Wicklow Day Tour

A timelapse through County Wicklow, Ireland, also known as the garden of Ireland

Experience the natural beauty of Wicklow, fondly referred to as the 'Garden of Ireland'. Immerse yourself in its breathtaking landscapes, including majestic mountains, lush glens, and enchanting waterfalls, that make this area renowned for its picturesque scenery.

Pick up from your accommodation or cruise ship.
Sally Gap scenic mountain drive crossing the bridge from the 'P.S. I Love You' movie.
Lough Tay also known as the Guinness Lake.
Glendalough monastic settlement founded in the 6th century by St Kevin.
Avoca Handweavers - cafe and craft shop.
Avoca Village - Location for TV series Ballykissangel.
Coastal drive back to Dublin via Killiney and Dalkey.

Alternative sites:

Into the Badlands locations. Wicklow locations for the TV Series Into the Badlands.
Powerscourt Estate and landscaped gardens occupying 19 hectares (47 acres).
Mount Usher Gardens first planted in 1868, there are over 5,000 species of plants and shrubs from all over the world.
Kilmacurragh Botanic Gardens with rare trees and shrubs dating back to the 18th century.
Wicklow Historic Gaol - Experience prison life in the 18th century and learn about the transportation ships to Australia.
Castleruddery Embanked Stone Circle - once known as the Druidical Circle it is about 30 meters in diameter.
Athgreany Stone Circle - locally as the Piper's Stones, the circle consists of fourteen stones, three of the original seventeen are missing.

Pricing

Total tour price is 675 euro plus booking fees for up to 6 guests, the price is per vehicle, not per person. Admission fees and meals are not included in the tour price. A tour can be extended beyond the standard 8 hours at an hourly rate.

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Vehicles

We offer a comfortable sedan for up to three guests, including a fully electric sedan for those who prefer an environmentally conscious tour. A Mercedes MPV or similar vehicle is also available, accommodating up to six guests.

Glendalough monastic settlement founded in the 6th century by St Kevin.

Powerscourt Gardens with elegant terraces, panoramic views of Sugar Loaf, and beautifully landscaped grounds

Boyne Valley Day Tours

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Phone within Ireland 087 8354805
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USA / Canada 011 353 87 8354805

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Exploring the Boyne Valley

The Boyne Valley is one of Ireland’s most rewarding historic landscapes and lies at the heart of Ireland's Ancient East. Within a relatively small area you can experience over 5,000 years of history, from Stone Age monuments to monastic ruins and Norman castles.

The centerpiece is Newgrange, a 5,000 year old passage tomb and UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its winter solstice illumination. Nearby are Knowth and Dowth, both richly decorated with megalithic art and wonderful views across the River Boyne.

For a more intimate prehistoric site, Fourknocks Passage Tomb offers a quieter atmosphere and beautifully preserved carvings. Further west, Loughcrew Cairns crown the hilltops with panoramic views and remarkable Stone Age art, illuminated by the rising sun at the spring and autumn equinoxes.

The ceremonial heart of ancient Ireland is the Hill of Tara, associated with kingship and ritual. Nearby, the Hill of Slane is traditionally linked with Saint Patrick and the arrival of Christianity.

Early Christian Ireland is represented by the magnificent high crosses and round tower at Monasterboice. The great Cistercian abbeys of Mellifont Abbey and Bective Abbey date from the 12th century and mark a golden age of monastic building in the region.

For medieval history, Trim Castle is the standout, the largest Norman castle in Ireland and one of the best preserved in Europe.

Exploring Wicklow

If you would like a change of scenery, Wicklow offers some of Ireland's finest landscapes just south of Dublin. A Wicklow Day Tour typically includes the monastic settlement of Glendalough, founded in the 6th century by Saint Kevin, with its round tower, lakeside walks, and dramatic valley setting.

The Wicklow Mountains provide classic Irish mountain scenery, with heather covered slopes, wide open views, and scenic drives. One of the highlights is Lough Tay, often called the Guinness Lake, an iconic viewpoint in the mountains.

Private tours can be tailored around your pace and interests, with time to enjoy the landscape, stories, and photography stops along the way.

Trip Advisor Review: New Jersey gals and Michael Fox. Michael Fox took us on two tours, one up to New Grange and the other south to the Wicklow mountains. Inside Four Knocks I drummed with other people which was a great experience. Walking the Hills of Tara and also seeing Brigid's Castle was magical, too. The best for me was visiting my namesake, Sheela Na Gig, the main reason for my return to Ireland. Boyne Valley Tours a must......

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