THE WAY HIKE

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

DDaayy Travel / Activities 1 Arrival in

2 Transfer to , luggage to & evening collection from Curtelstown Wood Hike Dublin to Enniskerry

3 Transfer Curtlestown Wood & Luggage to Hike Enniskerry to Roundwood

4 Luggage Transfer 1-2 Bags Hike Roundwood to

5 Hike Environs Of Glendalough

6 Luggage Transfer Laragh to Hike Glendalough to Glenmalure

7 Luggage Transfer Glenmalure to Laragh Hike Glenmalure to Glendalough

8 Depart Laragh THE

Ireland’s Ice Age has left a wonderful legacy in Wicklow National Park with its unique topography. Aptly named the “Garden” of . Corrie lakes, U-shaped valleys, alpine heath and mountain cliffs captivate the visitor in a largely uninhabited landscape with vistas of the Irish Sea.

Discover the picturesque valleys of Glenmalure and the Glen of Immal. Hike in the rugged beauty of and experience the peace and tranquillity of Glendalough. This is home to a 6th century monastic settlement nestled in the of two lakes. In addition to this the warmth of the people, the cosy pubs, the charming villages and delicious organic food and you have just found your “perfect” Wicklow Way Hike! DAY 1, ARRIVAL IN DUBLIN

Arrive to Dublin and make your way to your first nights’ accommodation in a Dublin City Hotel. Dublin, the capital of Ireland offers a mix of old and new, with historic buildings dating to the 13th century, contrasting with state of the art infrastructure, and is a hive of activity Transfer time from Airport to Hotel approx. 50 minutes. Your welcome pack will be waiting for your at your first accommodation. DAY 2, HIKE DUBLIN TO ENNISKERRY

You will be transferred/driven by Taxi across the city to begin your first walk at Marley Park to the start of the Wicklow Way. You walk through Marlay Park before rising to cross the Dublin Mountains, enjoying sea and mountain views. Crossing the boundary into and descending into the Valley you walk to your accommodation in Enniskerry village. Overnight Enniskerry.

Walk Details: Approx. Distance – 17.00km | Height gain - 665m | Height loss - 502m | Max Height - 489m

Terrain: Path, some road walking, forest track and mountain path. Can be wet underfoot. Boots essential. DAY 3, HIKE ENNISKERRY TO ROUNDWOOD

Back on the Wicklow Way you continue across the Glencree Valley, around the shoulder of Mountain and over White Hill to finish in the lovely village of Roundwood. This walk takes you past the impressive before climbing to walk around Djouce Mountain to your high point for the day on White Hill. As you descend you have glorious views of the spectacular glacial lakes of and . Overnight in Roundwood.

Walk Details: Approx. Distance – 23.00km | Height gain - 828m | Height loss - 866m | Max Height - 625m. Terrain: Forest track, some road walking, mountain path. Some sections can be very wet and boggy. Boots essential. DAY 4, HIKE ROUNDWOOD TO GLENDALOUGH

Leaving Roundwood you walk over Paddock Hill to the village of Laragh at the entrance to the valley of Glendalough. Today’s walk takes you around the perimeter of the Barton Estate before crossing Paddock Hill and descending by an old Mass Path to Laragh. You will have time to continue to Glendalough to visit this wonderful monastic settlement which is a truly magical place which demands time to enjoy. Overnight in Laragh/Glendalough.

Walk Details: Approx. Distance – 9.50km | Height gain - 350m | Height loss - 424m | Max Height - 366m. Terrain:Some road walking, mountain path and forest track. Boots essential. DAY 5, HIKE ENVIRONS OF GLENDALOUGH

Today gives you an opportunity to explore the environs of Glendalough in greater detail. You may wish to visit the buildings of the monastic city and the interpretative centre or to do one of the shorter walks in Glenmacnas, Glendasan or to the lead mines in Glendalough. Alternatively, you may wish to do the beautiful woodland walk beside the river in the Devil’s Glen. A number of private bus companies offer transport from Glendalough, which makes it possible to do excursions to Rathdrum (Parnell’s homeplace) or Avoca (Ballykissangel). Overnight at Laragh.

Walk Details: Distance: variable, according to choice of walk. DAY 6, HIKE GLENDALOUGH TO GLENMALURE

From Laragh/Glendalough walk into the valley of Glendalough before climbing to cross over into the valley of Glenmalure. This walk follows an old “green road” to near the Upper Lake before climbing steeply beside Paul an Eas Waterfall and continuing to the pass of Borenacrow (option to climb Mountain from the pass). Descending into Glenmalure – with good views of the valley and Lugnaquilla, which is the highest mountain in County Wicklow – you finish your walk at the pub in Drumgoff/Glenmalure crossroads. Overnight in Rathdrum.

Walk Details: Approx. Distance – 12.00km | Height gain - 595m | Height loss - 589m | Max Height - 608m. Terrain: Track, forest track, short section of mountain path. Mountain path is boggy. Boots essential. DAY 7, HIKE GLENMALURE TO GLENDALOUGH

From Drumgoff/Glenmalure crossroads we start today’s walk, which crosses the mountains back to Laragh by a different route. Following forest tracks, you climb to the summit of Mullacor. The route continues along the mountain ridge to Cullentragh Mountain and Derrybawn Mountain, before descending to Glendalough. Alternatively, if the weather is unfavourable you can descend from Mullacor via the Wicklow Way through the forest. Overnight at Laragh/Glendalough

Walk Details: Approx. Distance – 12.00km | Height gain - 595m | Height loss - 589m | Max Height - 608m. Terrain: Forest track and mountain path. Boots essential. DAY 8, DEPART LARAGH

After a full Irish Breakfast you have the option to return to Dublin via the Public Bus or Private Bus services, both available from Glendalough/Laragh. There is also a Bus and Taxi service to Wicklow Town were there is a good Train service, south to Rosslare, and north to Dublin. Bus transfer time to Dublin City centre is approx one hour. OPTIONAL EXTRA DAYS

Day 2, Hike Dublin City Trek -

Dublin City Trek … See the historical side of this modern European City and follow the trail of “Molly Malone” as she wheeled her wheelbarrow…. through Dublin’s fair city !!! Evening option to take the famous Dublin Literary Pub Walk. Overnight Dublin City Hotel. PRICING OPTIONS

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