Private tour in Sligo Samuel B

Pricing Details
Base cost of tour
  • $ 651 USD

The Wild Atlantic Way, a full-day epic journey from Sligo

Tour #753679
Pricing Details
Base cost of tour

up to 5 people

8 hours

Private transportation

Party Size:

1

Overview of your Sligo tour:

Drive the Wild Atlantic Way, visit fairytale castles, and explore the rugged coastline of the West through ancient myth and legend told by your own Seanchaí a guardian of ancient lore. Hear the epic romantic legends and folklore of the west of Ireland that inspired so many of the greatest Novelists, poets and artists from William Butler Yeats to JRR Tolkien. Take in the spectacular views over Clew bay abode of pirates from the slopes of Ireland's sacred mountain Croagh Patrick. Marvel at the wild mountainscapes of Connemara. Hear stories of the tragedy of Doolough and the Irish famine and visit the national famine memorial. Explore the castle where the O'Flaherty Legend began at Aughnanure. Walk the winding streets and alleys of Galway city, capital of the west, home of the music and culture of Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way. Tour ends in Galway

Your Sligo tour itinerary

The Wild Atlantic Way tour has a duration of 8 hours Visit the quaint seaside town of Westport and St. Patrick's mountain, taking in views of the dramatic clew bay and it's hundreds of islands. Visit Kylemore abbey Ireland's most romantic building and the wilds of Connemara, stronghold of the mighty O'Flaherty clan . 8:00am - Depart Sligo town or hotel pickup. we head southwest (15min drive) towards the beautiful seaside town of Westport. 9:30am - Stop for an optional cup of coffee in Westport town before continuing west to Clew bay and Croagh Patrick for a short walk and stop at the national famine memorial. 11:30am - We continue south through the breathtaking landscapes of Doolough and North Connemara. 1:30pm - Lunch: Kylemore Abbey or Connemara national park. 2:30 - 3. 45pm - En route to Galway city we visit the imposing and remarkably well preserved 15th century castle and stronghold of the powerful O'Flaherty clan at Aughnanure 5-5. 30pm drive to Galway city Customization possible - message me!

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Transportation Details
Type: Private Transportation

Transportation is provided in comfortable Mercedes mini - van (2-6 people)* *For larger groups 6+ please give as much notice as possible and I can provide a quotation which includes the price details for the required vehicle (up to 25 people). (Vehicles are all modern comfortable and clean Mercedes or Ford)

What's included
  • Other: - Bottled water - Guiding and storytelling - Guided vehicle transfers - Admission to Aughnanure heritage site
  • Private Guide
  • Private Transportation
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses.
  • Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

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  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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Tour categories

Architecture

Nature Wildlife And Safaris

History

Day Trip

Languages
Basic

Spanish

Conversational

Swedish

Activity level
Light
Accessibility

Kid Friendly

Book with a 20% deposit!

Size:

up to 5 people

Duration:

8 hours

Transportation:

Private transportation

Party Size:

1

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$ 651 USD

Book with a 20% deposit!

Size:

up to 5 people

Duration:

8 hours

Transportation:

Private transportation

Party Size:

1

Select tour date
Select tour start time

View our Cancellation policy

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