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Stephen was born in Historic Derry and spent his formative years growing up in beautiful Donegal. In 2013 he and Patrick bought a luxury guesthouse on Dingle Harbour, so Stephen divides his time between his beloved Ulster and his cherished second-home in the Kingdom of Kerry in Irelands magical South-West coast.
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The New 11 Day ALL-Ireland Tour is the pride of Essential Ireland Tours , 11 days & 10 nights to explore the 4 corners of our beloved Ireland
Ashford Castle was magical on this 'Castles and Classics' Essential Ireland Tour,
2022 Tour Dates have been announced, sign up now for a classic 'Essential Ireland' Tour
Essential Ireland Tours are back on the road in 2021. Happy Days
It is the most surreal celebration of our patron Saint and our Irish identity in living memory. An unwelcome guest (normally a contradiction in terms in Ireland) has arrived on our shores. Coronavirus.
On February 1st, we celebrate Saint Brigid of Kildare’s feast day and the pagan midwinter festival of Imbolc
Ireland has many native species of animals, majestic in their own ways. Here are some that you may spot on your Essential Tour of Ireland
Castles & Classics VIP Tour 2019
Stories and legends of the Cliffs of Moher
Explore the wild beauty and rich history of the Dingle Peninsula
Learn all about the myths and the history of the Rock of Cashel
Happy Christmas 2018. Warm greetings to all our friends, clan and tour guests throughout the world.
Winners of our grand 'green-selfie' contest enjoy their VIP tour of The Essential Ireland
Seamus the Irish Wolfhound, and our mascot at Essential Ireland tours, gets a new playmate!
This is an incredible honour for Irish people. Newgrange is one of Ireland's most sacred ancient sites.
Essential Ireland Tours are proud to present our epic 2018 tour series.
Essential Ireland's colours and banner inspired by the Flag of the 1916 Easter Rising in Dublin
