Aran Islands & Connemara
"…where life is perhaps the most primitive that is left in Europe ... I have seen nothing so desolate.” J. M. Synge BOOK HERE
Why pick this tour?
Explore the unspoilt landscape of Connemara, from the Twelve Bens mountains to the dramatic Atlantic coastline, Sky Road, coral beaches, tiny harbours and cosy villages.
Immerse yourself in traditional Irish ways by stepping into the past while visiting Aran Islands – where Irish is still the spoken language.
Picnic on the shores of the only fjord in Ireland and admire the views of Connemara.
Meet the mussel and oyster farmers, hop into a boat with them and find out the ins & outs of sea farming.
Fall in love with gothic Kylemore Abbey, set between Doughrough Mountain and Lough Pollacappul, and learn about it’s romantic and tragic history.
Cycle through a limestone landscape surrounded by miles and miles of stone walls, go for a dip in an isolated blue flag beach.
Hike to the spectacular wormhole – “Poll na bPeist” in Gaelic – a unique naturally carved rectangular shaped hole.
Explore the prehistoric stone fort of Dun Aonghasa, built on the edge of the cliffs, and visit mystical Seven Churches of Christian monastic times.
Meet and chat with locals, eat the freshest seafood in Kilronan Village and shop locally made Aran knitted jumpers, hats and blankets.
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