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Glendalough & Wicklow: Scenic Irish Day Trip
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84 Ratings
Molly Malone Statue
Escape the city and explore the stunning beauty of Wicklow County on this premium tour from Dublin. Visit the Glendalough Monastic site, experience the new Beyond The Trees at Avondale, and discover a working farm in the heart of the mountains.
Escape the city and explore the stunning beauty of Wicklow County on this premium tour from Dublin. Visit the Glendalough Monastic site, experience the new Beyond The Trees at Avondale, and discover a working farm in the heart of the mountains.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Molly Malone Statue - Depart from Dublin at 9:30 am. Meet the guide and fellow travelers at the Molly Malone Statue on Suffolk Street to embark on an unforgettable day exploring County Wicklow, known as the ‘Garden of Ireland’.
- Powerscourt Waterfall - The first stop of the day is the stunning Powerscourt Waterfall, located in the heart of…
- Molly Malone Statue - Depart from Dublin at 9:30 am. Meet the guide and fellow travelers at the Molly Malone Statue on Suffolk Street to embark on an unforgettable day exploring County Wicklow, known as the ‘Garden of Ireland’.
- Powerscourt Waterfall - The first stop of the day is the stunning Powerscourt Waterfall, located in the heart of County Wicklow. As Ireland’s tallest waterfall, it cascades an impressive 121 meters (397 feet) into a peaceful, tree-lined valley, creating a truly captivating sight. Surrounded by the majestic woodlands of the Powerscourt Estate, this natural wonder has been enchanting visitors since the 18th century. Its enchanting beauty has even made it a popular filming location for movies and TV shows, adding to its magical allure. Enjoy the soothing sounds of cascading water, explore the scenic walking trails, and immerse yourself in the tranquility of this unforgettable destination.
- Glendalough Monastic Settlement - Nestled in the “valley of the two lakes,” Glendalough is a historic treasure surrounded by breathtaking scenery. It was established as a monastic retreat in the sixth century by Saint Kevin. As visitors wander around the remnants of the ancient city, they can learn about Ireland’s spiritual and historical heritage. Lunch can be enjoyed at a nearby restaurant.
- Hollywood - Head to Hollywood, the original settlement named before its famous counterpart in California, blending historical intrigue with scenic views. A playful nod to its well-known namesake, Wicklow’s version of the Hollywood sign is a sight to see.
- Molly Malone Statue - Return to Dublin’s fair city at approximately 4:30 pm. Thank you for joining us!
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle and USB ports
- All activities admission
- Driver/guide
- Wifi on board
- Transportation to and from Dublin
- Air-conditioned vehicle and USB ports
- All activities admission
- Driver/guide
- Wifi on board
- Transportation to and from Dublin
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Additional Information
Ireland is brimming with hidden gems, where breathtaking landscapes blend with rich history. One such treasure is Glendalough and the Wicklow Mountains. The tour departs from Dublin at 9:30 AM, beginning with a picturesque drive through the Irish countryside. The first destination is Powerscourt Waterfall, offering up to an hour for exploration and…
Ireland is brimming with hidden gems, where breathtaking landscapes blend with rich history. One such treasure is Glendalough and the Wicklow Mountains. The tour departs from Dublin at 9:30 AM, beginning with a picturesque drive through the Irish countryside. The first destination is Powerscourt Waterfall, offering up to an hour for exploration and photography. Following this, the tour visits the historic Glendalough Monastery, established in the 6th century, with two hours allocated for exploration and lunch (not included). The final stop is the original Hollywood. Experience Ireland’s beauty on this memorable day trip!
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
- Breaks will be taken at service stations in road, where you can buy food and use the toilet facilities.
Location
Molly Malone Statue
Suffolk Street
Please be there 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Jennifer_t
Nov 25, 2024
Magical Day - Our guide Flann was humorous, interesting and a great driver with great recommendations. Farmer Micheal with his sheep dog demo was so fun! Maggie and Sal (the dogs) are so energetic and talented. The show is mesmerizing and the scenic countryside is gorgeous. He has a small shop so don’t leave your money on the van - you’ll definitely need a souvenir. All of our stops unique. The stories were magical Irish history and relevant to understanding this beautiful country. We loved every minute!
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Deedee_l
Nov 21, 2024
Very Beautiful and the Sheep Dogs are amazing - I have been to Ireland before but had not done this tour .it was a chilly day but this was a beautiful tour and I love the Sheep Dog Demo .
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Latalpina
Sep 5, 2024
Thank you Jonathan 💚 - Thank you so much Jonathan for this amazing tour.
Great value for price, we had a long tour and discovered many things about Ireland. We loved when our driver sang 2 songs for us, namely Grace and the Rattling Bog, which I still have in my mind one month later! Great way to discover the history and culture of the Emerald Isle. Definitely recommend!
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Maria_s
Aug 27, 2024
A great jaunt to see rural Ireland. - We loved our visit to the farm and so grateful that they took the time to demonstrate the dog training and tell us stories of what farming is like today, as well as future challenges. Glendalough is beautiful! We packed picnic snacks (though there are food trucks available onsite), this gave us more time to meander and snap photos. We were back in the city for an early dinner and plenty of time to enjoy night life. :)
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Madis_u
Aug 26, 2024
Nice day out. - Sheepdog demo, beautiful landscapes and magnificent wievs. Intetesting tourguide. Highly reccomended.
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Emer_g
Aug 23, 2024
Lovely day out in nature. - Great day out. Started at a nice time 9.30am. Delighted to see we had a commentator to educate us during our trip. He was both interesting and knowledgeable. The sheep dog demo was great fun. Glendalough is just beautiful. Learnt a lot about the Monastery there also. Nice drive with great views of the countryside. We got back at a good time too.
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Lauren
Aug 23, 2024
A great trip at a great value - Warwick,our guide, and Carl, our driver were exceptional! Wonderful history, folklore, and even singing and traditional Irish music. The sheep herding farm and dog demo was authentic and Glendalough was simply beautiful. Well worth the trip!
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Karen_k
Sep 3, 2024
Beautiful areas, need a better guide - Sheepdog demonstration was fascinating and unique. Views of Wicklow, Glendalough were amazing. Would love to go back to Glendalough at a less crowded time of year. The tour guide was misinformed re:history. He told us the Book of Kells was drawn by children. No mention of the monks.. ?? Then in response to a question about when the “Priest’s House” at Glendalough was constructed, he said 1700s. The sign right in front of him clearly said it was erected in the 12th century, and this is kind of obvious given the history of the remaining structures. Very little history of the area given. Disappointing b/c other tours we have taken gave lots of fascinating (verified) info. The driver and guide were very nice but please fix the speaker system in the bus. The constant squeal and sharp tones it gave every time they spoke was incredibly annoying and painful on the ears.
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Sarah_h
Aug 28, 2024
Tour stops were great, tour guide was not - The places were great ESPECIALLY the sheep hearding demonstration. Very informative. Our driver however was not so great. Lots of confusion.
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Brad_f
Sep 21, 2024
Did not receive trip we had paid for - We arrived for our scheduled tour time and when our driver was 20 minutes late I called the company only then to be informed that not only had they changed the time for 1 hour later, it also was not the tour we had originally purchased. We asked for a refund of which they refused. The replacement tour that we were given was cheaper than our original tour so they would only give us back the cost difference. We had a group of 9 and we were disappointed because the reason we had purchased our original tour was the part that had been canceled; the aerial walkway views of Avondale. The replacement tour was also said to have included a walking tour with our guide through Hollywood but instead we were pointed to a hillside that a broken “Hollywood” sign lay on the ground. We did enjoy the Glendalough tour/visit but that was to have been part of our original tour. Our group wanted to cancel the “replacement tour” and requested a refund but was denied. We went because we didn’t want to lose all of our money. Just be aware that they can change your time and tour without notice and you still have will be charged.
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