Day Trip from Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, Wild Atlantic Way, Burren and Galway City
by Wild Rover Tours
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Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€150Overview
This full-day bus tour lasts about 13 hours, starting early in Dublin with two pickup locations. The coach departs at 6:55 AM from Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin or at 7:00 AM from College Green. Passengers should arrive 10 minutes early and find the grey Wild Rover Tours bus. The driver focuses on safety while a professional guide provides commentary and entertainment, including Irish music played on the coach. Before arriving at the Cliffs of Moher, the bus passes Bunratty Castle for photo opportunities. Upon arrival at the Cliffs just before 11 AM, guests receive a premium ticket for fast-track entry and have two hours to explore on their own. The Visitor Centre offers refreshments, and visitors can walk along the cliffs to see the Atlantic Ledge and local wildlife. The guide points out the best viewpoints and photography spots. Passengers keep their seats reserved on the coach during this time. After the Cliffs, the tour follows the Wild Atlantic Way coastline to Galway City, traveling through the Burren National Park. Weather permitting, there is a stop for photos of the Burren’s limestone landscape and its diverse plant species. The guide shares stories, history, and Irish folklore while traveling this route. If the coastal road is closed, the tour takes the Corkscrew route with views of the Burren and the Wild Atlantic Way. In Galway, the coach parks near Eyre Square around 2:30 PM. Guests can join a complimentary guided walking tour of about 20 minutes, visiting landmarks such as the Spanish Arch and Lynch's Castle, or explore the city independently. Galway is known for its music, artisan shops, and local eateries. The guide offers recommendations for food and places to visit. The stop in Galway lasts about two hours. The return coach departs Galway around 4:30 PM and arrives back in Dublin near O'Connell Bridge by approximately 7:40 PM, depending on traffic. Rest breaks are provided during the journey, but the coach does not have onboard restrooms. Luggage, including suitcases, can be brought on the tour at no extra charge. Onboard WiFi and air conditioning are available throughout the day.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Dublin Departure Points
Departure is at 6:55 AM from Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin, 23 Upper O'Connell Street, or at 7:00 AM from Bus Stop, 33 College Green, Dublin 2, D02 DD76 (next to Hawksmoor Restaurant). Passengers should arrive 10 minutes early with their voucher ready, either printed or on a phone. The bus is grey and marked WILD ROVER TOURS on the side.
10 min
Photo Stop at Bunratty Castle
Before reaching the Cliffs of Moher, there is a slow touring drive-by allowing passengers to take photos of Bunratty Castle.
Cliffs of Moher Visit with Fast-Track
Arriving just before 11 AM at the Cliffs of Moher, guests receive fast-track entry and a Visitor Centre ticket from the guide. They can get coffee or a light snack before walking along the Atlantic Ledge. The walk features diverse wildlife and changing light, with the guide pointing out the best photo spots depending on season and sunlight. Visitors have two hours to explore, 30 minutes longer than other Dublin day tours. Belongings remain safe on the coach, with seats reserved for the day.
120 min
Wild Atlantic Way to Galway
From the Cliffs of Moher, the tour proceeds to Galway City via the Wild Atlantic Way, the coastal route from County Clare to County Galway. The journey passes through Burren National Park, where the guide shares music, folklore, history, art, and culture.
Alternative Burren Route and Landscape
If the coastal road is closed, the tour takes the Corkscrew route from the Cliffs towards Galway. This route includes a photo stop at The Burren’s unique landscape, weather permitting. The Burren hosts over 70% of Ireland's flower species, with Arctic–alpine and Mediterranean Basin plants growing side-by-side due to its unusual environment.
Galway Bay Drive-By
The tour includes a drive-by of Galway Bay.
Galway City Optional Walk
Arriving in the centre of Galway City at approximately 2.30 PM, the coach parks near Eyre Square. The guide offers an optional walking tour lasting about 20 minutes, visiting places such as the Spanish Arch and Lynch's Castle. The city centre is pedestrianised, and many passengers choose to explore independently. Galway is noted for its musical reputation, craft shops, small family stores, and artisan cafes. Local fish and chips from the Atlantic can be enjoyed at nearby food venues. Overnight stays in Galway are possible, and depending on availability, a free return seat to Dublin can be requested for another day. Rest stops are included on the route to the Cliffs and back, but there are no bathrooms on board.
120 min
Return to Dublin City
The coach returns to Dublin City at approximately 7.40 PM, depending on traffic and departure time in Galway after a guaranteed two-hour stop. Drop off is on D'Olier Street, 100 metres from O'Connell Bridge and near Trinity College and Temple Bar.
5 min
Meeting point
Second pickup location: Bus Stop, 33 College Green, Dublin 2, D02 DD76. (next to Hawksmoor Restaurant) The guide will have the manifest of passengers names and the coach will be grey in colour with a silver company logo of a dog. Departure time 7 AM. (please be there at least 10 minutes prior).
End point
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.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Day Trip from Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, Wild Atlantic Way, Burren and Galway City
by Wild Rover Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€150Overview
This full-day bus tour lasts about 13 hours, starting early in Dublin with two pickup locations. The coach departs at 6:55 AM from Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin or at 7:00 AM from College Green. Passengers should arrive 10 minutes early and find the grey Wild Rover Tours bus. The driver focuses on safety while a professional guide provides commentary and entertainment, including Irish music played on the coach. Before arriving at the Cliffs of Moher, the bus passes Bunratty Castle for photo opportunities. Upon arrival at the Cliffs just before 11 AM, guests receive a premium ticket for fast-track entry and have two hours to explore on their own. The Visitor Centre offers refreshments, and visitors can walk along the cliffs to see the Atlantic Ledge and local wildlife. The guide points out the best viewpoints and photography spots. Passengers keep their seats reserved on the coach during this time. After the Cliffs, the tour follows the Wild Atlantic Way coastline to Galway City, traveling through the Burren National Park. Weather permitting, there is a stop for photos of the Burren’s limestone landscape and its diverse plant species. The guide shares stories, history, and Irish folklore while traveling this route. If the coastal road is closed, the tour takes the Corkscrew route with views of the Burren and the Wild Atlantic Way. In Galway, the coach parks near Eyre Square around 2:30 PM. Guests can join a complimentary guided walking tour of about 20 minutes, visiting landmarks such as the Spanish Arch and Lynch's Castle, or explore the city independently. Galway is known for its music, artisan shops, and local eateries. The guide offers recommendations for food and places to visit. The stop in Galway lasts about two hours. The return coach departs Galway around 4:30 PM and arrives back in Dublin near O'Connell Bridge by approximately 7:40 PM, depending on traffic. Rest breaks are provided during the journey, but the coach does not have onboard restrooms. Luggage, including suitcases, can be brought on the tour at no extra charge. Onboard WiFi and air conditioning are available throughout the day.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Dublin Departure Points
Departure is at 6:55 AM from Hotel Riu Plaza The Gresham Dublin, 23 Upper O'Connell Street, or at 7:00 AM from Bus Stop, 33 College Green, Dublin 2, D02 DD76 (next to Hawksmoor Restaurant). Passengers should arrive 10 minutes early with their voucher ready, either printed or on a phone. The bus is grey and marked WILD ROVER TOURS on the side.
10 min
Photo Stop at Bunratty Castle
Before reaching the Cliffs of Moher, there is a slow touring drive-by allowing passengers to take photos of Bunratty Castle.
Cliffs of Moher Visit with Fast-Track
Arriving just before 11 AM at the Cliffs of Moher, guests receive fast-track entry and a Visitor Centre ticket from the guide. They can get coffee or a light snack before walking along the Atlantic Ledge. The walk features diverse wildlife and changing light, with the guide pointing out the best photo spots depending on season and sunlight. Visitors have two hours to explore, 30 minutes longer than other Dublin day tours. Belongings remain safe on the coach, with seats reserved for the day.
120 min
Wild Atlantic Way to Galway
From the Cliffs of Moher, the tour proceeds to Galway City via the Wild Atlantic Way, the coastal route from County Clare to County Galway. The journey passes through Burren National Park, where the guide shares music, folklore, history, art, and culture.
Alternative Burren Route and Landscape
If the coastal road is closed, the tour takes the Corkscrew route from the Cliffs towards Galway. This route includes a photo stop at The Burren’s unique landscape, weather permitting. The Burren hosts over 70% of Ireland's flower species, with Arctic–alpine and Mediterranean Basin plants growing side-by-side due to its unusual environment.
Galway Bay Drive-By
The tour includes a drive-by of Galway Bay.
Galway City Optional Walk
Arriving in the centre of Galway City at approximately 2.30 PM, the coach parks near Eyre Square. The guide offers an optional walking tour lasting about 20 minutes, visiting places such as the Spanish Arch and Lynch's Castle. The city centre is pedestrianised, and many passengers choose to explore independently. Galway is noted for its musical reputation, craft shops, small family stores, and artisan cafes. Local fish and chips from the Atlantic can be enjoyed at nearby food venues. Overnight stays in Galway are possible, and depending on availability, a free return seat to Dublin can be requested for another day. Rest stops are included on the route to the Cliffs and back, but there are no bathrooms on board.
120 min
Return to Dublin City
The coach returns to Dublin City at approximately 7.40 PM, depending on traffic and departure time in Galway after a guaranteed two-hour stop. Drop off is on D'Olier Street, 100 metres from O'Connell Bridge and near Trinity College and Temple Bar.
5 min
Meeting point
Second pickup location: Bus Stop, 33 College Green, Dublin 2, D02 DD76. (next to Hawksmoor Restaurant) The guide will have the manifest of passengers names and the coach will be grey in colour with a silver company logo of a dog. Departure time 7 AM. (please be there at least 10 minutes prior).
End point
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.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.