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Newgrange & Boyne Valley Private Tour: Travel Through 5,000 Years
(23) Reviews
Donore
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Embark on a private luxury tour with Newgrange Day Tours to explore Ireland’s ancient wonders: the passage tombs at Newgrange and Knowth, plus the Hill of Slane and Monasterboice Monastic Site. Travel in comfort in a luxury car while a knowledgeable guide shares fascinating stories, history, and local legends.
Begin at Newgrange and Knowth, UNESCO World Heritage Sites over 5,000 years old—older than Stonehenge and the Pyramids—and uncover the Neolithic people who engineered these remarkable tombs.
Continue to the Hill of Slane, where St. Patrick lit the Paschal Fire, marking the dawn of Christianity in Ireland. Conclude with a visit to the Monasterboice Monastic Site, famed for its soaring...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
In-person guide in English
Lunch
Admission Tickets to Newgrange
Newgrange & Boyne Valley Private Tour: Travel Through 5,000 Years
(23) Reviews
Donore
About
Embark on a private luxury tour with Newgrange Day Tours to explore Ireland’s ancient wonders: the passage tombs at Newgrange and Knowth, plus the Hill of Slane and Monasterboice Monastic Site. Travel in comfort in a luxury car while a knowledgeable guide shares fascinating stories, history, and local legends.
Begin at Newgrange and Knowth, UNESCO World Heritage Sites over 5,000 years old—older than Stonehenge and the Pyramids—and uncover the Neolithic people who engineered these remarkable tombs.
Continue to the Hill of Slane, where St. Patrick lit the Paschal Fire, marking the dawn of Christianity in Ireland. Conclude with a visit to the Monasterboice Monastic Site, famed for its soaring...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
In-person guide in English
Lunch
Admission Tickets to Newgrange
Itinerary
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Newgrange
Newgrange is one of the most important Neolithic sites in the entire world. It was build over 5,000 years ago and predates the Great Pyramids of Giza and Stonehenge.
This is your chance to explore the passageway and inner burial chamber of Newgrange and view the largest collection of megalithic art within Europe.
Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre also offers interactive exhibits, detailed models, and information displays about the Neolithic period in history and explains the significance of these prehistoric monuments.
Note: To skip the queues, we recommend using our concierge service. With this option, we can handle purchasing of your Newgrange admission tickets for you. If you choose to proceed, please contact us us after booking this tour online, and the cost of the tickets will be charged separately. The price per person is €18.
Note 2: Travel time from your pick up location is included in the time spent on this attraction.
3 hours
2
Knowth Megalithic Passage Tomb
Knowth is a prehistoric site renowned for its Neolithic passage tombs. Located in the Brú na Bóinne complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Knowth dates back over 5,000 years. It features a large central mound surrounded by 18 smaller satellite mounds. The main mound contains two passage tombs adorned with intricate megalithic art, including spirals, circles, and other symbolic carvings. These engravings make Knowth a key site for studying ancient European art and culture. Excavations have revealed evidence of continuous use, reflecting its significance through history. Today, it remains a vital link to Ireland’s ancient past.
1 hour
3
Hill of Slane
Located in County Meath, this is a site of profound historical and spiritual significance. According to legend, it was here that St. Patrick lit the Paschal Fire in 433 AD, defying the pagan king at Tara and marking the dawn of Christianity in Ireland. The hill features the ruins of a Franciscan monastery and a 16th-century church, offering a glimpse into Ireland’s rich ecclesiastical past. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding Boyne Valley from its summit. The Hill of Slane is a must-visit destination, blending history, legend, and natural beauty in one remarkable setting.
2 hours
4
Monasterboice Monastic Site
Located in County Louth, this is an early Christian monastic site founded in the late 5th century by St. Buithe, a disciple of St. Patrick. The site thrived as a center of religion and learning until the establishment of nearby Mellifont Abbey in 1142. Monasterboice is renowned for its impressive high crosses, including Muiredach’s High Cross, considered one of the finest examples of Celtic stone carving in Ireland. The site also features a round tower, which once served as a refuge during Viking raids. Today, Monasterboice stands as an important archaeological and historical monument, attracting many visitors.
