The Experience
Experience the Wicklow Mountains on a guided rail and coach tour from Dublin.
The Wicklow Mountaineer Rail Tour begins with a scenic train journey along Ireland’s east coast. Guests join the tour from Dublin Connolly Station or Dun Laoghaire, depending on arrival point. The coastal route offers views of cliffs and shoreline as the train travels south.
On arrival in Wicklow, the tour continues by coach into the countryside. The first stop is Avoca, a small village known for craft heritage and television history. You’ll have time to browse Avoca Handweavers and explore the village at a relaxed pace.
The journey then continues into the Wicklow Mountains. The tour visits Glendalough, a twelfth-century monastic settlement set within a mountain valley. The site is known for its lakes and walking paths. Visitors are given time to explore independently and enjoy the surroundings.
Throughout the tour, travel is fully hosted to ensure a smooth experience. The return journey to Dublin is by coach, with scheduled drop-offs in Dun Laoghaire and the city centre. The half-day format makes this tour ideal for cruise passengers and short-stay visitors.
What’s included:
- Scenic rail journey from Dublin or Dun Laoghaire
- Guided coach tour through Wicklow
- Visit to Avoca village
- Visit to Glendalough
Travel comfortably and discover Wicklow’s best-known sights!
Itinerary
Check-in and Departure
Monday to Friday
Dublin Connolly Station: Check in at 09:10 for the 09:33 departure.
Dun Laoghaire Station: Check in at 09:30 for the 09:57 departure.
Sunday
Dublin Connolly Station: Check in at 10:05 for the 10:25 departure.
Dun Laoghaire Station: Check in at 10:20 for the 10:42 departure.
Journey Overview
The rail journey travels south from Dublin along the east coast. This scenic route follows the coastline near Bray and Greystones.
From Arklow, the tour continues by coach to Avoca village, with time to visit Avoca Handweavers and enjoy lunch locally. The tour then continues to Glendalough, a historic monastic site set within the Wicklow Mountains. Time is provided to explore the Upper Lake area and surrounding ruins.
Return Times
Monday to Friday
Dun Laoghaire: 16:45
Dublin Connolly Station: 17:30
Sunday
Dun Laoghaire: 17:45
Dublin Connolly Station: 18:30
Important Information
Your Golden Moments voucher is not a ticket - please activate your voucher at www.goldenmoments.ie/redemption so we can arrange your booking for you.
To upgrade your ticket or add additional participants to your booking, simply reach out to our friendly customer service team. Discounted child tickets are also available, contact us for more information!
Duration
This is a full day tour starting from 9:10am and arriving back to Dublin at 6:30pm.
What to Wear
Please wear appropriate shoes for exploring and comfortable clothes.
Availability
Available on selected dates across the year, subject to availability. Please get in touch with us to check avalable dates.
Numbers
Your voucher is valid for one person. To add additional participants to your booking, please contact our customer service team.
Location
Dublin Connolly station.
