Why choose this Galway tour ?
Welcome to Castles of Connemara Tour. On this tour we visit some of Connemara majestic castles. Aughnanure castle is the ancestor home of O’Flaherty Clan, and connections to Grace O’Malley. Our journey continues through the 12 Bens mountain range and unspoilt Connemara landscape. The next stop is Kylemore Abbey and Victoria Walled Gardens, were you can explore the beautiful grounds, as its nestled between mountain and lakes. You can take in the fabulous views of the scenic sky road on route to Clifden.
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What makes Private Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Castles tour from Galway a unique experience ?
The home fearsome O’Flaherty family, whose motto was ‘Fortune favours the strong’, ruled west Connacht for 300 years from this fine six-storey tower on the shores of Lough Corrib. O’Flahertys joined forces with the Mayo O’Malleys when Donal married Grace O’Malley, later known as Granuaile, the formidable pirate queen. The O’Malley motto, ‘Powerful by land and by sea,’ showed the awe in which that family, too, was held.
At Aughanure today you hear the past stories, and inspect the remains of a banqueting hall, a watch tower, an unusual double bawn and bastions and a dry harbour. Keep your eyes peeled for glimpses of the three species of bat that now live in the castle.
We stop The Quiet Man bridge from the movie of same name 1952 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by John Ford. It stars John Wayne, Maureen O’Hara, Barry Fitzgerald. we here the movies tales
Kylemore Abbey is a haven of history, beauty and serenity and is centre to Connemara Wild Atlantic Way. Home to a Benedictine order of Nuns for the past 100 years, Kylemore Abbey here we embrace the magic of the magnificent 1,000-acre estate. Colleen is a former student of this magical places. Castle was built in the late 1800s by Mitchell Henry MP, a wealthy businessman, for his wife. You can view the victoria walled gardens and enjoy so lovely freshly prepared food .
The Sky Road is one of the most popular places to visit in Galway and is the most popular of the many things to do in Clifden.
Ballynahinch has been intertwined in the history of Connemara and its people for centuries, from the recorded battle between the O’Flahertys and O’Malleys, in 1384, to the visit by all the Lord Mayors and Mayors of Ireland and some from overseas, to celebrate the Quincentennial year of Galway city receiving its charter.
Ballynahinch i.e. Baile na hlnse, means ‘household of the Island’, and refers to the O’Flaherty Castle built on an Island in the lake.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Transportation time is already included in the total duration of the tour.
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Private Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Castles tour from Galway Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Aughnanure castle – entrance fee into Aughnanure Castle
- Fully guided tour of Connemara
- Castles of Connemara (entrance fee into Kylemore Abbey)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Colleen Irish Travel.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Dublin.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
