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Activity Donegal, Ireland

DAY TOUR: Highlights Of South Donegal

5.0 (21 reviews) 7–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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DAY TOUR: Highlights Of South Donegal

About this activity

Save time researching the best things to see in Donegal, and let a driver-guide show you the area's key landmarks as well as local secrets that you might otherwise miss. Named as the coolest place in the world by National Geographic, enjoy a day tour of coastal and inland attractions incorporating those breathtaking views of this idyllic North West county. This day tour is suitable for visitors staying or located in or around the general South Donegal region of Donegal Town, Killybegs, Kilcar, Glencolmcille, Ardara or Glenties.

➡️ This chauffeured private day tour is delivered by a Fáilte Ireland accredited driver guide.

➡️ This day tour is flexible and tailored for clients on the day to stop, go and explore.

➡️ Tours commence at 9am and finish at 5pm. Times are approximate and may be subject to change.

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At a glance

Duration
7–8 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Chieftain Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Itinerary

  1. Donegal Town

    45 min

    Setting off in the morning you will visit both the Abbey and Donegal Castle, homestead of the O'Donnell Clan and their most famous leader Red Hugh O Donnell. On the site of a Viking fort, it was built by the famous Donegal Chieftain dynasty in the 15th century and has undergone restoration works in recent years.

  2. Killybegs

    15 min

    Next we visit the seaside town of Killybegs, Ireland's largest fishing port. We recount it’s maritime history through the ages including how the “La Girona” set sail from these shores for the last time. From here we travel along the Wild Atlantic Way towards the Muckross Coast.

  3. Slieve League

    1 h 40 min Admission not included

    Next we ‘Discover the Edge’ of Sliabh Liag, which are among Europe’s highest Sea Cliffs. At 2000ft, Slieve League cliffs are three times higher than the Cliffs of Moher and now attract over 160,000 visitors each year. Here you will get a chance to absorb the clean fresh Atlantic air from the viewing point where you will get possibly the best selfie in the World!! Take a stroll on the Pilgrim’s Path or if you dare along One Man Pass.

  4. Glencolmcille

    one hour

    Next we visit The Glencolmcille Folk Village Museum. This is a cluster of six small cottages, called the "clachán," perched on a hillside overlooking a sandy curve of nearby Glenbay beach. Each cottage recreates a different era of Irish history, from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Start & finish points vary depending on location pickup.

End point

  • Start & finish points vary depending on location pickup.

Pickup points

  • Highlands Hotel
  • Avalon Guest House
  • An Chuirt Hotel Gweedore
  • Ostan Loch Altan
  • Roartys Bar
  • Bay View Hotel
  • Viking House Donegal
  • Tara Hotel
  • Tory Ostan Thoraig
  • Lake House Hotel
  • Inishowen Gateway Hotel
  • Mount Errigal Hotel

and 52 more pickup points

We can pick up from any hotel in Donegal. We do Airport pick ups at an extra cost. Please contact us in advance to arrange pick up.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • We can customise the day to suit any needs and a wheel chair accessible vehicle is available on request.

Traveller ratings

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