From Galway: Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour

Explore the wild beauty of the west of Ireland on a tour of Connemara, Cong, and Kylemore Abbey from Galway.

Duration: 8 hours
Price: from €40.00 per person
Rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 2,292 reviews on GetYourGuide
Languages: English
Operator: Galway Tour Company

Highlights

• Be astonished by the wild beauty of the Inagh Valley and Killary Harbour
• Marvel at the beauty of Kylemore Abbey and discover its tragic history
• See Lough Nafooey, the most haunted lake in Ireland, with its own lake monster
• Explore the village of Cong and the mystical woods on the shore of Lough Corrib
• Visit Cong Abbey, an Augustinian Abbey dating back to the early 12th century

What to expect

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 (up to 2 hour stop). 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 cafe and restaurant where you can purchase a hearty lunch or some homemade goodies! After the visit to the Abbey, you explore the wilder Connemara region visiting Killary Fjord and experiencing 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 where you can 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

• Driver/guide
• Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned coach

Not included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Kylemore Abbey entrance fee (optional, payable to the driver €14.00 per person)
• Lunch
• Gratuities

Meeting point

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.

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FAQs

How long is the From Galway: Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour?

8 hours.

How much does the From Galway: Connemara and Cong Full-Day Tour cost?

From €40.00 per person on GetYourGuide. Check the widget above for live prices on your date.

Can I cancel?

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Where does it start?

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.

What’s included?

Driver/guide; Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned coach.

Explore the wild beauty of the west of Ireland on a tour of Connemara, Cong, and Kylemore Abbey from Galway.