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Discover the back roads and historic landmarks of County Galway during this self-guided tour of the haunted Bog Road. Begin your haunted adventure in the town of Clifden at the Tourist Information Centre and set out in your own vehicle to see spooky landmarks and scenic landscapes. Explore at your own pace and stop for photographs along the journey.

In the early dawn, set out to track the Wild Red Deer with your guide in its natural habitat of scenic mountains, bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands in Connemara. You will attempt to catch sighting of this majestic wild animal in its natural habitat. A spectacular way to capture the Connemara landscape on camera too! The most exciting time of year for deer watching is early to mid-October when the red deer start their courting actions, during the short period of time known as the ‘rut’. Hormonally charged males put on an impressive show as they fight to build their harem of females. You might hear them barking or clashing antlers amongst the trees. This experience includes a walk in the Connemara National Park to view the deer there and can also include following your guide by car to drive through this wilderness area tracking the deer. Learn from your professional guide about the unique fauna and flora as well as the history and ecology of the area.

Travel back in time to the early days of 1800s Clifden town, situated on the most westerly edge of Europe, during this 1.5-hour privately guided walking tour you will learn about of the tale of two graveyards, two opposing religions in Ireland at the time, the Catholics and the Protestants. With your knowledgeable guide, absorb the quiet atmosphere of the area as you discover headstones belonging to interesting Irish characters of the era. Hear about the fascinating history and heritage of the town and entertaining anecdotes surrounding the rebels, poets, authors, historic founding fathers of the town and local people laid to rest in the cemetery. Some tour highlights include: 1. Graves of the D'Arcy family, founders of Clifden, in Christ Church. 2. Different styles of Grave markers. 3.The large tombs and stones of the Catholic Merchant Class in St Marys 4. The Gable wall of the old 1820's church. 5. Possible Famine burials