
Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 305 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk worth booking?
Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk is a 8-hour experience in Dublin, Ireland, from $86 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 305 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (305)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $86 per person
Enjoy a Guided walk in the Wicklow Mountain National Park on this day tour from Dublin. The walk is approx 1.5hrs and part of this day tour.
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy a Guided walk in the Wicklow Mountain National Park on this day tour from Dublin. The walk is approx 1.5hrs and part of this day tour.
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
What you'll see and do
Molly Malone Statue
Pickup from Dublin city centre at 09:20am from the Molly Malone statue on Suffolk Street
5 minutes here
Wicklow Mountains National Park
Enjoy a guided walk for 1.5hrs in an area called the Scalp overlooking the Irish coastline. The walk is on good trails and brings you through some deciduous woodland as well as some evergreens . As we reach a little higher, a wonderful panoramic view opens up before you of the Irish countryside We follow part of the Dublin Mountains Way trail which bring to a few scenic viewpoints along our walk from where you can see the Wicklow Mountains National Park, The Dublin and Wicklow Coastline as well as Dublin city and its surrounding areas. There is also a wonderful old chimney from the Ballychorus mines that operated here in late 1800s
90 minutes here
Enniskerry
We visit this small Victorian Estate village to have our lunch, we recommend Poppies Cafe to everyone as the food is locally produced and they can cater for many different dishes for everyone to enjoy.
45 minutes here
Wicklow Mountains National Park
After our lunch stop in Enniskerry Village we continue on the tour through the Wicklow Mountains National with some scenic stops along the way.
60 minutes here
Sally Gap
The Sally Gap sits in the middle of the Wicklow Mountains and is a very scenic location we will be stopping along the way here for scenic picture opportunities.
20 minutes here
Guinness Lake
This is actually called Lough Tay but known today as the Guinness Lake. The lake sits in the middle of Luggala Valley. It is also the film location of the series "Vikings" We stop here to take some scenic pictures.
20 minutes here
Glendalough Monastic Settlement
Your guide will bring you into the 6th monastery of St Kevin and give you the history and folklore of this place.You will also have plenty of time here to explore this beautiful valley and its two lakes.
30 minutes here
Glendalough Upper Lake
There is free time to explore Glendalough Valley and its two lakes
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Dublin
The Molly Malone statue sits outside a large stone church on Suffolk Street
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The Molly Malone statue sits outside a large stone church on Suffolk Street
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Hilltoptreks
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Pickup Location is the Molly Malone statue on Suffolk Street at 09:20am
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 305 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Physical effort
3 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Traveler reviews
305 verified traveler reviews for Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Not as expected
The tour itself and our guide, Kevin, were good. It was not as described through Viator. I enjoyed our first stop, Powerscourt as I love gardens. However, it was not listed on the stops. We took a drive through the Wicklow Mountains. According to the tour description, we were to have a 90 minute guided hike which did not happen. We stopped at Poppy's for lunch and then continued to Glendalough. We were dropped off and told to return in about 90 minutes. In the tour description, we were to have a guided tour of the area. I did have a nice hike to the two different lakes. We were also supposed to have stops at SallyGap which did not happen either. I did enjoy the tour but it was nothing like I was anticipating.
Response from the operator: Hi Jeralyn, I'm surprised to hear this and the guide would normally bring you on your guided walk walk unless suggested otherwise. I will have a word with them. Lough Tay (Guinness Lake) is in the Sally Gap, which is an area that I'm sure you would have stopped.
via Viator
Powerscourt Gardens beuatifu;l; Glendalough visit badly mismnaged.
To start with what was positve: the Powerscourt Gardens were spectaculr/ What was deeply disappointing was the Glendalough portion. I picked this tour becsuse of the brochure's photograph of a beiatiful unobsructed view of a lake. We could only peer through trees to see the lower lake. For the upper lake, after seeing the momastic site, we woul have needed track shoes to get to the vista pictured. We had no guide, and no map.. Signage was minimal. We spent the last half hour of our time there worried that we would miss the bus. And indeed the bus did not come to the bus pickup spot, buwas parked in an out-of-the-way lot. Multiple tour members besides us were lost and had to deal with the panicky feeling of not knwing where one was. This is not what was promised or pictured. I think we (Ron and Margaret) are entitled to a partial refund
Response from the operator: Hi Margaret, The lake at Glendalough is very accessible and this is the first time I have of an any issue in regards in getting to it from one of our tours. You do not need walking or hiking shoes as the track is very well kept and some people push their prams along it. Anyway, I'm not quite sure what happened that particular day but its is very uncommon.
via Viator
Enjoyable day trip to beautiful places
This was a good day trip to Wicklow and Glendlough. Enjoyed the small group size and pretty landscapes. And learning about the bogs and peat that is still burned as fuel. But I wish the guide would’ve told us at the start what our itinerary would be, as our group was heading for 3 different activities at the same time. I would’ve skipped the guided walk at the start and chosen to see the gardens at Powerscourt. By the time we got to the place to hike to the Glendalough lakes, was too tired. Overall, Kevin was a safe driver and a good guide. I especially enjoyed it when he shared an old legend involving the warrior god who imitated a baby to get out of a fight with a rival. Thank you Kevin!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much Eleanor and the guides usually do explain the outline of the tour at the start when they first get the whole group together.
via Tripadvisor
Lovely day trip from Dublin
Derek was informative and entertaining as well as punctual. He kept everything on schedule and was an excellent driver. We enjoyed the day.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much Erika for the excellent review.
via Tripadvisor
Special day in Ireland
Wonderful excursion. Beautiful scenery, excellent van ride, and our guide Kevin was very knowledgeable with the area and its history.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much Dennis for the wonderful review about your tour to Wicklow, Powerscourt and Glendalough with us.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 107
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Hilltoptreks, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 76.1.
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Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dublin.
How much does Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk cost?
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Prices start at $86 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Dublin usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Dublin is not rushed.
Is Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 305 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Dublin, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk?
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Around 107 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Dublin can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Dublin and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Dublin within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Dublin?
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On Outty we rank every Dublin experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Dublin to Belfast Titanic Dunluce Castle Giants Causeway Tour, Dublin to Belfast Black Cab: Dunluce Castle and Giant's Causeway, Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, including Wild Atlantic Way and Galway. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Dublin?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Dublin?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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What is included in Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk?
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Included: Local guide; Driver/guide; and Live commentary on board. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; and Food and drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk?
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The Molly Malone statue sits outside a large stone church on Suffolk Street Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Guided Walk?
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Across 305 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
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