1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
English
Included
€ 491.68
€ 452.35
Free cancellation and unlimited rescheduling leads to total flexibility while you plan your travels
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This unique tour takes you through the historic cemeteries of Clifden, located on the westernmost edge of Europe. You will visit both Christchurch, the Church of Ireland cemetery, and Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church cemetery, where generations of Clifden’s residents have been laid to rest. Accompanied by a knowledgeable private guide, you will walk through these peaceful burial grounds, absorbing the quiet atmosphere and learning about the lives of those interred here. The headstones and memorials tell stories of the past, offering a glimpse into the history, struggles, and triumphs of the people who shaped this part of Ireland.
As you explore, your guide will share fascinating insights into Clifden’s rich heritage, weaving together tales of rebels, poets, authors, and founding figures who played a role in the town’s development. Engaging anecdotes bring history to life, painting vivid portraits of the individuals who once walked these streets. The tour offers a meaningful connection to the past, blending history, culture, and storytelling in a way that honors the legacy of Clifden’s people.
Please wear weatherproof walking shoes as grass around the graveyards can be wet.
Please bring warm, layered, wind & rain proof gear as weather can be unpredictable.
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Paul was an exceptional guide and storyteller. The Diamond Hill hike was stunning, and Paul was with us every step of the way. Near the summit, he found a beautiful spot nestled in the ridge, where we enjoyed coffee and scones with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, bogs and valley below. He even lent us his walking poles for the descent. Paul couldn’t have been more helpful, kind, or accommodating, and his stories were priceless. Don’t miss out on this incredible and beautiful experience!
Paul is incredible! We had a truly outstanding day hiking at Mamean with him. He provided so much knowledge for us and he was so kind and easy to talk to! He showed us a truly gorgeous part of Ireland that we wouldn't have explored on our own! 5 stars!
My husband and I had explored Connemara by car on a previous trip to Ireland and decided we needed to get a more in-depth understanding of this magnificent region. We hired Paul for two of our six days in Connemara on the recommendation of a guide we had hired for the Burren and on the strength of his guidebook and online reviews. He turned out to be the ideal guide for us. He customized our hikes based on our interests and physical abilities, as well as the weather. Paul is extremely focused on safety and planned many alternate walks for us based on changes in the weather forecasts. He also brought along extra gear in case we needed anything. Paul is a polymath who wears his knowledge lightly. He deeply enriched our hiking experiences by his broad knowledge of the geology, ecology, human history, and economic, cultural, and political situation of the area. He patiently answered all our questions and pointed out innumerable treasures along the trail that we would likely have missed or not fully appreciated without him. In addition to all he shared with us during our walks, Paul gave us numerous suggestions for hikes and places to visit on our own, along with the best places to eat, shop, and soak up the local culture. He even provided GPS links to all the hard-to-find places. We were totally delighted to have had Paul as our guide and are eager to walk with him again.
Paul guided our family on three walks: Omey Beach, Derryclare Woods, and Roundstone Bog. These walks were the highlight of our Ireland vacation. Paul tailored the walks to meet the needs of our 80-year-old grandma, 22-year-old Appalachian through-hiker, and everyone in between. He is patient, safety-conscious, knowledgeable, and kind. The Omey Beach Walk was perfect for everyone in our group. The sturdier walkers took the invigorating bog and woods walks. Experiencing Ireland's sublime beauty with these off-trail walks was joy-inducing and unforgettable. Thank you Paul.
I went on a Guided mountain climb on Tully Mountain with Paul Phelan of Walk Connemara. The walk was fantastic, starting off on a beautiful coastal lane, with wild flowers growing in the hedges and sheep with their lambs in the fields. Then we began the climb to the rocky mountain-top, where the views were spectacular of the coast all the way to Mayo. Paul was a great guide, very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. He knew exactly which route to take, as there were no trails to follow, once we were on the mountain. It was tiring but a great day out.
