WICKLOW WALKING TOURS IRELAND - 6-DAY GENTLE                  

    

DAY 1: Transfer to Rathdrum

From your point of arrival, use the public transformation we provide to make your way to Rathdrum.

DAY 2: Iron Bridge to Glenmalure • Distance 13km • Walking Time 3.5 – 4.5 hours • Max Height 510m

You start with a climb from the Ow River Valley that brings you close to the summit of Carrickashane Mountain. Cross over the road onto the shoulder of Slieve Maan before starting your descent into the picturesque valley of Glenmalure.

DAY 3: Glenmalure to Laragh • Distance 15.5km (17.5 km via Spink) • Walking Time 4 – 6 hours • Max Height 600m

Today’s walk starts with a climb up to the northern ridge of the Glenmalure valley before you descend into Glendalough either along the Wicklow Way or by taking the slightly longer, but arguably more beautiful, route via the Spink.

DAY 4: Laragh/Glendalough to Roundwood • Distance 12km (15 km via Scarr) • Walking Time 3.5 – 6 hours  • Max Height 641m

Take the shortcut back onto the Wicklow way through Laragh Village before crossing the Glenmacnass River and continuing up Paddock Hill.  If you have a clear day, you can opt to take a detour at Paddock Hill and head for Scarr Mountain (641m). Rejoin the Wicklow Way at Oldbridge.

DAY 5: Roundwood to Enniskerry • Distance 16.5km • Max Height 630m • Walking Time 4.5 – 6 hours

Widely considered to be the highlight of the entire Wicklow Way trail, you start with a climb up to a memorial dedicated to JB Malone, the founder of theWicklow Way. Continue upwards to White Hill before descending past Powerscourt Waterfall and into Crone Woods.

Day 6: Depart from Enniskerry

There are regular buses from Enniskerry to Dublin City Centre. Your host will provide you with all the necessary details.