Day Trips

From Galway: Small-Group Cliffs, Aran Islands & Connemara Full-Day Tour with Hotel Pick-Up

People standing on opposite sides of a gap in the Cliffs of Moher, Ireland, overlooking the ocean.

Ferry cruising near the Aran Islands with coastal landscape in the background.

Rugged stone cliffs and turquoise waters of Aran Island, Ireland.

Spiddal's Old Quay with stone benches and informational sign, overlooking Galway Bay, Ireland.

Duration

9 hr

Free cancellation

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Guided tour

Transfers included

Hotel pickup

4.3/5

(99)

Isabella

Sep 2025

Verified Partner Review

5/5

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.

Yuna

Sep 2025

Verified Partner Review

5/5

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!

Lila

Jul 2025

Verified Partner Review

5/5

Hands down one of the best days I’ve had in Ireland. Our guide, Jack, was a LEGEND—he even remembered my coffee order from the morning. The cliffs are as dramatic as you’ve heard, but seeing them from the sea is something else. The pace was just right, not too fast, not too slow. Highly recommend for anyone, even solo travelers like me.

Experience Ireland’s west coast with a cruise beneath the Cliffs of Moher, a visit to the Aran Islands, and visits to the landscapes of Connemara and the Burren.

Enjoy round-trip transportation from Galway, letting you uncover Ireland’s coastal wonders in just one day with a small-group setting and an English-speaking guide.

Sail along the Atlantic Ocean and marvel at the Cliffs of Moher from sea level, an angle few travelers ever witness, which rises over 700 feet above the waves.

Explore Inis Oírr, the smallest of the Aran Islands, where Irish is still widely spoken, stone walls crisscross the land, and horse-drawn carts often outnumber cars.

Wander through Connemara’s mountains, bogs, lakes, and stone cottages, and admire the Burren’s limestone terrain, rich in flora and megalithic tombs.

Full-day tour of Cliffs of Moher, Burren, and South Connemara

Round-trip luxury midi-coach transfers from Galway

Small-group tour of max. 25 guests

Professional English-speaking guide and experienced driver

Cliffs of Moher cruise

Entry to the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre

2 ferry trips to Inisheer

Inisheer walking tour

Live commentary on board

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

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 DURATION9 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Minibus
FIRST DEPARTURESalthill
LAST DEPARTURESalthill
Timeline
Map
Start point
Hyde Hotel
8 min by A/C Minibus
2.4 km
Passes By
Salthill
1. Dunguaire Castle
Tickets not included
23 min by A/C Minibus
19.1 km
Passes By
Ballyvaughan
Black Head Lighthouse
2. Doolin
Free Admission
1 attraction
Highlights
Doonagore Castle
Get direction
Tickets not included
11 min by A/C Minibus
8.6 km
3. Cliffs of Moher
Tickets included
1 activity
Things to do
Cruise
Included in price
4. Inisheer
Tickets included
2 attractions
Highlights
O'Brien's Castle
Get direction
Tickets not included
Plassey Shipwreck
Get direction
Free Admission
5. Connemara
Free Admission
52 min by A/C Minibus
57.6 km
6. Rossaveal
Free Admission
51 min by A/C Minibus
38.9 km
End point
Hyde Hotel
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.

4.3
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What our guests say
Isabella
Sep 2025
Verified Partner Review
5/5
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.
Mateo
Sep 2025
Verified Partner Review
4/5
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.
Yuna
Sep 2025
Verified Partner Review
5/5
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!
Jonas
Sep 2025
Verified Partner Review
3/5
Mixed feelings tbh. The scenery is just OUTRAGEOUS, but the tour felt a bit rushed. Guide was nice, but kept checking his watch. Would’ve loved 30 more mins at the cliffs. The weather was decent, but super windy, so dress warm. Highlight was the little local café on the island—get the scone!
Sofia
Sep 2025
Verified Partner Review
5/5
Unreal day. Did this with my parents and my little bro, and everyone found something to love. My dad’s obsessed with history, so he was happy, and my brother just ran wild on the beach. We got lucky with the weather—sunny but not hot. Shoutout to the driver for avoiding potholes like a pro.

What’s not allowed

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

Alcohol and drugs are strictly prohibited on this experience.

Smoking is not permitted on the coach.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Meet outside the Hyde Hotel at 9am. Look out for the Lally Tours Team in blue jackets.

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.

On rare occasions, only once or twice a year, the advertised route and/or timings at stops may have to be altered 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.

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

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.