Celtic Heritage Day Trip from Dublin
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Hill of Tara, ancient seat of Irish kings
- Visit Trim Castle, Ireland's largest Anglo-Norman castle
- Discover 6,000-year-old petroglyphs at Loughcrew Cairns
- Enjoy a tasting at Fore Distillery
- Explore the 7th-century Fore Abbey
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Air-conditioned transportation with USB ports
- Driver/guide
- Round-trip transportation from Dublin
- Wi-Fi on board
- Lunch
- Entry to Trim Castle
- Gratuities
Itinerary
We will meet in front of the Molly Malone statue on Suffolk Street. Our exciting day tour will begin by travelling through Ireland's terrain. Before leaving you’ll meet your fun-loving and knowledgeable tour guide and your fellow travel companions! *PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE MEETING POINT 10 MIN BEFORE THE APPOINTED TIME*
Next, pay a visit to the Hill of Tara, a holy location and the former home of the high monarchs of ancient Ireland. Discover centuries of history with breathtaking views of the landscape, including the well-known Coronation Stone and An Forradh monument. Experience this 5,000-year-old Boyne Valley gem firsthand.
A drive across the Irish countryside wouldn't be the same without passing through verdant, scenic areas. We go to the town of Trim, which is home to a striking and well-preserved Anglo-Norman castle, through stunning scenery. Ireland's largest castle of its kind is Trim Castle. You will have opportunity to stroll about the expansive grounds and castle. This is a great chance to take a picture. You will learn about the background of this intriguing castle and the neighbourhood from your guide.
After that, we go to Loughcrew, the location of Neolithic passage tombs with complete rock art covering the inside walls that date back more than 5,000 years. After our visit, we will have lunch at a nearby restaurant, where the tastes enhance the area's rich history and add even more value to our experience.
Is delighted to invite you behind the scenes for an exclusive look at the craftsmanship behind Fore Valley spirits. Experience the art of distillation, where you can immerse yourself in the rich history of this remarkable location. For those who wish to extend their visit, a delightful lunch option is available (not included)
Finally, visit Fore Abbey, the site of Saint Fechin's founding of a Christian monastery in the seventh century, lastly. Before it was destroyed twelve times, the settlement was home to 300 monks at its height. Explore the ruins, which include Saint Fechin's Church, which dates back to approximately 900 AD.
We will return to Dublin reminiscing about the day's activities, the memorable scenery, and with stories to tell about our experiences!
Meeting point
Start Location
Molly Malone Statue, Suffolk Street, Dublin 2, Ireland
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
- Infants must sit on laps during the journey.
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a light jacket or sweater, as weather conditions can change.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the day.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
- Breaks will be taken at service stations in road, where you can buy food and use the toilet facilities.
Traveler reviews
Amazing castles and abbeys
If you love ancient castles and abbeys, this is your tour. And climbing to the top to see the Passage Tombs was incredible. Our guide Tom took excellent care of us. Liked the tour so much we booked their Blarney Castle tour for later this week
Bobo was an excellent...
Bobo was an excellent tour guide He was entertaining the whole time It was great to see the history of the area
Scenic Ireland, Poorly Delivered
I was really looking forward to this road trip. While the bad weather was beyond the tour company’s control, everything else was not. The tour guide’s sense of humor came across as crass, and he repeated the same very basic historical information throughout the trip. Trim Castle was closed, so we couldn’t go inside—something the tour company should have verified in advance before including it in the itinerary. Additionally, the guide’s driving felt unsafe at times. He drove too fast, didn’t always follow traffic rules, and even sped over a bump hard enough that we were all holding on to our seats. The lunch was mediocre and not worth the cost. Overall, this was not the experience I had hoped for.
Phillip was phantastic.
There is a bit of walking on uneven ground. Walking sticks and water should be added to recommended things to bring.
Not to be missed
Visit well organized and managed; tour leader prepared and professional; beautiful experience.