Next Tour: 2nd-9th October 2026
Ireland’s Hidden Heritage at Temple House
Slow Travel. Deep Heritage. Real Ireland
Spend a week exploring the hidden heritage of Ireland’s North West, from ancient landscapes to sacred places. Along the way you will meet local craftspeople, hear the region’s stories and discover layers of history often missed by most travelers.
Your base for the week is Temple House Estate, a 300-year-old lakeside manor set within historic landscape, including the ruins of a 13th-century castle once associated with the Knights Templar.
Guided by a local host, the days unfold at a relaxed pace, exploring landscapes, heritage, craft and culture while enjoying meaningful experiences and lasting memories.
Guided by Local Insight
Local knowledge opens doors to places and stories most visitors never encounter. With the planning taken care of, you are free to experience what really matters: the landscape, the history and the quiet joy of being fully present in Ireland.
Ireland's Hidden Heritage
Explore the North West’s quiet corners, ancient landscapes and lesser-known sites. Sligo holds one of Ireland’s richest concentrations of prehistoric monuments and Celtic history, where every hill, stone and shoreline has a story to tell.
Each Week Unfolds Naturally
No two weeks are ever the same. Instead of a fixed day-by-day itinerary, each day evolves with the group, the weather and the moment, creating a relaxed experience with space for spontaneity and discovery
Where We Stay
Unpack once. Stay seven nights in one historic estate.
Your home for the week is Temple House, a peaceful 300-year-old manor set within a 1,000-acre private estate of woodland, lake and castle ruins.
With no changing hotels, you can slow down, settle in and enjoy a calm, character-filled base for exploring the landscapes and heritage of Ireland’s North West
Meeting Local Makers
Meeting the makers of the North West
Across the North West you will meet craftspeople whose work is shaped by the landscape around them. From wood turners to ceramic artists, these studio visits reveal the skill, creativity and traditions that continue to shape Irish culture today.
Signature Evenings
Good company and a relaxed atmosphere
As the week unfolds, evenings often become some of the most memorable moments. From Yeats talks to relaxed firepit gatherings and the occasional fireworks, these simple experiences happen naturally as the group settles in and enjoys time together
