ronniedrew #rorygallagher #phillynott #lukekelly

Finally, I had the chance to do the Kinnegar Brewery tour last weekend. It's a really unique experience to watch such an energetic and knowledgeable crew of brewmasters crafting away. I highly recommend it if you're up this end of Donegal. #kinnegar #kinnegarbrewing #donegaltourism #donegalhasitallbucketlist #irelandtourism #wildatlanticway

Happy Halloween Everyone! No better place to celebrate this spooky night than Derry City - the home of Halloween.

Big night's rain in Ennistymon, Co. Clare #ennistymon

Wild weather at Dunmore Head today! #sleahead #sleaheaddrive #dinglepenninsula #discoverireland #irelandtourism #irelandtravelguide #ireland

Good flow at Torc Waterfall today #torcwaterfall #killarneynationalpark #discoverireland #irelandtourism

Donegal Camino Scallop Shells for Sale in aid of Cancer Care West ~ €5 per shell 🐚 Made from locally sourced scallops. #donegalcamino23 #donegalcamino23 #cancercarewest #donegalhillwalking

After a couple of months walking around Northern Spain, I'm looking forward to joining in on the Donegal Camino 2023. It's all in aid of Cancer Care West and runs from September 3rd ~ 9th. Fair play to the organisers for putting together an excellent route. Buen Camino Everyone!!! #donegalcamino #donegalcamino23 #donegalhasitall #donegaltourism #donegalhillwalking