Des circuits organisés en bus partent de
Galway pour le tour du
Connemara, je pense qu'on peut s'en inspirer.
9:30am
We then take the very scenic road from
Galway towards Oughterard, the gateway to
Connemara and passing through quaint villages on the way with views unmatched anywhere else in
Ireland.
Connemara is unique in the fact that it has no official boundaries to let you know that you are in
Connemara. You just know you're there! Not far into our journey you will get to stop at the famous bridge that was used in the Quiet Man film with John Wayne. Take a picture with your guide as they all think they are John Wayne!
11.15am
We will stop at Maam Cross where you will see for the first time one of numerous lakes that makes
Connemara so famous. This is a Gaeltacht region where the locals speak Irish so you may have to learn a few words on your journey if you want a cup of tea! Not all of
Connemara is a Gaeltacht region but some pockets keep Irish alive as their first language. It is a beautiful language and music to the ears. Someone said once that listening to Irish spoken was the most relaxing thing in the world. I would have to agree. While driving we will have the Maumturk Mountains to our right side before seeing the magnificent Glencoaghan horseshoe part of the Twelve Bens Mountain range, one of
Ireland's famous hiking routes. We will arrive in the lovely village of Recess where we will break for a short while.
12:00pm
We now make our way through the wonderful Inagh Valley, famous for the phone advertisement of losing reception. This is one of the most beautiful parts of
Connemara where we will stop to take in the breath-taking views with some photos. Our next stop is at
Kylemore Abbey (photo stop), one of the most distinct buildings in
Ireland. It was a female only boarding school for years but now is mainly used by nuns for retreat and for tourists to visit. It is nestled at the base of Druchruach Mountain on the northern shore of Lough Pollacappul and is regarded as one of the most romantic places in
Ireland. Originally built in 1867 as a romantic gift, the abbey is again steeped in history, including tragedy and Royal visits
12:30pm
After we depart from this majestic setting, we will make our way to 'Killary Fjord',
Ireland's only fjord. Marvel at all the mussel beds in the fjord as you look at Mweelrea, the highest mountain on the west coast of
Ireland. You will not be disappointed with this natural wonder of the world. From there we will take you to Killary Sheep farm, a traditional working mountain farm with approx 200 loo ewes and lambs roaming freely in the mountain overlooking Killary Fjord. On the farm Tom Nee (the farmer) run mainly blackhead horny sheep which are most suited to survive on the mountains during the harsh winters. At Killary Sheep Farm visitors can view the farmer giving a skilled sheepdog demonstration and he will also show you the 'nack' of turf cutting.
2:00pm
We will hop on the bus again for our trip to the little village of Leenane where the enigmatic movie "The Field" was filmed. This story of The Bull McCabe really instils in you how land is in every Irish person's mindset. We will be driving in a circular route that will take in a picture stop of the Sheefry Hills before making our way back to Maum and then onto
Galway City.
4:30pm
Spend an hour walking & sightseeing around
Galway city before departing back for
Dublin. Visit the main shopping district. Walk down to the busy harbour and see the Spanish Arch.
Galway is a bohemian and happy city with a very young population. Home to the Claddagh Ring and 14 families, there is amazing history in this city. This was the last place Christopher Columbus visited before making his way over to the West Indies
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