Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway City Docks

4.5
(418 reviews)

8 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Awarded 'BEST IRISH EXPERIENCE' and 'Boat Tour of the Year in Ireland 2024', this is the only tour that enables passengers to sail straight from Galway City to see the Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher. (All other tours require a bus).

Aran Island Ferries luxury vessels will showcase the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way coastline of Connemara and Clare before docking at the largest of the Aran Islands, Inis Mór. Passengers can explore a traditional Island culture that has survived modern life. The return journey to Galway City will bring passengers on a cruise along the iconic Cliffs of Moher. Learn some fun facts with onboard audio as we cruise along the Cliffs of Moher. Discover the nature, wildlife and beauty of Ireland’s West Coast on this day trip.

Take this opportunity to breathe the fresh air and get away from it all. Don't forget to slow down.... you're on Island time!

What's Included

Return cruise from Galway Bay to the largest Aran Islands, Inis Mór
Audio Guide exploring the islands’ prehistoric archaeology, natural heritage and stone fortresses.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
H91 PD37

Beside Port of Galway Office. If heading towards Galway city take the first entrance on the left of the Galway Harbour Hotel (H91 E9PR). If leaving Galway city take the second entrance on the right of the Galway Harbour Hotel. Proceed straight where you will be prompted by signs to enter a carpark.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • Galway Bay (Pass by)

    This is the only tour where passengers can sail straight from Galway City. Breath the fresh sea air and admire the views of the Connemara and Clare coastline as we sail towards the Aran Islands.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Inishmore

    Passengers can spend 4.5 hours exploring the largest of the Aran Islands, Inis Mór.

    3 hours 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Cliffs of Moher (Pass by)

    We will make our way to the Cliffs of Moher on the return journey. Formed 300 million years ago, the Cliffs rise to a magnificent height of over 200 meters which you can truly appreciate from the water. See Ireland’s largest sea bird colony, 'An Branán Mór Sea Stack' and a Sea Cave used in filming 'Harry Potter & the Half Blood Prince'. Watch out for Puffins, dolphins, seals and basking sharks that call these waters home.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by Aran Island Ferries

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

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