Julia is truly one of the best tour guides we have ever come across. She has a rare gift for storytelling that pulls you in, wraps the whole day together, and brings Ireland’s history to life in a way that is both fascinating and deeply moving. She shared stories that were rich, honest, sometimes heartbreaking, and always full of humanity. Her warmth and openness made the experience feel personal, not just informative. She spoke about her life in Ireland and her family history with such generosity that it felt like we were spending the day with a friend, not a guide. She even captivated the usually bored teen in our group, which tells you everything about her talent and presence. Julia’s openness, kindness, and deep knowledge made the experience feel special from start to finish. She’s a remarkable guide and an even more remarkable person.
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Private tour in Galway Julia C
Connemara & Cong Tour with Kylemore Abbey
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Welcome to Ireland and my Profile! I am so excited to show you My Ireland. I am a native of Galway in the west of Ireland and am the youngest in a family of eleven. Mine was a traditional Irish upbringing full of stories and legends of Ireland My father Stephen was a keen deep sea diver and as a girl I travelled the length and breadth of Ireland from Donegal to Waterford with my father and The Galway Sub Aqua Club, it is here that my passion for Ireland began. As a local guide (Fáilte Ireland acredited, fully licenced & insured) I would love to show you, your friends & family around my beautiful country. I worked in hotel management for many years and while I loved my job it was here that I realised that my passion is for people! I have amazing people, listening and communication skills, and I am dedicated to ensuring a really excellent travel experience for all who visit the Emerald Isle. I am passionate about tourism and travel and can't wait to show you my Ireland. When you choose my tour you will be experiencing Ireland in a personal way with an Irish native and with one of the best local& private tour guides in Ireland. I pride myself on designing a tour of our island that is tailor made just for you. We will travel to all the main attractions of Ireland while also showing you some hidden gems that are a little off the beaten track. I offer private, tailor made guided tours covering the entire country, but specialize in tours of the west of Ireland, the Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands, Connemara and the coastal route taking in the Wild Atlantic Way. All tours are built around clients requirements, from single day tours or multi day tours if required. We also offer Transfer Tours to Cork including the Blarney Stone, Cobh, Kinsale and the Jameson experience in Midleton. Transfer Tours of the Ring of Kerry or the picturesque Dingle peninsula can also be arranged for you. Over 20 years experience in the Irish Tourism Industry Area Knowledge Failte Ireland Accredited Local Expert Tourism Award Qualified SPSV Driver Clean, comfortable and climate controlled vehicles Licensed and insured for all cars and MPVS None
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Discover majestic landscape and explore ancient lands
Overview of your Galway tour
Discover stunning landscape and explore ancient lands in a luxury vehicle. Cong is home to a 12th century Abbey, exile of the last High King of Irelan, Rory O' Connor. Walk through Cong woods to the Monks fishing cottage on the edge of Lough Corrib. Did you know that Cong is also the location of The Quiet Man movie starring John Wayne and Maureen O Hara? Discover the breathtaking landscape of Connemara and the majestic Killary Fjord. Visit Ireland's most romantic building, Kylemore Abbey, from the late 19th century, home of the Benedictine Order of Nuns in Ireland. Optional visit to the Abbey, Neo-Gothic Church, Mausoleum and Victorian Walled Garden. No visit to Kylemore would be complete without a visit to the Ironing Stone, a magical giant's wishing stone located on the Eastern avenue. Return to Galway via the Inagh Valley, Oughterard and Moycullen.
Recent Reviews
Our guide Julia C. was extremely knowledgeable (like an encyclopedia) about the region and its rich history through amazing wit and wisdom. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with her!
Our group of 5 spent two days touring with Julia. Connemara plus the Cliffs. Both tours were excellent and Julia is a fantastic guide. We highly recommend Julia.
Despite a rainy day, we were consumed with Julia's knowledge of history and regional folklore. Her personal family archives and their association to the Galway area over the years was fascinating. She is well-connected with the golfing community and hotels, but I suppose it's her tenacity that gets things done!
This was such a special day. Ireland is a beautiful country and our guide,Julia, made it even more special. She was fun and made learning about Ireland even more fun. Highly recommend Julia for tours in Ireland. You will be lucky☘️ if you get her!
Julia was an incredibly good guide on our tour through Connemara. She customized the tour to our specific needs, taking us to places that we would otherwise have never seen. She is extremely knowledgeable of Irish history, making the trip very enjoyable. I would highly recommend her as a guide in Galway.
Your Galway tour itinerary
- Pick up at 09:30am from accommodation - Travel on to Cong Village (movie location of The Quiet Man) with time to walk through Cong woods - Enter the magical hidden valley of Lough Nafooey (glacial lake) toward the Altanic Ocean to the majestic Killary Fjord - Set off for beautiful Mountainous region of Connemara with frequent photostops - Stop for 2 hours at the romantic Kylemore Abbey - Travel back to Galway via the Inagh Valley, Oughterard and Moycullen. - Return to Galway City at 5. 30pm Pease contact me for a customised tour
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Crossover
I will drive the tour myself in a Luxury Climate Controlled, top of the range Land Rover Discovery 7 seater with leather seats. PLEASE NOTE: This tour is priced for 3 passengers. There is a €75 per person charge thereafter.
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