Cliffs of Moher and The Burren day trip from Ennis: Guided tour

Two landmarks and a Bronze Age tomb in one morning drive along the Wild Atlantic Way

A guided day trip from Ennis to the Cliffs of Moher and The Burren, with pickup included and a live English-speaking guide. The route follows the Wild Atlantic Way coastal road through The Burren's rugged landscape, stopping at Poulnabrone Dolmen, Ireland's oldest portal tomb dating back over 5,000 years. Entry to the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre is available as an add-on at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Cliffs of Moher2h
2. The Burren1h
3. Poulnabrone Dolmen1h

Cliffs of Moher and The Burren tour

• Chauffeur drive from Ennis to Cliffs of Moher
• Visit Cliffs of Moher
• Drive north along Wild Atlantic Way
• Explore scenic part of The Burren
• Stop at Poulnabrone Dolmen

The experience

You're picked up from your hotel in Ennis and driven south through Ennistymon and Lahinch to the Cliffs of Moher, where you'll have time to walk the clifftop and take in the Atlantic views. The guide knows the best spots to stand and the quieter angles most visitors miss. After sightseeing, the route heads north along the Wild Atlantic Way coastal road, cutting through the most scenic part of The Burren: a landscape of limestone pavement, hidden valleys and stone walls that stretch for miles.

The standout stop is Poulnabrone Dolmen, a portal tomb built over 5,000 years ago and the oldest of its kind in Ireland. It sits on the open moorland of The Burren, and the guide will explain what archaeologists know about the people who built it and how it has survived millennia of weather and neglect. Bottled water is provided on board, and WiFi keeps you connected if you need it during the drive.

The tour runs seven hours total and suits all fitness levels: infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available. If you want to go inside the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre, you can add that entry at checkout. Otherwise, the clifftop walk is included in the price.

What’s included

• Pickup from your Ennis hotel.
• seven-hour guided tour with a live English-speaking guide.
• bottled water on board.
• WiFi during the drive.
• stops at the Cliffs of Moher clifftop, The Burren's scenic landscape, and Poulnabrone Dolmen.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00, 08:30, 09:00 and 10:00

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by Atlantic Way Touring

Is this one for you?Book this if you want three major sights in one day with a local guide who knows Clare's history: the set route and transport included mean you move between sites without navigation decisions.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

How long does the day trip from Ennis to the Cliffs of Moher take?

The tour runs seven hours from pickup to drop-off, including the drive to the Cliffs of Moher, time to explore the clifftop, the scenic drive through The Burren, and the stop at Poulnabrone Dolmen.

What is Poulnabrone Dolmen and why is it worth seeing?

Poulnabrone Dolmen is Ireland's oldest portal tomb, built over 5,000 years ago on the open moorland of The Burren. It's a Bronze Age burial site that has survived intact, and the guide explains its history and significance during the stop.

Is entry to the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre included in this tour?

Entry to the Visitor Centre is optional and can be added at checkout. The tour includes time at the clifftop itself. The Visitor Centre is a separate paid entry if you want to go inside.

Does the tour include lunch or meals?

Lunch is not included in the tour price. Bottled water is provided on board, and you'll have time to stop for food if needed during the day.

Can I bring young children or babies on this tour?

Yes, the tour is suitable for all fitness levels. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller, and specialized infant seats are available on request.