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From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara with 3 hour stop in Kylemore Abbey
Galway, Western Ireland, Ireland, Europe
$59.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Our Connemara Day Tour from Galway includes a choice of 3 hour main stop:
Option 1. - 3 hours in the Connemara National Park
Option 2. - 3 hours in the Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden.
Option 1. - 3 hours in the Connemara National Park
Option 2. - 3 hours in the Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden.
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From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara with 3 hour stop in Kylemore Abbey
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 9 hours
- Live commentary on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver / guide
- Local guide
- Hotel Pickup
- Entry to Kylemore Abbey - Tickets can be purchased from the driver at discounted rates, cash only.
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Meeting point
Tour departs: Merchants Road, Galway outside the Kinlay Hostel, H91 F2KT at 09:30.
Tour vehicle will have 'Wild Atlantic Way Day Tours' branding.
Please present 15 minutes prior to departure.
Tour returns: Merchants Road, Galway at 18:30
Return details
Tour departs: Merchants Road, Galway outside the Kinlay Hostel, H91 F2KT at 09:30.
Tour vehicle will have 'Wild Atlantic Way Day Tours' branding.
Please present 15 minutes prior to departure.
Tour returns: Merchants Road, Galway at 18:30
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GalwayTour vehicle departs Merchants Road, Galway, outside the Kinlay Hostel at 09:30. Please present 15 minutes prior to departure.
- Turning left into the Claddagh, St. Marys Church on your right, has been a Dominican Church for nearly 500 years. A romantic legacy of the former Claddagh fishing village is the Claddagh Ring, the traditional wedding ring of the villagers and ideal Galway gift or reminder of your visit to Galway. (pass by)
- Salthill is a vibrant area overlooking Galway Bay, the breathtaking backdrop and stunning scenery includes the famous 4km long Galway Promenade offering views of Galway Bay and the Clare Hills with several small beaches separated by rocky outcrops along its length. (pass by)
- Set between timeless moorlands and the blue Atlantic Ocean, the coast road meanders westward through the picturesque villages of Barna and Furbo to the cheerful Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) village of Spiddal (An Spideal). (pass by)
- The village of Spiddal (An Spideal) on the shores of Galway Bay is a picturesque Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) village. It is home to many traditional thatched roof homes, scenic coastlines, beautiful beaches and has a charming traditional appeal. Spiddal is an area which still manages to value the culture and traditions of Gaeltacht heritage. (pass by)
- Once home to Bruce Ismay, CEO of White Star Lines and Titanic survivor. (pass by)
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The Connemara landscape along with the Wild Atlantic coastline has inspired many writers and musicians including French singer / songwriter, Michel Sandou’s popular hit ‘Les lacs du Connemara.’
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Pines Island ViewpointDerryclare Lough is a freshwater lake at the entrance to the Inagh valley. This is a popular viewpoint for visitors to Connemara and a great place for photo opportunities of Pine Island.
- Leaving the beaten path, your locally sourced and fully trained driver / guide will take you from Galway out into the wilds of Connemara. You will discover stunning landscapes and explore the wildness of this enchanted land in our luxury tour coaches. En route, you will pass beautiful coastal villages, thatched cottages, fields of dry-stone walls and vast expanses of bog land. (pass by)
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ClifdenThe unofficial residential and commercial capital of Connemara and the axis on which everything in the region turns. Founded in 1812, Clifden is positioned between the mountains and ocean and has historic links to Marconi, Alcock and Brown.
- Built by John Darcy, founder of Clifden. (pass by)
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Sky RoadThe Sky Road is one of the Discovery Points on the Wild Atlantic Way. A 16km circular route that starts in Clifden and rises high above the Atlantic Ocean, offering spectacular panoramic views. On a clear day the view from here has to be seen to be believed.
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Connemara National Park & Visitor CentreOn todays tour you have a choice of main stop. Either 3 hours in the Connemara National Park or 3 hours at the Kylemore Abbey. Free, accessible and richly rewarding, the Connemara National Park is a gateway to a deeper level of intimacy with this unique landscape. The Diamond Hill trails are an idyllic hiking experience, one that climbs through wild uplands before rewarding you with jaw-dropping views across the region.
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Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled GardenFor those of you who don’t wish to explore the Connemara National Park, your alternative main stop option is one of Ireland’s most iconic sights, Kylemore Abbey. Discounted admission available. Few buildings in Ireland or the world have such a dramatic setting or history as Kylemore Abbey. Built in the 1860’s by Mitchell Henry as a wedding gift to his wife Margaret, the magnificent castle at Kylemore is a must-see in Connemara. Your driver / guide will be able to source entry tickets at a discounted rate – cash only.
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The Inagh valley is one of the most scenic valleys not just in Connemara but in the whole of Ireland. This romantic valley offers breathtaking views of peatlands, mountains, lakes and glorious countryside where sheep graze freely.
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The Connemara GiantThe tiny village of Recess (Sraith Salach – riverside meadow of willows) is situated 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.
- The Quiet Man is a 1952 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by John Ford. It Stars John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara. The film is notable for its lush photography of the Irish countryside and a long climatic semi-comic fist fight. (pass by)
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From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara with 3 hour stop in Kylemore Abbey
Galway, Western Ireland, Ireland, Europe
$59.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!