Wild Wicklow Tour: Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough & Guinness Lake

4.8(3653)7 hours - 9 hoursEnglishBook 2 hours aheadDublin, Ireland

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Smaller Coach. Wilder Roads. The Best of Wicklow.

Unlike many larger coach tours, our smaller coach takes you beyond the main roads and deeper into the Wicklow Mountains, with access to spectacular mountain roads, valleys and viewpoints that larger vehicles often cannot reach.

Travel with one of our expert local guides for a fun, relaxed day filled with scenery, history, stories and plenty of time to experience Wicklow.

Highlights: scenic drive along Dublin’s southern coast, Killiney Hill, Avoca Handweavers (Kilmacanoge), Sally Gap, Lough Tay (Guinness Lake), Glendalough’s ancient monastic site and free time to explore the Valley of the Two Lakes. Finish with a complimentary taste of Glendalough Whiskey.

Winter itinerary – 1 November to 4 April: Killiney Hill and Avoca are normally excluded, allowing more time for the Wicklow Mountains, Lough Tay and Glendalough. Winter tours usually return to Dublin by 4:00–4:30pm.

Included

Complimentary taste of Glendalough Irish Whiskey
The Wicklow Mountains tour that visits Sally Gap and Lough Tay (Guinness Lake)
Free time to explore Glendalough and the Valley of the Two Lakes
By small coach you'll journey far beyond the main roads, to the most awe-inspiring viewpoints
Professional Wild Wicklow Guide

Not included

Lunch not included, but options from Pub Lunch, to a Deli Sandwich available at the village lunch stop
Hiking – This is a sightseeing tour and is not designed for those seeking a hiking experience
Gratuities (optional)

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What you'll do

Killiney Hill
Killiney Hill Rd, Killiney, Ireland
After meeting your guide at one of our central Dublin pickup points, settle into our smaller coach and travel south along Dublin Bay. At Killiney Hill, enjoy a short walk to a panoramic viewpoint with spectacular views across the bay and coastline before we turn inland towards the Wicklow Mountains. Winter itinerary (1 November–4 April): Killiney Hill is normally not included as we operate a shorter route designed around the reduced winter daylight.
40 min
Stop at Avoca Handweavers in Kilmacanogue for a relaxed coffee break
Enjoy a coffee and freshly baked scone, browse the shop and discover a range of Irish gifts and locally inspired products. Food and shopping are at your own expense. Winter itinerary (1 November–4 April): Avoca is normally not included as we operate a shorter route designed around the reduced winter daylight.
25 min
Saint Kevins - Catholic Church Glencree
Saint Kevins Church Glencree Visitor Centre, Glencree, Enniskerry, Ireland
Leaving Avoca, our smaller coach takes a route larger tour coaches can’t, travelling through Enniskerry and Glencree and deep into the Wild Wicklow Mountains towards the spectacular Sally Gap.
Sally Gap
Wicklow Mountains, Cloghoge, Wicklow, Ireland
Continuing our drive through the Wicklow Mountains National Park and Sally Gap. View the park’s upper slopes, blanketed in heather and bog before stopping at Lough Tay (The Guinness Lake" ) a true wonder and film location for Braveheart, PS I Love You and Vikings TV series.
30 min
Afterward, your group will visit a traditional Irish pub for lunch (own expense)
Relax, savour Irish home-cooking and sip on a creamy Guinness before heading to the glacial valley of Glendalough. Alternative options available if a pub lunch is not your thing. Ask you guide for info.
1 hour
Glendalough Monastic Settlement
Sevenchurches, Camaderry, County Wicklow, Ireland
Glendalough, the “Valley of the Two Lakes”, has drawn visitors for centuries with its dramatic scenery, ancient history and peaceful setting. Founded by St Kevin in the 6th century, its monastic settlement once included churches, guest houses, an infirmary and centres for manuscript writing. Join your guide to explore highlights including the famous Round Tower, then enjoy free time to discover the valley at your own pace. You can also walk through ancient woodland to the Upper Lake.
1h 30m
Back on board, enjoy a complimentary taste of Glendalough Whiskey as we begin ou
r return journey to Dublin, the perfect way to reflect on a memorable day in Wicklow.

Meeting and pickup

4 locations

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9.15am Opposite the Grand Canal Hotel, go 30 meters up the hill just before the car parking spaces

9am North City Pickup is at Cathal Brugha Street (just off O'Connell Street, at the corner of Cathal Brugha Street and Thomas Lane) Bus Stop Number 286

8.45am St Stephens Green (on the corner of the green across from the Shelbourne Hotel at Bus Stop number 791)

Photos of our stops and mapped locations are on our website: wildwicklow.ie/pickup-points

We normally return to the City by 5.30pm/6pm

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 5 years (this tour is not suitable for infants)
Minimum numbers apply in winter months. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.