Private Full-Day Tour: Cultural Experience in Connemara and Wild Atlantic Way
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Kylemore
Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Connemara and the Wild Atlantic Way on this private full-day tour. Explore stunning landscapes, visit charming villages, and experience a working Connemara farmstead.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden - Visit the Gothic splendour of Kylemore Abbey, explore the wonderful Victorian Gardens and learn about the lives of the owners. Highlights includes a self guided tour of the neo gothic mansion, wonderful kitchen gardens and the splendid church and mausoleum.
- Aughnanure Castle - Visit the fortress of the ferocious O’Flaherty clan and learn of the blood curdling stories attached to this Gaelic Irish Clan
- Connemara - Explore the rugged beauty of the Connemara landscape, a landscape once described by Oscar Wilde as a “savage beauty” You pass through some dramatic scenery as we drive through Lough Inagh Valley with the 12 Bens Mountains on one side and the Maumturk Mountains on the other. Here we’ll stop to soak up the beautiful views while we visit a cut of bogland. Highlights include Killary Fjord, Ireland’s only true Fjord and the village of Leenane and the location of the movie, The Field. You will visit the Gaelic speaking area of Carraroe and Spiddal on the coast as you return along the Wild Atlantic Way with fantastic ocean views.
- Killary Sheep Farm - Visit a working Connemara farm and see the sheepdogs put through their paces while discovering what life is like for a farmer in the West of Ireland
What's Included
- Climate-controlled transportation
- All entry fees included
What's Not Included
- Admission fee
- Admission fees to sheep farm and Kylemore Abbey. €15 per person for the Sheep Farm
Additional Information
Enjoy the splendor of Connemara and the Wild Atlantic Way at your leisure and in your style. This tour is designed for individuals who crave a comprehensive cultural encounter of the region, coupled with the breathtaking views of The Twelve Bens Mountains, Lough Inagh, and the towns of Oughterard, Rosmuc, and Spiddal. The journey also encompasses The Maumturk Mountains, Killary Fjord, and an operational Connemara farmstead.
Location
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
Connemara, On the N59 between Clifden and Westport
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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E8870whsiobhanh
Jul 24, 2023
Fantastic Thank you - I recently bought some friends over from Malaga and one of the things that I organised was a tour with Derek they all concluded it was the highlight of their stay
Derek brought the history of Galway ,Connemara and Kylemore Abby to life.His knowledge and Delivery had us all spellbound not to mention his lovely personality he also had Such a unique and personal touch throughout the tour travelling through this beautiful part of the world with him was a delightful experience.
I couldn’t recommend him highly enough a must do experience when visiting Galway
Thank you Derek for the great memories
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