Small Group Kylemore Abbey, Sheepdog Demo & Connemara Tour
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7 hours 30 minutes
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Connemara, Sheepdog Show and Kylemore Abbey Full Day Tour - Experience Best of the West of Ireland
Elevate your trip to Galway with our exclusive Connemara day tour, meticulously designed to immerse yourself in Irish culture and history.
Kylemore Abbey: Step into a Victorian fairy tale with a visit to one of Ireland's most romantic landmarks. Explore the stunning 19th-century castle and Benedictine monastery, nestled beneath the majestic Twelve Bens mountains.
The Sheepdog Show: A Living Tradition
Witness the magic of Ireland's rural heritage come to life with our captivating Sheepdog Show. It's more than a demonstration—it's a spectacle that tugs at your heartstrings. Led by Joe, a passionate farmer, this show transcends entertainment!
Experience Leenane Village, and many photo stops in Connemara along the way!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
What To Expect
Maum
Pass through the stunning Maum Valley and take in the sights of the rolling mountains and valleys of the Connemara region *Please note this time is approximate*
Connemara
Travelling through the Connemara region, you will have a couple of photo stops to give you the opportunity to capture the beauty of the region. Traverse by mountains, lakes, rugged valleys, sheep and typical Irish landscapes in this relatively untouched part of Ireland.
Options
Group Tour
What‘s Included
Hotel pick-up (contact the operator directly at least 24 hours before the tour to request)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Local Guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
147 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Visit for all ages
GandTNewJersey,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was a comfortable trip beautiful day learned a lot about Ireland and its history. Sheepdog demonstration was great but tour we took.
Connemara is a beautiful...
william t,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Connemara is a beautiful place and our driver offered nice commentary. Kylemore has an interesting history and can be heard by a staff member in the house. The sheepdog demo was excellent. Joe is the farm owner and he is a delight. The dogs are rockstars.
One of the best tours to take from Galway
Sharon W,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Torch’s was out driver and tour guide for this amazing experience and she was wonderful. This is an all day trip and is so worth it. Kylemore Abbey and the gardens was so beautiful, as was the drive through the mountains and fjord. But the highlight was the Joyce sheepdog farm with lambs and puppies. Then we stoped in Cong to see where the movie The Quiet Man took place. It’s a long day but I can’t recommend this tour enough. And definitely ask for Sorcha. She is a fabulous driver and wonderful tour guide. This tour was a highlight of our trip to Ireland!
Enjoyable day!
debbiebF468QJ,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our day with Michael our tour guide. He provided us with lots of history throughout the tour. We did find Kylemore Abbey very busy and difficult to move through all the visitors to see the displays. Although we had about 2 and a half hours we still didn’t feet that we were able to see all that was offered and to sit for a bit of lunch.
No matter the weather...
Ed B,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00No matter the weather when you leave Galway be sure to always pack your rain coats and proper waterproof footwear. I would also suggest taking some cleansing wipes as you may be handling muddy puppies and sweet baby lambs.
Unforgettable Experience
783cassidyf,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an incredible tour! My husband and I had an amazing time on our small group tour. The bus was comfortable and clean, and our guide Michael was sweet and knowledgeable. Everything was perfectly timed out, and we absolutely loved every minute of it. Thank you to Michael and the crew at Lally tours for helping to make our trip memorable!!
Amazing Experience
Joseph O,May 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Incredible experience for the family. Plenty of time to explore the whole grounds at Kylemore Abbey and the sheep dog experience was incredible. Joe Joyce was an amazing host and it was a pleasure seeing the relationship he has with his dogs.
Beautiful day trip. Very...
Mariane C,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful day trip. Very happy I picked this particular tour. Conveniently leaving from center city Galway (other sheepdog demonstration options didn’t leave from Galway). All stops were breathtaking.
Kylemore
Anne T,May 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Michael was a fun, informative guide. He drove safely and narrated facts and famous locations as we went. Enjoyed the trip.
Kylemore Abbey
Mary C,May 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome experience with knowledgeable guide. We learned a lot about the history of the region. The sheepdog demo was fun and interesting.
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