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Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip: Explore Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway

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Galway

Embark on a thrilling day trip from Galway to the Cliffs of Moher and Burren. Explore Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin, and stand in awe of the 700ft high cliffs. Don't miss the scenic Wild Atlantic Way coastal route!

Duration: 8 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Dungaire Castle - Standing tall watching over Galway Bay, this iconic 1520’s castle was the Royal Palace of Guaire Aidhne, King of Connacht.
Although the castle remains closed to the public this is your prime chance to get your picture with an Irish Castle ticked off your bucket list!
The Burren National Park - Witness the beautiful, changing landscapes of the Burren region, known all over the world for it’s iconic (moon-like) limestone terrain.
Aillwee Cave - Guests will have an opportunity to take a tour of Aillwee Cave during their stop here

Please note that Aillwee Cave may have seasonal closures on certain dates from October-February

Cliffs of Moher - Encounter a moment of magic as you stand atop these awe-inspiring, rigid cliffs with edges dropping into the untamed Atlantic Ocean. Stretching 8km (5 miles) along the Atlantic coast of County Clare, The Cliffs of Moher stand 700 feet tall. Visitors are welcomed to explore the walking paths along the most outstanding landscape in Ireland. Discover the unique colony of seabirds from the South platform, counting upwards of 30,000 birds from 20 different species!
Doolin - This is normally where guests get lunch for the day. Your driver/guide will recommend a tasty local restaurant for you to get the full Irish experience in lovely little Doolin village.
Wild Atlantic Way - Sit back and relax while you experience the sights of the Wild Atlantic Way from the comfort of your seats.
Exit the bus at various points such as Dungaire Castle and the Cliffs of Moher to take in the full might of the Wild Atlantic Way and see some awesome rugged landscapes
Galway Bay - Take in the vastness of infamous Galway Bay as you travel along the Western Coast of Ireland and the renowned Wild Atlantic Way

What's Included

Local guide
In-vehicle air conditioning

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
Gratuities
Entrance to Aillwee Cave
Hotel Drop-Off

Additional Information

As you travel southward towards the Moher Cliffs, listen to intriguing tales about the history of the Burren region from your knowledgeable driver/guide. This region reveals a landscape of exposed limestone, jagged coastal cliffs, and unique plant life. Delve into a castle located by the bay and explore the unique topography found within the Aillwee Cave, before reaching the climactic Cliffs of Moher. Experience a enchanting moment as you gaze from the towering 700ft cliffs. Once you’ve visited the main highlights of your trip, you’ll return to Galway, taking the coastal route of the Wild Atlantic Way, providing ample opportunities to capture beautiful photographs!

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
For complimentary hotel pick-up please confirm with the tour operator at least 24 hours in advance
Infants under 5 years of age require a child seat (These are not supplied by the company)
In the event of severe weather conditions this tour may be cancelled, if this happens you will be offered an alternative tour or a full refund.

Location

HYDE Hotel

Forster Street

We meet outside the HYDE Hotel, Forster Street, at 9.15am. Look out for the Lally Tours Team in their blue jackets!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Meethama

Jun 22, 2024

Highly recommended! - It was so much fun, enjoyable. Full of information and a mix of history, art, comedy, science and nature. Barry and Gabriel made is 100x better !

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Sarakj4513fs

Jun 20, 2024

An amazing trip! - This was an amazing trip! Gerry was our guide/bus driver. He provided us with so much information in a very fun, enlightening, exciting way. He showed several castles and the history about them along the way. He provided information in a timeline that aligned with all that we saw. I felt very safe . It was awesome!

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Heather_h

Jun 20, 2024

Amazing day trip! - Our tour guide, Jerry Sweeney was amazing! So much history and deep knowledge of the area. We had such an amazing day! The cliffs and all of the stops were some of the most beautiful scenery I’ve ever seen. I loved getting to do some hiking around at our stops. I only wish we could have spent even more time. Thanks to Jerry for making our day so full and enriching. H. Harrington

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889marilyno

Jun 20, 2024

Excellent Day!! - This was an excellent tour! Thoroughly enjoyed our driver/tour guide, Gerry Sweeney! He had an in depth knowledge of the area and the history which made it very interesting. The stops along the way were great, including the Ailwee caves, and the burren areas. Thanks, Gerry for the great day!!

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529nck

Jun 19, 2024

Aran island and Cliffs of Moher cruise. - We took a tour with Patrick from Galway Tour company. We had the most fantastic experience, weather was great, the actual tour and our guide Patrick was amazing. We learned so much, but also had time to take photos of places he was explaining about along the roads even though they weren’t actual stops. If you want a really great guide that makes your tour, then Patrick is your guy. The boat trip to the Aran island Inis Oirr was very good and we toured with a guide in a horse and carriage. Then the boat trip up against the Cliffs of Moher, awesome! Absolutely stunning day. Could not fault anything.

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Yaided_m

Jun 19, 2024

Must do - This tour is a must. Lots to see, comfortable, good value. Our guide John B. @lallytours.com was the best, knowledgeable, friendly and funny.

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273sald

Jun 18, 2024

An unforgettable day! - Went on the Cliffs of Moher and Burren tour and had a great time. It ended up being a beautiful day and my wife and I took some amazing pictures. Our driver, John B, helped make the trip fun and very informative, giving us information regarding the area and its history. It was a day that neither my wife nor I will forget anytime soon.

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Caron

Jun 18, 2024

Cliffs are amazing! Great tour! - The Cliffs were spectacular! Definitely a must do. The tour was fantastic. John, our guide, was wonderful. He was knowledgeable of the area and history. He was also a skilled driver! John had good recommendations for the even in Galway as well. I would HIGHLY recommend this tour and Lally tours in general.

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