Explore the breathtaking Connemara, celebrated for its untamed and dramatic scenery and sparkling lakes. Enjoy a guided tour with 3 hours dedicated to either the Connemara National Park or Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Gardens. Minimum of 1 and a maximum of 50 participants. Open throughout the year.
Explore the breathtaking Connemara, celebrated for its untamed and dramatic scenery and sparkling lakes. Enjoy a guided tour with 3 hours dedicated to either the Connemara National Park or Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Gardens. Minimum of 1 and a maximum of 50 participants. Open throughout the year.
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Galway - 09:30 - Departure from Galway
The tour vehicle leaves Merchants Road, Galway, outside the Kinlay Hostel at 09:30. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure.
As the journey begins, the locally sourced and fully trained driver/guide will lead the way from Galway into the untamed beauty of Connemara. Experience breathtaking landscapes and…
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Galway - 09:30 - Departure from Galway
The tour vehicle leaves Merchants Road, Galway, outside the Kinlay Hostel at 09:30. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure.
As the journey begins, the locally sourced and fully trained driver/guide will lead the way from Galway into the untamed beauty of Connemara. Experience breathtaking landscapes and explore the enchanting wilderness in our luxurious tour coaches. Along the way, pass by charming coastal villages, thatched cottages, fields bordered by dry-stone walls, and vast stretches of bog land.
- Screebe Waterfall - 10:30 - Screebe Waterfall Viewing Point
A brief photo opportunity at the scenic Screebe Waterfall.
The Connemara landscape, along with the Wild Atlantic coastline, has been a source of inspiration for many writers and musicians, including French singer/songwriter Michel Sandou’s popular hit ‘Les lacs du Connemara.’
- Derryclare Lough - 11:00 - Pine Island Viewing Point.
Another photo opportunity at Derryclare Lough.
Derryclare Lough is a freshwater lake at the entrance to the Inagh Valley. It is a favored viewpoint for visitors to Connemara and an excellent spot for capturing photos of Pine Island.
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Clifden - 11:30 - Clifden
11:30 - Clifden
Enjoy a half-hour to explore the town of Clifden.
Clifden is the unofficial residential and commercial hub of Connemara, serving as the central point for the region. Established in 1812, Clifden is nestled between mountains and the ocean and has historical connections to Marconi, Alcock, and Brown.
- Sky Road - 12:15 - Sky Road Viewing Point
A photo opportunity at the Sky Road.
The Sky Road is one of the Discovery Points on the Wild Atlantic Way. This 16km circular route begins in Clifden and ascends high above the Atlantic Ocean, offering breathtaking panoramic views. On a clear day, the view from here is truly awe-inspiring!
- Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre - 12:45 - Connemara National Park - 3-hour stop
On today’s tour, choose between a 3-hour stop at Connemara National Park or Kylemore Abbey.
Free, accessible, and immensely rewarding, Connemara National Park offers a deeper connection with this unique landscape. The Diamond Hill trails provide an idyllic hiking experience, ascending through wild uplands and offering stunning views across the region.
- Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden - 13:00 - Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Gardens - 3-hour stop
For those not wishing to explore Connemara National Park, the alternative main stop is the iconic Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Gardens.
Discounted admission is available.
Few buildings in Ireland or the world boast such a dramatic setting or history as Kylemore Abbey. Constructed in the 1860s by Mitchell Henry as a wedding gift for his wife Margaret, the magnificent castle at Kylemore is a must-see in Connemara.
The driver/guide can provide entry tickets at a discounted rate - cash only.
- Lough Inagh - 16:15 - Lough Inagh Viewing Point
Another photo opportunity on the return journey to Galway City, at the inspiring Inagh Valley.
Inagh Valley is one of the most scenic valleys not only in Connemara but in all of Ireland. This romantic valley offers breathtaking views of peatlands, mountains, lakes, and glorious countryside where sheep graze freely.
- The Connemara Giant - 16:45 - The Connemara Giant Viewing Point
This popular stop is accompanied by a touch of Connemara humor!
The small village of Recess (Sraith Salach – riverside meadow of willows) is located 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.
- Galway - The driver/guide will return you to the departure point on Merchants Road, Galway, where today’s tour concludes. It’s time to bid farewell or ‘Slan Abhaile’ to the driver/guide.
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- 3 hour visit to either Kylemore Abbey OR Connemara National Park
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- 3 hour visit to either Kylemore Abbey OR Connemara National Park
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
