Private Tour of Glendalough, Wicklow & Powerscourt Gardens starting from Dublin

Taking a private tour to County Wicklow means you are free to customize it however you like; let your guide know where your interests lie and he or she will be happy to change the stops or the durations to accommodate your preferences. After Dublin hotel pickup, sit back in your private tour vehicle and enjoy the scenery while your guide takes care of navigation and directions on the east coast route to Wicklow Gaol. Once you arrive, take an interactive tour led by actor guides to understand the history of its prisoners and make a stop in the Genealogy Room to trace your Irish ancestry.

Continue on to Avoca village, where you’ll make a lunch stop and have some time to shop for some of the town’s famous handicrafts. After that, depart for Glendalough, a monastic city founded in the sixth century where you can explore the grounds and the ruins.

The day’s last stop is Powerscourt Gardens, established in 1731. Take your time to walk through the sweeping terraces, statues, ornamental lakes, secret hollows, and rambling walks. 

End your day with convenient drop-off back in Dublin. 

• Round-trip transportation so you can focus on the scenery
• Multiple stops to get the feel of County Wicklow as a whole
• Private guide provides engaging commentary tailored to your interests

Get to know the verdant County Wicklow on this private tour, which includes personalized attention and has all the details arranged ahead of time. Depart Dublin in a private vehicle and relax on the ride, enjoying the scenery and your guide's commentary as you travel. Highlights include Avoca village, Powerscourt Gardens, and the sixth-century ruins at Glendalough.

At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
At time of booking, guests must provide preferred start time. This can be changed via contact anytime before the tour date
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Infant seats available upon request
Tour lasts approx 6 Hours. Additional sights mentioned in description can be included but may increase tour time. Hourly rates can be discussed directly with your guide on the day.
A maximum of 4 people per booking unless requested via notes on booking.
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
All vehicles are a saloon vehicle and licensed to carry 4 passengers. As this requires 3 persons to sit in the back seats it may get a little cramped should everyone be tall. To request a minivan please add this to your notes.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate