PREMIUM Cliffs of Moher Day Tour One-day tour

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Description

Join us on a unique tour taking you to some of Ireland’s best loved sites. Take in dramatic vistas, see megalithic ruins, a well preserved ring fort, and take a 1hr boat tour beneath the iconic Cliffs of Moher. The cliffs are 8km long and offer panoramic views which are simply captivating. Stroll along the cliff tops and marvel at this natural wonder. Visit Caherconnell Ring Fort, built between the 10th to 12th centuries, used as a stronghold in the Burren region protecting occupants from attack. Experience the command a farmer has over his trusty sheep dog with an exhilarating sheep dog demonstration.  We’ll have lunch at nearby Doolin Village, a cute Irish village which is known for its traditional music worldwide! 

You’ll board our comfortable coach, meet our legendary guide and fellow adventurers. As we cross the country there are quaint villages, lush countryside and even some castle ruins to see as we head towards Caherconnell Fort.  Arriving at Caherconnell Fort, you will have the opportunity to stroll around this well preserved ring fort and take in its ancient history. Next to the fort you will have the opportunity to experience a sheep dog demonstration by the local farmer and learn all about sheep farming in Ireland.  Watch these amazing dogs weave and turn the flock at the farmers wish. It's time for lunch, so we head to Doolin - a beautiful village famed for its traditional music on the edge of the Atlantic (lunch not included). After lunch we will board our trusty vessel and take a boat ride along the base of the cliffs for 1 hour taking in spectacular cliff views from the ocean! The cliffs rise high above you – imposing natural formations surrounded by the dramatic and lush landscape that Ireland is known for.Not only will you experience the cliffs from the sea but you will also get to walk the cliff tops to view the Cliffs of Moher from its iconic standpoint.  After your amazing adventure to the edge of the world and back you can reminisce about your wonderful day back in Dublin. Note that during the months between November and February both the boat cruise and Caherconnell Ring Fort and Sheep farm will close.  As an alternative we are very pleased to offer Ailwee Caves, Ireland’s premier cave system, 12th century Corcomroe Abbey and the 5000yr old Poulnabrone Dolmen.

Tour departs at 7.15 from the Molly Malone Statue on Suffolk street.

What´s Included

Air conditioned Coach
Fully Guided Tour
All Entrance Fees as per Itinerary

Not Included :
Meals
Tips
Optional Activities

Additional information

  • Please arrive to the departure location 15 minutes early. 
  • *Change to Tour from 1st of November to 18th of March

    • No Boat tour - We will visit Aillwee cave  instead.
    • No sheepdog Demo - We will visit Poulnabrone Dolmen instead.

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Itinerary

DAY 1
07:15 am Depart Dublin
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07:15 am Depart Dublin

We meet at the Molly Malone statue on Suffolk Street . You’ll board our comfortable coach, meet our legendary guide and fellow adventurers, then head west out of Dublin. There are quaint villages, lush countryside and even some castle ruins to see as we head towards Caherconnell Fort. You'll be crossing the width of Ireland this morning!  

DAY 2
11:00 am CAHERCONNELL FORT & Sheep Dog Demo
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11:00 am CAHERCONNELL FORT & Sheep Dog Demo

Arriving at Caherconnell Fort, you will have the opportunity to stroll around this well preserved ring fort and take in its ancient history. If you’re lucky, you might see a few archaeologists around unearthing more secrets of the fort. Next to the fort you will have the opportunity to experience a sheep dog demonstration by the local farmer and learn all about sheep farming in Ireland.  Watch these amazing dogs weave and turn the flock at the farmers wish.

DAY 3
12:50 pm LUNCH - Doolin
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12:50 pm LUNCH - Doolin

It's time for lunch, so we head to Doolin - a beautiful village famed for its traditional music on the edge of the Atlantic. We usually go to Fitzpatrick’s Pub where the seafood is particularly good. If you like seafood, the food should leave you very satisfied. Don’t worry if you are not a fan of seafood, there are plenty of other options available.  ( lunch not included )

DAY 4
14:00 pm CLIFFS OF MOHER - 1HR BOAT TOUR
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14:00 pm CLIFFS OF MOHER - 1HR BOAT TOUR

After lunch we head to Doolin harbour just a couple of minutes away with towering views of the Cliffs of Moher at sea level. We will board our trusty vessel and take a boat ride along the base of the cliffs for 1 hour taking in spectacular cliff views from the ocean! The cliffs rise high above you – imposing natural formations surrounded by the dramatic and lush landscape that Ireland is known for.

DAY 5
15:15 pm CLIFFS TOP WALK
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15:15 pm CLIFFS TOP WALK

Not only will you experience the cliffs from the sea but you will also get to walk the cliff tops to view the Cliffs of Moher from its iconic standpoint.  You will have access to the visitors center to learn about the history of the local area, the flora, fauna and geology.  We will start our journey back to Dublin at 16:00.

DAY 6
20:00 pm ARRIVE DUBLIN
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20:00 pm ARRIVE DUBLIN

After your amazing adventure to the edge of the world and back you can reminisce about your wonderful day back in Dublin.  If you would like to explore more of the emerald isle and it's natural and cultural treasures you can take a look at www.irishdaytours.ie

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