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Galway Bay & Connemara
Located on the rugged western coast, the picturesque city of Galway is one of Irelands oldest cities and has changed considerably over the years. Featuring a fascinating mix of new and ancient architecture, this cultural city has a buzzing cosmopolitan city centre that is a delight to explore with its labyrinth of old cobbled streets and ‘olde-worlde’ atmosphere. As well as being a popular seaside destination with beautiful beaches and a long promenade, it is also the gateway to Connemara, a wild and dramatic region that is regarded as the real emerald of Ireland.
GALWAY BAY HOTEL
An award winning four star hotel situated overlooking Galway Bay on the Salthills promenade, a five minute drive from Galway city centre. Facilities include the Lobster Pot Restaurant, Harvest Café, the An Scadan Caoc Bar and the Sea View Lounge, plus a 15 metre swimming pool and fully equipped gym. All bedrooms feature satellite TV, complimentary internet access, trouser press, hairdryer, iron and board, plus tea/coffee tray. Lift to all floors.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS TRAVEL PACKAGE
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Accommodation with dinner and breakfast
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Admission to Kylemore Abbey
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Admission to the Cliffs of Moher
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Excursions as described in the tour itinerary
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Return Holyhead to Dublin ferry crossings
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Return coach travel from your local pick up point
Day One
We travel to Holyhead for our Irish Sea crossing to Dublin, then continue our journey to the Galway Bay Hotel where we stay for the next 4 nights.
DDay Two
A full day at leisure to explore the bustling harbour city of Galway, one of Ireland's oldest cities with a lively and inviting atmosphere plus many historical relics such as the Spanish Arch and medieval walls. Perhaps browse the shops and enjoy lunch in one of Galway's countless restaurants, take a boat trip from the harbour or visit the city's great stone cathedral.
B, DDay Three
Today we head into the wild and rugged scenery of Connemara. Firstly we see the village of Cong located on the shores of Lough Corrib, the largest lake in the Republic of Ireland. From here we continue to Leenane, dramatically situated on Ireland's only fjord before we continue through to Kylemore Abbey, nestled in the heart of Connemara. Kylemore Abbey has been home to the Benedictine nuns who have restored the abbey, gothic church and beautiful 6 acre Victorian walled garden, which is divided in two by a mountain stream. Here we will get to enjoy the Abbey's beautiful setting, fascinating history and Victorian walled gardens.
B, DDay Four
This morning we take a drive along Galway Bay to the fishing village of Kinvara, then into the Burren Region, home to some of Ireland's fauna, flora and numerous ancient monuments. We call at the Burren Centre in picturesque Kilfenora, and then we continue on to see the 200 metre high Cliffs of Moher and enjoy stunning views over the Atlantic Ocean and the Aran Islands.
B, DDay Five
We travel back to the ferry port for our return sailing to Holyhead and on home to North Wales.
BB=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
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| Abergele | Abergele, Bowling Green Bus Stop |
| Bangor, Beach Rd IRE | Bangor, Nelson Pub Beach Road |
| Bangor, Deiniol Rd IRE | Bangor, Old Post Office Bus Stop Deiniol Road |
| Bethel | Bethel, Primary School Bus Stop |
| Bontnewydd | Bontnewydd, Bus Stop Near Chip Shop |
| Bryngwran | Bryngwran, School Entrance |
| Caergeiliog | Caergeiliog, Outside Sportsmans Pub |
| Caernarfon, Campbell Road | Caernarfon, Bus Stop Bottom of Campbell Road |
| Caernarfon, Leisure Cent. | Caernarfon, Bus Stop opposite Leisure Centre |
| Caernarfon, Morrisons | Caernarfon, Morrisons Bus Stop |
| Caernarfon, Waterloo Port | Caernarfon, Waterloo Port Bus Stop |
| Caernarfon, Y Glyn | Caernarfon, Y Glyn Bethel Road |
| Colwyn Bay | Colwyn Bay, Railway Station Bus Stop |
| Criccieth, Medical Centre | Criccieth, Medical Centre Bus Stop |
| Gaerwen IRE | Gaerwen, Bus Stop Opposite Stermat |
| Gwalchmai | Gwalchmai, Opposite Clock |
| Holyhead | Holyhead, Bus Stop Outside Ferry Terminal Entrance |
| Llanberis, Maes Padarn | Llanberis, Bus Stop Opposite Maes Padarn |
| Llanberis, Spar | Llanberis, Outside Spar Shop |
| Llandudno | Llandudno, Mostyn Broadway Coach Park Bus Stop |
| Llandudno Jct. Station | Llandudno Junction, Station Hotel Bus Stop |
| Llandygai IRE | Llandygai, Bus Stop Opposite Castle Entrance |
| Llanfairfechan | Llanfairfechan, Castle Bridge Bus Stop |
| Llanfairpwll | Llanfairpwll, Pringles Car Park (Parking not permitted at Pringles car park) |
| Llangefni IRE | Llangefni, Tafarn Y Rhos |
| Llanrug | Llanrug, Arvonia Garage |
| Menai Bridge | Menai Bridge, Library Bus Stop |
| Penrhyn Bay | Penrhyn Bay, Post Office |
| Penygroes | Penygroes, Crossroads (Outside Victoria Hotel) |
| Porthmadog | Porthmadog, Tesco Bus Stop |
| Pwllheli | Pwllheli, Bus Station |
| Rhos on Sea Ire | Rhos on Sea, The Cayley Arms Bus Stop |
| Rhos on Sea, Hickorys | Rhos on Sea, Bus Stop Opposite Hickorys Restaurant |
| St. Asaph | St. Asaph, Bus Stop Outside Petrol Station |
| Valley | Valley, Opposite Valley Hotel |
| Y Felinheli, St. Marys | Y Felinheli, St Mary's Church Bus Stop |
| Y Felinheli, Victoria | Y Felinheli, Victoria Hotel Bus Stop |
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