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Top 8 day trips things to do in Donegal

When Donegal is your base but the destination is somewhere else for the day. Fully-organised round trips with private transport, guides, and the reservations sorted before you leave the hotel.

  1. Full Day Guided Tour for Cruise Ship Visitors to Greencastle, Donegal1

    1. Full Day Guided Tour for Cruise Ship Visitors to Greencastle

    Step into traditional Ireland the moment you step off your ship at Greencastle Harbour on Ireland’s northern coast with this fully guided group tour. At Chieftain Tours, we’ll be ready to welcome you as you disembark and lead you to some of northwest Ireland’s must-see attractions. Your Chieftain for the day will be a Fáilte Ireland-accredited expert driver-guide, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience. Travel along Ireland’s winding roads, taking in breathtaking coastal and inland scenery, including hidden gems missed by most other tours. Explore historical sites, ancient ruins, and enjoy some free time in Derry City. Lunch is available during the day at your own cost, and to quench your thirst you can also enjoy a drink at Peadar O’Donnell’s Bar. This tour begins in the morning with your ship’s arrival and concludes in the late afternoon, returning in time for departure—a full day of culture, history, and Irish charm.

  2. Giants Causeway Private Day Tour: From Donegal or Derry, Donegal2

    2. Giants Causeway Private Day Tour: From Donegal or Derry

    I offer a private day tours along the world-renowned Causeway Coast for up to 7 people from Derry/Londonderry and northern County Donegal. Pick-ups/drop-offs can be arranged at your hotel/accommodation. This full private day tour includes a visit to the Giant’s Causeway, Ballintoy Harbour, Dunluce Castle, Kinbane Castle, the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge viewpoint, the Royal Portrush Golf Course, Downhill Beach and the Gortmore Viewpoint before returning to your accommodation. This tour is fully adaptable to suit the preferences of each group. Guests can opt to walk the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge but must pre-book tickets online.

  3. DAY TOUR: Highlights Of South Donegal, Donegal3

    3. DAY TOUR: Highlights Of South Donegal

    5.0· 19 reviews

    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.

  1. DAY TOUR: Highlights of Derry and Donegal, Donegal4

    4. DAY TOUR: Highlights of Derry and Donegal

    5.0· 8 reviews

    Given its geographical location, contrasting coastal and inland terrain steeped in ancient tradition, some would say that the North West of Ireland is truly the jewel in Ireland’s crown. Derry (or “Doire”) derived from the Gaeilge language word meaning “Oak” is a vibrant city located on the River Foyle in this region. With an abundance of historical landmarks to explore, you will be immersed in its lamentable past while attesting and embracing its transition to an energetic and dynamic city full of flavours and steeped in culture. The bordering County Donegal is a short 3km from the city. On this tour we explore elements of both. ➡️ 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.

  2. DONEGAL DAY TOUR: Coast and Castles, Donegal5

    5. DONEGAL DAY TOUR: Coast and Castles

    5.0· 6 reviews

    Visitors that come to Ireland but that don’t experience the Northern Headlands and the Wild Atlantic Way guided by the inside knowledge of locals have largely missed out on the real jewel. It is this that inspired Chieftain tours to create day tour options for visitors who want a mere taste of all that is to offer in the North West region. Embark and explore those secrets on the road less traveled by Private Luxury Car or Minibus chauffeured by a knowledgeable and experienced driver guide. ➡️ 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 commences at 9.15am and finishes at 5pm. Times are approximate and may be subject to change.

  3. Donegal Private Tour Slieve League & Glenveagh National Park, Donegal6

    6. Donegal Private Tour Slieve League & Glenveagh National Park

    5.0· 2 reviews

    For those spending the day in Donegal, here's the perfect chance to get a glimpse of this weird, wild, sometimes wet, but always wonderful county. The Donegal Private Day Tour offers you an eclectic range of attractions including; Slieve League, the second-highest sea cliffs in Ireland, the impressive Assaranca Waterfall, the pristine horse-shoe shaped Silver Strand Beach, the mighty Glengesh Pass, a haunted Napoleonic Signal Tower, megalithic tombs, handmade woolen clothing and beautifully designed artisan crafts stores and samples of local beers and whiskeys in rustic country pubs.

  4. Full-Day Shore Excursion for cruise ships to Killybegs, Donegal, Donegal7

    7. Full-Day Shore Excursion for cruise ships to Killybegs, Donegal

    5.0· 55 reviews

    NOTE: THIS TOUR IS TIMED TO COINCIDE WITH YOUR SHIPS ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TIME IN KILLYBEGS Jump into traditional Ireland as you step off your ship whist docked at Killybegs Harbour on Ireland's West coast on this fully guided small group minicoach tour. We at Chieftain Tours will be waiting as you disembark from your vessel and will guide you to some of Ireland's top attractions. Your Chieftain for the day will be a Fáilte Ireland accredited expert guide and an A+ rated experienced driver. This will be a tour like no other! We will journey along Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way, seeing breath-taking seascapes and landscapes including some famous cliffs (with a few surprises along the way! ;). We will visit historical sites, ancient ruins and even squeeze in some free shopping time in Donegal's capital heritage town. Lunch, which is optional will be available in a traditional Irish pub, where you can also quench your thirst from the drinks menu. There are only limited seats available.

  5. Mysteries of Inishowen private day tour, Donegal8

    8. Mysteries of Inishowen private day tour

    4.5· 24 reviews

    We are private and completely custom. During each tour, we include hidden gems and happily tailor each tour to suit our clients interests / pace

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