Fascinating Ancestral Genealogy Day Tours
Tour Information
Looking for your ancestral home in the Killarney & Kenmare area?
Maybe you are an O’Sullivan (Ó Súilleabháin) which can be translated as “one eyed” or “hawk eyed”. Often considered to be a surname belonging to the lineage of one man, Suilebhan mac Maolura.
Maybe you are a McCarthy which hails from the rich tapestry of Irish history. Derived from “Mac Carthaigh,” which translates to “son of Carthach.” Carthach having the meaning in old Irish as “loving.”
Or maybe you are a Donohoe, a Connor, Leahy, Mahoney, Moriarty or any of the many other rich names from County Kerry.
If you believe you have roots in Kerry and would like to trace them, please fill in the enquiry form on this page and Margot will get back in touch with you as soon as possible.
Please aim to book on a Wednesday as that is when there is most availability.
Practicalities: What should I bring?
- Clothes: Bring layers such as T-shirts or thermals, pull-overs, warm pants, shorts (weather permitting), and rain proof jacket. It’s highly recommended to bring rain proof pants, a sun hat and one for the cold as it can get windy around the coast or on the hills. Alternatively you can buy one here.
- Wear good walking shoes or boots or sandals. Always bring swimming wear just in case!
What does the tour include?
- Overnight accommodation and breakfast.
- Accommodation will be in a Guesthouse, Hotel or self catering accommodation, depending on availability.
- Some Dinners. The last night is often a celebration of our coming together and we will dine out.
What does the tour NOT include?
- Your flights are not included.
- The cost of any pre-stays are not included.
- The night before the departure / beginning of the tour is not included and must be considered if you need to stay somewhere after arriving at the airport.
Information for Group Tours
- Please arrange your flights into Shannon Airport. If you are coming from Dublin, please get to the Kerry Airport on the West Coast of Ireland the day before we commence our Journey together.
- Your airport transfer should have been arranged for the day before we commence our journey together.
- Preferably we can all come together the night before we depart for our Journey together.
If you need any help, please contact me using my contact details you have received during our communications or by using the contact form on this website.
What about Travel Insurrance?
- The traveller must purchase your own travel insurance and send proof of this with you when joining my tours.
Health and Dietary Requirements & Medication
- A List will be sent out to you of food allergies and sensitivities.
- You will need to make sure that you have enough medication with you for any conditions that require them to cover you for the days you are here.
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- It is recommended to tip 10-15% preferably in cash or by card as it is expected from USA visitors. It is however not mandatory.
