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Sean P.

O'Rourke

23 years of experience
Galicia
Spain

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Wander with an Appetite!

About

Far from just reading out of tour guide books, Sean O’Rourke has immersed himself in his adopted country (Galicia, Spain) and truly wants you to understand and enjoy its culture. CEO & Co-Founder of EATour Specialist where he personally guides specialized small group historic, gourmet food & wine tours in Galicia.

Recently with his son Tiernan, they have launched a new start-up for tours & experiences related to food, wine, and walking… Eat & Walkabout – Slow Way Food Tours.

Sean is well versed in the various topics covered on the tour such as Celtic Hill-forts and music, the religious pilgrimage to Santiago, Galician-Roman-Celtic history, wine making, wine tasting, Galician modern & traditional cuisine, etc.

Sean’s travels have taken him throughout Europe and Britain extensively. His interest into the Spanish culture has given him the ability to speak fluently in Spanish. Sean would be glad to translate and help with some basic vocabulary while on your vacation in Galicia, Spain. One of Sean’s many pastimes is the study of Ancient Celtic history, Galicia and it’s connection to the other Celtic nations (Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany and Isle of Man) has been his latest project and would love to share with you all the legends and stories of Galicia. Sean is Canadian, but of Scottish & Irish roots and his wife Angie is Galician, their goal is to show visitors an insider’s point of view of “GALICIA, SPAIN’S HIDDEN CELTIC PARADISE”

Tours Offered & Destination Knowledge

Bus ToursCultural/Specialty ToursDriver GuideExperience HostFood & Drink ToursGeneral Walking ToursLocal GuideMulti-Day Tour Director/LeaderPrivate ToursTour Business Owner/Operator

I have been arranging and guiding tours all over Spain & Portugal since 1999. Galicia and Northern Spain are my main destinations but I start trips from other locations that come to the mentioned areas at some point on the tours. I specialize in...

Fun Fact!
I love to EAT too much, so that is why I go on a WALKABOUT!
Hobbies & Interests
Eating, Walking, Wine-Tasting, Hiking

Virtual Tour Experience

Since last March 2020 I have offered to my past clients some virtual cooking demos online. During past 3 months, I have gotten deeper into developed and guiding live virtual tours and cooking demos, now doing at least 3-5 tours a week. I have done live 1-way video with youtube and Facebook as well on other platforms. In addition to 2-way video for private groups on zoom and google meet.

Testimonials

Diana L. (2 March 2021)
Fabulous trip! Stunning views eloquently shared. I loved hearing about the history and see ruins and the views. It put Donon on my list for future travel! Thank you.

Lorna C. (2 March 2021)
What a good job Sean and Tiernan are fit. They shared so much, not just spectacular views, but the fascinating history of Donon. I would have been totally out of breath, so thank you for your enormous effort.

Sharon B. (2 March 2021)
Our second trip with Sean and Tiernan. This is a part of Spain we knew very little about and much impressed with the scenery. A very moody and atmospheric look at the Celtic ruins today - wonderful views! What a find... the archaeology here is! Well done to Tiernan on his overview of the islands in the distance. Lovely visual aids to assist with comprehension of how the site would have looked. Thank you for allowing us to explore your neighbourhood. Look forward to the next tour!

Sarah K. (2 March 2021)
Who knew this amazing Celtic civilization was here?! We have visited megalithic sites elsewhere in Spain, but this is something special. Combined with scenery, and Sean’s interest in wine and food, I´m ready to book in person!

Clodagh W.  (2 March 2021)
Wonderful... What amazing views... Sean was most informative. Brilliant... He took time to explain things and to give us the best views for photographs. I will certainly look for more trips in this area with Sean.

Leslie D. (2 March 2021)
It’s always such a pleasure to take a tour with someone who clearly loves what they are showing you— will look for more from Sean and his son!

Juliana H. (27 February 2021)
My first virtual trip watching a recipe. Every step was clearly explained and the end result looked delicious! Many thanks to both.

Deborah L.  (27 February 2021)
Sean and Angie gave a lovely cake baking class. A typical cake from the region they live in. It looked absolutely delicious so I´ll be trying it at home.

Liz M.(30 March 2021)
I have done several sightseeing trips to date, all are good and in present day circumstances the only safe way to see other places.
However, Sean´s tour was definitely up in the top two I have joined, all guides are good but some make it come to life... with Sean, I felt I was there in person, also, his knowledge was outstanding, I will definitely be joining another of his tours.

Johanne L.(31 March 2021)
He is brilliant - he certainly went the extra mile on this tour - fabulous, sensational. I have visited the city but this tour brought another dimension to it - many thanks.

SALLY A. (31 March 2021)
Very good tour with lots of interesting architecture and history included, especially the pilgrimages. I particularly appreciated Sean giving extra time to fulfill the tour after we were allowed into the cathedral.

Teresa R. (31 March 2021)
I´ve done the French, Old, Silver and Portugues Camino de Santiago and it´s a very special experience. It´s because walking with you by Santiago was very emotional. Thanks!

Doreen B.  (31 March 2021)
I enjoyed Sean’s tour of Santiago and his knowledge about the pilgrims was most interesting. The highlight was entering the cathedral and virtually being inside was very inspiring. Thank you Sean.

Ofelia M. (9 February 2021)
Fabulous tour. Thank you both of you for showing us the amazing Galicia. Looking forward to another tour with you.

Lesley J.(9 February 2021)
Premier league guide - commentary covered history, gastronomy, how people live locally. Commentary was constant which is vital for these tours, I think.

Sue C. (9 February 2021)
Brilliant tour of such a pretty colourful harbour. Sean and his son were wonderful guides.

Evelyn K. (9 February 2021)
A really well-balanced tour of scenery, local fishing industry, buildings, food and history. Sean is extremely lucid and engaging. Good luck to Sean and his son!

Matteo T.  (9 February 2021)
Very good spoken English, informative and easy to understand. He also gave a very good introduction to the area and the context it is in (language, geography, etc)

Details

Gateway Airport(s)

VGO, SCQ, OPO

Licenses

Training

Nationwide Travel College, Vancouver, BC, Canada Degree - Professionals in Travel - Field Of Study Tourism and Travel Services Management - Grade 90% with Honours

Language(s)

English, Spanish

Additional Education

  • Certified Travel Agency & Tour Operator in Spain
  • Member of ASTA, ACTA, WFTA, ATTA

General Availability

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