Private Tour

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

Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

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.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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

Newgrange

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: To skip the queues, we recommend using our concierge service. With this option, we can handle purchasing of your Newgrange admission tickets for you. If you choose to proceed, please contact us us after booking this tour online, and the cost of the tickets will be charged separately. The price per person is €18. Note 2: Travel time from your pick up location is included in the time spent on this attraction.

3 hours • Admission Not Included

Knowth Megalithic Passage Tomb

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.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Air-conditioned vehicle

In-person guide in English

Lunch

Admission Tickets to Newgrange

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