Boyne Valley Private Day Tours

Private hire tour for a relaxed and personal way to explore Ireland’s historic landscapes in comfort

The Boyne Valley in the heart of Ireland's Ancient East is best known for the UNESCO World Heritage passage tombs at Newgrange and Knowth and the Hill of Tara, the Celtic Royal site. Some of the best Celtic High Crosses in Ireland are at Monasterboice and St. Patrick lit a Paschal fire of the Hill of Slane at the beginning of his missionary work in Ireland.

Personalized service with collection at your hotel or cruise ship by Sedan or Mercedes MPV in the Dublin / Meath / Louth area. Airport collection or drop off can be included as part of the tour.

Take a suggested tour of the Boyne Valley or Wicklow with a private driver/guide or collaborate with us to design a custom Day Tour.

Boyne Valley Suggested Itineraries

Newgrange and the Boyne Valley Tour

  • Brú na Bóinne Visitor Experience - an introduction to the 5,000 year old passage tombs of the Boyne Valley.
  • Visit the megalithic passage tombs at Newgrange and Knowth with the on-site guide. These are UNESCO World Heritage sites so you will be joining others on the official tour.
  • Hill of Slane - where St. Patrick lit the Paschal Fire in 433.
  • Hill of Tara - Seat of the High Kings of Ireland.

Boyne Valley Castles and Abbeys Tour

  • Trim Castle - the largest Anglo-Norman castle in Ireland.
  • Bective Abbey - Cistercian abbey founded in 1147.
  • Slane Castle - the family home of the Conyngham family since the 18th century.
  • Hill of Slane - where St. Patrick lit the Paschal Fire in 433.
  • Mellifont Abbey - Cistercian Abbey founded in 1142.
  • Monasterboice - Early Christian site with round tower and 10th century high crosses.

Meath Megalithic Tour

  • Brú na Bóinne Visitor Experience - an introduction to the 5,000 year old passage tombs of the Boyne Valley.
  • Visit the megalithic passage tombs at Newgrange and Knowth with the on-site guide. These are UNESCO World Heritage sites so you will be joining others on the official tour.
  • Dowth megalithic passage tomb which has not been excavated or restored.
  • Fourknocks - Off the beaten track megalithic passage tomb.
Newgrange Megalithic Passage Tomb in the Boyne Valley
Newgrange Megalithic Passage Tomb which is over 5,000 years old

Wicklow Suggested Itineraries

Glendalough and Scenic Wicklow Tour

  • Sally Gap scenic mountain drive crossing the bridge from the 'P.S. I Love You' movie.
  • Lough Tay also known as the Guinness Lake.
  • Glendalough monastic settlement founded in the 6th century by St Kevin.
  • Avoca Handweavers - cafe and craft shop.
  • Avoca Village - Location for TV series Ballykissangel.
  • Coastal drive back to Dublin via Killiney and Dalkey.

Wicklow Gardens and Scenery Tour

  • Powerscourt Estate and landscaped gardens occupying 19 hectares (47 acres).
  • Sally Gap scenic mountain drive crossing the bridge from the 'P.S. I Love You' movie.
  • Lough Tay also known as the Guinness Lake.
  • Kilmacurragh Botanic Gardens with rare trees and shrubs dating back to the 18th century.
  • Coastal drive back to Dublin via Killiney and Dalkey.

Pricing

Total tour price is 675 euro plus booking fees for up to 6 guests, the price is per vehicle, not per person. Admission fees and meals are not included in the tour price. A tour can be extended beyond the standard 8 hours at an hourly rate.