Day Tour from Dublin: Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough, Powerscourt

About this experience

If you are limited on your time in Dublin area, then you will love this comprehensive excursion. Get picked up at your hotel or port and have an amazing fun filled day with your personal tour guide! Discover the lush landscapes of County Wicklow through this exclusive tour, where every detail is expertly arranged just for you. Depart from Dublin in the comfort of your private vehicle and unwind as you take in the breathtaking scenery, all while getting fascinating insights from your knowledgeable guide along the way. Our tour brings you to the magnificent Powerscourt Waterfall, the exquisite Powerscourt Gardens, iconic Guinness Lake (or scenic Ballinastoe woods & P.S. I love you bridge; Sheepdog demo can be arranged too!) & the ancient 6th century ruins of the serene Glendalough valley and stunning Wicklow Mountains.

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What you actually do

You get out at all 4 stops. Admission is not included at Powerscourt House & Gardens, Powerscourt Waterfall.

1. 1

   Powerscourt House & Gardens

   You'll walk around one of the finest estates in Ireland, one of Ireland’s greatest houses, with a breath-taking panorama over one of Europe’s finest gardens, named 3rd Best Garden in the world by National Geographic.

   You get out here120 minAdmission not included

2. 2

   Powerscourt Waterfall

   This waterfall is a majestic masterpiece of nature and an absolute must-visit destination. Water plunges dramatically from a height of 121 meters, creating a mesmerising spectacle and making it the highest waterfall in Ireland. The rugged ancient rock formations surrounding the waterfall add to its dramatic appeal.

   You get out here60 minAdmission not included

3. 3

   Glendalough Monastic Settlement

   We'll have lunch in Wicklow's award winning restaurant near Glendalough and head to Glendalough lakes and monastic site, one of Ireland’s most beautiful visitors’ destinations. Nestled within the lush embrace of County Wicklow, Ireland's "Garden of Ireland," the mystical valley of Glendalough, shrouded in ancient…

   You get out here180 min

4. 4

   Guinness Lake

   Guinness Lake, also known as Lough Tay, is at the heart of the Wicklow Mountains. It is a pristine, crescent-shaped lake surrounded by rolling hills and embraced by lush forests. Its crystal-clear waters mirror the sky above, creating a stunning and captivating site.

   You get out here120 min

Where the day happens

≈ 19 km from the city centre. 4 stops shown in visit order.

What is and is not included

The advertised price does not cover lunch, powerscourt house & gardens, powerscourt waterfall — budget for those separately.

Before you book

The operator’s own practical notes — the things people usually discover at checkout.