Connemara is an unique Gaelic speaking region of Ireland that preserves ancient elements of Irish culture. The landscape is rugged, dominated by beautiful lakes, bogs and mountains. A landscape that Oscar Wilde was described as a "savage beauty". Expect stunning vistas of both land and sea on this full day private tour. Highlights include a sheep farm visit with working dogs, the Gaelic Irish tower house of Aughnanure Castle; and a visit to the Gothic Mansion at Kylemore Abbey.
Galway Hotel or Ceannt Station Galway
- Pick up available from your hotel or Galway City train station
Visit Aughnanure Castle and learn of exploits of the ferocious O'Flaherty clan who ruled this region until 17th century.
Visit to the Benedictine Sisters at Kylemore Abbey and walk the beautiful Victorian Gardens. Learn of the love story attached to this beautiful gothic mansion.
Drive through beautiful Joyce Country and visit a working sheep farm deep in the Maumturk Mountains with stunning views of Lough na Fooey.
Galway City
Professional guiding services
Transportation with a Mercedes-Benz sedan with AC, fuel, toll, parking
Courtesy bottle of water
Entrance fee to attractions
Lunch and snacks
Tour departs rain or shine
Please bring comfortable footwear and rain gear
Sheepdog demonstration is closed on Sunday
No sheep farm visit on Sunday, another activity can be arranged
There is an option to swap an activity for a hike in the Connemara National Park, allow 2 hours.
In all cases, please wear appropriate footwear and a rain jacket
I can cover weekends as part of an extended tour. I am an accredited tour guide.