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Discover the best of Ireland on a day trip from Dublin. Visit Trim Castle, Bective Abbey, and Slane Castle. Enjoy a whiskey tasting at Slane Distillery.

Highlights

• Step back in time with a visit to the largest Anglo-Norman castle in Ireland
• Enjoy a guided tour of the historic Slane Castle and its beautiful surroundings
• Visit the Bective Abbey, a Cistercian Abbey founded in 1147 by Murchad O’Maeil
• Learn about the history of the Conyngham family and their world-famous concerts
• Enjoy a whiskey tasting at the Slane Distillery and learn about the production

Description

Discover the best of Irish castles and whiskey on a day trip from Dublin. Visit Trim Castle, Bective Abbey, and Slane Castle. Enjoy a whiskey tasting at Slane Distillery. Begin your day with a visit to Trim Castle, the largest Anglo-Norman castle in Ireland. See the location where the movie Braveheart was filmed. Continue to Bective Abbey, founded in 1147 for the Cistercian Order by Murchad O’Maeil – Sheachlainn, King of Meath. Next, visit Slane Castle, situated in a dramatic setting by the river Boyne. Home to the Conyngham family since 1703, the castle is one of the most exciting buildings architecturally in Ireland. Learn about the family’s colorful history and stories about the world-famous rock concerts. Afterward, enjoy a tour of Slane Distillery through the heritage room, barley room, cooperage, and maturation warehouse before a final stop that provides a view of the pot stills and production areas. The VIP tour concludes with a taste of the signature triple-casked blend, Slane Irish Whiskey.

Includes

In-person guide Air-conditioned vehicle Private transportation Bottled water & umbrellas provide Visit to Trim Castle Visit to Bective Abbey Entrance to Slane Castle Entrance to Slane Distillery

Important Information

• Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved Bring a camera to capture the beautiful sites Note that smoking and consuming alcohol are not allowed during the tour

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund