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Dublin to Bunratty Castle, Cliffs of Moher, Burren Galway by Rail

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Dublin, Ireland
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15 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Explore Ireland's west coast highlights on a coach and rail day trip from Dublin to the wild Cliffs of Moher, the Burren and picturesque Galway Bay.

What's Included

  • Information pack
  • Admission fee
  • Reserved seats on trains
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Heuston Station Saint John's Road West
Saint James' (part of Phoenix Park), Dublin, Ireland

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Bunratty Castle and Folk Park

After arriving to Limerick, we head out to Bunratty Castle. The castle was completed in 1425 and, after many years of neglect, has been restored to its former glory. There is a folk park here and many of the buildings – including the village – were dismantled at various locations in the region and rebuilt, brick by brick, at their present location.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Cliffs of Moher

Enjoy some free time at the Cliffs of Moher - among some of the highest sea cliffs in Europe.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

The Burren (pass by)

From the Cliffs of Moher, we take the coast road for much of the way to Galway, with time for photos along The Burren. This is a national park and the word Burren comes from the Irish Language and means ‘rocky place’. It is a unique lunar landscape of limestone. Today the Burren is noted for its diverse flora with few parallels elsewhere in Ireland or, indeed, Europe. As time permits, we will make a short stop here for photographs.
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Eyre Square

Traffic dependent, there will be some free time upon your arrival in Galway to get some dinner and look at some shops, etc.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Dublin to Bunratty Castle, Cliffs of Moher, Burren Galway by Rail?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-3310DH06

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Information pack
  • Admission fee
  • Reserved seats on trains
  • Host on trains
  • All travel by rail and coach from Dublin Heuston Station
  • Qualified driver-guide on coaches
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Check in at 6:40AM! Train departs at 7am & it does not wait. Our yellow check-in stand is located close to the Customer Service Desk at Heuston Station where our representative will be waiting for you in their BRIGHT yellow jacket!
  • 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.
  • This tour offers stops en route for photographs, shopping, etc.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 53 travelers

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