From Galway: Guided tour of Connemara with 3 hour stop in Kylemore Abbey

The special Connemara Day Tour originating from Galway incorporates a 3-hour halt, offering guests the leisurely opportunity to delve into and appreciate the splendid Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden. This stop forms part of the highlights of Connemara situated along the Wild Atlantic Way.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • The Claddagh - Departing Galway we head out via The Claddagh, home of the famous Claddagh Ring.
  • Salthill Promenade - On our left, the Salthill Promenade and Galway Bay.
  • Barna - First little village on our tour, Barna. Once a thriving fishing village.
  • Spiddal - ‘An Spidéal’ meaning ‘The Hospital’ in Irish, Spiddal marks the start of the ‘Gaeltacht’ or Irish speaking area.
  • Costelloe - Once home to Bruce Ismay, CEO of White Star Lines and Titanic survivor.
  • Screebe - A quick photostop at the picturesque little waterfall.
  • Connemara - We travel through the bog land of Connemara, formed over millions of years.
  • Clifden - A 30 minute stop to wander around the town of Clifden.
  • Clifden Castle - Built by John Darcy, founder of Clifden.
  • Sky Road - Renowned worldwide for heart stopping twists and turns, the Sky Road swoops and soars above the Atlantic Ocean. One of the ‘Discovery Points’ on the Wild Atlantic Way.
  • Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre - The national park covers 3000+ hectares of Connemara.
  • Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden - Our main stop on this tour, you now have 3 hours to explore Kylemore Abbey. Built in the 1860’s by Mitchell Henry as a wedding gift to wife Margaret.
  • Quiet Man Bridge - A photo on the Quiet Man Bridge, used in the 1960’s movie of the same name, is a must for all John Wayne fans
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Driver / guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Live commentary on board
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entry to Kylemore Abbey - Tickets can be purchased from the driver at discounted rates, cash only.
  • Hotel Pickup
Additional Information
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Merchants Road
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
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Phil_g
Jul 9, 2024
Beautiful tour - Our driver/guide, Mike, was fantastic! He stopped at several beautiful spots along the way for photos. Our visit to Kylemore was very enjoyable. There is so much to see, and it's amazing that it's all in such a remote area. The scenery throughout Connemara is spectacular!
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Knaak002
Jun 27, 2024
A Not to be missed tour - Our driver. guide was wonderful and very informative. He really made our special. We recommend this tour to anyone!
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Sue_m
May 28, 2024
I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. - This was a great tour. There we’re about 22 of us on a mini bus and Mike did a great job telling you about what you were seeing. We had a couple of photo stops before arriving to the Abbey. Manage your 3 hours well. It will go by fast. We also had a couple photos stops on the way back. Well worth it.
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Stephen_t
May 28, 2024
Beautiful Ireland - The entire day was wonderful. We really enjoyed Sky Road, and the three hours spent at Kylemoor Abbey were especially breathtaking. You should know that there’s a 13-Euro entrance fee for the Abbey (per person) in addition to the tour cost; this is paid in cash to the tour driver, who gets the tickets for the Abbey (this is a discounted rate), so be prepared for that.
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Sugismama
May 25, 2024
Interesting and enjoyable excursion to Connemara and Kylemore - I’m not usually one for bus tours but we did this one and it was great. Our son chose to hike Diamond hill in Connemara while we went to the Kylemore abbey and garden. Both were great choices. The guide gave good advice for maximizing time at Kylemore. He also gave us several other stops with views, a village center and on the sky road. He offered plenty of information about farming, industry and history of the Connemara area. Well done! Recommend this excursion, good value.
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Barbraletta
May 24, 2024
Exquisite! - We had wonderful weather, which is always nice, and an excellent driver who treated us to a lot of Irish history. (Love hearing the accent!). I definitely recommend this trip and Viator
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Steve
May 18, 2024
Worth every penny. A day you will never forget. - The great history and information that Mike gave us. He was great. He had all the right stops and advice for each stop. Three hours at Kylemore is perfect. One minor suggestion: the bus is too warm. Everyone reaching for the vents! And nothing coming out.
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Keith_k
May 17, 2024
Breath taking - The grounds and the Henry home are beautiful. The lakes and the woods would be the backdrop for a peaceful idyllic dream.
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Julie_e
May 14, 2024
Wonderful tour and tour guide - Mike was an amazing tour guide. I loved this tour. There were stops in Clifton and along the way to take pictures as well as a stop to feed sheep! He took us off the beaten path to the top of a tall hill to view the convergence of a river into the Atlantic ocean. Shared a lot of history of Ireland as well.
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D1916wvbrianb
Jun 23, 2024
Great tour even with weather issues. - Jerry our driver and tour guide was awesome and the tour was very good though the weather didn’t cooperate (misty and limited view at times). Recommend this tour and Jerry and with some luck from mother nature you will be very pleased.
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