Follow in The Quiet Man’s Footsteps: Private Half-Day Tour
Cong Village, The Quiet Man Museum and Ross Errily Friary tour from Galway.
Discover the heart of Ireland’s Gaeltacht region on a private half-day Connemara tour from Galway City. Explore the rugged beauty, historic landmarks, and natural charm of Connemara at your own pace. Visit the beautifully preserved Ross Errilly Friary, one of Ireland’s finest medieval Franciscan monasteries, and stroll through Cong Village, a picture-perfect gem nestled between Lough Corrib and Lough Mask.
Travel in comfort and style aboard a luxury, air-conditioned executive vehicle with your own professional chauffeur. Enjoy the freedom to customise your journey — adjust the route, stops, and sightseeing schedule to suit your interests, ensuring a relaxed and unforgettable experience through one of Ireland’s most scenic regions.
Itinerary:
- Pick up from your accommodation in Galway City
- Castletown Train Station.
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- Cong Village
- Return to Galway City.
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Duration 7 hours approx from start time, can be longer on request.
Full itinerary:
- Your chauffeur will pick you up from your hotel.
- Castletown Train Station.
- Ross Errily.
- Cong Village.
- Ashford Castle
- Quiet Man cottage replica.
- Quiet Man bridge.
Discover the medieval monastery of Ross Errily Friary
Explore Ross Errily Friary, one of the largest and best-preserved Franciscan monasteries in Ireland. This remarkable medieval site offers a fascinating glimpse into Ireland’s monastic past.
Ross Errily also featured in John Ford’s 1952 Oscar-winning classic, The Quiet Man, where it appeared as the “home of ancient Flynn’s.”
Explore Cong Village
Step into Cong Village, the charming setting of the 1952 Oscar-winning film The Quiet Man, starring the legendary Maureen O’Hara and John Wayne.
Visit the famous Pat Cohan Pub, featured in the movie and still welcoming visitors today — perfect for enjoying a refreshing pint and reliving a bit of Hollywood history!
Ashford Castle
Cong Village is home to famous Ashford castle, a regular hangout of the wealthy and prominent and was previously owned by the Guinness family.
With admirable memories of the day, you’ll enjoy a comfortable drive back to your hotel in Galway.
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- Mercedes- Benz vehicle driven by your private chauffeur.
- Bottled Water
- Free Wi-Fi
- Personal Guide.
- Lunch
- Gratuities (optional)
- The entrance fees for admissions are not included.
- The entrance fees for admissions are not included.
