From Galway: Connemara, Kylemore Abbey & Castles 1 Day Tour
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8 giờ
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Step into a day where Connemara’s stories unfold at every turn. Beginning at Galway Cathedral, your journey brings you to the formidable Aughnanure Castle, once the stronghold of the O’Flaherty clan, before pausing at the iconic Quiet Man Bridge — a nostalgic nod to the beloved 1952 film.
As we travel through Maam Cross and Recess, home to the rare Connemara Green Marble, the landscape begins to weave its magic. In Clifden, you’ll have time to savour lunch and perhaps a drink among locals, soaking up the town’s warm, welcoming spirit.
The experience continues along the Sky Road, where sweeping views over Clifden Bay and the wild Roundstone bogs create unforgettable moments, before arriving at the enchanting Kylemore Abbey and its Victorian Walled Gardens. We complete the journey through the tranquil beauty of the Inagh Valley — a fitting finale to a tour that blends history, culture, and the raw charm of Connemara into one truly unique experience.
Thông tin khác
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cần Quan Tâm
Thời Lượng:8 hours
Lịch Hoạt Động:Our Castles of Connemara tour departs from Galway Cathedral (H91 A780) on scheduled mornings. Departure times are 09.30 to allow for a full-day experience, returning to Galway in the late afternoon or early evening. Advance booking is recommended, particularly during peak travel months, to ensure availability and preferred departure dates
H91 A780
Aughnanure Castle - home to mighty O’Flaherty chieftains., a very notable family in galway region. Donal O’Faherty later married the sea pirate Grace O’Malley. The grounds on this castle is well preserved.
You will have ample time to explore the grounds of this history abbey and gardens.
The capital of Connemara, and founded by D’arcy on off the 14 tribes of Galway. Where John Alcock & Arthur Brown crashed landed on the first transatlantic non stop flight.
Tùy chọn
From Galway: Connemara, Kylemore Abbey & Castles 1 Day Tour
Bao gồm
Aughnanure castle - entrance fee into Aughnanure Castle
Castles of Connemara
Fully guided tour of Connemara
Lunch
Gratuities
Entrance into Kylemore Abbey is not included
Chính sách hủy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Can't beat this tour!
J H,8 thg 9, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00What an amazing tour!! We visited the castles, the Abbey, & scenic overlooks....& got to take in the magic of West Ireland's beautiful countryside, mountain ranges, & waterfront. Our guide, Jerry, was friendly & knowledgeable, & our driver, Mike, had impressive command of the tiny, curvy backroads. We wanted an experience that was above & beyond the typical tourist stops, & that's exactly what we got! This was hands down our favorite day in Western Ireland! We couldn't recommend this tour more!
Very good tour stops and ruggedly beautiful scenery along the way.
Edward A,13 thg 8, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00Really enjoyed this tour. Very good tour stops and ruggedly beautiful scenery along the way. Excellent.
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