Things to do in County Kildare, Province of Leinster: The Best Tours

Take a historic and leisurely relaxed stroll through the Main Street and the Rye River Walkway, Leixlip, Co Kildare. This tour brings to life the events that shaped the town we know today. From Viking raids to the Norman invasion to Modern day Leixlip, this tour will surprise you and open your mind and you will soon realise how historic Leixlip actually is. Learn about the founding of Leixlip when the Viking settelers once called this place home all those years ago. Discover how the Anglo-Normans then took over and built such huge structures like Leixlip Castle and St Marys Church, and find out the connections with Maynooth Castle and Confey Castle Grave robbing Visit the home town of Guinness and discover how it all began for Arthur Guinness here in this little village. The Rye River and how it powered a booming Rye River Whiskey Distillery And much more hidden secrets and gems. The walk typically takes 90 minutes and can be tailored to the interests of the group.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Live Guide

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A magical day tour that includes a unique blend of touring the rugged mountainous landscape known as Wicklow "Garden of Ireland" to the lush pastures and very best of farmland in Ireland, counties Kilkenny and Kildare, renowned for the breeding of thoroughbred race horses, arable farming and dairy.Traveling by luxury coach with free wifi, you'll head into Ireland's south-east region - an area as historically interesting as it is beautiful. Visit Kilkenny City and Castle grounds, the monastic settlement of Glendalough from 600 ad and then visit a working sheep farm in the Wicklow Mountains and participate in the collie sheep dog trials,chat with the Shepherd and his family and mingle with the lambs, sheep dogs and any other animals you may wish while on the farm. Uniquely you have a dedicated tour guide to entertain you and a separate dedicated driver to ensure your safety while touring. Ample opportunities to eat and avail of restroom facilities. Free guided walking tours are optional.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup from selected hotels in Dublin, Complimentary walking tours of of Kilkenny Medieval City & Glendalough Monastic Site, Stop at Wicklow Gap glacial valley, Free unlimited 4G Wi-Fi available on the coach, Irish sheep farm visit & sheep dog demonstration herding sheep,handle lambs all year & collie dogss , Guided walking tours in Kilkenny City & Glendalough Monastic Site, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel drop off

Leave the car behind, and sit back and relax on board one of our luxury coaches on a day trip to Kildare Chic Outlet. With various pick-up points throughout Northern Ireland such as Newtownabbey, Belfast, Lisburn and Banbridge.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Tour escort/host, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Enjoy free access to more than 25 top Dublin attractions for one great-value price with the Dublin Pass. Get complimentary entry to the famous Guinness Storehouse, Dublin Zoo, Dalkey Castle and other visitor draws and landmarks, and enjoy convenient skip-the-line access to select attractions. Sightsee at your leisure with your free 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour. Catch generous discounts at select shops, restaurants and more. Choose from 1-, 2-, 3-, 4- or 5-day validity and, armed with your pass (available as your "ticket" after purchase), enjoy the freedom to create own itinerary, helped by your complimentary Dublin guidebook.

Inclusions: Dublin Pass, Free 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour, Free digital Dublin guidebook, Skip-the-line access to select Dublin attractions

Exclusions: Food and drinks, other than the special offers specified in the Dublin guidebook

Your Guide Cairín O'Connor has a good insight into Horseracing and the Horse industry in Ireland. She and her team of Guides are Horselovers. They will take you to the Irish National Stud in the morning. There will be a guided tour and time to explore on your own. As the Races are held in various locations the venue for lunch may be a local pub en route to the race track or it may be at the racetrack. You will get to meet a local Jockey and your guide will explain how to study the form and place a bet. There is ample time to socialize at the Racetrack and you can stop for a drink on the way back to Dublin. Irish people love their horses. This tour ensures you are among them for a day.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Entry fees to the Irish National Stud and the Racecourse is included plus a Racecard for that day.

Exclusions: The Tour price does not include lunch or alcoholic beverages. Water is available in the car.

Combine serene spiritual locations with wild natural landscapes on this journey to the western edge of Ireland. On this tour, you discover the best of this famous area. But that’s not all. On the way to and from this region, you get to experience two of Ireland’s most spiritual locations. You visit the monastic site of Glendalough concealed within a peaceful valley. And you survey the views from the Rock of Cashel, a ruined cathedral-fortress steeped in stories of St. Patrick. Join this journey and discover the wild landscapes and sensational legends of South West Ireland.

Inclusions: 2 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast, Professional Driver Guide, Small-group tour (maximum 16 passengers), Transport by top of the range 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach

Exclusions: Gratuities, Meals and refreshments, Admission fees