Newgrange & Boyne Valley Private Tour: Travel Through 5,000 Years

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Newgrange Passage Tomb — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

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 high crosses, including Muiredach’s, a masterpiece of Celtic artistry, before going back in comfort to your hotel.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Newgrange Day Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Admission fees: Admission Tickets to Bru na Boinne Visitor Centre (Newgrange Monument)
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: In-person guide in English

Not included

Not included: Meals

Itinerary

Newgrange

3 hours Admission included

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: Travel time from your pick up location is included in the time spent on this attraction.
Knowth Megalithic Passage Tomb

one hour

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.
Hill of Slane

2 hours

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.
Monasterboice Monastic Site

2 hours

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.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

The Morgan Hotel
The Kingfisher Guesthouse
Judge Darley's Hotel
Home2 Suites by Hilton Dublin City Centre
Old Dubliner Bed and Breakfast
Latchfords Townhouse Of Baggot Street
Hotel St. George
Bedford House & Hall
Citynorth Hotel & Conference Centre
Niche Living Ballsbridge
The Hendrick Dublin Smithfield
Sheldon Park Hotel and Leisure Club

and 246 more pickup points

We will pick you up at your hotel in Counties Dublin, Meath and Louth or at the Dublin Airport or train stations. Drop-off in the location of your choice within those areas. I drive a green Skoda Superb.