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Glendalough and Wicklow Mountains Half Day Tour from Dublin

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Dublin, Ireland
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On average, this is booked 11 (1) days in advance.

5 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

The tour begins with an introduction to Dublin City, as we head south towards County Wicklow, known affectionately as the "Garden of Ireland".
Beautiful lakes, dense forests and romantic brooks make this a wonderful scenic drive and a fine day out from the big city. 
See the scenery made famous by films such as Braveheart and P.S. I Love You. We make our way over the Wicklow mountains to Glendalough (minimum 1,5 hrs stop) - the valley of the two lakes.
Enjoy a relaxing walk to the Upper Lake and explore the monastic ruins of St Kevin's monastery including its round towers, Celtic crosses and much more.

What's Included

  • WiFi on board
  • USB points at every seat
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Food and Drinks
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North City
Dublin 1, Co. Dublin, Ireland

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Dublin (pass by)

We begin with an introduction to Dublin City after which we leave the city behind and head south towards the Wicklow Mountains. Meet your fellow travelers for a great trip to the "Garden of Ireland."
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Wicklow Mountains National Park

As we leave the city we pass by Sugar Loaf mountain and descend through Ireland's highest village of Roundwood past beautiful Lough Tay (the Guinness Lake) on your way to magnificent Glendalough.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Glendalough Monastic Settlement

Renowned for its magnificent scenery and rich and varied heritage in terms of history and archaeology, Glendalough is famed for the Braveheart wedding scenes and it really is one of the most beautiful visitor sites in all of Ireland. You will have 2 hours to explore the deep valley with its ruined Monastic City of Celtic crosses, round towers and much more. Known as the valley of 2 lakes, we enjoy a leisurely stroll along the bank of the river, through the woods where we are greeted by babbling brooks, crystal cascades and the lakes of Glendalough. A real picture perfect moment. If you are a fan of the Hollywood Blockbusters 'PS I Love You' and 'Braveheart' then join us on this tour! You will understand why Mel Gibson chose the Wicklow mountains to be the Highlands of Scotland and Glendalough to be the spot for the wedding scene. And then of course there are all the romantic scenes from 'PS I Love You', this is where Hilary Swank met Gerard Butler for the first time...you never know who you can meet!
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Dublin (pass by)

We return to Dublin, delighted with our wonderful half day tour and with great photos and memories to last a lifetime.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Booster/Baby seats are required for toddlers/babies and available in our offices. Please alert us at the time of booking.
  • Bookings made through [BRAND] will automatically be signed up for the pickup point and collection time specified in the booking.
  • If you wish to change your reservation to one of the other pick-up locations offered by Paddywagon Tours, you will need to contact us by telephone or email not later than 17:00 the evening prior so that we can guarantee the change. Please note that changes are only guaranteed once confirmed in writing by us.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Glendalough and Wicklow Mountains Half Day Tour from Dublin?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.55 out of 5 stars based on 876 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • WiFi on board
  • USB points at every seat
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Driver/guide
  • Local guide
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Food and Drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Collapsible wheelchairs can be stored underneath the coach. These are the responsibility of the passengers.
  • Booster/Baby seats are required for toddlers/babies and available in our offices. Please alert us at the time of booking.
  • Bookings made through Viator will automatically be signed up for the pickup point and collection time specified in the booking.
  • If you wish to change your reservation to one of the other pick-up locations offered by Paddywagon Tours, you will need to contact us by telephone or email not later than 17:00 the evening prior so that we can guarantee the change. Please note that changes are only guaranteed once confirmed in writing by us.
  • You are welcome to take luggage with you if you wish to do so. Luggage can be stored in the storage compartment. Alternatively, hand luggage can be stored in the overhead compartment. Valuables are stored at your own risk and the company is not liable for damage or loss.
  • This is a very popular route with those who have afternoon flights and wish to maximise their last hours in Ireland. The tour will typically end in central Dublin by 12:45. Even on rare occasions when the tour experiences delays due to severe weather and related traffic the tour should be back downtown by 13:20. Please advise the driver first thing in the morning if you are concerned about airport connections and he can provide some general advice. In normal circumstances it takes 40-60 minutes from the city to the airport by bus and between 20-30 minutes in a taxi. The timings of this tour are as published and cannot be modified.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 64 travelers

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