In the Footsteps of Seamus Heaney | Private Car Tour
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 Nobel Prizewinning Poet 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.
This 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.
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In the Footsteps of Seamus Heaney | Private Car Tour
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What's included in In the Footsteps of Seamus Heaney | Private Car Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Queen's University
The beautiful Lanyon Building at Queens is one of Belfast's landmark architectural gems, but adjacent to this is the Seamus Heaney Library, dedicated in his honour as both student and teacher.
We will take a detour to take in the panorama of Seamus Heaney's beloved South Derry, a living breathing map of the places celebrated in his work. We will stop at the ancient coaching inn at Crosskeys for some refreshments.
In his seminal poem 'The Lough Neagh Sequence' Heaney charts the astonishing journey of the Lough Neagh Eel from the Sargasso Sea, across the Atlantic and upriver on the Bann to Lough Neagh. On this visit you will see the existing Fishery which keeps the tradition of Eel Fishing alive in this community.
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Live commentary on board
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 16 years
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Please be weather prepared for all experiences. Ireland has a damp climate and weather can change in an instant. Good walking footwear is also recommended for all tours.
Meeting / End Points
- Go to the front entrance of The Guildhall. You will be met there by your driver/guide.
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Comfortable walking shoes are recommended Be weather prepared. Our climate can change quite suddenly so always bring wet/cold weather clothing. If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
