Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Horse Riding
Recommended by 93% of travelers
Badge of Excellence
Dublin, Ireland
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Why travelers loved this
·
Explore our promoted experiences
Overview
Trade the big city for a day in nature on this full-day, small-group tour from Dublin. Your destination is the wild and beautiful Wicklow Mountains National Park, where you get up close and personal with the scenery when you embark on a horseback riding tour of the area. Following lunch in the quaint village of Enniskerry (own expense), see more of the area’s highlights and make your way to Glendalough: site of a 6th-century monastery.
- Round-trip transportation from central Dublin makes logistics simple
- See the main highlights of County Wicklow, all in one day
- Get a new perspective on the scenery when you go for a horseback ride
- Learn more about the region and its wealth of history from your guide
What's Included
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- Local guide
- Horse Riding in Wicklow.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Molly Malone StatueSuffolk St, Dublin 2, D02 KX03, Ireland
The Molly Malone statue sits outside a large stone church on Suffolk Street.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Start time.9:20 am
Itinerary
For this County Wicklow small-group tour meet your group for the day and your guide in a centrally located spot in Dublin—ideal for travelers who're staying in the city but still want to see the beauty of Ireland's countryside. This experience goes with only up to eight people, making it an especially intimate tour.
Your first stop of the day is at Killegar Stables, which lies just outside the town of Enniskerry. Take in views of the Wicklow area as a guide leads the way on a horseback-riding adventure.
Afterward, there's a stop at Enniskerry Village Square to grab lunch (own expense) during a free-time break.
Next, it’s on to see Wicklow Mountains National Park, Guinness Lake, and Sally Gap before stopping at Glendalough Monastic Settlement and Glendalough Upper Lake.
Once you've finished at Glendalough Upper Lake, relax on the ride back Dublin for drop-off.
Your first stop of the day is at Killegar Stables, which lies just outside the town of Enniskerry. Take in views of the Wicklow area as a guide leads the way on a horseback-riding adventure.
Afterward, there's a stop at Enniskerry Village Square to grab lunch (own expense) during a free-time break.
Next, it’s on to see Wicklow Mountains National Park, Guinness Lake, and Sally Gap before stopping at Glendalough Monastic Settlement and Glendalough Upper Lake.
Once you've finished at Glendalough Upper Lake, relax on the ride back Dublin for drop-off.
1
Molly Malone Statue
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Killegar Stables
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Enniskerry Village Square
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
4
Wicklow Mountains National Park
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
5
Guinness Lake
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Sally Gap
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Glendalough Monastic Settlement
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Glendalough Upper Lake
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be at least 14yrs old and accommodated by an adult
- Jeans are recommended, (boots and helmets are supplied by the stables)
- Infant seats available
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Pickup Location is the Molly Malone statue on Suffolk Street at 09:20am
- Maximum weight requirement for males is 15 stone (210 pound/95 kilograms). For females, it’s 16 stone (224 pounds/102 kilograms)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Supplied by
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Featured review
I had an amazing experience with this tour operator for a day trip from Dublin to Wicklow, and I would absolutely recommend it!
From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized. The schedule was clear, the timing was smooth, and we got to see some truly beautiful places without ever feeling rushed.
A special mention to our guide, Richard — he was fantastic! He explained everything so well, sharing interesting stories, history, and little details that made each stop even more meaningful. You could really tell he was passionate about what he does, and it made the whole experience much more enjoyable.
The van was also a big plus: very clean, modern, and comfortable. It made the journey relaxing, especially with the scenic views along the way.
All the people on the tour were friendly and respectful, which created a really nice atmosphere throughout the day.
Overall, it was such a well-organized and enjoyable experience. If you’re visiting Dublin and want to explore Wicklow in a comfortable and informative way, this tour is definitely worth it.
Thank you for such a great day!
Reviews
4.7
based on 582 reviews
Sort by: Most insightful
Have not been on a horse in at least 30 years and was so happy to have this experience. Joe was a great guide. The rest of the day trip was amazing. Linda was our guide and had a plethora of information on every stop and also along the way. It was a lovely way to explore those parts of rural Ireland.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you very much Christine for the excellent review.
absolutely amazing. our tour guide, Kevin, was incredible. he was so knowledgeable and kept the energy up for everyone the whole time. the horseback ride and lake walk had beautiful views and was the perfect reset.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you very much for the excellent review.
Incredible experience. Great tour guide and great trail guide. Would recommend to anyone. The tour is essentially the same except for the two-hour block where you can choose to go horseriding, to Powercourt Gardens, or on the guided walk.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you very much Ryan for the Excellent and high recommendation.
Wonderful experience. Our tour guide Derrick was very knowledgeable and funny. The Wicklow mountains was just amazing like being on another planet. Definitely recommend!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you very much Jonathan for the excellent review.
Easy ride through woods and open areas. Mostly walked the horses. Minimal trotting. Very nice guides. Wish it was longer.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you very much for the excellent review.
It was Worth The Money! The horseback Riding lasted 1.45 minutes. Richard our driver was very knowledgeable & is a Great History Buff; He was Very Detailed about his Accuracy on the History of GUINNESS. The Upper & Lower LOCKS Was GREAT& The P.S. I Love you Bridge was a fun quick stop.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you very much for the excellent review.
It was very nice trip, lot of interesting info about Ireland and horse riding was beautiful. I highly recommend
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you very much Linda for the excellent review.
Our guide, “Saint” Kevin, was engaging, fun, and knowledgeable. He answered lots of questions and pointed out unique information about the locations we visited. He kept things on schedule, but we never felt rushed. Despite there being two separate activities at one point. We highly recommend this tour. Thanks again Jevin!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you very much for the excellent review.
Great small group tour with very personable, knowledgeable guide.
Highly recommend the horse riding activity too.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you very much Susan for the excellent review.
Great time horse back riding . Kali was the best horse guide. The rest of the trip was great . Derrick showed some beautiful countryside
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you very much William for the excellent review.
We had a wonderful time on this whole tour. Derek was amazing and incredibly knowledgeable and the horseback riding was safe, professional, and an absolute blast. Highlight of our trip for sure.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you very much Mary for the excellent review.
I expected to see more scenic views but most was just walking through the woods and the need to trim branches as I had to keep ducking. Also would’ve like the chance to trot since I have the experience as one in a group did but they didn’t give me the option.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
HI Pamela, normally if you let the stables know you are experienced they will let you do more.
We had a great experience doing horseback riding in this tour. Horses were gentle and was good with us, beginner riders. Wicklow mountain tour was also wonderful. Really recommend this tour
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you very much Eliz for the excellent review.
Horseback riding was fun and the scenery was beautiful! Quick stops at Guinness Lake and in the Wicklow Mountains for photo ops were nice, as well. Glendalough was a nice, short hike around the lower lake, and the Monastic Settlement ruins were interesting to see. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you very much Holly for the excellent review.
Riding Mikey the horse was absolutely amazing!! So loved that experience. We had 2 hours of this activity and then onto beautiful sights and the stops were more than enough. Our driver Derrick was a delight and I'm very happy that we utilized the service.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you very much Deirdre for the wonderful review.
Horse riding - excellent fun, but possibly could have had little more instruction for novices. Make sure you wear jeans! Although appropriate shoes were provided which was greatly appreciated. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable of the area. Great fun even if chocolate didn't seem to like me.
Drive - The driver made the journey all worth while by sharing his knowledge and humour it made even the M50 enjoyable. Scenery was fantastic so make sure you get a window seat!
Lunch - lots of nice options for lunch in quaint recommended cafe. However there were other places to eat if this wasn't for you.
Lake - Lots of history and plenty of free time to explore if you wish. If you aren't a walker there are plenty of spots at the hotel to sit and enjoy refreshments. Again driver was super helpful in advising on options for our free time here. But it was very busy with tours and possibly due to the heatwave weather.
Personal note the driver kept everyone running to time and well organised. He kept us suitably informed all along the way to each activity, even with 3 separate groups of us doing different activities.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you very much for the wonderful and detailed review and I'm delighted you enjoyed your trip to Wicklow and Glendalough with the horse riding option.
This was fun. Be on time - early, really. They load up fast. First stop was stable for the led horse ride. The shuttle leaves with part of the group that does not choose to ride. After riding you are picked up and brought to small town for quick lunch. There are a couple shop in the area. Back on shuttle to a scenic bridge for quick stop, then the lake which you view from street above then a longer stop at a small town area where you can shop, walk to lakes, visit an old cemetery and church built in 1214. Then load up and drive is about an hour back to Dublin. Guide points out relevant spots along the way and we returned around 5p. I had 2 teens (16&19) with me. They thought it was a little long - mostly the last stop but had fun and got good photos. I wish we brought a small cooler with water and snacks. Bring a portable phone charger so you can take plenty of photos. There is a toilet at stable and the lunch stop and last stop have toilet areas.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you very much Teresa for the excellent review and I'm delighted that enjoyed the tour.
Amazing experience! From the horseback riding, immaculate views, to the excellent driver with history of the Irish country along the way.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you very much Zeinab for the excellent review.
Went on this as a day trip from Dublin to get a horseback ride in and get out of the city. Really nice people, felt a bit rushed in and out the door but that was your day timing. Trail ride is a very low key plod along as most are but a pretty countryside. Then time in Glendalough was gorgeous. Recommend for sure
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you very much Kallie for the positive feedback
Had a great time horseback riding - great views and scenery. Our guide/driver Laura was very knowledgeable and engaging.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you Christopher for the excellent review.
Matt was an amazing guide. Provided historical and fun facts about Ireland. He was interesting and friendly. Provided just the right balance of information and then quiet time to digest and think about the information. Horseback riding part of the tour was beautiful. Went for a leisurely walk the the fields and the woods. The Wicklow mountains are beautiful. Enniskery was was charming town and Poppies provided a delicious lunch.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you Tricia for the excellent review for the tour and our guide Matt.
Jillian was an amazing tour host. We loved every minute of the tour and also her entertaining historical notes.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you very much for the wonderful review.
Great day! Definitely take the horseback ride option. Lots of driving but it was nicely split up and our guide Richard was extremely knowledgeable and quite funny!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you very much Marie for the excellent review.
People at the stables were great. Great scenery. Even through the rain we both had a wonderful ride.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you very much Carol for the wonderful review.
Our guide Kevin was wonderful. Plenty of history provided during our trip. The staff at the stable were super friendly and our horses were gentle and lovely. We saw tons of beautiful landscapes and had the opportunity to hike some on our own. This was the perfect amount of time and we never felt rushed and were back in time early enough to enjoy dinner out. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you very much Kim for the excellent and detailed review.
The horseback riding was incredible. I loved Killegar Stables. Everyone there is super friendly, and the guide, Joe, knows the forest like the back of his hand. Riding along the pastures on the way to the forest, with the ocean as the backdrop, felt like riding into a fairytale. 10 out of 10. The rest of the tour was wonderful as well, with spectacular views and a bit of history and folklore as told by our guide Derrick. All in all, I would say horseback riding was the absolute highlight for me. If you want to ride in one of Ireland's most picturesque and magical locations, I highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you very much Vera for the wonderful and magical review.
I booked this adventure as a solo traveler and had an absolutely amazing time! Linda was such a fantastic guide — friendly, knowledgeable, and full of great recommendations for places to explore around Ireland.
The horseback riding experience was unforgettable, with stunning views stretching all the way to the sea on a beautiful sunny day. Lunch in Wicklow was delightful, and the scenic drive through Wicklow National Park to Glendalough was packed with even more breathtaking landscapes.
I can’t recommend this tour company highly enough, especially Linda as a guide. Because it’s a smaller company, the whole experience felt personal and relaxed rather than rushed or overcrowded. Linda took the time to learn everyone’s names and made sure all of us felt included throughout the day. There were quite a few solo travelers on the tour as well, which made for such a fun and social atmosphere — we were all chatting and enjoying the adventure together! 10/10 :)
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you very much Kristen for the excellent and detailed review and high recommendation.
The horse back riding was great and Linda super nice and hellpful, beautiful sceneries, and comfort transportation
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you very much for the excellent review.
Amazing experience! Linda was a friendly and knowledgeable tour guide. The people at the horseback riding place were also amazing and super friendly. They knew the area well and gave us details about what we were seeing. They made us feel safe with the horses since we didn’t have much experience. Overall great tour.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much Valeria for the excellent review.
This was a beautiful experience. I traveled with my sister and my cousin and everyone was so kind. The horses were well taken care of and seemed to be very loved and the views were amazing all around.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much Rebeca for the excellent review.
Member Pricing
From
$135.22
per personWas $142.33(-5%)
up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Compare Similar Experiences
Current
Member Pricing
Dublin to Wicklow, Glendalough Small Group Tour with Horse Riding
582
8 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$142.33
$135.22
5% savings
Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
Attractions in Dublin, Ireland
- Epic the Irish Emigration Museum (EPIC) Tours & Tickets
- Temple Bar Tours & Tickets
- National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology Tours & Tickets
- Kildare Village Tours & Tickets
- Christ Church Cathedral Tours & Tickets
- National Gallery of Ireland Tours & Tickets
- Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship Tours & Tickets
- Guinness Storehouse Tours & Tickets
- Powerscourt Waterfall Tours & Tickets
- Dublin Custom House Tours & Tickets
- Connemara Tours & Tickets
- Hugh Lane Gallery Tours & Tickets
- O’Connell Bridge Tours & Tickets
- Windmill Lane Recording Studios Tours & Tickets
- Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) Tours & Tickets
- James Joyce Statue Tours & Tickets
- St. Michan's Church Tours & Tickets
- Glendalough Tours & Tickets