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Castles of Connemara tour departing Galway city. Guided. Full day
Galway,
Ireland
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Overview
Duration
9h
Languages
English
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
Hop on board this fascinating day tour as we explore the famous Castles of Connemara and travel west into this scenic region, 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 and onto see the famous ‘Quiet Man ‘ bridge.
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 (and weather permitting) we drive scenic Sky Road, viewing Clifden Castle, a ruined manor house, built in 1812 in the Gothic Revival style.
After our day of exploring we return to Galway City.
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Important info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. Service animals allowed. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. Do you or any of your party suffer from food allergies? If yes, please inform your guide before departing on this tour.
What's included
Entrance into Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Gardens.. Guided tour of Connemara in minivan.. Entrance into Aughnanure Castle.
What's not included
Gratuities. Lunch
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Ireland Wild Escapes
Meeting Point
Please wait on the steps of Galway Cathedral facing the river/bridge and the driver guide will collect you from there.
The vehicle will have a sign in the window for 'Castles of Connemara' tour.