☘️KILKENNY AND WICKLOW TOUR FROM DUBLIN (COACH)
Tour Description
Ireland's medieval capital - Kilkenny, the magnificent Wicklow Mountains and Glendalough.
Discover the true beauty of Ireland on this wonderful Day Tour to the monastic site of Glendalough and oh-so colorful Kilkenny, the medieval capital of Ireland.
Benny's Tip
**Bring a sandwich or snack on the road with you……good for you and good for your budget! **Pack for all weather (even in summer) - Ireland’s weather can change fast. Bring layers, a good rain jacket, and waterproof shoes—sunshine in the morning doesn’t mean it won’t rain in the afternoon.
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Tour Highlights
- Wicklow Gap
- Traditional Irish bogs
- St. Kevin's monastic city
- Norman Kilkenny Castle dating back to the 1100s
- Glendalough
- "Braveheart" wedding scenes
- Turlogh waterfall
- Cathedral of Saint Canice
Tour Itinerary
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. Glendalough 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...
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.
Glendalough
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 who you might meet.
Wicklow Mountains
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.
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.
Return to Dublin
You 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.
About this trip
The famous Kilkenny & Glendalough day tour!
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 and romantic babbling brooks this is truly the picture-postcard vision of Ireland. You have come to enjoy and explore.
Enjoy the rolling hills of Wicklow, the magnificent peat 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. 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. With its narrow street and colorful shops and buildings, Kilkenny is unique as a city and a mecca for those who choose to visit. This a magnificent city to enjoy and savor and shall be a highlight of your visit to Ireland.
Why Choose this Tour
- See all of the highlights in just one day
- Stress-Free Planning – All the details are handled, so you can relax and fully enjoy the experience
- Ireland's most luxurious fleet
- Ireland's most experienced guides
- Free 4G unlimited WiFi & USB ports
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