Why choose this Galway tour ?

Awarded ‘BEST IRISH EXPERIENCE’ and ‘Boat Tour of the Year in Ireland 2024’, this is the only tour that enables passengers to sail straight from Galway City to see the Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher. (All other tours require a bus).

Aran Island Ferries luxury vessels will showcase the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way coastline of Connemara and Clare before docking at the largest of the Aran Islands, Inis Mór. Passengers can explore a traditional Island culture that has survived modern life. The return journey to Galway City will bring passengers on a cruise along the iconic Cliffs of Moher. Learn some fun facts with onboard audio as we cruise along the Cliffs of Moher. Discover the nature, wildlife and beauty of Ireland’s West Coast on this day trip.

Take this opportunity to breathe the fresh air and get away from it all. Don’t forget to slow down…. you’re on Island time!



Make the most of your Galway adventure

What makes Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway City Docks a unique experience ?

This is the only tour where passengers can sail straight from Galway City. Breath the fresh sea air and admire the views of the Connemara and Clare coastline as we sail towards the Aran Islands.

Passengers can spend 4.5 hours exploring the largest of the Aran Islands, Inis Mór.

We will make our way to the Cliffs of Moher on the return journey. Formed 300 million years ago, the Cliffs rise to a magnificent height of over 200 meters which you can truly appreciate from the water. See Ireland’s largest sea bird colony, ‘An Branán Mór Sea Stack’ and a Sea Cave used in filming ‘Harry Potter & the Half Blood Prince’. Watch out for Puffins, dolphins, seals and basking sharks that call these waters home.

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels


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Included with Your Ticket

  • Audio Guide exploring the islands’ prehistoric archaeology, natural heritage and stone fortresses.

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Special Instructions:

    Please present for boarding at meeting point 30 minutes prior to ferry departure time.

    Audio Guide available: https://www.abartaheritage.ie/aran-islands-audio-guide/

    Additional information per passenger is required as per European Union (Registration of Persons Sailing on board Passenger Ships) Regulations 2019 – (S.I. No. 677/2019). These Regulations enhance passenger safety by accurately recording the number and identity of persons on board. This information will be requested upon receiving your boarding ticket or you may enter required information via this link https://bit.ly/ssi-passenger-registration

    Please be advised..

  • This Tour is Provided by Aran Island Ferries.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Dublin.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 282 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.