Powerscourt and Glendalough Private Day Tour from Dublin
Overview
Escape to County Wicklow, the “Garden of Ireland,” on a private luxury tour blending ancient history, breathtaking scenery, and elegant gardens.
Begin at Glendalough, a peaceful glacial valley home to a 6th-century monastic settlement founded by St. Kevin. Explore its ancient churches, iconic Round Tower, and Celtic crosses beside tranquil lakes. Discover the fascinating stories of early Irish monks as you wander through this remarkable setting, surrounded by wooded hills and timeless natural beauty.
Travel through the spectacular Wicklow Mountains, enjoying panoramic views of rugged peaks and rolling hills with memorable photo stops. Stop at Lough Tay, the famous “Guinness Lake,” renowned for its dark waters and white sandy shoreline.
Conclude at Powerscourt House and Gardens, where Italian terraces, Japanese Gardens, and colourful Walled Gardens sit beneath Sugarloaf Mountain.
Enjoy the comfort and flexibility of a personalised journey through Ireland’s beautiful Garden County.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Admission Tickets to Powerscourt House & Gardens
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English speaker tour guide
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
We pick clients up at their hotel in counties Dublin, Meath, and Louth. I drive a green Skoda Superb.
What To Expect
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Glendalough Monastic Settlement
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Lough Tay
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Powerscourt House & Gardens
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Private transportation.
- Admission Tickets to Powerscourt House & Gardens.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- English speaker tour guide.
- Lunch.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Powerscourt and Glendalough Private Day Tour from Dublin is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Powerscourt and Glendalough Private Day Tour from Dublin will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
- Admission Tickets to Powerscourt House & Gardens
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English speaker tour guide
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
