From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Tour with Scenic Boat Cruise
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Galway
Embark on a thrilling tour from Galway to the Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher. Experience the stunning scenery, enjoy a boat ride beneath the cliffs, and explore the islands at your leisure.
Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Dunguaire Castle - En route to the ferry port in Doolin we pass Dunguaire Castle.
What's Included
  • Return ferry - Doolin to Inisheer
  • Live commentary on board
  • Local Driver / Guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pickup
Additional Information

Embark on a captivating tour where you’ll marvel at the stunning views of two Discovery Points on the Wild Atlantic Way and indulge in a boat excursion beneath the Cliffs of Moher. This tour package from Galway allows you to discover two of Ireland’s prime natural wonders—the Aran Islands (Inisheer) and the Cliffs of Moher—all in one day. The journey kicks off with a boat ride from Doolin to Inis Oirr(Inisheer) where you have two hours to explore the island on your own. On our way back from the island, we will venture beneath the awe-inspiring Cliffs of Moher, depending on the weather. The tour wraps up with a visit to the top of the Cliffs of Moher through the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience Centre.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Merchants Road
Tour departs: Merchant's Road, Galway outside the Kinlay Hostel, H91 F2KT at 09:00. Please present 15 minutes prior to departure. Tour returns: Merchant's Road, Galway at 19:00.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Nyle_b
Apr 13, 2024
Two views - View of cliffs from boat rocked the ferry boat and our experience. From above on a foggy day? Not so much.
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Itsvalentinesv
Feb 21, 2024
Incredible tour with breathtaking views! - I had such an incredible day trip with guide Alan! We stopped at Dunguaire Castle where we had 20 minutes to take pictures and walk around. Then we stopped at Hazel Mountain Chocolate Factory where we had a little tour, and there's a café and restrooms. We then continued along the Wild Atlantic Way, and the views were breathtaking! I recommend sitting on the right on the bus so you can appreciate the view of the ocean! We stopped somewhere along the road to go out and see the Burren and the water, and take pictures. I was traveling alone, and Alan offered to take pictures of me which I really appreciated. We then had a lunch stop in Doolin (1h to eat in a really nice pub). And then we arrived at the Cliffs of Moher. Absolutely breathtaking, I loved it. We had two hours there which was perfect. I had time to walk a bit on both sides of the visitor's center, and got great views. It's February, so it wasn't crowded at all which was wonderful! And the weather was wonderful with the sun!! Very lucky! I had time to stop at the visitor's center and have a look there, and also get a cup of tea before getting back on the bus to go back to Galway. Truly wonderful tour. Thank you Alan!
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Graham_h
Jan 13, 2024
Excellent! - Our tour guide/driver was great.Very informative and sociable. The Aran Islands and the boat tour of the cliffs was the highlight and the reason we took the tour.
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Wan45
Nov 27, 2023
Very nice day - Very nice day, very well organized First stop on one of the Aran Islands, the guide pre-reserves us bike or horse-drawn carriage on request Then boat trip to the cliffs and finally access to the foot cliffs Everything is well organized, the guide very friendly and the landscapes magnificent
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Michelle_c
Nov 3, 2023
Great Tour of the Beauty of Ireland - This experience was one of our favorites while visiting Ireland! Gerry our bus driver and tour guide did a fantastic job providing information. This is a definite experience to book when visiting Ireland!
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Anthony_s
Nov 1, 2023
Great trip - Gerry - guide and driver extraordinaire. Safe driving, informative commentary, reasonable jokes and even the singing wasn't too bad. Great tips for tours on the island and helped all along the way - thanks mate!
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Cheryl_c
Oct 29, 2023
A tour of a lifetime - We loved everything about our day and saw so much on one tour. The Cliffs were so striking and seeing them from below and above was terrific. We loved the Burrens and our visit to the island gave us a look at a unique way of life. We loved our guide Jerry since he was both funny and knowledgeable.
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Waggy21
Oct 25, 2023
Fabulous tour, great company. - The Wild Atlantic Way company was first class all the way. We had a fabulous day, even the little rain didn’t spoil the experience. We found Inisheer Island very interesting and highly recommended doing the horse and cart tour around the island. The cruise around the cliffs was truly spectacular, rugged and treacherous. Then to explore the coast from above was amazing and the cliffs so vase. One feels so very small in this landscape. Our last stop was the Burren described as a moon-like landscape. Very interesting. This is a day full of adventure and I would highly recommend do it.
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Paula_j
Oct 25, 2023
BREATHE TAKING - The boat trip and island trip were ABSOLUTELY AMAZING the views were breathtaking. Would recommend everyone to do the boat ride and then come back and walk up on top of the cliffs.
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Maureen
Oct 26, 2023
Must see! - Absolutely loved this experience. Bus trip to the ferry included some nice history about the area. The ferry ride was fast to the island and our guide was helpful in getting us a local to take us on a ride around the island. Had lunch in a great pub. The Cliffs of Moher from the water were amazing to see and very informative. Had plenty of time at the visitors center after the ferry ride. This also allowed you to walk and see the cliffs from the top. Overall great experience. It was a very rainy morning when we went which made for a cold experience on the island but we were bundled up and an Irish coffee at the pub was the best thing to warm us up. Would recommend this experience. Only have it 4 stars instead of 5 because the man who greeted us at the bus (not the tour guide/driver, he was amazing) was a bit annoyed that we did not get there at 8:45. We were traveling with my elderly parents who walk very slow. Other than this, excellent experience.
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