Kilkenny City, Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough Day Tour From Dublin
About this activity
Highlights
- Guided walking tours included in Kilkenny and Glendalough
- Scenic drive through the Wicklow Mountains National Park
- Photo stop at the Wicklow Gap (weather permitting)
- Visit a traditional sheep farm with live sheepdog demonstration
- Travel with a dedicated driver and expert guide
- Comfortable coach travel with onboard WiFi
Full description
After exploring Kilkenny during an included guided walking tour, the route continues through the Wicklow Mountains National Park, where winding roads, open valleys, and mountain views reveal a quieter side of Ireland. A stop at a traditional sheep farm near Laragh offers visitors the chance to see a working sheepdog demonstration and learn more about everyday farming life, an important tradition that has shaped the landscape for generations.
Throughout the journey, your guide shares stories of Irish history, folklore, and local life while a dedicated driver ensures a smooth and comfortable experience. At Glendalough, guests join a guided walk through one of Ireland’s most important early Christian settlements, followed by free time to explore monastic ruins, lakeside paths, and woodland scenery at their own pace.
With onboard WiFi, comfortable transport, and a balance of guided experiences and independent exploration, this tour is designed for travellers who want to experience Ireland’s history and natural beauty in an informative yet relaxed way on a day trip from Dublin.
Included / Excluded
- Professional driver and expert tour guide
- Round-trip transport by comfortable coach from Dublin
- Guided walking tour of Kilkenny
- Guided walking tour of Glendalough
- Visit to a traditional sheep farm with live sheep dog demonstration
- Scenic drive through the Wicklow Mountains National Park
- Photo stop at the Wicklow Gap (weather permitting)
- Onboard WiFi
- Meals and beverages
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities (optional)
- Bathrooms on board
Meeting point
Start Location
Gresham
Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin, 23 O'Connell Street Upper, North City, Dublin, D01 C3W7, Ireland
Primary meeting point: 8.10 AM Outside the main entrance of Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin, 23 Upper O'Connell Street, Dublin 1, D01 C3W7. Alternative pickup points: 8:20 AM: Bus Stop, 33 College Green / Dame Street, Dublin 2, D02 DD76 (next to Hawksmoor Restaurant) 8:30 AM: Leonardo Hotel Dublin Christchurch, Dublin 8, D08 REK7
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Know before you book
- Tour operates in English
- This is a full-day tour with moderate walking involved
- Not suitable for children aged 2 years and under
- Weather conditions may affect visibility and photo stops
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain
- Bring a light rain jacket, Irish weather can change quickly
- Bring a camera or phone for scenic photo opportunities
- Food stops are available during the day, but meals are not included
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Reviews
Awesome trip with a very experienced guide that gave us helpful tips for us to enjoy our day. He also had some great stories to entertain us.
This is a trip that you should not miss! Our guide, Padraic, was charming and provided information on the history and culture of Ireland. The Cliffs of Moher are breathtaking! We also saw smaller towns and stopped in Galway to shop and dine. Our driver, PJ, was a skilled driver who negotiated many tight spots successfully. Quite a day trip!
It was a wonderful tour! Our tour guide was wonderful however, and this is a VERY big however. JP the driver of the bus kept falling asleep at the wheel!!! I was in the first row of the bus and watched him close his eyes at least 5 times. I had to signal to another passenger to get our tour guide from the back of the bus to come up and keep him awake. The roads were windy and we were going at a fast speed. I’ve never been so scared in my life. My husband and I felt like we couldn’t take our eyes off of him. When he fell asleep his head would roll to the side and it would wake him up. TERRIFIED doesn’t even describe how we felt. I was generous in giving a four star. If I could rate the driver alone it would be a one. I will think before I schedule with wildrover tours.