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Italy
3 journeys · 2026 & 2027
Explore Italy 2027
Music · Whiskey · Landscape
Ireland
2 journeys · 2027
Explore Ireland 2027

Your 2027 European Dream

Whether you're chasing the heritage of the Emerald Isle or the history of the Eternal City — we handle the details so you can focus on the memories.

Italy Journeys · 2026 & 2027

La Dolce Vita, Curated

From Tuscan hilltops to the Amalfi Coast — intimate journeys built around great food, world-class wine, and the kind of moments you can't plan.

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Destinations

Florence, Siena, Amalfi Coast, Positano, Capri, Rome & the Tuscan countryside

Experiences

Vineyard tastings, local market walks, long seaside dinners — the kind of experiences you'd never find in a guidebook.

Travel Style

Intimate by design, never rushed, always authentic.

Our Italy Journeys

The original Tuscan experience, rooted in the magnificent city of Florence and the rolling Tuscan hills.

Dates:
October 26 to November 2, 2026

What it feels like:
Waking up to the Tuscan hills, lunching in a vineyard, and wandering medieval streets as the golden hour turns everything amber.

Highlights:

  • Siena & San Gimignano
  • Florence, the David & the Renaissance
  • Afternoons in Tuscan vineyards

Travel style:
Thoughtfully paced, personally guided, always memorable.

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The Tuscan Edition October 2026

A journey through the Amalfi Coast, Capri, Pompeii, and the timeless wonders of Rome.

Dates:
April 19 to 26, 2027

What it feels like:
Sunlit coastal drives, long seaside dinners, and ancient places where history still breathes.

Highlights:

  • The Amalfi Coast & Positano
  • Capri Island Escape
  • The Colosseum & Ancient Rome

Travel style:
Beautifully paced days, balancing culture, scenery, and time to enjoy it all.

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South of Italy Amalfi Coast and Rome April 2027

The original Tuscan experience, rooted in the magnificent city of Florence and the rolling Tuscan hills.

Dates:
October 25 to November 1, 2027

What it feels like:
Waking up to the Tuscan hills, lunching in a vineyard, and wandering medieval streets as the golden hour turns everything amber.

Highlights:

  • Siena & San Gimignano
  • Florence, the David & the Renaissance
  • Afternoons in Tuscan vineyards

Travel style:
Thoughtfully paced, personally guided, always memorable.

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The Tuscan Edition October 2027
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Ireland Journeys · 2027

The Heart of Ireland

Wild Atlantic coastlines, unforgettable Irish music sessions, and exceptional whiskey with the people who know it best. Shared by Shane Hayes, through the Ireland he grew up in and still calls home.

Limited places available

Destinations

The Wild Atlantic Way, welcoming towns, hidden gems, and some of Ireland's most unforgettable places.

Experiences

Unforgettable Irish music, whiskey rich in story, fireside evenings, and rugged coastal drives.

Travel Style

Immersive and unhurried, guided by someone who knows Ireland as home.

Our Ireland Journeys

A journey through Northern Ireland and Donegal shaped by wild coastlines, unforgettable music, and exceptional whiskey experiences.

Dates:
April 11 to 18, 2027

What it feels like:
Sea air, harbour towns, unforgettable music, great whiskey, and evenings full of warmth and story.

Highlights:

  • The Causeway Coast & Northern Shores
  • Donegal's wild beauty & Gaelic spirit
  • Music, whiskey & unforgettable evenings

Travel style:
Immersive and beautifully paced, with local insight and time to truly enjoy each place.

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Heart of Ireland Northern Ireland and Donegal April 2027

A journey along the Wild Atlantic Way shaped by breathtaking scenery, unforgettable music, welcoming towns, and exceptional whiskey.

Dates:
October 17 to 24, 2027

What it feels like:
Atlantic views, lively Irish music, warm fireside evenings, and a slower rhythm that lets Ireland truly sink in.

Highlights:

  • The Wild Atlantic Way at its finest
  • Unforgettable Irish music sessions
  • Whiskey rich in story and character

Travel style:
Beautifully paced travel blending scenic beauty, local character, and time to enjoy it all.

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Heart of Ireland Wild Atlantic Way October 2027

A bilingual French & English journey through Dublin, Achill Island, the wild landscapes of Connemara, Galway, and the Cliffs of Moher — guided throughout by Shane Hayes.

Dates:
May 3 to 9, 2027

What it feels like:
Atlantic light, ancient bogs, legendary pubs and music sessions — Ireland at its most authentic, shared in two languages.

Highlights:

  • Connemara & Kylemore Abbey
  • Achill Island Distillery & Matt Molloy's
  • Galway, the Burren & Cliffs of Moher

Language: Bilingual French & English throughout.

Travel style: Immersive and unhurried, guided by someone who knows Ireland as home.

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Cœur de l'Irlande — Connemara May 2027
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Why Travel With Mr Tour Guy

The difference is in the details

Whichever journey you choose — Ireland or Italy — you'll enjoy the same exceptional standard of care, craftsmanship, and unforgettable experiences.

Great Company Guaranteed

One coach of like-minded travellers who love food, music, culture, and adventure. Arrive as strangers, leave as friends.

Local Experts

Meet musicians, makers, and local characters who share the spirit of their place through stories only locals know.

Carefully Curated

The places you'd hope to find and the ones you never would. All handpicked by Shane Hayes.

Led by Experience

Born in Ireland, based in Italy, and shaped by fifteen years touring America, Shane shares both countries through a life lived inside them.

From Our Guests

What Our Guests Say

Stories, memories, and kind words from past guests.

"

We felt truly blessed to be part of the inaugural Tuscany tour with Mr Tour Guy, and it was an unforgettable experience.

Upon arrival from Rome, we were warmly greeted at the train station, and everything was handled with impeccable professionalism. They arranged spectacular dinners and tours with a personal touch that left us in awe. Working with Shane and Luca was an absolute delight. We would 100% travel with them again.

Julie Leopold
Des Moines, IA
The Tuscan Edition, 2025
"

I would say that we trusted you and valued your opinion and direction. You have not let us down or even disappointed us at any time.

I would recommend you to friends and family to tour both the beautiful island of Ireland and now the amazing sights of Italy. Your generosity, kindness, attention to detail, your desire to show the very best of places, and your way to make everyone feel seen and valued was commendable.

Robyn Graham
Nashville, TN
The Tuscan Edition, 2025
"

We just finished our Italian tour of Tuscany with Mr Tour Guy. Many tours offer access to the amazing history, architecture and cuisine of Italy. Only Mr Tour Guy combines these things with loads of fun and laughs, along with some musical surprises! We loved our Italian experience with Mr Tour Guy!

Mark Buyle
Kansas City, MO
The Tuscan Edition, 2025
"

What an AMAZING trip to Ireland and Italy it was! We really feel like we've gotten a very broad introduction to the Italian culture in such a fun and personal way. From the marvels of Rome to the incomparable sights, sounds, smells and tastes of the Amalfi Coast I can't imagine a better trip! We LOVE touring with Mr. Tour Guy! And Ireland? Well, at this point Ireland feels like home. We couldn't love it (or the people in it) any more.

Deb Shepek
Manhattan, KS
Ireland & Italy, April 2026
"

This was our second tour of Italy with Mr. Tour Guy. We thought the first Tuscany tour was good but somehow Shane managed to make this second tour of the Amalfi Coast and Rome even better. First class hotels, comfortable daily transportation and the guides were outstanding. On both tours we were made to feel like family. We highly recommend that you experience a tour with Mr. Tour Guy.

Matt & Marianne DiMarco
Boston, MA
South of Italy — Amalfi Coast & Rome, April 2026
"

I had so much fun I bought my son a Co. Clare GAA jersey even though my ancestors are from Co. Cork. Up the Banner!

Whitney Broussard
San Francisco, CA
Heart of Ireland — Wild Atlantic Way, April 2026
"

Uisce Beatha — the "Water of Life" — flows throughout Ireland. Mr Tour Guy, aka Shane Hayes, lets you experience Irish whiskey in a unique and interactive way. But that's not all!

This tour is for anyone wanting to truly experience the beautiful life and landscape of Ireland. Shane gives you a wonderful balance of Ireland scenery, traditional music, food experiences, the opportunity to make new friends and, of course, a new appreciation for Irish whiskey. As a premiere musician in his own right, his connections in the traditional Irish music scene allow you to experience musical sessions every day of the tour. My wife and I have been on several Mr. Tour Guy and Wild Atlantic Music Tours in the last few years, including one private tour they arranged for us for 30 of our closest family and friends. We keep coming back, each time bringing more friends with us. Why? Because the comment we most often hear from our friends is, "Why didn't you tell us we would have the time of our lives?" Now you're in on our secret! Slainte!

Whiskey Steve — Steve Shepek
Manhattan, KS
Heart of Ireland — Wild Atlantic Way, April 2026
"

Southern Italy and Rome was our second trip with Mr Tour Guy. I didn't think this trip could be any better than our Tuscany trip with him, but he definitely delivered a perfect trip.

The hotel in Vico Equense was in a beautiful location — we could walk out of our room onto the pool deck to enjoy the view of the sea. The guides he arranged were locals that knew their respective cities very well. I was apprehensive about the walk up Mount Vesuvius, but Shane stayed with me to make sure I made it to the top and back down safely. My granddaughter has several food allergies, and he gladly made accommodations for her. I highly recommend taking a trip with Mr Tour Guy. It's a perfect mix of guided tours and free time to explore on your own. We've already booked his Northern Ireland and Donegal tour for April 2027.

Claudia Ellerman
Wichita, KS
Amalfi Coast & Rome, April 2026
"

Taking a tour with Shane is like being with family. He makes sure that everything is taken care of and has good resources to ensure your tour is a good experience. You will not meet a nicer individual who truly cares about you. The tours have a great balance of sightseeing, food experiences, personal time and the opportunity to make new friends. I have been on a number of Shane's tours and brought along friends and family. They all say they've had the trip of a lifetime. I can't think of a better endorsement than that!

Steve Shepek
Manhattan, KS
Amalfi Coast & Rome, April 2026
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