Private Tour
History & Heritage Tour: Kells, Trim, Loughcrew, Fore, Distillery
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Looking for a memorable day trip from Dublin? This private guided tour to County Meath—Ireland’s Middle Kingdom—is ideal for travelers short on time who want to explore history, ancient sites and stunning countryside in one day.
Start with pickup from your Dublin hotel and head into Ireland’s Ancient East with your expert local guide. Enjoy a relaxed drive through County Meath as your guide shares fascinating stories that bring the landscape to life.
Tour highlights include:
-The Loughcrew Cairns, Neolithic passage tombs older than Newgrange
-A tour and tasting at a local Irish whiskey distillery
-The 12th-century monastic ruins of Fore Abbey
-The Norman stronghold of Trim Castle or the heritage town of Kells, linked to the Book of Kells
This private day tour from Dublin is fully customisable to match your interests.
Escape the city and immerse yourself in the authentic charm of Ireland’s past and present on this flexible, story-rich experience.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Loughcrew Cairns
Go back in time and touch upon ancient history of one of the largest prehistoric sites in Ireland - Loughcrew Cairns - passage tombs that neolithic people built almost 6000 years ago. Do a short walk up the hill and get guided around “the most extraordinary collection of archaic monuments to be found in Ireland”. Take some time to enjoy the wonderful panoramic view on 18 Irish counties on a clear day.
Fore Abbey
Explore legendary Fore Abbey, standing in the dramatic landscape of the Valley, the story of St Feichín and The Seven Wonders of Fore (including The Stone Raised, The Mill without the Stream, The Water that flows uphill, The Tree that will not burn and others). Take a short walk and main features of Irish countryside and rural Ireland - fields with dry stone walls, cows and sheep, beehives and more.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Distillery tour (€15 pp)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private LuxuryTour for 4-6 ppl
Toyota Alphard Luxury Vehicle: Experience ultimate comfort and style in our luxury Toyota Alphard, where every journey is smooth, spacious and stress-free.
Pickup included
Trim Castle Option
Trim Castle: As an alternative, instead of going to Kells, we can finish the tour by stopping at the largest Anglo-Norman Castle in Trim
Duration: 2 hours
Pickup included
Mysterious Middle Kingdom & Local Distillery Day Tour from Dublin
Pickup included
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great way to connect to Irelands historic sites.
Erinaki,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I loved that the whole experience was not rushed, and we managed to see all that was in the agenda. Facilitators were knowledgeable and patient, and had great material and stories for us to explore and connect with the sites on a personal level. It was great to get to know Ireland in this way. I would definitely be joining again.
Great tour
kristinasP4437NB,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Must have especially if you are interested in history!
Exceeded expectations
X1878VEannag,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed the tour and the organization. It's nice to get in the hands of girls who entertain, feed and make sure everyone has fun and fun. Thank you for your soulful company and exciting journey.
Legends of Ireland
F1804PU ,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing trip! I learned so many new and interesting things about Ireland, its ancient history and legends. We had a wonderful group of people who truly love the wide open landscapes of Ireland. Our two guides, Junona and Diana, complemented each other perfectly. Their stories were mixed together, and you would hear either interesting facts or incredible legends.
Three Ages-Triple Pleasure
429mikhailm,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks to guides Juno and Diana for a wonderful tour! They came up with a really great idea, dividing the semantic burden into three different eras: Neolithic, medieval and present. Each of the pieces is self-contained, but together just a charming all-day trip to nature and Irish history!!!
Neolithic. Monks. Moonshine
Elena I,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very interesting and educational walk at a comfortable pace. Beautiful scenery and interesting stories, convenient transfers and delicious food in the family cafe by fore distillery
Amazing experience
701nataliaz,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Loughcrew cairns are beautiful, and the story was very interesting and informative. Though it was January, we were very lucky with the weather, and the views from the Loughcrew were gorgeous. Fore Abbey and the surrounding area are fascinating; I wish I had spent more time there. Oliver, the distillery owner, is very passionate about his work and a wonderful storyteller too. I highly recommend this tour with Diana and Junona to everyone, exploring County Meath, a site of great historical significance and beauty.
A wonderful day filled with sacred sites!
Karen V,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Diana was an excellent guide, attuned to the needs and expectations of our group. I highly recommend her and her company to anyone interested in a personalized tour of spiritual places in Ireland.
Diana customized our day...
Sheri L,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Diana customized our day to our interests in sites with ancient healing plants and energy. She shared stories and facts about each area we visited that helped us see the life of the ancestors. It was a magical day for our group brought to us by Diana's thoughtful planning and guidance. We visited Beckive Abbey, Tara, Louchcrew and Kells.
The best way to tour Ireland
Sheri L,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Diana was absolutely lovely. She researched what she could highlight for us according to our interests for a personalized tour. She did an amazing job giving us all kinds of information. The accommodations were fabulous and we had a lovely day with her. We would definitely use her company again!
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