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Come discover the world-famous Cliffs of Moher on the scenic coastal Wild Atlantic Way route. This tour includes a 6 hour stop at the Cliffs of Moher and a self-guided walk from the village of Doolin along the Cliff path to the Cliffs of Moher visitor centre. If walking, photography, breathtaking scenery and invigorating Atlantic sea air is your thing, this tour is for you!
Your local driver/guide will take you on a fascinating journey along the Wild Atlantic Way, through the lunar-like landscape of the Burren and on to the Cliffs of Moher.
Your driver/guide will drop you at the Quay at Doolin, from here you start the 8km self-guided walk via the village of Doolin along the Cliff path to the Cliffs of Moher. Rendezvous with your driver / guide and the tour coach at the Cliffs of Moher visitor centre at 4.30pm and then return to Galway via Lisdoonvarna, home to the famed match making festival and once again through the limestone, glacio-karst landscape that makes up the unique Burren.
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Duration: 1 day
Starts: Galway, Ireland
Trip Category: Shore Excursions >> Ports of Call Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Galway, County Galway, Ireland
Come discover the world-famous Cliffs of Moher on the scenic coastal Wild Atlantic Way route. This tour includes a 6 hour stop at the Cliffs of Moher and a self-guided walk from the village of Doolin along the Cliff path to the Cliffs of Moher visitor centre. If walking, photography, breathtaking scenery and invigorating Atlantic sea air is your thing, this tour is for you!
Your local driver/guide will take you on a fascinating journey along the Wild Atlantic Way, through the lunar-like landscape of the Burren and on to the Cliffs of Moher.
Your driver/guide will drop you at the Quay at Doolin, from here you start the 8km self-guided walk via the village of Doolin along the Cliff path to the Cliffs of Moher. Rendezvous with your driver / guide and the tour coach at the Cliffs of Moher visitor centre at 4.30pm and then return to Galway via Lisdoonvarna, home to the famed match making festival and once again through the limestone, glacio-karst landscape that makes up the unique Burren.
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Pass By: Wild Atlantic Way The Atlantic Coast of Ireland, Galway Ireland
Fill your lungs with its salty air, expand your mind with its creativity and culture, share a smile with its lively locals and open your heart to its incredible experiences. This is captivating coastal life from head to toe, northern reaches Malin Head to southern corners Mizen Head. Soak up every drop. Embrace the Wild Atlantic Way of life.
Pass By: Fanore Beach, Fanore Ireland
Fanore (meaning “the golden slope”) is a small village in County Clare, on the west coast of Ireland. Lying on the road between Ballyvaughan and Doolin, Fanore has an extensive sandy beach and sand dunes (known as the “Rabbit Warren”) around the mouth of the Caher River. It is also officially recognised as the longest village in Europe
Stop At: Doolin, Doolin, The Burren, County Clare
Doolin village is a vibrant place full of characters, stories, and experiences and is home to some of the region’s best accommodation, eateries, and beautiful local shops. The people of Doolin are passionate about their community and look forward to welcoming you with open arms.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Cliffs of Moher, Lislorkan North, Liscannor Ireland
The Cliffs of Moher are sea cliffs located at the southwestern edge of the Burren region in County Clare. They run for about 14 kilometres (9 miles). At their southern end, they rise 120 metres (390 ft) above the Atlantic Ocean at Hag’s Head, and, 8 kilometres (5 miles) to the north, they reach their maximum height of 214 metres (702 ft) just north of O’Brien’s Tower,[4] a round stone tower near the midpoint of the cliffs, built in 1835 by Sir Cornelius O’Brien, then continue at lower heights. The closest settlements are the villages of Liscannor 6 km (4 miles) to the south, and Doolin 7 km (4 miles) to the north.
From the cliffs, and from atop the tower on a clear day, visitors can see the Aran Islands in Galway Bay, the Maumturks and Twelve Pins mountain ranges to the north in County Galway, and Loop Head to the south.
Please be at the meet point at least 15 minutes before departure time.
Duration: 6 hours
