Dublin: Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny Tour

From€38
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

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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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A great day trip

A fantastic way to way to spend a day in the beautiful Irish countryside and towns south of Dublin.

Freedom53794935985Sep 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Delightful Delaney: The Bedt Tour Guide There Is

This was the second tour I did with Delaney on my trip, and she was absolutely stupendous!!! She’s very informative, exceptionally kind, and so very organized!!! On top of this, she’s extremely entertaining!!! We loved the sheepdog demonstration; Michael was great!!! Jitheesh was a good driver as well. He maneuvered the country roads brilliantly!!!

749sonyarSep 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Ireland fun

This was our 2nd tour with Delaney. We were so happy that we had her as our tour guide. Your company is lucky to have such a highly qualified guide. The driver Jitheesh did a good job of driving. Mike at the sheep dog presentation made it a fun presentation.

G2226XPallenbSep 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Fun trip 2

It was quite evident that Delaney was very knowledgeable and easy to understand. Jitheesh did a good job of driving.

D6822EHrandibSep 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Dogs and Castles with Delaney

We had an amazing day with our guide Delaney and our driver Jideesh at Kilkenny and Glendalough with a super fun time in the middle with the sheepdog demonstration. Delaney is very knowledgeable, helpful, and engaging.

rickreddellSep 20, 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.