The Wild Wicklow Tour from Dublin is the perfect introduction to Wicklow's untamed landscapes. On this Wicklow day tour you'll explore ancient monastic ruins at Glendalough, enjoy the 'craic' in a traditional Irish pub, and see where film-makers brought a little bit of Scotland to Ireland when filming scenes for 'Braveheart' at Sally's Gap.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Glendalough Monastic Settlement, Ireland

In the morning, meet your guide and coach at one of the central Dublin pickup locations. Grab a comfortable seat and enjoy the drive out of the city, passing sites not commonly seen by tourists such as the exclusive suburbs of Sandycove and Dalkey with amazing sea views. Then cut away form the city and take in rocky coastal scenery as you head into the Wicklow Mountains.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Wicklow Mountains National Park, Glendalough Village Ireland

Your first stop brings you to Avoca Handweavers, Kilmacanogue. Enjoy a dose of traditional Irish culture, shop for fine handmade goods and have a rich cup of tea (own expense). Then re-board the coach and head into the Wicklow Mountains National Park and Sally Gap. View the park’s upper slopes, blanketed in heath and bog before stopping at Lough Tay (The Guinness Lake" ) a true wonder and film location for Braveheart, the tributary film about Scottish hero William Wallace and current series of Vikings.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Dun Laoghaire Harbour Co. Dublin, Dun Laoghaire Ireland

Afterward, your group will visit a traditional Irish pub for lunch (own expense). Relax, savor Irish home-cooking and sip on at a creamy Guinness before heading to your final stop on the tour the glacial valley of Glendalough. Throughout history, visitors have come to ‘the valley of the two lakes’ for its mystical history, archaeology, and unique wildlife. The monastic city of Glendalough, founded in the 6th century by St. Kevin, was once an active locale featuring areas for manuscript writing and copying, an infirmary, guest houses, and a monastery. Now it offers guests a peek into Ireland’s rich cultural history. Enjoy a guided tour of the many sites including the Round Tower, and have some free time to explore on your own.


Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Sally Gap, Wicklow Mountains, Wicklow Ireland

Back on the luxury Mercedes Coach for a free tot of Jamerson Whiskey. Time to talk and think as you start back on our return journey to Dublin. Your 8.5-hour tour drops off at Dublin’s Ballsbridge Hotel or Trinity College in the evening.

Less info

Skip the line at the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin with a fast-track entrance ticket allowing for quicker access to this top attraction, and enjoy this seven-floor, immersive experience at leisure! Breeze past any wait lines and go straight inside to discover the story of Guinness, perhaps the world’s favorite Irish brand. Learn about its 1759 origins at the adjoining St James’s Gate brewery; discover how the iconic, black and creamy stout is brewed; and taste some variants. Then, finish with a free pint of Guinness at the seventh-floor Gravity Bar as you drink in spectacular views over Dublin!

Visit: Guinness Storehouse, Market Street St James Gate, Dublin 8 Ireland

Make your own way to the Guinness Storehouse, the seven-floor exhibition space at the St James’s Gate Brewery in central Dublin, where Guinness was first brewed in 1759. Enjoy a quicker entrance to one of Dublin's top attractions with this fast-track pass.

Your ticket lets you explore the Storehouse, which is modeled like a giant, seven-floor pint glass of Guinness, at your own pace. Start at the ground floor Atrium and work your way up to the 'head of the pint', the seventh-floor Gravity Bar, as quickly or slowly as you like.

In the Atrium, see the copy of the 9,000-year brewery lease signed by Guinness’ founder, Arthur Guinness, in 1759, and learn about the four ingredients of the iconic Irish stout: water, barley, hops and yeast.

On the First Floor, find out all about the Guinness brewing and barreling process through virtual exhibits, equipment displays and videos on the craft of the coopers — the original wooden barrel-makers. Then, over the next three floors, immerse yourself in the Guinness story through a host of interactive displays and multi-sensory experiences. Discover the key moments in Guinness’ history and advertising, and sample delicious Guinness variants with handy tips on your tasting technique!

On the Fifth Floor, enjoy some Guinness-inspired dishes (own expense) at The 1837 Bar and Brasserie and Arthur's Bar, and then, hit the glass-walled Gravity Bar. Enjoy a free pint of Guinness here while you drink in the 360-degree views over Dublin: it's the most spectacular bar in the Irish capital!

Before leaving, head for the Guinness Store to buy some Guinness-branded memorabilia — the perfect memento of your visit.

Duration: 2 hours

Less info

Explore Dublin in your own time with a 24 or 48 hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour! You’ll discover everything this wonderful city has to offer, including the Guinness Storehouse, Ha’penny Bridge, Dublin Zoo, Christchurch Cathedral, The Irish Whiskey Museum, City Hall and many other remarkable landmarks! You’ll see all of these sights from the open-top deck, which gives you a stunning 360 degree perspective of your surroundings. Or simply hop off the double-decker bus whenever you please, to take a closer look at things. There’s also an on-board audio tour commentary provided in 8 languages, so you can engage with Dublin’s history as you cruise around. This tour has many perks, including discounted entry at the Irish Whiskey Museum and a free walking tour, making your sightseeing experience even more immersive!

Itinerary

Dublin City Route

Route Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes

• Irish Whiskey Museum
• Dublin Castle
• Christ Church Cathedral
• St Patrick's Cathedral
• The Dublin Liberties Distillery
• Guinness Storehouse
• Pearse Lyons Whiskey Distillery
• Irish Museum of Modern Art
• Kilmainham Gaol
• Heuston
• Phoenix Park
• Parkgate Street
• Collins Barracks
• Smithfield
• Temple Bar
• Dublin Writers Museum
• O'Connell Street Upper
• An Post, General Post Office
• EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
• The Convention Centre Dublin
• Windmill Lane Recording Studios
• Ballsbridge
• RDS Venue - Main Hall Complex (Halls 1-4 & 6)
• Simmonscourt Road
• Morehampton Road
• Leeson Street Upper
• Merrion Square South
• Merrion Street Lower
• Saint Stephen's Green
• Dawson Street

Temple Bar / Phoenix Park / Guinness Storehouse / O'Connell Street / Kilmainham Gaol / Christ Church Cathedral / Dublin Zoo / Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) / Merrion Square

Operates: 09:00am - 6:00pm, every 20 minutes.

Less info

Welcome to the party! A traditional Irish house party is the perfect introduction to Dublin, with great entertainment and a warm and friendly atmosphere. You'll enjoy good food, local musicians, storytellers and Irish dancing on an evening out that's unlike any other you'll experience in Dublin.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: The Irish House Party, The Lansdowne Hotel 27 Pembroke Road, Dublin 2 Ireland

The Irish House Party is Dublin’s unmissable Irish music and dance show. Now in its sixth successful year it is hosted by All Ireland champion musicians, dancers and entertaining presenters in an intimate and homely dinner theater setting.

No Irish house party is complete without a good meal beforehand and you will be served a delicious three-course Irish dinner. Once you have finished your meal, the music, singing and dancing begins.

The show is suitable for all ages, and families with children are welcome. You can take part in the entertainment as much as you like, or simply sit back in comfortable surroundings and enjoy a presentation about traditional music and dancing, traditional live music and a dancing session as well as storytelling. During the evening you will also have a chance to learn a song in the Irish language with a songbook, try some simple Irish dancing and potentially perform something yourself!
--------------------

ITINERARY
--------------------

Your Seanchai (storyteller) will meet and greet you before the dinner and tell you the story behind some of our most famous traditional Irish foods, all of which you can experience as part of our dinner from a choice menu (see below).

Please note, this is a sample menu, and subject to change. The menu is a la carte and you can choose from the following options for each course.

Main Menu:

Starters:
• Traditional Colcannon Soup: Potato, onion and savoy cabbage soup with cream and fresh herbs
• Dublin Coddle: A steaming bowl of bacon, pork sausage, tomatoes, potato and onion finished with herbs
• Cashel Blue Salad: Dressed mixed leaves with croutons, tomatoes, walnuts and the famous cashel blue cheese

Main Courses:
• Roast Herb Stuffed Fillet of Irish Chicken Wrapped in Bacon with a rosemary and red wine Jus
• Homemade Beef and Guinness Stew: Tender chunks of Beef slowly casseroled in a Guinness gravy with carrots, celery and potatoes
• Honey and Dill Glazed Fillet of Salmon served with lemon and caper butter
• Vegetarian Leek and Brie Parcel: Sauteed leeks, Brie and cranberries in a baked Filo pasty parcel

All of the above is served with a selection of potatoes and fresh vegetables

Dessert
• Chocolate Cake with Bailey's filling
• Irish Coffee ice cream

Followed by Freshly Brewed Tea/Fine Roasted Coffee

Children can order from the Adults menu or Chicken Nuggets, Sausages, French Fries and Ice Cream available for younger children


Duration: 3 hours

Less info

Enjoy free access to more than 25 top Dublin attractions for one great-value price with the Dublin Pass. Get complimentary entry to the famous Guinness Storehouse, Dublin Zoo, Dalkey Castle and other visitor draws and landmarks, and enjoy convenient skip-the-line access to select attractions. Sightsee at your leisure with your free 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour. Catch generous discounts at select shops, restaurants and more. Choose from 1-, 2-, 3-, 4- or 5-day validity and, armed with your pass (available as your "ticket" after purchase), enjoy the freedom to create own itinerary, helped by your complimentary Dublin guidebook.

Itinerary

Dublin Pass

Route Duration: 5 days

• Dublin

Big Bus Dublin / The Little Museum of Dublin / Failte Tours / Vaults Live / Newbridge House & Farm / Jameson Distillery Bow St. / Christ Church Cathedral / Dublin Castle / Guinness Storehouse / Saint Patrick's Cathedral / The Jeanie Johnston: An Irish Famine Story / Dublinia: Experience Viking and Medieval Dublin / Dublinia / Malahide Castle / Teeling Whiskey Distillery / Farmleigh House and Estate / Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre / EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum / Skerries Mills / GPO & GPO Witness History Visitor Centre / Castletown House / Dublin Zoo / City Hall / Glasnevin Cemetery Museum / National Botanic Gardens / National Museum of Ireland / The Irish Rock 'N' Roll Museum Experience / Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane / Rainforest Adventure Golf / National Aquatic Centre / The National Wax Museum Plus / Airfield Estate / James Joyce Cultural Centre / The Little Museum of Dublin / Chester Beatty / National Gallery of Ireland / National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology / National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History / Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) / Croke Park Stadium Tour & GAA Museum

Operates: Admission included with your Dublin Pass

Less info

This Newgrange & Hill of Tara Tour is one of the only tours which includes guaranteed entrance and guided tour of Newgrange’s world-famous Passage Tomb.

Departing from Dublin four days a week, it is a must-do for all visiting the island of Ireland. Also stopping at the Hill of Tara, which was once the ancient seat of the High Kings of Ireland, you will also get the opportunity to visit Howth Harbour & Village, renowned for beautiful views over north county Dublin.

This unique and once in a lifetime opportunity includes a guaranteed guided visit to the Newgrange Passage Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dated 3,200BC and is one of the oldest Neolithic burial chambers in Europe, it is even said to be older than the Egyptian pyramids!

Sit back and relax as we escape deep into the countryside. We will take you back in time to the seat of the High Kings of Ireland at the Hill of Tara.

Our first stop of the day is in the small picturesque fishing village of Howth. We drive through Howth Summit where you can appreciate spectacular views looking out over Dublin Bay. Let the fresh sea breeze invigorate you before we head to the countryside via the coastal route.

Continuing to Newgrange, this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage site is dated 3,200BC and is one of the oldest and largest Neolithic burial chambers in Europe predating the Egyptian pyramids! Older than Stonehenge, for 5,000 years the ancient megalithic tomb at Newgrange in County Meath has housed the remains of Stone Age ‘aristocracy’, sheltering the spirits of the long dead from the outside world. As part of your experience, you will be taken on a guided tour inside the tomb of Newgrange. We are one of the few companies who can provide you with this unique experience.

The Hill of Tara was once the ancient capital of Ireland. It was here that the King of Ireland was decided. Legend says that stone called the Lia Fail cried out when the true King touched the stone. Why not visit the Hill and touch the stone and see if it cries out! Though best known as the seat of the High Kings of Ireland, the Hill of Tara has been an important site since the late Stone Age when a passage-tomb was constructed there. Tara was at the height of its power as a political and religious centre in the early centuries after Christ.
* We recommend that you wear comfortable footwear and bring a jacket/coat with you.

Less info