by David Browne | Nov 19, 2025
1. Hook Lighthouse We begin the day at Hook Lighthouse, the oldest operational lighthouse in the world. Standing proudly on the Hook Peninsula, it has guided sailors for more than 800 years. You can climb the winding stairs to the lantern room for sweeping views of...
by David Browne | Nov 17, 2025
Day 1: Wicklow’s Mountains and Monastic Heritage We leave Dublin at 8.30 a.m. and head south toward County Wicklow, known as the Garden of Ireland. Our first stop is Powerscourt House and Gardens, voted the third most beautiful gardens in the world by National...