Cliffs of Moher from Galway: Private tour with Dunguaire Castle

Drive the Wild Atlantic Way and stand at the edge of Ireland's most famous sea cliffs

A private tour from Galway to the Cliffs of Moher with hotel pickup and a professional driver, running five hours (half-day) or eight hours (full-day). The half-day route includes Dunguaire Castle and the Wild Atlantic Way before reaching the cliffs. The full-day adds Poulnabrone Dolmen, Doolin, Lahinch and the Burren. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with bottled water and WiFi on board.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Dunguaire Castle's Medieval Banquet30m
2. Poulnabrone Dolmen15m
3. Doolin1h
4. Cliffs of Moher1h

Explore Galway coast and Cliffs of Moher

• Hotel pick-up in Galway
• Visit Dunguaire Castle
• Drive along Wild Atlantic Way
• Explore Cliffs of Moher

The experience

The tour starts with pickup from your Galway hotel and heads south along the coast. Dunguaire Castle, a 16th-century tower house on Galway Bay near Kinvara, is your first stop: a restored landmark with sweeping views and a photo-worthy silhouette. From there, the route follows the Wild Atlantic Way, a winding coastal drive that passes sandy beaches, stone walls and small villages, each bend opening onto new views of the Atlantic.

The Cliffs of Moher are the centerpiece: 214 metres of limestone rising straight from the water, stretching eight kilometres along County Clare's edge. You'll have time to walk the cliff paths, take photos of the Aran Islands and Galway Bay in the distance, and feel the Atlantic wind. The visitor centre sits at the top, though entry tickets are purchased separately on the day. On the half-day tour, this is where the route ends and you return to Galway. On the full-day option, you continue inland to explore more: Poulnabrone Dolmen, a 5,000-year-old portal tomb rising from the rocky Burren landscape; the colourful village of Doolin, known for traditional music pubs and a small harbour; Lahinch, a seaside town with a long beach and a laid-back surf atmosphere; and the otherworldly terrain of Burren National Park, where limestone pavement and wildflowers dominate the landscape.

Your own professional driver handles all the navigation and stops, and the air-conditioned vehicle includes bottled water and WiFi. The pace is built around photo stops and time to walk at each site, so you're not rushed through the day. Children in prams or strollers are welcome, and the vehicle has specialized infant seats available.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• hotel pickup and return to Galway.
• a professional driver.
• bottled water on board.
• WiFi on board.

Options for this experience

2 options

Tour lasting a half day (5 hours)15 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 15:00Lasts 5 hours and includes pickup

Tour lasting a full day (8 hours)15 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 15:00Includes pickup

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day15 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 15:00

Book up to18h before

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 31 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on site€ 12

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Elite Motion Chauffeurs

Is this one for you?Choose the half-day tour if you want the Cliffs of Moher and a coastal drive without committing a full day. Pick the full-day option if you're interested in prehistoric sites, traditional Irish villages, and the raw limestone terrain of the Burren. Both routes are suitable for all fitness levels, and children in strollers travel comfortably in the vehicle.

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Top questions

What is Poulnabrone Dolmen and why is it worth seeing on the full-day tour?

Poulnabrone Dolmen is a 5,000-year-old portal tomb in County Clare, built by Neolithic farmers as a burial site. Its massive limestone slabs rise from the rocky Burren landscape and look like a giant's table, surrounded by wildflowers. It's one of Ireland's most striking prehistoric monuments and a window into the country's ancient history.

How much time do you actually spend at the Cliffs of Moher itself?

The itinerary includes dedicated time at the cliffs for walking the cliff paths and taking photos, though the exact duration depends on the pace of earlier stops. The cliffs stretch eight kilometres along the coast, so there's room to explore at your own speed once you arrive.

Do I need to buy tickets for the Cliffs of Moher visitor centre in advance?

Entry tickets for the Cliffs of Moher visitor centre are not included in the tour and can be purchased on the day of your visit at the ticket office on site. You can decide whether to enter the centre once you arrive.

What's the difference between the half-day and full-day options?

The half-day tour (five hours) covers Dunguaire Castle, the Wild Atlantic Way drive, and the Cliffs of Moher before returning to Galway. The full-day tour (eight hours) adds Poulnabrone Dolmen, the villages of Doolin and Lahinch, and time to explore Burren National Park's limestone landscape.