15 hours
E-voucher
English
Overview
Depart from Dublin Heuston Station in the early morning on your train to Limerick, and enjoy breakfast on board (own expense) while taking in Ireland’s lush central landscape. Upon arriving in the ancient city of Limerick, enjoy a tour of this city that was once the key settlement for Vikings in Ireland, and is more recently known as the setting of Frank McCourt’s harrowing memoir Angela's Ashes.
Following this rich bit of history, board your northbound coach to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. Explore the fine medieval castle, complete with 15th- and 16th-century furnishings, tapestries and traditional works of art. Then tour Folk Park for a taste of Irish village life at the turn of the 20th century, including a schoolhouse, post office, doctor’s office and more.
Next up, take a break for a traditional Irish pub lunch (own expense) at Gus O’Connor’s Pub in Doolin, where you’ll enjoy a steamy bowl of seafood chowder or some crispy fish and chips with a cup of tea (or a pint of Guinness). Then head for the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland’s most famous natural sites.
After a stroll along the cliffs, sit back for a scenic drive along the rocky coastal edge of the Burren and Galway Bay before arriving in Galway. Depending on what time you get to Galway, you may have time for a quick walk through the cobbled streets before catching your evening train back to Dublin. Have a leisurely dinner aboard (own expense) before returning to the train station.
Operated by
Railtours Ireland First Class
Ratings & Reviews
Average Rating
4.61
/ 5
1215 traveller ratings
5
915
4
196
3
50
2
36
1
18
5
|
4
|
3
|
2
|
1
I mean, you have to see the cliffs if you’re in Ireland!
Erica_R, Apr 2026
Norman is a lovely human and wonderful guide. The Cliffs are absolutely stunning and we were fortunate to get a sunny, warmish day w/ no rain! It does make for a long day, though. Make sure to be well rested.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Erica, Thank you for your lovely review! We are delighted you enjoyed your tour and that the weather allowed for a spectacular day! Your kind words about Norman are very much appreciated and will be passed on! We hope we see you on tour with us again soon! Kind regards, The Railtours Ireland Team
A memorable day filled with beautiful moments
polychronism2021, Apr 2026
A truly wonderful and exciting excursion with so much to "soak" in.The picturesque landscapes of Ireland ,the endless greenery which appeared to be like velvet by the Cliffs of Moher,the beckoning Atlantic Ocean are forever etched in my mind...the history of the Castle of Bantary was very interesting but the guide at this Castle was a bit difficult to "catch " everything she said as she seemed to be pressed for time and also she needed to speak up a bit more Our own guide,Mr.Norman,was very attentive to each and every guest and very patient , kind and respectful ,and made us feel safe and secure throughout the whole excursion,from start to finish.I really enjoyed his presence.Please thank him again on our behalf.Kindly,Mary Tsimpinou.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Mary, Thank you for your delightful review! We are so glad you enjoyed the Cliffs of Moher and Bunratty Castle and that Norman was an excellent host (as usual). We will pass on your kind words to him. We hope we may have the pleasure of welcoming you back on tour with us soon! Kind regards, The Railtours Ireland Team
Come prepared for a long, fun day of seeing Ireland.
459chadw, Mar 2026
Wife and I had an amazing experience on our day tour. Starting at Heuston Station in the morning and ending right back there 15 hours later. Plan for a full day of sightseeing and walking. The castle tour was a great start to the day, the Cliffs are always breathtaking, and ending the day in Galway capped a terrific day. The tour guides as always were fun and knowledgeable about local history and places to see.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear 459chadw, Thank you for your wonderful review! We are so delighted to hear you enjoyed our Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle, The Burren & Galway Bay tour! Your kind words about the tour and guides are very much appreciated. We hope we have the pleasure of welcoming you back on tour with us soon! Kind regards, The Railtours Ireland Team
Guide Andrew made the day truly memorable. Great tour!
tiffany_w, Feb 2026
I was met at the train station by John who escorted me on my train ride to the tour. He was very nice and I learned about his years working on the train line. After the train ride I met my tourguide for the day Andrew. I had the privilege of being one of just two guests on Andrew's tour that day and loved every minute of it. Andrew is SO knowledgeable about the history, culture, and sights to see throughout the entire tour. Since we were such a small group Andrew was even able to fit in a surprise stop for us to enjoy. I lucked out even further that we had gorgeous weather at the Cliffs of Moher. Hear me when I say it is WINDY there and will literally take things out of your handbag and blow them over the cliff, be better prepared than I was lol. Andrew ensured we visited all the best spots on the Mohers to get a truly thorough experiance and I loved it. This was the last full day tour I took on a three week trip and I can easily say it was my favorite day of the entire trip thanks to Andrew!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear Tiffany, Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed our Cliffs of Moher, Bunratty Castle, The Burren & Galway Bay tour! Your kind words about Andrew are very much appreciated and will be passed on. We hope we have the pleasure of welcoming you back on tour with us soon! Kind regards, The Railtours Ireland Team
Itinerary
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.
2 hoursAdmission IncludedCliffs of Moher
Enjoy some free time at the Cliffs of Moher - among some of the highest sea cliffs in Europe.
2 hoursAdmission IncludedThe Burren
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.
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.
1 hour
Location
Address
Heuston Station Saint John's Road West, Saint James' (part of Phoenix Park), Dublin, Ireland
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Qualified driver-guide on coaches
- Information pack
- Admission fees
- Reserved seats on trains
- Host on trains
- All travel by rail and coach from Dublin Heuston Station
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information
- 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.
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.