Full Day Private Tour of Connemara, Kylemore Abbey, and Doolough Valley from Galway
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Kylemore
Immerse yourself in the stunning scenery of Connemara, Kylemore Abbey, and Doolough Valley on a personalized full-day private tour from Galway. Experience the beauty of the West Coast of Ireland and indulge in the haunting contemporary Irish music. Travel in comfort and stop at your request in a Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid. Discover the hidden gems of Connemara and create unforgettable memories.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden - We drive through villages of Moycullen, Oughterard, Maam Cross and Recess. The road takes us through the scenic Inagh Valley surrounded by the majestic Twelve Ben Mountains on your left and the Maumturk Mountains on your right.
    Our next destination is Killary Fjord, Ireland’s one and only fjord. We continue our journey to the other side of the fjord, towards Doolough lake and the magnificent Mweelrea Mountain. From Doolough Valley we turn back for Kylemore Abbey and the Victorian Walled Garden, one of the most iconic locations in Connemara. We then visit Kylemore Castle Estate and see all it has to offer. Lunch at Mitchell’s Cafe.
    After a hearty lunch you will sit back and enjoy the drive towards Clifden and The Sky Road. We take the spectacular peninsula loop drive to reach the highest point. There you will see unbeatable views of Connemara, the Atlantic Ocean and the islands. The rugged coastline of county Mayo will be to the North and county Clare to the South. There is still much more to see as we descend from the Sky Road and arrive in Clifden, the westernmost town in Ireland. From Clifden, we follow The Wild Atlantic Way to Dogs Bay with its bright white sandy beach. In summer, you will feel free to take a refreshing dip in its crystal blue waters and enjoy being on one of the most beautiful beaches in the country.
    After our beach-break we drive through picturesque Roundstone Village and arrive at the Ballynahinch Castle, set in a private 700-acre estate of woodland, rivers and walks. Among many previous owners it was once purchased by an Indian Maharaja Ranji, also called The Prince of Cricketers, in 1924. Today the castle is state-owned and operates as a 4-star hotel.
    At Ballynahinch we can take a short walk along the river, stroll through the ground floor of the castle and enjoy a pint on the terrace overlooking the river.
    On the way back to Galway we can stop for dinner in one of the pubs along the way, as you wish.
What's Included
  • Bottled water included
  • All fees and taxes covered
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

If stunning landscapes capture your heart and you appreciate customised, intimate tours, I invite you to join me for a day trip along the spectacular West Coast of Ireland. Experience a journey designed to calm your mind and feed your spirit.

For enhancing your visual journey, you have an option to soak in the dramatic contemporary Irish music from the likes of Mícheál Ó Súilleabháin and more.

I offer a ride in a Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid which can effortlessly accommodate up to three people, providing utmost comfort. The tour can be paused at your discretion.

With its breathtaking beaches and untamed mountain peaks, Connemara is one of the most picturesque locations worldwide. It’s a source of inspiration for artists and writers for generations. We will venture beyond the regular paths to reveal the authentic beauty of this historic land. This extraordinary experience will leave a lasting impression as you bid farewell to the shores of the Green Island.

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.

Customer Ratings
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Elizabeth_k
Sep 23, 2023
Fabulous day - Had a lovely day. Our guide Ulla was insightful and a delight. The landscape was beautiful and breathtaking.
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Tom_d
Sep 22, 2023
Magical - Our tour through the beautiful Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Doolough Valley was amazing. Ulla is a great guide. She's knows the area and its history so well and her enthusiasm is infectious. My advice for those of you thinking about booking: DO IT. Plan your time in Galway around her availability. You won't regret it.
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Stephen
Jul 16, 2023
Full day tour of Connemara - Ulla was a great guide (and driver) for this tour. She knew exactly where to go and was full of interesting information. She went the "extra mile" (or kilometer) for us, and we really enjoyed our day with her.
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Regina_a
Jun 13, 2023
Perfect Day! - The whole day was amazing. From the moment Ulla picked us up, and listened to what we like to do and see, it was a perfect day. She has an incredible knowledge of the area. You know she truly loves what she does. She knew all the best spots to show us. Driving thru Connemara is breathtaking. Kylemore Abbey is a beautiful place to visit, we had an amazing lunch there in the cafe. Doolough Valley is awe inspiring. The drive back, she took us along the Wild Atlantic coast, it was the perfect ending to a perfect day .
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Lawrence
Apr 18, 2023
A wonderful tour - Fantastic host, absolutely nothing was a problem for Ulla. We had the most wonderful tour and learned lot’s about the local history. We always say “you can’t improve on perfection “ and Ulla gave us a tour of perfection.
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Ralleec
Sep 7, 2022
Amazing and Wonderful. Highlight of our trip. - My son and I had a free day while in Galway looking at the University and found Ulla on TripAdvisor. Ulla was an amazing guide. She is genuine, caring and a lovely person showing you the most beautiful areas of Connemara and all the hidden gems. We were able to customize the day based on our interest and timing, including a relaxing walk on the beach with our feet in the Atlantic. It was beautiful! The day was ours to explore for as long as we wanted. Her car is spacious and comfortable. She packed snacks and water if we needed anything. Her personal touch made the day unforgettable. We would absolutely use her services again and recommend her to all who wish to have a wonderful day exploring. Thank you Ulla!!
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Travelartwinerepeat1
Aug 10, 2022
An inspiring day with Ulla - Ulla was a fantastic guide to spend a whole day exploring the countryside of Ireland with. She shared her great knowledge and excitement of Connemara and surrounding areas. Ulla was lovely from the moment she picked us up making us feel as though we were just on a day trip with a friend. This day was easily one of the highlights of our trip! We would absolutely use her services again and recommend her to all who wish to have a special day exploring. Thanks for everything Ulla!!
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Mickcq2001it
Aug 9, 2021
An Inspiring Tour Guide - I have never met a tour guide with such an innate love of both the country of Ireland and its people. As the author of a book on the western islands of Ireland, I was lucky enough to be invited to accompany Ulla on one of her many visits to the Burren in County Clare. Once there, she showed her deep knowledge of the area and pointed out so many fascinating aspects of the landscape and its deep history of music and song. Ulla is a very genuine and warm person who is truly inspirational and leaves you with only the desire for seeing more of this amazing place.
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Amykearney
Aug 5, 2021
Amazing Journey with Ulla through Connemara, Doolough Valley, Kylemore Abbey and the Victorian Walled Garden! - My husband and I scheduled this Day Trip from Galway to get out and really enjoy the beautiful Connemara area. Ulla was the perfect host for our tour. She is a very lovely and friendly person who enhanced our journey by giving us some history and letting us enjoy the sites at our own leisurely pace. We were able to fully customize our day so that my husband could take photos of the lovely area at any time. Connemara is an absolute gem as it gave us a feeling of peace and tranquillity. The Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden were amazingly beautiful! There are spectacular waterfalls everywhere. The Glassillaue Beach gave us the opportunity to touch the Atlantic Ocean. Ulla took care of us by packing some snacks in case we needed something while on our tour. Her attention to detail and personal touch is unmatched. We have traveled around the world taking private tours in most cities and realized that a Journey with Ulla to see Ireland is a Must Do when in Galway! Next time we are definitely going to schedule another Journey with Ulla, maybe to the Cliffs of Moher! Loved the Fantastic Experience!
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Marinarits
Feb 3, 2020
Absolutely the best day I had while visiting Ireland!! - I had such a wonderful time with Ulla, first of all she has such a beautiful personality with good sense of humor and she certainly knows all the hidden gems in the area of West Coast of Ireland, where an ordinary bus tour would never take you! I could not imagine taking a crowded bus tour to discover Ireland, I much prefer a private tour with a comfortable and safe car and a great tour guide who knows the area so well! I will definitely go back to Ulla and let her show me more of this amazing part of Ireland as this one day was clearly not enough!
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