4-Day Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara Rail Tour
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4-Day Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara Rail Tour
By Railtours Ireland First Class - Day Tours
from per adult (price varies by group size)
$1,226.51
from per adult (price varies by group size)
$1,226.51
Lowest price guaranteeFree cancellation
Ages 0-99, max of 53 per group
Duration: 4 days
Start time: Check availability
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- Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Host on trains
- Information pack
- Reserved seats on trains
- Qualified driver-guide on coaches
- All travel by rail and coach from Dublin Heuston Station
- 3 nights accommodation including full Irish breakfast
- Entry/Admission - Blarney Castle & Gardens
- Entry/Admission - Cobh Heritage Centre The Queenstown Story
- Entry/Admission - Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
- Entry/Admission - Cliffs of Moher
- Entry/Admission - The Burren
- Entry/Admission - Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
What's not included- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Departure details
- Dublin Heuston, Heuston Station Saint John's Road West, Saint James' (part of Phoenix Park), Dublin, Ireland Railtours Ireland representatives will be waiting in the main concourse area of the station with your travel pack in bright yellow jackets so that they are easily located. Check in is 20 minutes prior to the departure time listed.
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 3310DH37- PLEASE NOTE: If you are booking a double occupancy room, please specify in 'Special Requirements' whether you prefer a double or a twin-bed room (subject to availability).
- 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.
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 53 travelers
- If you cancel at least 7 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
- If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
- If you cancel within 2 days of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
- What you can expect during your visit
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
Community- Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
- Which attractions will I visit with 4-Day Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara Rail Tour?
- During this experience, places you will visit include:
- Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
- Cliffs of Moher
- Blarney Castle & Gardens
- Kylemore Abbey & Victorian Walled Garden
- Cobh Heritage Centre The Queenstown Story
- How much is 4-Day Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara Rail Tour?
- 4-Day Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara Rail Tour price starts from $1,246.26. Discover and book 4-Day Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara Rail Tour on Tripadvisor
- What is the 4-Day Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara Rail Tour cancellation policy?
- 4-Day Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara Rail Tour cancellation policy: If you cancel at least 7 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee. If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee. If you cancel within 2 days of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee. Discover and book 4-Day Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara Rail Tour on Tripadvisor
- Which company provides 4-Day Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara Rail Tour?
- 4-Day Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara Rail Tour is hosted by Railtours Ireland First Class - Day Tours. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Railtours Ireland First Class - Day Tours on Tripadvisor. Discover and book 4-Day Ring of Kerry, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway and Connemara Rail Tour on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 3310DH37
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Itinerary
Overview
Full Map
9 stops
Day 1
Dublin - Cork
Day 2
The Ring of Kerry
Day 3
Limerick - The Cliffs of Moher -...
Day 4
Connemara - Galway - Dublin
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Patty M
00Fun day exploring Blarney and Cobh
This was a fun trip. Paddie was great! The Blarney Castle and gardens was beautiful. Cobh was beautiful. Wish the…
camila6558
00Great hosts!
Brian and Paddy were excellent hosts. It was a great experience. I don't think I would add anything.
kathie b
00I have just one regret. That we didn’t book more day tours with this operator.
This tour was lovely. Rail is the way to go when trying to cover a lot of real estate in a day. Much more comfor…
Stephanie C
00Great Trip w/ beautiful coastal scenery!!
This was a wonderful last trip experience for us. We had a smaller passenger bus which made it that much more intim…
B2242FKchrisk
00An hour at the Cliffs of Moher and a rude tour guide
Kind of insane that you only spend an hour at the Cliffs of Moher for the Cliffs of Moher tour. I have been on a bu…
Stephanie C
00Good BUT plan your breakfast as there isn’t really an option on the train.
It was a good tour. The only complaint I would have is that in the verbiage description it says, enjoy a leisurely …
679debbyw
00Day trip to Blarney
Our guides were wonderful! Both Brian and Paddy were wealths of information. We learned so much on this tour.
679debbyw
00Rainy day on the coast of Northern Ireland
We enjoyed the Giants Causeway and the length of time given to explore it, however, two women failed to come back t…
Arsenmel
00Aran Islands was avoidable disappointing
Ian, my guide on the train was fun and informative. He enjoys what he does and is good at it. He guided me every st…
ssharnick
00A trip worth taking
This is a wonderful trip that includes a lot to see. Bunratty Folk Park is really interesting and well worth a visi…
MYork0205
00Ring of Kerry
The tour director that met us in Dublin was great - went thru itinerary for day with each traveling group. However…
E3018BNalexanderk
00A must do!
Great trip! The guide was fantastic! The overall trip was well planned with minor hiccups. Very comfortable bus.
CelticMco60
00DayTrip to Blarney Castle
This, being Blarney Castle, was one of our "must see's" while in Ireland for a week recently. The tour packs allot…
Glen K
00Short stay at Blarney Castle
Wish we had more time at Blarney Castle...The stops at the Lusitania graveyard snd the cork cathedral was unexpecte…
156florencec
00Eyes full of wonderful memories
We are very delighted by our Royal Atlantic Tour (17/04/2023 till 21/04/2023) with our wonderful guide Brian ! We d…
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Keith
United States1 contribution
We're reviewing the actual rail your company, not the trains or other companies used. As for Rail Tours and Brian/Norman, I found the actual company to be doing the absolute best they could under challenging employment shortages.
When you're far from home and you book a tour like this, you want knowledgeable people to be in control and the Rail Tours guys are good at keeping things orderly and together.
I can imagine your guides finding it tough to connect with a new batch of people constantly, but both Brian and Norman were affable and clearly cared about making sure our time in Ireland was fun.
As for the buses and their use of other companies, you cannot expect them to have large enough groups at all times. Ireland has tiny, windy, bumpy side roads that will challenge any bus driver.
The structured nature of times attractions certainly helps you see many things in Ireland, but I'd probably strike out on my own if I visited again to really get into the back country for hiking.
When you're far from home and you book a tour like this, you want knowledgeable people to be in control and the Rail Tours guys are good at keeping things orderly and together.
I can imagine your guides finding it tough to connect with a new batch of people constantly, but both Brian and Norman were affable and clearly cared about making sure our time in Ireland was fun.
As for the buses and their use of other companies, you cannot expect them to have large enough groups at all times. Ireland has tiny, windy, bumpy side roads that will challenge any bus driver.
The structured nature of times attractions certainly helps you see many things in Ireland, but I'd probably strike out on my own if I visited again to really get into the back country for hiking.
Written July 2, 2022
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Karlie G
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Feb 2023 • Solo
My experience with Rail Tours was absolutely amazing. I was so impressed with the amount of care and knowledge each tour guide had. As a first time solo traveler this experience was perfect for me and I felt so well taken care of each step of the way. All of the tour guides were so kind! John Todd really helped me out by taking pictures for me at the Cliffs of Moher so now I have great photos that captured the experience. I would highly recommend Rail Tours for people who want to experience as much of Ireland in a short time as they possibly can!
Written February 2, 2023
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Shelley C
Fredericton, Canada4 contributions
Sep 2022 • Solo
This tour was so well organized and the tour guides were knowledgeable. This was my first tour and I enjoyed every minute. The sights were beautiful and we had lots of opportunities for pictures. Everyone was so helpful. I left my phone on the last tour bus in Galway and had to return to Dublin without it. John Todd and Tony were great and calmed me down, assured me they would find it which they did and it was returned to me the next day. I hope to return to Ireland in the future and would definitely book with Railtours Ireland again.
Written September 30, 2022
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Janet M
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We had a fantastic time on our four day tour. Brian was informative, interesting and funny. He shared great tips and recommendations each day. It's a busy few days but we appreciated the organized itinerary. Yes, be prepared to move your luggage each day so pack accordingly. It's obvious. Chosen hotels and lunch stops were great. No complaints at all. We love Ireland and its people. Five star all the way.
Written October 30, 2022
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George L
San Diego, CA3 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
We took the 6-day "All Ireland" tour, which is similar to the 4-day tour but with the Aran Islands and Northern Ireland added. The transportation was a combination of reserved car sections of standard trains and large and small coaches. We never knew, nor were we ever told, what kind or livery of bus would pick us up each morning. They kept changing buses and most often they were unmarked with no indication it was our tour bus. Also, they should provide bottles of drinking water on the bus. Our first hotel had no air conditioning so we had to keep the window open all night even though the hotel was hosting a very loud wedding party in the courtyard below until 2 am. The second hotel gave us a handicapped room with a king bed even though we requested a standard room with twin beds. They told us that was all that was available even though we signed up for the tour a month in advance. Our tour guide for the first three days was dismissive with one-on-one questions and comments, seemingly preferring only to speak to the group so as not to have to repeat himself (?). One coach had distorted audio so about a quarter of the descriptions were unintelligible. That was fun for two hours! This guide also seemed to be in need of a shower for all of the three days; it was unpleasant to be near him. Days 4 and 5 had extremely bumpy roads that lasted for about 1-1/2 hours, amplified by the short wheel bases of the small buses. The local bus on the Aran Island part of the tour had us waiting at the pick-up point (after the self-guided fort tour) for at least 45 minutes after everyone was ready to go, making it necessary to drive directly to the ferry even though some were assuming we would have time to shop in the town’s famous wool products stores. It was a total screw up on the train trip from Galway to Dublin. We were told in the written instructions for that day that there were no reserved seats on Sunday trains but that was wrong and so we were told by arriving passengers mid-trip that we were in reserved seats and had to relocate. We were NOT told that there would be a tour rep on the train with us so we assumed we had to make our own way to the hotel when we got off the train in Dublin. We almost got into our own taxi except that another traveler from our tour sprinted across the train station to stop us. Oh, and they made no time allowance for dinner on the last day (the day trip to Northern Ireland) so we ended up eating take-out noodles from a Chinese hole-in-the-wall across the street from the train station at 10:30pm. This six day tour, I understand now, is a composite of several short tours and so the composition of our "group" was a constant merging of new people, and so we felt isolated and unable to make acquaintances. All in all, you would be well advised to take a quality coach tour from a reputable company such as Trafalgar (which we have used in continental Europe with great satisfaction).
Written July 20, 2018
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Jerry G.
11 contributions
This tour was a great way to see some of Ireland’s highlights. Our guide, Jonathan B., was friendly, helpful, and informative. We did everything in the tour description and more. For example, we saw a demonstration of how trained dogs heard sheep. It was amazing.
An important note is that we never felt rushed. In fact, because our tour-mates were all courteous and returned to the coach on time, we often made brief unscheduled stops for photos, etc.
This was one of the highlights of our trip to Ireland.
An important note is that we never felt rushed. In fact, because our tour-mates were all courteous and returned to the coach on time, we often made brief unscheduled stops for photos, etc.
This was one of the highlights of our trip to Ireland.
Written August 25, 2019
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janrn2016
Shelby Township, MI16 contributions
Jul 2018 • Family
Words cannot describe the beauty of Ireland that we experienced first hand on this 4 day rail tour. Our guides were awesome - for three days we enjoyed big Brian D who was incredible and the last day we loved Jonathan. There were 6 in our group including two kids, who learned so much. We appreciated the organization and professionalism during every sec of the tour. Jonathan used poetry and song to help us imagine the tragedy of the famine - his words were so eloquent. On the way back, he had fun w our family on the rail! Two of the members of our group enjoyed a rail tour two years ago and were so happy to see Jonathan again. Brian enjoyed Celtic Steps with us one night, and it was so much fun and an incredible performance! The scenic turnouts we made, special spots we visited, points of interest, scenic vistas could never have been obtained using just a guide book. We would be unable to choose our favorite sight, my grandson is enjoying having us “list” our top three! Thank you for helping to make our Ireland trip so problem free and enjoyable - we’re already planning our return!
Written July 27, 2018
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Robert L
Seattle, WA9 contributions
Sep 2018 • Couples
Visited Ireland for the first-time and booked a tour for the majority of our stay. I really enjoyed how well-organized the tour was, and how friendly and knowledgeable the team was. Our guide, Andy, was great, couldn't have asked for better. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Ireland. Great combination of visiting historical sites and great places for photos, as well as down-time built into tour to visit restaurants, pubs and explore the city on your own. WiFi on the buses/train was a huge help with staying on top of flights, emails, etc.
Written September 5, 2018
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Hi Robert,
Many thanks for your wonderful review and recommendation. I am very happy to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Andy recently, I will pass on your kind sentiments to him. Our tours are Hosted Railtours for the Independent traveler so it is good that you enjoyed the combination of the guided tour each day and free time in the evening.
Kind Regards,
Jennifer
Written September 7, 2018
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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| Duration | 5,760 minutes |