Day Trips from Galway to Westport

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Explore Ireland beyond Galway with a full-day private tour through Connemara. Get picked up at the address of your choice in Galway, in a vehicle suitable for up to eight people, and set out on an itinerary to see the best of Connemara. Check out top landmarks including Kylemore Abbey, Aughnanure Castle, and Sky Road along the Wild Atlantic Way. Itineraries can be personalized according to your interests.

Relax in this lap of luxury as you explore Connemara and the Wild Atlantic Way in your own time, in your own way. The tour is for those who want a full cultural experience of the area while taking in the stunning views of The Twelve Bens Mountains, Lough Inagh, the villages of Oughterard, Rosmuc and Spiddal, The Maumturk Mountains, Killary Fjord and working Connemara farmstead.

Your professional driver guide will drive through the majestic Maumturk mountains by Lough Nafooey, through Letterfrack village into Clifden town for lunch. You will enjoy a stop at Joe Joyce sheep dog demonstration, Kylemore Abbey, Killary Harbour for a photo and a hike in Connemara National Park if requested. Listen to the history and culture of the Connemara region from our educated and witty driver guide who will take you back in time to the early 1900's in Ireland. By the time your group arrive back in Galway city feeling excited and satisfied after a great day tour in Connemara, you will feel the urge to tell your family and friends about our very popular tour.

Discover stunning landscape and explore ancient lands in a luxury vehicle. Cong is home to a 12th century Abbey, exile of the last High King of Irelan, Rory O' Connor. Walk through Cong woods to the Monks fishing cottage on the edge of Lough Corrib. Did you know that Cong is also the location of The Quiet Man movie starring John Wayne and Maureen O Hara? Discover the breathtaking landscape of Connemara and the majestic Killary Fjord. Visit Ireland's most romantic building, Kylemore Abbey, from the late 19th century, home of the Benedictine Order of Nuns in Ireland. Optional visit to the Abbey, Neo-Gothic Church, Mausoleum and Victorian Walled Garden. No visit to Kylemore would be complete without a visit to the Ironing Stone, a magical giant's wishing stone located on the Eastern avenue. Return to Galway via the Inagh Valley, Oughterard and Moycullen.

When you choose to tour around Connemara, in comfort and style, Galway West Chauffeurs is the name to pick. Galway West Chauffeurs are fully insured and licensed, and we utilize only Fáilte Ireland Qualified Tour Guides this ensures you get value for money and a driver who knows what he or she is talking about. We can travel where the big companies can't go and therefore can offer tailored tours that suit your desires. Contact us today to discuss your transfer or tour requirements.

Delve into the rugged wilderness of Connemara, an Irish county thronged with historic monuments and natural splendor, on a full-day tour from Galway City. Gaze at the tranquil surfaces of Lough Carrib and Loch NaFooey and discover the elaborate walled gardens of Kylemore Abbey. Enjoy a pleasant balance of guided tours and independent exploration during this enriching excursion.

Maximize time in the west of Ireland with a private tour of the Wild Atlantic Way departing from Galway. Get picked up at the address of your choice in Galway and set out on a private, full-day tour to see top landmarks including the Cliffs of Moher. Customize the tour according to your interests or choose between two tour routes that include historic sites, natural landmarks, and charming villages.

Discover top Connemara attractions without having to drive through the distracting landscape on a handy day trip from Galway. Your guide sheds light on the region’s rich heritage and spectacular natural scenery along the way. Admire views over the Twelve Pins mountains and enjoy free time in Leenane Village. Check out Killary Fjord and Kylemore Abbey, and stop in the Irish-speaking village of Spiddal, before returning to Galway.

Explore beyond the city of Galway with a full-day tour to Connemara National Park. Board a coach and set out on a scenic tour into the Irish countryside that includes popular landmarks like Killary Harbor and the charming village of Spiddal. Explore the hiking trails of Connemara National Park independently and at your own pace. Learn about local culture, music, history, and language during the drive.

Book this hassle-free small-group tour to see some of the best of West Ireland, where all your transport, guides, and logistics are all taken care of for you. You have several activities in this tour, including a trip to Aughnanure Castle, spending time in Connemara and its surrounding villages, and a chance to watch a sheepdog demonstration.