Hike through the “Gardens of Ireland” on the Wicklow Way
The Wicklow Way is one of Ireland’s most exceptional walking routes. On this 5-day self-guided hiking tour, you’ll venture from a modern capital to ancient monastic ruins and experience a world of beauty in between.
The tour begins in Dublin, where you set off on the Wicklow Way from beloved Marlay Park. Summit the Dublin Mountains with endless views across the Irish Sea. The pristine Powerscourt Waterfall is an early highlight, and a pair of glacial lakes provide a serene vista on your way down White Hill. Your final day is one of ancient exploration through the valley of Glendalough, the ruins of a monastic settlement speaking to you across centuries past.
This hiking tour combines scenery, culture, and convenience into a fantastic adventure!
Highlights of the 5-Day Self-Guided Wicklow Way Hiking Tour
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5-Day Wicklow Way Hiking Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Dublin
Arrive in Dublin, Ireland’s capital and largest city. Check into your accommodations where your welcome pack will be waiting for you, including route guides and contact information. The evening is yours to enjoy. In Dublin, it’s not hard to find things to do!
Overnight Location: B&B in Dublin
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 The Dublin Mountains
The day starts with a short transfer to Marlay Park on Dublin’s southern fringe. This beloved park is where you’ll set off on the Wicklow Way!
Your first major landmarks are the Dublin Mountains, stretching south into County Wicklow. Ascend and cross the hills, taking in endless views of the surrounding mountains and the Irish Sea. Descend into the wooded Glencree Valley, at the base of which are your accommodations.
Overnight Location: B&B in Enniskerry
Distance: 4 hours, 17km, 665m of ascent, 502m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Hills & Waterfalls
A great day of adventure awaits! Start off hiking through the valley, coming to the base of the Powerscourt Waterfall, the tallest in all of Ireland. Ascend around the side of Djouce Mountain on your way up to the peak of White Hill.
Your descent into the village of Roundwood takes you past two incredible glacial lakes, Lough Tay and Lough Dan. Lough Tay in particular is worth a stop to drink in the idyllic scene.
Overnight Location: B&B in Roundwood
Distance: 5-6 hours, 23km, 828m of ascent, 866m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Hills & Waterfalls
Today’s hike is gentler but no less scenic – perhaps even more so! Set off from Roundwood and hike over Paddock Hill into Laragh, which lies at the mouth of the Glendalough Valley. A monastic settlement was built here in the 6th century AD, and many of its stone structures remain today.
Take plenty of time to explore and enjoy the monastic city and its beautiful surroundings. When you’re finished, head back to Laragh for your final evening on the Wicklow Way.
Overnight Location: B&B in Laragh
Distance: 2-3 hours, 9.5km, 350m of ascent, 424m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Departure from Laragh
After a delicious Irish breakfast, it’s time to leave Laragh. Check out from your accommodations and depart the region via your own arrangements.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
5-Day Wicklow Way Hiking Tour Price and Dates
This self-guided hiking tour of the Wicklow Way is run as a custom tour for your group and the price per person is fixed. Note that there are upgrade options available that add welcome briefings and follow-up phone calls to your tour. Please contact us if you’re interested in these upgrades.
Prices below are per person:
- Self-guided groups of 2+: $775 USD per person
Accommodation on 5-Day Wicklow Way Hiking Tour
This tour is based in small B&Bs and/or guesthouses. Properties offer comfortable rooms with an ensuite washroom and daily hot Irish breakfast.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. The required supplement for solo travellers is included in the listed price.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hotel in Dublin
Welcome to Ireland’s capital! Try not to have too much fun before retiring to your convenient ensuite accommodations.
Hotel in Enniskerry
Welcome to Enniskerry, your overnight home for the tour. Cozy ensuite accommodations and hot Irish breakfast are the perfect complements to your adventure.
Hotel in Roundwood
After a long day of adventure, a cozy ensuite room and piping hot Irish breakfast in Roundwood is just what you deserve
Hotel in Laragh
Cozy ensuite rooms and fresh Irish breakfast are the perfect welcome to this wooded valley town.
What’s Included in the 5-Day Wicklow Way Hiking Tour?
Meals
4 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 4 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transport to the start of the Day 2 hike is included. Luggage transfers between accommodations are also included. Airport transfers are not included.
Also Included
- Detailed route book with full area maps or GPS-enabled app for navigation & points of interest
- 24-hour emergency/information support
- Full pre-departure information to maximize your experience
Not included
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Visas if required
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Airport transfers
- Entrance fees to any sites or parks
Optional Extras
- Additional accommodation nights before or after the tour
- Single room supplements
Frequently Asked Questions about 5-Day Self-Guided Wicklow Way Hiking Tour
Ireland Walk Hike Bike was set up with one purpose in mind – to show you the real Ireland that we know and love. Having watched many visitors “flash” through Ireland – founder Linda Woods decided back in 1994 to find a better way to see the country. “My aim was to slow people down, so they really get their feet into the soul of the country, meet the locals & discover what makes Ireland & the Irish tick………” and 25 years later – this is exactly what Ireland Walk Hike Bike is still doing today…
Whatever holiday you want – walk, hike, bike, more active than that or less active than that – we will be delighted to chat with you, help plan your holiday with you to ensure you have a really memorable trip to Ireland.
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