From Galway: Private Connemara, Kylemore Abbey & Castles Day Tour
From$850
420 minutes – 480 minutes
Galway, Ireland
Full description
Discover a Journey in Connemara Castles and Kylemore Abbey. Exploring the region of Connemara along the Wild Atlantic Way with its wild rugged mountains lakes & Valleys with history and Native Guide.
Included / Excluded
- Kylemore Abbey - entrance fee
- Fully guided tour of Connemara
- Aughnanure castle - entrance fee
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Itinerary
1
The home fearsome O’Flaherty family, whose motto was ‘Fortune favours the strong’, ruled west Connacht for 300 years from this fine six-storey tower on the shores of Lough Corrib. O'Flahertys joined forces with the Mayo O'Malleys when Donal married Grace O'Malley, later known as Granuaile, the formidable pirate queen. The O’Malley motto, ‘Powerful by land and by sea,’ showed the awe in which that family, too, was held. At Aughanure today you hear the past stories, and inspect the remains of a banqueting hall, a watch tower, an unusual double bawn and bastions and a dry harbour. Keep your eyes peeled for glimpses of the three species of bat that now live in the castle.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
2
We stop The Quiet Man bridge from the movie of same name 1952 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by John Ford. It stars John Wayne, Maureen O'Hara, Barry Fitzgerald. we here the movies tales
Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3
Kylemore Abbey is a haven of history, beauty and serenity and is centre to Connemara Wild Atlantic Way. Home to a Benedictine order of Nuns for the past 100 years, Kylemore Abbey here we embrace the magic of the magnificent 1,000-acre estate. Colleen is a former student of this magical places. Castle was built in the late 1800s by Mitchell Henry MP, a wealthy businessman, for his wife. You can view the victoria walled gardens and enjoy so lovely freshly prepared food .
Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES
4
The Sky Road is one of the most popular places to visit in Galway and is the most popular of the many things to do in Clifden.
Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5
Pass by: Ballynahinch has been intertwined in the history of Connemara and its people for centuries, from the recorded battle between the O’Flahertys and O’Malleys, in 1384, to the visit by all the Lord Mayors and Mayors of Ireland and some from overseas, to celebrate the Quincentennial year of Galway city receiving its charter. Ballynahinch i.e. Baile na hlnse, means ‘household of the Island’, and refers to the O’Flaherty Castle built on an Island in the lake.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Meeting point
Start Location
Galway Cathedral, Gaol Road, Galway, Ireland
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infants Required On Laps
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Stroller Accessible
Good to know
- Transportation time is already included in the total duration of the tour.
Additional information
Transportation time is already included in the total duration of the tour.