Top Ireland Day Trips - page 17

Riding Mikey the horse was absolutely amazing!! So loved that experience. We had 2 hours of this activity and then onto beautiful sights and the stops were more than enough. Our driver Derrick was a delight and I'm very happy that we utilized the service.

We enjoyed every moment of this tour. Gary is not only an excellent driver navigating the narrow, winding roads, but, also, an amazing tour guide sharing wonderful stories, Irish lore, and historical information with humor and wit. Also, those of us with motion sickness, he provided a secret remedy, which really worked. This was an outstanding tour and I highly recommend it.

We had a beautiful sunny day to visit the island and it was perfect weather to enjoy the view from the water of the Cliffs of Moher too! The ferry loading/unloading was efficient and the ride was enjoyable. Definitely have a plan for what you want to do when you get to the island . There are a lot of great options and not enough time for all. We did a great hike with beautiful views and had time for beers before heading back.

There was so much packed into this tour: neolithic sites from 5,000 B.C., sacred Celtic gathering places, an 850-year-old castle, an atmospheric medieval abbey, and even a whiskey demonstration! Yet we had time to do it all somehow, even with a relaxing sit-down lunch in a lovely village. Our guide Mick's enthusiasm for Irish history made this tour unforgettable.

Be prepared for a fair amount of walking, but every step is worth it. The scenery throughout the tour was absolutely spectacular. A huge shout-out to our bus driver, Thomas, who did an outstanding job keeping everyone safe throughout the day. And congratulations to him on being "two years sober"—or was it two hours? Our guide's sense of humor made the journey even more enjoyable. Our guide, Quiggs, was exceptional. Having grown up in an Irish-speaking family, he spoke fluent Irish and shared an incredible depth of knowledge about Ireland's history, particularly The Troubles—the nearly 30-year conflict in Northern Ireland. His passion for his Irish heritage was evident, and he didn't shy away from sharing his perspective. He gave me a deeper understanding of the history and complexities of Northern Ireland that I hadn't appreciated before. The Giant's Causeway was absolutely breathtaking and was the highlight of an unforgettable day. I highly, highly recommend this tour. If you're visiting Ireland, don't miss it—GO ON THIS TOUR!

The Wicklow Mountains are amazingly beautiful. I loved just getting off the bus and looking in all directions. The gardens and grounds at Powerscourt is stunning. Our guide Linda was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. I would say that when in Ireland these sites should not be overlooked.

A must-do tour in Ireland, especially for the breathtaking views of the Cliffs of Moher from the Atlantic Ocean. Our guide, Phil, (Wild Atlantic Tours)was outstanding—not only did he explain the significance of the places we visited, but he also shared fascinating insights into Ireland's language, culture, and history during the drive. The tour was very well organized. We left Galway at 9:00 AM, reached Doolin around 11:00 AM, and boarded the ferry. The weather was sunny and pleasant, and the sea was calm, making for a smooth crossing. After reading other reviews, I came prepared with motion sickness tablets and ginger chews, but fortunately didn't need either. We arrived at Inis Oirr around 11:30 AM. Visitors could explore the island on foot, by bicycle, or by horse-drawn carriage. We chose the horse-drawn carriage, which took us around the island with stops at the shipwreck and the castle. The driver dropped us near the castle, and although there was a short uphill walk to the ruins, it was quite manageable. After spending some time taking photos, we walked back to the ferry terminal in about 10 minutes along a paved road. There were several restaurants near the terminal, making it easy to grab a quick lunch. The ferry departed around 1:45 PM for the highlight of the tour—the Cliffs of Moher. Seeing the cliffs from the sea was simply unforgettable. With puffins flying around the towering cliffs, the scenery was spectacular. After cruising along the cliffs for about 30 minutes, we returned to Doolin around 3:00 PM. The ferry had multiple passenger decks, restrooms, a small café, and felt very safe throughout the journey. The coach then took us to the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Centre, arriving around 3:30 PM. There were several cafés, gift shops, and plenty of vegetarian food options. A short walk brought us to the cliff-top viewing area, where we enjoyed a completely different perspective of the cliffs. While both views were impressive, my personal favorite was the view from the water. We left the cliffs around 4:30 PM and returned to Galway via the scenic coastal road, passing numerous castles along the way. We stopped briefly for coffee—this is the place to try Irish coffee if you're interested, although I wasn't particularly impressed. We arrived back in Galway around 7:00 PM after an exciting and memorable day. Overall, this was one of the best tours of our Ireland trip and one I would highly recommend.

After a bit of a difficult start as the driver was delayed due to traffic and we had to make up time, we had a fun day exploring Ireland. The driver Brian was so knowledgeable about each of our stops and telling us about Ireland. He was even witty with a dry sense of humor.