3-Day Cliffs of Moher, Connemara and Aran Islands Rail Tour from Dublin
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the majestic Cliffs of Moher
- Discover the rugged beauty of Connemara
- Experience the charm of the Aran Islands
- Enjoy scenic rail journeys through Ireland's countryside
- Stay in the vibrant city of Galway
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip rail travel from Dublin to Galway
- Guided tours of Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, and Aran Islands
- Accommodation in Galway for two nights
- Meals and beverages not specified in the itinerary
Meeting point
Start Location
Heuston Station, Saint James, Dublin, Ireland
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour involves moderate walking; please assess your fitness level accordingly.
- Accommodation is shared; private rooms may be available upon request.
- Meals are not included; plan to dine at local establishments.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for varied terrains.
- Bring a light rain jacket, as weather can be unpredictable.
- Ensure your camera is ready to capture stunning landscapes.
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- PLEASE NOTE: If you are booking a double occupancy room, please specify in 'Special Requirements' whether you prefer a double or a twin (2 separate beds) room (subject to availability).
- This tour offers stops en route for photographs, shopping, etc.
- Due to operational reasons it may, on occasion, be necessary to alter certain itineraries.
- Children U16 cannot book independently. They must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times.
- WHEELCHAIR POLICY: Railtours Ireland First Class ltd very successfully offers hosted railtours for the independent traveller. Our tours are a combination of train and luxury coach and include a moderate level of physical activity, such as short walks to meeting points etc. Unfortunately even the most modern luxury coaches (buses) are not wheelchair friendly, thus our tours are not suitable for those with mobility issues, and regretfully walkers, wheelchairs and mobility scooters cannot be accommodated on our tours.
Traveler reviews
Rail tour guides save the day.
We started out on the wrong foot on our first day of the tour, we missed our tour by 5 minutes. Rail tours staff were very helpful to assist us in getting back on track by sending a member of their team to get us our tour packet to us so we can continue on with the remainder of our tours the next day. On day two of our tour we met with our tour guide Anthony O’Conner, who was very helpful in assisting us by walking us to the bus stop where we would get picked up. Anthony was very pleasantly delightful to talk to as he informed us of our tour. Our bus guide David and the driver, I fail to remember the drivers name, were very pleasant and informative on the sights and history of your tour route. To my horror, I realized I thought I lost my cell phone on one of the stops, David quickly turned the bus around to help me find it, only to find out that as I kept frantically looking I had it on me. Thanks to David’s good nature and pleasant disposition, we were able to make light of the situation. Thank you Anthony and David and driver for such a great tour day and overall experience. Rail tours have great staff and tour sights to experience.
Best 3 day trip from Dublin
My tour was absolutely fabulous and the tour guide John Todd Could not have been better. He was very well informed all the information and I learn very much on this trip. Highly recommend
A Bit of a Miss so Far
The guides were great as was the accommodation at this price point. I felt slightly mislead. The operator is something like First Class Railtours. The train portion was distinctly not First Class. The legroom on the bus was unbearable for person like me who is over 6’. I could not sit facing forwards and my back was sore from sitting in a twisted position all day. Heavier people would struggle too I would guess. The tour buses drop off and pick up on the side of the road after a short walk rather than in front of the hotel which other operators seem to manage. It is not ideal when it is raining. Day 2 was a washout with no alternate program. We will see how Day 3 goes tomorrow.
A Perfect Way to See the West of Ireland
The beauty, history and variety of this tour was excellent. Our guide offered the best of Irish humor, cheerfulness and intelligence. The stops were beautifully arranged to allow enough time to explore the sites without feeling either rushed or too slow. The only time in Galway was the evening, but that is when the city comes to life.
iwe were very happy with the hotel and the excursions. very well organized and we felt well taken care of.
excellent. we like the excursions the best. staff were also excellent. there was a moment of some confusion the bus driver, Mick, made sure everything was ok before he dropped us off.