From Dublin: Glendalough, Wicklow, & Kilkenny Full-Day Trip Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny & Sheep Dog Demonstation
ID: GYG131067-215241
Category:
Country: Ireland
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Travel south to Kilkenny, then pass through some of the beautiful countryside in the Wicklow Mountains making your way towards Glendalough.
First, make your way directly to Kilkenny, a town that was once the medieval capital of Ireland. Enjoy a 2-hour walking down the cobbled streets and visit the Black Abbey and the Cathedral of Saint Canice. After that, travel through the Wicklow Mountains to your next stop.
Visit the Monastic site of Glendalough. Hollywood Blockbusters like ‘P.S. I Love You’ and ‘Braveheart’ have been filmed here. Explore for 2 hours the area renowned for its ruins, magnificent lakes, and waterfalls.
Finally, head over to a sheepdog farm and watch a sheepdog herd with his master. Look at the Border Collies using a tactic called “The Eye” on sheep. Witness a shepherd and his dog at work and watch how they herd a flock of sheep.
Highlights
- Explore medieval Kilkenny which was once the capital of Ireland
- See location sites from movies such as "P.S. I Love You" and "Braveheart"
- Enjoy the beautiful view of Glendalough and the Wicklow Mountains
- Visit a sheepdog farm and watch a sheepdog herd with his master
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour involves a lot of walking and is not recommended for small children or people with limited mobility
This is a long day trip and it can be up to 2 hours between stops
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund
All times are approximate and locations might be visited in a different order, depending on traffic and weather conditions
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Tour departs at 8 AM, (please be 5-10 minutes early) from outside Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane, Parnell Square North, Dublin 1
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
