A magical day tour that includes a unique blend of touring the rugged mountainous landscape known as Wicklow "Garden of Ireland" to the lush pastures and very best of farmland in Ireland, counties Kilkenny and Kildare, renowned for the breeding of thoroughbred race horses, arable farming and dairy.Traveling by luxury coach with free wifi, you'll head into Ireland's south-east region - an area as historically interesting as it is beautiful. Visit Kilkenny City and Castle grounds, the monastic settlement of Glendalough from 600 ad and then visit a working sheep farm in the Wicklow Mountains and participate in the collie sheep dog trials,chat with the Shepherd and his family and mingle with the lambs, sheep dogs and any other animals you may wish while on the farm. Uniquely you have a dedicated tour guide to entertain you and a separate dedicated driver to ensure your safety while touring. Ample opportunities to eat and avail of restroom facilities. Free guided walking tours are optional.
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johntalia, 10/17/2025 5:02:18 PM
From the time I boarded the bus I knew that this was a top rate team. Wild Rover Tours reserves the first several rows of seats for people who suffer from motion sickness. They ask everyone as they board if they suffer from this affliction as well. Kevin was our guide and Keith was our driver. Both of these gentlemen were excellent! Kevin was knowledgeable, informative and funny. Keith was a very good driver. My wife was unfortunately unable to make the tour with me due to an illness and they have provided a full refund. Highly recommend this company!
Gisella_U, 10/16/2025 2:46:29 PM
Amazing tour! Everything was seamless and the activities were incredible. We thoroughly enjoyed every moment, and our guides Keith and Kevin were particularly fun. Would recommend if you're looking to experience the true beauty of ireland's countryside.
lisafP7341BJ, 10/14/2025 1:17:01 PM
Our experience was great! Everything was well organized, timely, and informative. Our tour guide was great and shared a lot of history as well as general recommendations of the area. The stops on this tour were also great and provided a mix of town/village with nature. The Sheep Dog Trial stop was especially unique and fun. I would definitely recommend!
bryan d, 10/14/2025 1:14:53 PM
Paul was very knowledgeable and passionate about the places we visited. His walking tours were very informative as was his commentary on the bus ride. Peter skillfully drove the bus and it was a very smooth ride.
Elizabeth_F, 10/13/2025 6:14:20 PM
It was a well-paced day expertly and enjoyably led by Ian, our guide, and Krishna, our driver. Hard to beat cuddling a 3-week-old lamb! : )
Elie_O, 10/13/2025 5:12:59 PM
The tour was ok see some nice place and shoot for picture, the driver was nice we didn't have a guide we do everything by our self
D7866LQjohnk, 10/13/2025 1:02:01 PM
Very pleasant and entertaining. Not rushed, very informative with history and experience sheep dog training very surprisingly good
Pauline_D, 10/12/2025 3:42:29 PM
Loved the sheep dog demonstration at Mr Cullens Sheep Farm ! John was a great guide and even played some Irish tunes on his yukele and sang with his beautiful voice! Our driver Lisa (I think) was also awesome. Kilkenny was also beautiful. Be sure to check out the Hole in the Wall!!
Pauline D, 10/12/2025 2:48:40 PM
Our guide John was great and even provided us with some Irish songs played on his yukele while he sang! Great voice. Our visit to Mr Cullens sheep farm was our highlight. Also hats off to our awesome driver Lisa.
peterbW1488OU, 10/12/2025 3:06:03 AM
The trip an sights were great, but the tour guide talked way too much between destinations. Kilkenny was beautiful and the sheep farm was very interesting.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please be outside one of the 3 available pickup locations listed
- Children 2 years and under are not allowed to travel
- Please be there 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time
Departure point
Third pickup location. The guide will have the manifest of passengers names and the coach will be grey in colour with a silver company logo of a dog. Departure time 8.30 am. (please be there 10 minutes prior)Return details
A magical day tour that includes a unique blend of touring the rugged mountainous landscape known as Wicklow "Garden of Ireland" to the lush pastures and very best of farmland in Ireland, counties Kilkenny and Kildare, renowned for the breeding of thoroughbred race horses, arable farming and dairy.Traveling by luxury coach with free wifi, you'll head into Ireland's south-east region - an area as historically interesting as it is beautiful. Visit Kilkenny City and Castle grounds, the monastic settlement of Glendalough from 600 ad and then visit a working sheep farm in the Wicklow Mountains and participate in the collie sheep dog trials,chat with the Shepherd and his family and mingle with the lambs, sheep dogs and any other animals you may wish while on the farm. Uniquely you have a dedicated tour guide to entertain you and a separate dedicated driver to ensure your safety while touring. Ample opportunities to eat and avail of restroom facilities. Free guided walking tours are optional.Redemption
Pick up information (Please be outside one of the following points and there 15 minutes prior): 1. Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin, 23 Upper O'Connell Street @ 8.10 am. 2. Bus Stop, 33 College Green / Dame Street, Dublin 2. (50 metres from the front gates of Trinity College overlooking the street fountain) @ 8.20 am 3. Leonardo Hotel Christchurch, 8 Christchurch Place, Wood Quay, Dublin 8 @ 8.30 am (formerly Jurys Inn Hotel) Look out for a grey bus with a picture of a dog (our logo) that says WILD ROVER TOURS.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund