About us
Why Kleemann?
Our many years of experience and knowledge allow us to lend your tour that very special personal touch. With us, your customers will have the opportunity to get off the beaten track, meet the locals, savour the regional specialities and discover a true sense of place.
We know our destinations inside out – where to get the best Irish Coffee, where to find the best views in the Highlands, at which time of year Cornwall is at its best! We have been on the ground here in Co. Meath – around 40 minutes from Dublin – for the last 30 years and of course we visit our destinations regularly and can stand over the quality of our services.
Our expertise allows us to create authentic tours, full of lifetime experiences. Most of our team have been with us for over 10 years, so you can be assured that you are in the best of hands with Kleemann!
We look forward to welcoming you!
Your Kleemann Team
In Summary
- We are ‚on the ground’, located just outside of Dublin
- We know and work closely with our hotels, guides and visitor attractions
- We organise your complete package
- We are always available for personal consultations
- We are experts – we know our destinations inside out
- We speak German, English and French
Our Team
John Waldron
John has worked in the Tourism Sector for over 30 years. He was previously Managing Director of Irish Welcome Tours and Best Western Hotels. John has been at the helm of Kleemann Tours since September 2018. When not working John can be found chasing a little white ball around a big field or - as he prefers to call it - Golfing!
John Waldron
Managing Director
Claire Kennedy
Claire is our Ireland Tours Manager and has been a member of the Kleemann Team since 1997. Her wealth of tourism experience and specialised knowledge of Ireland ensure seamless organisation of tours which are tailored expertly to fit your requirements.
Claire Kennedy
Tours Manager
Celine Bui
Céline joined Kleemann Tours in March 2019 as Sales Manager for the French speaking markets. With over 15 years’ experience in the tourism industry, she is highly knowledgeable on the destinations Ireland, Scotland and England and brings longstanding expertise to the creation and execution of your tour programmes.
Celine Bui
Sales Manager
Rudi Kleemann
Rudi realised his dream when he combined his passion for travel and his love of Ireland by moving here and founding Kleemann Tours in 1990. The company has grown over the years but has always kept the personal touch that has defined us since our beginnings.
Rudi Kleemann
Founder
Alison Groves
Alison joined Kleemann Tours in May 2022, having worked for many years as Director of Contracting and previously of Operations of Irish Welcome Tours. A qualified national tourist guide, fluent in English, Irish, French & German. When not dreaming up exciting programmes or managing groups on the ground, she spends her time hiking the beaches and mountain trails near her home in West Kerry.
Alison Groves
Tours Manager
Gavin Cahill
Gavin is long term member of the Kleemann Team having started in 2002. Gavin is our expert on everything Scotland. A real multitasker Gavin can manage Groups, Incentives, FIT’s and Sales tasks.
Gavin is fluent in English and German. Although a born and bred Dubliner, when not working Gavin enjoys spending time with his young family in his favourite holiday destination, Glenbeigh, Kerry.
Gavin Cahill
Tours Manager
Wolfgang Lolies
Wolfgang worked as a tour guide on the island of Ireland for over 20 years, specializing in serving guests with high expectations. During this time, he researched Ireland's history, culture and contemporary Irish life in great detail. He is an expert when it comes to Ireland for visitors. Wolfgang heads up our FIT department and some Sales & Marketing roles.
Wolfgang Lolies
Tours Manager
Svetlana Frolova
Svetlana, a senior consultant in the FIT section, joined Kleemann Tours in December 2022. With extensive tour guide experience, she specializes in personalized private tours of Ireland. Her deep knowledge ensures unforgettable cultural, culinary, and adventure-filled experiences. Beyond work, Svetlana enjoys swimming in the Atlantic, reading, and honing her culinary skills. Her passion and dedication make her an invaluable asset, delivering exceptional service for extraordinary journeys at Kleemann Tours.
Svetlana Frolova
Tours Manager
