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Connemara, Cong & Kylemore Abbey Tour from Galway

4.8(1,152)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1152 reviews8 hFree cancellationBy Galway Tour Company
Connemara, Cong & Kylemore Abbey Tour from Galway

About this activity

Departing from Galway at 10:00 AM, you begin your fully guided tour of Connemara & Cong at our first photo stop near the scenic Inagh Valley. Our main stop is the enchanting Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Gardens. The admission fee for Kylemore Abbey is charged separately at the discounted price of €14 per person (tickets are purchased in cash from your driver). Admission includes entrance to the Abbey, the shuttle bus to the walled gardens and entry to the Neo Gothic Church. There is also a restaurant where you can purchase a hearty lunch and a gift shop for souvenirs. After this visit you explore the wilder Connemara regions visiting Killary Fjord and experience the stark beauty of the valleys of Connemara through the hidden Lough Nafooey route. Arriving in Cong village, you will enjoy a 45-minute break to inspect the ruins of the Old Abbey and take a walk in Cong Woods, wander the streets made famous by the Quiet Man movie before returning to Galway by approximately 18:00

What's included

  • ✓Professional Local Driver/Guide ( English only )
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
  • ✓Live commentary on board

Not included

  • ✕Food and drinks
  • ✕Kylemore Abbey entrance fee (optional, payable to the driver)
  • ✕Gratuities
  • ✕Pickup from all locations ( except main departure point )

Meeting and pickup

  • Please check in at our office by 9:40–9:45 AM at the latest. Allow extra travel time, as traffic in Galway City can be heavy, especially during peak hours. Public paid parking is available on Merchants Road.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Public car park near ( Q-Park Eyre Square , Q-Park Hynes Yard)
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Seats are not assigned
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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