Newgrange & The Boyne Valley
by Irish Luxury Day Tours
About This Tour
About the Newgrange & The Boyne Valley
Irish Luxury Day Tours’ Newgrange and Boyne Valley tour covers Ireland’s ancient east in 8 hours: entry to the Neolithic passage tomb at Newgrange, older than Stonehenge, plus the Hill of Tara and Monasterboice. Travel is by luxury coach with a professional guide and Wi-Fi, meeting on Merrion Square North outside the National Gallery. It’s rated 4.9 from 45 reviews.
FAQs
Is Newgrange entry included?
Yes, along with visits to the Hill of Tara and Monasterboice.
Where is the meeting point?
Merrion Square North, Dublin 2, outside the National Gallery of Ireland.
How long is it?
About 8 hours.
Operator: Irish Luxury Day Tours
Duration: 8 h
Area: Dublin
Prices: Luxury Saloon €848, Luxury MPV €1007, Luxury Midi Coach €1176.60
About this tour
Duration: 8 Hours
Age: Minimum 4 years of age
Newgrange & The Boyne Valley
Discover 5,000 years of history in Ireland’s Ancient East with your very own expert private driver/guide and Luxury Vehicle. Travel to the Royal County of Meath for a visit to Ireland’s Ancient East and River Boyne, a place that is rich in myth and lore. Visit the Stoneage neolithic monument and world UNESCO Heritage site at Newgrange, the jewel in the crown of Ireland’s Ancient East.
Newgrange
Newgrange was built by Stone Age farmers, the mound is 85m (279ft) in diameter and 13m (43ft) high, an area of about 1 acre.A passage measuring 19m (62ft) leads into a chamber with 3 alcoves. The passage and chamber are aligned with the rising sun on the mornings around the Winter Solstice. Newgrange is surrounded by 97 large stones called kerbstones some of which are engraved with megalithic art; the most striking is the entrance stone. Access to the Newgrange monument is via the Brú na Bóinne Visitors Centre.
Boyne Valley
The Boyne Valley, Birthplace of Ireland’s Ancient East, is a place steeped in history. Combined with its lush green landscape and magnificent waterways, fantastic food and drink, outdoor adventures and cultural gems, this wealth of heritage makes it a really special destination. Encompassing Co Meath and south Co Louth, the Boyne Valley is a unique holiday destination
Highlights
- Boyne Valley • serene beauty • vast biodiversity • connecting the past with the present.
- Boyne Valley Food • Lunch at some of the region’s best cafes and restaurants • Featuring local cheeses and Charcuterie.
- A visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site at Newgrange
Includes
In-person guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
Bottled water & umbrellas provide
Excludes
- Lunch
- Snacks
Accessibility
Easy – Most travellers can participate.
Meeting Point
Nassau Street, Dublin
Cancellation policy
Customers will receive a full refund or credit with 7 days notice of cancellation. Notice of cancellation/ rebooking can be made via the confirmation email. Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
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Logistics
- Start Location
- Dublin City Centre
- End Location
- Dublin City Centre
- Meeting Point
- Merrion Square North, Dublin 2, outside the National Gallery of Ireland
- Languages
- English
- Operator
- Irish Luxury Day Tours