09:00 - Depart Galway.
Your locally sourced and fully trained driver / guide will take you from Galway city along the Wild Atlantic Way to the picturesque village of Doolin in County Clare.
Travelling along the Wild Atlantic Way, passing medieval castles, beautiful little villages, fields of dry stone walls and amazing coastal views.
Your driver / guide will entertain you with insights into the geology, history and stories of the landscapes in view.
10:45 - Arrive Doolin Pier
Upon arrival at the harbour area in Doolin, your driver / guide will present you with your boarding pass for the ferry to Inisheer.
Our ferry partners, Doolin2Aran Ferries have been operating from Doolin for nearly 100 years.
Today, this family run company operate the newest fleet of vessels from Doolin to the Aran Islands.
11:00 - Ferry departs Doolin
Once we're all on board the ferry, we depart for the 30 minute sailing to Inisheer.
From the ferry you get amazing views of the Clare coastline, Connemara and the Aran Islands along with some marine wildlife from time to time.
11:30 - Arrive Inisheer
Upon arrival on Inisheer, you have 2 hours of free time to explore and enjoy the smallest of the Aran Islands.
There is an ancient castle and church, famous shipwreck, lighthouse and fabulous beach all within walking distance.
Speak to your driver / guide about hiring a local tour guide or bicycle to enhance your experience.
While you're here, why not visit one of the pubs / cafes and enjoy a homemade lunch?
13:45 - Depart Inisheer
En route from Inisheer to Doolin, the ferry will detour to sail in beneath the Cliffs of Moher, subject to weather conditions. The view of the Cliffs of Moher from the sea is one of the most spectacular and has to be seen to be believed.
15:00 - Arrive Doolin Pier
Once the ferry has docked in Doolin, you re-board the tour vehicle and head straight to the visitors centre at the top of the Cliffs of Moher, entry fee included.
15:30 - Arrive Cliffs of Moher
Once at the Cliffs of Moher, your driver / guide will present you with your entry ticket to the Cliffs of Moher visitor centre, ticket included in tour price.
The Cliffs of Moher is Ireland's most visited natural attraction, standing at 214 meters at their highest point and stretching out for 8 km along the Wild Atlantic Way.
The Cliffs of Moher offers one the most spectacular views in Ireland.
Your ticket entitles you to admission to the eco-friendly visitor centre, the Atlantic Edge.
The Atlantic Edge exhibition brings the story of the cliffs to life.
16:30 - Depart Cliffs of Moher
After your Cliffs of Moher stop it is time to re-board the tour vehicle, sit back and relax while your driver / guide returns you to Galway via Lisdoonvarna and the Burren. The County Clare town of Lisdoonvarna is famous for it's Spa well and annual Matchmaking Festival. The Burren is one of the worlds best examples of a Glacio-Karst landscape and from the tour vehicle today you will get amazing views of this lunar-like landscape. Where possible the tour vehicle will stop for photo opportunities.
18:30 - Arrive Galway
Our Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Tour terminates at our departure point on Merchants Road, Galway.
Time to say a final 'Good Bye' or 'Slan Abhaile' to your driver / guide.
