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This breath taking scenic tour includes 2 hours at the iconic Cliffs of Moher, to explore, walk, photograph, relax and take in all this world famous site has to offer. Departing Galway, your local driver guide heads to the western coastline’s famous touring route-the Wild Atlantic Way, travelling past harbours, working farms, medieval ruins, 16th-century tower houses and stone churches. Our 1st stop is the medieval Dunguaire Castle, then onto the glacio-karst landscape of the Burren, passing the 12th century Cistercian Corcomroe Abbey. Following the Wild Atlantic way, we start to see the 3 Aran Islands. Onto Doolin pier for a photo stop and a chance to feel the wild Atlantic wind in your face. Then time for lunch at Doolin Hotel-try their delicious local sea food dishes! Arriving at the Cliffs of Moher, take a stroll along the summit of the Cliffs and witness the spectacular views of huge ocean and sky. We return to Galway via Lisdoonvarna, famous for its annual match making festival.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet point: Outside Kinlay Hostel, Merchants Road, off Eyre Square, Galway City centre, H91 F2KT.
Itinerary
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1Galway
Your locally sourced and fully trained driver / guide will take you from Galway on a coastal drive along the Wild Atlantic Way, through the Burren and up to the Cliffs of Moher. En route, you will pass medieval castles, beautiful little villages, fields of dry stone walls and amazing coastal views. Your driver / guide will entertain you with insights into the geology, history and stories of the landscapes in view.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Your first stop of the day is Dunguaire Castle (The Fort of Guaire) on the approach to Kinvara. This medieval tower house castle is one of the most photographed in all of Ireland. You will have a 20 minute stop here to take some photos of the castle. From here you will follow the Wild Atlantic Way through Ballyvaughan past Blackhead and Fanore towards the picturesque village of Doolin.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Doolin Pier
The pier in Doolin is a hive of activity during the summer months with ferries coming and going to the Aran Islands. During the summer months, there is an opportunity to join a Cliffs of Moher cruise, beneath the Cliffs of Moher. (Not included). During the winter months, the power of the Atlantic Ocean can be seen as well as felt as the waves crash onto the beach and shoreline.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Doolin
We have a lunch (own cost) stop at Doolin Hotel , which offers a number of food outlets for a hearty lunch after the sea air at the pier and ahead of the Cliffs of Moher. After our lunch, we re-board the tour vehicle for the short drive to the Cliffs of Moher.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Cliffs of Moher
Once at the Cliffs of Moher, your driver / guide will present you with your entry ticket to the visitors centre, ticket included in tour price. The Cliffs of Moher is Ireland’s most visited natural attraction. Standing at 214 meters at their highest point and stretching out for 8 km along the Wild Atlantic Way. The Cliffs of Moher offer one of the most spectacular views in Ireland. Your ticket entitles you to admission to the eco-friendly visitor centre, The Atlantic Edge, exhibition brings the story of the cliffs to life.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
6The Burren
After your Cliffs of Moher stop it is time to re-board the tour vehicle, sit back and relax while your driver / guide returns you to Galway via Lisdoonvarna and the heart of the Burren. The County Clare town of Lisdoonvarna is famous for its spa well and annual Matchmaking Festival. The Burren is one of the worlds best examples of a Glacio-Karst landscape and from the tour vehicle today you will get amazing views of this lunar-like landscape. Where possible the tour vehicle will stop for photo opportunities. Our Cliffs of Moher and Burren tour returns to the departure point on Merchants Road, Galway. Time to say a final 'Good Bye' or 'Slan Abhaile' to our driver / guide.
2 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Important: A voucher (additional to Viator voucher) will be supplied after booking with departure times, departure point, directions and details. Please print out and bring with you to validate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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