Private Tour
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
A combination of my two most popular tours all in one! No need to choose between the hugely popular Irish countryside sheepdog demo and having fun in Dublin City, we do both on this newly updated combo tour!
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child seats provided.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private transportation
Onboard taste of local whiskey
Air-conditioned vehicle
Irish music and language lesson
Still or sparkling.
Chocolate & Potato chips for my guests. Gluten free snacks can be provided too
Gratuities
Lunch
Admission fees
The Merrion Hotel Dublin
Upper Merrion Street Dublin Ireland
The Fitzwilliam Hotel Dublin
127/128 St. Stephen's Green Dublin Ireland
Conrad Dublin
Earlsfort Terrace Dublin Ireland
Dublin Port
The Shelbourne, Autograph Collection
27 St. Stephen's Green Dublin Ireland
Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin
Dean Street, The Liberties Dublin Ireland
The Westbury
Balfe Street Dublin Ireland
The College Green Hotel Dublin, Autograph Collection
At College Green Dublin Ireland
Wicklow
A scenic round trip drive out to west Wicklow via the beautiful Irish countryside. See the working sheepdogs in action with a genuine Irish sheep farmer. Optional activity, cost 100 euro total paid direct to the farmer. A Wonderfully educational and fun experience. Continue on touring the city after the demo.
River Liffey
Check out the main sight and bridges along the River Liffey in central Dublin
Pickup included
18 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
77Mary6789,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
What a fantastic experience leaning and watching the working sheep dogs! Micheal does a fantastic job showing how incredible these dogs are! We learned so much and truly enjoyed each and every minute! Highly recommend this tour! 💯💯

heathermO4744DH,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This was our second time touring Ireland with Eamonn, and once again, he absolutely exceeded our expectations! Eamonn is incredibly knowledgeable, outgoing, and personable, the kind of guide who instantly makes you feel at ease and ensures every moment of your trip is memorable. No matter the weather, rain or shine, Eamonn always has a creative alternative plan ready to go so your experience never misses a beat. His dining recommendations are spot on, offering everything from cozy local pubs to fine dining, always with that authentic Irish touch. Eamonn’s attention to detail, organization, and genuine care for his guests truly set him apart. He works tirelessly to make sure everyone is comfortable, engaged, and having the time of their lives. If you’re looking for a true Irish adventure with someone who knows the country inside and out, Eamonn’s chaperone service is second to none. We can’t wait to return to Ireland again and when we do, there’s no question we’ll be booking with Eamonn! 🇮🇪
Paradise547412,
Aug 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a fabulous day in the Wicklow countryside with Eamonn Hourigan as our expert guide and driver. Eamonn put together a lovely tour for us that showed us around parts of the outskirt of Dublin and then we went all around Wicklow. He is extremely knowledgable and we had great fun visiting ancient sites, waterfalls, an overlook where the tv show Vikings was filmed and a drive through the glorious Sally Gap in the Wicklow mountains. We had lunch at a wonderful local restaurant, the Wicklow Heather in Glendalough. My husband and I always make videos of sites for our grandkids-Eamonn got into the spirit of that with us and told a terrific story about a yew tree and archery as well as pointing out a leprachaun gate--both stories the kids loved. We highly recommend Eamonn-he is full of wonderful information about the countryside. He was very responsive during our initial outreach and booking process as well as reaching out to use prior to tour day. His car was extremely comfortable and we enjoyed the day immensely.
328manalid,
Apr 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Eamonn is the best tour guide—truly a gem of a human! He made sure we had the absolute best time in Dublin. My husband and I visited Ireland for the first time in November 2024, and we traveled in style—from Dublin city center to the countryside in Kildare—to see the wonderfully trained Irish working sheepdogs. It was incredible to watch Michael work with the border collies at the foot of the Wicklow Mountains. This was a true Irish countryside experience, and one my husband and I would definitely return for. Also, a big thank you to Eamonn for introducing me to Tayto chips. He had a stash in his trunk, which I happily ate for breakfast. And trust me—after a night of good Irish whiskey, those crisps really hit the spot.










Laurie W,
Sep 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
Eamonn is the best there is! We had a total blast and his caring style makes you feel like family. Very knowledgeable and oh so fun!! Best day we had!!!
Doctormaureenw,
Oct 2, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a wonderful day filled with pure adventure! We enjoyed seeing the countryside and learning about the history of Ireland! The kids enjoyed the sheep herding, an outdoor maze and running around the lakes. Lunch was delicious as well. Thank you for such an enjoyable day!
beachgirlolivia,
Aug 7, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
Eamonn planned an amazing day for my husband and me! He tailored the day to our interests, starting with a visit to K2 Alpaca Farm. We immediately felt like old friends. We left Dublin and were driven along the coast through beautiful towns past lakes with several short stops of interest along the way. Eamonn had arranged for a private tour at Glendalough and made lunch reservations for us. We stopped for some Gaelic sports craic. My husband was pretty good! The private demonstration of sheepherding dogs and drum tutorial at Michael's farm were a perfect end to the day. Eamonn clearly loves what he does and has a wealth of knowledge of Irish history, culture and music. We enjoyed listening to Irish traditional music along the way. And he knows how to tell a story! We look forward to planning another private tour with him! Ellen and Sebastian
c0lleenmj,
Jun 28, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
We spent our last day in Ireland with Eamonn and it did not disappoint! I could not think of a better way to wrap up our trip. Eamonn personalized our tour along the way and his knowledge and personality is unmatched. We added the sheepdog demonstration and drum lesson with Michael and that was quite an experience. Eamonn and Michael exude Irish charm that made us feel like we've known them for years. From the beautiful views, Irish history, drum lesson and whiskey tasting, Eamonn outdid himself. After asking about Gaelic football and hurling, Eamonn added an impromtu lesson along the way for my family. He had the equipment in his van and we were able to learn a few techniques for each sport! What a treat! When we asked about visiting a pub with Irish music in the evening, Eamonn quickly made a phone call to a friend to make sure traditional Irish music would be playing that evening at the pub. Expect VIP treatment on this tour. Eamonn went above and beyond our expectations. Our only regret is that we could not spend another day with him!





DSully1967,
Mar 14, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
The best decision we made was to book ChaperoneVIP from a friend’s advice who had used his services previously, they gave outstanding reviews and now we know why, one of our fears was trying to navigate an unfamiliar country while driving on the opposite side of the road, along with the outrageous car rental prices, it was no brainer to hire ChaperoneVIP, you are truly treated to VIP excursions, everything is taken cared of for reservations to lunch and dinner, stories of Irelands history and music fill the warm van as you take in the gorgeous views of the countryside. Never could do this on our own, prices very reasonable, already planning our next trip with Eamonn. Highly recommended!!






sklo2004,
Dec 30, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
We have two kids— a teen and an 8 year old and it’s always a priority for us that they have a chance to learn about the people, history and culture of our destination. Eamonn exceeded our expectations and made his half day tour special and memorable. We learned about Irish history, learned some Gaelic, sang some songs, and got to see some amazing sites! The sheep dog demo took place at Michael’s farm and we got to meet Maggie, a brilliant dog who moved the sheep over our way! Michael himself was also a highlight as he patiently explained how it all worked! The entire experience felt genuine and we will undoubtedly remember some standout moments from the tour and also what we learned from Eamonn. I highly recommend this if you have kids and want to make the most of your trip! I’ll be recommending Eamonn to friends.


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