The Experience
The Cliffs of Moher One-Day Rail Tour offers a well-paced journey through some of the most impressive locations on Ireland’s west coast.
Your day begins at Dublin Heuston Station, where a reserved rail seat keeps the journey simple. The train travels toward Limerick, and the River Shannon provides the first landmark of the tour. On arrival, you will join your guide and travel by coach to Bunratty Castle. The castle grounds and the folk park show a clear picture of Ireland’s medieval culture, and the setting helps you understand the region’s long history.
The next stop is the Cliffs of Moher, where the cliffs rise above the Atlantic and create one of Ireland’s most striking viewpoints. You will have time to explore the visitor centre and follow the paths at your own pace. The tour continues through the Burren, a landscape known for its limestone terrain and unusual plant life. The contrast between the cliffs and the Burren adds variety to the day without disrupting the rhythm of the tour.
Before returning to Dublin, you will pass along Galway Bay and enjoy a short visit to the city. This final stop adds a light introduction to Galway’s character.
Your booking includes:
- All required rail travel with reserved seating
- Fully hosted rail and coach travel
- Admission to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
- Admission to the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience
Enjoy a full day of Ireland’s west coast with a fun scenic rail tour!
Itinerary
Check in at 06:40 for the 07:00 departure from Dublin Heuston. Your representative will meet you beside the Customer Service Desk in a bright yellow jacket.
The train travels south-west to Limerick Junction, where you will change trains with full assistance from your Railtours Ireland host. On arrival in Limerick, you will join the tour coach and begin a short city overview that includes views of the River Shannon and King John’s Castle.
The tour continues to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, where you will have time to explore the castle and the surrounding grounds. After the visit, the group travels into County Clare for a lunch stop before reaching the Cliffs of Moher. You will have ample time to walk the paths and visit the centre.
From the cliffs, the route follows the coast through the Burren and passes villages such as Ballyvaughan and Kinvara before reaching Galway. There is free time to explore the area around Eyre Square before boarding the train back to Dublin.
The return journey takes a different route and passes towns such as Athenry and Athlone before arriving into Dublin Heuston at 22:10.
Important Information
Your Golden Moments voucher is not a ticket - please activate your voucher at www.goldenmoments.ie/redemption so we can arrange your booking for you.
To upgrade your ticket or add additional participants to your booking, simply reach out to our friendly customer service team. Discounted child tickets are also available, contact us for more information!
Duration
This is a full day tour starting from 7am and arriving back to Dublin at 10pm.
What to Wear
Please wear appropriate shoes for exploring and comfortable clothes.
Availability
Available on selected dates across the year, subject to availability. Please get in touch with us to check avalable dates.
Numbers
Your voucher is valid for one person. To add additional participants to your booking, please contact our customer service team.
Location
Dublin Heuston Station.
