We had the absolute best time on this tour! Our guide Joe was so incredibly kind, knowledgeable, and accommodating! When we mentioned we hadn’t been able to get coffee or breakfast at our hotel, he immediately offered to take us to the most amazing place called Sullivan’s Country Grocer where we had delicious coffee and cinnamon rolls before heading on our way! We even asked him to stop there on our way back so we could pick up lunch! Our tour through Connemara was nothing short of breathtaking. We stopped at several scenic spots where Joe offered to take the most beautiful photos of us along the way. We saw a sheepdog demonstration at his suggestion and weren’t disappointed at all! We then toured Kylemore Abbey and its gardens with him. It was truly such a beautiful day and we are so grateful to have had him as our guide!
Private Half Day Tour To Connemara
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4–5 hours
- Price from
- $629 / person
- Location
- Galway, Ireland
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 30 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Connemara Chauffeurs
Description
Explore the stunning and rugged scenery of Connemara in a privately chauffeured vehicle and take in some of the most spectacular scenic views in Ireland. Heading west from Galway city, the villages of Connemara will stretch out before you like a colorful road map of communities and hidden gems just waiting to be explored, from the bogs and lakes of the Gaelic speaking South Connemara to the mountain vistas of North and West Connemara. However, as dramatic and breathtaking as the landscape may be, all travelers know that memories and encounters are what make a journey unique and Connemara Chauffeurs will help make your visit to Connemara one that you will never forget.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Group price
- $629 per group of up to 7
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Connemara
An unhurried drive on the roads less traveled where you will get to see the iconic stone walls, beautiful and rugged Maam Turk Mountains and charming Gaelic speaking villages.
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
Set in a dramatic landscape, Kylemore is an ideal destination for a day out. From its beginnings as a romantic gift in the 1860s to becoming home to the Benedictine Nuns in 1920, Kylemore is steeped in history and tales of tragedy, romance, engineering initiatives, model farms, royal visits, spirituality, and education. Experience the Victorian atmosphere of the restored rooms of the Abbey and neo-Gothic church. Explore the magical Victorian Walled Garden, nature trails and woodland walks. History talks and Garden tours throughout the summer. Dine-in Mitchells Cafe or the Garden Tea House or treat yourself to crepes and ice cream at our Express Cafe. Explore our magical Fairy Village and say hello to our Connemara Ponies and pet rare breed pigs. Shop for unique handcrafted gifts including chocolate, pottery, and beauty products handmade on site.
Sky Road
Justifiably famous for the views it affords, the Sky Road route takes you us among the hills overlooking Clifden Bay and its offshore islands, Inishturk and Turbot. This is a good vantage point to photograph the town of Clifden, with its two spires and perfect Twelve Bens backdrop.
Connemara
A scenic drive back to Galway via South Connemara taking in the beautiful coastal drive passing through Inverin, Spiddal, and Barna. A stop at Standúns which is a unique family-run store that specializes in Irish gifts and fashion can also be done should you wish.
What's included
Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Pickup Locations & Times
As a private guest, you can expect to be collected from wherever you wish and at a time that best suits you. After booking please contact us and inform us of your desired collection/starting point.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
30 reviews
How it compares in Galway
- Rated higher than 75% of 88 reviewed tours in Galway
Excurgo comparison of 296 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Half Day Tour To Connemara take?
Private Half Day Tour To Connemara lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Private Half Day Tour To Connemara cost?
Prices start at $629 per person for this Galway experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Half Day Tour To Connemara run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Private Half Day Tour To Connemara for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. As a private guest, you can expect to be collected from wherever you wish and at a time that best suits you. After booking please contact us and inform us of your desired collection/starting point. Pickup points include Salthill Hotel, Shannon Airport.
What languages is Private Half Day Tour To Connemara offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Half Day Tour To Connemara worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 30 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Connemara Chauffeurs.
Reviews(30)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
C
This tour was our favorite day of our trip!
S
The Best day and guide!
D.C., our tour guide, was absolutely the best! We had a spectacular day and learned so much about the history of Ireland and enjoyed special stops along the way to the Kylemore Abbey, where we enjoyed lunch and a walking tour at our pace of the grounds and castle. Not only was our tour and tour guide perfect, so was the weather, which made the experience even better. We cannot thank D.C. enough for his attention, caring attitude, and graciousness the entire day. He made the tour personal, with special touches that made us feel like real VIPs.. even stopping to let us feed the local lambs! Thank you viator and DC! We highly recommend this company and tour guide.
B
Simply amazing!! There...
Simply amazing!! There was so much that we were able to see during the tour of Connemara. My family enjoyed each stop and learning so much of the history of the area. Christian was an excellent tour guide and I would recommend this tour.
C
Great tour of Connemara from Galway
This tour of Connemara from Galway was great. Sean was very easy to communicate with and coordinate things. Our driver Christian was great! Very informative about Irish history and shared very interesting information on the tour. He was super friendly and gave us a great tour of the region, putting together a perfect itinerary for what we were looking for. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a Connemara tour from Galway.
S
Do Not Miss This!
We cannot recommend this experience highly enough. Our guide Joe made the day particularly special with his incredible knowledge of the area and its history as well as his delightful storytelling gifts. En route we extended from a half day to full day tour because it was so amazing. It was worth every penny and more!!
G
Galway Gold
This was a private, guided tour, don’t was a bit more, but it basically averaged out in a pp basis. And it was worth it. Our guide, DC, was accommodating and smart as anyone I’ve ever met in any field. He has a gift for relating information in an accessible way and he relates to children and adults equally well. Ourvteo-year-old son loved him. His own life story is worth hearing, too.
R
Hugo’s wonderful tour
Our driver Hugo did. Wonderful job of taking us to most scenic spots He had vast knowledge and provided great insight & information, highly recommend his tour guide
J
Austin made our day a great one
We had such a great day with Austin exploring Connemara and Kylemore Abbey. Austin was a true pleasure who all six of us enjoyed. He was engaged, had great humor, gave us great history. He took time to be with us during the Kylemore tour and took a few of us to see the gardens and Church. He easily became part of our group, joining us for lunch and joining in our family banter! We felt extremely well cared for and attended to and would highly recommend.
D
Fantastic
It was fantastic to see the countryside in the comfort of private van. We stopped at several locations and picture taking was great. Only downside was the driver, although professional was too quiet(only talked about views if we asked) and his primary language was Romanian, therefore there was miscommunication. We wanted to be back to cruise port by 4 pm, boat was leaving at 6 pm. At 4:15, we asked how close we were to the port and we were still an hour out. He thought we wanted to be back at 6 PM. We had a very quick ride back, and did make it at 5:15. It would have added some authenticity to the day if he was Irish, but overall so glad we did it.
C
Our day was wonderful....
Our day was wonderful. Fergus was a very enjoyable guide. He showed us so many interesting and beautiful places. Thank you
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