Discover Galway City on a City walking tour before exploring the unique landscape of Connemara on the Wild Atlantic Way. After a walking tour of Galway City you venture into Connemara with your first stop is a traditional Connemara Sheep Farm. You will visit the quaint village of Oughterard before journeying deeper into this rugged landscape as the 12 Bens Mountains open up in front of you.
A major highlight of Connemara is a visit to the stunning Kylemore Abbey and Victorian walled gardens.
The splendid Kylemore Abbey carries a fascinating history and romanticism which will capture your imagination. After lunch we will have the option to visit Killary Fjord, Ireland’s only through Fjord left by glacial deposits during the last ice age. We return by the coast road and experience beautiful views of the wild Atlantic.
ITINERARY
– Meet and greet at 9. 00 am at your accommodation
– Galway City Walking Tour
– Oughterard Village and the Aughnanure Castle, the seat of the ferocious O’Flaherty clan ( Guided Tour)
– Drive through the 12 Bens Mountains
– Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Gardens (Self guided tour and free time)
Lunch at Letterfrack and the Connemara National Park
– Sheep Farm and Demonstration ( Boat trip on the Fjord is an alternative option)
– Return Coast road with stunning vistas of the Wild Atlantic Way
– Return to Galway 5. 45pm
There is so much to see on this trip to Connemara, that you can customize the tour to suit your interests
MEETING POINT + TOUR DURATION
Meeting Point Options: Rail or Bus Station, Cruise Ship Port, Airport, Hotel, Address or Intersection, Monument/Building
Duration: 8 hours
TRANSPORTATION
Luxury sedan with AC
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Guiding Services
- Private Transportation
Other: Guided walking tour of Galway City
Professional Fully Guided tour of Connemara
ESTIMATED LOCAL CASH NEEDED
30 EUR – Lunch, Souvenirs
WHAT’S EXTRA
- Personal Expenses
- Souvenirs
- Food, Drinks, Snacks
Other: Entrance to attractions and historical sights
RESTRICTIONS
No restrictions
