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Derry Blue Badge Guide

30 Norburgh Park, Derry BT48 0RQ, Northern Ireland
(0044) 7743175709
Ranked #3 of 11 tours in Derry
5.0 of 5 stars 29 Reviews
Type: Tours
Owner description: Michael Cooper from derrybluebadgeguide.com offers fantastic guided tours of Derry and the wider north of Ireland which are great value and extremely...... more » Owner description: Michael Cooper from derrybluebadgeguide.com offers fantastic guided tours of Derry and the wider north of Ireland which are great value and extremely informative. He is the only Blue Badge guide in Derry-Blue Badge guides are the most highly qualified guides available in the guiding industry. Michaels tours are available on foo on foot or in his car which is covered for private hire. He also runs the Free Derry Tours project which explains the Troubles in detail. A tour of the Giants Causeway with Michael is only £100 for up to four people which is remarkable value compared to other guiding companies. This tour includes the Carrick-a-rede ropebridge, the Giants Causeway as well as photostops at the Dunluce castle, Bushmills distillery and the Donwhill beach beside the Mussenden Temple. For those with less time there is also a half day tour available for £70. He also offers tours to Belfast, Armagh, the Sperrins as well as trips to Inishowen, the Donegal Highlands, Arranmore island and much more. « less
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JB K
Strasbourg, France
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012

It was a very good experience with a talented adviser. Indeed, at the beginin we planed to go in another place, but we followed the advices of mickael and decided to visit Glenveagh National Park and Castle. He is a a grown person, and know a lot about the culture of many things. It was very nice ! More

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Felice G
Derry, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012

A few hours spent through Donegal by car with a tour guide driver who explains you history and main features of the green hills and landscapes. 2 stops: first at Glenveagh National Park where you can walk through the park along the river up to the impressive castle and its gardens (a fee is due to visit rooms); then stop... More

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Escape_From_SF
San Francisco, CA
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2011

I booked Michael Cooper as my guide in Sept 2010, but TA won't let me pick a date that far back (chronic procrastinator). I was staying in a self-catered apartment in Derry for 3 days and wanted to take a quick trip to the Giants Causeway. Having a solo guide was a bit of a splurge for me, but really... More

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veronica b
Dublin, Ireland
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 December 2011

done this tour last month and found it good value for money, it tells the political history well from a republican point of view More

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Helen Z
Ottawa, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2011

Michael Cooper was a terrific tour guide and added immensely to our trip. He is a skilled driver and we appreciated the sites he chose and the historical knowledge he shared as well as the political insights. Would highly recommend his services as a guide. Thanks Michael More

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CarolynJBrown
Ottawa, Canada
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 September 2011

We hired Michael for a day trip from Derry to the north coast, including a castle, a beach, Giant's Causeway and Bushmill's Distillery. Our motley crew of a 78-year-old, an 11-year-old and two middle-aged sisters had a wonderful day thanks to Michael. Not only does Michael carry on the Irish raconteur tradition with stories funny or fantastic, he knows the... More

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M M
Collingwood, Canada
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 September 2011

We were part of a group of six adults who did an all-day tour of Northern Ireland's Antrim Coast with Michael as our driver/guide. He is very knowledgable about Ireland and its history, and it was a very enjoyable and informative trip. Michael could answer almost any question one might ask and his vehicle was quite comfortable for the six... More

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perua3
Macon, Georgia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 September 2011

Our one day trip from Derry to the Giant's Causeway with many interesting stops in between was one of the highlights of our 30 day trip to the UK and Ireland. It is impossible to not have strong opinions in Northern Ireland, but he was forthright and extremely knowledgeable about the history of this region both recent and distant. This... More

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Stephan015
Etten-Leur, The Netherlands
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 July 2011
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Visiting the north, I always take Michael on board for a trip through Belfast en Derry. Very good information and stories about the sights and the history. First week of august, the next tour, and Michael is already booked for the days we visit Derry and Belfast. Stephan coachdriver / tourleader the Netherlands More

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gill56Martinsburg_WV
Martinsburg, WV
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2011

We just returned from a two week adventure to Ireland with family. While in Northern Ireland, we stayed in a self catering in Derry and hired Michael for three daily tours. He worked tirelessly with us to make sure that we went to the places that were important to us, and saw the most beautiful scenery. He hunted for out... More

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