Au sommet du nord-est du Donegal se trouve Inishowen, la plus grande péninsule d'Irlande. Lors de cette visite du Wild Atlantic Way, je vais vous faire visiter une partie de la route côtière de 100 miles de la péninsule connue sous le nom d'Inishowen 100. Pendant votre voyage, vous verrez le fjord glaciaire, le Lough Swilly, qui a inspiré l'hymne 'Amazing Grace'. Vous apprendrez les anciens secrets du fort de Grianan of Aileach, siège du pouvoir des chefs d'Ulster. Je vais raconter la tragédie du SS Laurentic et de son or non découvert près de Fort Dunree. Vous voyagerez à travers l'éprouvant trou de Mamore et défierez la physique sur la « route magique ». Une visite au village de Doagh Famine vous fera remonter le temps, en entendant comment la vie était dans la région. Votre journée culmine dans une galaxie très, très lointaine en atteignant Malin Head, le point le plus au nord de l'Irlande et le lieu de tournage de Star Wars : Episode VIII - Les Derniers Jedi. La visite est amusante, détendue, avec beaucoup de blagues, de grands contes et la chanson étrange aussi!
Grianan of Aileach est une ancienne colline de pierre perchée au-dessus du Lough Swilly, offrant une vue panoramique sur le Donegal, Derry et Tyrone. Imprégné de mythes et d'histoire, il était autrefois un fief royal des rois d'Aileach et un symbole puissant de l'Irlande gaélique primitive.
Buncrana est une charmante ville balnéaire sur les rives du Lough Swilly, connue pour ses promenades panoramiques, ses plages de sable fin et son atmosphère détendue. C'est un endroit idéal pour faire une pause, profiter de la vue sur la côte et découvrir la vie quotidienne à Inishowen. Maison ancestrale de l'ancien président de la Chambre des représentants des États-Unis
Situé sur le côté ouest de la péninsule d'Inishowen, le trajet panoramique jusqu'à Fort Dunree seul est aussi imprenable que la vue depuis le fort. Fortification historique de défense côtière, Fort Dunree est aujourd'hui un musée militaire avec de nombreux canons restaurés ainsi que des expositions sur les oiseaux, la vie marine et la végétation côtière de la région. (Entrée au musée coût supplémentaire non inclus)
Mamore Gap est une route étroite et escarpée longeant les collines Urris. Un point d'observation situé au sommet offre une vue panoramique sur l'océan Atlantique et la campagne environnante. On y trouve des reliques saintes, dont un puits sacré consacré à Sainte-Eigne ainsi qu’un «Chemin magique» ou «Gravity Hill».
Découvrez comment les familles et les communautés vivaient dans les chaumières originales en Irlande rurale. La visite guidée comprend également une scène d'expulsion, l'Orange Hall, le Republican Safe House et l'Irish Wake House.
Vues sur les plus hautes dunes de sable réputées d'Europe
Une visite à Malin Head, le point le plus au nord de l'Irlande, est une véritable aventure. Allez là où les plus gros autocars ne peuvent pas - jusqu'à « Banba's Crown », la pointe la plus au nord. Découvrez le paysage accidenté unique qui a été le lieu de tournage du récent «Star Wars VIII: The Last Jedi».
La prise en charge est disponible depuis les hébergements situés dans et autour de Buncrana, Letterkenny et Donegal Town. Si un ramassage est requis depuis un autre endroit, veuillez nous contacter pour un devis personnalisé.
Pour un remboursement intégral, annulez au moins 24 heures avant la date de départ prévue.
We were lucky enough to have Henry as our guide in March 2026, and the rainy day was instantly brightened by his beaming smile when he picked us up at our accommodation. Henry gave us a wonderful day filled with wit, charm, and knowledge, and we enjoyed every moment. We also had plenty of time to ourselves at the various stops; we can highly recommend this tour in general, and Henry as a guide in particular.
Our tour with Henry remains a highlight of our trip. Henry was knowledgeable, but more importantly, he took a genuine interest in our interests and in our family’s history. As a result Henry customized our trip to give us a unique perspective on the Inishowen Peninsula. This tour is exceptional.
Hi Paul, thank you so much for the lovely review. I really enjoyed personalising the tour and sharing the Inishowen Peninsula with your family. Hope you can return soon!
If you are ever in Donegal- book with Henry & Donegal Tours! It was the most incredible experience we had in 1 day! We booked the Innishowen Tor/ Malin head Booking was easy Henry responded quickly and professionally The day before our tour he gave us our location to meet him in Donegal. He was there early His Mercedes van was clean, comfortable, packed with waters & umbrellas ( if need be) His knowledge of the area, its history & present day knowledge of the area was fantastic. My father is a huge history buff- he probably talked & asked questions to Henry all day! Henry was more than happy to answer & share everything with him! The rugged landscapes are breathtaking here! The roads are not for the faint of heart! Henry maneuvered around all the twists & turns with precise professionalism! We had wonderful weather! We saw Griaanan fort A local man gave us such insight to this area and its history We drive through the lovely town of Buncrana, Fort Dunree which was magical against the ocean The cloudy weather, a slight drizzle then a burst of sunshine made it most magical! My favorite part was our trip down to the Gap of Mamore! We stopped at the “Magic Toad” where he put the van in neutral- took his feet off the gas pedal & his hands off the wheel ! The van slowly moved up hill with the help of the Fairies!!! ( believe in the magic & folklore in Ireland) The views are simply BREATHTAKING here! Our last stop was the dough Famine village It was so interesting The guide is the owner & lived I. These thatched cottages himself - do t forget to go through the haunted room for a little spooky fun! Although we didn’t get to Malin head due to road construction up there- we cannot recommend Henry & Donegal tours enough We will definitely book with him again! Thank you Henry!’
Hi Tricia, thank you so much for your amazing and detailed review! It was an absolute pleasure to guide you and your father around the Inishowen peninsula. I'm so glad you enjoyed the history, landscapes, and a touch of Irish magic at the Magic Road! Your kind words truly mean a lot and make my job all the more rewarding. Looking forward to welcoming you back to Donegal for more adventures soon!
Henry is an amazing guide providing detailed knowledge of the history and evolution of of each site. You are taken around in the luxury of his Mercedes van given a true VIP experience. Henry is the ultimate professional and a must when exploring Donegal for an unforgettable trip.
Hi, thank you for the wonderful review! I’m glad you enjoyed the VIP experience in the Mercedes and found the historical insights valuable. It was a pleasure guiding you through County Donegal. Looking forward to our next adventure together! Safe travels!
We had a fantastic two days touring of Inishowen and Slieve Liag with Henry of Donegal Tour Guide. He was so friendly and professional. He has a wealth of knowledge as he is from the area. He provides a very personal tour and was very accommodating to our schedule and needs. Excellent communication prior to our arrival also!
Hi Shelly, thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm thrilled you enjoyed your two-day tour of Inishowen and Sliabh Liag with me/Donegal Tour Guide. It was a pleasure sharing the local history and stunning landscapes with you. I’m glad the customised itinerary worked well for your schedule, and I look forward to welcoming you all back to Donegal for more adventures soon!
We spent about 2-1/2 days with Henry just last month touring Donegal and the Inishowen Peninsula. We loved every minute of our time with him. Because of our limited time there, he personalized an itinerary for us which was fantastic. He was so personable, knowledgeable, flexible, and his transport vehicle was incredibly comfortable and immaculately maintained. We are looking forward to returning to the Inishowen Peninsula. I would not go back to Ireland without spending time there!
Thank you for your wonderful review! I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed the personalised tour and your time exploring Donegal and the Inishowen Peninsula with me. It was a joy to share this beautiful part of Ireland with you. I look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in the future. Safe travels until then!
Harry was so perfect! Wealth of information and a great conversationalist. He felt like family. Can highly recommend him for any trip.
It was my pleasure showing you around Inishowen. I'm so happy to read that I made you feel like family, I hope you get to return to Donegal again soon!
We toured 3 days with Henry and Mallin Head was our favorite day. Henry went overboard to help us with groceries, our Airbnb, and acquiring other transportation. He was a joy to learn from and spend the day with. We especially liked how he explained the Gaelic language everywhere we went.
It was great to tour you around County Donegal and my pleasure to make your stay more comfortable. Delighted to read Inishowen was your favourite part of the trip. Hopefully you can return for longer in the future!
Our trip was exceptional as Henry made our day very memorable with his knowledge of all the Inishowen Peninsula and his sence of humour. He made sure we got the most out of all our stops with no pressure on time restraints. He was our guide for the day and was the best there is. Thank you.
Thank you very much for your lovely review. I'm so pleased to have shown you around the Inishowen Peninsula and that you enjoyed your tour. Hope you return soon!
My sister and I booked with Henry for our first trip to Ireland, and it was the best decision we ever made! We spent 5 days with Henry as he took us all over the north of Ireland (County Donegal and the Inishowen Peninsula). He shared history, stories, traditions, and so many laughs. Henry made our experience unforgettable and we were sad when our time with him came to an end. We met as strangers but left as friends. He made our time here amazing and we will forever be grateful to him for that. We will be using him again on our next trip. If you book with Henry, you won't be sorry. He is truly amazing!
Hi, thank you so much for your lovely review. I'm delighted you enjoyed the tour around Northern Ireland and County Donegal. I had a great time in your company and will always remember the fun we all had together. Hoping you'll all be able to return to Ireland again sometime soon!
| Visite | Durée | Note | Prix | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inishowen Peninsula Tour | 6–8 heures | 5.0 (32) | $1,034 | |
 Mysteries of Inishowen private day tour | 6–8 heures | 4.5 (24) | $1,103 | Voir |
 Full-Day Shore Excursion for cruise ships to Killybegs, Donegal | 6–7 heures | 4.9 (78) | $150 | Voir |
 Slieve League cliffs cruise. Donegal. Guided. 2 hours. | 2 heures | 4.6 (73) | $62 | Voir |
 Donegal Coast One Day Self-Guided E-Bike Tour | 4–6 heures | 5.0 (68) | $57 | Voir |
 Sliabh Liag Cliffs and Glencolmcille Tour | 6–8 heures | 5.0 (32) | $955 | Voir |
 Bog Safari Hike | 2 heures | 5.0 (30) | $49 | Voir |