County Wicklow, Ireland
Glendalough & Wicklow
Tour Overview
Glendalough (the "Valley of the Two Lakes") is one of the most beautiful and atmospheric places in Ireland. It is home to an early medieval monastic settlement founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century.
This private tour takes you from the bustling city of Dublin into the "Garden of Ireland" — County Wicklow. You'll explore the ancient ruins of Glendalough, traverse the rugged Wicklow Mountains, and enjoy the comfort of a luxury vehicle as you discover the serene beauty of the Irish landscape.
What's Included
Key Highlights
Monastic City
Explore the 6th-century monastic settlement of Glendalough, including its famous round tower and ancient cathedrals.
Guinness Lake
Stop at Lough Tay, famously known as the Guinness Lake for its dark waters and white sand (and cinematic history).
Sally Gap
Drive through the high mountain pass of Sally Gap for some of the most dramatic panoramic views in Ireland.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This is one of the most accessible day trips from Dublin. Glendalough is just 50km south of Dublin — approximately 1 hour's drive through the Wicklow Mountains. A full day tour allows time at Glendalough monastic city, Sally Gap, the Wicklow Mountains scenic drive, and Powerscourt Waterfall or estate.
Glendalough is a monastic settlement founded by St Kevin in the 6th century AD, nestled between two mountain lakes in the Wicklow Mountains. It contains a remarkably well-preserved round tower (33 metres tall), several early Christian churches, and hundreds of carved stone grave slabs.
Yes. The tour can include Powerscourt Estate & Waterfall (the highest waterfall in Ireland), the Sally Gap mountain pass, the Guinness Lake (Lough Tay), Avoca Handweavers (Ireland's oldest working mill), and the Wicklow Way scenic viewpoints — all within the same day.
Glendalough is excellent for families. The monastic site has flat, accessible paths and the two lakes offer beautiful walks of varying difficulty. We can adjust the pace and route to suit families with young children.