Cliffs of Moher
Take a guided coastal walking tour of the Cliffs of Moher from Doolin with Cormac McKinley, an expert on natural history.
“I have a high level of knowledge on all aspects of the landscapes visited during tours which include information on the geology and natural processes that have gone into creating and shaping the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren, the mammals, birds, marine life and flora that inhabit the region, the history of human habitation in the area going back thousands of years, the maritime history of the West coast and Aran islands as well as some tales of local folklore.”
Or take a walk without the guide.
The Aran Islands
Take a Day Trip from Doolin to Inis Oirr and have tea and scones, or instead go to Inis Mór for an Aran Islands Traditional Pony & Carriage Tour.
“I have a high level of knowledge on all aspects of the landscapes visited during tours which include information on the geology and natural processes that have gone into creating and shaping the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren, the mammals, birds, marine life and flora that inhabit the region, the history of human habitation in the area going back thousands of years, the maritime history of the West coast and Aran islands as well as some tales of local folklore.”
The Aran Islands are one of the last places in Ireland to hear spoken Gaelic. Take a ferry to get there from Doolin.
Or, take a Day Trip from Doolin to Inis Oirr and have tea and scones, or instead go to Inis Mór for an Aran Islands Traditional Pony & Carriage Tour.
“You will hear wonderful stories and interesting island histories, all while taking in the amazing surroundings at a picture friendly pace. Stops are made along the route to let visitors explore. You can look for seals during low tide and hike up to Dún Aonghasa. But what makes Thomas and his tours so different? He likes to point out what other tourists may never get the chance to see, or have even heard about. Like the wormhole.”
The Burren
Take a Scenic Drive Through the Burren.
The Burren is a unique landscape, remote and rugged. Points of interest include iconic stone monoliths older than both Stonehenge and the pyramids of Egypt, ruins of ancient forts with sheepdog demonstrations (sheepdogs are remarkable creatures), limestone caves with underground rivers, and a castle ruins best seen from the road (on account of no parking).
Cliffs of Kilkee
Take a self-guided tour of the cliffs.
They aren’t as high as the cliffs of Moher, but they are stunning and far less known. We’ve taken a day trip driving the coast all the way to Loop Head and back on a foggy winter day, bringing our own Irish oatmeal bread with butter and honey and a big thermos of tea. It was one of my favorite trips ever in Ireland; for some reason it really struck a chord. It felt like I was gazing from the edge of the known world into a still unwritten myth. Ireland has a tradition of ancient saints living in the wildest places they could find, and when you drive up within direct sight of Bishops Island and see the ruins of its 6th century settlement… it’s hard for words to explain.
On the way back to the house, stop at Tubridy’s or Trump’s for a nice pint or a bite to eat.
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