Connemara landscape of lakes and quartzite mountains under a moody sky

Connemara & Galway

West of Galway, the land opens into bog, lake and quartzite mountain. Connemara is Ireland at its most elemental — wild, spacious and quietly beautiful — with the city of Galway as a lively, musical gateway.

Possible highlights

A few places that often shape a day here — each one an idea to talk through, not a guaranteed stop.

Lakes and mountains

Glassy lakes set against the Twelve Bens — a landscape that changes with every shift of light.

Sky Road & coastal drives

A celebrated loop of sea, stone and sky, best taken slowly.

Galway city

A compact, musical city of stone streets, good food and easy charm.

Quiet villages

Connemara's small settlements hold to a slower, gentler rhythm.

Shaped to you, not a set route.

Connemara rewards a slower pace. Tell Mike how many nights you'd like and whether you prefer wild scenery or town evenings, and he'll shape the balance.

Every itinerary is arranged individually. Ask Mike about the places you'd like to explore, your travel dates and your preferred pace.

Enquire about this experience.

Tell Mike what draws you to Connemara & Galway and he'll help shape the rest — the route, the pace and the practical details.