Journey through Ireland’s Garden County on a private day tour with Touristy Ireland, visiting the haunting Wicklow Gaol, tranquil Glendalough valley, and grand Powerscourt Gardens. Discover history, nature, and culture framed by stunning coastal views.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable with several hours of light walking and standing during guided stops.
Wildlife
History
Wicklow Gaol was a grim prison reflecting Ireland's struggle during the 18th and 19th centuries; Glendalough houses monastic ruins dating back to the 6th century.
Conservation
Efforts are ongoing to preserve Wicklow’s natural habitats and historic sites, balancing tourism with ecosystem protection and cultural heritage maintenance.
Touristy Ireland
Journey through Ireland’s Garden County on a private day tour with Touristy Ireland, visiting the haunting Wicklow Gaol, tranquil Glendalough valley, and grand Powerscourt Gardens. Discover history, nature, and culture framed by stunning coastal views.
Touristy Ireland offers a collection of private guided tours that focus on Ireland’s historic landmarks and natural highlights. The company organizes private day trips and half-day experiences departing from Dublin and covering Northern Ireland, the Boyne Valley, the Burren, and County Wicklow. Key itineraries include Belfast & Northern Ireland Day Trips highlighting Titanic Belfast, the Giant’s Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge; a 1916 Rebellion private guided full-day tour through Dublin’s revolutionary sites such as the GPO and Kilmainham Gaol; and a Newgrange & Hill of Tara tour through the UNESCO-listed Boyne Valley.
Each listed tour description emphasizes private guiding and tailored pacing, from a Dublin City private guided half-day tour focused on Trinity College and Kilmainham Gaol to full-day options like the Cliffs of Moher tour from Dublin that crosses the unique Burren landscape and Galway Bay coastline. Other private itineraries include North Dublin Castles & Coast with Trim Castle and the Hill of Tara, a Wicklow Gaol, Glendalough & Powerscourt private tour, and private Giant’s Causeway tours starting in Dublin that visit the Dark Hedges and Dunluce Castle.
Touristy Ireland concentrates on personalized experiences, local insights, and visits to both cultural and natural UNESCO and heritage sites. Tourists looking for private, historically focused, and scenic day excursions from Dublin will find detailed itineraries and options for half-day or full-day private guided travel.
Regions Covered
Dublin & Northern Ireland
Tours across east and north Ireland
Private Tours
10 tours
Private full-day and half-day tours
UNESCO Sites
Newgrange & Giant’s Causeway
Includes UNESCO-listed attractions
Tour Lengths
Half & Full Day
Flexible half-day and full-day options
Select a date for a private guided tour — Newgrange, Cliffs of Moher, Giant’s Causeway, Dublin city highlights, or a customized itinerary.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
This tour involves light to moderate walking on uneven surfaces, especially around Glendalough’s trails and historic sites.
Bring waterproof outerwear
Irish weather is changeable; waterproof jackets will keep you comfortable during outdoor stops and coastal drives.
Have cash or card for entrance fees
Entrance to Wicklow Gaol and Powerscourt Gardens is not included and requires separate payment at the sites.
Prepare your camera or smartphone
There are plentiful photo opportunities of historic structures, serene lakes, and garden vistas.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provide support and grip for light walks over uneven terrain.
Waterproof jacket
Protects against sudden rain common throughout the year.
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Camera or smartphone
Capture moments from historic sites and scenic landscapes.
Small daypack
Carry snacks, water, and extra layers comfortably.