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15 Best Aran Islands Tours

The Aran days from Galway: Inisheer by ferry with cliff cruises beneath Moher on the way home, stone-wall mazes and Irish spoken as the working language. The islands run on bike, pony trap and weather; plan accordingly.

1.Galway to Inisheer Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher and Boat Trip

Discover Ireland’s stunning landscapes on this full-day tour from Galway, visiting Inisheer, the Cliffs of Moher, and enjoying a boat cruise beneath the cliffs.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Absolutely lovely experience! We would recommend this tour to anyone traveling in Galway. Our tour guide Phil was amazing and really made the trip for me and my friends! He had great commentary throughout the trip and was super helpful with our questions and great…”

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3.Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise sailing from Galway City Docks

Discover the scenic beauty of Ireland with a full-day ferry tour from Galway to the Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher, offering stunning views and authentic experiences.

★ 4.5

“This package was not very clearly written. We thought this would be a smaller boat with more of a tour. It was basically a ferry ride to the Aran Island where you landed spent several hours in your own at your expense and then on…”

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4.Small Group – Cliffs Cruise, Aran Islands AND Connemara in One Day from Galway

Explore Ireland's highlights on a small-group day tour from Galway, including the Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands, and Connemara with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“The best Cliffs of Moher and Aran Islands tour! Barry was a phenomenal tour guide. Truly made it such a wonderful experience. Aswin was the best tour bus driver I have had to date!”

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5.Cliffs Of Moher Hiking Tour from Doolin – Small Group

Experience the stunning Cliffs of Moher on a small-group guided hike from Doolin, combining scenic views, local stories, and authentic Irish charm for $39.39.

★ 5.0

“Great way to enjoy the views without the bus crowds! Phil maintained a steady pace interspersed with stops, during which he shared interesting facts and folklore. Very entertaining experience and great exercise too!”

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6.Aran Islands Bike Tour with Tea & Scones – Day Trip to Inisheer from Doolin

Discover the Aran Islands on a full-day bike tour from Doolin, including ferry, guides, and tea & scones, for an authentic Irish experience.

★ 5.0

“We just completed a bike tour of Inisheer on the Aran Islands, and it was absolutely fantastic! Our guide, Tommy, was outstanding—friendly, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable about the island’s history and culture. He made the experience enjoyable for everyone, accommodating all ages and fitness levels…”

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9.Guided Doolin Cave Tour: Experience Europe’s Largest Stalactite

Discover Europe's largest stalactite with a 50-minute guided cave tour near Galway, Ireland. Perfect for curious adventurers and nature lovers.

★ 4.5

“The history, the cavern, and the little fish in the cave stream. Guide was patient to let us get a view of the cave creature. Tour guide was very informative, friendly, and cautioned us of the low ceiling and why it wasn’t heighten.”

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11.Cliffs of Moher, Aran Island & Burren tour from Galway. Guided.

Explore the iconic Cliffs of Moher from land and sea, visit the Aran Islands and Burren on this guided day trip from Galway, offering stunning views and authentic experiences.

★ 4.5

“This excursion was more than we expected. Seeing the cliffs from a boat on the water and then taking the bus to the top.of the cliffs was amazing. That is sight not to be missed.”

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12.Aran Knitting, History and Heritage in the Burren

Discover the art of Aran knitting on a private farm tour in Galway's Burren, blending tradition, landscape, and homemade Irish fare in an intimate setting.

★ 5.0

“I thoroughly enjoyed my time with Stephanie and walked away with new knitting skills I could try out on my next project! Stephanie was kind, welcoming, and a fantastic and patient teacher. It was nice learning from her and seeing her beautiful studio space and…”

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13.Inis Meáin (Aran Islands) Day Trip: Return Ferry from Rossaveel, Galway

Discover Inis Meáin on a flexible day trip from Galway, featuring scenic ferry rides, independent exploration, and authentic island life for about $47.

“This island is the island less traveled. The smallest of the Aran Islands, we loved hiking around the village meeting the locals (very friendly and helpful). The view of the Cliffs of Moher was stunning as well as the surrounding area. If you need to…”

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15.Private Transfer between SHANNON & DOOLIN | Premium Vehicles

Enjoy a private, luxurious transfer between Shannon Airport and Doolin with professional chauffeurs, modern vehicles, and personalized service for seamless travel.

★ 5.0

“As a part of our self-designed tour of Ireland, we needed to get from Doolin to the Shannon Airport in order to pick up a rental car. I was very impressed with the professionalism of the company from my first contact with them. I am…”

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