In the Footsteps of Seamus Heaney | Private Car Tour

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Operator: InSite Tours Ireland
Area: Bellaghy
Prices: Traveler £271.36

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About this tour

In the Footsteps of Seamus Heaney | Private Car Tour

Rates

Luxury Premium Car | £236.00 per person | 2 to 3 Guests

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Duration

8 Hours (including transportation flexible)
11:00 am to 7:00 pm

About

InSite Tours Ireland provides travelers with award-winning, customized experiences that highlight the finest aspects of Ireland's culture, history, and landscapes.

This unique and intimate journey offers a profound connection to the landscapes and moments that inspired Seamus Heaney, brought to life by Fergal Kearney's personal stories and insights. Whether you're new to Heaney's work or deeply familiar with it, the tour promises an emotionally enriching experience, steeped in the poet's heritage and the beauty of his homeland.

Explore by Private Luxury Car

This is a private experience by private luxury (Mercedes Benz E Class) or premium luxury vehicle (Jaguar XJ) and will take you to many places referenced in Seamus' many poetry collections, most of which are known only to your guide. Those who have taken this journey with us have often been overwhelmed by the beauty and complexity of Seamus' writing, read aloud to you by your guide in the very places that inspired them.

We look forward to welcoming you and sharing Seamus Heaney' HomeGround. It will be an unforgettable experience.

What to Expect

The Seamus Heaney tour provides an exclusive, immersive journey into the poet's world, offering guests a deep, personal connection to the landscapes and inspirations behind his work.

Itinerary

This tour lasts for eight hours (including travel times) and will take in the following attractions:

• The Forge at Hillhead
• Mossbawn
• Lagan’s Road
• Eel Fishery at Toome
• The Strand at Lough Beg
• Church Island
• Toner’s Bog
• Bellaghy Bawn
• The Turfman Sculpture
• Seamus Heaney’s Grave
• The Seamus Heaney HomePlace (allow 90 minutes)

Pickup & Dropoff

• All Belfast and Derry Hotels & B&B
• Hotel/Cruise Ship Pickup and Drop-off
• Alternatively Pickup and Drop-off at the Belfast Welcome Center, 9 - Donegall Square N, Belfast BT1 5GJ, UK.

What to Bring

• We’re in Ireland so prepare for all types of weather
• Wear good walking shoes
• Some sites have limited disability access
• No meals are provided on this tour
• Price includes all admissions
• Price does not include tips

Inclusions

• Family friendly
• All entrance fees included
• Bottled Water
• All-inclusive tour
• Free local hotel pickup and drop-off included
• Informative, friendly and professional guide

Exclusions

• Tips and Gratuities
• Lunch and Snacks

Cancellation policy

TERMS and CONDITIONS

In making a booking with us, you agree to accept our T&Cs.

The T&Cs below apply to all bookings whether made online through our website or made by email, telephone or in person.

By placing a booking with us, you and your party (guests) agree to the following T&Cs as set out. If you have questions please contact us before making a booking.

To place a booking with us the lead guest must be at least 16 years of age. Only the lead guest and the named booking party are allowed to use our services and facilities.

By placing this booking, this confirms that this contract is between you, your party and us. No other person shall have any rights to enforce any of its terms. Neither of us will need to get the agreement of any other person in order to change any of the agreed terms.

BOOKINGS

Full payment is required to secure your booking. Full payment will be taken at the time of booking.

You will make your booking with a debit or credit card.

A full non-transferable payment is required at the time of booking.

CANCELLATION POLICY

You may cancel your booking up to five working days before the date of your tour for a full refund.

No refund will be issued within 5 days of the date of your tour.

Third Party booking partners may offer different cancellation terms. You should refer to these on their website.

No refund will be issued in any instance of 'force majeure' - any extraordinary event or circumstance beyond the control of both parties.

In the instance of any 'force majeure' we will honour the booking through the issue of a voucher and honour any changes to your travel arrangements at a later date.