
There are several day tours to help you escape from the bustling life of
the city and experience the surrounding countryside. One of the most popular
trips is to Glendalough in the heart of Wicklow, a couple of hours from Dublin
city. You pass though spectacular countryside (‘Braveheart’ was
filmed here) and tour the south coast of Dublin.All Tours can be booked at
reception.
For more information on these and many other tours please ask one of our
receptionists. NB. Prices quoted are subject to change.
Over the Top Wicklow & Glendalough
Duration: 9.20 am till 5.30 pm
Description: We offer you the opportunity to enjoy this land of mysterious
mountains and spectacular valleys. The tour starts over the Dublin mountains
and into the picturesque Sally Gap. Experience breathtaking views with
complimentary coffee! Wicklow is widely known as the “Garden of Ireland” Stop
where you like and when you like along the route. See the famous film locations
for Braveheart and Ballykissangel. Visit hidden lakes and luscious waterfalls.
Travel the by-roads to beautiful Glendalough and after a healthy walk,
time for lunch* and a drop of the famous brew. Returning home via the depths
of the Wicklow mountains passing the scenic lakes of Blessington.
Ticket Prices: Adults: €28 / Students: €25
More information: www.overthetoptours.com
Over the TopCeltic Experience
Duration: 9.00 am till 6.00 pm
Description: We offer you the opportunity to enjoy this land of legend, mystique,
and folklore. Experience some of the most remarkable legacies of the ancient
Celtic people. Explore the Hill of Tara, Seat of Power of the old High
Kings of Ireland. Wander amongst the prehistoric tombs, underground passages
and graves of Fourknocks, built before the great pyramids of Egypt more
than 5000 years ago. See the mysterious Monasteries and High Crosses of
Mellifont Abbey and Monasterboice. Finally, return home via the Hill of
Slane where St. Patrick lit a Paschal Fire in 433 to proclaim Christianity
throughout Ireland. Overall, a thrilling experience!
Ticket Prices: Adults: €29 / Students: €27
More information: www.overthetoptours.com
Paddywagon - 1 Day Belfast
Duration: 1 day
Description: The North is quickly becoming a must-see for any traveller arriving
in Ireland. This tour enables you to focus on Belfast, in the little corner
of our Motherland so ever present in World Headlines since 1969 but now experiencing
a new dawn. We introduce you to local guides and characters and customs of
both the Ulster Irish and Ulster British communities while you travel in
the black Cab tour of belfast.
More information: www.paddywagontours.com
Paddywagon - 1 Day Kilkenny
Duration: 1 day
Description: What a way to get a taste of the true beauty of Ireland!
Travel through beautiful Kildare to historic Kilkenny. Once the medieval
capital of Ireland, Kilkenny boasts of Irelands finest Norman castle with
an opportunity to enjoy a pint of kilkenny in Kilkenny. Also great shopping
in the indigenous and tradiational Kilkenny design shop. Gaze at the rolling
hills, rugged mountains and glacial valleys of county Wicklow. The Garden
of Ireland. Visit the monastic city of St. Kevin at Glendalough (Braveheart
wedding scenes). Sparkling lakes, dense forests and romantic babbling brooks
make this a spectacular and scenic drive...
More information: www.paddywagontours.com
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