Tour privato di un'intera giornata a Connemara, Kylemore Abbey e Doolough Valley da Galway
Descrizione
Se ami immergerti in uno splendido scenario e preferisci un tour privato personalizzato, allora vieni e unisciti a me per una gita di un giorno sulla magnifica costa occidentale dell'Irlanda. Lascia che sia un viaggio per riposare la mente e nutrire la tua anima. Se desideri migliorare la tua esperienza visiva durante il viaggio, c'è un'opzione per ascoltare l'inquietante musica irlandese contemporanea di Mícheál Ó Súilleabháin e molti altri. Sto guidando una Hyundai Kona Hybrid, con posti a sedere molto comodi per un massimo di tre persone. Posso fermarmi quando vuoi. Il Connemara è davvero uno dei luoghi più panoramici del pianeta. Con le sue bellissime spiagge e le cime selvagge delle montagne, ha ispirato artisti e scrittori per secoli. Guideremo fuori dai sentieri battuti per mostrarvi la vera natura di questa terra antica. Sarà un'esperienza indimenticabile che rimarrà con voi a lungo dopo aver lasciato le rive dell'isola di Smeraldo.
Opzioni del tour
Itinerario
Attraversiamo i villaggi di Moycullen, Oughterard, Maam Cross e Recess. La strada ci porta attraverso la pittoresca Inagh Valley, circondata dalle maestose Dodici Montagne Ben alla vostra sinistra e le Montagne Maumturk alla vostra destra. La nostra prossima destinazione è il fiordo di Killary, l'unico fiordo irlandese. Continuiamo il nostro viaggio verso l'altro lato del fiordo, verso il lago Doolough e il magnifico monte Mweelrea. Dalla Doolough Valley torniamo indietro per l'abbazia di Kylemore e il Victorian Walled Garden, uno dei luoghi più iconici del Connemara. Visitiamo quindi Kylemore Castle Estate e vediamo tutto ciò che ha da offrire. Pranzo al Mitchell's Cafe. Dopo un pranzo abbondante, ti rilasserai e godrai il viaggio verso Clifden e The Sky Road. Prendiamo la spettacolare penisola ad anello per raggiungere il punto più alto. Lì vedrai viste imbattibili su Connemara, sull'Oceano Atlantico e sulle isole. La costa frastagliata della contea di Mayo sarà a nord e la contea di Clare a sud. C'è ancora molto altro da vedere mentre scendiamo dalla Sky Road e arriviamo a Clifden, la città più occidentale dell'Irlanda. Da Clifden, seguiamo The Wild Atlantic Way fino a Dogs Bay con la sua luminosa spiaggia di sabbia bianca. In estate, ti sentirai libero di fare un tuffo rinfrescante nelle sue acque cristalline e goderti l'essere su una delle spiagge più belle del paese. Dopo la nostra pausa in spiaggia guidiamo attraverso il pittoresco Roundstone Village e arriviamo al Castello di Ballynahinch, situato in una tenuta privata di 700 acri di boschi, fiumi e passeggiate. Tra i molti proprietari precedenti, una volta fu acquistato da un indiano Maharaja Ranji, chiamato anche The Prince of Cricketers, nel 1924. Oggi il castello è di proprietà dello stato e opera come un hotel a 4 stelle. A Ballynahinch possiamo fare una breve passeggiata lungo il fiume, passeggiare per il piano terra del castello e goderci una pinta sulla terrazza che si affaccia sul fiume. Sulla via del ritorno a Galway possiamo fermarci a cena in uno dei pub lungo la strada, come desideri.
Punti salienti
Cosa è incluso
Luoghi e orari di ritiro
Verremo a prendervi da qualsiasi hotel o B&B nel raggio di 10 km dal centro di Galway. Se il tuo hotel o luogo di residenza si trova oltre un raggio di 10 km da Galway City, posso organizzare il prelievo a un costo aggiuntivo in base al tempo e alla distanza.
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Recensioni(22)
We spent two wonderful, unhurried days with Ulla exploring spectacular views, landscapes and architectural gems. Ulla is a very warm and welcoming gem of a person. We felt an immediate connection to her. Never rushed, always patient allowing us time to explore and take pictures. Honestly, this time with Ulla was the highlight of our 3 1/2 weeks in Ireland. A truly memorable two days. Our first day was spent in Connemara for a day of spectacular views and landscapes through Lough Nafooey, Killary Fjord and Sky Road. Learning about the Doolough Famine Tragedy while seeing the stunning views over the Doolough Valley. And exploring gems like Kylemore Abbey and Ballynahinch Castle and their lovely gardens. Our second day was spent in the Burren and the Cliffs of Moher. Exploring the ruins of the old Georgian mansion Tyrone House and the stunning Corcomroe Cistercian Abbey Ruins and Graveyard. Strolling the Killeenaran and Ballyvaughan Piers with a 30 minute stroll through the Carran Burren. Stops at the family owned Hazel Mountain Chocolate for some yummy chocolates and the wonderful gardens of the Burren Perfumery. Poulnabrone Dolmen, to see the remnants of the megalithic tomb surrounded by otherworldly karst limestone pavements. A drive along Ulla’s secret road for stunning views before heading to the Cliffs of Moher for a stroll and even more stunning views. Finished our day with a beautiful drive along the scenic Atlantic Coastal Road back to Galway City. We were very happy to have discovered Journeys with Ulla and would definitely travel with Ulla again.
We had a wonderful experience with Ulla as our travel guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the area and shared fascinating information that made each stop more meaningful. Ulla was also very adaptable and patient, adjusting plans when needed and ensuring everyone felt comfortable throughout the trip. What we appreciated most was that she truly listened to our interests and regularly asked for our input, making the experience feel personalized rather than scripted. She knew all the best places to visit and helped us make the most of our time. Her warm personality, flexibility, and expertise made our trip memorable. We highly recommend Ulla to anyone looking for an exceptional guide.
What a special tour. Ulla is friendly, knowledgable, amazing. We learned so much and saw so much and it was a perfect treat to be on our own timetable vs being tied to a tour bus. I can’t say enough about how great this was. I’ll tell anyone coming here to book with her.
Our time with Ulla was more than just a tour — it felt like a day spent with a friend who genuinely loves the land she’s showing you. From the moment we met her in Galway, we knew we were in good hands. She greeted us with a warm smile, a calm energy, and a genuine curiosity about who we were — not just where we were going. The route through Connemara was stunning: past the peaceful village Oughterard, then into the dramatic Inagh Valley. Ulla shared stories of the land — not as a script, but like someone passing down knowledge from her own experience. She pointed out little things we would’ve missed — like the beautiful views of Loch Na Fooey. Stopping at Killary Fjord was a peaceful moment. We had a short break in Leenaun for a cappuccino at a local cafe, and Ulla didn’t rush us — she made the whole day feel unhurried and comfortable. The most powerful moment came in the Doolough Valley, as Ulla told the story of the Doolough Tragedy from the famine years. Her voice softened, and she gave the space the weight it deserved. There was no need to say much afterward — the silence of the valley spoke for itself. Kylemore Abbey was the perfect contrast: full of beauty, peace, and history. We had plenty of time to walk the grounds and eat lunch. The story of the Henry family added unexpected depth — a place built in love, marked by loss, and left behind as a lasting legacy. From there, Ulla drove us through the changing landscape of County Mayo and back toward Galway, eventually stopping at the grounds of Ballynahinch Castle. More than anything, it was Ulla’s kindness that stood out. She never made the day feel rushed or overly “tour guide-y.” She gave us history, nature, and space to take it all in. It’s rare to meet someone who’s so naturally good at what they do. Thank you, Ulla, for a memorable day.
It's been a magical day. Ulla welcomed us in her ultra comfortable car and showed us hidden landscapes and places. We didn't want to see people, just landscapes. And we saw extraordinary places thanks to her. Ulla is a discreet and cultured woman, passionate about the excursions she organizes, it shows. We highly recommend this tour with her. It's worth it.
Thank you so much, dear Laurence and Juan! It was a joy to spend a day with you and to witness your appreciation for the surrounding beauty.
This tour is an absolute must! Ulla is absolutely spectacular. She is the kindest, most caring, most informative tour guide you’ll ever find! We spent nine hours with her! We saw so much! The views are spectacular. The sites unforgettable. Ulla takes you to the “off the beat and path” locations and you feel like a local! She really caters to what you are looking for. I really wanted to take a plunge into the Atlantic and we stopped at a beautiful beach and I took the plunge. It was wonderful. The Kylemore Abbey is part of this trip and it is breathtaking. You’ll really enjoy it. We can’t say enough great things about this tour and Ulla. We feel like we found a new friend for life!
Ulla is a wonderful human! You can’t help but smile when you’re around her. She took us to so many places that fit our interests. We will never forget our day!
Thank you Maryann and Becky! I will never forget our wonderful time together!
What a lovely adventure with a lovely guide. Ulla is so interesting, friendly, and passionate about Ireland, that our experience was amazing. She is just so much fun to travel with and nothing was too much for her to make sure our day was memorable.
Ulla was our guide and she was terrific. Had tons of information and was fun We loved visiting the Connemara as it is beautiful, the Kylemoor Abbey was terrific as we toured the House, the Abbey and then the restaurant/bar and enjoyed a beverage in the bar area. Beautiful. People were fantastic; grounds are beautiful and you have to tour the gardens as they are set up in sections and amazing. Wished we would have had more time as our guide was willing to show us more but we had another commitment Definately recommend this tour
Had a lovely day. Our guide Ulla was insightful and a delight. The landscape was beautiful and breathtaking.
