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Swap Dublin’s streets for the wild slopes of County Wicklow on a private day trip that hits Powerscourt Waterfall, Lough Tay, Sally Gap and the Glendalough monastic site. Ideal for photographers and short-walk explorers who want a full taste of Ireland’s hill country in one day.
Swap Dublin’s streets for the wild slopes of County Wicklow on a private day trip that hits Powerscourt Waterfall, Lough Tay, Sally Gap and the Glendalough monastic site. Ideal for photographers and short-walk explorers who want a full taste of Ireland’s hill country in one day.
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You step out of Dublin’s city hum and the road pulls you into green that seems to move — sheep on slopes, stone walls slicing the hills, and a road that climbs toward the Wicklow range. The tour unfolds in a single day: Powerscourt Waterfall’s 121-meter drop, the dark, peaty bowl of Lough Tay, and the ruined towers of Glendalough set beside twin lakes.
easy.
8–10 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; walking is limited to short, moderate trails and viewpoints
Yes — private transfers with pickup and drop-off in Dublin are included; vehicle size depends on group size.
Only the 10-hour option includes skip-the-line tickets to Powerscourt Gardens; the 8-hour option does not.
Expect several short walks (10–30 minutes) from car parks to viewpoints and sites; none require technical gear or long approaches.
The tour is family-friendly and accessible in many areas, but some sites have uneven ground; contact the operator about mobility needs in advance.
Glendalough’s monastic settlement was founded in the 6th century by St. Kevin and became an important center of pilgrimage and learning through the Middle Ages.
Wicklow Mountains National Park is managed to protect blanket bog, heath and upland habitats; visitors should stick to marked paths to limit erosion and avoid disturbing sensitive peatlands.
Rosotravel - Ireland City Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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