Cliffs Cruise, Aran Islands and Connemara: One-day Loop Route from Galway

Experience the best of the west of Ireland in just one day with this groundbreaking looped day trip. Explore Connemara, visit Inis Oirr, cruise under the Cliffs of Moher, and enjoy the stunning coastal drive along the Wild Atlantic Way.

Duration: 8 hours, 45 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Wild Atlantic Way - You’ll take the Wild Atlantic Way from Galway to Rossaveal, and from Doolin to Galway
  • An Spidéal - Pass An Spideal, a Gaeltacht stronghold in the west of Ireland
  • Rossaveel - Depart for Inis Oirr
  • Inisheer - Visit the island of Inis Oirr
  • O’Brien’s Castle - Check out the ruins of O’Brien’s Castle while on…
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
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Experience the best tastes of Western Ireland in an invigorating day tour. Explore and enjoy the flavors of south Connemara, Inis Oirr (the tiniest of the Aran Islands), and a picturesque boat ride beneath the towering Cliffs of Moher. Our journey continues back to mainland, showcasing the breathtaking coastal drive via the Wild Atlantic Way to Galway…

Location
HYDE Hotel
Forster Street
We meet outside the Hyde Hotel at 9am for tour check-in. 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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Thomas_c
Oct 17, 2025
Highly recommend - Phil was fantastic!! We absolutely loved our tour, the views, jokes and the information! Getting to see the Arab island and the cliffs of moher from the sea was well worth it!
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Janna_b
Oct 12, 2025
Great Experience - This was a great tour and experience. Was great to get to see the cliffs from the sea! Our guide Shawn was great. He was very knowledgeable and gave us a lot of insight into the country and this area. There are lots of options for tours and I’m so glad we went with the one going to rhe Aran Islands. YOU MUST go the horse drawn carriage ride on Ishineer island. They are given by locals who love on the island and the experience of learning from the locals is so important! Highly recommend for couples, families or even solo travelers.
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950russb
Oct 11, 2025
Aran Islands and ferry tour - Great tour within a small group. Sean and Fionn were a grest team . Sean has a great personality for this tour. Timed well and great humor. Lots of knowledge on the history and language.
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Stephen_w
Sep 27, 2025
exceptional day trip from Galway - Exceptional full day experience circumventing Galway Bay by coach and boat. Sean was an excellent guide full of great information and insights.
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Rickbel
Sep 23, 2025
Spectacular sites and Great Guide Make this tour special - The tour around Galway Bay was wonderful! The drive through the Burren National Park was spectacular! The Cliffs of Moher, Country Clare, were beautiful. And of course the Aran Island of Innisheer was captivating! Our tour guide Barry made the trip and the views come to life! We highly recommend this small group tour!!
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H4683jwchrisg
Sep 2, 2025
Enjoyable - We had a very informative and fun day, despite the disappointment of the boat trip to the Cliffs if Moher being cancelled due to the weather. Instead we went to the top, then to Innisheer Island. Walked about exploring. Connor was great, as was our amazing driver.
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798francinel
Aug 26, 2025
Lally for the Win!! - What a great day!! Barry and his team are first class! Amazing history lesson during our bus rude and truly a lovely day! Would highly highly recommend the small group tour with Lally!! ☘️
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Meghan_t
Aug 22, 2025
A Fantastic Way to Spend the Day! - Outstanding tour!! We loved every minute of this tour and Barry just made the day! Informative, funny, and easy to follow - it was a day well spent. We loved the ferry ride, and the time spent on the island. We would highly recommend this tour to others!
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Tarajfranco
Oct 9, 2025
Went on this excursion... - Went on this excursion with friends and had a blast. Rented ebikea on the island and made our own way around!
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Barbara_c
Sep 26, 2025
An Extraordinary Day - A rough beginning as our van broke down shortly after departure and Lally Tours and Phil were quick to respond and remedy the situation. Phil was full of facts, figures and anecdotes throughout the trip, all presented in humorous fashion. The scenery was spectacular, the tour company was accommodating by providing pick up near our hotel, and the day was everything we hoped for on our exploration of Ireland.
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