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History & Heritage Tour: Kells, Trim, Loughcrew, Fore, Distillery
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15 Ratings
Oldcastle
Discover Ireland’s Middle Kingdom: Explore megalithic sites, ancient ruins, and a local distillery with a flexible, guided tour.
Discover Ireland’s Middle Kingdom: Explore megalithic sites, ancient ruins, and a local distillery with a flexible, guided tour.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Loughcrew Cairns - Step back in time and delve into the ancient history of one of Ireland’s largest prehistoric sites, Loughcrew Cairns. These passage tombs were constructed by Neolithic people nearly 6,000 years ago. Enjoy a brief walk up the hill and receive a guided tour of “the most extraordinary collection of archaic monuments to be found in…
- Loughcrew Cairns - Step back in time and delve into the ancient history of one of Ireland’s largest prehistoric sites, Loughcrew Cairns. These passage tombs were constructed by Neolithic people nearly 6,000 years ago. Enjoy a brief walk up the hill and receive a guided tour of “the most extraordinary collection of archaic monuments to be found in Ireland.” On a clear day, take in the stunning panoramic view of 18 Irish counties.
- Fore Abbey - Discover the legendary Fore Abbey, set in the dramatic landscape of the Valley. Learn about 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 more. Enjoy a short walk and experience the main features of the Irish countryside and rural Ireland, such as fields with dry stone walls, cows and sheep, beehives, and more.
- Fore - Relax over lunch in a café that is part of the local distillery. Enjoy a warm welcome and delicious food with a beautiful view of the countryside from the upstairs café area. Then, take an educational tour of the distillery led by its owner and savor some rum and poitín tastings.
- Kells - Explore the iconic town of Kells, closely associated with the legendary Book of Kells and St. Columcille’s first monastery. Examine the fine round tower and the crosses.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Distillery tour (€15 pp)
- Lunch
- Distillery tour (€15 pp)
Additional Information
Seeking an unforgettable day trip from Dublin? This private guided tour to County Meath—known as Ireland’s Middle Kingdom—is perfect for travelers with limited time who wish to discover history, ancient sites, and breathtaking countryside all in one day.
Begin with a pickup from your Dublin hotel and journey into Ireland’s Ancient East with your…
Seeking an unforgettable day trip from Dublin? This private guided tour to County Meath—known as Ireland’s Middle Kingdom—is perfect for travelers with limited time who wish to discover history, ancient sites, and breathtaking countryside all in one day.
Begin with a pickup from your Dublin hotel and journey into Ireland’s Ancient East with your knowledgeable local guide. Enjoy a leisurely drive through County Meath as your guide shares captivating stories that bring the landscape to life.
Tour highlights include:
- The Loughcrew Cairns, Neolithic passage tombs that predate 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, associated with the Book of Kells
This private day tour from Dublin is entirely customizable to suit your interests.
Escape the city and immerse yourself in the genuine charm of Ireland’s past and present on this adaptable, story-rich adventure.
Location
Loughcrew Cairns
Slieve na Caillaigh Hills, Loughcrew
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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F1804pu_
Jan 29, 2026
Legends of Ireland - It 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.
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429mikhailm
Jan 18, 2026
Three Ages-Triple Pleasure - Thanks 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!!!
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Elena
Jan 18, 2026
Neolithic. Monks. Moonshine - A 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
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701nataliaz
Jan 18, 2026
Amazing experience - The 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.
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Karen
Jan 11, 2026
A wonderful day filled with sacred sites! - Diana 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.
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Sheri_l
Oct 7, 2025
Diana customized our day... - Diana 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.
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Sheri
Sep 22, 2025
The best way to tour Ireland - Diana 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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Stephen
Jun 16, 2025
Amazing Private Tour of Ireland! - Diana is the best! So friendly, knowledgeable and prompt. She worked with us to cater the perfect “Hidden Gems” private tour of Ireland that almost nobody else does. Her car is spacious and immaculate. She took us to many sites that no one else was at. Her knowledge of the history, the people and the island is second to none. Book with her now, she sells out fast!
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Z5671axmaxh
Jun 3, 2024
Incredible guided tour of Irish cairns - My friends and I had an incredible and immersive experience touring with Diana here. Loughcrew was an absolutely gorgeous and picturesque site to visit. What made it all the more special was Diana's informative and enthusiastic tour. She really painted a picture of how incredible the construction and function of the site was, and what ancient Ireland may have been like. Her knowledge is in-depth, and she was not thrown by the myriad of different questions that our group asked. I left the tour feeling a deep sense of awe and delight by the cairns around us and their rich, vibrant history. Cannot recommend this tour enough!
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E4856cwkaties
Jun 3, 2024
Sacred sites with an amazing, knowledgeable guide! - What an incredible time! Diana created an unforgettable experience for our group and was so kind and flexible under pressure (we were a little disorganized). She shared so much knowledge about the Hill of Tara and Loughcrew Cairns that made our visit richer and more impactful. Ireland's beauty is obvious but we wouldn't have enjoyed it half as much without an understanding of the history, legends, and culture surrounding the sites. Thank you Diana, and thank you Gateway to Ireland!
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