Celtic Heritage Day Trip from Dublin

From€70

10 hours

Dublin, Ireland

About this activity

Experience Ireland's rich Celtic heritage on a full-day tour from Dublin, visiting ancient sites like the Hill of Tara, Trim Castle, Loughcrew Cairns, Fore Distillery, and Fore Abbey.

Highlights

Explore the Hill of Tara, ancient seat of Irish kings
Visit Trim Castle, Ireland's largest Anglo-Norman castle
Discover 6,000-year-old petroglyphs at Loughcrew Cairns
Enjoy a tasting at Fore Distillery
Explore the 7th-century Fore Abbey

Full description

Step back in time and immerse yourself in Ireland's rich Celtic heritage on this captivating day trip from Dublin. Begin your journey at the Hill of Tara, the ancient seat of Irish kings, where you'll delve into the nation's storied past. Next, visit Trim Castle, Ireland's largest Anglo-Norman castle, and marvel at its impressive architecture. Wander through the 6,000-year-old Loughcrew Cairns, where ancient petroglyphs adorn the stone passageways. Savor a delightful tasting at Fore Distillery, and explore the 7th-century Fore Abbey, a testament to Ireland's monastic history. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty, ensuring an unforgettable experience.

Included / Excluded

Air-conditioned transportation with USB ports
Driver/guide
Round-trip transportation from Dublin
Wi-Fi on board
Lunch
Entry to Trim Castle

Gratuities

Meeting point

Start Location

Suffolk Street, Molly Malone Statue, Dublin 2, IE

Important information

Know before you book

The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Infants must sit on laps during the journey.
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

Know before you go

Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
Bring a light jacket or sweater, as weather conditions can change.
Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the day.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible
Easy Public Transport
Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Breaks will be taken at service stations in road, where you can buy food and use the toilet facilities.
We recommend to bring sturdy walking shoes and weather-appropriate gear (rain jackets/layers)

Traveler reviews

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974 reviews

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Great Day !

This was a great day, getting out of the larger cities and seeing the Irish countryside and ancient sites. I use a cane, so I did not go up to the neolithic tomb area, lots of steps and then uphill in the grass. The more mobile folks liked it.

Margaret_ZNov 1, 2026VIATOR

Alec was knowledgeable, ...

Alec was knowledgeable, informative and kind. I would definitely recommend this excursion to family and friends!

Donna_POct 23, 2026VIATOR

It’s a lot of walking,...

It’s a lot of walking, and a strenuous uphill walk to the tombs. Enjoyed Trim Castle, lunch stop was great. Our last stop had a quaint bar

goeast140Oct 18, 2026VIATOR

A lot of fascinating history in one day

Collin was a great driver and tour guide through thousands of years of Irish landscape. Besides his descriptions of what we were to see and context, he also played some local music and tried to teach us a few Irish words. Each stop also had enough time to wander and enjoy the area. We never felt rushed or bored. The Sunday lunch stop was great too. Plan on wind at the tops of hills and some damp grass.

Douglas_ROct 9, 2026VIATOR

Great day out, very...

Great day out, very knowledgeable tour guide and bus driver. Fantastic way to explore Ireland. Would highly recommend.

Donna_OOct 7, 2026VIATOR

Additional information

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Breaks will be taken at service stations in road, where you can buy food and use the toilet facilities.

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