Waterford Crystal & Hook Lighthouse Private Tour (from Waterford or Kilkenny)

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Explore Waterford & Kilkenny: A Full-Day Tour with About Ireland Taxi Tours

Available from Waterford and Kilkenny, start your day with About Ireland Taxi Tours and choose between two fascinating options: visit the exquisite House of Waterford Crystal to witness the artistry of master glassmakers, or tour the workshop of renowned glass cutter Sean Egan, located within the award-winning Bishop's Palace Museum in the historic Viking Triangle.

After your chosen experience, sit back and enjoy a scenic drive through the stunning Waterford countryside, where rolling hills and lush landscapes create the perfect backdrop for your journey. We’ll then take a short ferry ride across the River Suir to Wexford, home to the world’s oldest operating lighthouse, Hook Lighthouse. Here, you can explore an intriguing exhibition that tells the lighthouse's long and storied history.

From Hook Lighthouse, we make our way back towards New Ross, with an optional stop at the Kennedy Homestead. This fascinating site provides insight into Irish-American history and showcases a rich collection of memorabilia honoring the Kennedy family's legacy.

The tour concludes with a visit to the picturesque Jerpoint Abbey, where you can enjoy a leisurely walk among the medieval ruins and take advantage of excellent photo opportunities set against the beautiful Irish landscape.

Join us for an unforgettable 8-hour adventure filled with history, breathtaking scenery, and unique experiences that will leave you with lasting memories of Waterford and Kilkenny.