Wicklow Mountains and Kilkenny City Private Tour with Chauffeur

About This Tour

Experience first-hand Ireland’s natural beauty and join me James Doran as we travel across the Emerald Isle’s spectacular landscape. Sit back, relax and discover Wicklow (‘the Garden of Ireland’) and why Glendalough is one of Ireland’s most beautiful visitor destinations.

You will also visit the medieval City of Kilkenny on an adventure trip to remember. From beautiful scenery and amazing restaurants.

Old castles and churches. Charming streets and friendly locals. Enjoy a pint of the local (Smithwick’s beer).

Come and see for yourself.

What’s Included

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Fuel surcharge
• Parking Fees

What’s Not Included

• Lunch

Itinerary

1. Your private chauffeur driver will be waiting for you at your hotel lobby in Dublin. We will depart Dublin and travel south to begin our journey into County Wicklow, passing through beautiful countryside in the Wicklow mountains most notably the Sugar Loaf Mountains while making our way towards Glendalough. (60 min)
2. Glendalough - one of the most beautiful visitor sights in all of Ireland, is also known for the Braveheart wedding scenes.

It’s renowned for its magnificent scenery and rich and varied heritage in terms of history and archaeology.

You will have time to explore the ruined monastic city famed for St. Kevin’s Cross and its round tower dating back to the 10th century. We take time to take a leisurely stroll along the river banks through the woods to the magnificent lakes, waterfalls, and babbling brooks. Be sure to bring your camera! You will enjoy 1.5 hours at Glendalough. (90 min) 3. We travel over the Wicklow Gap, which takes us way up into the Wicklow Mountains. This route allows spectacular panoramic views of the landscape, with amazing scenery stretching as far as the eye can see. We view traditional Irish bogs which provide the Irish householder with the source of energy that fuels our fires and provides power for many uses. Through the Wicklow Gap, we also pass Turlogh waterfall, one of Ireland’s most dramatic waterfalls and highest reservoir. (90 min) 4. Arrive in Kilkenny City, once the medieval capital of Ireland back in the 11th century.

Situated on the banks of the River Nore, enjoy the picturesque windy and cobblestone streets.

Explore the gardens of the famed kilkenny Castle dating back to the 1100s. Take a tour of the castle. (Tour admission include) (60 min) 5. After visiting Kilkenny Castle you will have time for lunch. Kyteler’s Inn is a very popular pub for a good Irish meal and a Irish coffee. (60 min) 6. You have plenty of time to wander the streets and visit the Black Abbey ( free admission)or possibly see St Canice’s Cathedral (free admission) with its magnificent round tower. Kilkenny is a magnificent city to enjoy and savor and shall be a highlight of your visit to Ireland. (90 min) 7. Seat back and relax as we make our way back to Dublin City Center. (90 min)

Good to Know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This is a private tour. Available in: en.