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  • The Aran Islands

Aran Islands Day Tour

The 3 islands of Inis Mór, Inis Meáin & Inis Oírr

Perhaps the most iconic of all the Irish islands, The Aran Islands, comprising of Inis Mór (Inishmore), Inis Meáin (Inishmaan), and Inis Oírr (Inisheer), are stunningly located in wild Atlantic waters at the mouth of Galway Bay.

The largest of the three, and furthest west, is Inis Mór , also known as Aranmore. The middle island, both in terms of size and location, is Inis Meáin , and the smallest and most eastern of the three is little Inis Oírr . Irish is the principal language on all three Aran Islands, and it’s use is jealously guarded by the islanders who understand its importance to both the revival of the Irish language, and to the survival of their own economy.

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But, more than anything else, The Aran Islands are simply stunning, with their breath-taking vistas, extraordinary cliff scenery, wonderful music, traditional cottages, and their many many reminders of times past. For cyclists and walkers The Aran Islands are a paradise. As you make your way across their stony landscapes your mind is cleansed by the great silence which fills the space between sea and sky. The Aran Islands have an abundance of wildlife and some 437 varieties of wild flower. And if cycling is your thing, and lets face it you won’t be driving, you can hire a bicycle in lovely Kilronan village and meander wherever you wish and will. On the other hand, you may be more the “pony and trap” type, or you may wish to take a guided tour in one of the islands few minibus’s.

How to get to the Aran Islands 🚢 ✈

By plane or ferry. Aer Aran Islands provides regular flights to all three Aran Islands from Connemara Airport in Inverin, (9km south east of Rossaveel ferryport). Inis Mor is just 10 minutes by air from the Aer Aran airstrip.

Alternatively, you can take ferries from Galway city, Rossaveal and Doolin to The Aran Islands. For more details, click here to see how to get from Galway to the Aran Islands.

The travel time to Inis Mór from Galway City Docks is 90 minutes (seasonal service). From Rossaveal it is 40 minutes, and from Doolin it is 20 minutes (both year round services).

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Routes to the Aran Islands

Tours to the Aran Islands 🎒

There are many tours available going from Galway to the Aran Islands. Some travel by ferry from Rossaveal Harbour where you can take in the beautiful scenery of Galway Bay on the bus journey to the ferry. While others depart from Doolin in Clare, where you can enjoy stops in The Burren and at the Cliffs of Moher along the way.

Where to stay 🛌

The Aran Islands have a great selection of comfortable and friendly places to stay including small hotels, hostels, self-catering holiday homes, guesthouses and B&B’s.

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Things to do in The Aran Islands

On arrival you can swim in crystal clear seas, study rare flowers and wildlife, write, paint, fish, or simply relax, unwind and learn some words of Gaelic in this great repository of spoken Irish. And when the evening twilight comes, drop in for a quiet pint, and enjoy a wealth of Irish music and dance, or join in one of the spontaneous pub music sessions.

No trip to The Aran Islands would be complete without visiting the ancient fort of Dun Aengus . Dun Aengus is an extraordinary fort situated on the edge of a cliff at a height of 100 meters above the Atlantic on Inis Mór island. It consists of a series of concentric circular walls, the innermost, the citadel, enclosing an area of approximately 50 meters in diameter. The relentless Atlantic Ocean has been hammering away at the cliff face since 1100BC when the first fort constructions were built at Dun Aengus, and the fort is now half eaten by the sea, a most extraordinary and unique sight! Enjoy with care!

More Aran Islands sightseeing highlights

  • Firstly, rent a bike , by far the best way to get around the Aran Islands.
  • The normal conventions of polite reticence do not apply on Irish islands . You can talk to anyone you wish, and don’t be surprised if they talk to you!
  • Visit Synge’s Chair . At the desolate western edge of the island, Synge’s Chair is a lookout at the edge of a sheer limestone cliff with the surf from Gregory’s Sound booming below. The cliff ledge is often sheltered from the wind, so do as Synge did and find a comfortable stone seat to take it all in. On the walk out to Synge’s Chair, a sign points the way to a “clochán”, hidden behind a house and shed.
  • Pay a visit to Tobar Einne . Locals still carry out a pilgrimage known as the Turas to the Well of Enda, an ever- burbling spring in a remote rocky expanse in the southwest. The ceremony involves, over the course of three consecutive Sundays, picking up seven stones from the ground nearby and walking around the small well seven times, putting one stone down each time, while saying the rosary until an elusive eel appears from the well’s watery depths. If, during this ritual, you’re lucky enough to see the eel, it’s said your tongue will be bestowed with healing powers, enabling you to literally lick wounds…..Good luck with that!

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The Aran Islands are accessed by way of Doolin which is itself surrounded by beautiful coastal destinations. Don’t miss The Burren and Ballyvaughan if you are travelling north, and Liscannor, and Lahinch, if you are travelling south.

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Aran Islands FAQs

How do you get to the aran islands.

You can get to the Aran Islands by Ferry or by plane. Ferries to Aran depart from Rossaveal (35 mins west of Galway City with a 30min ferry crossing) with Aran Islands Ferries ( www.aranislandferries.com ). They also have a scheduled service in summer direct from Galway City which takes 1.5hours). Book ferry tickets and return bus transfers from Galway City to the ferry port at Ros a mhil on their website. You can also travel by ferry from Doolin in county Clare (1 hour south of Galway City) with O’Brien Line (www.obrienline.com) and Doolin Ferry ( www.doolinferry.com ). By plane you can travel from Inverin (30mins from Galway City) with Aer Arann Islands ( www.aerarannislands.ie/ ). The flight to the Aran Islands takes only 10mins.

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Can you stay on the aran islands.

You’ll find accommodation of all types and budgets on the Aran Islands. From beachside campsites to luxury glamping pods, funky hostels and guesthouses to well appointed hotels. Accommodation can get booked out in summer but there are plenty of great accommodation options in Doolin and south Connemara if you are stuck. for somewhere to stay.

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Tour availability, visit the most unspoilt of the aran islands.

On this service, Galway Tour Company will bring you south along the Wild Atlantic Way and into the lunar-like Burren region. From there we’ll head to the picturesque fishing village of Doolin where you’ll board the ferry to Inisheer (Inis Oirr) – the smallest and most vibrant of the Aran Islands.

Departing Doolin you will remain in the capable hands of The Doolin Ferry Company.

Inisheer is only a short sailing from Doolin, and attractions include ancient churches and castles, one of Ireland’s most beautiful beaches, a modern playground and several pubs and cafes, lighthouses and shipwrecks. Hire a pony and trap, or a bike or stroll the peaceful boreens.

Once we depart Doolin we will take the coast road home, following the Wild Atlantic Way to Galway City.

Return time in Galway is approx. 18:45 pm.

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Adult €65, Senior/Student/Child €60 running from 1st April to 31st October.

Call us directly on 0035391566566 to arrange booking.

This tour operates from 1st April to 31st October.

* Sailings are weather dependent. In the unlikely event of a cancellation, you will receive a full refund/reschedule or you will have the option to take our 10:00 am Cliffs of Moher & Burren Tour instead. ** All times are approximate if you have connections to make please inform us in advance. Ferry tickets and admission to the Cliffs of Moher are Included. Activities on the island and lunch are not included.

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The Aran Islands

The Aran Islands offer visitors a glimpse into a way of life that has long since disappeared from most of the world. Filled with traditional Irish culture, the islands offer breath-taking scenery, ecclesiastical ruins and world-renowned stone forts. Depending on which island you visit, the ferry journey is approximately 40-minutes from Rossaveel, Connemara and 90-minutes from Galway City.

The best way to get to the Aran Islands is on our Aran Islands Ferry from Rossaveel, Connemara or Galway City. The fastest ferry from Galway is our sailing from Rossaveel, Connemara to Inis Mór. These three rocky limestone outcrops are a bastion of traditional language, culture, music and history on the edge of Europe. Regular music sessions, lively dances, traditional crafts, sea-going currachs and the wonderfully warm and welcoming Atlantic spirit, are inimitable parts of Aran.

Prepare for a warm Irish welcome onboard our Aran Islands Ferry, and admire the rugged landscape and views of Galway Bay. Passengers can enjoy tea, coffee, snacks and full bar facilities during their 40-minute journey with Aran Island Ferries.

Aran island ferries to inis mór (inishmore).

Aran Island Ferries sail year-round to Inis Mór from Rossaveel Ferry Terminal, Connemara, Galway and seasonally from Galway City. For more information on this island, please click here .

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Aran Island Ferries to Inis Meáin (Inishmaan)

Aran Island Ferries sail year-round to Inis Meáin from Rossaveel Ferry Terminal, Connemara, Galway. For more information on this island, please click here .

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Aran Island Ferries to Inis Oírr (Inisheer)

Aran Island Ferries sail year-round to Inis Oírr from Rossaveel Ferry Terminal, Connemara, Galway. For more information on this island, please click here .

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Ferries to all three of the Aran Islands, Inis Mór (Inishmore), Inis Meáin (Inishmaan) and Inis Oírr (Inisheer) depart year-round from Rossaveel port in Connemara, 37 kilometres west of Galway City centre. Parking is available at the pier at a cost of €7 for 24 hours. Seasonal ferries also depart from Galway City .

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This Luxury Small Group Tour is certainly the most comprehensive day trip available in Ireland - You get to experience rugged Connemara, the wild Aran Islands, the spectacular Cliffs of Moher and the mysterious Burren region - All in just one day!

How is this possible? The secret is in the tour route - Your guide takes you through a series of one-way trips on multiple ferries, all supported by your dedicated tour driver and luxury midi-coach. This allows us to circle all of Galway Bay, hense our in-house nickname for the tour - "Galway Bay In A Day"

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Cliffs of Moher Cruise, the Aran Islands, South Connemara and the Burren

In this groundbreaking day trip, you will get to taste the best of the west of Ireland in just a few hours. Sample south Connemara, explore Inis Oirr (the smallest of the 3 Aran Islands), and take a cruise under the Cliffs of Moher. Coming back onto the mainland, we take in part of the finest coastal drive in Ireland, as we make our way along the Wild Atlantic Way through County Clare back to Galway city.

What makes this day trip truly unique is that it is a looped route, so you are experiencing a completely different region of the West of Ireland in every hour that passes. You won’t see the same thing twice!

Tour Highlights

Getting to experience so much of the West of Ireland in such a short amount of time.

Along the route

Salthill, Connemara, Rossaveal, Inis Oirr, Cliffs of Moher Cruise, Doolin, Ballyvaughan, Wild Atlantic Way, Coastal Road, Blackhead Lighthouse, Dunguaire Castle.

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South connemara.

Leaving Galway City, we will take the scenic coastal route along South Connemara to Rossaveal Harbour. This region is steeped in history and culture, and one of the few areas in Ireland where the Irish Language is still used as a primary language.

Upon arriving on Inis Oírr, you’ll be greeted by golden sandy beaches, turquoise water and maybe even the island’s resident dolphin, Dusty! This tranquil collection of fishing villages is also home to a burial mound dating back to 1500 BC, a Medieval Church ruin buried half in the sand, and a 3-story tower built within a Stone Age fort. Among the shore, you’ll encounter a shipwreck from 1960, breathtaking views of Connemara and the Burren, and one of Ireland’s most beautiful beaches. Whichever path you take on the island, you’ll be sure to stumble upon history, traditions and a good cup of tea. Length: approximately 2 hours

Cliffs of Moher Cruise

Crossing from Inis Oirr to Doolin, we will take the scenic route underneath the Cliffs of Moher. This jaw-dropping experience truly puts the Cliffs of Moher into perspective. Prepare to feel tiny! Length: 60 minutes * Please note that the ferry crossings and Cliffs Cruise are both weather dependant and as such, the tour route is subject to change. On rare occasions the advertised route and/or timings at stops may have to be altered without notice.*

We limit this small group tour to no more than 20 guests at a time.

We can accommodate larger groups as part of a private experience. Please Contact Us to arrange this for you.

Yes, you will have plenty of time on the island of Inis Oirr to have some lunch. Have a chat with your guide and they will help you decide on where best suits your tastes. Some of the finest and freshest seafood is available on the island, so be sure not to miss out if thats your thing!

FYI - Lunch is not included in ticket price.

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Gratuities are not required. However we think our drivers and guides put a lot of passion and time into their craft, so if you enjoyed your experience, please do tip your driver and guide appropriately – it is truly appreciated.

This is a small group tour, on a smaller than usual vehicle so we do not have a restroom on board the bus. However, each of the ferries do have toilets on board and we do make plenty of rest and toilet breaks.

Yes, any remaining tickets will be available to purchase from the driver pre-departure

The ferry crossings and Cliffs Cruise are both weather dependant and as such, the tour route is subject to change. On rare occasions the advertised route and/or timings at stops may have to be altered without notice.

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What to expect..., padraig & aonghus bring you off the beaten track to places on the island that only their 4x4 jeep can reach., this is us. .

Aran Off Road Experience is a guided tour company, set up by brothers and native Islanders Pádraig and Aonghus Hernon. The Hernon family go back three generations of horse and cart tours on the Island and Aonghus and Pádraig have over 20 years’ experience in the business.

The brothers decided to change it from one horsepower to 50HP in their bespoke Land Rover Defender 4x4 jeep and take you on the road less travelled!

We provide personalised, small group experiences that take you off the beaten track to the local landmarks and unique sites of this ancient Island. Get ready to explore Inis Mór, Galway, Ireland!

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Pony & Trap tours on Inishmore

  • Pony & Trap tours begin from the end of the pier in Kilronan
  • Pony & Trap tours typically last 3-4 hours
  • Pony & Trap tours vary in cost from €20 to €50 per person.

Pony & Trap Pickup location

Pony & Trap tours on Inishmore are a unique way to explore the island. The tours begin beside Aran Bike Hire in Kilronan, the main village on Inishmore. The tours usually operate on a first come, first served basis. However, during Summer months there are plenty of pony & traps available to choose from.

The Pony & Trap tour generally lasts 3-4 hours. The tour starts in Kilronan and includes a stop at Dun Aonghasa, Inishmore seal colony and terminates in Kilronan village.

Dun Aonghasa

Dun Aonghasa is the most popular attraction on Inis Mor. Located on edge of a 300ft cliff on the south side of the island, it is a 3,000-year-old semicircular stone fort which overlooks the Atlantic Ocean with amazing views that stretch the length of the island. Dun Aonghasa is the largest of the prehistoric stone forts on the Aran Islands. It is enclosed by three massive dry-stone walls and a “chevaux-de-frise” which consists of densely populated, jagged limestone rocks which were set vertically into the ground to deter attackers. The fort is located about 900m from the Visitor Centre. and is accessed by hiking over rising ground over rough terrain and loose rocks, so hiking shoes or good walking shoes are advised. There is no fence or barrier at the edge of the cliff so please be careful.

Inishmore Seal Colony

The seal colony is located on the coast road approximately one mile from Kilmurvy beach. It is clearly signposted and has picnic tables on site, so bring a picnic lunch and take use of the available tables and chairs to enjoy it in the beautiful surroundings. The best views of the seals is best at low tide when the seals are sun bathing on the rocks. Conversely, at high tide, the seals are much harder to spot as you can only see their heads in the water. During low tide at the Inishmore seal colony anywhere from 5 – 20 seals can be spotted at a given time.

Kilronan village

Kilronan is the main village on Inishmore, and is where the ferry terminal is located. There’s one ATM on Inishmore, that is located in the SPAR Supermarket in Kilronan. The SPAR Supermarket has all the necessities for a great picnic to enjoy while exploring Inishmore. Kilronan is a great place to find some souvenirs from Inishmore as there are multiple craft shops located in the village.

Custom Horse & Carriage tours are available upon request.

Pony & Trap Cost

The Pony & Trap tours typically cost between €20-€50 per person. Most tour operators only accept cash. The traps vary in size, some of the smaller traps carry 4 people while the larger traps can carry up to 9 people.

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Morton’s Artisan foods a few minutes walk.

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https://www.oconnorsbar.com/

Short walk to the Salthill Promenade fantastic views

All the day tour companies depart from the city centre area. Some do pick ups at the accommodations as outlined above in #3.

The return bus to Salthill during the late afternoon is usually jam-packed.

Lots of B&B's with parking on College Road.

For hotels. Best post your nightly budget and number in party.

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