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Wicklow Mountaineer Train Tour
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This fantastic tour from Dublin will take you on a spectacular train journey south by Killiney Bay, around Bray Head and along the beautiful east coast to Wicklow, where you will swing west into the mountains. You will depart the train in the town of Arklow, where your guide will lead you to the waiting luxury coach. From here, you will drive to the village of Avoca.

The Avoca area is known for its famous copper mines, and was celebrated in the song "The Meeting of the Waters" by Thomas Moore. It is not clear as to when the area was settled, but Ptolemy mentions the river Obhoca on his early map of Ireland. Avoca has been used as a filming location for several films and BBC television series, and is also famous for its hand weaving.

During your guided tour you will make a visit to the oldest working woolen mill in Ireland, where you will see hand weaving demonstrated. You will have some free time for shopping, a quick lunch on your own, or maybe a pint.

After the break, you will drive to the ancient monastic city of Glendalough (Glen of the two lakes) which sits in a beautiful mountain setting. You will be taken to the Upper Lake of Glendalough, the original site of the monastic settlement, featuring sights such as Reefert Church, Temple-na-Skellig, St. Kevin's Cell, St. Kevin's Bed, the Caher, and various crosses. Your guide will walk you back along the boardwalk to the monastic city where you can see ruins of churches, a graveyard, and the famous Round Tower.

From Glendalough, you will be driven to the nearby rail head where you will board a scheduled train back to Dublin.

Tour Size
Standard
Tour Type
Scenic, Cultural
Tour Duration
7 Hours
Tour Departs From
Central Dublin. (Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.)
Activity Level
Easy
Food/Beverage Provided
Not Included
Recommended Dress
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and sensible, flat-soled walking shoes. Sunglasses, sunscreen, and a rain coat is suggested.
Restrictions
Guests must be able to walk over paved, gravel, and cobblestone surfaces, several of which are uneven and/or on inclines. There are steps at several sites. Guests must also be able to step up onto and off the train and coach without assistance. This tour can accommodate a collapsible wheelchair with advanced notice.


Item# Item Name Price: Number of Individuals Add
LEUIRDN735HALFD-EC Wicklow Mountaineer Train Tour-Children (Ages 16 and under)
$69.00
LEUIRDN735HALFD-EA Wicklow Mountaineer Train Tour-Number of Adults
$129.00
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