Private Luxury Guided Tour of Connemara from Westport or Ballina

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Kylemore Abbey — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

View from Kylemore — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

A wonderful tour that has everything! Spectacular scenery, super stories and amazing anecdotes. I explain the history of Ireland from 500m years ago (when Ireland was located under the sea below the equator) to Brexit! I will keep you entertained en route with legends, stories and gags that will keep you laughing. I will explain why we drive on the 'correct' side of the road, the origin of the military salute and lots more.

I have a treasure chest of jewels about Ireland that will amaze you! Find out more about our writers, musicians and the history of Guinness and Irish Coffee. I will take you to some of the Quiet Man film locations. If you have any areas of particular interest in Ireland I can cover that for you as well. I promise you a fantastic day with me.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–5
Guide: English, French
Operated by: Neal Doherty - AlchemyTours.ie

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation

Not included

Not included: Snacks and Meals
Not included: Kylemore Abbey is a photo stop only. Entry is not included.

Itinerary

Westport

15 min

Nestling under Croagh Patrick mountain, his beautiful little town has been voted 'Ireland's tidiest town' on a number of occasions. It has also been voted as the best place to live in Ireland.
Doolough Valley

15 min

Magnificent deserted valley created by glaciers during the ice age eleven thousand years ago. The isolation is spiratual.
Killary Fjord

30 min

Ireland's only fjord is dominated by high mountains on either side. The mist covered peaks will amaze you.
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden

1 h 30 min Admission not included

One of the highlights of the tour. This building was built as a home for Mitchell Henry in the 1860's. Now one of the most popular visits in Connemara
Sky Road

30 min

From here you get an understanding of the meaning of Connemara (indented coast). The view overlooking Clifden Bay and the Atlantic Ocean features many bays and islands. Always a WOW!
Clifden

one hour

Known as the capital of Connemara this lovely little town has an interesting history. The first flight crossing the Atlantic Ocean happened near here in 1919. It took more than 16 hours! We will have lunch here in the Station House.
Stop 7

20 min

Known as 'the Connemara Postcard' this perfect photostop will mesmerise you.
Cong

one hour

Location of Ashford Castle, Irelands finest hotel. Many scenes from the Quiet Man movie were filmed here. A tour of the village to see some of the locations is included.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Ballard House
Jennings Hotel
Marnic House B&B
Knock Intl Airport
Ivy Tower Hotel
The Ellison
Lough Lannagh Holiday Village
Broadhaven Bay Hotel
Breaffy House Resort
Talbot Hotel
The Wyatt Hotel
Mamean Valley Bed & Breakfast

and 68 more pickup points

I can be contacted on my mobile phone number +353 86 25 96 887

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

Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The duration of the tour is 8 hours which includes photo stops, visits, and travel to and from the various attractions.