Classic Travelling has created a lovely tour to Donegal in North West Ireland, where the Wild Atlantic Way begins. We love this area of Ireland which is steeped in Irish heritage, natural beauty and hidden gems. Stay on Lough Eske for five nights in the same hotel, and we have four scenic trips with plenty of points of interest to see along the way.
Check in at Holyhead for the 09.00 ferry to Dublin arriving at 12.15.
Follow route via Northern Ireland across to Lough Eske, where your hotel for five nights is located. You have time to explore the resort which sits on the edge of the Lough, surrounded by the Blue Stack Mountains.
Today our picturesque route takes us to Glenveagh Castle and Park, there is time to explore the expansive grounds before a guided visit of the castle arranged for the group. The daily distances are set so that you can enjoy a good drive but arrive back at the hotel in time to enjoy its surroundings.
Todays route takes us to the unmissable Sliabh Liag (Slieve League) Cliffs, some of the highest sea cliffs in Europe. The route is lined with points of interest all detailed in your roadbook, whether you wish to visit award winning distilleries, take in as much of the Wild Atlantic Way as possible or simply enjoy the famous Irish hospitality in the quaint villages along the way.
Have a relaxed Irish breakfast before driving in to the historic town of Donegal. The town is just 15 minutes drive from the hotel and overlooks the bay. Enjoy a cruise on the Donegal Bay Waterbus, a walking tour of Donegal Castle or simply enjoy the bars, restaurants and shops around the town.
Head to the Northerly tip of the Wild Atlantic Way to visit Fanad Head and it’s Lighthouse. We recommend a stop in Letterkenny, the county’s largest town.
After breakfast you make your way back to the port of Dublin for the 14.45 – 18.20 sailing back to Holyhead in Wales.
Enjoy an excellent four-star hotel overlooking Lough Eske for the duration of the tour.
Ferry options:
Stena Line
Cairnryan to Belfast 11.30 – 13.45 Available at no additional cost
Belfast to Cairnryan 15.30 – 17.52
P&O Ferries
Cairnryan to Larne 12:00 -14:00 £75 per car for the return
Larne to Cairnryan 16:00 – 18:00
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