Private tour in Dublin John D

Pricing Details
Base cost of tour
  • $ 826 USD

Kilkenny City and Glendalough, Wicklow Mountains day trip

Tour #351180
4.8 (5)
Pricing Details
Base cost of tour

up to 5 people

8 hours

Private transportation

Party Size:

1

Overview of your Dublin tour:

As a genealogist and historian, I love showing the best-preserved parts of Ireland's history. Let me take you to the heart of medieval Ireland in the historic counties of Wicklow and Kilkenny Travel south through the Wicklow Mountains among some of the most beautiful scenery in Ireland, visiting Glendalough along the way with its ancient Celtic monastic ruins. Then, travel through the rich farmlands settled by the Norman French to visit the ancient medieval Norman City of Kilkenny with its ancient palace, / fortress of the Butler Dukes of Ormond who ruled Ireland as Vice Roy of the Kings of England when Kilkenny nor Dublin was Ireland's Capital Visit Ireland's best-preserved medieval City of Kilkenny with its medieval streets and buildings.

Your Dublin tour itinerary

Following pick up from your hotel, cruise ship or chosen venue in Dublin you will travel 1 hour or so south to the Wicklow Mountains. You will visit with an expert guide: - The ancient Celtic Monastic City of Glendalough in its beautiful valley - The Wicklow Gap (the highest mountain pass in Ireland) with spectacular views on a clear day. - And then journey 1. 5 hours to the ancient city of Kilkenny for lunch. - Tour inside the ancient fortress-palace of the Butler's, Dukes of Ormond We will then journey back to Dublin with a drop-off to your chosen location on your return. This tour can be customized to meet your needs. We can make changes to this tour and I can also create a brand new, tailor-made customized one, so if you don't see what you're looking for, all you need to do is click on 'Message' and ask me!

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Transportation Details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Limousine

Air Conditioned Mercedes Limousine. If you have more then 5 people, I can arrange a larger vehicle for bigger groups, provided enough notice is given. Please contact me for the details.

What's included
  • Other: In some locations due to traffic restrictions and lack of car parking, I will be unable to accompany you inside attractions. This is because there are only set-down and pick-up options available. When that occurs I will arrange to collect you again at an agreed time and tell you about what to see and do in advance.
  • Private Guide
  • Private Transportation
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses. - Entrance fees for Kilkenny Castle
  • Food Drinks Snacks
  • Tickets
Meeting location

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide:

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories

Nature Wildlife And Safaris

Day Trip

History

Architecture

Languages
Fluent

English

Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility

Kid Friendly

4.8

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    Size:

    up to 5 people

    Duration:

    8 hours

    Transportation:

    Private transportation

    Party Size:

    1

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    $ 826 USD

    Book with a 20% deposit!

    Size:

    up to 5 people

    Duration:

    8 hours

    Transportation:

    Private transportation

    Party Size:

    1

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    Select tour start time

    View our Cancellation policy

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