Glendalough & Wicklow: Ireland's Hidden Gems

Escape the city and explore the stunning beauty of Wicklow County on this premium tour from Dublin. Visit the Glendalough Monastic site, experience the new Beyond The Trees at Avondale, and discover a working farm in the heart of the mountains.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Molly Malone Statue - Depart from Dublin at 09:30 am. Meet the guide and fellow travelers at the Molly Malone Statue on Suffolk Street to embark on an unforgettable day exploring County Wicklow, famously known as the ‘Garden of Ireland’.
    PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE MEETING POINT 10 MINUTES BEFORE THE SCHEDULED TIME
  • Powerscourt Waterfall - The…
What's Included
  • Driver guide
  • USB port and Wifi in some buses
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All activities admission
  • Transportation to and from Dublin
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Uncover Ireland’s hidden treasures with a day trip to Glendalough and the Wicklow Mountains. Departing from Dublin at 9:30 AM, the adventure begins with a picturesque drive and a friendly greeting from the guide. The first destination is Powerscourt Waterfall, where visitors can spend up to an hour enjoying the scenery and capturing photos. Following…

Location
Molly Malone Statue
Suffolk Street
*PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE MEETING POINT 10 MIN BEFORE THE APPOINTED TIME* Please be aware that the ending time is subject to traffic conditions.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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240lgt
Sep 26, 2025
A beautiful tour - A beautiful and scenic tour! Our bus driver was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, (dang, I wish I could remember his name to shout him out, he had a white mustache) he really made the experience great. The waterfall was really gorgeous, my sibling used to live in Hawaii and said this was probably bigger than all the waterfalls there, we even saw some goats standing on the steep wall of the mountain near the waterfall, so cute. We got to see a lot but it didn't feel hectic or rushed! Had enough time at each stop, didn't feel exhausted at the end, and got back in time for an early dinner. A great day!
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Resort42424273262
Sep 24, 2025
I won’t forget it - Our guide was amazing, definitely the best we had during our time in Dublin. He kept things fun and interesting the whole way. The scenery was gorgeous with waterfalls, lakes, and the monastery making for great photos. The sheepdog demo was the highlight, especially watching the three month old puppy chase the sheep and actually do a pretty good job. The trainer was kind, funny, and great to talk to. Our 5 year old daughter had a blast too, so I would highly recommend this tour for families.
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Kim_v
Sep 15, 2025
This was a great tour for... - This was a great tour for things to see outside of Dublin. Everything was so beautiful and the sheep dog demonstration was great as well. There was enough time at each stop to explore. Our tour guide Phillip was excellent. Highly recommend!
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Daniellehe5841qy
Sep 12, 2025
Great day, great value - The whole day was excellent (loved the waterfall and Glendalough), but especially enjoyed the sheepdog demo. Highly recommend SheepSmarts! Thank you to Jonah and Nelson especially. This was a highlight of our tip to Ireland.
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Paula_t
Sep 1, 2025
Wicklow, Glendalough, Waterfall & Sheepdog demo - The bus driver was outstanding in his driving abilities! Lots of traffic, and narrow streets but he did an amazing job getting us safely to our destinations. He was friendly , funny, and very informative. Also, loved the Sheepdog demo.
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X3381adsarahk
Aug 28, 2025
Perfect day tour from Dublin - Our driver and guide, Keith, was amazing. He filled the ride between stops with plenty of relevant history, information, and jokes. The stops themselves were of perfect length. The young boys of the sheep farming family were visited were also super charismatic and charming. They invited us to feed the sheep and hold the puppies. Would highly recommend this trip to anyone who does not have an access to a car during their visit!
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Lineceh
Aug 18, 2025
A great day - One of my most beautiful excursion in Ireland, we had a great time with family. Our driver, Alec, was very nice, friendly and funny. He gave us a lot of explanations. Our first stop, the waterfall of Powerscourt, a beautiful place where we could stay for hours so so soothing the place. The second stage, Glendalough, a postcard landscape. The monastic ruins give the impression of time travel and the walk to the lake is magical. Finally, the sheepdog demonstration was an incredible moment that made us dream. We will not hesitate to make this excursion again because we were so enchanted.
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Romina_a
Aug 7, 2025
Very nice experience and... - Very nice and recommended experience, the waterfall and lakes are beautiful and the demonstration of sheepdogs is gorgeous. Very experienced guide/driver.
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Deepak_p
Sep 19, 2025
Great experience at the... - Great experience at the waterfalls and the valley! However the sheep dog demonstration was not there as the person in charge pulled out without notice We were a bit disappointed Mr Frank was quite professional and a superb guide!
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Sarah
Sep 8, 2025
Beautiful trip to the countryside - Pleasant drive from Dublin to Glendalough with 3 stays (waterfall about 45 min, Lakes about 1.5 hrs, Sheepfarm about 45 min). Driver & Guide Alec has provided great information about the economy, property market & Ireland as well as restaurant advice. He has a pleasant driving style through the winding Wicklows area. Film fans will especially get their money's worth at the beautiful Powerscourt waterfall (Vikings, Wednesday, etc). Very nice trip away from the city and yet close to Dublin. Demo of Border Collies was impressive.
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From $53
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).