Explore the beautiful landscape and cinematic scenery of the 'Hollywood of Ireland'.
Jewel of Ireland: Private Driving Tour of Glendalough and the Wicklow Mountains
Summary Description
Description
With spectacular natural beauty at every turn, it is no wonder that County Wicklow draws visitors from around the world.
Enjoy the scenic coastal and mountain drive past Killiney to historical GlendaloughExplore the many intact structures of Glendalough's 6th century monastic settlementDiscover some of Ireland's most striking panoramic views
Coastal Drive
At the beginning of the day, you will be picked up by a comfortable, private vehicle and whisked south along the picturesque Irish coast. You will pass the historic towns of Dun Laoghaire, Dalkey and Killiney on the way, the latter of which is one of Ireland’s most exclusive residential areas, boasting local celebrities such as Enya and U2’s Bono. Your guide will share the weird and wonderful stories associated with these places, before turning inland towards the imperious Wicklow Mountains.
Wicklow Mountains and Glendalough
Carved out by a glacier during the last ice age, the valley of Glendalough is one of the natural jewels in Ireland’s crown and is historically important too. After a scenic drive through the mountains, your guide will lead you around Glendalough’s 6th century monastic settlement founded by St. Kevin complete with round tower, a cathedral and many smaller churches.
After a hearty pub lunch in the nearby area, the scenic landscape of the countryside awaits you. Decide with your guide whether you would like to explore the glacial lakes, walk through the wild heather paths or simply wander wherever your feet may take you - the choice is up to you.
We built this tour because it allows visitors the time and knowledge to explore Ireland's natural beauty.
Included / Excluded
What's Included
- Your own comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
- A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
- Plenty of time to take photos of the spectacular scenery
What's Not Included
- Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way
- Gratuities (optional)
Start / End Locations
Start Location: 123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, United States
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- This is a driving tour although some walking is involved
- Cost of transportation on the day is included
Know Before You Go
- Please bring comfortable walking shoes
- Please bring any medical requirements you need throughout the day
- In summer, please remember to bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water
Cancellation
Cancellation Policy: standard
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Additional Information
Not wheelchair accessible
FAQ
Who do I contact if I have any questions about this tour or if I want to make changes to my tour?
At Travel Curious, we provide a free concierge service to help you plan your time abroad and they will be able to answer any questions you may have about this tour or any other tours. We are normally able to customise or personalise tours to suit your needs.Please do get in touch by either using the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, sending an email to or calling 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).,
Am I able to book more than one tour?
Absolutely, you can book as many tours as you like! You can add them to your cart by clicking the ‘Book Now’ button or you can get in touch and we can put together an itinerary for you. To get in touch, you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).,
Will there be other people on the tour or is it just us?
All of our tours are 100% private and exclusive, which means that it will just be you, your group and your guide on the tour.Your tour will be completely tailored to your needs and we will make sure to find a guide that best suits your group.,
What is your cancellation policy?
On tours cancelled more than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are happy to offer our customers a full refund - minus a 5% credit card fee and the cost of any tickets that have been purchased.For tours cancelled less than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are unfortunately unable to offer refunds. If you would like to reschedule a tour, this is usually possible if we are given enough notice, but we cannot guarantee the same guide.Changes made to bookings may be subject to rebooking fees to cover the cost of tickets purchased, transport, guide rescheduling and administration.To cancel or change your booking, please contact us at or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).,
Are entrance tickets and transport included in the cost of the tour?
In the ‘Things to Know’ section at the top of this page you will find details of whatever entrance tickets and transport are included in the tour. If you have any questions about this, then you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).,
About operator:
Travel Curious, based in Shoreditch/London, researches, creates and owns immersive, cultural tours and experiences in cities throughout the world. We provide our tours and experiences as a service to the travel industry and are privileged to name some of the biggest global brands as our partners
Basic Information
- Duration: 8 hours
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
- Trip difficulty: Moderate
- Max Group Size: 10
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