--- title: "From Dublin: Wicklow, Glendalough, Waterfall & Sheepdog Show" lang: en type: tour city: Dublin country: Ireland price: 50 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.58 reviews: 211 duration_minutes: 420 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 15 of 16 (Wicklow, Glendalough & Kilkenny Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/tours/from-dublin-wicklow-glendalough-waterfall-sheepdog-show/ --- # From Dublin: Wicklow, Glendalough, Waterfall & Sheepdog Show In our comparison: #15 of 16 in Wicklow, Glendalough & Kilkenny Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover Ireland’s hidden gems on a day trip to Glendalough and the Wicklow Mountains. Departing Dublin at 9:30 AM, your journey begins with a scenic drive and a warm welcome from your guide. First stop: Powerscourt Waterfall, where you’ll have up to an hour to enjoy the views and take photos. Next, explore the 6th-century monastic ruins of Glendalough, nestled among lakes and forested hills. You’ll have two hours here for sightseeing and lunch (not included). Then, experience a live sheepdog demonstration — a true Irish tradition. This tour offers the perfect mix of history, nature, and culture. ## Before you book - Meeting point: *PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE MEETING POINT 10… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 09:30: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €50 per person - Duration: 7h - Rating: 4.58/5 from 211 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Irish Day Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 09:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.58 from 211 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 90% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 189 of 211. - 5 stars: 164 (78%) - 4 stars: 25 (12%) - 3 stars: 9 (4%) - 2 stars: 6 (3%) - 1 star: 7 (3%) ## What's included - Driver guide - USB port and Wifi in some buses - All activities admission - Transportation to and from Dublin ## Not included - Lunch - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Molly Malone Statue** (5m) - Depart from Dublin at 09:30am. Meet your guide and fellow travellers at the Molly Malone Statue on Suffolk Street to begin an unforgettable day exploring Co. Wicklow, known as the 'Garden of Ireland'. *PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE MEETING POINT 10 MIN BEFORE THE APPOINTED TIME* 2. **Powerscourt Waterfall** (50m; admission included) - Our first stop of the day is the breathtaking Powerscourt Waterfall, nestled in the heart of County Wicklow. As Ireland’s tallest waterfall, it plunges an impressive 121 meters (397 feet) into a serene, tree-lined valley, creating a truly mesmerizing sight. Surrounded by the... 3. **Glendalough Monastic Settlement** (2h) - Situated in the "valley of the two lakes," Glendalough is a historic gem surrounded by breathtaking scenery. It was created as a monastery retreat in the sixth century by Saint Kevin. Wandering around the remnants of the ancient city, visitors can learn about Ireland's... 4. **The last stop of our Wicklow day tour is to a working sheep farm** (45m) - Meet a friendly local farmer who will delight in introducing you to rural life on the farm. You will be introduced to their working sheepdogs; they will explain the breed of dog used and show you how they are trained to carry out their duties. The farmer will also talk about... 5. **Molly Malone Statue** (5m) - We arrive back in Dublin’s fair city at around 4:45 pm. Thanks for joining us! ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point *PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE MEETING POINT 10 MIN BEFORE THE APPOINTED TIME* Please be aware that the ending time is subject to traffic conditions. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time. - Breaks will be taken at service stations in road, where you can buy food and use the toilet facilities. - Please keep in mind that the arrival time is subject to traffic conditions ## Compared with other Wicklow, Glendalough & Kilkenny Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #15 of 16** | €50 | 7h | 4.58 (211) | shared | | [Dublin & Wicklow Mountain Pub Tour small group tour max 15 people](/ireland/dublin/tours/dublin-wicklow-mountain-pub-tour-small-group-tour-max-15-people/?format=md) | €96 | 9h | 5.0 (282) | shared | | [Dublin to Glendalough, Wicklow and Kilkenny Full Day Guided Tour](/ireland/dublin/tours/dublin-to-glendalough-wicklow-and-kilkenny-full-day-guided-tour/?format=md) | €45 | 9h 15m | 4.9 (6879) | shared | | [Dublin: Glendalough, Wicklow, Kilkenny and Sheepdog demonstration](/ireland/dublin/tours/dublin-glendalough-wicklow-kilkenny-and-sheepdog-demonstration/?format=md) | €38 | 10h | 4.89 (2783) | shared | Ranked #15 of 16 in Wicklow, Glendalough & Kilkenny Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €162, median €53; typical length 8h. 4 of 16 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/wicklow-glendalough-tours/?format=md ## More in Dublin - All Dublin tours: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/tours/from-dublin-wicklow-glendalough-waterfall-sheepdog-show/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/ireland/dublin/?format=md