Immersive -  

• We host our groups in inns and B&Bs that are in the time frame of the writer that we’re exploring.

• We visit the places they lived, worked, loved, and died to connect the writer and the place.

• We spend time together as a group to make these connections in conversation.  

Inspiring -

• Nerds Tour was founded on the principle that being in the space occupied by artists is, in and of itself, inspiring. To imagine them interacting with the same things we do inspires us to imagine them as humans.

• Our small group model allows for inspiring conversations between people of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

• We hope that the tours inspire our guests to seek out more adventures for themselves and to follow a path of life-long learning.  

Interactive -

• Our tours are designed for no more than 12 people each week. This small group approach allows us to become a kind of ensemble, theatre-speak for a group that works together to meet its goals.

• We share a space and many of our meals together. These tours are designed for people who are open to this idea. It’s perfect for introverts who function best in small groups and for extroverts who are excited to meet new people.

• We invite guest experts to visit and join us for food and conversation.  

Tours Now In Development:

1. Literary Dublin - In September, 2025, we will launch our Literary Dublin tour to walk in the footsteps of great novelists, poets, and playwrights. We’ll grabble with the relationship between England and Ireland, and explore the architecture and history of the Easter Rising that started Ireland’s path to freedom. This tour will include at least one creative writing workshop at the Irish Writers Centre in Dublin. We will also explore the natural beauty surrounding Dublin, including Glendalough and Bray. Registration will begin on September 29, 2024.

2. The North of Ireland - In July 2025, we will launch of tour in the North of Ireland that will culminate in full participation in the John Hewitt Summer School in Armagh. The history of the North from Belfast to Derry spans millennia and seems to have involved conflict at every stage. We’ll explore the peace wall and the history of the Troubles in Belfast, visit a Norman castle in Carrickfergus, explore the natural wonder of the Giants Causeway and the Carrick-a-Rede bridge. We’ll travel to Derry and drive through Donegal before heading back through the Glens on our way to the ancient city of Armagh, home to St. Patrick. The John Hewitt International Summer School of Literature, Politics, and the Arts provides opportunities to explore issues of difference, identity and tolerance through literature and creative writing, platforms for debate and discussion on the key political and cultural issues of the day. Participants will have full access to all of the programming and evening events. Students will pursue their own writing at the Summer School with writing workshops through the week. Registration will begin on September 29, 2024.

3. Art and Architecture Tours beginning in Florence - Visit the jewel of the Renaissance and experience an in-depth tour of its history through its art and architecture. We will schedule this tour for the off-season so that we can experience the beauty of the city without the throngs of people during high season. It is possible that we’ll have a day-long tour of the surrounding Tuscan countryside with a tour (and tasting) at a vineyard. That is all being worked out now. Schedule a chat to learn about this tour before it goes public!