Combine Ireland's stunning coastal and mountain scenery on this lovely rail tour from Dublin. You'll travel through the magical Wicklow Mountains, visit the traditional town of Avoca and explore the ancient monastic settlement at Glendalough. This scenic coach and rail trip from Dublin shows you the best of Ireland in one day.

Highlights

  • Seven-hour trip by train and coach from Dublin to the Wicklow Mountains, Avoca and Glendalough
  • Wicklow Mountains - the 'Garden of Ireland'
  • Lovely village of Avoca, location for the BBC series Ballykissangel
  • Ancient monastic settlement at Glendalough
  • Hosted train travel
  • Information pack
  • Friendly, professional tour guide

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Departing from Dublin Connolly Station, you'll travel by train (snack bar onboard) to village of Rathdrum, incorporating a journey into the heart of County Wicklow. Taking a stunning scenic coastal route you'll pass the magnificent Killiney Bay, a must-see Irish beauty-spot framed by the Great Sugar Loaf Mountain, and the sriking Bray Head hill. From here, your train tour swings inland to the mountains of County Wicklow, where you'll experience the 'Garden of Ireland' at its best!

On arrival at the village of Rathdrum, you'll join the coach for a journey through the Vale of Avoca. In the lovely village of Avoca (where the BBC series Ballykissangel was filmed) you can see famous Avoca wool-weavers at work and spend time at leisure.

Continue to the ancient monastic settlement at stunning Glendalough before rejoining the train for the scenic return journey to Dublin Connolly Station, conveniently arriving in the late afternoon.

Schedule Details

Wicklow Mountains, Avoca and Glendalough Rail Tour from Dublin

Avoca - setting of the BBC series Ballykissangel, and known for handweaving

Departs:

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Departure Point: Tour departs from Dublin Connolly Station. Departure Time:

Check-in at Dublin Connolly Station is at 9:20am.  The train will depart at 9:40am

Duration:

7 hours (approx.)

Return details:

Returns to original departure point at approximately 4:45pm

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Additional Information

Inclusions:
    • Host on trains
    • Information pack
    • Reserved seats on trains
    • Qualified driver-guide on coaches
    • All travel by rail and coach from Dublin
Exclusions:
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Info:

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • For infants 4 years and under, a fee of 5 euros per day is payable direct
  • This tour offers stops en route for photographs, shopping, etc
  • Due to operational reasons it may, on occasion, be necessary to alter certain itineraries
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5 star rating: Highly Recommended

A great trip with a fantastic guide! Definately recommend!

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Louisa N, March 2012

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Lovely trip! It wasn't your fault that it rained. Still a fun experience. Read more ›

 

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