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Wicklow, Glendalough & Kilkenny: Tour from Dublin

Day Trip
  • Dublin
  • Ireland

Explore Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and Kilkenny with an expert guide from Dublin. Book now!

From
€40
per person

About

Start time:

08:45

Duration:

9 hours 15 mins

Smartphone tickets accepted

Instant ticket delivery

Max group size:

63

Free cancellation

Free rescheduling

Live Guide:

English.

Overview

When visiting Ireland, nature lovers must take a tour of the Wicklow Mountain range and Glendalough. Add the medieval city of Kilkenny, and you have an exciting day tour.

Start your day by visiting the Wicklow mountain range on a coach from Dublin.

Your trip continues to the historic city of Kilkenny. Here, your tour guide will answer all your queries about the city’s history and culture.

What's Included

Roundtrip from Dublin

Entry to Wicklow National Park/ Glendalough monastic settlement

Guided Walking Tour of Glendalough

Guided historical walking tour of Kilkenny

Luxury touring coach

What's Not Included

Lunch

Admission to Kilkenny Castle

Instructions

  • 08:30, meet at the “COLLINS” coach parked near the front end of Riu Plaza, Gresham Hotel
  • Show your smartphone ticket to your tour operator and board the coach

Additional Info

Itinerary:

08:45 Depart O’Connell St. Upper (in front of the Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Hotel)

10:15 Arrive Glendalough (tour through Glendalough Valley and entry to Glendalough Monastic Settlement)

11:30 Travel across the Wicklow Gap (photo opportunities, entry to Wicklow Mountains National Park)

13:15 Arrive Kilkenny (walking tour of Kilkenny City)

16:15 Depart Kilkenny

18:00 Arrive Dublin City Centre (Westmoreland Street ,near Trinity College)

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellation is possible until 24 hours before your visit date
  • Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit date

Tips

  • Dress in layers to adapt to changing weather across the mountains and medieval streets.
  • Charge your phone fully, as there are great photo stops in Glendalough and Wicklow Gap.
  • Use the free time in Kilkenny to explore the castle grounds or grab a bite in a local pub.
  • Ask your guide questions, they’re full of fascinating stories about Ireland’s ancient east.
  • Don’t forget to bring water and snacks for the road to stay refreshed between stops.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wicklow, Glendalough & Kilkenny: Tour from Dublin

This day tour includes roundtrip transport from Dublin, entry to Wicklow National Park and the Glendalough Monastic Settlement, a guided walking tour of Glendalough, and a historical walking tour of Kilkenny. The tour also includes travel on a luxury coach for a comfortable journey.

The Wicklow, Glendalough & Kilkenny tour lasts approximately 10 hours, starting at 08:45 AM from Dublin and returning around 6:00 PM. This gives you ample time to explore Glendalough, the Wicklow Mountains, and Kilkenny.

Lunch is not included in the tour price. However, you will have free time to enjoy lunch in Kilkenny, where there are plenty of local cafes and restaurants to choose from.

No, admission to Kilkenny Castle is not included in the tour. However, you will be able to enjoy a guided historical walking tour of Kilkenny. If you'd like to visit Kilkenny Castle, it can be done on your own during the tour.

The tour departs from O'Connell Street Upper, in front of the Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Hotel, at 08:45 AM. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure to check in and board the coach.

The itinerary for the tour is as follows: 08:45 AM: Depart from Dublin. 10:15 AM: Arrive at Glendalough for a guided tour through the Glendalough Valley and the Monastic Settlement. 11:30 AM: Photo opportunities and entry to Wicklow Mountains National Park. 01:15 PM: Arrive in Kilkenny for a walking tour of the city. 04:15 PM: Depart Kilkenny. 06:00 PM: Return to Dublin City Centre, near Trinity College.

The tour departs from O'Connell Street Upper, near Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Hotel. Please meet your tour operator at the COLLINS coach parked near the front end of the hotel. Your smartphone ticket should be shown to board the coach.

Yes, you can cancel or reschedule your booking up to 24 hours before the scheduled tour date. Please review the cancellation policy during booking for further details.

The tour coach is wheelchair accessible, but we recommend contacting the tour provider in advance to confirm specific accessibility requirements for individual stops on the itinerary.

Yes, children are welcome on the Wicklow, Glendalough & Kilkenny tour. However, a child ticket may be required depending on age, and it's recommended to check with the tour operator for specific child ticket pricing.

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