Donegal & the Wild Atlantic Way
Donegal & the Wild Atlantic Way
Donegal & the Wild Atlantic Way
6 Days Starting and ending in Holyhead, UK
Visiting: Holyhead, Emerald Isle Express, Donegal, Ireland, Killybegs, Glencolumbkille, Dublin
Tour operator:
Tour code:
pdw
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Experience the charm of the Irish countryside and a taste of its bustling towns and cities on this fully escorted coach holiday. Take in the spectacular natural beauty of the Irish coast, as we enjoy drive along the windswept coastline and visit idyllic locations such as the bustling harbour town of Killybegs and the mountainous sea cliffs of Slieve League; the highest cliffs in Europe. Why not join our optional excursion to Glenveagh National Park? Here, you can witness stunning panoramas across rugged mountains and crystal-clear blue lakes. On this tour, we also spend time in picturesque Donegal Town and the capital city of Dublin, where you can join our fascinating sightseeing tour and take in the city’s famous sights, from the St. Patrick’s Cathedral to the Four Courts.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Emerald Isle
Location: Holyhead, Emerald Isle Express
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: City-style hotels
Meals Included: Dinner
Regional departure by coach, then to Holyhead for the ferry to Ireland. After arriving at the Emerald Isle, we head to our overnight hotel.
Day 2 : Donegal Town
Location: Donegal
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Great Northern Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, we journey across Ireland to Donegal Town. This bustling little hamlet at the mouth of the River Eske is great for a leisurely stroll around The Diamond Market Square, a local hub of music and culture, or up to Jacobean-period Donegal Castle.
For those with an interest in wildlife, Donegal Bay is also home to a seal colony, so keep an eye on the water! From here, we continue to our hotel in Bundoran for three nights.
Day 3 : Day At Leisure Or Glenveagh National Park
Location: Ireland
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Great Northern Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Relax with a free day or join our full-day optional excursion of Glenveagh National Park, Ireland’s second largest national park and home to an abundance of wildlife, passing by the stoic Blue Stack Mountains, known locally as the Croaghgorms.
On this scenic journey, you’ll witness stunning views across rugged mountains and crystal-clear blue lakes. We also visit the Glenveagh Visitor Centre, where you can find out more about the interesting and gorgeous surroundings of the park.
Day 4 : Killybegs & Glencolumbkille
Location: Killybegs, Glencolumbkille
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Great Northern Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, take in the glorious scenery on our included coastline drive excursion. We head first to picturesque Killybegs, a bustling harbour town that serves as the largest fishing port in the country.
Later, see mountainous sea cliffs of Slieve League; the highest cliffs in Europe. Although less famous than the Cliffs of Moher in County Clare, Slieve League's cliffs reach almost three times higher…so don’t look down!
Finally, we see the rugged landscape of Glencolumbkille, a Gaeltacht village on the western coast of Ireland, famous for its wealth of traditions and Gaelic culture.
Day 5 : Dublin
Location: Dublin
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: City-style hotels
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, we leave Donegal and make a brief stop in beautiful Mullaghmore, a coastal village that lives in distant shadow of Ben Bulben Mountain. The name Mullaghmore will forever be associated with Lord Mountbatten, who was killed here in 1979.
From here, we continue to the Irish capital of Dublin, a beautiful Georgian metropolis where you can join our optional sightseeing tour; offering a tantalising taste of this fascinating city. The tour will show you both the north and south of the capital, as well as the inner city, which is full of interesting sights, historic buildings and even a pub or two! The tour is panoramic, seeing beautiful buildings of significance such as Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, The National Art Gallery and the Four Courts. Dublin is also home to the Guinness Storehouse, should you wish to pay homage to the city’s most famous drink and see a panorama of Dublin from its glassed Gravity Bar.
In the evening, we head to our overnight hotel in the Dublin area.
Day 6 : Arrive Holyhead
Location: Holyhead
Meals Included: Breakfast
To Holyhead, then home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Fully Guided
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
What's Not Included
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Insurance
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Tipping & Gratuities
Accommodation
You will stay for three nights at the 4-star Great Northern Hotel in Bundoran.
Overnight stays in the Dublin area will be in city-style hotels.
Check out our Q&As
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Fully escorted by our experienced drivers/crews. And in most towns and cities we either include or offer optional sightseeing tours with expert local guides to help you get the most from your visits.
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What type of coach will be used?
You will travel on either our Luxuria Coach or our Silver Service Coach
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
On Leger Coach Holidays, your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Some tours carry a supplement for solo travellers, please ask for details if the Single price is not shown
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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Low Deposit
Leger Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of leger holidays charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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