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Ireland's standouts.
The 10 most popular waterford & kilkenny tours in Ireland. What each one actually includes, who runs it, and what you can expect to pay.
Dublin to Kilkenny and Glendalough with a sheepdog farm stop in Wicklow Mountains, guided walks, scenic gaps, and free time.
“A long day but worth it. Weather didn’t cooperate and had to make detours because of flooding, but we still enjoyed our day.”
From Dublin, tour Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough monastery, and Kilkenny on a guided day trip with coach ride, walking tours, and free time.
“Glendalough was beautiful and we loved the history of it.”
Day trip from Dublin to Glendalough and Kilkenny: monastic ruins, lake walks, Wicklow Gap views, and a guided medieval city tour.
“We traveled as a group of 4 and took this experience with around 20 other people. The sites are amazing, its a fair bit of walking but worth it. This was mostly a self-guided tour though there were opportunities to hear the tour guide provide historical information while on the bus and during the tour…”
Dublin to Glendalough, Wicklow Mountains, Kilkenny and a sheepdog show, with time for ruins, views, and medieval streets.
“Godfrey was really talkative and friendly. When the history gets too hards, he makes a joke that helps to get his attention. Would recommend if you want a relaxing day in the nature. No rush.”
A guided look at Waterford Crystal making in Waterford: mold room, 1300-degree furnace, then time to shop a huge showroom and café.
“This tour is fantastic so insightful. The guide was very informative and being so close to the workings of the factory was great.”
Dublin day trip to Glendalough and Kilkenny with scenic Wicklow roads and a live sheepdog herding demo. No car needed, good value.
“We had a great time during this excursion! Everything was well organized and very enjoyable. Our guide, Dylan, was fantastic, friendly, knowledgeable, and full of funny anecdotes that made the experience even more memorable. We learned a lot while having a good laugh along the way.”
A full-day coach trip from Dublin to Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough, and Kilkenny, ending with a working sheepdog trial on a farm.
“We had a great day! Our guide, Ian, was very nice and knowledgeable. The views were amazing en we had enough time at every stop.”
A 1-hour guided, interactive Smithwick’s Experience in Kilkenny with a pint included and optional 3-ale tasting paddle.
“Fun and quick tour. Was great to learn about and then task our favourite beers. Our guide was fantastic and charismatic, making jokes and connecting with each of us throughout the tour. He gave us wonderful local hidden gems to hit for food and enjoyed hearing about where each of us was from. Delicious!”
Small-group Kilkenny walking tour with Nevin: medieval streets, Smithwick’s stories, witchy fun, magic tricks, and city gates in 1.5 hours.
“Very good walking tour. Nevin was an excellent tour guide. We found it very interesting and enjoyable. We learnt a lot about the history of Kilkenny.”
A small-group 40-minute River Nore boat tour in Kilkenny with friendly guides, great castle views, and light, kid-friendly history.
“Elder was a great guide, nice relaxing trip on the river, informative, gave great recommendations as well”
