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Glendalough and Wicklow History in Song Coach Tour

New To The Site! Dublin, Ireland

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Led by Wicklow native Oisín. With an intimate aquaintance with his home county, Oisín has staged history events at Kilruddery House and Wicklow Gaol. He is uniquely qualified as sincere historian, musician, and former member of Dublin’s renowned Palestrina Choir.

Blending rich musical tradition with critical historical insight, Oisín guides you through the monastic serenity of Glendalough and its rich heritage, the profound influence of monastic Ireland on Europe, post Dark ages.

Learn of the Norman, Tudor invasions including Kilruddery’s Brabazon land grants and Powerscourt's Cromwellian acquisitions. Experience evocative renditions of Wicklow inspired songs that capture the region’s beauty and drama. This is an invitation to engage with Irish dramatic truth, through story, song, and its landscape..

Perfect for history lovers, music enthusiasts, anyone happy to engage with Ireland and its hidden history..

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  • Private transportation

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    Dublin
    Co. Dublin, Ireland

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    What To Expect

    Kilruddery

    Ancient Irish monastic site, Church of Ruadhri, then commandeered by Normans and given to st Thomas Abbey before Henry VIII handed it over to current encombents ancestor, William Brabazon for numerous battle victories in purstuir of the estab;lishment of protestantism, largely against Irish Lords, Brabazon is seen as the catalyst for the systematic destruction of the Ancient Gaelic order.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Enniskerry (Pass By)

    Built by Powerscourts shortly before the great hunger.
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    Powerscourt Estate

    Powerscourt, originally ownerd by native IRish Kavanagh, and McMurraghs, then taken by force by Normans, de Poer, Powerscourt name comes from, then stolen by Cromwell, given to current encumbents' ancestor, Richard Wingfield.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Guinness Lake

    Lough Tay or the Guinness lake!
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Glendalough Monastic Settlement

    One of the earliest monastic settlements in Ireland
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Glendalough and Wicklow History in Song Coach Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (IST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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