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Private Luxury VIP tour to Wicklow & Glendalough Lakes & Hills

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Overview

Explore the Landscapes of County Wicklow with Murphy Hidden Ireland
Find out about all the amazing things to do in Wicklow. The Sally Gap, Guinness Lake (Lough Tay), and Wicklow Mountains National Park are all beautiful places. 'The Vikings' and 'P.S. I Love You' was filmed on location here. Keep your distance as you beat the feet and explore Wicklow's walking hidden gems.

Known as the "Garden of Ireland", Wicklow was historically the county with the highest percentage of woodlands.

'Beyond the Trees Avondale', is a new world-class visitor destination in Ireland's Ancient East that reopened its door in June 2022 following a €19 million redevelopment project by Coillte in partnership with Fáilte Ireland and EAK Ireland.

Braveheart

Starring Mel Gibson, Sophie Marceau, and Brendan Gleeson. The multiple Academy Award-winning film follows part of the story of the First War of Scottish Independence and is shown through scenes filmed in Wicklow's Sally Gap!

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Powerscourt Waterfall
  • Powerscourt House & Gardens
  • Powerscourt Distillery
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Glendalough Monastic Settlement

St Kevin was a hermit Christian mystic and ascetic. He founded Glendalough the monastery, but he also wrote poetry and prose, including rules for Irish monks in verse. The oldest source for St Kevin is an 11th-century text called Latin Lives, written 500 years later, today housed in the amazing Marsh’s Library in Dublin (a library that hasn’t changed in 300 years!). St Kevin was recorded as born in 498 but more reliable Annals of Ulster mark his death as 618 – and there’s no way he lived to 120 in a remote, isolated cave in the early Middle Ages. Therefore, it’s more likely he was born sometime later in the 6th century.In 1214, the dioceses of Glendalough and Dublin were united. From that time onwards, the cultural and ecclesiastical status of Glendalough diminished. The destruction of the settlement by English forces in 1398 left it a ruin but it continued as a church of local importance and a place of pilgrimage.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Guinness Lake

Lough Tay is, along with Glendalough, one of the most photographed locations in Wicklow. The stunning scenery of the Lake surrounded by the mountains makes it one of the most iconic locations in Ireland.Lough Tay is fed by the Cloghoge River and then drains into Lough Dan, located to the south. The beach on the northern side is bright white sand. It was imported by the Guinness family whose estate runs through part of the Lough Tay area. The shape of the lake with the white sand at the top makes it look like a Pint of Guinness!Did you know that the main ingredient in a pint of Guinness comes from Wicklow? Water!!!The best viewing point to see Lough Tay is along the Military Road above, at the junction with the Wicklow Way. From there, enjoy the stunning views over the Wicklow Mountains.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sally Gap

On the road to Sally Gap, there are spectacular views of the surrounding blanket bog and the Wicklow Mountains. Sally Gap is one of two east-to-west passes ...Why is it called Sally Gap? It is evident from the name itself that there was a 'gap' (bearna) at this location and a 'road' or a 'way' of some sort (bealach). The final element of the placename is probably a transliteration of the Irish word sailearnán (genitive: sailearnáin)PS I Love You set in the Sally GapCounty Wicklow locations include Blessington Lakes, Lacken, Wicklow Mountains, and The Sally Gap. PS I Love You shot in Ireland for about ten days. A couple of days were shot in Whelan's Pub in Dublin. County Wicklow locations include Blessington Lakes, Lacken, Wicklow Mountains, and The Sally Gap.
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Powerscourt Waterfall

Movies at the WaterfallMovies and TV series have been shot at the waterfall since the 1920s, with one of the more recent ones being the hit show “Vikings” in 2015. The unspoiled, ageless setting of the waterfall has made it a firm favorite of directors making historical dramas.About Powerscourt WaterfallPowerscourt is Ireland’s highest waterfall It offers a chance to experience the natural phenomenon of a waterfall The sound and motion that water produces are relaxing Ions that are associated with waterfalls energize us and help us feel relaxed It has unusual tree species and some of the highest trees in Ireland The Interesting history Lord Powerscourt Deer Park and the introduction of Sika Deer to Ireland
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Powerscourt House & Gardens

Voted one of the top ten houses worldwide by Lonely Planet, the Palladian mansion at Powerscourt holds a treasure trove of experiences for visitors to explore.Whether you want to pick up unique and high-quality examples of Irish design in the shops or take a restful pause for delicious coffee and cake at the Avoca Terrace Cafe, the house offers everything you could want, set in stunning surroundings that have been the setting of many a film and TV series.Making Movie MagicOver fifty different movies and TV series have been shot at the Powerscourt Estate since Laurence Olivier started the trend by filming Henry V here in 1944. Whether you’re looking for a location for your next picture, or simply want to imagine yourself starring alongside Tom Cruise or Anna Hathaway, learning about our cinematic history is part of the fun.
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Powerscourt Distillery

Gerry Ginty, with his business partner, a local entrepreneur Ashley Gardiner presented the proposal to build a whiskey distillery to the estate owners – The Slazenger Family – on one of Ireland’s great estates. Planning permission was secured in 2015 and the project was ready for investment.Powerscourt Distillery is now paving the way for a new era of whiskey making in Co.Wicklow under the watchful eye of Master Distiller -Paul Corbett and Head of Whiskey- John Cashman. Both men are visionaries with expert knowledge and experience in the Irish whiskey category.This year saw the release of Powerscourt Distillery’s first Fercullen Single Malt, distilled and matured onsite and winning GOLD at the 2023 Icons of Whiskey Awards.
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County Wicklow

Travel time to Wicklow can vary due to traffic allowing 2 hours
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Luxury VIP tour to Wicklow & Glendalough Lakes & Hills?

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

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

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Parking Fees
  • Powerscourt Waterfall
  • Powerscourt House & Gardens
  • Powerscourt Distillery

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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