Cliffs of Moher and Burren Day Trip: Explore Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin from Galway

Embark on a thrilling day trip from Galway to the Cliffs of Moher and Burren. Explore Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin, and stand in awe of the 700ft high cliffs. Don’t miss the scenic Wild Atlantic Way coastal route!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Dungaire Castle - Standing tall watching over Galway Bay, this iconic 1520’s castle was the Royal Palace of Guaire Aidhne, King of Connacht.
    Although the castle remains closed to the public this is your prime chance to get your picture with an Irish Castle ticked off your bucket list!
  • The Burren National Park - Witness the beautiful,…
What's Included
  • Hotel pick-up (contact the operator directly at least 24 hours before the tour to request)
  • Local guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance to Aillwee Cave
  • Hotel Drop-Off
Additional Information

As you travel southward towards the Moher Cliffs, listen to intriguing tales about the history of the Burren region from your knowledgeable driver/guide. This region reveals a landscape of exposed limestone, jagged coastal cliffs, and unique plant life. Delve into a castle located by the bay and explore the unique topography found within the Aillwee…

Location
HYDE Hotel
Forster Street
We meet outside the HYDE Hotel, Forster Street, at 9.15am. Look out for the Lally Tours Team in their blue jackets!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Aurelie_c
Jan 16, 2025
This was a great tour!... - This was a great tour! Our guide was Gery and he was amazing, he shared a lot of very interesting stories.
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Megan_g
Jan 15, 2025
A great way to see the Cliffs - We had a wonderful time on the tour. The Aillwee Cave was pretty spectacular - much more than I was expecting. It was so easy to get in and out, given that we were with the tour. It was a cold, rainy and windy day but fortunately when we got to the Cliffs the rain stopped and we got to enjoy the view. Parts of the path that follows the Cliffs was closed, but it was too windy to go that far anyway. The stop in Doolin was great. The little restaurant was really well run and we got right in and sat down. The food was really tasty, I would definitely go back again. On the way back it started to snow and our driver, John B. was nice enough to make a quick stop for some people on the bus who had never seen snow. They got to get out and enjoy it for a minute or two.
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Centerfitk
Jan 15, 2025
Worth every minute and every penny! - First off, Gerry Sweeney was an amazing guide. We got to see much of Ireland and its local history through the eyes of someone who has lived it. He was funny and charming while keeping us on track and informed. I was worried about a long bus ride, but there were ample destinations to stop at! Wasn’t excited about the cave tour…UNTIL I DID IT! Wow! It was certainly a perfect day (not including the stop for lunch!)
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Lolape7220gv
Jan 15, 2025
Picturesque and informational tours! - We went on day trips to Kylemore Abbey and the Cliffs of Moher while staying in Galway. We has the most amazing time. Both of our guides had really interesting information to share, we learned so much about the country of ireland itself and the histories of many stopping points on the way to and from. Got so many pretty pictures too!!! We highly recommend booking a tour with them and specifically Gerry!
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Jonaa9795xk
Jan 15, 2025
Incredible scenery and great tour guide - John B was an amazing tour guide. He knew all the history of the areas along the way to our destinations and made sure we were all comfortable. The scenery was incredible and we had plenty of time for photos. I highly recommend this tour.
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Lodial2025
Jan 13, 2025
A worthwhile tour by an organised and incredible team. - John B and the team at Lally tours ensured that this tour ran like clockwork. We were able to explore the scenic sites leaving Galway city to The Burren was incredible. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t on our side so we were unable to experience the magnificent views at Cliffs of Moher. However, John ensured to make the most of our tour by taking us to other sites along the way.
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S5157ezkevinw
Jan 13, 2025
Fantastic tour and life changing experience - My husband and I had a fantastic time on our Cliffs of Moher day trip. John B was knowledgeable and friendly. He expertly drove the bus while not skipping a beat of the guided tour.
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Vianap2015
Jan 12, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ John B Cliffs of Moher - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ John B. was an exceptional tour guide! His deep knowledge about the area was impressive, and he shared it in such an engaging way. He was punctual, organized, and made the entire experience seamless. John also showed genuine care for everyone in the group, ensuring we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves throughout. Highly recommend him for a smooth and memorable tour!
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Bianca
Jan 12, 2025
John B ⭐️ - Well organised, prompt tour with lovely driver John B. Interesting facts and history along the drive made for a great experience
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S9371visarahs
Jan 13, 2025
Great way to see the cliffs - John B was a great driver, incredibly friendly & knowledgeable! I went solo and had a great experience. Easy way to see the cliffs. The rest of the tour was nice and good way to see more of Ireland, but the cliffs are the real highlight
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