Travel through mystical Celtic Ireland on this full-day bus tour from Dublin! In the company of an expert guide, journey back in time to Boyne Valley, home of the Hill of Tara and the Neolithic tombs of Newgrange (UNESCO site). Afterwards, stop in the town of Howth, a beautiful Dublin Bay fishing village, for a taste of Irish culture that dates back to the Viking Era.
Friendly and experienced local guide
Nine-hour tour from Dublin to Newgrange and Hill of Tara
Go back in time to the seat of the High Kings of Ireland at the Hill of Tara.
Guided tour of the Neolithic tombs at Newgrange (a UNESCO site)
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Full guided tour in English with a local expert
Newgrange Tomb admission!
Hill of Tara
Howth village
WI-FI on board
Exclusions
Hotel pickup and drop off
Optional gratuities
Food & beverages
Departure & Return
Departure point
Dublin Visitor Centre - 17 Lower O'Connell Street
Departure Time
9:00 AM, check-in 15 minutes earlier
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
What To Expect
Your journey through ancient Ireland begins bright and early at Lower O'Connell Street in Dublin, where you'll embark en coach to Boyne Valley. Be sure to grab your own breakfast to enjoy for the trip through the Irish countryside and the County of Meath. Your first stop is the Hill of Tara, one of Ireland's most prized relics of spiritual and political heritage. Used as far back as the Stone Age for rituals and festivals, the Hill of Tara is revered as the ceremonial seat of the Celtic High Kings from the 1st-century AD through to the 1100s. Its continued political significance stretches to the turn of the 19th century, when it became a battle site for the Irish Revolution. Explore some of the ancient monuments before continuing on to Newgrange. The UNESCO World heritage site of Newgrange dates back to 3200 BC "“ preceding Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids! Follow your guide into the cairn to tour the passage tomb, where you'll witness mystical Neolithic stone carvings and "˜basin stones' that once held sacred human remains. Before heading back to Dublin, your coach will stop in the picturesque coastal village of Howth. Enjoy sweeping views of Dublin Bay "“ spotted with colorful fishing boats "“ and see more impressive Viking-Era monuments. Your 8.5-hour tour returns to the starting point on Lower O'Connell Street in late-afternoon.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Special dates 29-30 MARCH 2019
Operates in all weather conditions: MON-TUE-FRI-SAT (APR-OCT)
A moderate amount of walking is involved
It is recommended that you wear comfortable footwear and bring a jacket
coat
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel within 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is 100 percent cancellation fee