Connemara National Park and Kylemore Abbey Tour from Galway
4.8
(605)
🕑 9 hours
Free cancellation
Meet your guide and group for this Connemara National Park and Kylemore Abbey tour in the designated meeting spot in Galway, and board your vehicle for the day without having to worry about the little details. Set off and take in scenic sights of the Wild Atlantic Way from your vehicle’s windows as your guide provides commentary about the scenery, as well as Ireland’s history and folklore. Highlights and stops for this experience include a waterfall photo op in Screebe, Clifden’s Sky Road, Connemara National Park and Visitor Centre, Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden, and the Quiet Man Bridge. After your Wild Atlantic Way tour, your guide takes you back to Galway for a convenient drop-off.
Languages:
English
📍Merchants Road, Galway, Co. Galway, Ireland
🏢Operated by Wild Atlantic Way Day Tours
Highlights
- ✓Full-day tour of Galway Bay and Connemara from Galway
- ✓Marvel over the dramatic coastal scenery of the Wild Atlantic Way
- ✓Ideal choice for nature lovers
- ✓Learn about the area from live onboard commentary
What you'll see & do
- ✓Tour vehicle departs Merchants Road, Galway, outside the Kinlay Hostel at 09:30. Please present 15 minutes prior to departure.
- ✓Turning left into the Claddagh, St. Marys Church on your right, has been a Dominican Church for nearly 500 years. A romantic legacy of the former Claddagh fishing village is the Claddagh Ring, the traditional wedding ring of the villagers and ideal Galway gift or reminder of your visit to Galway.
- ✓Salthill is a vibrant area overlooking Galway Bay, the breathtaking backdrop and stunning scenery includes the famous 4km long Galway Promenade offering views of Galway Bay and the Clare Hills with several small beaches separated by rocky outcrops along its length. A local ritual is to ‘kick the wall’ at the promenades end to signify completion of your prom walk.
- ✓Set between timeless moorlands and the blue Atlantic Ocean, the coast road meanders westward through the picturesque villages of Barna and Furbo to the cheerful Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) village of Spiddal (An Spideal).
- ✓The village of Spiddal (An Spideal) on the shores of Galway Bay is a picturesque Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) village. It is home to many traditional thatched roof homes, scenic coastlines, beautiful beaches and has a charming traditional appeal. Spiddal is an area which still manages to value the culture and traditions of Gaeltacht heritage.
- ✓Once home to Bruce Ismay, CEO of White Star Lines and Titanic survivor.
- ✓The Connemara landscape along with the Wild Atlantic coastline has inspired many writers and musicians including French singer / songwriter, Michel Sandou’s popular hit ‘Les lacs du Connemara.’
- ✓Derryclare Lough is a freshwater lake at the entrance to the Inagh valley. This is a popular viewpoint for visitors to Connemara and a great place for photo opportunities of Pine Island.
- ✓Connemara stretches from Galway Bay in the south to Killary Harbour in the north, taking in the rugged peaks of the Twelve Bens, the gentle waters of Lough Corrib and the wild beauty of the Inagh Valley. Connemara is home to some of Irelands’ finest beaches with wide stretches of pure white sand lapped by the Atlantic Ocean.
- ✓The unofficial residential and commercial capital of Connemara and the axis on which everything in the region turns. Founded in 1812, Clifden is positioned between the mountains and ocean and has historic links to Marconi, Alcock and Brown.
- ✓This ruined manor house was built in early 19th century by John D'Arcy, founder of Clifden.
- ✓The Sky Road is one of the Discovery Points on the Wild Atlantic Way. A 16km circular route that starts in Clifden and rises high above the Atlantic Ocean, offering spectacular panoramic views. On a clear day the view from here has to be seen to be believed.
- ✓On todays tour you have a choice of main stop. Either 3 hours in the Connemara National Park or 3 hours at the Kylemore Abbey. Free, accessible and richly rewarding, the Connemara National Park is a gateway to a deeper level of intimacy with this unique landscape. The Diamond Hill trails are an idyllic hiking experience, one that climbs through wild uplands before rewarding you with jaw-dropping views across the region.
- ✓For those of you who don’t wish to explore the Connemara National Park, your alternative main stop option is one of Ireland’s most iconic sights, Kylemore Abbey. Discounted admission available. Few buildings in Ireland or the world have such a dramatic setting or history as Kylemore Abbey. Built in the 1860’s by Mitchell Henry as a wedding gift to his wife Margaret, the magnificent castle at Kylemore is a must-see in Connemara. Your driver / guide will be able to source entry tickets at a discounted rate – cash only.
- ✓The Inagh valley is one of the most scenic valleys not just in Connemara but in the whole of Ireland. This romantic valley offers breathtaking views of peatlands, mountains, lakes and glorious countryside where sheep graze freely.
- ✓The tiny village of Recess (Sraith Salach – riverside meadow of willows) is situated on the edge of the beautiful fishing lake of Glendalough and is home to the Connemara Giant or Con MacNamara, a statue overlooking the village car park.
- ✓The Quiet Man is a 1952 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by John Ford. It Stars John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara. The film is notable for its lush photography of the Irish countryside and a long climatic semi-comic fist fight.
What's included
- ✓Local guide
- ✓Driver/guide
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Live commentary on board
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Entry to Kylemore Abbey - tickets can be purchased from the driver at discounted rates, cash only.
- ✓Hotel Pickup
Good to know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
€ 48.00
Connemara National Park and Kylemore Abbey Tour from Galway
4.8
(605)
🕑 9 hours
Free cancellation
Meet your guide and group for this Connemara National Park and Kylemore Abbey tour in the designated meeting spot in Galway, and board your vehicle for the day without having to worry about the little details. Set off and take in scenic sights of the Wild Atlantic Way from your vehicle’s windows as your guide provides commentary about the scenery, as well as Ireland’s history and folklore. Highlights and stops for this experience include a waterfall photo op in Screebe, Clifden’s Sky Road, Connemara National Park and Visitor Centre, Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden, and the Quiet Man Bridge. After your Wild Atlantic Way tour, your guide takes you back to Galway for a convenient drop-off.
Languages:
English
📍Merchants Road, Galway, Co. Galway, Ireland
🏢Operated by Wild Atlantic Way Day Tours
Highlights
- ✓Full-day tour of Galway Bay and Connemara from Galway
- ✓Marvel over the dramatic coastal scenery of the Wild Atlantic Way
- ✓Ideal choice for nature lovers
- ✓Learn about the area from live onboard commentary
What you'll see & do
- ✓Tour vehicle departs Merchants Road, Galway, outside the Kinlay Hostel at 09:30. Please present 15 minutes prior to departure.
- ✓Turning left into the Claddagh, St. Marys Church on your right, has been a Dominican Church for nearly 500 years. A romantic legacy of the former Claddagh fishing village is the Claddagh Ring, the traditional wedding ring of the villagers and ideal Galway gift or reminder of your visit to Galway.
- ✓Salthill is a vibrant area overlooking Galway Bay, the breathtaking backdrop and stunning scenery includes the famous 4km long Galway Promenade offering views of Galway Bay and the Clare Hills with several small beaches separated by rocky outcrops along its length. A local ritual is to ‘kick the wall’ at the promenades end to signify completion of your prom walk.
- ✓Set between timeless moorlands and the blue Atlantic Ocean, the coast road meanders westward through the picturesque villages of Barna and Furbo to the cheerful Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) village of Spiddal (An Spideal).
- ✓The village of Spiddal (An Spideal) on the shores of Galway Bay is a picturesque Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) village. It is home to many traditional thatched roof homes, scenic coastlines, beautiful beaches and has a charming traditional appeal. Spiddal is an area which still manages to value the culture and traditions of Gaeltacht heritage.
- ✓Once home to Bruce Ismay, CEO of White Star Lines and Titanic survivor.
- ✓The Connemara landscape along with the Wild Atlantic coastline has inspired many writers and musicians including French singer / songwriter, Michel Sandou’s popular hit ‘Les lacs du Connemara.’
- ✓Derryclare Lough is a freshwater lake at the entrance to the Inagh valley. This is a popular viewpoint for visitors to Connemara and a great place for photo opportunities of Pine Island.
- ✓Connemara stretches from Galway Bay in the south to Killary Harbour in the north, taking in the rugged peaks of the Twelve Bens, the gentle waters of Lough Corrib and the wild beauty of the Inagh Valley. Connemara is home to some of Irelands’ finest beaches with wide stretches of pure white sand lapped by the Atlantic Ocean.
- ✓The unofficial residential and commercial capital of Connemara and the axis on which everything in the region turns. Founded in 1812, Clifden is positioned between the mountains and ocean and has historic links to Marconi, Alcock and Brown.
- ✓This ruined manor house was built in early 19th century by John D'Arcy, founder of Clifden.
- ✓The Sky Road is one of the Discovery Points on the Wild Atlantic Way. A 16km circular route that starts in Clifden and rises high above the Atlantic Ocean, offering spectacular panoramic views. On a clear day the view from here has to be seen to be believed.
- ✓On todays tour you have a choice of main stop. Either 3 hours in the Connemara National Park or 3 hours at the Kylemore Abbey. Free, accessible and richly rewarding, the Connemara National Park is a gateway to a deeper level of intimacy with this unique landscape. The Diamond Hill trails are an idyllic hiking experience, one that climbs through wild uplands before rewarding you with jaw-dropping views across the region.
- ✓For those of you who don’t wish to explore the Connemara National Park, your alternative main stop option is one of Ireland’s most iconic sights, Kylemore Abbey. Discounted admission available. Few buildings in Ireland or the world have such a dramatic setting or history as Kylemore Abbey. Built in the 1860’s by Mitchell Henry as a wedding gift to his wife Margaret, the magnificent castle at Kylemore is a must-see in Connemara. Your driver / guide will be able to source entry tickets at a discounted rate – cash only.
- ✓The Inagh valley is one of the most scenic valleys not just in Connemara but in the whole of Ireland. This romantic valley offers breathtaking views of peatlands, mountains, lakes and glorious countryside where sheep graze freely.
- ✓The tiny village of Recess (Sraith Salach – riverside meadow of willows) is situated on the edge of the beautiful fishing lake of Glendalough and is home to the Connemara Giant or Con MacNamara, a statue overlooking the village car park.
- ✓The Quiet Man is a 1952 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by John Ford. It Stars John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara. The film is notable for its lush photography of the Irish countryside and a long climatic semi-comic fist fight.
What's included
- ✓Local guide
- ✓Driver/guide
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Live commentary on board
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Entry to Kylemore Abbey - tickets can be purchased from the driver at discounted rates, cash only.
- ✓Hotel Pickup
Good to know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Free cancellation
🔒 Secure checkout
from
€ 48.00