The Original Award Winning Wild Wicklow Tour incl. Glendalough
Overview
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8 hours 30 minutes
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Unlike other tours, our smaller coach takes you on a journey far beyond the main roads, giving you access to secluded valleys, breathtaking scenery, and the most awe-inspiring viewpoints of the Wicklow Mountains. Our expert local guides deliver an exceptional day out with a personal touch, making this the tour you’ll be talking about for years.
Highlights
Scenic drive along Dublin’s southern coast
Walk up Killiney Hill
Visit Avoca Handweavers Kilmacanogue
Journey deeper into the Wicklow Mountains to see the dramatic beauty of the Sally Gap. Rolling heather fields, rugged peaks, endless boglands and the fabulous Guinness Lake.
Glendalough
Our expert guide delves into its rich history. A tranquil, picturesque valley of stunning natural beauty.
The Lakes
With 60 minutes to explore, take in the sweeping views. Experience the stillness and serenity that have attracted visitors for centuries.
Conclude your day with a taste of Glendalough Whiskey, the perfect way to end a wonderful day.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 5 years (this tour is not suitable for infants)
Minimum numbers apply in winter months. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Killiney Hill
In the morning, meet your guide and coach at one of the central Dublin pickup locations. Grab a comfortable seat and enjoy the drive out of the city. As we leave the city we will take you along the coast to arrive at Killiney Hill. Here we bring you on a short walk to take in the spectacular views of Dublin Bay, Then cut away form the city and take in rocky coastal scenery as you head into the Wicklow Mountains.
This stop brings you to Avoca Handweavers, Kilmacanogue. Enjoy a coffee and homemade scone or shop for fine handmade goods (own expense).
What‘s Included
Minimum 60 minutes free time to explore Glendalough and the lakes
Complimentary taste of Glendalough Irish Whiskey
The Wicklow Mountains tour that visits Sally Gap and Lough Tay (Guinness Lake)
Convenient Pickup Points in North and South of Dublin City
By small coach you'll journey far beyond the main roads, to the most awe-inspiring viewpoints
Professional Wild Wicklow Guide
Premium smaller-group tour by luxurious air-conditioned coach
Lunch not included, but options from Pub Lunch, to a Deli Sandwich available at the village lunch stop
Options
9.15am Opp. Grand Canal Hotel
Outside the white gates of the red brick building opposite the Grand Canal Hotel
Starting point:
Grand Canal Hotel, Grand Canal Street Upper, Dublin, D04 X5X7, Ireland
8.45am St Stephens Green North
St Stephens Green North at Bus Stop 791
Starting point:
Stephen's Green Nth, stop 791, Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland
10am-Dun Laoghaire Ferry
Tour departing at 10am from Dun Laoghaire Ferry TerminalSt Michaels WharfDun Laoghaire HarbourDun LaoghaireCo Dublin
9am Cathal Brugha St/Thomas Ln
9am Cathal Brugha Street, on the corner with Thomas Lane. Bus Stop 286 with WILD WICKLOW sign on the pole.
Starting point:
North City, Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, D01 F9K7, Ireland
Wild Wicklow Tour
Reviews
3,431 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wet Wicklow Jan 11th
David W,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Patrick, was a wealth of knowledge and clearly cared about giving his tour group the best possible experience. The weather was not favourable due to the 45 degree rain in the mountains but Patrick made sure we got the full experience by adapting the timings. A great guide 😊
Really nice experience. I...
Thomas L,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really nice experience. I enjoyed the tour so much and also the air conditioned vehicle carrying me around
Great experience with wild wicklow
totanella86,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience with Wild Wicklow! The tour was really enjoyable despite the cold. We visited unique and less touristy spots in the Irish countryside that truly let you experience the real Ireland. Highly recommended!
Beautiful and heartfelt minibus tour
hannahrth,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour is a great way to see part of the beautiful landscape of Ireland. As with any bus tour, you spend a large part on the bus, but many stops for photos or other things were made here. Since it is a minibus, you could also drive to many special places here. Patrick was a great guide who brought a lot of knowledge and made the tour really nice with his open and warm nature.
Go with Patrick!
elodieabg,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We recommend without hesitation this tour guide with Patrick! We've taken a lot of eyes. This is a great opportunity to get out of Dublin and discover the nuggets of Ireland. Many thanks for this good humor and kindness.
Beautiful
romainlQ2199TS,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A passionate and exciting guide in a beautiful and unique setting, a superb experience. I recommend the tour with patrick 👍
One day 5 stars
BrunaDZ,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Tour is perfect. We had stops to get off the bus, the travel time is appropriate, the places to visit are wonderful and Patrick is a fantastic guide. It was the best choice to get out of town. A memorable day!
Great tour
113cindyh,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Patrick was a real sweetheart and wonderful guide. The tour started promptly with clear directions on meeting points, laying out the itinerary and timeline. He drove us around safely and made it a point to interact with everyone in the group throughout the day. He even gave out a shot of whisky at the end. To no reflection on him or the tour agency, but a group on board were pretty oblivious/disrespectful by constantly running off far distances, getting dangerously close to cliff edges, not watching their kids, walking through when others are taking photos, and throwing stones into peaceful lakes. Please do not be like this. As a group tour goes, there are time constraints and you may not get to stay as long as you want in certain places so being efficient and mindful is key
My personal highlight
saskiak2026,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I enjoyed every minute of this trip. It was the personal highlight of the entire journey. Our tour guide, Patrick, was incredibly friendly and had an interesting fact about everything and everyone, which he presented with humor and wit. The trip itself was perfectly planned, and the time we spent in each place was always just right: never too long, never too short. The group size was just right (~20 people maybe?) and the atmosphere was great (thanks to our group guide Patrick!!) Would recommend!
Patrick is the best tour guide EVER!!
Climber34946119505,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Patrick was so so wonderful! Not a moment went by without him sharing a music or culture related fact about whatever place or sight we had just passed. This was our first guided tour on out trip — and without a doubt the absolute best!! Thank you for making this trip so special, Patrick! ‘Til we meet again! Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪 — Julia
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