Small Group Cliffs of Moher and Castle Tour from Dublin
Description
Spend an unforgettable day travelling from Dublin to the west of Ireland. Explore the word famous Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle and the Burren. You can relax in your spacious tour vehicle (25 passengers maximum) whilst you enjoy a wonderful day in the Irish countryside.
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Itinerary
Arrive at Bunratty around 11:30 and enjoy a 2 hour visit to medieval Bunratty Castle and Folk Park in Co. Clare. The Castle is an amazing example of a 15th century townhouse in excellent condition and the Folk Park shows what life was like in the area over the centuries. If you fancy a refreshing pint or a late lunch perhaps pop into adjacent Durty Nelly's Pub - entertaining the castle guardsmen for centuries.
Arrive in the tiny village of Liscannor around 14: 15 and look forward to a delicious local lunch. There are wonderful seasonal options to choose from including meats, seafood, vegetarian, vegan, soups and sandwiches.
Around 15:30 you'll arrive at the world famous Cliffs of Moher, one of the world's great natural attractions where you can enjoy a relaxing walk and breathtaking views. Rising 820 feet above sea- level and standing only 100 feet shorter than the Eiffel Tower, the Cliffs offer a stunning overlook of the Galway Bay, Aran Islands, and the rugged Connemara wilderness. You will also have the chance to see many of the 30,000 bird colonies nesting along the Cliffs and explore cliffside trails. You will have plenty of time to enjoy all the Cliffs have to offer with this one hour and thirty minute stop – the perfect amount of time based upon years of guest feedback. Depart Cliffs of Moher for Dublin at 17:00.
We'll drop you right downtown at College Green between 20:00 - 20:30 depending on traffic and weather conditions. You can reach all parts of the city from here on public transport or by taxi. You are also only metres away from some of the best pub and restaurant areas in nearby Temple Bar and Grafton Street shopping district. Thank you for choosing our premium small group tour to Cliffs of Moher!
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age for this tour is 6 years (the price charged is per seat - there is no reduced price for children, students or seniors)
Reviews(324)
Be aware--this tour crosses from one coast to the other in Dublin, so it is a loooong day, although being on a van versus a tourist bus was helpful. (Be prepared, the weather was warm and sunny--yes, we got lucky--but it was freezing on the bus so we needed our coats after all.) We appreciated getting to see the Cliffs of Moher without having to book a car and try driving on the "other side of the road." And the cliffs are beautiful to see, well worth the visit. Also worthwhile was the ice cream for sale in a booth past the cliff tower--delicious! For me, the surprise of the trip was our stop at Bunratty Castle. I had not expected much, perhaps a wander through some ruins. But, in fact, this castle, while small, was in reasonably good shape. It was easy to imagine how life at the castle might have been back in the day. There are several twists and turns, and some negotiation was needed to get up the narrow stairways with other tourists coming down, but well worth it. Additionally, the entire village has been restored here, so we got to see small residences, the school building, and much more. Again, this was a long day, but it was worth the trip!
Seeing the Irish countryside was my favorite part of our long trip and that might not have been the case without Kieran’s excellent guidance. From airport pickup in Dublin, to Cong and Galway, then Cliffs of Moher and Killarney, to Blarney Castle and back to Dublin. It was such an easy way to see so many different parts of such a beautiful country. Kieran was knowledgeable and funny and had the best recommendations at each city we stopped in. He made me want to keep learning about Ireland and recommended great films to encourage our curiosity.
Richard was a wonderful guide and host. We learned so much and had a great time! Loved the small size of the tour group.
Peter was a terrific guide. Learned a lot about Ireland as we travelled. Coach mini-bus was very comfortable.
Cancelled trip with no notification. Terrible communication. Left us standing in the front of hotel waiting. Notification was buried and hard to find.
The driver Liam was the best tour guide we have ever experienced. If you can request him do so. He had knowledge for days.
This company canceled on us last minute, left us completely stranded. The cancellation was so late that we could not even book another tour in the time allotted and ruined our entire itinerary. Considering we are tourist and have limited time it is very inconsiderate to cancel last minute. Please read other reviews. We were not the only ones with a poor review of this company. Consider this when booking with this company.
We were extremely pleased with the private (2 people) day tour that we booked from Dublin to the Burren and Cliffs of Moher. The Cliffs are profoundly amazing even when the weather is crap which is was – we spent 2 wonderful hours there getting pelted by rain! We think took many people view the Burren as warmup act for the Cliffs but they are a headliner in an of themselves! Our guide, Richie, was great! He’s an excellent driver and absolute gentleman who customized the trip to give us plenty of time to take in the amazing, breathtaking scenery. The vehicle was posh and comfy. Our guide Richie gave us space to enjoy the sites on our own but was also at ease on the drive, chatting about Irish history, the local geography, and current events. Because a private tour was a big splurge for us, we researched over a dozen options. We settled on Elegant Irish Tours based on itinerary, cost, responsiveness to email inquiry and Tripadvisor reviews. We picked right and loved our tour!
Dear Guest, Thank you for your business and this wonderful 5 star review! We are delighted that you enjoyed the day with Richie and hope we will have the opportunity to welcome you on a private tour again sometime!
Tour was canceled without being given a reason, still trying to get a refund from viator but am not having any luck. Next time I will book directly through the tour operator
A fantastic trip! Our driver (Peter) was wonderful and provided tons of local info along the drive. The Cliffs were beautiful and Bunratty Castle was very interesting. Highest recommendation!
