Ireland · BOYNE VALLEY AND ANCIENT IRELAND
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The 15 boyne valley tours that come first, in order, with what each one costs, how long it runs, and the kind of traveller it suits. Start at the top; it is there for a reason.
Celtic Boyne Valley day trip from Dublin: Tara, Trim Castle, Loughcrew passage tombs, Fore Distillery and Fore Abbey. Great guide.
“This was one of the best tours I have ever been on. It’s a must do in my opinion. Alec was very informative and gave a breadth of facts that left me feeling well informed.”
Dublin day trip to Newgrange and Bru na Boinne with skip-the-queue entry, plus the Battle of the Boyne center and Monasterboice.
“is incredoble. mick is so efficient. such a wonderful day !notaire to improve. mac”
Full-day bus tour from Dublin to Tara, Trim Castle, Loughcrew Cairns, Fore Abbey, and Fore Distillery with a guided spirits tasting.
“Absolutely fantastic tour. Our guide (Brendan) was wonderful. Best stops, in my opinion, were Trim Castle and Loughcrew.”
Small-group Dublin day trip to Newgrange and Monasterboice, with round-trip coach and included UNESCO entry fees in the Boyne Valley.
“Our guide Kevin was great. It was a great way to see the Boyne Valley sites. Couldn't see Knowth cause it's not open in the winter.”
Half-day private Boyne Valley tour from Dublin for up to 4, with a local guide, UNESCO Newgrange planning, Tara, and optional ancient tombs.
“Jerry was above and beyond fantastic! He was warm, kind, and informative. This is not completely private tour, though.”
Private 8-hour guided tour from Dublin to Hill of Tara, Loughcrew Cairns, Dowth and Fourknocks, with free admissions and pickup.
“We were initially looking at seeing New Grange, but were told it was a tourist nightmare. I found the tour with Michael Foxx, and we were able to see several other passage tombs privately instead. Michael is very knowledgeable and professional and defiantly made it worth it.”
Private 6-hour tour from Dublin covering Newgrange, Hill of Tara, and optional Four Knocks and Slane, with pickup and flexible time.
“Great tour and guide we had a wonderful time. Lots of interesting information about this being country”
Private luxury tour from Dublin to Newgrange, Tara, and nearby sacred sites, with flexible stops and a Howth lunch for up to 3.
“Miriam, our tour guide, was just lovely. We had several stops and learned so much about the history and culture. The actual tour of New Grange was fascinating.”
Private day trip from Dublin to Hill of Tara, Trim Castle, and Bective Abbey, with guided stops, picnic treats, and pickup.
“This tour was the perfect itinerary! Tara Hill is fascinating, and our guide Diana was very knowledgeable, I enjoyed chatting with her about the area’s ancient history. The pic nic stop at Bective Abbey was such a charming treat- and seeing Trim Castle is just amazing! We had a good amount of time at each stop to really enjoy everything, and Diana was very accommodating… Thank you for a perfect day!”
Join beginner set-dancing in County Clare, led by Louise OConnor with live fiddle tunes. 90 minutes, small group, great value.
“I had an amazing time at Louise's classes. It's so good that I keep coming back for more. The atmosphere is friendly and inclusive. Everyone is smiling and having fun. Such great vibes. We are all friends by the end of the night. I would definitely recommend.”
A private 8-hour heritage day from Dublin: Loughcrew Cairns, Fore Abbey, distillery tastings in Fore, and Kells.
“Diana customized our day to our interests in sites with ancient healing plants and energy. She shared stories and facts about each area we visited that helped us see the life of the ancestors. It was a magical day for our group brought to us by Diana's thoughtful planning and guidance. We visited Beckive Abbey, Tara, Louchcrew and Kells.”
Private Jaguar tour from Dublin through the Boyne Valley, hitting Hill of Tara, Slane, Bective Abbey, Trim Castle, and more with a flexible guide.
“Owen took us around to various sites outside of Dublin during a cold and drizzly day but we still had a great time. We visited a couple monasteries, the Hill of Tara, Trim Castle, and a few other places. We also grabbed a quick bite at a small bakery with outstanding pastrieRead more”
Celtic landmarks day trip from Dublin with a Spanish-speaking guide, minibus transport, Loughcrew, Trim Castle, Tara, and more.
“Juan was our Guide and driver very good and close. Recommended!”
Private 6-hour Boyne Valley and Trim Castle tour with hotel pickup, UNESCO Newgrange access, Hill of Tara, Braveheart sights, and afternoon tea.
“Although it was a damp and rainy very rainy day, Brian suggested we switch our tour to Wicklow Mountain National Park with a stop at Powerscourt and Guinness Lake. It turned out to be an excellent day culminated with a fine bowl of Irish Stew at Wicklow Hearthstone Restaurant.”
Private 8-hour Boyne Valley, Hill of Tara, and Trim Castle day tour from Dublin with pickup, UNESCO monuments, flexible planning, and tea.
“Brian is an A+ tour guide. He’s very communicative and flexible to ensure we had the best experience. Although we were too late to get New Grange tickets, he made sure we still got to see it from the outside along with the sister sites. We also substituted Loughcrew and it was amazing! Thoroughly enjoyed the Boyne Valley - many thanks to Brian sharing his love of the area.”
