Being a university student studying the Troubles, I was blown away by the knowledge and experience of Ruari. He answered every question with extreme detail and used his own experiences… read more to illustrate the climate and history of Northern Ireland. He treated much of the tour as a conversation that was extremely enjoyable and informative. We encountered several logistical issues due to unforeseen circumstances but Ruari handled them with remarkable flexibility and patience. I was blown away by the trip and every part of the tour exceeded my expectations.

  I first met Ruairí in Derry in May 2019 and began working with him in August to plan a tour for 12 university students from the States in March 2020… read more who were taking a course on the modern history and politics of Northern Ireland. Throughout the whole planning process, he accommodated our changing needs, responded quickly to questions, and made me feel very comfortable about how the trip was going to go. As the trip got closer, I found that I wasn’t too nervous about it because I felt like we were going to be in good hands. I was right. From the minute Ruairí met us in the hotel in Belfast until we said goodbye in Derry, he provided my students with his insight, experiences, good humor, patience, and tips on where to go to really immerse oneself in the life of Belfast and Derry. Because he grew up in Derry and knows so many people who were willing to meet and talk with my students about their experiences, Ruairí was able to make the history my students had read in the weeks before come alive. And because we were traveling at the point where the coronavirus began to spread across Europe and the US, we experienced a great deal of uncertainty in our last two days about whether we would have to re-arrange our schedule or abandon parts of it. But Ruairí calmly adjusted, taking us off of the beaten path to a few beautiful out-of-the-way places in Donegal that we otherwise would not have been able to see. I know that there are a number of options to choose from for instructors who are bringing students to Northern Ireland, but I could not have been more pleased with what Ruairí was able to provide for my class. And I now consider him a friend and I look forward to bringing over more students in the future for him to show around his beautiful homeland.

  I cannot thank Rauri enough for the experience he was able to provide to both my classmates and I! This was my first time visiting Ireland, and Ruari blew me… read more away with his knowledge of Ireland’s history along with many important sites along the way. Ruari’s big smile and witty jokes are sure to keep you entertained along the way! Ruari was able to pack a lot of fantastic information and sites during the tours, but what stood out to me most was that no matter how packed the agenda was for the day, Ruari always took the time to address all questions and personal thoughts along the way! It is truly amazing all the information and love that Ruari has for his beautiful home country! If you are spending anywhere from a day to a few weeks in Ireland and want to learn everything, there is to know about Ireland… RUARI IS YOUR MAN!

  I was completely blown away with this tour, and Ruari being the best, most electric tour guide of all time only made it better. Ruari knew every answer to any… read more question along the tour, and he did it in a very personable manner as well as showcasing his great sense of humor and knowledge. When you think of the ideal tour guide, Ruari is your man. He was extremely flexible and understanding to all situations and circumstances. Ruari always brought a positive, uplifting attitude and involved all members along the tour. I will be forever grateful and appreciative having Ruari as our group’s tour guide, and thank him for the ultimate experience.

  Of all the tours I’ve participated in, this one with Ruari was by far the best. Ruari was incredibly informative and flexible. His knowledge on Ireland and the Troubles go… read more unmatched. Any questions you may have – he had answer too. Additionally, I never felt like he was reading off of a script like most tours you’ll have are. Rather, it was personable and inclusive. He was incredibly flexible with any travel hiccups we had or any sites that may have not been included in the tour but we wanted to see/know more about. I will always remember things I saw, learned, and participated in – all thanks to Ruari for an absolutely incredible and once in a lifetime trip.

  I had a phenomenal time with Ruari on this tour. Specifically, I thought the scenery was beautiful. I had a great time with my group, and I also had a… read more great time with Ruari as our tour guide. He accommodate with our increasingly complicated schedule. I won’t forget this trip anytime soon.

  Rauiri was an outstanding guide for our trip. His knowledge of Irish history, both ancient and modern, and his ability to connect all of it, made his tours very insightful.… read more Just as well, in the midst of COVID-19, he was able to bounce around and adjust on the fly in order to accommodate our needs and limitations. Beyond anything else, Rauiri was also just a great guy, with a wonderful sense of humor and the comfort and coolness to answer any and all questions in an engaging and respectful way. If you are ever in the North of Ireland and looking to find out as much history and culture as possible, the one and only tour guide I would recommend is Rauiri.

  My group and I were with Ruari for three days and he is very knowledgeable about the entire region and not just Derry. When our traveling arrangements were shuffled around,… read more Ruari was able to accommodate our tours to our needs. I would recommend him for any group on any occasion!

  Rauiri was extremely knowledgable about the area and the history behind it. He took the time to answer all of our questions and gives us the why behind certain sites.… read more Rauiri was very flexible in adjusting times and locations to match with the changing landscape of our trip. 10 outta 10 recommend.