🏨 Glendalough Day Tour from Dublin: Including Kilkenny City Activity

Glendalough Day Tour from Dublin: Including Kilkenny City

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 9 hours

Departs: Dublin, Dublin

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

Discover the true beauty of Ireland on this wonderful day trip to the monastic site of Glendalough and oh-so colorful Kilkenny, the medieval capital of Ireland.

Wicklow

Visit St. Kevin's monastic city at Glendalough famed for its rounds towers, and Celtic crosses which will provide you with a true insight into the workings of an early Christian monastery. Glendalough, known as the valley of 2 Lakes and surrounded by dense forests.

Wicklow Gap

Enjoy the rolling hills of Wicklow, the magnificent peeat bogs, and dramatic waterfalls. Featured in many blockbuster movies, Wicklow is knows as the Garden of Ireland and this area is a favorite of many Dublin city dwellers as they escape the hustle and bustle of Dublin city.

Kilkenny

Once the capital of Ireland in the middle-ages, it is renowned for its magnificent Norman Castle dating back to 12th century.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Live commentary on board

Pick-up and drop off in Dublin (Refer to voucher for further information)

Professional guide

USB ports at every seat

WiFi on board

What's Not Included

Entrance to Kilkenny Castle

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Traveler Information

YOUTH: Age: 0 - 18
ADULT: Age: 19 - 99

Additional Info

Children must be accompanied by an adult
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
If you wish to change your reservation to one of the other pick-up locations offered by Paddywagon Tours, you will need to contact us by telephone or email not later than 17:00 the evening prior so that we can guarantee the change. Please note that change
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Public transportation options are available nearby
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Specialized infant seats are available
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

Children must be accompanied by an adult
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
If you wish to change your reservation to one of the other pick-up locations offered by Paddywagon Tours, you will need to contact us by telephone or email not later than 17:00 the evening prior so that we can guarantee the change. Please note that change
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Public transportation options are available nearby
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Specialized infant seats are available
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

Cancellation Policy

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

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

Paddywagon Tours

Depart Dublin for this award winning and brilliant day trip with your 100% Irish Tour Guide. We travel south and begin our journey into County Wicklow,passing through beautiful countryside in the Wicklow mountains most notably the Sugar Loaf Mountains while making our way towards Glendalough.

• Admission Ticket Free

Glendalough Monastic Settlement

Glendalough - one of the most beautiful visitor sights in all of Ireland, is also known for the Braveheart wedding scenes. It's renowned for its magnificent scenery and rich and varied heritage in terms of history and archaeology. You will have time to explore the ruined monastic city famed for St. Kevin's Cross and its round tower dating back to 10th century. We take time to take a leisurely stroll along the river banks through the woods to the magnificent lakes, waterfalls and babbling brooks. Be sure to bring your camera! You will enjoy 1,5 hrs at Glendalough.

Hollywood Blockbusters 'PS I Love You' and 'Braveheart'

If you're a fan of the Hollywood Blockbusters 'PS, I Love You' and 'Braveheart' then you will now officially be on the set! You'll understand why Mel Gibson (an Irish passport holder) chose the Wicklow mountains to be the Highlands of Scotland, and Glendalough to be the spot for the wedding scene. And then of course there are all the romantic scenes from 'PS I Love You', this is where Hilary Swank met Gerard Butler for the first time so who knows you you might meet ;)

1 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Wicklow Mountains National Park

We travel over the Wicklow Gap, which takes us way up into the Wicklow Mountains. This route allows spectacular panoramic views of the landscape, with amazing scenery stretching as far as the eye can see. We view traditional Irish bogs which provide the Irish householder with the source of energy that fuels our fires and provides power for many uses. Through the Wicklow Gap we also pass Turlogh waterfall, one of Ireland's most dramatic waterfalls and highest reservoir.

• Admission Ticket Free

Kilkenny

Arrive in Kilkenny, once the medieval capital of Ireland back in the 11th century. Situated on the banks of the river Nore, enjoy the picturesque windy and cobblestone streets. Explore the gardens of the famed Norman Castle dating back to the 1100s. Consider going inside and taking a tour of its palatial interior for a small optional fee. You have plenty of time to wander the streets and visit the Black Abbey or possibly see the Cathedral of Saint Canice with its magnificent round tower. With our guaranteed 2hrs stop you shall also have plenty of time for relaxed lunch and maybe try a pint of Kilkenny in Kilkenny. This a magnificent city to enjoy and savor and shall be a highlight of your visit to Ireland.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

We take a leisurely drive back to Dublin thought the County of Kildare, and arrive back in the early evening (approx 6 pm) with plenty of time to attend a traditional evening with plenty of songs and stories after an amazing day out.

• Admission Ticket Free

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