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Activity Galway, Ireland
Castles of Connemara tour departing Galway. Private guided.
5.0
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9 hours
Free cancellation
Private tour
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2 reviews
About this activity
With pick up included from your hotel, hop on board as we travel west into the scenic region of Connemara, famed for its wild and rugged land and seascapes.
Our first castle visit is to Aughnanure Castle. Built by the O’Flahertys in 1500, this castle is a particularly well-preserved example of an Irish tower house.
Next stop in the quaint village of Oughterard for a short coffee break.
Weaving our way through scenic Connemara, our next castle stop is Kylemore Abbey, founded by English industrialist Mitchell Henry and now a Benedictine monastery. Spend the next few hours exploring this romantic abbey, its victorian walled gardens and Gothic church.
We head to the capital of Connemara, the colourful town of Clifden. En-route (weather permitting) we drive the famous Sky Road.
Travel onto to Ballynahinch Castle and take a short break to explore the castle and estate grounds including the walled garden before returning to Galway City.
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At a glance
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–15
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- Ireland Wild Escapes
What is included
Included
- Included: Entrance into Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Gardens.
- Included: Entrance into Aughnanure Castle.
- Included: Guided tour of Connemara in minivan.
- Included: Pick up and drop off from Galway city hotel
Not included
- Not included: Gratuities
- Not included: Lunch
Itinerary
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Aughnanure Castle
45 min Admission included
Our first castle visit is to Aughnanure Castle. This castle lies in picturesque surroundings close to Lough Corrib and village of Oughterard. Built by the O’Flahertys, one of Connacht's most notable lord families in 1500 and standing on what is a rocky island on the shores of Lough Corrib. This castle is a particularly well-preserved example of an Irish tower house. On this visit you will find the remains of a banqueting hall, a watch tower, an unusual double bawn and bastions and dry harbour. Grace O’Malley, the notorious west of Ireland sea pirate was married to Donal O’Flaherty.
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Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
2 hours Admission included
Kylemore Abbey, first founded by English industrialist Mitchell Henry as a present to his wife and now a Benedictine monastery. The next few hours are up to you to explore this romantic abbey, its Victorian walled gardens and Gothic church. Choose to treat yourself to refreshments at the onsite café for lunch.
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45 min
Sky Road is a panoramic road that starts and ends in Clifden, the capital of Connemara. From Clifden the road heads west and soon you reach a junction between Lower Sky Road and Upper Sky Road. The upper path gradually rises and at the highest point you reach a vantage car park. The view from up here over Clifden Bay and the offshore islands in the Atlantic Ocean is breathtaking.
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Stop 4
30 min
This castle is steeped in history and is connected to one of the 14 tribes of Galway the Martin family. Richard Martin was the founder of the RSPCA. Another Martin was Edward Martin who was very friendly with WB Yeats and Lady Gregory and later went on to establish the Abbey Theatre in Dublin. We take a short break to explore the castle and estate grounds including the newly restored walled garden .
Meeting point and pickup
The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.
Pickup points
- Harbour Hotel
- The Residence Hotel
- Eyre Square Hotel
- The House Hotel
- The Galmont Hotel & Spa
- Imperial Hotel Galway
- The Dean Galway
- Kiltevna House
- Neisha Bed and Breakfast
- Great Western House
- The Western Hotel
- Victoria Hotel
and 7 more pickup points
Using your ticket
We will collect you from your accomodation in Galway city
Contact details: +353 (0) 87 935 0303
Expected drop back time: 18h00
What to bring: Warm, layered rainproof gear as when visiting the outdoor attractions weather can be changeable.
Enjoy your tour! And please remember to leave us a review.
Please contact us on +353 (0) 87 935 0303 to arrange pick up details
Cancellation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
Good to know
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options
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Private group (1-7pax)
Pickup included
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Private group (8-16pax)
8-16 pax
Pickup included
Traveller ratings
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