From Dublin: Celtic Boyne Valley and Ancient Sites Tour
What your day looks like
Take this tour to explore the Neolithic tombs at Loughcrew, the Iron Age hill at Tara, the 7th-century Christian monastery at Fore Abbey, and the Anglo-Norman castle at Trim. The historically significant Boyne Valley in Meath County, long home to ancient high monarchs, is a stop on this Celtic trip through Ireland's ancestral territories. Next, visit to the Hill of Tara, a holy location and the former home of the high monarchs of ancient Ireland. Discover centuries of history with breathtaking views of the landscape, including the well-known Coronation Stone and An Forradh monument. Experience this 5,000-year-old Boyne Valley gem firsthand. After that, take a tour of Trim fortress, the biggest Anglo-Norman fortress in Ireland with an intriguing past that dates back to the thirteenth century. Discover Trim's vast gardens and three-story massive keep for a tour that will never be forgotten. Take amazing pictures and take in the medieval ambiance of Trim. Following that, we go to Loughcrew, the location of Neolithic passage tombs with complete rock art covering the inside walls that date back more than 5,000 years. After our visit, we will have lunch at a nearby restaurant, where the tastes enhance the area's rich history and add even more value to our experience. Visit Fore Distillery, the site of Saint Fechin's founding of a Christian monastery in the seventh century, lastly. Before it was destroyed twelve times, the settlement was home to 300 monks at its height. Explore the ruins, which include Saint Fechin's Church, which dates back to approximately 900 AD.
The experience, in brief
- Stop at the Loughcrew Passage tomb, the burial site of a legendary High King
- Visit the Hill of Tara, where the High Kings of Ireland were crowned
- Tour Trim Castle, one of Ireland's largest AngloNorman castles
- Explore the ruins of the magnificent Fore Abbey and discover its history
- Capture unforgettable moments at iconic landmarks
- Guided Tasting Experience – Savor a selection of expertly crafted spirits
Your day, step by step
Dublin
Nature Walks at Hill Of Tara.
Trim
Archaeological Exploration at Trim Castle.
Oldcastle
Archaeological Exploration at Loughcrew.
Dublin
Archaeological Exploration.
What to know before booking
Included
- Transportation to and from Dublin - Air-conditioned vehicle and USB ports - Driver/guide - Wifi on board - Entry to Loughcrew - Entry to the Hill of Tara - Abbey Distillery Tour - Entry to Fore Abbey
Not Included
-Meals -Tips -Entry/Admission - Trim Castle (2-3e)
What to Bring
A hill walk is included in this tour. Please bring warm clothing and sturdy walking shoes. What to bring - Comfortable shoes - Sunglasses - Umbrella - Camera - Snacks - Charged Smartphone
Restrictions
Student rate requires a student valid ID
Meeting & Pickup
Please be at the Molly Malone Statue on Suffolk Street, Dublin 2 fifteen minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
What travelers are saying
Well done! Good tour guide!
This tour was amazing. Brita, our guide, was very knowledgeable and very attentive. She listened to everyone and actually had great answers or found the information requested during our tour. This was a very informative and entertaining / scenic tour. I would recommend the tour for anyone interested in history and archeological sights.
This was a very nice tour. Our guide, Brendin (that is probably not correct) was excellent. She went above the standard give you the information dialogue. She was very knowledgeable and very informative. We enjoyed our day with her tremendously.