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Wicklow, Glendalough and Dublin Highlights Tour
A guided Wicklow and Glendalough day with Dublin highlights. Compare the mixed itinerary, walking requirements, meeting point and pub-stop details.
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Duration7 hours 30 minutes
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The IrelandMe take
What stands out about this one
Our practical read of the published itinerary, traveller feedback and local context, not the operator’s sales description.
This Big Bus Tours Dublin departure combines a Wicklow outing with a city drive and a pub stop. The important distinction is the mixed itinerary: choose it if you want countryside and a taste of Dublin in one organised day. Choose a dedicated Wicklow excursion if you would rather spend the available time outside the city.
The operator lists a seven-and-a-half-hour trip, an English-speaking guide and a maximum shared group of 30. The countryside portion includes Glendalough and a photo stop at Lough Tay. Back in Dublin, the advertised route includes city landmarks and a traditional pub. This is a coach outing with walking stops, not a guided mountain hike.
The published itinerary is the deciding factor here. Check the current meeting point and stop timings before committing.
One practical detail
The biggest planning choice is how much of your day you want to spend in Wicklow. This tour returns to Dublin for more sightseeing, so it suits someone with a short city break who wants a varied introduction. It is less convincing if you have already toured Dublin or want a long walk around the Glendalough lakes. Do not treat the free time as permission to set off on a distant trail without first agreeing the return time with your guide.
How the experience works
Viator listed this product as active when checked on 1 October 2026. A particular departure is only confirmed through the live booking calendar. The details below are researched from the operator's listing, not a first-hand IrelandMe review.
What the price covers
- Live English-speaking guide and a guided walk at Glendalough Monastic Site.
- Free time at Glendalough and the advertised Dublin highlights route.
- Onboard Wi-Fi, subject to the operator's service.
- The inclusions list one Guinness per adult. The listing separately says pulling your own pint carries an additional charge.
Hotel pickup and lunch are excluded. The listing also contains a general exclusion for food and drink despite advertising the Guinness inclusion. Confirm the selected option directly if the pub stop is a deciding factor, rather than assuming every drink or activity is covered.
Local tips that make the day better
Keep your evening flexible. The advertised duration is useful for rough planning, but traffic back into Dublin can make a tightly timed dinner or theatre reservation uncomfortable. Starting on Upper O'Connell Street also means allowing time to cross the city before departure if you are staying south of the river. Pack the rain layer where you can reach it at the first stop, rather than underneath luggage you leave on the coach. Finally, check the weather for Wicklow as well as Dublin: an easy morning in the city does not tell you how exposed the countryside stops will feel.
Good to know before booking
The stated meeting point is Big Bus Stop 1 at 13 Upper O'Connell Street, outside the Discover Ireland Centre. The listing gives a 9:45am departure and asks passengers to arrive 15 minutes early. Recheck the voucher because meeting instructions can change.
The operator asks for moderate fitness and comfortable shoes for uneven paths. Bring a waterproof layer, water and snacks; some stops have limited facilities. The advertised cancellation policy gives a full refund at least 24 hours before departure, subject to the terms of the option you select.
Make more of the area
Use the Wicklow county guide to decide whether you want a longer countryside stay. For a contrasting city-focused day, browse Dublin or compare the other departures in our tour collection.
Questions before you book
How long is Wicklow, Glendalough and Dublin Highlights Tour?
The published duration is 7 hours 30 minutes. Allow extra time to reach the meeting point and for your onward plans.
How much does Wicklow, Glendalough and Dublin Highlights Tour cost?
Prices vary by date and availability. Use the booking link to see the current total before paying.
What should I know before booking?
The published itinerary is the deciding factor here. Check the current meeting point and stop timings before committing.
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