Private Tour of Newgrange and The Hill of Tara
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on a 6-hour exclusive guided tour from Dublin to delve into Ireland's rich heritage. Explore the ancient Neolithic tombs of Newgrange and immerse yourself in the historical significance of the Hill of Tara in Boyne Valley. Accompanied by a knowledgeable and affable guide, you'll receive insightful commentary throughout the journey. On the return, there's a possibility of a stopover at Howth village for a delicious meal. Howth, a picturesque fishing village, boasts a lineage dating back to 819 AD, marking the arrival of Norse Vikings in its bay. It's important to note that the previously mentioned represents a potential outline of the day's activities, which your guide will thoroughly brief you on before commencing the tour.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
When booking, please indicate your preferred starting time. You can modify this at any point before the tour date by getting in touch with us.
The pricing does not cover Newgrange Tickets. Please book tickets for Newgrange site on the day of tour with us. These tickets are available for purchase up to 30 days in advance through a link we will email you after you made your booking.
What To Expect
Newgrange
Newgrange is a special place that's been recognized by UNESCO as important as it holds immense historical value dating back to 3,200 BC. To visit, you need to get tickets ahead of time online because they follow a "first come, first served" rule. Once you've booked with us, we'll tell you how to get those tickets.
Hill of Tara
The Hill of Tara is famous for being where the High Kings of Ireland used to rule long ago. It was an important place for politics and religion around the time of Jesus. People thought the gods lived there and that it was a way to reach eternal happiness. People say that Saint Patrick, a famous figure, went there when he came to Ireland. While you're there, your guide will share stories about ancient Celtic Kings.
Options
Newgrange and The Hill of Tara Tour: MiniVan
Pickup included
4 or more people
Duration: 6 hours Newgrange and Hill of Tara Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
No admission Costs Included
Entrance Tickets to Newgrange from €6 (After booking we will send you a link to purchase tickets)
Newgrange
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
38 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great day with noel
Lindsay M,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great day with Noel. He had tons of fascinating knowledge to share with us about all of the places that we went to. He was very flexible on start times and meeting places, knowing that we had a group with four children he was kind and personable, and we definitely recommend him and will use him as a guide when we return for future trip.
Great day with Noel
lindsaymV9787RZ,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great day with Noel! He was very flexible on our start time knowing we had a group with four children. He showed us amazing spots and had fascinating knowledge to share with us. He communicated meeting places very well.
Exploring ancient Ireland
John P,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Informative and interesting trip back in time to the beginning of life in Ireland. Miriam was great with lots of interesting tidbits of information and recommendations of things to do and see in and around Dublin.
A flawless day in the Boyne valley with Noel and Custom Irish tours
CharlesD865,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic day with Noel and the tour that Custom Irish tours. We started are day at the Leck Farm and Alison was very nice and welcoming to us. Lambing season had just finished and she had 2 lambs for my daughter and her partners to hold. Noel took us to Newgrange and explained how the tour would work, it was very helpful. We spent the morning touring both sites and then ate lunch at the cafe at the visitor center which very good and affordable. Noel took us to our final stop was Tom King the Blacksmith which if you are interested in hearing stories about ancient Ireland and imersing yourself in the lore of Ireland this is a must to do. We walked his farm and the ancient path that tribes of Ireland took to get to Tara and also a famine work house ruin. Noel took us back to or AirBnB and we had a great time. The team helped us with setting up the day and it was flawless. Thank you Noel and Custom Irish Tours.
Very glad we trusted Noel with our ancient Ireland tour
R4357ORmichaels,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We needed to schedule our Newgrange tour on short notice, and Noel came through for us with less than a day's notice. We had a great time learning about ancient Ireland, and we were especially grateful for Noel's ability to customize on the fly to give us the best tour possible. The Hill of Tara didn't make sense in the weather, so we went to the Hill of Slane and Monasterboice instead. The hospitality and good company were a nice addition as well. Highly recommended!
If you wish you had family in Ireland to show you around, this is the tour for you!
754karaz,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Of our ten days in Ireland, the one we spent with Miriam of IrishTours365 was by far the most memorable and special. Miriam is a wealth of information and Irish lore, and on the drive to Newgrange (which was absolutely incredible), she painted a picture of what it's like to grow up and raise a family in Ireland. We were so lucky to have her insights as we visited the high crosses of Monasterboice, the majestic Hill of Slane, and the magical Hill of Tara. We especially loved hearing stories about fairies and banshees on the drives from site to site. Miriam charmed our kids (an 11-year-old daughter and 14-year-old son) and took really beautiful family photos -- a major plus for moms like me who often find ourselves behind the camera and in none of the pictures! Miriam made our New York City-based family feel completely at home.
The right guide & tour to kick off our Ireland vacation!
CAECB,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Noel was a great guide for a group of 3 couples. He showed up on time, was engaging, had a great sense of humor, and was very knowledgeable about our destinations -- which were Newgrange, the Hill of Tara and Slane Abbey. He was always offering to take group photos in each location and he did them well. It was a full-day tour, but we were never bored and so glad to have selected the right guide!
Excellent New Grange experience
Heather S,Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience was amazing. Definitely a highlight of our visit. Miriam was our guide. She was excellent and so knowledgeable about New Grange and the entire area. We could not have asked for a better experience to visit the tombs and she also took us to see really cute sheep and goats:)
Newgrange
Paul G,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was such an interesting and informative trip. Noel did an excellent job of explaining the background of NewGrange and made sure we had all we needed to get into the facility. He was also very flexible and took us to at least area that was not on the least. I heartily recommend him and this tour.
The Oklahomans
Fonda L,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Noel was awesome to be with for 6 hours. He was extremely knowledgeable on Irish history and drove the vehicle well. I would recommend Noel for anyone who wants to take a day trip.
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