Aran Islands Tours: The 15 Best Day Trips & Ferries

Galway to Inisheer Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher and Boat Trip - Doolin Pier and the crossing to Inisheer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,517 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $101Our pick

Review of Galway’s Inisheer and Cliffs of Moher day tour, with ferry rides, Burren scenery, guide tips, costs, timing, and practical advice.

“This trip was the highlight of our entire trip - so well done!!! The tour guide Phil was the best tour guide we ever had, anywhere! And everyone was right....if you want to see the cliffs, you need to see from the water. 100 percent correct!!! We also stopped at the top of the cliffs and if that was my only viewing of them I would have been disappointed. The trip to the island was also wonderful. Highly recommend doing the horse/carriage little tour. It's only 15 euro per person but gives you a little tour around the island and drops you at the pub for a little lunch. Overall…”

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From Galway: Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Tour & Cruise

2.Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher Tour & Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,283 reviews · from $91

Review of Galway’s Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher tour, including Inis Oirr, ferry views, lunch, timing, guides, and value.

“We had a great day on the bus, aran island cruise, cliffs of Moher tour. Dave was our tour guide and bus driver. He was personable and very knowledgeable about the area. We had a fabulous day and I would recommend everyone to book this great adventure/tour. Cheers!”

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Galway to Aran Islands Inisheer, Doolin, Cliffs of Moher Day Tour

3.Galway to Aran Islands Inisheer, Doolin, Cliffs of Moher Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,672 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $96

Review of Galway’s 10.5-hour tour to Inisheer, Doolin, and the Cliffs of Moher, with ferry travel, coach transport, tips, and value advice.

“Tour we took was in March 3rd This tour was breathtaking. My wife and I learned so much of Irish culture. Going to the island on the first day of season was very nice since the locals very happy to see us. Going to cliffs it was rough seas but the very was awesome.”

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From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise

4.Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Day Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,261 reviews · from $68

Sail from Galway to Inis Mór, explore Aran Island culture, then see the Cliffs of Moher from sea level on this full-day cruise.

“The crew on-board were awesome. Very watchful and observant. Their experience shows ! Great scenery on and around islands …”

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From Galway: Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Trip

5.Aran Islands & Cliffs of Moher Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,039 reviews · from $85

Review of Galway’s 10-hour Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher trip, with Inisheer, Burren scenery, ferry views, costs, tips, and drawbacks.

“Alan was absolutely wonderful. Highly recommend, well worth the money.”

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

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 418 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Cruise from Galway to Inishmore, explore the Aran Islands, and see the Cliffs of Moher from the sea on this full-day ferry trip.

“Aran Island is beautiful. We went on a tour bus when we arrived and it was well worth it. The cliffs were spectacular from the cruise, although it was difficult to get pictures with so many people. It was a windy day so the waves were rolling and quite a few people were sick. If you get sea sick, choose wisely.”

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

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 369 reviews · 8 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $151

See the Cliffs of Moher by boat, explore Inis Oirr, and cross Connemara on a lively small-group day trip from Galway.

“Outstanding experience of seeing the Cliffs from the boat. Absolutely enjoyed this tour and highly recommend it provided that the weather is in your favor.”

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

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $151

Cycle Inisheer from Doolin with a guide, ferry tickets, historic sights, local tea and scones, and free island time.

“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 with ease. My sisters and I had such a great time exploring the beautiful landscape and learning along the way. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the Aran Islands!”

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Rossaveel, Galway: Ferry Transfer to Inis Mór (Aran Islands)

9.Rossaveel, Galway: Ferry Transfer to Inis Mór (Aran Islands)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 200 reviews · from $45Best value

Review of the Rossaveel to Inis Mór ferry, with practical tips on timing, bikes, Dún Aonghasa, buses, costs, and island highlights.

“We booked ahead of time. We showed up 30 minutes early, got in line, and had no issues. It was easy to find, easy to park (pay when you leave), and overall a great experience. It does take a little while to get off the boat. We sat downstairs, and they unloaded from the top floor, so there were lots of people lined up waiting to get off. I would say sit upstairs toward the aft of the boat, but it may be tide dependent if they let top or bottom floor off first.”

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

10.Aran Island, Cliffs of Moher & Cruise tour from Galway. Guided.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 137 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $147

Review of Galway’s guided Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher, and cruise tour, with itinerary, value, ferry tips, and practical advice.

“If you love raw nature this is the tour you must do! Stay is Gallway for the pub crawl and then take this full day trip to Mohr Cliffs and one of the Aran islands. If you have time stay overnight at Inis Mór for a full experience.”

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Galway: Cliffs Cruise, Aran Islands & Connemara Day Tour

11.Cliffs Cruise, Aran Islands & Connemara Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 111 reviews · from $135

Review of Galway’s small-group tour to Inis Oirr, the Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, and the Burren, with practical tips and value advice.

“I think this tour was amazing! The guide, Sean, was entertaining and had a lot of good stories for the trip! I appreciated the experience! And Martin, the driver, did an excellent job!”

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Aran Islands Scenic Flight and Galway Rail Tour from Dublin

12.Aran Islands Scenic Flight and Galway Rail Tour from Dublin

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 102 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $247

Fly over Galway Bay to Inis Mór, visit Dún Aonghasa, explore Galway, and ride Ireland’s westbound rail line from Dublin.

“A wonderful day all around and the highlight of our trip to Ireland! Everything went well.. smooth connections between all points Dublin to Galway by train, a van to the airport outside of Galway, the flight to the Aran Island and a tour all over the island. With all of this we had time for a hike up to the ancient fort, shopping and lunch on the island and dinner in Galway. Everything was taken care of! A jam backed fun day blessed by incredible weather!! We'll never forget it!”

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Aran Islands Bike Tour with Tea and Scones from Galway

13.Aran Islands Bike Tour with Tea and Scones from Galway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $181

Cycle Inisheer from Galway with ferry tickets, island history, homemade scones, Doolin lunch time, and a scenic Burren drive.

“Phil’s the craic!! Very accommodating, great stories, humorous and timely. Great guide, made everyone very comfortable!”

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Inis Mór (Aran Islands) Day Trip: Return Ferry from Rossaveel, Galway

14.Inis Mór (Aran Islands) Day Trip: Return Ferry from Rossaveel, Galway

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 87 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48

Review of the Inis Mór ferry day trip from Rossaveel, with sailing times, costs, island highlights, transport tips, and honest advice.

“Bring your snacks, water and sun screen. Ferry ride is pleasant with toilets. we took the hop on/ off bus at the island and the driver, Martin was so much fun. we walked around all the sites, bought a wool scarf from the lovely Sara F and ate ice cream before resting for a pint. great 6 hours!”

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

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 65 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $145

Review of the Galway Cliffs of Moher, Inisheer, Burren and boat tour, with practical tips on timing, value, weather and what to expect.

“Everything about this trip was enjoyable. The guide, the sites, the comfort of the bus. They allowed enough time to relax and explore the sites without feeling rushed. I would def recommend this tour!”

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