Kylemore Abbey & Connemara
Tour the world-famous Kylemore Abbey and Gardens, drive the scenic Sky Road, and visit the charming town of Clifden in the heart of Connemara.
West of Ireland Tour
A week exploring the wild beauty of Counties Mayo and Galway — from The Quiet Man country and Kylemore Abbey to the Aran Islands, Galway City, and the Cliffs of Moher.
- Group size20 – 40 guests
- Duration8 Days / 7 Nights
- From$3,100
About this tour
A week exploring the wild beauty of Counties Mayo and Galway — from The Quiet Man country and Kylemore Abbey to the Aran Islands.
Come to Ireland and discover new places in undiscovered, uncrowded, safe, unspoiled Counties Mayo and Galway. We invite you, your family, and friends to join us on this once-in-a-lifetime West of Ireland group tour experience, enjoying the warmth and Céad Míle Fáilte (100,000 Welcomes) that the West of Ireland people are renowned for throughout the world.
The land package includes four-star hotel accommodation, daily unlimited gourmet breakfast buffet, three dinners, spa and pool use, and five escorted day trip excursion tours with Irish traditional and ballad music entertainment.
What's included
Tour highlights
The Quiet Man Country
Walk in the footsteps of John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara in Cong Village and Ashford Castle, where the 1951 classic film was shot.
Aran Islands & Dún Aonghasa
Sail to Inis Mór and visit Dún Aonghasa, a prehistoric stone fort built c. 1100 BC perched on cliffs above the Atlantic Ocean.
Galway City
Walk the cobblestone streets and lanes of The Claddagh, The Latin Quarter, Eyre Square, and Shop Street in this vibrant university city on Galway Bay.
Cliffs of Moher & Bunratty Castle
Experience the dramatic Cliffs of Moher and tour the medieval Bunratty Castle and Folk Park on your final touring day.
Day by day
Your itinerary
- 1Day 1
Welcome to Ireland!
Arrive at Shannon Airport and visit Bunratty Castle and Folk Park before travelling through scenic Clare and Galway. Check in and enjoy a welcome reception and dinner with Irish traditional music entertainment.
- 2Day 2
A Quiet Man Day
Explore The Quiet Man country in Cong Village and Ashford Castle, walking in the footsteps of John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara where they filmed the 1951 classic.
- 3Day 3
A Connemara Day
Explore the beautiful Connemara countryside, tour Kylemore Abbey and Gardens, drive the coastal Sky Road, and visit the charming town of Clifden. Irish genealogy talk in the evening.
- 4Day 4
A Galway Day
Walking tour of Galway City exploring the cobblestone streets of The Claddagh, The Latin Quarter, Eyre Square, Shop Street, the Cathedral, and the National University neighbourhoods.
- 5Day 5
An Aran Island Day
Travel by boat to Inis Mór, the largest of the Aran Islands, and visit Dún Aonghasa, a prehistoric stone fort overlooking the Atlantic. Tour the island for the day.
- 6Day 6
A Free Day
Leisure day to enjoy the food, music, and craic of Galway City, with options for a day trip to Dublin, spa time, or exploring at your own pace.
- 7Day 7
A Mystery Day
Check out and travel back to Shannon with mystery stops along the way, including the Cliffs of Moher. Group dinner at the Shannon Airport hotel.
- 8Day 8
Departure Day
Departure for most from Shannon Airport to return home.
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