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High King Tours - Walking Tour of Cong
1 h
By walk
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Itinerary
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Stop At: Royal Abbey of Cong, Cong Ireland
Walk in the footsteps of Ireland’s Last High King Rory O’Connor in the beautiful ancient ruins of the 12th century Royal Augustinian Abbey of Cong. Travel back in time with our local guide to the everyday life of an Augustinian monk and marvel in the incredible Gothic and Romanesque architecture and stone work.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Cong Heritage Trail, Cong Ireland
Casually stroll with our local guide through the village and take in the peaceful tranquility of Cong as you listen to stories and tales. Hear about the ancient, mythical Battle of Moytura. Visit the house of Cong’s very own Robin Hood, George McNamara. Take a picture at ”The Lane of Blazes” the most photographed part of our little village. Aftrr the Tour, relax and enjoy Cong’s many award-winning pubs, restaurants and cafes, where you can eat, drink and have the ‘’Craic’’ with locals.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Monk's Fishing House, Abbey St On the Cong River, Cong Abbey, Cong Ireland
Explore the Monk's Fishing House and take in the beautiful scenery of the Cong River.
Duration: 10 minutes
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Royal Abbey of Cong, Cong Ireland
Walk in the footsteps of Ireland’s Last High King Rory O’Connor in the beautiful ancient ruins of the 12th century Royal Augustinian Abbey of Cong. Travel back in time with our local guide to the everyday life of an Augustinian monk and marvel in the incredible Gothic and Romanesque architecture and stone work.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Cong Heritage Trail, Cong Ireland
Casually stroll with our local guide through the village and take in the peaceful tranquility of Cong as you listen to stories and tales. Hear about the ancient, mythical Battle of Moytura. Visit the house of Cong’s very own Robin Hood, George McNamara. Take a picture at ”The Lane of Blazes” the most photographed part of our little village. Aftrr the Tour, relax and enjoy Cong’s many award-winning pubs, restaurants and cafes, where you can eat, drink and have the ‘’Craic’’ with locals.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Monk's Fishing House, Abbey St On the Cong River, Cong Abbey, Cong Ireland
Explore the Monk's Fishing House and take in the beautiful scenery of the Cong River.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
75%
Sport
25%
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