Ireland · CONNEMARA COUNTRYSIDE TRIPS
North-west of Galway the land empties out into bog, the Twelve Bens and a Victorian abbey on a lake. These 15 days differ on how far west they push and whether Kylemore entry is in the price.
Full-day guided trip from Galway to Kylemore Abbey, Connemara valleys, Killary Harbour, Lough Nafooey lore, and Cong village.
“This was a beautiful day! Mike was a fantastic guide and we had a great time!”
Galway to Connemara in one day, with hotel pick-up, scenic stops, and included admission to Kylemore Abbey and the Victorian Walled Garden.
“Arrive on time. Driver will drop you on the main route if near your hotel or a place you want to get off”
Full-day bus tour from Galway to Connemara and Kylemore Abbey with fjord views, village stops, and included entry to the gardens.
“The bus driver was totally AMAZING!!! Forgot his name but it started with a M i believe. Very knowledgeable and by the way a Great singer!! All your staff was truly outstanding!! Thanks for the best day EVER!!! Scott C USA”
Full-day coach tour from Galway to Connemara with Wild Atlantic Way stops and 3 hours in Connemara National Park or Kylemore Abbey.
“Beautiful tour from Galway to Connemara on a midsize coach (seats ~42 people), this tour was inexpensive and allowed a full day of fun and beautiful site seeing. We stopped in Clifden for a quick break (super cute town), and got gorgeous mountain, coast, forest, farm views and a 3 hour stop in Connemara National Park. Our tour guide was a great driver, provided helpful commentary, and was understanding of our needs with small kids (we took a 4 and 6 year old, and two Senior Citizens on this tour). The roads were narrow, winding and bumpy, sit in the front of the coach to avoid sickness. Our 4 year…”
A 12-hour Dublin day trip to Connemara and Galway, with Glengowla farm and silver mines, big scenery stops, and free time in Galway.
“This activity was on Paddywagon Tours. They did not have our names on their passenger list for this tour. We were kicked off this tour and they were working to try to get us onto another tour. We waited another hour and they were finally able to get us onto another tour.”
From Galway, explore Connemara by bus, choose the national park or Kylemore Abbey, and soak up Atlantic views and Clifden charm.
“Our tour guide is really nice, he introduced all the way and care about everyone. He is funny and gentle, I really recommend him as a best tour guide.”
Small-group Galway day trip to Cliffs of Moher by boat, Inis Oirr island time, plus Connemara and Gaeltacht views.
“This was a great tour and experience. Was great to get to see the cliffs from the sea! Our guide Shawn was great. He was very knowledgeable and gave us a lot of insight into the country and this area. There are lots of options for tours and I’m so glad we went with the one going to rhe Aran Islands. YOU MUST go the horse drawn carriage ride on Ishineer island. They are given by locals who love on the island and the experience of learning from the locals is so important! Highly recommend for couples, families or even solo travelers.”
Guided Connemara day trip from Galway with a focused hike up Diamond Hill, plus Leenane, Killary Fjord views, and time to breathe.
“Fantastic tour to Connemara National Park with great stories and historic explanation by our guide and driver John. He shared a lot of fun sories as well and stopped an several scenery places allowing us to take photos. We were lucky with the weather today.”
Full-day Galway to Connemara via Wild Atlantic Way, with photo stops, Clifden break, and a 3-hour choice of National Park or Kylemore Abbey.
“Mike was an AWESOME tour guide that really added a personal touch to the day trip and made the whole day super enjoyable! We loved all of the sights as saw and especially loved our pit stop to feed the sheep 🥹 so many beautiful stops along the way to Connemara NP and Kylemore Abbey was stunning - we loved learning more about the areas we visited! Would 100% recommend taking this tour, you won't be disappointed!”
Guided Connemara coastal kayaking from Clifden with wetsuits and safety gear, wildlife spotting, and scenic paddling to Bundouglas Beach.
“We forgot a towel and it was raining. The wetsuits kept you comfortable but a towel at the end would have been nice. The kayak itself was very enjoyable. Danny did a great job explaining everything before we started and stayed with the group without having to the reins too tight. Would highly recommend recommend.”
Guided Connemara day trip from Galway with scenic photo stops and a 3-hour break at Kylemore Abbey or Connemara National Park. From $60.49.
“The tour could have been an hour longer at Kylemore Abbey. We rushed through the gardens area. Otherwise we enjoyed very much.”
Galway to Connemara National Park day tour with coach comfort, fjord views at Killary Harbour, village stops, and 2 hours of self-paced hikes.
“Michael was a very nice and informative busdriver and touraine. Would recommend, even with bad weather. 5/5”
Small-group Connemara tour from Galway to Kylemore Abbey, Killary Fjord, and a hands-on sheepdog demo, with hotel pickup.
“We drove through wonderful quaint villages, saw the castle, the fjord, sheepdogs (and sheep and goats) and our driver michael was fantastic!”
Galway day tour to Inis Oirr, Cliffs of Moher, Connemara and the Burren, with ferry and cruise included in a small group.
“Our entire day was perfect! We had beautiful weather and a great tour guide and driver. The boat trip was amazing and although a bit rough, we felt safe and in good hands. The island excursion was also amazing and we loved every moment of it. Paul & Pat were really wonderful with keeping us informed and entertained and ensuring we arrived safely at our destinations. We would 100% recommend this tour adventure!”
Dublin to Connemara and Galway by coach, with Glengowla mines, Cong and The Quiet Man, plus 2 hours exploring Galway Bay.
“What a terrible experience from beginning to end. Mass confusion at Paddywagon pick-up point. Once on the bus we discovered we were with 1, 2, and 3-day travelers. It became obvious our driver, Alex, was not interested in the one-day Dublin to Galway to Dublin group. Very little, sometimes condescending commentary from Alex. No advice or maps from our "professional (not) guide" on what to see in Galway. Once in town the day-trippers were kicked-out at Eyre Square, and told "see you in 2.5 hours...I will be back with a bus to get you back to Dublin." At meeting time we all arrived as scheduled, and Alex seemed incredulous that…”
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