Cliffs of Moher & Aillwee Cave Day Trip from Dublin with Boat Cruise
Sail striking coastlines, discover underground waterfalls, and travel along the Wild Atlantic Way
Stand on the edge of Ireland and descend into the earth on this epic nature adventure. After leaving Dublin, explore the winding tunnels of Aillwee Cave to discover underground waterfalls and ancient rock formations. Then, following a break at a traditional pub, board a boat to cruise beneath the Cliffs of Moher, looking up at sheer 700-foot stone walls before heading to the clifftop paths for jaw-dropping views. It’s the ultimate way to experience the legendary beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way.
What You Get With This Tour
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Experience Ireland’s west coast from sea-level, underground, and cliffside
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Expert English-speaking driver-guide
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Round-trip coach transport from Dublin
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Aillwee Cave entry ticket & guided tour
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Pub stop in Fanore village
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Cliffs of Moher entry ticket
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Cliffs of Moher boat cruise
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Guide tips
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Lunch
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins at the Molly Malone Statue on Suffolk Street
Meet your driver-guide at the Molly Malone Statue for check-in, then walk a short distance to the coach parked nearby. As you leave Dublin, watch the city fade into green farmland and stone walls as the road points west. -
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Drive west toward the Burren
Ride into Ireland’s countryside, where small towns and wide fields blur past your window. The Burren comes next, a famous stretch of gray limestone that looks almost like a rocky moonscape, carved by rain and time. -
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Explore Aillwee Cave beneath the Burren
Then, head underground into Aillwee Cave, a real cave system hidden under the Burren’s stony surface. Follow a local guide through dark tunnels and echoing chambers to see sharp rock formations, rushing waterfalls, and the geology that built this place. -
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Pause for lunch in Fanore village (at own expense)
Next, travel to Fanore, a small village along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, to grab lunch and reset. Take a breath of sea air and feel the weather shift as the coast gets closer and the wind picks up. -
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Cruise along the base of the Cliffs of Moher
After lunch, head to the water to see the Cliffs of Moher from the most dramatic angle: sea level. Board a boat and cruise beneath these towering rock walls, looking up as the cliffs stretch overhead and the Atlantic swells roll in. -
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Walk the clifftop paths at the Cliffs of Moher
Once back on land, get the opposite view from above, where the cliffs run along the coast like a giant edge over open water. Expect strong wind, wide views, and the kind of scenery that makes you stop mid-sentence. -
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Your tour ends at the Molly Malone Statue on Suffolk Street
Your tour finishes with a comfortable commute back to Dublin. You will be dropped off at the Molly Malone Statue where you started. You’ve seen Ireland’s west coast from deep underground, out on the ocean, and high above the Atlantic.
Additional Information
Good to know:
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments and is not wheelchair accessible.
Motion sickness: If you experience motion sickness, please come prepared for the boat tour.
Commute: While this tour does include travel time in the coach, rest assured that this is a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Most travelers sleep for the first part of the journey.
Toilets: Coaches do not have toilet facilities, but your driver makes multiple rest stops during the day.
WiFi: The majority of vehicles offer free onboard Wi-Fi, but signal may drop in rural areas.
Luggage: You can store luggage in the coach storage area during the tour. Please remember to take it with you at the end.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.
Your 12.5-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking driver-guide
Round-trip transportation from Dublin
Entry ticket and guided tour of Aillwee Cave
Entry ticket to the Cliffs of Moher
Boat cruise at the Cliffs of Moher
Onboard Wi-Fi (where available)
USB ports in most buses
Maximum group size of 55
What to bring:
Comfortable walking shoes
Camera
Sunglasses
Raincoat
Seasickness medication
Spending money or credit card
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tour family friendly?
Yes, this tour can work well for families, especially if everyone is comfortable with a long day on the road.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
This tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments and is not wheelchair accessible.
Is lunch included?
Lunch is not included. You’ll stop in Fanore for a pub lunch break, and you can purchase food and drinks there.
Are there bathrooms and WiFi on the coach?
Coaches do not have toilet facilities, but your driver makes multiple rest stops during the day. The majority of vehicles offer free onboard Wi-Fi, but signal may drop in rural areas.
Can I bring luggage on the bus?
Yes. You can store luggage in the coach storage area during the tour. Please remember to take it with you at the end.
I get motion sick. Should I still book this?
If you experience motion sickness, please come prepared for the boat portion of the day.





