On a Wild Rover Tour you will journey through incredible unspoilt landscapes, quaint traditional villages, historic landmarks, friendly communities and all the green fields you could ever imagine. Escape the city to discover the true essence of this mystical country on a day trip from Dublin.
Ireland is well known as the land of poets, storytellers, myths and legends, and at Wild Rover they are committed to helping you unearth this ancient isle’s secrets. Because they value good storytelling, their guides are experts in Irish history and folklore and will be with you every step of the way to answer your questions. Learn more about the enchanting locations they explore on their day trips from Dublin.
Day trips from Dublin only.
Full Day Tour
Cliffs of Moher
Departing at 7:00am and 7:10am (dependent on pick up location) your day tour to the Cliffs of Moher & Galway from Dublin will travel through Kildare and Limerick before arriving in County Clare. We will pass by Bunratty Castle, a 15th-century medieval Norman fortress, and on through Lahinch, a world famous surfing and golfing destination.
Arriving at the Cliffs of Moher at approximately 11:00 AM you will be struck by their enormity. The cliffs are 214m high at the highest point and run for 8 kilometres along the western seaboard of County Clare. The sheer height of the cliffs and the spectacular views are sure to leave a lasting impression. During your 2 hours stop at the cliffs, you can choose to Visit O’Brien’s Tower, which stands proudly on a headland off these wonderful cliffs, and enjoy views of the Aran Islands and Galway Bay. You will have the opportunity to purchase light hot meals, packed lunch’s, hot and cold drinks and enjoy them either indoors or outdoors at the Cliffs of Moher, The choice is yours.
Your tour includes a premium admittance ticket to The Atlantic Edge interpretive centre. Here you can see photographs, exhibits, displays and experiences that will add extra insight to the Cliffs of Moher. Continue the tour to The Ledge virtual reality cliff face adventure shown in the audiovisual theatre allowing you to experience life at the cliff face both above and below sea level.
Wild Atlantic Way and the Burren
Departing from the Cliffs of Moher at 1:00 PM, we continue our scenic journey along the Wild Atlantic Way through the Burren National Park. Here you can see 75% of Ireland’s native flora as well as ancient monuments, including megalithic tombs (which are older than the pyramids!), fairy forts and famous Celtic crosses.
Travelling around the scenic Galway Bay, you will be treated to stunning ocean views and points of interest such as Blackhead Lighthouse, Dunguaire Castle and Kinvara fishing village. Storytellers at heart, our tour guides will unlock centuries worth of stories to keep you entertained.
In the event of road closure on the coastal road we will take the ”Cork Screw route” from the Cliffs towards Galway. On this route, you will see The Burren’s Unique Landscape (photo stop included IF WEATHER PERMITS) and views along The Wild Atlantic Way.
Schedule: Every day, all year around
Except: 17/03, Easter Sunday and 24-26/12
Departs: 6.55hrs at HOTEL RIU PLAZA THE GRESHAM DUBLIN, 23 Upper O’Connell Street, Dublin
Returns: 19.30hrs D’Olier Street, near O´Connell Bridge, Dublin 2.
