You will travel from Dublin to Galway City, visiting the Bru na Bionne UNESCO World Heritage Site, boasting the greatest collection of Neolithic art in Europe that adorns the passage tombs of Newgrange, Dowth, and Knowth, dating to 3200BC.
Visit the Hill of Tara, a site steeped in history and the place where the High Kings of Ireland were inaugurated.
Visit the largest Norman Castle in Ireland at Trim in Co. Meath for a fully guided tour. Discover how the Normans conquered Ireland while exploring this formidable fortress.
Journey through Ireland’s Ancient East before crossing the majestic River Shannon into the West of Ireland.
ITINERARY
Pick up Dublin ( time to be agreed)
Explore the Boyne Valley and marvel at the passage tombs of Newgrange, Dowth, and Knowth (fully guided tour, this must be booked in advance as numbers are restricted, consult guide for details)
Visit the Hill of Tara and view this ancient site associated with the inauguration of the High Kings of Ireland (comfort break and refreshments)
Visit the Norman Castle at Trim Co. Meath for a guided tour
Lunch in the picturesque town of Trim
Option to visit the monastic site at Clonmacnoise ( please consult guide)
Arrive at Galway at 5. 30 pm
MEETING POINT + TOUR DURATION
Meeting Point Options: Cruise Ship Port, Airport, Hotel
Duration: 8 hours
The entrance to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Newgrange is restricted and tickets must be purchased in advance. The itinerary of the tour is subject to the entrance time to the site. Visitors are given time slots and tour lengths vary depending on which tour you wish to take part in. Please consult the guide for details
TRANSPORTATION
Fiver seater luxury sedan with AC
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Guiding Services
- Private Transportation
Other: Professional Guide
Transportation
ESTIMATED LOCAL CASH NEEDED
65 euro – Entrance fees, meals, snacks and drinks
WHAT’S EXTRA
- Personal Expenses
- Souvenirs
- Food, Drinks, Snacks
Other: Tickets for Newgrange must be purchased well in advance to avoid disappointment. I suggest the 2 hour tour in the afternoon with access to the Newgrange Passage Tomb.
RESTRICTIONS
No restrictions
