Ireland Day Tours from Dublin

Discover the breathtaking landscapes of County Wicklow on this private Ireland day tour from Dublin. Begin with a scenic drive through the Dublin Mountains before entering Wicklow National Park, often called the Garden of Ireland. Enjoy spectacular viewpoints overlooking valleys, forests and lakes as your guide shares stories about the history and legends of the region. The tour continues to the peaceful monastic settlement of Glendalough, founded by St Kevin in the 6th century, where you can explore the ancient round tower, ruined churches and forest walking trails beside the famous twin lakes. This tour offers the perfect balance of natural beauty, Irish history and relaxed exploration in the comfort of a luxury vehicle.

Explore two of Wicklow’s most spectacular natural attractions on this relaxing private day tour from Dublin. Travel through the Wicklow Mountains before arriving at Powerscourt Waterfall, Ireland’s highest waterfall at 121 metres, where fresh clear river water cascades down granite rock into the valley below. Enjoy time to walk through the surrounding forest trails, breathe in the fresh mountain air or relax with a picnic lunch. The afternoon is spent exploring Powerscourt Gardens, a stunning 47-acre estate featuring themed gardens including Italian terraces, Japanese gardens and the scented Rose Garden. With panoramic views of the Wicklow Mountains, this tour combines nature, history and peaceful scenery in one unforgettable experience.

Discover the breathtaking landscapes of County Wicklow on this private Ireland day tour from Dublin. Begin with a scenic drive through the Dublin Mountains before entering Wicklow National Park, often called the Garden of Ireland. Enjoy spectacular viewpoints overlooking valleys, forests and lakes as your guide shares stories about the history and legends of the region. The tour continues to the peaceful monastic settlement of Glendalough, founded by St Kevin in the 6th century, where you can explore the ancient round tower, ruined churches and forest walking trails beside the famous twin lakes. This tour offers the perfect balance of natural beauty, Irish history and relaxed exploration in the comfort of a luxury vehicle.

Enjoy one of Ireland’s most scenic day trips from Dublin as you explore the Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough and the magnificent Powerscourt Estate. Your journey begins with breathtaking mountain views, including the famous Lough Tay, often called the Guinness Lake. Continue to the historic Glendalough monastic site where St Kevin founded a religious community in the 6th century, surrounded by tranquil lakes and forest trails. After lunch in the nearby village of Laragh, the tour continues to Powerscourt Gardens, one of the most beautiful landscaped estates in Europe. The gardens feature Italian terraces, Japanese gardens and colourful rose gardens set against the dramatic Wicklow mountain backdrop.

Visit the medieval city of Kilkenny on this fascinating private day tour from Dublin. Kilkenny Castle, originally built in the 12th century, was home to the powerful Butler family for nearly 600 years and today stands as one of Ireland’s most impressive restored castles. After exploring the castle grounds and interiors on a guided tour, enjoy lunch in Kilkenny City before discovering its charming medieval streets. Your guide will lead a walking tour through historic lanes filled with stories of witchcraft, politics and religion. Highlights include St Canice’s Cathedral, one of Ireland’s most beautiful Gothic cathedrals, as well as local shops and artisan boutiques.

Explore two of Ireland’s most historic landmarks on this private day tour combining Norman and ancient Irish history. Begin with a visit to Trim Castle, the largest Anglo-Norman castle in Ireland, built by Hugh de Lacy and famously used as a filming location for the movie Braveheart. The massive 20-sided keep once formed part of a formidable fortress protected by walls and a moat. After lunch in a traditional Irish pub, the tour continues to the Hill of Tara, one of Ireland’s most sacred ancient sites. Walk the rolling grasslands where Irish kings were crowned and hear stories of mythology, power and early Irish civilisation.

Travel deep into Ireland’s ancient past on this fascinating private heritage tour from Dublin. Visit Newgrange, a prehistoric passage tomb built over 5,000 years ago, making it older than both Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids. This remarkable monument is famous for its winter solstice alignment, when sunlight illuminates the inner chamber through a narrow roof box. After exploring the Brú na Bóinne archaeological site, the tour continues to the Hill of Tara, the legendary seat of Ireland’s High Kings. Walk across the sacred landscape where over 140 kings are believed to have been inaugurated and stand beside the Lia Fáil, the Stone of Destiny.

Step back in time on this private historical tour visiting two of Ireland’s most impressive ancient landmarks. The Rock of Cashel rises dramatically above the plains of Tipperary and was once the seat of the Kings of Munster before becoming an important religious centre. Explore the medieval ruins and hear stories of St Patrick, who is believed to have baptised King Aengus here in the 5th century. After lunch in the town of Cashel, the tour continues to the Rock of Dunamase, a ruined fortress perched high above the countryside in County Laois. With sweeping views across the Irish midlands and a fascinating Viking and Norman history, this tour offers a powerful glimpse into Ireland’s past.

Experience the authentic Irish countryside on this unique private tour through the Wicklow Mountains and Glendalough Valley. Travel through Wicklow National Park where dramatic landscapes of rivers, forests and mountain valleys reveal some of Ireland’s most breathtaking scenery. After exploring the historic Glendalough area and enjoying lunch in a traditional Irish pub, the tour continues to a local family farm. Here you will meet a farmer whose family has worked the land for generations and witness an incredible sheepdog demonstration as skilled border collies respond to whistle commands while herding sheep across the hills. Guests can also hold a baby lamb and learn about the traditions of hill farming in rural Ireland.