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By CelticBlackCarTours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$956 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Explore Wicklow on a hosted cultural journey
    • Discover scenic stops along Military Road with local stories
    • Walk Glendalough’s monastic site and lakes with a guide
    • Enjoy insider access to Powerscourt Waterfall and Gardens
    • Follow a hidden forest trail away from the crowds

Activity location

    • Glendalough
    • Wicklow, County Wicklow, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Glendalough
    • Wicklow, County Wicklow, Ireland

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Wicklow Hidden Gems Guided Cultural Day Tour with Local Host

  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$956.08 x 1 TravellerAU$956.08
Total
Price is AU$956.08
Until Tue, 27 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Local host and storyteller
  • Inclusions
    Guided cultural insights at each location
  • Inclusions
    Private vehicle for comfort & flexibility
  • Inclusions
    Pickup from hotel or chosen Dublin location
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water and snacks on board
  • Exclusions
    Entry fees to attractions (e.g., Powerscourt Gardens)
  • Exclusions
    Meals (recommendations provided)
  • Exclusions
    Optional add-ons (e.g., horse carriage ride if available)

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: Children under 2 years, People afraid of heights, People over 70 years, People with altitude sickness, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • Join me, your local host, on a curated full-day journey through Wicklow - a region famed for its dramatic mountains, tranquil lakes, and rich Irish heritage. This is not just transport from point A to B; it’s a hosted cultural experience designed to connect you with Ireland’s stories, landscapes, and traditions.

    We’ll begin with a scenic drive along the Military Road, pausing at viewpoints known mostly to locals, where the valley stretches out beneath you. I’ll share the history of how this road was built and the legends tied to the mountains it crosses.

    At Glendalough, we’ll walk through the monastic site founded in the 6th century and along the lakeside trails. Here I’ll guide you to hidden paths, explain the history of the round tower, and let you experience the serenity of one of Ireland’s most sacred valleys.

    Next, we’ll visit Powerscourt Waterfall, the tallest in Ireland, where the sound of falling water sets the tone for quiet reflection. I’ll point out the best photo angles and share local folklore tied to the falls.

    We’ll also explore the world-renowned Powerscourt Gardens, from the Japanese-inspired pathways to the Italian terraces, with stories of the families who shaped them. As your host, I’ll guide you to overlooked corners where the views are unforgettable.

    To round out the day, we may walk a hidden forest trail lined with wooden steps, sunlight through the trees, and birdsong all around - a true Wicklow gem far from the tourist paths.

    Throughout the tour, you’ll travel in comfort, but the focus is always on the experiences, stories, and moments shared. You’ll have the freedom to set the pace, while I ensure you see both the famous icons and the secret places only locals know.

Location

Activity location

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    • Glendalough
    • Wicklow, County Wicklow, Ireland

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Glendalough
    • Wicklow, County Wicklow, Ireland