Boyne Valley, Meath - Private Shore Excursion

Dublin, Ireland

7 to 9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Step back into ancient Ireland on this immersive, full-day tour. With your driver handling all logistics and transport, you’ll go back more than 5,000 years as you explore the wonders of the Boyne Valley, Ireland’s birthplace. You’ll visit a tomb older than the Pyramids, climb the famed Hill of Tara, and more, getting to know the myths, kings, and legends of the Emerald Isle.

Travel in the safety and comfort of a private vehicle with a professional driver
Walk into Newgrange, stand atop the Hill of Tara, and more bucket-list experiences
See lesser-known historic sites like Trim Castle and Monasterboice Monastery
Hassle-free round-trip transfers from your Dublin location

What's Included

Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees

Lunch

Purchase your own lunch
Tips

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Itinerary

Hill of Tara

50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Newgrange

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Hill of Slane

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Monasterboice Monastic Site

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Trim Castle

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Slane Whiskey Distillery

50 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

4.8

based on 4 reviews

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Outstanding Experience seeing Ancient Sites

Elizabeth_Y, Sep 2025

Aidan was our driver-guide. He was warm, welcoming, knowledgeable, and an excellent driver! He was exceptional! He shared a great wealth of Irish history-- from pre-Celtic to current-- and really brought the sites and countryside alive! We had the best day! This was worth every penny, and will always be remembered as one of our favorite experiences in Ireland. We are grateful to have so enjoyably learned so much! Ireland has a fascinating history.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Hi Elizabeth, Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed your private shore excursion to the Boyne Valley with Aidan as your driver-guide. We love sharing Ireland’s fascinating history, from pre-Celtic times to today, and it’s fantastic to hear the sites came alive for you on this sightseeing journey. It was a real pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back for another tailor-made tour in Dublin or beyond. Best regards, Jessica, Dublin Tour Guide Team

Dublin and surrounding area

Eddie_M, Mar 2024

Tommy M. Made for an amazing day seeing the gorgeous sites of Ireland within 90 minutes of Dublin. We had the most fantastic time with him as he told so many stories of the country. I couldn’t recommend this tour more. Cheers to Tommy! Best. Day.ever!

Could have been better.

Michael_M, Jun 2023

Trim castle was great! Unfortunately, we were unable to complete the main part of the tour (New Grange) because we were not told we needed to book tickets in advance. Everything else was OK. Also, the distillery was closed. Although our driver was great, this tour was definitely not worth the cost. I would not trust Viator again for any tours I take.