Fanad Lighthouse and Doe Castle Tour

5.0 (2 reviews) 6–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Fanad Lighthouse view — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Doe Castle, Co. Donegal — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Situated between the Mulroy Bay and the glacial fjord Lough Swilly is the Fanad peninsula, one of Ireland's best kept secrets. On this tour, I will transport you along the winding, coastal roads towards Fanad Lighthouse, one of County Donegal's Wild Atlantic Way signature points. Here you can stroll along the grounds of a functioning, historical Lighthouse, taking in the views of the ocean and bird life. On your journey, I will enthral you with stories and legends of the peninsula. Learn about the creation of 'Football Special', Ramelton's answer to Coca-Cola. Visit Rathmullan, the site of one of the most important events in Irish history, 'The Flight of the Earls'. Then cross the politically placed 'Bridge to Nowhere'. We'll walk the ruins of Doe castle which overlooks Sheephaven bay and hear of the clan that built it. This tour is held in a fun, relaxed way with plenty of photo opportunities, music, (bad) jokes and features coast, castles and Craic!

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At a glance

Duration: 6–8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Donegal Tour Guide

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Bottled water
Included: Guiding

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Fanad Lighthouse grounds admission

Itinerary

Ramelton

Passing by

Historical Georgian town and home of 'Football Special' Donegal's answer to Coca-Cola
Rathmullan

20 min

Quaint seaside town and site of the 'Flight of the Earls'
Stop 3

10 min

Once voted the second most beautiful beach in the world, Ballymastocker Bay (Portsalon Beach) is a spectacular beach on the Fanad Peninsula in Co. Donegal.
Fanad Head Lighthouse

one hour Admission not included

Knockalla Coast Road leads to Fanad Head, jutting out into the North Atlantic in Co. Donegal between Lough Swilly and Mulroy Bay, where one of the world’s most beautiful lighthouses watches majestically over the water. En route, experience stunning views of Portsalon and Ballymastocker Bay.
Harry Blaney Bridge

Passing by

AKA the 'Bridge to Nowhere'
Stop 6

15 min

12km drive along the Rosguil peninsula with awesome Atlantic views
Stop 7

Passing by

A picturesque thatched pub in Rosapenna
Doe Castle

30 min

The Fanad Peninsula tour extends to the neighbouring scenic Atlantic Drive from Ramelton heritage town to 15th century Doe Castle in Sheephaven Bay.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

An Chuirt Hotel Gweedore
The Abbey Hotel
Mill Park Hotel
Central Hotel Donegal
Harvey's Point
Lough Eske Castle
Clanree Hotel
Bishop's Gate Hotel
Arnolds Hotel
Silver Tassie Hotel & Spa
Shandon Hotel and Spa
City Hotel

and 6 more pickup points

Pick up is available from accommodation in and around Buncrana, Letterkenny and Donegal Town. If pickup is required from a different location, please get in touch for a bespoke quote.