100 km Laois & Wicklow Scenic Explorer

Laois & Wicklow Scenic Explorer


Take to the skies on an unforgettable helicopter tour departing from the magnificent Stradbally Hall.

Travel across Ireland’s beautiful countryside towards the Wicklow Mountains and Glendalough. From the air, enjoy spectacular views of the valley’s famous Upper and Lower Lakes and its world-renowned early Christian monastic settlement, including the iconic Round Tower.

As you admire the breathtaking mountain scenery below, your pilot will point out notable landmarks before gradually making the return journey to Stradbally Hall.

Don’t forget your camera so you can relive the experience with friends and family and show off your fantastic photographs. 📸

📜 Historic Note

Glendalough means “the valley of the two lakes.” Its monastic settlement was founded by St Kevin in the sixth century and later became one of Ireland’s most important centres of religion and learning.

The surviving Round Tower stands approximately 30 metres high and once served as a landmark, bell tower and place of refuge.

🌳 Things to Do Near Stradbally

Why not turn your flight into a complete day out in County Laois?

* Explore the spectacular ruins of the **Rock of Dunamase** and enjoy panoramic views across the countryside.
* Visit the parklands and gardens at **Emo Court**.
* Explore Stradbally village and its surrounding woodland walks.
* Ride the **Stradbally Woodland Railway** when it is operating on selected dates.
* Discover the Slieve Bloom Mountains and their peaceful walking trails.

🍽️ Places to Eat Near Stradbally

Stradbally Fayre: A welcoming, family-friendly café serving breakfast, lunch, coffee and cakes.
Treacy’s Bar and Restaurant: One of Ireland’s oldest traditional thatched pubs, serving classic pub food.
Emo Tea Rooms: Enjoy refreshments within the beautiful surroundings of Emo Court.

⛰️ Continue Exploring Wicklow

The helicopter returns to Stradbally, but you could plan a separate drive to Wicklow and explore the landmarks seen from the air.

* Walk around the Upper and Lower Lakes at Glendalough.
* Explore the ancient monastic settlement and Round Tower.
* Discover the walking trails of Wicklow Mountains National Park.
* Drive through the Sally Gap and enjoy views towards Lough Tay.
* Visit Laragh, Roundwood or the historic village of Enniskerry.

🍴 Places to Eat Near Glendalough

The Wicklow Heather, Laragh: A family-run restaurant serving traditional Irish and continental food.
Lynham’s of Laragh: Enjoy traditional food and refreshments at Jake’s Bar.
The Glendalough Hotel: Choose from the Glendasan River Restaurant or Casey’s Bar and Bistro.

Please check opening hours and booking requirements directly with each attraction or restaurant before travelling.

All routes, flight times and landmarks are indicative and subject to suitable weather, visibility, Air Traffic Control clearance and operational requirements. An alternative scenic route may be flown when necessary.