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Living Traditions Tour
August 31st to Sept. 10th, 2026

with special guest Leah Song of Rising Appalachia

Only 1 place remaining on the tour

Embark on a captivating 11-day journey with Tara De Róiste and Chris Gambatesa of Wild Routes Ireland & Leah Song of Rising Appalachia. Delve into the heart of Ireland's vibrant cultural heritage through traditional ways of living in relationship with a land where story, craft, and song are woven together. Our adventure will lead us to places steeped in ecological, archaeological, and cultural significance in the western wilds of Ireland. Discover hidden stone circles on secluded hillsides, engage with local artisans in their workshops, wander through ancient forests, and visit islands that are living libraries preserving Ireland’s native language and heritage.

We’ll visit stone carvers and woodworkers, learn about basketry and traditional food preservation techniques, and experience the wild landscapes that make it all possible. Get to know the craftspeople and storytellers keeping the skills and spirit of this enchanted island alive. Living Traditions will weave you into a tapestry of skills, stories, songs and places of kinship with the land and its history. Lose yourself in the rich narratives of ancient folklore, tales of fairy folk, lilting melodies, and the wisdom of generations past while experiencing the myriad of ways these vibrant traditions still thrive. Join us in crafting lasting memories that bridge the gap between past and present, between this world and the other.


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unique & magical landscapes

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medicine making

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storytelling

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botany & foraging walks

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cozy & luxurious accommodation

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crafting

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unique & magical landscapes 〰️ medicine making 〰️ storytelling 〰️ botany & foraging walks 〰️ cozy & luxurious accommodation 〰️ crafting 〰️


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The Details

Living Traditions August 2026 Tour Duration:

  • 11 days, 10 nights

Living Landscapes Tour Cost: We have 3 price tiers (prices listed in euros)

  • Tier #1: First eight places €3900 -

    SOLD OUT

  • Tier #2: Second eight places €4000 -

    SOLD OUT

  • Tier #3: Final eight places €4100 -

    1 SPOT REMAINING

Price includes:

  • Double occupancy lodging with either twin beds or double beds for couples - Solo travelers will be paired with a roommate

  • A limited-number of private rooms are available with additional supplement

  • Three meals a day (except one lunch and one dinner off on your own)

  • All transportation within Ireland

  • All entrance fees

  • Classes and instruction.

 
 

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TARA DE RÓISTE

Tara is an Irish herbalist, a steward of wild lands, cob horses, goats and gardens. She is an ordained Priestess of the Sacred Land through the Coire Sois School of Irish Spirituality and is passionate about the preservation and restoration of culture and heritage on these islands. She is originally from the shores of the Irish Sea in Co. Wexford but now tends land and native woodland in East Clare on them shores of Lough Bridget. She is passionate about facilitating connection between people and the natural world. She has a lifetime interest in the native spirituality of her homeland and in stoking the flames of her indigenous traditions. She believes fervently in connecting others with this deep well of knowledge. After spending many years journeying through the land of Ireland, connecting with the sacred sites, ancient stones, trees and the magical wild places, Tara feels a deep calling to bring others to experience these unique places & the healing they offer us.

CHRIS GAMBATESA

Chris is originally from Ohio but has now made his home on a rural homestead in the Mhúscraí Gaeltacht (Irish speaking region) deep in the wilds of West Cork along the shores of the River Lee. He left the states 32 years ago and has made his home in Ireland for the last 28 years by way of Spain, Finland, Greece, and Hungary. He began his obsession with plants while living in a treehouse for 6 months in an ancient oak woodland in Co. Wicklow 28 years past. He loves growing every kind of medicinal plant he can find seeds for. He’s been touring the island of Ireland relentlessly for last 2 1/2 decades in search of nature, beauty, and the mysteries of this unique land.

 

What happens after you book?

  • Step #1: Submit your booking request & you will get an email with a request to fill out a short waiver and participant questionnaire

  • Step #2: After you have filled those out we will get back to you within 24h with a payment link to easily pay your deposit of €1000

  • Step #3: You will have secured your space and we will keep you in the loop with helpful resources like a packing list, upcoming payment dates, and more so you can get excited about your upcoming trip of a lifetime :)

 

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