Marni S.United States
Hogan was a great guide. He knew so much history and was able to inform us of more than just the places we visited. I highly recommend him.
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Private tour in Dublin Hogan M
Short day Brú na Bóinne Newgrange tour - Up to 3* Guests - Up to 6hrs
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6 hours
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Private tour for 1-4 people
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Hogan M.
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Welcome to Ireland ! My name is Hogan and I'm delighted to join ToursByLocals from June 2022! I'm a National Tour Guide, based in Dublin and covering the entire island of Ireland. I'm a Chauffeur Guide for small private groups (up to 7 guests), as well as doing Shore Excursions, Walking Tours and personal Genealogy Tours. I'm also a Genealogist with over 35 years experience, which has given me a unique insight into the deep connection people of Irish heritage all over the world feel towards this beautiful island country. There are more than 100 million people around the world who claim Ireland as their ancestral home! But Ireland enchants visitors of every background, not just those of Irish descent, and I love sharing my passion for Ireland with every guest for whom I have the privilege to be their guide or driver guide. Whether it's the Ring of Kerry, the Wild Atlantic Way, or Co. Antrim's stunning Causeway Coast, Ireland has some of the World's most breath-taking coastal scenery, and there are "postcard views" around every corner. And there's much more to Ireland than simply beautiful scenery; our culture, music, and writers have all found world acclaim. Ireland is home to some of the World's finest Stone Age archaeology, and then there's our history: Ireland's story is one of successive arrivals and settlement, invasion, conflict, tragedy and triumph, but ultimately, it's a story about people. It's a story which will beguile you, enchant you, and capture your heart. All my tours can be customized upon request. Come, discover our story - let me help you Fill Your Heart with Ireland! National Tour Guide (White badge), recognized by the Irish Tourist Board. Licensed chauffeur, guiding in my own limousine. None
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Five thousand years in a day: From the Stone Age to the Digital Age!
Overview of your Dublin tour
A voyage of discovery, to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Brú na Bóinne, an enormous complex of 5, 000 year old tombs. If you love history & archaeology, this will be among the most memorable days of your life! And if you think you don't like history and archaeology, prepare to discover that you do! The highlight of today's tour is a visit to the spectacular Stone Age tomb of Newgrange. This tomb is the pinnacle of Stone Age monument building in Ireland, and is among the finest anywhere in the World. It is a celebration of engineering, astronomy, and the human experience! Depending on the time you have available, we might also visit Knowth Stone Age tomb, the Battle of the Boyne Visitor Center, or alternatively detour to see what is probably the finest carved stone Celtic Cross in the world, dating from 923AD. This tour has been created to permit a very focused visit to Newgrange if you only have 4-5 hours to spare.
Recent Reviews
Janice S.Canada
Was I ever lucky to have Hogan as my guide. He was extremely knowledgeable I loved that he offered to accompany me on the tour. The site guides are very good, but he added details and also made it easier for me to avoid climbing ( due to a lung condition). Note that there are quite a few stairs to the top of the main mound at Knowth. At Newgrange, despite my claustrophobia, Hogan helped me to at least enter the passage tomb to get a sense of such an old site. The passage becomes quite tight along the way so that you have to turn sideways to wiggle through. This is where I turned back. Hogan was incredibly generous with his time and was a wonderful storyteller and just excellent company.
Susan W.United States
An excellent excursion with a guide who is very knowledgeable about the area, monuments, history, etc... His is not a rote recitation of facts. He will ensure the tour is personalized to your level of interest and baseline knowledge.
Margaret D.United States
Hogan was fantastic, and so knowledgeable. He picked us up at our hotel, and because I do not like motorways, he took us through some beautiful Irish countryside on our journey to Newgrange. The site itself was pretty amazing and the history behind it. Plus, the weather could not have been better! All in all, a wonderful day of sightseeing outside of Dublin. We highly recommend Tours By Locals, and especially, Hogan Magee.
Jeff L.United States
Hogan gives an amazing tour. He is passionate about Irish history, and highly knowledgable! We totally enjoyed the tour of neolithic and medieval sites. Hogan gave us his full attention and great assistance to make us feel well taken care of in the tour. Given that we had a handicapped member in our group, Hogan was highly sensitive to our needs and made it work perfectly. I would like to clone Hogan and use him for all my future tours. Hogan is an ideal tour guide, thank you Hogan!
Debbie S.United States
Hogan was an absolute delight ! His knowledge and passion of the Bru' na Boinne' was exceptional. It was a wonderful learning experience and a beautiful day to spend north of Dublin. We have used TBL many times and this was by far the best tour taken!!
Your Dublin tour itinerary
*All aspects of this tour can be customized. *This tour takes 5-6 hours. Subject to available ticket times, we can depart Dublin at any time up to about 2. 30pm. *Traveling by private limousine, our first stop is the spectacular Stone Age complex of Brú na Bóinne where we visit the world-famous Newgrange monument. *Depending on your own available time, we can also incorporate a visit to Knowth Stone Age monument or to the Early Christian site of Monasterboice, home to the finest Celtic Crosses in the world! *There are rest rooms and cafés at both Bru na Boinne-Newgrange and at Battle of the Boyne Center, but toilets at Monasterboice are not always open.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan
Transport is by private limousine (3-4 passengers). (A larger vehicle for up to 6 guests is listed separately) This tour uses a BMW 5 Series sedan-type vehicle, licensed to carry 4 guests. It is most comfortable if at least one of the 3 guests across the rear bench seat of the car is reasonably petite. Regarding the height capacity of the vehicle, (particularly if there are 4 guests), there is enough leg room for 2 guests up to approx. 1.85m (6'1") tall if the other 2 guests are no taller than 1.65 (5'5").
What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets
Meeting location
Dublin, Ireland
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Pick up can be at any Dublin city center or Dublin County location
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
History
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1073554
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
5.0
FAQs
Who is this private tour in Dublin best suited for?
This private tour is perfect for history and archaeology enthusiasts, as it offers a deep dive into the Stone Age with visits to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Brú na Bóinne and the Newgrange monument. It's also suitable for families and those with mobility needs, providing a comfortable and insightful experience.
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6 hours
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Private tour for 1-4 people
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