Unlocking Mayo:
Mayo Croagh Patrick and Kylemore Abbey
History. Folklore. Music. Scenery. One unforgettable tour.
Join Us On the Tour the Locals Do
Step aboard for a powerful, scenic, and story-rich journey through South Clew Bay and beyond. “A Road to Remember” brings the Great Famine of West Mayo to life through local stories, traditional music, haunting landscapes, and unforgettable stops—from Croagh Patrick to Leenane.
1. Westport
Departing Westport at 10am
2. Croagh Patrick
Explore Croagh Patrick, locally known as ‘The Reek’ which overlooks Clew Bay. Tourists will have an opportunity to climb some of the mountain, if they wish. The tour will stop at the mountain for approximately one and a half hours.
3. Kylemore Abbey
Kylemore Abbey is a Benedictine monastery founded in 1920 on the grounds of Kylemore Castle, in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland.
The abbey was founded for Benedictine Nuns who fled Belgium in World War I. We will stop for lunch before we return to Westport.
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Tour Itinerary: Unlocking Mayo: Mayo Croagh Patrick and Kylemore Abbey
01
Croagh Patrick and Kylemore Abbey
Starting in the Picturesque town of Westport this tour Meanders South along the Wild Atlantic Way past Westport House, the former residence of the Marquess of Sligo, to our first stop at Irelands holy mountain, Croagh Patrick, or ‘the Reek’ as it is known locally. Originally a site of pagan devotion, it has been a site of Christian Pilgrimage since St. Patrick was said to have spent 40 days and 40 nights in prayer on the summit in the 5th century.
02
Statue of St. Patrick
You will also have the opportunity to visit the Famine monument of a coffin ship by world renowned sculptor John Behan – unveiled by President Mary Robinson in 1997. You also have the option of making the short walk to the starting point for the ascent where a Statue of St. Patrick dating back to 1928 commands a spectacular vantage point over the Islands of Clew Bay. A 5-minute walk towards the shore will bring you to the charming ruins of Murrisk Abbey; a fortified Augustinian abbey dating back to the 15th century.
03
Wild Atlantic way
From Croagh Patrick we again follow the Wild Atlantic way ‘wesht’ taking in the breath-taking views across Clew Bay towards Achill and Mulranny. After going through the historic village of Louisburgh you journey South in comfort through Glenkeen and Doolough Valleys; the scenery and history of which will ‘take the talk from ya’.
04
Bundorracha river
You will follow the Bundorracha river to where it empties into Killary Fjord and on to Aasleagh falls, made famous by the film ‘The Field’ as the place where the ‘Bull’ killed the ’Yank’. After a brief stop at ‘the Falls’ we continue to the stunning village of Leenane.
05
Killary Fjord
Continue along the south shore of the Killary Fjord past the innagh valley and on to Kylemore Valley; Ireland’s Taj Mahal.
06
Abbey
Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Abbey, enjoy woodland and lakeshore walks, the historic buildings and Ireland’s largest walled garden.
What our Passengers are Saying
The ‘Unlocking Mayo’ guided tour series has proven to be a massive hit with our guests with many of our returning customers opting to join the tours again and again for an authentic experience of the diverse attractions that this wonderful area has to offer. Keep up the good work Corduff Travel.
Todd
Westport Hotel Group
Mayo GAA are delighted to work with Corduff Travel as our official transport partner. Corduff Travel have been a joy to work with having professional and courteous staff as well as a fleet of excellent buses. Corduff Travel continue to update their fleet and offer a fantastic service in transport.
Ronan Kirrane
Mayo GAA
Corduff Travel have been servicing the needs of St. Gerald’s DLS College for over 20 years. Corduff Travel has a strong reputation for professionalism, punctuality and exceptional customer service. Akin to this, the company’s commitment to maintaining a high standard of safety for our students is truly impressive.
Shaun Burke
St. Gerald’s DLS College
The ‘Unlocking Mayo’ guided tour series has proven to be a massive hit with our guests with many of our returning customers opting to join the tours again and again for an authentic experience of the diverse attractions that this wonderful area has to offer. Keep up the good work Corduff Travel.
Todd
Westport Hotel Group
Mayo GAA are delighted to work with Corduff Travel as our official transport partner. Corduff Travel have been a joy to work with having professional and courteous staff as well as a fleet of excellent buses. Corduff Travel continue to update their fleet and offer a fantastic service in transport.
Ronan Kirrane
Mayo GAA
Corduff Travel have been servicing the needs of St. Gerald’s DLS College for over 20 years. Corduff Travel has a strong reputation for professionalism, punctuality and exceptional customer service. Akin to this, the company’s commitment to maintaining a high standard of safety for our students is truly impressive.
Shaun Burke
St. Gerald’s DLS College
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