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In the northwest of Ireland, at the very edge of Europe, lies the Donegal Gaeltacht—a wild and storied land where Irish traditions and the Gaeilge language still thrive. As a local, I’ll take you beyond the guidebooks, sharing the hidden corners of the Wild Atlantic Way where I grew up. You’ll hear personal stories, legendary myths, and a few tall tales along the way. Explore Glenveagh Castle and its dramatic past, stand in awe at the mystical Poisoned Glen, and reflect inside the haunting ruins of Dunlewey Church. Sip Irish whiskey at Crolly Distillery and journey through Donegal’s rugged highlands, where generations have cut turf from the vast Atlantic bog. Gaze out over the sea to the Gaeltacht islands, including Tory Island, where my ancestors came from, and hear the stories that have been passed down through generations. This is my home—let me show it to you as only a local can.

Itinerary

  • Glenveagh Castle

    1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Glenveagh, in the heart of the Derryveagh Mountains, is the second largest national park in Ireland and home to the largest herd of red deer in the country. Glenveagh Castle, a 19th century mansion, sits on the edge of Lough Veagh. A self-guided castle tour is highly recommended on your Donegal tour.
  • Errigal Mountain Hike Parking Base camp(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Errigal in the Derryveagh Mountains is the tallest peak in County Donegal. Its quartzite stone often glows pink in the setting sun. The small Gaeltacht village of Dunlewey sits at the foot of Errigal Mountain. Take in the view of Donegal's highest peak and its six sisters.
  • Poisoned Glen

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    According to legend, the huge ice-carved hollow of the Poisoned Glen got its name when the ancient one-eyed giant king of Tory, Balor, was killed here by his exiled grandson, Lughaidh, whereupon the poison from his eye split the rock and poisoned the glen.
  • Old Church Dunlewey

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Donegal's answer to the Taj Mahal
  • Crolly Distillery, Visitors' Experience

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Hear the process of creating single malt Irish Whiskey (optional Whiskey tasting)
  • Bloody Foreland

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Bloody Foreland or “Cnoc Fola” (The Hill of Blood) derives its name from the evening sun which illuminates the rocks along this section of the coast to a rich red hue
  • Magheroarty(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    View the Gaeltacht islands of Inishboffin, Inishdooey and Tory Island from Magheroarty Pier
  • Dunfanaghy

    45 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Dunfanaghy is a scenic little village and former fishing port with a population of around 300. The main street is typical of Irish communities with colourful terraced houses and local businesses

What's included

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Private transportation
Bottled water
Guiding

NOT INCLUDED

Glenveagh Castle Self-Guided Tour
Crolly Distillery Whiskey Tasting

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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