The 15 Best Wild Atlantic Way Tours

1.Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, including Wild Atlantic Way and Galway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23,331 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $90Our pick

Travel from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher, across the Burren and along the Wild Atlantic Way to Galway. You get two hours at the cliffs, a short optional Galway walk, onboard Wi-Fi, entry fees, and lively commentary. Guides such as David, Stephen, Sarah, Eve, and Daithi are praised for music, humor, and Irish storytelling.

“This booked experience was great! Sarah and Eve were great, knowledgeable and funny. They made the experience comfortable, pleasant and very informational.”

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2.Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, Burren, Wild Atlantic Way, Galway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12,924 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $94

Leave central Dublin at 6:45 a.m. for the Cliffs of Moher, Burren, Wild Atlantic Way, and Galway. Ride an air-conditioned coach with a guide, Wi-Fi, and included Cliffs admission. Expect Irish stories, music, scenic drives, about two hours at the cliffs, and 1.5 to 2 hours in Galway. Guides may include Aoife, Oli, Conor, or Jacko.

“Excellent, relaxing way to experience some of the west coast of Ireland in a day from Dublin. Better Irish music in the coach would've made it magical. Like Shane macgowan, Sinéad ó Conor, Damian rice etc rather than the Irish schlock on the playlist! Would also suggest the more information the guide gives the better.”

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3.Cliffs of Moher Day Tour from Dublin: Including The Wild Atlantic Way

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,195 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $90

This 12-hour Paddywagon tour leaves central Dublin at 7:40 am for Kinvara, Dunguaire Castle, the Burren, Doolin, and the Cliffs of Moher. You get an air-conditioned coach, WiFi, USB charging, live commentary, and the €10 Cliffs visitor ticket. Guides such as Liam, Michael, Gerry, and Brian are known for mixing Irish history with humor.

“The information given by the driver Gerry was excellent. He talked about all the known sites and also the unknown. Super sense of humor! He even encouraged passenger participation with questions and EVEN taught some of the Old Irish language. The tour stops were set up just right and the along the ocean was special. The ride was very comfortable and smooth. Superb Tour! Thanks!!”

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4.Cliffs of Moher Day Tour from Cork: Including Wild Atlantic Way

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 350 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $82

This full-day Paddywagon trip leaves Cork at 7:45 a.m. for the Cliffs of Moher, Burren, Doolin, Limerick, and Bunratty Castle. You get 1.5 hours at the cliffs, an English-speaking driver-guide, WiFi, admission, and a scenic Atlantic coast drive. Guides vary, with Paul, Kevin, Michael, Brian, and others praised for strong storytelling.

“Wonderful way to tour around Cork. Tour guide Jammie was knowledgeable and funny. I definitely recommend this. Great way to spend a day and learn about the history of this great city.”

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5.Cliffs of Moher Day Tour from Limerick: Wild Atlantic Way

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 286 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $70

Travel from Arthurs Quay in Limerick to the Cliffs of Moher, with time for the Atlantic Edge exhibition, lunch in Liscannor, a Burren coastal drive, and a short Bunratty Castle stop. Guides including Kevin, Martin, Michael, Ahmed, and Ziko have led departures. Expect a full day, fixed timing, and a coach holding up to 40 people.

“Cliffs of Moher trip with Michael. Michael was very informative and funny. Made the tour interesting. A very good and patient driver on those busy narrow roads!”

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6.Cliffs of Moher, Burren and Wild Atlantic Way day tour from Galway city

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 116 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $102

Travel from Galway along the Wild Atlantic Way with a local driver-guide, stopping at Dunguaire Castle, Doolin Pier, Fanore, Black Head, and the Cliffs of Moher. You get two hours at the cliffs, a lunch stop in Doolin, and commentary on Irish history, geology, and local stories. Guides vary, with Pavel, Phil, Gerry, Alan, and Paddy among those praised for their humor and clear storytelling.

“It was a great trip to the Cliffs and back. Our driver gave us great information and history of the area as we drove. I do recommend this day trip from Galway.”

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7.2 Day Wild Atlantic Way Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 91 reviews · from $226

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Dublin to the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, Doolin, Dingle Peninsula, and Killarney National Park. Guides such as Alex, Edward, Danny, Rory, and Vincent may lead the trip. Expect long driving days, one hostel night, optional horse rides, and excellent Atlantic scenery.

“Paddywagon is a classic Ireland experience and gets you to the major sites. However - the itinerary is intentionally vague, the overnight is on the dingle peninsula and the tour does not go to the town of dingle. Also - all lodging and meals are at Paddywagon owned facilities, the same with the extra horse carriage rides. This was disheartening as it does not give a true experience or invest in local economies, and felt a bit like a pyramid scheme. If you get motion sick or if you’re looking for a guided tour, this isn’t it. Paddywagon drivers get you from A to B and hope you get a…”

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8.Dingle Peninsula Day Tour from Limerick: The Wild Atlantic Way

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $66

Spend about 11 hours traveling from Limerick through Adare, Killarney, Inch Beach, Slea Head, and Dingle. Your driver-guide handles the narrow roads and adds local stories, Irish phrases, songs, and history. Guides such as Michael, Paudie, Paul, and Joe have made this a memorable day for many, though timing and communication can vary.

“Very good tour...just a long day by the time you pick up at other locations. Tour guide was very good with a good sense of humor. Tour sites were great and weather cooperated this day.”

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9.Coasteering on Irelands Wild Atlantic Way

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $92

Meet guides Danny or Steve near Ballyconneely for a 2.5-hour coasteering session on Connemara’s Atlantic coast. You’ll swim, scramble, climb through gullies and caves, and choose from cliff jumps suited to your ability. Wetsuits, helmets, gloves, buoyancy aids, shorts, and runners are provided.

“Excellent adventure. My family is very adventurous. Rock climbing took some skill. Cliff jumping was the best. Danny was a great instructor. Took every precaution and catered to everyone’s needs and levels of ability”

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10.2-Day Wild Atlantic Way Tour From Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 40 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $239

Travel from Dublin to Ireland’s west and southwest with Paddywagon Tours, stopping at Kinvara, the Burren, Doolin, and the Cliffs of Moher before spending the night near the Dingle Peninsula. Day two brings Killarney National Park and the Ring of Kerry area. Expect long drives, lively guides such as Cash, Danny, and Val, included meals, and a flexible schedule.

“we would recommend this trip to everyone very orgainised,on time the BandB IN Annascaul was lovely very comfortable only problem no hair dryer food was good the music in the pub was great overall great trip the bus drivers were fantastic with history storytelling and good fun only problem it rained the on second day....”

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11.Connemara, Kylemore Abbey and Wild Atlantic Way tour from Galway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $95

Spend about nine hours touring Connemara from Galway with a local driver-guide. See Screebe Waterfall, Pine Island, Clifden, Sky Road, Lough Inagh, and the Connemara Giant. Choose three hours hiking in Connemara National Park or visiting Kylemore Abbey and its Victorian Walled Garden. Transport is included, but admission to Kylemore costs extra.

“Parcours très bien conçu à bord d'un petit bus qui permet de pénétrer dans le Conemarra. Chauffeur efficace et sympathique. Arrets photos pertinents. Belle ascension du Diamond Hill quoique un peu sportive !”

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12.Dingle Peninsula Tour from Killarney: Including Wild Atlantic Way

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 22 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $54Best value

Travel from central Killarney to Inch Beach, Slea Head, the Blasket Island viewpoints, and Dingle town on a 7-hour Paddywagon tour. A local driver-guide provides commentary while you avoid narrow roads and car hire. Expect free time in Dingle, a possible group of up to 56, and changing guide and coach quality.

“Views were fantastic and stops. Bus was a bit cramped and since we were last to get picked up only seats left were in very back. Bumpy and a little bus sickness… We were given a refund because they overbooked and two of our 8 got bumped.”

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13.Private Wild Atlantic Day Tour from Cork

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.)

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Cork and the Wild Atlantic coast in a private minivan for up to six people. Guide Brian can shape the day around castles, beaches, whiskey, history, or walks, with pickup and drop-off included. Stops may include Blarney, Kinsale, Charles Fort, Drombeg Stone Circle, and Clonakilty.

“This was the only private tour we booked on our vacation and we have been home a month and still say it was the best tour we took! You will not be disappointed! Brian customized the day to fit our desires (we told him countryside vs city) and he took us to many breathtakingly beautiful places south of Cork, we had lunch in Kinsale, and captured so many wonderful pictures & memories!”

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14.3-Day Dingle, Killarney and the Wild Atlantic Way Small-Group Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $795

Travel from Dublin to Glendalough, Adare, Dingle, Killarney and the Rock of Cashel in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach. Your driver-guide handles the route, stories and stops, while you enjoy two nights of en-suite lodging with breakfast. The tour includes Dingle’s Conor Pass, Slea Head, beehive huts and Gallarus Oratory.

“Tour guide Mark has been absolutely wonderful throughout the entire trip, always goes the extra mile to make sure everyone is comfortable and taken care of.”

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15.Shore Excursion Cliffs of Moher explorer tour, Wild Atlantic Way from Galway

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · from $124

Travel from central Galway to the Cliffs of Moher by coach along the Wild Atlantic Way. You’ll pass Kinvara, Ballyvaughan, Fanore, the Burren, and Doolin, then have roughly five to six hours at the cliffs and visitor center. Guides such as Philip, Raymond, and Peter have led this route.

“Left from a cruise ship in Galway - while it was a long bus ride, out driver Phil made it a wonderful journey. We stopped at a Chocolate Factory (highly unexpected) in the middle of sheep farms (on the Burren). We say a Leprechaun Church and then made our way to the sRead more”

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