Location: Wicklow
Top Things to do in Wicklow
7 Private Tours in Wicklow That You Shouldn't Miss
Wicklow (Irish: Cill Mhantáin, meaning "church of the toothless one") is the county town of County Wicklow and the capital of the Mid-East Region in Ireland. Located south of Dublin on the east coast of the island, it has a population of 10,584 according to the 2016 census. The town is to the east of the N11 route between Dublin and Wexford. Wicklow is also linked to the rail network, with Dublin commuter services now extending to the town. Additional services connect with Arklow, Wexford and Rosslare Europort, a main ferry port. There is also a commercial port, mainly importing timber and textiles. The River Vartry is the main river which flows through the town.
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1. Wicklow Mountains Private Tour - A Little Gem Experience (Prices per group)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Little Gem tours specialise in private experiences of Ireland. Our Wicklow day tour takes in the main highlights along with off the beaten path travel during the journey. Get away from the tourist crowds on a private, boutique tour of Wicklow with award winning professional driver, guides.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Professional Driver Guide, All tolls and taxes.
Exclusions: Activity Entrance Fees, Lunch
Reviewed By pauladwyer
We took a 12 day private tour of Ireland with Little Gem back in 2019 and it was the best travel experience of our lives. We were an extended family of 12 and had all generations of travellers. Little Gem provided a perfect experience from the start. Private tour planner Rosie worked with us on every detail of our travels and customized the perfect tour for us. Our driver guide was incredible and knew all the best spots to take us away from the tour coaches. Each night we stayed in amazing local accommodations including some very swanky 5* castles as well as a lovely farm stay and B&B's. We would highly recommend Little Gem Private Tours of Ireland!!
2. Private Day Tour of Wicklow, Powerscourt and Glendalough from Dublin
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 10 reviews
On this private day tour of Wicklow which we offer you can choose to see and visit the places that are of most interest to you. You can design your tour with activities if you choose. Spend as much time in the places you like and take the time to enjoy and take in all the wonderful scenery. You can choose to eat in an Irish Pub in the hills, enjoy a guided walk or just relax by the lakes in Glendalough. The choice is yours and we are here to help you have the day you want.
Inclusions: Includes transport and guide.
Exclusions: Entrance fees, meals or drinks.
Reviewed By hmfinn
a wonderful walk with guide Gillian. it was an easy walk in terms of terrain and i was fascinated to hear all Gillian had to say about wild flowers and local lore as we walked along
3. Private Wicklow Tour
With Ireland with Locals, you get to see the best Ireland has to offer in the comfort of one of our high-end vehicles & in the company or your own private guide.
Inclusions: Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By Michael M
I contacted our hotel (The Alex Hotel) to book a private tour of Dublin for my wife and I. The hotel recommended Brian O'Reilly from Tours with Locals Ireland. Unfortunately, the hotel never confirmed the reservation with Brian. When I contacted Brian regarding the tour he was unavailable but arranged for a free tour the following day with his colleague, Alan Ingoldsby. Alan was a very knowledgable, personable and funny guide. He took us to Trinity College, (recommended us to book - Book of Kells Tour) , took us to numerous locations including Guiness Factory, Jameson Distillery, Phoenix Park ( US Ambassador & Irish President's residences), Kilmainham Gaol Jail, Hapenny Bridge, Dublin Castle among many other stops. Along the way Alan informed us of Irish history and recommended Pubs and restaurants that were enjoyed by the locals. The tour was a great overview that allowed us return to spots that we wanted to explore more in depth. When I return to Dublin I will definitely contact Brian O'Reilly and request Alan Ingoldsby as a tour guide.
4. Wicklow Scenic and Musical History Coach Tour
I am Wicklow born and bred and have a keen interest in my county's cultural heritage. I am an opera trained singer and traditional Irish musician. This tour is about learning Wicklows heritage through the songs depicting the stories.. from lands taken with deception, violence and guile, 1,000s deported for trivial crimes to build the colony of Australia, severely affected famine locations, evictions, estate owners availing of the famine to remove unwanted tenants and "square" their estates. I have staged Musical History events in Kilruddery House and Wicklow Jail and staged Living Dublin 1916 for RTE featuring classical, choral and traditional Irish music. I look forward to taking you on a musical history tour with songs and stories at Wicklows most iconic scenic locations.
Inclusions: Fresh local sandwiches and drink' also free whiskey tasting
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5. Glendalough, Wicklow - Private Shore Excursion
Imagine that just an hour’s drive from bustling Dublin is a wilderness of deep verdant valleys, highland bog with wild deer and secluded mysterious lakes. This is a tour of epic scenery and fascinating history. Real Ireland awaits! This tour is perfect for those who want to finally experience the 40 shades of green that Ireland is famous for; purposefully relax by filling your lungs & spirit with the freshness of the countryside (Lough Tay, Wicklow Gap, Blessington Lakes); delight in stories & histories about old Ireland (Glendalough); and indulge in great food and artisanal products (Avoca handweavers, Powerscourt House & Gardens). Just like at all sites, your professional guide will recount the stories, explain the history and culture along the way. You will arrive back at Dublin Port in good time for your departure. Always be sure to inform your guide of when you’d like to arrive back at the ship. We suggest 90mins at least to account for any traffic delays.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees, Private transportation
Exclusions: Tips, Purchase your own lunch
6. Full-Day Wicklow Tour with Private Driver
• Tours pick up and drop off at clients’ hotel. Tour pick up times are flexible but MUST be advised at time of booking. Tours do not include entrance fees. Suggested entrance tickets have been provided as a separate charge with each tour. •Chauffeurs provide a panoramic tour with historic highlights and luxurious transport to and from the sites visited but are not accredited tour guides. The tour descriptions are suggested itineraries, the passengers may visit any other sites within the tour areas that they may wish to visit, time permitting. The driver will discuss any specific requests with passengers on the day. •Visits will include Wicklow, the garden of Ireland, taking in east coast drive to Glendalough, Wicklow mountains, stopping for lunch in Roundwood village.
Inclusions: Hotel Pick up and Drop off, Transport by private vehicle, Water Bottle
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Reviewed By richard h
very good service. We arrived about 30 minutes early so had to call service but the driver was there in about 10 minutes. Interesting drive in morning rush hour!
7. Enjoy the beauty of the Irish countryside Wicklow Private Tour
Wicklow Mountains National Park is situated just south of Dublin. The Park covers 20,000 hectares of mountain scenery, and many roads cross through it. The most popular location for visitors to the National park is the scenic and historic valley of Glendalough. Much of the rest of the Park is remote with few facilities, but the scenery is worth admiring - actually Powerscourt Gardens were voted the 3rd most beautiful gardens in the world by National Geographic! The guide will pick you up from your hotel or from your cruise ship. You will have a scenic drive along the coast and into the Dublin Mountains across through the wonderful wild rugged countryside of Wicklow. Your tour will take in a monastic site of Glendalough, Guinness Lake, and the National Park. At the end of the tour, the driver will take you back to the place you are staying.
Inclusions: Professional licensed guide, Pick-up and drop-off, Transportation in a private vehicle, All fees and taxes
Exclusions: Food and drinks
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