The Wicklow Way is a 131-kilometre (81-mile) long-distance trail that crosses the Wicklow Mountains in Ireland. It runs from Marlay Park in Dublin's southern suburbs through County Wicklow and ends in the village of Clonegal in County Carlow.

Our walking tours follow the route from South to North allowing you to ease into the walks before the more challenging climbs near Dublin.

The Wicklow Way is typically completed in 5–7 days and is one of the busiest of Ireland's National Waymarked Trails, with up to 24,000 people walking the most popular sections of the route.

The trail follows forest tracks, mountain paths, boreens and quiet country roads. The way also passes the Monastic City at Glendalough, founded in the 6th century by Saint Kevin.

* Unless already booked out in which case we’ll try to secure a private bathroom.

** You will have the opportunity to purchase picnic lunches and evening meals each day. If you are staying in a remote location, the B&B owner will prepare a tasty surprise for you upon request.

Accommodation

During your self-guided walking holiday in Ireland, you will be accommodated in local family-run guesthouses (B&Bs) or small family-run hotels, where you will encounter a friendly welcome and homely comfort. Bord Failte approves all our accommodation – the Irish Tourist Board or the Northern Ireland Tourism Board and is at least 3 stars. Rooms are twin, double or triple en-suite and single rooms are also available on request.

Need anything else?

At Walking Holiday Ireland, we pride ourselves in providing a unique experience to look after all your trip details. This allows you to immerse yourself in the Irish landscape and culture completely.

Please do not hesitate to contacts us should you have any additional requirements or needs and we will endeavour to provide these to our best ability.

The Wicklow Way Trail map

Although a lot of guides indicated the Wicklow way running from north to south at Walking Holiday Ireland our tours run from south to north. We do this because the southern Wicklow mountains are lower and therefore the walks only get a little harder as we near Dublin.

Please note that decent waterproof hiking boots are a must as part of the track can be muddy and wet. The terrain and trail are well maintained by volunteers but some areas can be a little bit tricky depending on weather conditions.

The Walks

Glenmalure to Glendalough

Glendalough to Roundwood / Lough Tay

Lough Tay to Enniskerry / Crone Wood