Small Group Kylemore Abbey, Sheepdog Demo & Connemara Tour

4.9 (227 reviews) 7 h 30 min Free cancellation

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Watch a trained sheepdog at work — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Sheepdog demonstration in the Connemara Mountains — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Connemara, Sheepdog Show and Kylemore Abbey Full Day Tour - Experience Best of the West of Ireland

Elevate your trip to Galway with our exclusive Connemara day tour, meticulously designed to immerse yourself in Irish culture and history.

Kylemore Abbey: Step into a Victorian fairy tale with a visit to one of Ireland's most romantic landmarks. Explore the stunning 19th-century castle and Benedictine monastery, nestled beneath the majestic Twelve Bens mountains.

The Sheepdog Show: A Living Tradition

Witness the magic of Ireland's rural heritage come to life with our captivating Sheepdog Show. It's more than a demonstration—it's a spectacle that tugs at your heartstrings. Led by Joe, a passionate farmer, this show transcends entertainment!

Experience Leenane Village, and many photo stops in Connemara along the way!

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At a glance

Duration: 7 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Lally Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–110 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pick-up (contact the operator directly at least 24 hours before the tour to request)
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Local Guide

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Maum

10 min

Pass through the stunning Maum Valley and take in the sights of the rolling mountains and valleys of the Connemara region

*Please note this time is approximate*
Connemara

Passing by

Travelling through the Connemara region, you will have a couple of photo stops to give you the opportunity to capture the beauty of the region. Traverse by mountains, lakes, rugged valleys, sheep and typical Irish landscapes in this relatively untouched part of Ireland.
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden

2 hours Admission included

Explore the abbey's elegant rooms and learn about its fascinating history—from its origins as a romantic castle to its transformation into a monastery by Benedictine nuns who fled Belgium during World War I. Our knowledgeable guides will share captivating stories of the people who lived here and the events that shaped this remarkable place.
Joyce Country Sheepdogs

1 h 10 min Admission included

Witness a traditional Sheep Dog Demonstration, a spectacle deeply rooted in our farming history. Experience the awesome bond between man and dog, as the sheepdogs follow every command from their shepherd.

You will also have the opportunity to interact with the sheep and the dogs; and learn more about this important aspect of Connemara culture.

*Admission fee included*

Please note this time is approximate

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We meet outside the HYDE Hotel, Forster Street, at 10.15am. Look out for the Lally Tours Team in their blue jackets!

End point

We meet outside the HYDE Hotel, Forster Street, at 10.15am. Look out for the Lally Tours Team in their blue jackets!

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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund