Wicklow Mountains and Kilkenny City Private Tour with Chauffeur

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Operated by: Ireland Chauffeur Vacations

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Bottled water
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Surcharges on fuel: Fuel surcharge
Included: Parking Fees

Not included

Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Dublin

one hour

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.
Glendalough Monastic Settlement

1 h 30 min Admission included

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.
Wicklow Mountains National Park

1 h 30 min

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.
Kilkenny Castle

one hour Admission included

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)
Kyteler's Inn

one hour Admission not included

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.
Black Abbey

1 h 30 min

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.
Dublin

1 h 30 min

Seat back and relax as we make our way back to Dublin City Center.