Wicklow Mountaineer Day Tour by Train

Explore Ireland's Ancient East as you travel down the coast of Ireland to Arklow and Glendalough in Co. Wicklow while taking in the beautiful views.

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Half-day Tour to Wicklow

Depart from Dun Laoghaire station at 09:55
You'll see an elevated view of Dublin City and all of it's architecture as the train travels south from Dublin Connolly heading towards Arklow in Co. Wicklow
The train travels along the coast towards Bray and Greystones
When you arrive in Arklow you'll board the coach and go to Avoca Handweavers where you will get a personal tour of the oldest working woollen mills that was established in 1723
You'll then have a lunch stop in a local pub, Fitzgerald's of Avoca.
Next stop is the stunning Glendalough; a 12th Century monastic settlement.
Travel to the upper lake of Glendalough to the original site of the monastic settlement, Highlights include Reefert Church, Temple-na-Skellig, St. Kevin's Cell, St. Kevin's Bed, the Caher and numerous celtic crosses.
You'll then walk back along a boardwalk where you can see ruins of churches, an ancient graveyard and the famous round tower in the Monastic City.
The tour continues through the beautiful landscapes of Wicklow before you head back to Dublin.
Arrive back at Dún Laoghaire Cruise Terminal by coach at 16:45 and in Dublin Connolly Station at 17:30