Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, including Wild Atlantic Way and Galway
Description
Day trip from Dublin to Ireland’s remote and rugged west coast to see the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren and Galway City. Enjoy the unique benefit of a dedicated Tour Guide and a separate Driver for the day. The Driver concentrates on your safety and the Guide on your comfort and entertainment. There is a rest stop on route to the Cliffs of Moher and upon arrival you receive a premium ticket to visit and enjoy every aspect of what the site has to offer with 2 hours visiting time. Then travel along part of the Wild Atlantic Way coast and enjoy a coastal stop in the Burren (IF WEATHER PERMITS), a unique limestone landscape famous for its flourishing plant life. Upon arriving in Galway City your Guide will offer you a free guided tour of the city, it's optional to join or just enjoy free time to wander this charismatic city yourself. On tour hear tales about Irish history, culture, stories some Irish music will be played with some guides playing their instruments on the coach.
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Itinerary
Departure from: 6:55 AM at Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin, 23 Upper O'Connell Street OR 7:00 AM at Bus Stop, 33 College Green, Dublin 2, D02 DD76. (next to Hawksmoor Restaurant) Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure smooth boarding. Have your voucher ready, either printed or on your phone. Look out for a grey bus with WILD ROVER TOURS clearly marked on the side. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!
Before arriving at the Cliffs of Moher there is and slow touring pass by opportunity to take photos of Bunratty Castle
Arriving at the Cliffs of Moher just before 11 AM, your experience begins with fast-track entry as your guide hands you your Visitor Centre ticket. Take a moment to grab a coffee or a light snack, then head out for an unforgettable walk along the dramatic Atlantic Ledge. With breathtaking cliffside views, diverse wildlife, and ever-changing light, it's a photographer’s dream. Your expert guide will point out the most scenic vantage points and offer insider tips on the best photo spots based on the season and sunlight. You'll have a full two hours to explore—30 minutes more than any other day tour from Dublin—giving you plenty of time to soak in the beauty without feeling rushed. While you’re off exploring, rest easy knowing your belongings are safe on the coach, with your seat reserved for the day. This is more than just a visit—it's a chance to fully experience one of Ireland’s most iconic natural wonders.
From the Cliffs of Moher, the tour continues onto Galway City. The route taken follows the Wild Atlantic Way which is the coastal route from County Clare into County Galway. You will be travelling through the Burren National Park and during this part of the tour your guide will entertain you with music, stories of folklore, history art and culture.
From the Cliffs of Moher the tour continues onto Galway City. The route taken follows the Wild Atlantic Way which is the coastal route from County Clare into County Galway. In the event of road closure on the coastal road we will take the Cork Screw route from the Cliffs towards Galway. On this route, you will see The Burren's Unique Landscape (photo stop included IF WEATHER PERMITS) and views along The Wild Atlantic Way. The Burren is renowned for its remarkable assemblage of plants and animals, over 70% of Ireland's species of flowers are found there. The region supports Arctic–alpine and Mediterranean Basin plants side-by-side, due to the unusual environment.
Tour of Galway Bay
Arriving in the centre of Galway City at approximately 2.30 PM, we park right in the middle of the city close to Eyre Square. Your tour guide offers all passengers a complimentary walking tour of the Galway which typically takes around 20 minutes. Visiting places such as the Spanish Arch and Lynch's Castle, the walking tour is a popular addition to the itinerary, particularly as the centre of Galway is pedestrianised. The walking tour is optional, many passengers prefer to spend their time in Galway at their own discretion. The place has a wonderful musical and vibrant reputation. Lots of craft shops, small family stores and numerous little artisan cafes. Why not enjoy local fish and chips fresh from the Atlantic at a local food venue. Your guide is there to direct and help. Overnighting in Galway is possible. Depending upon availability- a free return seat to Dublin can be requested for another day. Rest stops included on route to the Cliffs and back to Dublin- no bathrooms on board.
Your coach will return to Dublin City at approximately 7.40 PM (depending on traffic and departure time in Galway - after guaranteed 2 hour stop there). Drop off is on D'Olier Street, 100 metres from O'Connell Bridge and near Trinity College and Temple Bar.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please be at one of the 2 available pickup locations listed and there 15 minutes before the departure time
- Pick up points located on the north and south side of the city
- Children aged 2 and under are not allowed to travel
- We no not have bathrooms on board, we stop roughly every 2 hours for a (bathroom) break
- Important Notice for Guests Prone to Motion Sickness: We want every guest to enjoy their time with us to the fullest. Our day tours cover long distances from Dublin to some of Ireland’s most spectacular sites. While the journeys are scenic, they can also involve extended periods of travel on winding roads. If you suffer from motion sickness, even mild, we strongly recommend that you carefully review each tour itinerary before booking. This will help you decide whether a full-day tour with significant travel is the right choice for you. Please note that we cannot guarantee front seats for guests, as seat allocation is managed for the safety and comfort of everyone on board. Guests are responsible for taking any necessary precautions (for example, medication or travel bands) to manage motion sickness. We welcome all passengers and want everyone to enjoy a safe and comfortable experience. By booking with us, you confirm that you are comfortable with the travel times and distances involved. Our goal is for every guest to enjoy Ireland’s beauty, not to feel unwell while travelling. If you have concerns about motion sickness, we kindly ask you to consider this carefully before booking.
Reviews(24,589)
This was truly one of the best tours I’ve been on. The Cliffs were amazing. Eve was our guide and she made the experience so wonderful. Her knowledge of history and the points of interest were so informative. She also was entertaining with her sense of humor. Sara was our driver and she also was remarkable getting us to each destination on time and having to navigate through very narrow roads. Finally our coach was very comfortable making the long day bearable. Definitely recommend this is a tour you won’t regret.
We did the tour via Wild River tours with Julia as our guide, and a driver called Kevin I think . It was really good with lots of suggestions , lots of information, Julia was really pleasant with her warm and lovely voice throughout the tour. The cliffs of Moher are awesome, would have needed more time at Galway, to walk alongside the river. At least 2,5 hours stay
If you visit Ireland for the first time, you’d see the Cliffs of Moher. The west part of country is amazing: great nature, picturesque landscapes with green grass and sheeps, wonderful small towns, interesting history. Thanks for that trip to our wonderful tour guide Brian and our driver P J. They were the best team, which i know. Their high professionalism, knowledgeable and extraordinary personality made this trip unforgettable. Highly recommend this tour with Brian and P J.
Eve and Sarah perfectly delightful! Skilled driving by Sarah was impressive and Eve’s ability to entertain and educate us with the long complex history of Ireland was amazing. And they stayed on time all day! A great way to spend the day in Ireland. We highly recommend this tour.
We had an absolutely amazing time on the Cliffs of Moher tour with Wild Rover Tours! A special shoutout to our fantastic guide, Christian, who made the entire experience so much more fun, engaging, and memorable. He shared fascinating stories and interesting details along the way, while making sure everyone felt comfortable and had a great time and a huge thank you to Paulo for being such a safe and excellent driver, especially while navigating the bumpy roads! The Cliffs of Moher were absolutely breathtaking, and the views along the way, together with our time in Galway, made the day truly unforgettable. I highly recommend this tour and if you’re lucky enough to have Christian and Paulo as your guide and driver, you’re in for a fantastic day!
Naimh and Stipe were the absolute best. Stipe was amazing at handling the city and country roads. Naimh was the best tour guide we have ever had. Coralling 60 people to arrive back at the bus on time was no easy feet but she did flawlessly.. Her local knowledge was extensive. They were the A team.
This was an amazing, light hearted, and informative tour.. the guide (Christian) had a great sense of humor which made the historical context shared more relevant and easy to remember. It was also an absolutely smooth drive (thanks Joe)!
christian and joe were absolutely amazing and made the trip very enjoyable
Christian our tour guide was amazing and made this experience so much fun. The interactive conversations and showing us around made it worth it. Joe was a fantastic driver and made funny jokes. We got there safe and sound. The cliff of mohers was beautiful and we got lucky that it wasn't foggy. Galway was good I listened to their recommendations and got fish and chips! I went solo also and enjoyed myself. I highly recommend this tour.
The views during the trip were great, but the roads get windy, which can make you car sick during parts of the drive. We had a good amount of time at Cliffs of Moher, but not very much time in Galway. We really only time to eat and take some pictures. I suppose if you bring your own lunch you would have more time, but we wanted to try the authentic food. There is a water refill station at the cliffs. If you want a lot of time in Galway, do not book this tour. If you are okay with a little introduction and just seeing everything for a few hours, book this tour! Maurice was great; he was very friendly with everyone and cared to get to know our Irish history.
