Cliffs of Moher: Burren and Aillwee Cave Tour

Embark on a thrilling day trip from Galway to the Cliffs of Moher and Burren. Explore Dunguaire Castle, Aillwee Cave, and Doolin, and stand in awe of the 700ft high cliffs. Don’t miss the scenic Wild Atlantic Way coastal route!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Dungaire Castle - Standing tall watching over Galway Bay, this iconic 1520’s castle was the Royal Palace of Guaire Aidhne, King of Connacht.
    Although the castle remains closed to the public this is your prime chance to get your picture with an Irish Castle ticked off your bucket list!
  • The Burren National Park - Witness the beautiful,…
What's Included
  • Hotel pick-up (contact the operator directly at least 24 hours before the tour to request)
  • Local guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance to Aillwee Cave
  • Hotel Drop-Off
Additional Information

As you travel southward towards the Moher Cliffs, listen to intriguing tales about the history of the Burren region from your knowledgeable driver/guide. This region reveals a landscape of exposed limestone, jagged coastal cliffs, and unique plant life. Delve into a castle located by the bay and explore the unique topography found within the Aillwee…

Location
HYDE Hotel
Forster Street
We meet outside the HYDE Hotel, Forster Street, at 9.15am. Look out for the Lally Tours Team in their blue jackets!
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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447joen
Jan 29, 2026
The tour and Gerry (our Guide) were craic. A must do in Galway! - The tour was on time, the bus was modern and clean, and our tour guide Gerry was extremely knowledgeable and I appreciated his Irish humor and the music played at times on the bus. We did not feel rushed at the sights and the tour covered a lot. Highly recommended.
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Angie9421
Jan 27, 2026
Atlantic Way in Winter - Great, compact tour to see the stunning landscapes of Atlantic Way without the stress of navigating the roads yourself. John B was really informative including a broad range of topics in the commentary from geology, the history of the region including the Starvation, and the local ponies! The lunch stop at Fitzie’s, Doolin was delicious (oysters were fab) - would have been nice to have a full hour there.
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Toufique_u
Jan 26, 2026
Great tour to knock out... - Great tour to knock out all the site seeing spots on this side of Ireland. Good history lesson too with knowledgeable guide.
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Nicole_d
Jan 22, 2026
John B was a fantastic... - John B was a fantastic driver and guide. He shared so much information I felt like a local! I'm sure all of their guides are good, but John B. was so good I'd do the same tour again just for the commentary. The tour itself was good. I'd have preferred more time at the Cliffs - could've skipped the caves, but I'm not really into that kind of thing so that may just be personal preference. We had enough time to walk one side of the trail completely in the time allotted, including stops for pics and the gift shop. John mentioned several times how quiet it was, so we basically had the cliffs to ourselves. I'd highly recommend going in January if you can get a sunny day because it was great to be able to stop and enjoy the views at any point without having to wrestle for photo ops. Overall, great tour.
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Climber60342748736
Jan 21, 2026
Gerry Sweeney you're the best! - Gerry Sweeney is very kind and takes great care of his clients He is knowledgeable and happy to answer questions I hope he will be our guide again next time we go back there, thank you very much, Sir Gerry Sweeney you're the best
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N8472rmkathleenf
Jan 19, 2026
Perfect way to explore without the hassle of a car! - I went with friends in January 2026 and had an amazing time on this tour! Our driver John B. was fantastic- super knowledgeable, friendly, and kept the commentary engaging throughout the drive. The caves were also a highlight and I highly recommend going on the additional guided tour of the caves that they offer. It was a great start to our trip, I recommend to anyone looking for a convenient and comfortable way to get to the Cliffs.
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A3491wtkatief
Jan 19, 2026
John B gave an incredible tour! - Our tour was fantastic!! John B was our guide/driver and he was knowledgeable, charismatic, and so engaging while also keeping a great balance of giving commentary and quiet time on the drive. The stops were great too, with the perfect amount of time at each stop. The cave tour is optional, but it’s a MUST!
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Bronwen_p
Jan 18, 2026
John B was great, and the... - John B was great, and the tour was everything! Even in January, the weather was more than tolerable. Definitely recommend!
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Susan_h
Jan 16, 2026
Wonderful! Well worth the money! - Gerry was fun, informational, and very personable! The tour was well planned and gave just the right amount of time for everything! Fitz's has the best seafood chowder! Don't miss this tour!
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Joannaai6077hm
Jan 16, 2026
Amazing - Very friendly, shared good information with a great sense of humor.
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From $58
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).