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
Health & restrictions
Age, Height, Weight
- Minimum age: 3
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Reviews
Very well designed tour! Perfectly executed by David and Joe. Every single detail led to an absolute enjoyable experience. Totally recomended.
My husband and I took the Cliffs of Moher and Galway City tour from Dublin on Saturday November 7th. Matt was our guide and Stipe was our amazing driver. I couldn't believe how deftly he managed that massive bus around those winding roads and narrow turns but he did it and made it look easy. He was great about slowing down for photo ops and even stopped to feed some ponies (who obviously recognized him!!). The tour itself was great. We stopped for comfort breaks as needed and two destinations were fantastic. The cliffs have been a bucket list item for me for years and it was just as breathtaking as I thought it would be. It was crowded and I was not prepared for the mass of little flys at the peak, but it was so worth it. Draw dropping beauty. Galway, at the last the part we saw, was a little crowded for my taste but I think that's because of the Christmas market and it was a Saturday night so lots of people out having fun. Oddly, we ate in the King's Head pub and I had one of the best meals I've had here in Ireland!! I've saved the best for last. Matt's tour was incredible. I know he gets paid to be engaging and charming and he was, but he was also so sincere about his love for his country, and Ireland's rich, and sadly all too often tragic history. He genuinely left me wanting to dig deeper and learn more about this jewel of an island, from the days of Palladius through today. We happened to be in the front row of the bus and he was very patient with our many one-off questions haha! On the way back to Dublin, the music sound system wasn't working so he led us all in a bit of sing-along! What a craic!! (thanks, for the new word Matt). I hope you love what you do as much as you seem to and as much I loved learning from you.
What a great day! Beautiful scenery on the bus ride and Caolan was an excellent tour guide. He was entertaining, kind, and knowledgeable about the history. The stops were wonderful. Giant's Causeway was amazing! Thanks for a fantastic experience!