Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway
Overview
This guided day trip from Galway takes in the highlights of Galway Bay and wild and rugged Connemara along the new Wild Atlantic Way route. You will see thatched cottages, dry stone walls, mountains, woodlands, rivers, streams, lakes, Connemara ponies, amazing beaches, deserted islands, wilderness bog landscapes and experience the tranquility and isolation of Connemara.
Visit the magic of Kylemore Abbey and its romantic Victorian gardens (admission not included). Then it’s back on the coach
for a weaving drive through the desolate Inagh Valley, between the majestic Maumturk and Twelve Bens mountains. Finish your tour with stops to see the legendary Connemara Giant and Quiet Man Bridge before returning to Galway City.
What's Included
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Driver/guide
Meeting Location
Merchants Road
Eyre Square, Galway, H91 F2KT, Ireland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Galway (pass by)
Screebe Waterfall
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Pine Island Viewpoint
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Clifden
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sky Road
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Connemara National Park & Visitor Centre
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Lough Inagh
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Connemara Giant
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Galway (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children under 4 years are still free, but will have to sit on an adult's lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-11121P32
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Live commentary on board.
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan.
- Driver/guide.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Driver/guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children under 4 years are still free, but will have to sit on an adult's lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
