Dublin: Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny Tour

From€45
10 hours
Dublin, Ireland

About this activity

Experience Ireland's rich history and natural beauty on a guided tour from Dublin, visiting Glendalough, Wicklow Mountains, and Kilkenny.

Highlights

  • Explore Glendalough's ancient monastic ruins
  • Stroll through Wicklow's scenic mountain trails
  • Discover Kilkenny's rich medieval heritage
  • Witness a live sheepdog demonstration
  • Enjoy picturesque views of the Irish countryside

Full description

Discover the enchanting landscapes and historical treasures of Ireland on this immersive day trip from Dublin. Begin with a visit to Glendalough, a 6th-century monastic site nestled in the heart of the Wicklow Mountains, where you'll explore ancient ruins and learn about its rich history. Next, journey through the stunning Wicklow Mountains, renowned for their breathtaking scenery, before arriving in Kilkenny. Here, delve into the city's medieval past with a guided tour of Kilkenny Castle and a walk along the Medieval Mile, uncovering tales of knights and artisans. Along the way, enjoy a captivating sheepdog demonstration, showcasing the traditional skills of Irish herding dogs. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, providing an unforgettable experience of Ireland's heritage.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided tour of Glendalough Monastic Site
  • Visit to Kilkenny Castle and Medieval Mile
  • Sheepdog demonstration in the Wicklow Mountains
  • Meals and beverages

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Pets are not permitted on the tour.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a light rain jacket, as weather can be unpredictable.
  • Carry a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and historic sites.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for small children. If they are very used to travelling on a bus tour and very used to walking, please book 1 seat per child and bring your own child seat.
  • Not recommended to those with walking disabilities (a fair amount of walking involved)
  • Not recommended for participants with back problems, with heart complaints, pregnant women or other serious medical conditions
  • If passengers are late to the pick up the bus will not wait for them even if they call the office before hand. Must make sure they are on time. If passengers are intoxicated at any stage of the tour they will not be allowed on/back on the bus.
  • The pick up point is in the City Centre so there is no parking available for passengers to leave their cars for the entire day.
  • Use the bathroom prior to coming to the pick up point. Bring a packed lunch and also wear comfortable clothing, comfortable shoes as well as a rainproof jacket.

Traveler reviews

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Great sites, terrible tour guide

Oli our guide had some seriously offensive bad breath, but by the end of the day he smelled of BO. He was entirely of unprofessional venting. He spent the trip openly bad-mouthing his boss and trash-talking a fellow tour guide, then threw a full meltdown over Sunday evening traffic as if congestion on a weekend were a personal insult. To top it off, his directions to the lake were completely wrong and had us wandering off-course end up on steep hill. The older lady next to me said he was the worst tour guide she ever had and I can’t say I disagree. The real hero of the day was the bus driver, who deserves a massive raise for remaining calm and professional while trapped in a moving vehicle with this level of incompetence and bad attitude. The final insult is he blew smoke in a bunch of ur faces while we were waiting to load the bus because he took a smoke break at 10 minute stop. The tour stops were wonderful, perfect timing if you don’t get told the wrong directions at the lake.

329hannajAug 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great time

Oli was our tour guide and was engaging throughout. Super cool tour which led us to the best part of Ireland. It is a whole day tour but you shouldn't feel too tired afterwards because you can practically do it at your own pace as most of the commentary happens on the bus. 10/10 will tour with this operator again.

Curious51961439424Aug 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

An amazing trip

We loved the tour with Oli and Deco. The places were amazing and Oli gave us a very passionate and detailed context to make it very special. We definitely recommend it!

SomaD568Aug 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Excellent

The experience was amazing. The guide Oli was really good and friendly.

582lizandragAug 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Day trip that worth the time

Excellent tour , guide (Ollie) and bus driver (Satash). Interesting dog show and all around.

walteraA2866HQAug 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Not recommended for small children. If they are very used to travelling on a bus tour and very used to walking, please book 1 seat per child and bring your own child seat. Not recommended to those with walking disabilities (a fair amount of walking involved) Not recommended for participants with back problems, with heart complaints, pregnant women or other serious medical conditions If passengers are late to the pick up the bus will not wait for them even if they call the office before hand. Must make sure they are on time. If passengers are intoxicated at any stage of the tour they will not be allowed on/back on the bus. The pick up point is in the City Centre so there is no parking available for passengers to leave their cars for the entire day. Use the bathroom prior to coming to the pick up point. Bring a packed lunch and also wear comfortable clothing, comfortable shoes as well as a rainproof jacket.