From Galway: Cliffs Of Moher & Burren Day Tour
What your day looks like
Enjoy the majestic Cliffs of Moher as you explore the lunar landscape of the Burren and travel along the Wild Atlantic Way. Departing from Merchants Road, Galway, outside the Kinlay Hostel at 09:30 daily and traveling south along the Wild Atlantic Way, your fully trained, local driver/guide will take you on a journey through the history and landscapes of Ireland. Your first stop is at Dunguaire Castle on the outskirts of Kinvara. This is one of the most photographed castles in the whole of Ireland. Then it’s on through the glacio-karst landscape of the Burren and past Corcomroe Abbey. This fascinating 12th century Cistercian Abbey is noted for its distinguished carvings and rich ornamentation. We follow the Wild Atlantic Way along the coast of County Clare, passing Black Head, Wild Atlantic Way - Discovery Point, and Fanore Strand, Wild Atlantic Way - Discovery Point. From here you can see the three Aran Islands, Inishmore (Inis Mor), Inishmann (Inis Meain), and Inisheer (Inis Oirr), locking in Galway Bay and in the distance the mountains of Connemara. A photo stop at Doolin pier gives you a chance to feel the Atlantic wind in your face and to see the power of the sea as it crashes in on the shore. During the summer months, there is an opportunity to join a cruise to the base of the Cliffs of Moher. (cruise not included). After you’ve worked up an appetite on the beach it’s onto Doolin Hotel for lunch. (Lunch not included). Try any of the local seafood dishes, you won’t be disappointed. Next up is our main stop of the day, the Cliffs of Moher for a 2 hour stop. Wild Atlantic Way - Signature Point The Cliffs of Moher are one of Irelands' most spectacular sights and one of the 'Signature Points' on the Wild Atlantic Way. Rising 214 meters out of the Atlantic Ocean, the Cliffs of Moher offer one of the most amazing views in Ireland. (entry fee included). After the Cliffs of Moher, you'll return to Galway via Lisdoonvarna, famous for its annual matchmaking festival. Tour returns to Galway City between 17:00 and 17:30.
Why travelers choose this experience
- Enjoy the majestic Cliffs of Moher
- Explore the lunar landscape of the Burren
- Travel along the Wild Atlantic Way
Your day, step by step
Lahinch
Sightseeing at Cliffs of Moher.
Galway
Sightseeing at The Burren National Park.
Before you go
Included
Entry or admission fee WiFi Guided Coach tour Entry fee to the eco-friendly visitors centre at the Cliffs of Moher, The Atlantic Edge
Not Included
Tip or gratuity Food & drinks
What to Bring
Weather appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear Please note that the maximum per booking is 9 pax. If you have more than 9 pax, please make separate bookings.
Restrictions
Infants must sit on your lap. Stroller or pram accessible.
Meeting & Pickup
Kinlay Hostel (Outside) - Merchants Road, Galway.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
What travelers are saying
Our bus driver, Paul, was very informative and gave us plenty of time at each stop. The scenery was beautiful and we enjoyed the trip.
Wonderful guide and bus trip.
Our tour guide was fantastic and shared so much interesting information about Ireland. The Cliffs were beautiful and we stayed for 2 hours which allowed for a lot of time for viewing and taking pictures. The ride along Wild Atlantic Way was spectacular!
We loved our tour guide, Phil. He was knowledgeable and very entertaining. In addition to seeing the sights, he also took us for lunch at a cute little restaurant/pub with traditional Irish food and later, on our way back, to a pub for Irish coffee (or whatever you wanted) as it was a somewhat rainy and windy afternoon. Both of these stops were at places we normally wouldn't have experienced.
Our tour director Phil was great and lots of fun. The Burren country side was quite beautiful. It was fun to see our driver manage to maneuver a cow off a country’ road. The Cliffs Of Moher are magnificent and we had plenty of time to walk the paths and take pictures.The cliffs are windy so dress for it. I would highly recommend this excursion.
Phil, our bus driver and tour guide, was excellent. He gave great insights and tips on our journey to and back from the Cilffs of Moher.
Great tour.
Great tour!