1-Day Donegal Tours

Guided day tours for private groups

Begin your day with pickup from your accommodation and travel in luxury aboard a chauffeur-driven Mercedes-Benz V-Class MPV.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy a day of exploration as you’re transported in style to Donegal’s most breathtaking sights and attractions before being comfortably returned to your base that evening.

With expert guidance and local insight, you’ll uncover hidden gems and must-see landmarks along the way.

Every tour is tailor-made to match your interests, location, and schedule, ensuring a truly personalised experience.

Below are some suggested day tour itineraries showcasing the best of County Donegal, Ireland.

Sliabh Liag Cliffs and Glencolmcille Private Tour

Sliabh Liag Cliffs

Killybegs Fishing Boats, Co. Donegal

Sliabh Liag Cliffs, Co. Donegal

Glencolmcille Folk Village, Co Donegal

Muckross Head View

Killybegs Harbour, Co. Donegal

Malin Beg Silver Strand, Co. Donegal

Killybegs Harbour, Co. Donegal

Glencolmcille Folk Village, Co. Donegal

Sliabh Liag, Carrick, Co. Donegal

Set off on a captivating exploration along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, where the majestic Sliabh Liag cliffs stand as towering sentinels over the Atlantic Ocean. Marvel at the sheer grandeur of Europe’s highest-accessible sea cliffs and breathe in the crisp sea air as you traverse the rugged pilgrim’s path.

Venture to Glencolmcille Folk Village, where time seems to stand still amidst traditional thatched cottages. Engage with Ireland’s cultural tapestry as the village unveils the customs and folklore of a bygone era.

This tour seamlessly weaves together the natural wonders of Sliabh Liag and the living history of Glencolmcille, promising an immersive journey through Ireland’s northwest filled with breathtaking landscapes and rich heritage.

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Glenveagh and Gaeltacht Private Tour

Errigal Mountain, Co. Donegal

Gaeltacht Dún na nGall

Glenveagh Castle, Co. Donegal

Bloody Foreland, Co. Donegal

Glenveagh National Park, Co. Donegal

Dunlewey Church, Co. Donegal

Poisoned Glen Bridge

Crolly Distillery, Co. Donegal

Errigal Mountain, Co. Donegal

Dunlewey, Co. Donegal

Venture on an enchanting journey through the heart of Ireland’s northwest with our Glenveagh National Park and Donegal Gaeltacht tour. Immerse yourself in the pristine wilderness of Glenveagh, where emerald landscapes, mirrored lakes, and a Victorian castle create an unforgettable panorama.

Traverse the scenic expanses of the Donegal Gaeltacht, a region where the Irish language thrives and cultural traditions come to life. Engage with friendly locals, savour Crolly Distillery’s Irish Whiskey, and explore the charming villages nestled along the rugged coastline.

This tour blends the natural splendour of Glenveagh Castle with the rich cultural heritage of the Gaeltacht, promising an authentic and immersive experience in Ireland’s rural northwest.

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Malin Head and Inishowen Peninsula Private Tour

Malin Head, Wild Atlantic Way

Grianan of Aileach Ring Fort, Burt, Co. Donegal

Doagh Famine Village, Inishowen

Mamore Gap, Inishowen, Co. Donegal

Fort Dunree, Inishowen, Co. Donegal

Malin Head, Inishowen, Co. Donegal

Fort Dunree, Buncrana, Co. Donegal

Grianan of Aileach, Burt, County Donegal

Star Wars VIII - The Last Jedi filming locations

Greencastle, County Donegal

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Ireland’s largest peninsula, Inishowen, and immerse yourself in the cinematic allure of Malin Head. Discover the rugged charm that captivated the filmmakers of ‘Star Wars VIII: The Last Jedi’ which graced the silver screen.

From the iconic Banba’s Crown to the sweeping vistas of Mamore Gap, each stop on our tour unveils a chapter in the peninsula’s storied landscape. Explore Grianan of Aileach, an ancient ring fort, Dunree museum and charming villages, all while experiencing the rich tapestry of history and myth that defines this region.

On this tour you’ll witness the raw beauty and movie magic of Ireland’s northwest frontier, not in a galaxy far, far away!

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Fanad Lighthouse and Doe Castle Private Tour

Fanad Head Lighthouse, Co. Donegal

Knockalla, Ballymastocker Beach, Co. Donegal

Doe Castle, Co. Donegal

Flight of the Earls Sculpture, Rathmullan, Co. Donegal

Creeslough, Co. Donegal

Ramelton, Co. Donegal

Ballymastocker Bay, Co. Donegal

Fanad Head Lighthouse, Co. Donegal

Sheephaven Bay, Co. Donegal

Doe Castle, Co. Donegal

Rathmullan, Co. Donegal

Head off on a captivating journey through the Fanad Peninsula with our Fanad Lighthouse and Doe Castle Tour. Explore the iconic Fanad Lighthouse, perched on sea cliffs, offering panoramic views of the rugged Atlantic ocean.

Dive into Gaeilge history at Doe Castle, a medieval fortress defended by the Sheephaven Bay. Traverse the Wild Atlantic Way, unveiling coastal views, quaint villages, and the warm embrace of Irish hospitality.

This tour mixes natural wonders, historic treasures, and the authentic charm of the Fanad region. From maritime splendour to medieval mystique, join us on an immersive adventure through the captivating landscapes and rich heritage of Ireland’s northwest.

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Causeway Coast Private Tour

Giant's Causeway, Co. Antrim

Magazine Gate, Derry City

Bushmills Distillery, Co. Antrim

Dunluce Castle, Co. Antrim

Derry City Walls, Derry - Londonderry

Tower Museum, Derry City

Giants Causeway, Co. Antrim

Ballintoy Harbour

Derry Girls Experience, Tower Museum, Derry City

Bushmills Distillery, Bushmills, County Antrim

Derry City Walls

Ballintoy Harbour, Co. Antrim

Discover the enchanting landscape of Northern Ireland with a tour showcasing the wondrous Giant’s Causeway. Marvel at the geological wonders of the Causeway, where hexagonal basalt columns create a natural masterpiece.

Wander through the historic City of Derry, where the ancient walls stand as silent witnesses to a tragic history. Immerse yourself in nature’s artistry along the Causeway Coast and the cultural heritage within the Walls of Derry.

From the surreal basalt formations to the medieval charm of the city walls, our tour promises an engaging exploration of Northern Ireland’s geological and historical treasures.

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Brilliant day

“We spent our honeymoon in Donegal and rounded off the trip with the South Donegal Private Tour. Couldn’t recommend Henry highly enough. We had a fantastic time.
I booked through the chat feature on his website and was pleasantly surprised with the prompt reply. The South Donegal tour takes in miles of perfect scenery with plenty of pitstops including Killybegs, Slieve League Cliffs, Glencolmcille Folk Village and Ardara.
We opted for the additional picnic made up of local food and drinks which I’d highly recommend particularly during restrictions in dining.
If we had travelled with Henry earlier in our stay we would probably have done another day’s tour. The whole experience is very chilled out while taking in as much as possible at a really nice pace. Highly recommended.”

Shane M (TripAdvisor)

Transportation During Difficult Time

My wife and I booked Henry to take us from our wedding venue in Rathmullan to our mini-moon in Ballyliffin. He as there promptly and helped us load the car on a drizzly day. The night before, we had to adjust our plans, adding a stop at a hospital in Derry so that my wife could visit her ailing grandfather. Henry made the adjustment without issue and waited patiently in the car during the visit. My wife’s grandfather passed away that afternoon. Late that night, I sent Henry a text asking if he could pick us up early so that she could be with her family. He responded promptly and was there exactly when he said he would be the following day, then drove us safely to Derry through terrible conditions.

The long and short of it is that if you are looking for someone that is kind, compassionate, and professional. You won’t find anyone better than Henry. If you want a comfortable ride with a driver that knows and loves the region, Henry’s your man.

Even during our short and emotional trip I was impressed by his knowledge and ability to tell a story. He shared tidbits of information about places we’d both been, that neither of us knew. We can’t wait to book him again for a full tour experience.

Tony C (TripAdvisor)

Don’t do Donegal without him!

At the recommendation of family members who had retained Donegal Tour Guide in 2022, my friends and I booked Henry as our guide and driver for a recent visit to Ireland and Northern Ireland. He provided transit from Dublin through Belfast and Ballycastle into Donegal, then we did both the Malin Head/Inishowen and Slieve League tours, with final transit to Knock. He made the experience an exceptional one. In our five days together, he took as to places that we’d have never discovered had we traveled on our own, and he gave us insights and back-stories that tour books don’t provide. His knowledge, wit, engaging personality, and ability to “read the crowd” were truly a treasure. By the time he dropped us off at our final destination, we felt as if we were saying goodbye to a dear friend. Don’t do Donegal without him!

Patricia Mullah...F (TripAdvisor)

Airport transfer

Spent 4 hours with Henry driving from Dublin to Donegal , it was as pleasure . Beautiful Mercedes big van , good stories and history on the way.

Roger M(TripAdvisor)

Wonderful Two Days in County Donegal

Henry was a great tour guide and very easy to work with. He picked us up at our hotel in Donegal town and took us on a variation of the south Donegal tour with the addition of a lovely Assaranca waterfall and Maghera beach and caves. Henry is very knowledgeable and delightful company. This first day finished with a lovely drive across the County by Mount Errigal to our hotel in Derry (Londonderry). He picked us up the next morning and took on the Inishowen tour including a great lunch stop at Nancy’s Barn (must get the seafood chowder). Henry even produced a double rainbow at Malin Head but don’t expect that every time. I am sure wherever he takes you it will be great.

Joel Riklin (TripAdvisor)

Awesome

Donegal is absolutely a hidden gem of Ireland. The scenes of Sliabh Liag Cliffs, Fort Dunree and Malin Head are breathtaking and majestic. Riding on winding roads through lovely fields and magnificent slopes with Henry is an unforgettable experience for us. Henry is an amazing tour guide with intimate knowledge of Donegal’s history, culture, community, and of course stunning spots. First greeting us with a playlist of Vietnamese songs to make us feel at home, he carefully explained the tour in advance. He was also very kind in telling us interesting facts about each place and answering our questions (despite some silly ones 😀 ) about local customs along the way. Thanks for a great trip in Donegal! I will definitely book another tour with Henry if I visit Donegal next time.

Hanh Nguyen (TripAdvisor)

Henry was phenomenal…highly recommend!!

Henry was phenomenal…highly recommend!! We had 5 people in our trip and the private chauffeur was absolutely worth every penny! Henry is a wealth of information and was able to help us tweak our itinerary as we went along, to ensure we didn’t feel rushed, which was much appreciated. He was a great help planning and conforming each day in advance, so were all on the same page. Henry was more than a driver to us, he was a trusted tour guide and friend. I can’t say enough about how wonderful our week was with Henry; he is kind, witty, and caring. Next time we return to Ireland, we will be booking Henry…Amazing service!

Missy L (TripAdvisor)

Indispensable

Henry is a godsend to people like us who don’t like to drive on holidays. With public transport almost non-existent on Inishowen, his service is much appreciated. We had a lovely day with him. Would recommend to anybody who prefer scenery to the dashboard on their holidays.

Saumava M (TripAdvisor)

Donegal Gaeltacht Customised Tour

We took a special tour to the Donegal Gaeltacht. Henry was brilliant. He understood exactly the kind of tour we wanted from the brief phone conversation and scheduling. He customised our tour to meet our particular desires. He took us to see Croc an Dúin, Cill Mhic Réanáin, An Ráith, An Fál Carrach, Cloich Cheann Fhaola, Gaoth Dobhair, Dún Lúiche, and many other exciting off-tourist and hidden locations. He also hooked us up with new friends, facebook friends, internationally famous Donegal people and na seanachaí. We highly recommend Henry Doohan and Donegal Tour Guide for any exploration of Co. Donegal.

Saoirse Ni C (TripAdvisor)

The best tour guide Ireland has to offer!

Where to start…communication with the company is great! I was able to either talk to or email Henry and receive an immediate reply. He was able to answer all my questions to help my group to prepare for a great day. We were a group of 6 on a cruise around Ireland. We were picked up promptly at the appointed time at the cruise port in a very clean Mercedes SUV. Once introductions were made we were off on a journey across Donegal with an extremely knowledgeable person that really loves his home. Henry is a plethora of information. He driving was wonderful. We went to so many wonderful places, all of which he could give a story to. I can not say enough positive about the service he provided and the tour he gave. What I can say is the next time I am in Ireland I will definitely reach out for his services again. If you want to learn about Ireland in comfort and enjoy the day you should try this tour.

travelingwaters (TripAdvisor)