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Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway: Day Tour from Dublin

Full-Day Tour
  • Dublin
  • Ireland

Escape the capital and experience the striking natural beauty of Ireland's west coast on this premium, full-day guided tour from Dublin. Traveling in ultimate comfort aboard a modern, air-conditioned coach equipped with free Wi-Fi and USB charging ports, your 12.5-hour adventure begins with a scenic drive across the country. Your first major stop is the crown jewel of the Wild Atlantic Way: the spectacular Cliffs of Moher. With your all-inclusive tour ticket, you'll have ample time to walk the dramatic cliff paths, feel the fresh sea breeze, and enjoy interactive exhibits at the Visitor Centre.

After a hearty pub lunch in a charming local village like Doolin or Fanore, you will explore the otherworldly, lunar-like limestone landscapes of The Burren—a truly unique geological marvel found nowhere else on earth. The grand finale of your day trip is the bohemian and vibrant Galway City. Known as the cultural heart of Ireland, you'll have an hour of free time to wander its colorful streets, listen to lively buskers, and soak in the traditional Irish music and atmosphere before enjoying a relaxing, entertaining drive back to Dublin.

From
€80
per person

About

Start time:

6:50 AM

Duration:

12 hours 30 mins

Smartphone tickets accepted

Instant ticket delivery

Kid friendly

Free Wifi

Best time:

Morning.

Free cancellation

Free rescheduling

Live Guide:

English.

Highlights

  • Marvel at the breathtaking, dramatic drops of the Cliffs of Moher on the Wild Atlantic Way.
  • Enjoy full admission to the Cliffs of Moher and its state-of-the-art interactive Visitor Centre.
  • Wander through the otherworldly, lunar-like limestone pavements of The Burren.
  • Spend an hour exploring the colorful streets, pubs, and buskers of bohemian Galway City.
  • Travel in maximum comfort on an air-conditioned coach featuring free Wi-Fi and USB charging ports.

What's Included

Roundtrip transportation from Dublin in a modern, air-conditioned coach.

A professional, entertaining English-speaking driver and guide.

Free onboard Wi-Fi and USB charging ports at your seat.

Full admission ticket to the Cliffs of Moher & Visitor Centre.

Guided visit to the unique landscapes of The Burren.

Free time to explore Galway City.

What's Not Included

Food and drinks (A lunch stop is scheduled at a traditional pub, but the meal cost is not included).

Hotel pickup and drop-off.

Itinerary

West Coast Day Trip Itinerary

  • 1

    06:50 AM - Depart from the meeting point at the Molly Malone Statue on Suffolk Street.

  • 2

    Morning - Scenic cross-country drive from Dublin to County Clare.

  • 3

    10:30 AM - Arrive at the Cliffs of Moher for 75 minutes of exploration and spectacular views.

  • 4

    12:20 PM - Stop in a charming local village (like Doolin or Fanore) for a traditional pub lunch.

  • 5

    01:20 PM - Arrive at The Burren for 60 minutes to explore its unique limestone rock formations.

  • 6

    03:20 PM - Arrive in Galway City for 60 minutes of free time to wander the colorful streets.

  • 7

    07:30 PM - Arrive back in Dublin (Drop-off at the original meeting point on Suffolk Street).

Instructions

  • Please arrive at the designated meeting point at the Molly Malone Statue (Suffolk Street) at least 10 minutes before the 06:50 AM departure.
  • Have your digital smartphone ticket ready to show the driver/guide upon boarding the coach.

Cancellation Policy

  • You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before your scheduled departure time.
  • Rescheduling is possible up to 24 hours before your visit date.

Tips

  • The weather on the west coast of Ireland is incredibly unpredictable and often very windy. Dress in layers, wear a warm jacket, and bring rain protection gear!
  • Wear comfortable, flat walking shoes. You will be walking along cliffside dirt paths at the Cliffs of Moher and uneven rocky surfaces at The Burren.
  • Take advantage of the USB ports on the bus! Bring your charging cable so your phone battery stays fully charged for all the amazing photo opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cliffs of Moher, Burren & Galway: Day Tour from Dublin

This is a comprehensive, full-day excursion that lasts approximately 12.5 hours. The coach departs Dublin at 06:50 AM and typically returns to the capital around 07:30 PM.

The tour departs from the famous Molly Malone Statue, located on Suffolk Street in central Dublin. Please ensure you arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the 06:50 AM departure time.

Yes! When you book this Cliffs of Moher day tour, your full admission fee to both the outdoor cliff paths and the indoor interactive Visitor Centre is completely covered.

No, meals are not included in the ticket price. However, the tour itinerary includes a dedicated 45-minute stop in a charming local village (such as Doolin or Fanore) where you can purchase a hearty, traditional Irish pub lunch.

While standard touring coaches may not have active restrooms on board, the 3.5-hour morning journey to the west coast includes a scheduled break at a service station where you can use the facilities and grab a coffee.

Yes! You will travel in a modern, air-conditioned coach equipped with free onboard Wi-Fi and USB charging ports at the seats so you can stay connected and keep your devices powered up.

The Burren is a vast, otherworldly karst landscape in County Clare. It is famous for its unique 'lunar-like' limestone pavements, fascinating rock formations, and rare flora that manages to grow between the cracks in the stone.

You will have approximately 60 minutes of free time in Galway City. This is plenty of time to stretch your legs, wander the bohemian streets, listen to the lively street buskers, and grab a quick pint or snack before the journey back to Dublin.

Unfortunately, due to the nature of standard touring coaches and the uneven, rugged terrain at both the Cliffs of Moher and The Burren, this tour is not recommended or accessible for wheelchair users.

We highly recommend dressing in layers and bringing a warm, windproof, and waterproof jacket. The Cliffs of Moher face the open Atlantic Ocean and can be extremely windy and chilly, even in the summer. Comfortable walking shoes are also a must!

Yes, children are welcome! However, parents should carefully consider if a 12.5-hour round trip with significant amounts of cross-country bus travel is appropriate for very young children.

Yes, you have great flexibility. You can cancel your tour for a 100% full refund or reschedule it to another date, provided you do so at least 24 hours before your scheduled departure time.

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