Glendalough

Private car transfer
from Kilkenny to Glendalough

Door-to-door
in 1 h 20 min
From ...
per seat
Comfortable
car
One way
Cancel for free 24 hours before departure
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Trip Information

Pick-up

Your driver will meet you at your address in Kilkenny.

  • Door-to-door service
  • Help with your luggage

Trip

You’ll travel in comfort for 1 h 20 min.

  • Optional sight-seeing
  • Clean, comfortable car
  • Professional driver
  • Bottled water
  • Child seats
  • Prepared for handicapped
  • Smoke-free
  • Pet friendly

Drop-off

Your driver will drop you off at your address in Glendalough.

  • Door-to-door service
  • Help with your luggage
In total
  • 106 km
  • 1 h 20 min

Visit these sights on the way

Ferns Castle

Ferns Castle

At this ruined medieval castle, locals preserve their history with a needle and thread. Embroidered in History 

Altamont Gardens

Altamont Gardens

This Georgian manor offers a look into the private lives of the British Royal Family. Her Majesty’s Manor 

Dunamase

Dunamase

Destroyed multiple times, this once mighty medieval castle is now an atmospheric ruin. A Slightly Rocky History 

Irish National Stud and Gardens

Irish National Stud and Gardens

Surrounded by serene gardens, the legacy of Irish horse racing lives on at the only stud farm open to the public. Horsiculture 

Kildare Village

Kildare Village

This outlet shopping center in the heart of Ireland’s horse-racing mecca offers deals on designer goods all year round. Race to the Bottom 

Russborough House

Russborough House

The opulently decorated rooms of this Palladian manor house a renowned private art collection.  The Art of Decorating 

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    Nov 1, 2024

    Perfect Transport

    Andreas did a great job picking us up from Pireaus Cruise Port and taking us to our rental in Spata. The three of us had been on a long cruise and had 9 pieces of luggage. He arrived in an appropriate vehicle and loaded and unloaded all of it. We are very happy with out decision to book with Daytrip.

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    Oct 5, 2024

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    Oct 5, 2024
    Sep 30, 2024

    Exactly what they promised

    We used Daytrip.com for 4 trips within Italy. This door-to-door service is not inexpensive. That said: All 4 drivers arrived on time. All spoke fluent English. All were excellent drivers, and all were kind and considerate. Lots of other things went wrong on this trip, but Daytrip.com did exactly what they promised.

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    • Comfortable
    • Air conditioned
    • Handicapped accessible
    • Child seats
    • Pet friendly
    • Smoke-free
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    Compact MPV

    Comparable to aVolkswagen Touran
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    The Daytrip driver advantage

    Daytrip driver
    • Local knowledge about the route from Kilkenny to Glendalough
      Including available sights:
    • English speaking*

      All Daytrip drivers speak English* as well as their native language (and sometimes additional languages too!). They'll be happy to discuss local history and culture with you, as well as answer any questions you may have. And because they speak the language, they're able to provide you with a unique opportunity to connect with local culture. *Drivers for Lite service aren't required to speak English but must meet all other standards.

    • Safety first!

      We screen all our drivers for criminal and traffic records, and personally interview each one. We also inspect their cars for safety, comfort, and reliability. All cars must be less than ten years old, in excellent operating condition, and insured as required by local law. And because our drivers are locals, they're familiar with the rules and customs of the road.

    World-class customer support

    • Available 24/7
    • Close relationship with drivers
    • Experts on the route from Kilkenny to Glendalough

    Flexible cancellation policy

    • Cancellations: 100% refund up to 24 hours before the trip!
    • Changes: Free up to 24 hours before the trip!

    Good to know

    Children

    If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!

    Pets

    Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.

    Tips

    Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).

    Luggage

    • Big luggage
    • 29x21x11 inches
    • 74x53x28 cm
    • Small luggage
    • 22x14x9 inches
    • 56x36x23 cm

    Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.

    Payment methods

    Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!

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