Top 6 Walking Tours in County Wicklow, Province of Leinster

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.

This walk brings us from the small town of Shankill on the sea front in South Dublin to the hills very close-by. The walk takes in many different terrains along its way from small lane-ways to forest trails and open hill tops. The walk is very easy and generally flat with some gradual inclines towards the summit of Kathy Gallagher's hill. We will pass by very fashionable houses past the old castle of Shankill and onto an old monastery lane-way of St Michael. This is one of Ireland's earliest christian sites with the unique tomb stones of Vikings who once settled in this area. After Rathmichael we will make our way through some woodland leading to a wonderful summit offering excellent views across Dublin city and Bay. Then we will visit an old lead mine chimney in this area before making our way back another way. Once all back we can visit Brady's Pub for a drink and catch up.

Inclusions: After we finish our walk we will visit "Brady's Bar" which is in Shankill for a drink. (For 18 years and above)

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Enjoy a Guided walk in the Wicklow Mountain National Park on this day tour from Dublin. The walk is approx 1.5hrs and part of this day tour.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks

The Wicklow Mountains hold a special place in the heart of Dubliners and are a must-see during your visit to Dublin. Get ready for exhilarating hiking paths that transport you to lush gardens and deep-blue glacial lakes on a scenic private day trip. Combined with a visit to the mesmerizing Kilkenny Castle, the ancient and medieval past of Ireland comes to life before your very eyes! On this private day trip, 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 estat. 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.

Inclusions: Driver, Private Tour, Local Guide, Entrance fee Waterfalls , A/C car, Pick-up and drop-off

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Wicklow Mountains National Park is situated just south of Dublin. The Park covers 20,000 hectares of mountain scenery, and many roads cross through it. The most popular location for visitors to the National park is the scenic and historic valley of Glendalough. Much of the rest of the Park is remote with few facilities, but the scenery is worth admiring - actually Powerscourt Gardens were voted the 3rd most beautiful gardens in the world by National Geographic! The guide will pick you up from your hotel or from your cruise ship. You will have a scenic drive along the coast and into the Dublin Mountains across through the wonderful wild rugged countryside of Wicklow. Your tour will take in a monastic site of Glendalough, Guinness Lake, and the National Park. At the end of the tour, the driver will take you back to the place you are staying.

Inclusions: Professional licensed guide, Pick-up and drop-off, Transportation in a private vehicle, All fees and taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks

This is a unique but very popular walk for Irish people in both Dublin and Wicklow. It is a beautiful walk where you can enjoy the sea breeze while looking across Dublin bay and other parts of Ireland's coastline. The towns of both Greystones and Bray are wonderful examples of Irish coastal villages and there are plenty to eat and drink after your walk. Your Guide will be able to tell you the history of the Vikings in Ireland, the Victorian influence in these areas and why these towns became very popular holiday destinations in the 19th century Ireland.

Inclusions: After we finish our walk we will visit "The Harbour Bar" which dates back to 1872 and was a bar and undertakers (Only available for 18 year old and above)

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