The Megaliths of Britain & Ireland
Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights
🔹 Visit Stonehenge, Avebury & Newgrange
🔹 Learn about ancient Druidic rituals
🔹 Stay in charming countryside inns
$2,900
Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights
🔹 Visit Stonehenge, Avebury & Newgrange
🔹 Learn about ancient Druidic rituals
🔹 Stay in charming countryside inns
Step into the mystical world of ancient Britain and Ireland with The Megaliths of Britain & Ireland tour. This 9-day adventure will take you through some of the most iconic prehistoric sites in the world, including Stonehenge, Avebury, and Newgrange. Uncover the mysteries of ancient druidic rituals and the profound spiritual significance of the megalithic structures that have withstood the test of time. Stay in charming countryside inns, immersing yourself in the tranquil beauty of the British and Irish landscapes. This is a tour for those fascinated by ancient history, spiritual practices, and stunning natural surroundings.
Day 1: Arrival in London, England
Arrive in London and meet your guide for a private transfer to your hotel.
Enjoy an evening at leisure to rest and explore the vibrant city, with optional visits to nearby sites.
Overnight in London.
Day 2: Stonehenge & Avebury
Begin your adventure with a day trip to the Stonehenge, one of the most famous prehistoric monuments in the world. Learn about its mysterious origins, its astronomical alignment, and its spiritual significance.
After visiting Stonehenge, continue to Avebury, the largest stone circle in Europe. Walk amongst the massive stones and learn about the surrounding prehistoric landscape, including the West Kennet Long Barrow.
Return to London for an overnight stay.
Day 3: London to Cornwall – Tintagel Castle
Travel west to Cornwall, a region steeped in legend and history.
Visit Tintagel Castle, legendary birthplace of King Arthur, perched dramatically on the cliffs overlooking the sea. Learn about the historical and mythical importance of the site.
Evening at leisure in Cornwall.
Overnight in a countryside inn in Cornwall.
Day 4: Cornwall – The Megalithic Sites of Cornwall
Discover some of Cornwall’s hidden megalithic sites, including the Men-an-Tol stone, a mysterious stone circle and holed stone.
Explore the ancient Merry Maidens stone circle and Boscawen-Un, an ancient stone circle where you’ll learn about the region’s ancient rituals and traditions.
Return to your charming inn for an evening of local food and hospitality.
Overnight in Cornwall.
Day 5: Travel to Ireland – Dublin
Take a morning ferry or flight to Dublin, Ireland’s lively capital city.
Upon arrival, explore Dublin’s historic sites and enjoy a traditional Irish dinner.
Overnight in Dublin.
Day 6: Newgrange – The Ancient Passage Tomb
Travel to the Newgrange site in County Meath, one of the most significant prehistoric monuments in Europe. This 5,000-year-old passage tomb predates the Egyptian pyramids and aligns with the sunrise during the winter solstice.
Explore the fascinating history and ancient significance of Newgrange, learning about the early people who built it.
Return to Dublin for the evening.
Overnight in Dublin.
Day 7: The Hill of Tara & Loughcrew Cairns
Explore the Hill of Tara, the ancient seat of the Kings of Ireland, where sacred rituals and assemblies took place.
Visit the Loughcrew Cairns, a group of passage tombs dating back over 5,000 years, with extraordinary views over the surrounding countryside.
Return to Dublin for dinner and an evening at leisure.
Overnight in Dublin.
Day 8: Orkney Islands – The Ring of Brodgar
Travel to Scotland and board a flight to the Orkney Islands, home to the stunning Ring of Brodgar stone circle, dating back to the Neolithic period.
Visit other fascinating megalithic sites, including the Standing Stones of Stenness and Skara Brae, a remarkably preserved prehistoric village.
Return to your inn for a final evening in the Scottish countryside.
Overnight in Orkney.
Day 9: Return to London
After breakfast, take a flight back to London.
Spend your final hours in the city visiting any remaining sights or enjoying some last-minute shopping.
Transfer to the airport for your departure.
Megalithic structures are large stone monuments or structures, often built for religious, astronomical, or ceremonial purposes. The Neolithic and Bronze Ages were periods marked by the construction of these awe-inspiring sites across Europe. The Druids, a priestly class in ancient Celtic society, were believed to have played a central role in the spiritual and ritualistic life around many of these sites.
Stonehenge, with its massive sarsen stones and bluestones, is one of the most iconic megalithic sites in the world. It is thought to have been used for various ceremonial purposes, including astronomical observations. Avebury, another massive stone circle, lies within a larger complex that includes burial mounds, all of which were sacred to ancient peoples.
Newgrange, located in Ireland, is a passage tomb that predates Stonehenge and the Great Pyramids of Giza. Its precise alignment with the winter solstice sunrise is a testament to the advanced understanding of astronomy by the people who built it.
In addition to these famous sites, the tour includes visits to the Ring of Brodgar, Skara Brae, Carrowmore, and Merry Maidens, all of which offer a deeper insight into ancient European cultures and their relationship to the land, nature, and the cosmos.