Day Trips

From Galway: Cliffs of Moher and Aran Islands Full-Day Tour

Name: From Galway: Cliffs of Moher and Aran Islands Full-Day Tour
Start: 2026-07-13T09:15:00
End: 2026-07-13T18:15:00
Location: Galway

Aerial view of The Burren's coastal landscape with a winding road and ocean.

Group posing for a photo on a rocky shore during a guided tour in the Burren.

Tourist walking a stone path on Inishmore, Aran Islands, with ocean view.

Dunguaire Castle in Ireland with visitors walking towards the entrance.

Duration

9 hrs - 10 hrs

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

See Cliffs of Moher and the Burren, learn at the visitor centre, and enjoy free time exploring Inisheer’s quiet streets and open coastal views

Ride in an air conditioned coach from Galway, making the journey easy while passing villages, open countryside, and stretches of coastal scenery.

Board a boat to see cliffs rising above you, then take two ferry trips to Inisheer, enjoying wide sea views throughout the journey

Travel with an expert guide and driver who bring the journey to life through stories while ensuring a comfortable and well paced day.

Add an Inisheer walking tour, opt for a South Connemara scenic route, or select a small group experience with luxury coach and hotel transfers.

Full-day tour of Cliffs of Moher and Burren

Round-trip AC coach transfers from Galway

Cliffs of Moher cruise

Entry to the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre

2 ferry trips to Inisheer

Free time at Inisheer

Live commentary on board

Professional English-speaking guide and experienced driver

Additional paid upgrades:

Inisheer walking tour

South Connemara scenic drive

Small-group tour of max. 25 guests

Luxury midi-coach

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Entry to Aillwee Cave (available at an additional discounted rate)

Bike rental on the Aran Islands (available at an additional cost)

Horse and cart rental on the Aran Islands (available at an additional cost)

Food and drink

Personal expenses

Gratuities

TOTAL DURATION8 hours - 10 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Timeline
Map
Start point
Central Galway
Get direction
30 min by a/c bus
26.9 km
1. Dunguaire Castle
Tickets not included
15 min
Take Instagram-worthy shots in front of Ireland’s most photographed castle dating to the 1520s that stands tall over Galway Bay.
27 min by a/c bus
23.4 km
2. Aillwee Cave
Tickets not included
30 min
22 min by a/c bus
17.1 km
Passes By
Lisdoonvarna
Corkscrew Hill
3. Cliffs of Moher
Tickets included
1 hr 30 min
1 activity
10 min by a/c bus
8.6 km
4. Doolin
45 min
1 hr 21 min by a/c bus
69.6 km
Passes By
Blackhead Lighthouse
End point
Central Galway
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Ann W
Solo
Verified booking
Oct 2025
Fabulous day out with great commentary from Bertie and skilful bus driver, Connor. Lovely to be with a small group in a very comfortable bus. Well paced day with time for comfort and photo stops. Scenery was incredible. I would have liked a little time in Doolin, rather than just driving through by we had to catch the boat. Seeing the Cliffs of Moher from the sea was incredible and the time on Innis Oirr, one of the Aran Islands, was great.
Sep 2025
Had a BLAST on this tour! Went solo and was a bit nervous, but the group was suuuper friendly. Our guide, Pete, was hilarious and knew all the secret spots for the best cliff views. Wind nearly blew my hat off (hold onto ur stuff!), but WOW, standing at the edge is just... EPIC. The boat ride was canceled b/c of choppy water, but we got extra time to wander Inisheer. Def worth it, even with the switch-up. Bring snacks—shops are tiny and sell out quick.
Sep 2025
Went with my girlfriend and honestly, the cliffs were next level. Super foggy in the morning so couldn’t see much at first, but cleared up just in time—total movie moment. Staff were chill, but the bus ride was loooong. Bring headphones! Also, bathrooms on the ferry were kinda gross, just sayin.
Sep 2025
Took my mum along for this day trip and wow, what a memory. Our guide (can’t remember his name, sorry!) had the whole bus laughing with these random sea shanty recommendations. The ferry over to Inisheer was a bit choppy (I nearly lost my sandwich to the wind) but so worth it once we landed. Walked around the tiny village—felt like stepping back in time. We tried the horse cart, which was a riot. The driver let me hold the reins for about 30 seconds (sorry, horse). Weather was honestly nuts, sun then rain then sun. Pro tip: bring a waterproof jacket no matter what. Oh, and get the scone at the little café by the pier. Still thinking about it. 5 stars from me, would drag my whole family next time.
Sep 2025
So much fun! Group of five friends, and none of us had done anything like this before. Our guide, Emer, was a total superstar—so many random stories, we laughed the whole day. The cliffs from the water are INSANE. Felt a bit seasick but recovered quick. Loved the donkeys on Inisheer, they’re adorable. Wish we had more time on the island, but still, perfect day!

What to bring

Have your entry tickets, and ID ready for a seamless experience.

What’s not allowed

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Alcohol, smoking and drugs are not permitted on this experience.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Seasonal bonus: witness puffin migration between May and June along the Wild Atlantic Way.

You may bring your luggage on board.

The Cliffs of Moher cruise and ferry crossings are subject to weather conditions and may be altered or canceled without notice.

Free hotel pick-up is available by request and must be confirmed the day before travel; requests after 5pm the day before cannot be guaranteed.

Lunch is not included, but there are stops for lunch and refreshments.

Maximum group size is 53 guests (up to 61 in peak season); some departures may use a smaller luxury midi-coach with a maximum of 25 guests.

Please arrive at the departure point at least 15 mins prior to departure.

The tour requires a minimum of eight passengers to operate. If this number is not reached by the day before, the tour may be cancelled, and you will be contacted.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.