Top Things to do in County Meath
The 10 Best Tours in County Meath, Province of Leinster
Discover the best top things to do in County Meath, Ireland including 10-Day Ultimate Small-Group Tour of Ireland from Dublin, Private Tours with adventure activities, music, Irish pub, sight seeing & more, Castles & Whiskey Tour from Dublin , Newgrange & The Boyne Valley Private Day Tour - Little Gem - (Prices per group), Celtic Boyne Valley Day Trip from Dublin, Full-Day Castles and Celtic History Tour from Dublin: Newgrange, Trim Castle, Loughcrew Megalithic Walking Tour in Oldcastle, Castles & Curiosities of the Boyne Valley, Tour of Hill of Tara and Tombs of Loughcrew from Dublin, 6- Day Wild West and Northern Ireland small group tour of Ireland.
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1. 10-Day Ultimate Small-Group Tour of Ireland from Dublin
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Your Irish Experience begins here. The Ultimate 10 day small group tour (max 15 people) of Ireland covers the length and breadth, north and south of our magical Emerald Isle. Spoil yourself on this ten day tour with unrivaled scenery, a feast of tradition, history, culture, castles and the great outdoors. You will have an unforgettable experience on your tour exploring everything from kayaking with dolphins in Dingle Bay to the magnificent sights on the Ring of Kerry. Prepare to be awestruck by Ireland’s most famous landmark – The Cliffs of Moher, fall in love with the bustling bohemian Galway City and the Aran Islands. Cross the border to Northern Ireland and lose yourself at the Giants Causeway and be blown away at the Titanic Belfast. This is a trip of a lifetime.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 9 nights local boutique hotel and guesthouse accommodation, carefully selected by our team, Great breakfast (daily) suitable for meet lovers, vegetarians, vegans, gluten free and other needs,, Professional qualified Irish tour guide other local tour guides for the great Irish experience, Transport to all locations by air-conditioned by class leading Mercedes Sprinter busses , Kayak excursion in Dingle Bay, Distillery tour, Rock of Cashel, Kiss The Blarney Stone, Cycling tours (Galway and Aran Islands), Cliffs of Moher, Walking Tour London Derry, Titanic Experience
Exclusions: Lunch and dinner, Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Black Cab Tour Belfast
Reviewed By russ2jen
Sadly, in these uncertain days of Coronavirus, I had to cancel my upcoming tour. The team at Overland Ireland were compassionate and understanding in working out the details so as to minimize losses all around. Flexible reschedule options into next year were offered as well. This is the kind of small company to support.
2. Private Tours with adventure activities, music, Irish pub, sight seeing & more
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Get the chance to experience what Ireland has to offer on this tour. These private tours are unique, off the beaten track and full of adventure. Our guides who are outdoor instructors, as well as musicians and passionate about Ireland's culture and heritage, take you on a full day tour into the heart of Ireland. You have a choice of an adventure activity depending on your group's interest from kayaking, hiking, boating or rock climbing, visit Ireland Ancient East sites, hear local folklore stories and finish up with music and singing in an authentic Irish bar performed by our guides. This is a tour you will never forget. Come enjoy a beautiful Ireland that we are proud of and want to share with you. This is a full day tour departing Dublin at 8.30am and returning at 18.00pm and we pick up group at your city centre accommodation or other suitable city centre locations. No previous experience is required for any of the activities.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, All activities, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Live entertainment, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks
Reviewed By Y23r
Amazing trip to Ireland for 9 days which was a fantastic and an amazing adventure. Thanks to our amazing local tour guide Marcus ,who showed us beautiful and unique sites: from breathtaking views to kayaking activity, Whiskey distillery, Filming locations from “Game of Thrones”, Irish folklore and history and local music and an amazing hospitality at Marcus house and his family, which was unforgettable evening. Thank you Marcus for being so kind, professional, generous and always with a smile, which made our trip to an amazing and unforgettable adventure. Very recommended.
3. Castles & Whiskey Tour from Dublin
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
OUR SMALL GROUPS TOURS ARE CONDUCTED BY ONLY THE BEST HAND PICKED PROFESSIONAL DRIVER GUIDES AND ARE CONDUCTED IN LUXURY AIR CONDITIONED VEHICLES. OUR MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE IS 16 PASSENGERS SO NOBODY WILL FEEL LEFT OUT. OUR DRIVERS WILL TAKE YOU ON THE ROADS LESS TRAVELLED TO MEET THE REAL CHARACTERS AND TO FEEL THE CHARACTER OF THIS GREAT ISLAND OF IRELAND.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, COMPLIMENTARY WATER, UMBRELLAS
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By JoanieAnn
Irish Luxury Tours is the way to see Ireland! We toured southern Ireland in October of 2018 and we can not say enough about this company and our driver/tour guide Kieran D. From the time we were greeted at the airport in Dublin until our return there, every detail of our trip was planned and executed perfectly. Kieran was warm, charming, knowledgeable, and very fun. It was like touring with good friend. My husband had a recent organ transplant and Kieran anticipated his needs in a very kindly way. We have since recommended ILT and Kieran to friends and they had a similar experience to ours. Five stars of excellence and a big hoorah to this excellent company and tour guide. We miss you Kieran!
4. Newgrange & The Boyne Valley Private Day Tour - Little Gem - (Prices per group)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Little Gem Tours specialise in crafting unique, private experiences of Ireland. Our Newgrange tour takes you to the dawn of Irish civilisation with a journey into the past. We explore the main attractions of the Boyne Valley as well as the hidden gems with off the beaten path exploring. Our guides are professional, knowledgable, fun and have a genuine passion for their island.
Inclusions: Professional Driver Guide, Private transportation, All tolls & taxes.
Exclusions: Activity Entrance Fees, Lunch
Reviewed By pauladwyer
We took a 12 day private tour of Ireland with Little Gem back in 2019 and it was the best travel experience of our lives. We were an extended family of 12 and had all generations of travellers. Little Gem provided a perfect experience from the start. Private tour planner Rosie worked with us on every detail of our travels and customized the perfect tour for us. Our driver guide was incredible and knew all the best spots to take us away from the tour coaches. Each night we stayed in amazing local accommodations including some very swanky 5* castles as well as a lovely farm stay and B&B's. We would highly recommend Little Gem Private Tours of Ireland!!
5. Celtic Boyne Valley Day Trip from Dublin
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 379 reviews
The Celtic Tour along Ireland’s Ancient East brings you to the historically significant Boyne valley situated in County Meath - the Royal County - from where the ancient High Kings of Ireland ruled. Join us on a day of time travel, visiting the Neolithic tombs of Loughcrew, The predominantly Iron Age Hill of Tara, the spiritual center of Ireland; the 7th Century Christian monastery of Fore Abbey, Hill Of Uishneach and the Anglo-Norman Trim castle.
Inclusions: Local guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance fees
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Natalie P
I had a reservation on March 16th the day after the city of Dublin shut down and EVERYTHING was closed. We had to leave early because of Covid( the city shut down so nothing to do or eat besides our hotel restaurant). We tried getting in contact with Irish Day Tours to see if our tour was still continuing because we figured maybe we could do that before we slip out of the country but no one was answering calls, emails, Facebook messages and even comments. We tried to cancel but couldn’t because we and our hotel could not reach them. I was emailing the company in the beginning of April when we were back and settled to get this straightened out but they wouldn’t issue a refund because apparently the tour still continued even though the city shut down and there was no notice sent to us that it would continue the next day. We left Ireland that morning and the city of Dublin shut down less than 24 hours from our scheduled tour time so Flaure said no refund would be authorized which is ridiculous given the circumstances of the city and world at that time. It’s very upsetting because I’ve been trying to get in contact with someone from the company named Jonathan who Flaure said would maybe be able to hear us out and help but he has never replied to my email. (6 months later) Highly do not recommend. Terrible customer service and just a money hungry company that at the end of the day apparently only cares about money and not their customers.
6. Full-Day Castles and Celtic History Tour from Dublin: Newgrange, Trim Castle
Overall Ratings
4.4 based on 71 reviews
We are the only tour company in Ireland that will visit both the Newgrange Monument and Trim Castle on their day tour... the two most important sites in the Boyne Valley. We use small minibuses with max capacity of 16 people so you can enjoy the tour better. This tour is a shared-group experience with fully qualified and enthusiastic guides.
Inclusions: Transportation in small minibus, Qualified friendly guide
Exclusions: Any entrance fees, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By hmfinn
a wonderful walk with guide Gillian. it was an easy walk in terms of terrain and i was fascinated to hear all Gillian had to say about wild flowers and local lore as we walked along
7. Loughcrew Megalithic Walking Tour in Oldcastle
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1 reviews
On your visit to Ireland make sure to visit its best kept secret, Loughcrew's Ancient Passage Tombs, on this small-group walking tour. These passage tombs are over 5,000 years old, predate Newgrange and located just one hour from Dublin. Your 1.5-hour tour will begin at Loughcrew Megalithic Centre in Oldcastle, where you will visit the traditional Irish home of Maggie Heaney. Next you will walk to the highest point in the Boyne Valley giving you spectacular views over Ireland's Ancient East. Learn why our stone age ancestors built these extraordinary structures, hear the legend of the Cailleach (Witch), sit on her throne and enter the chamber of passage tomb ''Cairn T''. See the path the rising sun takes on the mornings of the Equinox. To finish you will make your journey back to Loughcrew Megalithic Centre for a well-deserved coffee and a scone.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Light refreshments, Local guide, Private tour
Exclusions: DVD (available to purchase), Lunch
Reviewed By N3761DEjulieg
Myself and my partner stayed two nights here in a yurt. We absolutely loved it, everything from the lovely helpful staff to the cosy, beautifully decorated yurt with a very comfortable bed.We completely chilled out. The toilet areas were always spotless and the coffee and cakes were delicious as was the icecream. Beautiful morning sunrises up on the hill, and starry moonlight nights. We can't wait to return.
8. Castles & Curiosities of the Boyne Valley
Overall Ratings
1.0 based on 1 reviews
Come and experience some of the most special sites in the Boyne Valley including Trim Castle, Slane Castle and the Neolithic Tomb at Fourknocks. Taste the foods of the Boyne Valley. Touch kerbstones dating thousands of years old. Let me weave for you the fascinating stories of the Boyne Valley, birthplace of Ireland's Ancient East - from the land-thirsty kings to saints and scholars - as we make our way through an immersive journey off the beaten track - through 5,000 years of ancient Irish history - past landmarks and locations that have played host to great deeds and legends. On windswept hills, in small green fields, or simply at a bend in the road - the stories here are never far away. They are written on the land and echo in the voices of the locals. "Tell me a story; spin me a tale" - are you ready?
Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional guide, Tour escort/host, Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Dublin/Louth/Westmeath areas., Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Fuel surcharge
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By Maggie D
Lucy is a wonderful lady who gave us an engaging tour of Tara Hill, the village of Kells, Bective Abby, Trim Castle and the countryside of the Boyne Valley. We enjoyed Lucy's warmth and witty stories on a wet and windy day.
9. Tour of Hill of Tara and Tombs of Loughcrew from Dublin
Come and experience some of the most special sites in the Boyne Valley including the Hill of Tara and the Tombs of Loughcrew. Touch kerbstones dating thousands of years old. Let me weave for you the fascinating stories of the Boyne Valley, birthplace of Ireland's Ancient East - from the land-thirsty kings to saints and scholars - as we make our way through an immersive journey off the beaten track - through 5,000 years of ancient Irish history - past landmarks and locations that have played host to great deeds and legends. On windswept hills, in small green fields, or simply at a bend in the road - the stories here are never far away. They are written on the land and echo in the voices of the locals. "Tell me a story; spin me a tale" - are you ready?
Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional guide, Tour escort/host, Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Dublin/Louth/Westmeath areas., Private tour, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By Maggie D
Lucy is a wonderful lady who gave us an engaging tour of Tara Hill, the village of Kells, Bective Abby, Trim Castle and the countryside of the Boyne Valley. We enjoyed Lucy's warmth and witty stories on a wet and windy day.
10. 6- Day Wild West and Northern Ireland small group tour of Ireland
Your experience starts here! How much can you pack into a 6 day tour in Ireland? – A LOT! Get the best of the west and top it off with a whirlwind tour of Northern Ireland on our Wild West and North Tour. Fall in love with the bustling bohemian Galway City and dare to take a peak over the ledge at Dun Aenghus Ring fort on the Aran Islands. Experience the spectacular views of Connemara National Park, the wilds of Donegal and the panoramic views from on top of St Patrick’s mountain. Make unforgettable memories at The Giant’s Causeway, Game of Thrones Dark Hedges and Belfast as you journey through the kingdom of Northern Ireland. Our Wild West and North Tour of Ireland explores a diverse range of scenery, castles, adventure, history and culture.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 5 nights local guesthouse accommodation, carefully selected by our team, Great breakfast (daily), Professional qualified Irish tour guide, Transport to all locations by air-conditioned mini Coach, Titanic Experience Belfast, Distillery tour (time permitting), Walking tour Londonderry, Guided hiking, Cycling tour, All taxes, All outdoor activities (subject to weather conditions and if cancelled no refund will be provided)
Exclusions: Lunch and dinner, Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Horse-riding and kite-surfing, Stand-up Paddle Boarding, Galway Food Tour, Black cab tour Belfast
Reviewed By russ2jen
Sadly, in these uncertain days of Coronavirus, I had to cancel my upcoming tour. The team at Overland Ireland were compassionate and understanding in working out the details so as to minimize losses all around. Flexible reschedule options into next year were offered as well. This is the kind of small company to support.
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