Top Things to do in Vale of Glendalough
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Top 10 Tours in Vale of Glendalough, Province of Leinster
Discover the best top things to do in Vale of Glendalough, Ireland including Glendalough and Dublin City Excursion - Ship to shore, A day in Wicklow with a private guide! Scenery, history, & hiking (if you want!), Enchanting Private Day Trip to Wicklow Mountains, Scenic Wicklow countryside & Whiskey tasting private tour , Wicklow And Glendalough Tour From Dublin , Private Tour of Glendalough, Wicklow & Powerscourt Gardens starting from Dublin, Small-Group 6-Day Driftwood Ancient Ireland Tour from Dublin, Wild Wicklow Tour including Glendalough from Dublin, Glendalough,Wicklow and Kilkenny Tour including Sheepdog herding demonstration, Wicklow Day Trip with Horse Riding Including Glendalough Tour from Dublin.
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1. Glendalough and Dublin City Excursion - Ship to shore
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Be picked up from your ships docking point and brought up through the Dublin hills to Co. Wicklow (the Garden of Ireland) where our first stop will be at the scenically amazing Glendalough which has an ancient intact monastic city. You will spend at least 2 hours exploring the area or strolling along the beautiful lake shores or forest walks. Then it's back to Dublin City to be steeped all things Irish as we show you all the main sights that the city has to offer
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Port pickup and drop-off, The Wicklow Mountains, also known as the "Garden of Ireland", Glendalough Monastic Site, Dublin City Center walking tour, Air-conditioned vehicle, Luggage compartment
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By 310pp
Our guide was Karina and we couldn't have asked for a better one! She was brilliant and went way over the alloted 90 minutes. Very knowledgeable and a good laugh too, which we were in need of, it made for a very entertaining morning for myself and my son. Loved the little anecdotes from Bruce Springsteen to The beatles, as well as all the history, both modern and old. The recommendation of a good Whiskey shop was spot on and I'll look out for her in The Commitments film next time I watch it!
2. A day in Wicklow with a private guide! Scenery, history, & hiking (if you want!)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
This is a tour of Wicklow, given by someone who grew up here and loves it. The tour described is an outline of what we might do, but we have plenty of options. I can suggest other places to visit on our day, and can incorporate other site visits, within reason. I am a Driver/Guide so we have a car, have a guide, and can do what we like!! Sometimes I bring people to some of the lesser known spots - old bridges by dark rivers, or up a favourite mountain, or to a beautiful garden. Occasionally, I bring visitors to my family farm, where my father and brother enjoy meeting visitors, and showing them over the farm. This is a 300 year old farm house which has been in the family for 8 generations and sheep, cattle and poultry are kept. You will be expected to chat with the family and tell them where you are from too!
Inclusions: Private transportation
Exclusions: Food, drink, and all admissions are not included in the price of the tour.
Reviewed By greekislandperson
This tour was amazing. Led by a very highly informative and delightful lady called Dairine. Regardless of the ages and stages of this group, she made sure that everyone felt welcome and valued. She had obviously done her homework of the area and could keep us well informed and entertained for the duration of the trip. I would highly recommend to all all.
3. Enchanting Private Day Trip to Wicklow Mountains
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
The Wicklow Mountains hold a special place in the heart of Dubliners and are a must-see during your visit. Get ready for exhilarating hiking paths that transport you to lush gardens and deep-blue glacial lakes on an incredible private day trip. On this enchanting Irish experience, you won’t believe your eyes! You will see the most alluring scenery the Wicklow Mountains have to offer including a majestic waterfall and fascinating monastic ruins from centuries ago. From the fairytale Valley of the Two Lakes to the picturesque Powerscourt estate, discover why this land has been the embodiment of peace and tranquility for locals. Get ready for a scenic getaway of a lifetime as your local host captivates you with epic tales of ancient settlements. Learn how St. Kevin connected on a deeper level with nature and developed one of the most spiritual monasteries in Ireland. Wander around the remnants of this influential saint’s masterpiece and find out why it is the ultimate Irish pilgrimage.
Inclusions: Local Guide, Private Tour, Entrance ticket Waterfall, Driver, A/C car, Pick-up and drop-off
Exclusions: Food & drinks
Reviewed By MapDash
I loved these tours. Took them back in April of 2019. The first tour I took was a walking tour of Dublin. Ciaran was the tour guide. He was a total history buff and made the tour super interesting. The next day I went on a tour to a seaside village called Howth. I had a tour guide named Stephen. He was very cool and even preformed Shakespeare in the woods for his group. I hope to take these tours again one day.
4. Scenic Wicklow countryside & Whiskey tasting private tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
The absolute best and extremely luxurious whiskey tour and tasting combined with a slice of Dublin bay history & scenery and the rolling green glens of beautiful county Wicklow, the garden of Ireland. Great Irish food, traditional Irish music as we drive, making memories for you. The highest pub in Dublin, The Guinness lake, the secret rebel HQ bar hidden in the valley and a birds eye view of Dublin. . What a combination. My 4 pillars of every tour of History - Music - The craic (fun) - Guinness (or beers) When you book this tour it will always be presented by myself. Éamonn ChaperoneVIP Private Tours.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Still or sparkling., Chocolate for my guests.
Exclusions: Gratuities, Attraction admissions.
Reviewed By Kwumphred
Unfortunately due to COVID, our trip to IRELAND was canceled. However, I still wanted to leave a review to give praise to Eamonn. He was so incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and kind during all of our correspondence. I would recommend him just based on his honesty and integrity, he returned our deposit plus supplied me with websites to gain more information for our trip. I can't wait to get to Dublin to meet him and rely on his expertise to see the country. He made the trip planning seamless and stress-free! 5 stars well deserved.
5. Wicklow And Glendalough Tour From Dublin
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 14 reviews
Embark on a journey that takes you from the hustle and bustle of Dublin to the “Garden of Ireland”- Wicklow County .Departing from Dublin city center, we make our way along to such beautiful sites as the Glendalough Monastic site, Baltinglass Abbey, and a scenic drive across the Sally Gap. Additionally, we bring you to a working farm deep in the heart of Wicklow.The Wicklow area is full of historical and farming sites nestled within the mountains- come and explore them with us!
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By D_logan0221
What an absolute amazing time we had. We booked this company for two tours and could not believe what we got in return. We started the tour in the middle of Dublin. Only a ten minute walk from our hotel. We were met with Aidan, our tour guide. What an amazing person. Very professional, and a great story teller. He took such good care of us (thank you if you are reading this)! The drive was 3.5 hours to Cliffs of Moher, but I think he got us there a earlier. Aidan drove and told amazing stories about what we saw. The cliffs of course was breathtaking (unfortunately a little foggy, but nothing anyone could do about that). We then went to this seaside rock area, one of my favorite views on this trip. Beautiful. Followed lunch at a sweet resturant, then Galaway and back to Dublin. One schedule the entire time. This is well worth the price. Honestly my husband and I were shock at what we got for what we payed. Worth it 100%. Thank you for an amazing day, it was the highlight of our honeymoon!
6. Private Tour of Glendalough, Wicklow & Powerscourt Gardens starting from Dublin
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 31 reviews
Wicklow, best known as the "Garden of Ireland" gets its name from its surrounding greenery. Wicklow is at the heart of Ireland's Ancient East. Located only thirty minutes South of Dublin it has mountains, cliffs, sandy beaches, hidden lakes, bogs and friendly villages. Glendalough's 6th Century monastic site will have you following on in the footsteps of St Kevin. Explore Wicklow Jail and experience the troubled times of the Irish Rebellion that took place back in 1798. Wander around and get lost in the beautiful gardens of Powerscourt and if you've time, grab a photo at the largest waterfall in Ireland. This 6 hour private guided tour from Dublin will let you explore and experience Wicklow's amazing countryside. You'll have a local friendly and experienced guide who'll accompany you along the way. Our guides are natural story tellers full of passion and knowledgeable about the history of Ireland. They'll help you get the most out of your day.
Inclusions: Local Guide, Private tour, Round-trip private transfer from anywhere in Dublin, Bottled water, Free WIFI (Some vehicles)
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Additional Fee required if private collection from Dublin Airport
Reviewed By Travel_Beach_Teach
I wish I had not booked this through Tripadvisor. The communication was terrible. I had many questions about the tour but was told very little until the last minute, and ended up only going on half of the tour because of what I discovered what it was about. The tour guide we ended up with was great, but I wish I had been told ahead of time what to expect and I would have booked it and planned it a lot differently had I been aware. Next time I will try to go directly through the tour company to book it.
7. Small-Group 6-Day Driftwood Ancient Ireland Tour from Dublin
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 5 reviews
Discover eastern Ireland in 6 Days. From the wilderness of the Wicklow Mountains to the perfection of Waterford Crystal and the heritage of ancient Kilkenny; From the gourmet delights of Kinsale, to Cobh’s tragic history of Ireland’s emigration or the grandeur of Ireland’s greatest stately homes, this six day journey through one of Ireland’s most off-the-beaten-track regions is perfect for visitors who want to see a whole new side of Ireland’s ancient east.
Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, 5 nights accommodation, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Breakfast, Driver/guide, Small-group tour (16 Pax Maximum)
Exclusions: Entrance fees (Optional) Blarney Castle - €15 per person Kilkenny Castle - €8 per person Queenstown Experience - €9.50 per person The Ross Tapestry - €6 per person, Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By jenniger
Well I am like most of the others in recent reviews as I have not yet gone on my trip. I want to emphasize how marvelous Ciara was when I had to cancel and I have now rebooked the 11 day driftwood tour September 7. Would love to hear from anyone else booking that tour. One of the reasons I rebooked was the low deposit as even though did get my deposit back with no trouble last year I was uncomfortable at my age and who knows what’s gonna happen with Covid putting a large deposit down again. Marvelous communication and service and I’m sure my tour will be marvelous and I can write a great review when I have been
8. Wild Wicklow Tour including Glendalough from Dublin
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 2,578 reviews
The Wild Wicklow Tour from Dublin is the perfect introduction to Wicklow's stunning landscapes and ancient monastic site at Glendalough. During this one day "off the beaten track" coach tour you will see glacial valleys, barren boglands, mountain lakes (incl. the Guinness Lake) and famous locations from movies including Vikings, PS I Love You and Braveheart. This guided tour operates at a relaxed pace. Guests have plenty of time to enjoy each stop, to take photos, to walk the valley of two lakes and savour the natural beauty of the countryside all within 1 hour drive from Dublin. The guides are all local and have endless informative and amusing stories to share. The Wild Wicklow Tour lunch stop (own cost) is in a cosy village pub where guests can enjoy a Guinness stew by a roaring fire. The day is wrapped up with a complimentary toast of Jameson Irish whiskey as the guests sit back, relax and enjoy the return journey .
Inclusions: Professional guide, Complimentary tasting of Irish Whiskey, Transport by air-conditioned coach (maximum 41 passengers), WiFi on board
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off
Reviewed By Manuelelmunoz
The best of all our tour-guide, full of life and a clever man, very smart and funny. The visit is amazing, beautiful and you will make the most of your day!!!
9. Glendalough,Wicklow and Kilkenny Tour including Sheepdog herding demonstration
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 93 reviews
Experience a real shepherd and his sheepdog at work , herding a flock of sheep at Glendalough. Hike around one of Irelands most amazing outdoor locations. Visit the Wicklow Mountains and the majestic Glendalough. You will experience the fantastic little city of Kilkenny, you can explore at your leisure the castles, abbeys, and city streets that have stood for hundreds of years.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Live commentary on board, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By 310pp
Our guide was Karina and we couldn't have asked for a better one! She was brilliant and went way over the alloted 90 minutes. Very knowledgeable and a good laugh too, which we were in need of, it made for a very entertaining morning for myself and my son. Loved the little anecdotes from Bruce Springsteen to The beatles, as well as all the history, both modern and old. The recommendation of a good Whiskey shop was spot on and I'll look out for her in The Commitments film next time I watch it!
10. Wicklow Day Trip with Horse Riding Including Glendalough Tour from Dublin
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 82 reviews
Enjoy horse riding in the Wicklow Mountain National Park on this day tour from Dublin. The horse ride is approx 2hrs and part of this day tour.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Horse Riding in Wicklow.
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks
Reviewed By hmfinn
a wonderful walk with guide Gillian. it was an easy walk in terms of terrain and i was fascinated to hear all Gillian had to say about wild flowers and local lore as we walked along
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