Meadow of the Sons of Nós and its Christian Heritage

2-DAY ARCHAEOLOGICAL TOUR TO CLONMACNOISE

CLONMACNOISE ARCHAEOLOGICAL TOUR by ARCHAEOTRAVEL.EU

We invite individual travellers (1-3pax) for a weekend archaeological tour from Dublin to Clonmacnoise monastic site. In 1979, it was visited by the Pope, John Paul II, who performed the Holy Mass onsite. Founded in the mid-6th century, the site had expanded by the mid-8th century into a thriving centre of learning and art. Clonmacnoise features a Cathedral, two round Towers, three High Crosses, nine Churches, and over 700 Early Christian graveslabs. The name Clonmacnoise means ‘Meadow of the Sons of Nós’ in Irish. You will also have a unique opportunity to see the site from the River Shannon during 5-hour private cruise from your hotel.

On the first day, you will be picked up from your accommodation in Dublin. On the way to Clonmacnoise, you will visit the remnants of another important monastic site of Durrow, a medieval town of Athlone with a pint of Guinness in the oldest pub in Ireland, and you will enjoy an overnight relaxation at a 4-star accommodation by the Lough Ree.

A dedicated guide who is an archaeologist and historian of art, specialised in Christian theology, will explain you the iconographical language of the High Irish Crosses of Clonmacnoise and Durrow and the contextual meaning of early medieval monastic sites in Hiberno-Scotland. You are welcome to ask questions and discuss the raised matters.

THE CROSS OF THE SCRIPTURES AND ITS GUARDIAN ANGEL, CLONMACNOISE, COUNTY OFFALY by ARCHAEOTRAVEL.EU

Together with our DMC partner company, we specialize in luxury individual archaeological travel in Ireland, focusing on delivering unique travel experiences to our clients. 

THE CROSS OF THE SCRIPTURES, CLONMACNOISE by ARCHAEOTRAVEL.EU

Dates: Saturday&Sunday in August-October 2024; April – October, 2025. All tours are subject to availability.

What is included:

  • Private driver (up to 8 hours per day in a row),
  • Comfortable high-standard vehicle up to 3pax,
  • Services of a private guide/archaeologist,
  • B&B overnight in a 4-star hotel,
  • Admissions,
  • Private cruise on Shannon River (5-hours),
  • Lunchboxes during the cruise,
  • Classical afternoon tea (subject to availability),
  • One bottle of mineral water per person per day.

What is not included:

  • Departure Taxes or Visa handling&fees,
  • International flights,
  • Insurance,
  • Meals, unless expressly stated above,
  • Beverages, alcohol, laundry, telephone calls; or other items of personal nature,
  • Services not specifically stated in the itinerary,
  • Tips.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Payments are accepted by credit card.

•   We request a 20% non-refundable deposit at the moment of booking . If it is less than 4 weeks prior departure, we require the whole payment.

•  The balance is to be paid 4 weeks prior departure.

•  We will retain an additional 20% of the total cost if you cancel in less than 2-3 weeks before the tour.

•    This increases to 50% if cancelled 1-2 weeks before the tour, 80% if cancelled 3-6 calendar days prior, and 100% if cancelled 1-2 working days prior.

The rate varies depends on chosen dates. To ask about the rate and our availability, contact us . We will respond to you as soon as possible.

Featured image: Clonmacnoise monastic site: the Cross of the Scriptures. Photo by Felipe Almeida. Copyright©Archaeotravel.

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Book a private guide/archaeologist (and chauffeur) in the Republic of Ireland. Contact us! it can be either one of our proposals, or a tailor-made offer. Photography tours on request.

My name is Joanna. I am an art historian and archaeologist specializing in the theology of early Christianity and the history of early medieval Europe. This topic is the subject of my PhD at the Department of Archeology at University College Dublin. In addition to this field, I am involved in research in the field of world archeology from ancient times to the Middle Ages, and although my specialization is the subject of early Christianity in Hiberno-Scotland and its links with the Coptic tradition, archaeology, art and mythology of the ancient world equally lie within my wide range of interests and studies. In my work, I am inspired by the countless archaeological mysteries that I discover during my study trips.

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I am an author of texts in the field of my specialization, a professional national guide in Ireland with the title of ATGI (The Approved Tourist Guides of Ireland), authorized by the Irish QQI Training Authority, and a long-term specialist in individual tourism (FIT) in one of the most recognizable companies organizing tourist programs in the British Isles (Destination Management Company DMC), characterized by a high standard of services. Together with my colleague and excellent driver, Jarek, we organize archaeological expeditions for individual clients (groups of up to 6 people), offering attractive programs, high-quality accommodation, and services by local suppliers. Two other members of our team, Elizabeth and Felipe will enrich your trip with photography tutorials.

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If you do not know where to start, the current offer can be found here.

If you are interested in a tailor-made offer, feel free to contact us!