Dublin: Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheepdog Herding Experience
4.8
1,068 Ratings
Hugh Lane Gallery
Experience the beauty of Dublin with a visit to Glendalough and Wicklow Mountains. Explore the historic city of Kilkenny and witness a real shepherd and his sheepdog in action at Glendalough.
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Temple Bar - Briefly go past Temple Bar
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Live commentary on board
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Witness firsthand a legitimate shepherd and his sheepdog performing their duties, steering a flock of sheep in Glendalough. Embark on a hike across one of Ireland’s most awe-inspiring outdoor spots. Have an in-depth tour of the grand Wicklow Mountains and the stately Glendalough. You’ll also enjoy the charming city of Kilkenny, taking your time to wander through its ancient castles, abbeys, and alleyways that have been present for centuries.

  • Not recommended for small children. If they are very used to travelling on a bus tour and very used to walking, please book 1 seat per child and bring your own child seat.
  • Not recommended to those with walking disabilities (a fair amount of walking involved)
  • Not recommended for participants with back problems, with heart complaints, pregnant women or other serious medical conditions
  • If passengers are late to the pick up the bus will not wait for them even if they call the office before hand. Must make sure they are on time. If passengers are intoxicated at any stage of the tour they will not be allowed on/back on the bus.
  • The pick up point is in the City Centre so there is no parking available for passengers to leave their cars for the entire day.
  • Use the bathroom prior to coming to the pick up point. Bring a packed lunch and also wear comfortable clothing, comfortable shoes as well as a rainproof jacket.
Location
Hugh Lane Gallery
Parnell Square North
Please be at the departure point 5 - 10 mins before our tour leaves. Meeting point: Outside Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane, Parnell Square N, Dublin 1, at 8 am Return point: 12 Aston Quay, Temple Bar, Dublin, D02 TE81, Ireland between 6:30pm and 7:30pm.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Rhondal801
Apr 21, 2024
Enjoyable day trip! - Fantastic time with Robert (our driver) and Delaney ( our guide). Weather was scrappy but that can't be helped. They were both courteous and professional. We had a great day and we especially enjoyed the sheepdog show 5 stars!!!
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Biancap943
Apr 20, 2024
Fun & interesting Glendalough, Wicklow & Kilkenny tour - Aoife & Brian were great. Aoife was funny, informative & really entertaining. It was well organized, timely & fun. Highly recommend the company & Aoife! Thanks for a great day.
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X1114kvmelissas
Apr 20, 2024
Wonderful time and got to see outside Dublin! - Fantastic tour! Brian our driver and Aoife our guide were both wonderful! Very personable. Great commentary, learned a lot about Ireland, countryside was beautiful! Didn’t realize what all we were actually seeing til we got there including the lakes at Glendalough and the castle at Kilkenny. Good amount of walking and stops to enjoy. Had a great time!
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J2056ly_
Apr 19, 2024
MUST - I wanted to check out wicklow mountain before I leave Ireland, and it was absolutely the best decision that I booked this last minute. Entire tour was lovely and learned a lot about Ireland from history to music 🇮🇪 ✨ At the end of the trip, Aoife(our amazing tour guide😇) shared recommendations for places, activities, music, thrift shops and etc. So bummed that I got this on my last day in Dublin! Sure need to come back ✨ Thank you Aoife and Vic 💖
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Andreas
Apr 19, 2024
Great - Our Irish guide Quiggs brought us closer to his Irish homeland with great passion and expertise. Highly recommended.
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Kathy_g
Apr 18, 2024
Profesional, engaging and well timed - This was a fabulous tour! We had ample time at each stop to make the most of each activity. It was a lovely blend of history, nature and culture. Luke was a very professional and warm guide, and we felt safe with Tomas behind the wheel. The tour was very well organised and a good duration, returning us to Dublin in time for dinner. I would definitely choose this tour company again and was very happy knowing we’d seen a bit more of the beautiful Republic of Ireland.
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Kevinbj2206zv
Apr 18, 2024
a real discovery - A simple and authentic excursion that fully deserves its five stars. Between immense landscape and nature, discovery of sheepdogs on a simple farm in the heart of the Irish countryside with a superb demonstration and a little bonus if there are children (bottles for the lambs), then a visit to Kilkenny , the former capital of the country, full of history and magnificent buildings. Small bonus for a pub in Kilkenny which deserves its reputation and to be seen (the Left Bar) Between Brian at the bus control and Rachel at the microphone you will benefit from qualified and super friendly people 😉 An excursion not to be missed 😊
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C7546ttmichellec
Apr 17, 2024
Fabulous Day trip from Dublin - We had an amazing day despite the heavy rain at Glendalough. Mary was an incredible tour guide. She escorted us on a hike in Glendalough, provided wonderful history and information between stops, and gave us great advice on where to eat and what to do in Kilkenney. The sheepdog demonstration was very unique and a nice stop. The tour was well organized, the timing was good, and the sites were amazing. For the price, I felt that this was a wonderful value. Mary was very organized and informative. She really made the experience wonderful.
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Lauren_d
Apr 17, 2024
Rachel and Brian are wonderful! - Rachel and Brian were excellent! Rachel was personable, knowledgeable and just a fun host to have. She gave excellent recommendations at each stop and shared an entire list of things to do in Dublin, including an amazing Spotify playlist! It was wonderful being driven to sights all day and taking mini naps in between. I was OBSESSED with the sheepdogs! Not something I thought I would do in Ireland!
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Anitaane81
Apr 15, 2024
!! Simply great!! - Quiggst, our tour guide, was amazing. During the whole tour he told us interesting background stories about Ireland, anecdotes and even played us two beautiful pieces on his flute. A very relaxed day, we learned a lot and would book a tour with Quiggst again next time if possible, highly recommended!!!! As for the driver, Goran, he was very focused when driving and you really felt very safe.
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