Donegal & The Wild Atlantic Way

County Donegal is an area of Ireland largely unaffected by the passage of time and is home to some stunning scenery. Experience the rugged coastlines, fine beaches, dramatic mountains and picturesque towns as we explore the unspoilt highlights of County Donegal. Admire the panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean from the incredible Slieve League Cliffs, discover the history of the area with a fascinating visit to the Glencolmcille Folk Village, take a drive along the Wild Atlantic Way and relax whist enjoying the coastal scenery from different perspective on a cruise around Donegal Bay.

GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL

The Great Northern hotel golf & leisure club enjoys a stunning location with superb ocean views and within walking distance of Bundoran. Facilities include a restaurant and traditional Irish Bar plus leisure club with indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and spa bath. All bedrooms feature television, telephone, Wi-Fi, iron / ironing board, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Lift to all floors.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS TRAVEL PACKAGE

Accommodation with dinner and breakfast
Admission to Slieve League Cliffs and minibus tour
Admission & Guided Tour of Belleek Pottery
Admission to Glencolmcille Folk Village
Donegal Bay sightseeing cruise
Excursions as described in the tour itinerary
Return Holyhead to Dublin ferry crossings
Return coach travel from your local pick up point

Day One

We travel to Holyhead for our Irish Sea crossing to Dublin Port, then continue on to County Donegal and the resort of Bundoran where we commence our four night stay at the Great Northern Hotel.

Day Two

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.

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Day Three

This morning we make the short journey to Belleek Pottery, where we enjoy a guided tour of Ireland’s oldest pottery producer. From here we continue to Donegal where we will have some time to look around the town centre and enjoy some lunch before embarking on a sightseeing cruise of Donegal Bay. Discover the the history, environment and wildlife of the area while takeing in the stunning natural beauty of Donegal Bay.

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Day Four

Our day starts with a 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. This afternoon, we travel to Sligo where we have time for lunch and to explore at leisure. Attractions include the Sligo County Museum & Art Gallery, Yeats Society Memorial Building and Sligo Abbey.

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Day Five

We check out this morning and head back to Dublin for our return afternoon sailing to Holyhead and home to North Wales.

B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Abergele	Abergele, Bowling Green Bus Stop
Bangor, Beach Rd IRE	Bangor, Nelson Pub Beach Road
Bangor, Deiniol Rd IRE	Bangor, Old Post Office Bus Stop Deiniol Road
Bethel	Bethel, Primary School Bus Stop
Bontnewydd	Bontnewydd, Bus Stop Near Chip Shop
Bryngwran	Bryngwran, School Entrance
Caergeiliog	Caergeiliog, Outside Sportsmans Pub
Caernarfon, Campbell Road	Caernarfon, Bus Stop Bottom of Campbell Road
Caernarfon, Leisure Cent.	Caernarfon, Bus Stop opposite Leisure Centre
Caernarfon, Morrisons	Caernarfon, Morrisons Bus Stop
Caernarfon, Waterloo Port	Caernarfon, Waterloo Port Bus Stop
Caernarfon, Y Glyn	Caernarfon, Y Glyn Bethel Road
Colwyn Bay	Colwyn Bay, Railway Station Bus Stop
Criccieth, Medical Centre	Criccieth, Medical Centre Bus Stop
Gaerwen IRE	Gaerwen, Bus Stop Opposite Stermat
Gwalchmai	Gwalchmai, Opposite Clock
Holyhead	Holyhead, Bus Stop Outside Ferry Terminal Entrance
Llanberis, Maes Padarn	Llanberis, Bus Stop Opposite Maes Padarn
Llanberis, Spar	Llanberis, Outside Spar Shop
Llandudno	Llandudno, Mostyn Broadway Coach Park Bus Stop
Llandudno Jct. Station	Llandudno Junction, Station Hotel Bus Stop
Llandygai IRE	Llandygai, Bus Stop Opposite Castle Entrance
Llanfairfechan	Llanfairfechan, Castle Bridge Bus Stop
Llanfairpwll	Llanfairpwll, Pringles Car Park (Parking not permitted at Pringles car park)
Llangefni IRE	Llangefni, Tafarn Y Rhos
Llanrug	Llanrug, Arvonia Garage
Menai Bridge	Menai Bridge, Library Bus Stop
Penrhyn Bay	Penrhyn Bay, Post Office
Penygroes	Penygroes, Crossroads (Outside Victoria Hotel)
Porthmadog	Porthmadog, Tesco Bus Stop
Pwllheli	Pwllheli, Bus Station
Rhos on Sea Ire	Rhos on Sea, The Cayley Arms Bus Stop
Rhos on Sea, Hickorys	Rhos on Sea, Bus Stop Opposite Hickorys Restaurant
St. Asaph	St. Asaph, Bus Stop Outside Petrol Station
Valley	Valley, Opposite Valley Hotel
Y Felinheli, St. Marys	Y Felinheli, St Mary's Church Bus Stop
Y Felinheli, Victoria	Y Felinheli, Victoria Hotel Bus Stop