Wicklow
mountains
Ballykissangel, of TV fame
Avoca Hand weavers est. 1723 Irelands oldest surviving business
Glendalough 6th century settlement & valley of two lakes.
County
Wicklow the Garden of Ireland is 750 square miles of rolling
hills & mountains, there is only one way to see the real
Co Wicklow and that is with us on our 24 seater Mercedes Benz
midi coaches.
We
go were the Large coaches cannot
The Garden of Ireland cannot truly be seen on a 53 seater coach,
or double Decker bus for that matter. The roads are simply not
suitable for larger vehicles.
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Dublin behind sit back and relax on board our Mercedes coach,
as we head out into the countryside. (Tour fully guided).
Climb high up into the mountains deep within the Wicklow
National Park along the high ways and by-ways
of the Dublin Wicklow Mountains, via the Vartry drive, through
the sally gap, one of Irelands most scenic drives. Our route
includes – Wicklow gap, Sally
gap, Tour de France route 1998, remote baron
landscapes, and hidden lakes. Indeed sit back and let us
take you to some of the most Spectacular scenery. Visit
some of the film locations – Brave Heart, Michael Collins
– Angela’s ashes – Ballykissangel and many
more along the way. |
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"From
deep valleys to mountain peeks, the natural beauty will leave
you breathless."
Glendalough
a monastic settlement founded in the 6th century, hidden deep
within the valley of the two lakes.
Participate in a walking tour of the monastic site, famous for
its historic and architectural buildings. You will have plenty
of time to explore the valley of two lakes.
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- 10th century round tower
- St Kevin's kitchen and cross
- Romanesque Churches including, 10/12th century cathedral
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BALLYKISSANGEL
of TV fame |
This
beautiful little village dwarfed on either side by steep wooded
hills with forest walks is famous around the world as a result
of the TV series Ballykissangel. "BALLY
K" Fans will be able to stroll through the village
visit the church, St Mary's, stroll into Hendley’s the
shop run by Kathleen in the series.
Or perhaps you could take an opportunity to sample some of the
black stuff in Fitzgerald's pub, sit outside the
pub over a pint and simply watch the world go by!
We
also visit the world famous Avoca
Hand weavers established (1723) This is Irelands
oldest hand weavers, indeed Irelands oldest surviving business.
An opportunity for a cup of coffee or indeed a chance simply
to browse around this unique craft shop. See the weavers at
work
WICKLOW
MOUNTAINS & WICKLOW NATIONAL PARK
The
entire tour is spent within the Wicklow National Park. We will
travel up and over the top of the mountains and stop off at
many hidden lakes and lochs deep within the mountain, including
Loch Tay, which is part of the Guinness
estate and has featured in many television commercials.
Explore the source of Dublin's River Liffey, the Liffey head
bog. Step onto raised bog that is found all over the mountains,
and dates back over 5000 years. Explore the Spectacular baron
landscapes, with unique flora and fauna. Above all we will take
you to some of the most Spectacular sights located just outside
of the city.
If
you choose a large tour bus you will never get to see the real
County Wicklow the garden of
Ireland
