Cliffs of Moher Private Tour from Dromoland Castle

The Cliffs, the Burren's stone maze, and a castle or two: all on your schedule

A private tour departing from Dromoland Castle that covers the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, Poulnabrone Dolmen, and the coastal village of Doolin, with a local driver and door-to-door pickup included. You set the pace and choose which stops matter most. The seven-hour itinerary is yours to shape. Cliffs of Moher admission is an optional add-on at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Cliffs of Moher2h
2. Doolinpass by
3. The Burren20m
4. Poulnabrone Dolmen20m

Explore Cliffs of Moher and Burren

• Visit Cliffs of Moher
• See Doonagore Castle
• Pass through Doolin village
• Stop at Doolin Pier
• Explore The Burren landscape
• Visit Newtown Castle
• See Poulnabrone Dolmen

The experience

The Cliffs of Moher rise over 200 meters above the Atlantic, stretching for 14 kilometres along County Clare's west coast. On clear days you can see the Aran Islands and the distant mountains of Connemara from the edge. A private Mercedes-Benz with a certified driver means you reach viewpoints and narrow coastal roads that larger tour buses cannot navigate, and you linger as long as you want without waiting for a group to reassemble.

The Burren is a limestone landscape of clints, flat stone slabs, separated by deep fissures called grykes, carved over millennia by rainwater seeping through the rock. Poulnabrone Dolmen, one of Ireland's most ancient megalithic structures, sits within this terrain. Doonagore Castle perches on a hilltop near Doolin, overlooking the ocean and the islands. Doolin itself is a small village known for traditional Irish music and a pier that opens onto the coastline. Which of these you spend time at, and how long, is entirely up to you.

The driver is a local who knows the roads and the stories. WiFi, bottled water, and device chargers are on board. The vehicle is air-conditioned. Seven hours gives you room to stop, walk, photograph, and sit with the view without rushing toward a fixed schedule.

What’s included

• Door-to-door pickup and private transportation in a luxury Mercedes-Benz.
• a local driver for seven hours.
• air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi, bottled water, and mobile device chargers on board.

Before you book

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

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

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

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by DM Executive Line

Is this one for you?A private tour suits travellers who want to set their own rhythm across the Cliffs and the Burren without the pace of a group. You travel with your own party, stop as long as you want at each site, and choose which landmarks to prioritize. The flexibility is what makes a seven-hour day feel unhurried instead of packed.

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Top questions

How high are the Cliffs of Moher and what can you see from the top?

The Cliffs of Moher rise over 200 metres (700 feet) above the Atlantic Ocean and stretch for about 14 kilometres along the coast. On clear days, the view reaches the Aran Islands and the mountains of Connemara in the distance.

What is the Burren and why is it unusual?

The Burren is a limestone landscape in County Clare defined by clints, flat stone slabs, and grykes, the deep fissures between them. This terrain formed over thousands of years as rainwater eroded the limestone, creating a distinctive pavement-like surface you can walk across.

Can I visit the Cliffs of Moher admission on this tour, or is it extra?

Cliffs of Moher admission is optional and added at checkout if you want it. The tour includes the drive and access to viewpoints. The formal admission fee is separate.

How does a private tour differ from a shared group tour of the same area?

A private tour means you travel alone or with your party in a Mercedes-Benz with a dedicated driver, set your own pace at each stop, and choose which attractions matter most to you. Larger tour buses cannot access the narrow coastal roads and hidden viewpoints this vehicle can reach.

What is included in the seven-hour tour?

The tour includes door-to-door pickup from Dromoland Castle, private transportation in an air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz, a local driver, WiFi on board, bottled water, and device chargers. Gratuities are not included.