Home to some of Ireland’s most stunning scenery and beautiful beaches, County Donegal’s coasts, cliffs and country roads are perfect for touring. We make the most of our beautiful surroundings with a visit to Slieve League Cliffs, a Donegal Bay cruise, a Wild Atlantic Way drive and a walking tour of Rosses Point.
Glencolmcille Folk Village
Spectacular view of Mullaghmore Head with huge waves rolling ashore. Picturesque scenery with magnificent Classiebawn Castle. Signature point of the Wild Atlantic Way, County Sligo, Ireland
Belleek Pottery Factory Tour
Donegal Bay Waterbus
Itinerary
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Day 1 Arrival
This morning we set sail from Cairnryan to Belfast, from where we travel west to County Donegal.
Day 2 Wild Atlantic Way Drive, Rosses Point & Sligo
Our day starts with a fabulous scenic drive, taking in parts of the Wild Atlantic Way as we travel south past Mullaghmore to the picturesque Rosses Point. Here, we enjoy a fascinating walking tour, discovering the history of the area’s coastal heritage while we admire the gorgeous backdrop of the Wild Atlantic Way. This afternoon, we travel to Sligo where we have time for lunch and to explore at leisure. We follow in the footsteps of the poet Yeats and visit the sights and scenes that inspired him. Attractions include the Sligo County Museum & Art Gallery, Yeats Society Memorial Building and Sligo Abbey.
FLASH: As an alternative, this day can also be a driver’s day off/free day at your hotel.
Day 3 Slieve League Cliffs & Glencolmcille Folk Village
This morning we visit the highest marine cliffs in Europe, the towering Slieve League Cliffs, standing a staggering 609m high above the Atlantic Ocean. From the cliffs’ visitor centre, we board a minibus for a guided tour of the cliffs, when we will gain an insight into the local wildlife and spectacular geography of the area. In the afternoon, we make our way to Glencolmcille Folk Village where we step back in time and take a self-guided tour exploring the replica thatched roof cottages and dwellings of a rural Irish village.
OR
Take a scenic 2-hour cruise to view the mighty Slieve League Cliffs from the water departing from Killybegs.
Day 4 Belleek Pottery & Donegal Bay Cruise
Today, we make the short journey to Belleek Pottery, where we enjoy a 30 minute guided tour of Ireland’s oldest pottery producer, experiencing all the production areas with the chance to chat with the craftspeople along the way. We then have free time for lunch in Donegal before embarking on a 75 minute cruise of Donegal Bay (subject to tidal timings). We enjoy full commentary of the points of interest along the way with an on-board sing-a-long musical cabaret on the return leg of our journey!
Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we make our way home.
Hotel
Great Northern Hotel
Bundoran, County Donegal
The 4-star Great Northern Hotel sits in a stunning location overlooking the Wild Atlantic Way with amazing ocean views. All 104 spacious, fully equipped bedrooms are well decorated, with some offering views across the ocean or golf course. With newly refurbished public areas, the superb restaurant boasts fantastic ocean views and there is a great bar, terrace and lounge. Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, sauna, steam room & spa bath.
BarGround Floor RoomsLeisure FacilitiesLiftParking On Site & Free of ChargeRestaurantTea & Coffee making facilities
Pricing
Inclusions
- Return ferry crossing UK – Northern Ireland
- Scenic walking tour from Rosses Point
- Guided tour of Slieve Cliffs
- Self-guided tour of Glencolmcille Folk Village
- Guided tour of Belleek Pottery
- 75-minute cruise of Donegal Bay
4 Nights Half Board
Twin from £482pp
No Double for Sole Use Supplement max 2 (incl driver)
