All Inishowen tour itineraries are custom built to suit the interests of the tourist, their location and timeframe available. The following is a suggestion of some of the discovery points to include while on a day trip of Inishowen, Co. Donegal.
Grianan of Aileach ringfort is an ancient stone fortress with roots tracing back to 1700 BC. Offering panoramic views of Lough Swilly and five surrounding counties, this historic site served as a seat of Ulster kings. Its well-preserved circular structure and rich history make it a captivating destination for those seeking a glimpse into Ireland’s ancient past.
Malin Head is Ireland’s northernmost point, where rugged cliffs meet the wild Atlantic. Known for its breathtaking landscapes, it’s a haven for nature enthusiasts and a cinematic backdrop, featuring in films like “Star Wars VIII: The Last Jedi.” Visitors can explore the iconic Banba’s Crown and absorb the untamed beauty that defines this coastal gem.
Buncrana, a charming seaside town in Inishowen, County Donegal, hugs the shores of Lough Swilly. Steeped in history, it offers a blend of ancient sites like O’Doherty’s Keep and contemporary attractions such as Swan Park. The town’s warm hospitality and stunning coastal vistas make it a delightful destination for both shopping and coffee break.
Entrance fee not included | Subject to seasonal opening hours Fort Dunree on the cliffs of the Inishowen Peninsula, stands as a sentinel overlooking Lough Swilly. This fortress, now a military museum, delves into Ireland’s military might with exhibits ranging from World War I to The Troubles. Adjacent lies the Laurentic Memorial, commemorating the tragic sinking of the SS Laurentic in 1917.
The Mamore Gap in Inishowen, County Donegal, carves a majestic path through the Urris Hills, offering a scenic drive with awe-inspiring views of the Atlantic Ocean. This winding mountain pass is a photographer’s dream, showcasing the untamed beauty of Ireland’s largest peninsula. As you navigate its twists and turns, you’ll be amazed by a curiosity, the gravity-defying ‘Magic Road’.
Entrance fee not included | Subject to seasonal opening hours
Doagh Famine Village is a living history museum offering a poignant journey through Ireland’s past. Guided tours unveil the hardships of life in the area, the Great Hunger, and also showcases the Poitín (Moonshine) distillers of Inishowen. Tea/Coffee & Poitín sampling included in admission.
Spent a lovely day with Henry during my July visit to Donegal touring many of the small townlands on the Inishowen peninsula that played a part in my Irish family’s history. Henry is a wonderful guide and shares his love and knowledge of Donegal freely. It was a great custom tour and we highly recommend his services. Thank you Henry!!!🙂
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.
Henry Doohan, the best driver/tour guide
Henry picked us up at Donegal airport, drove us 1-1/2 hours to Ballyliffin and back 2 days later. He was on-time, responsive, knowledgeable with a good sense of humor and very pleasant to be with for 2 hours. He showed us points of interest along the way and made the ride very pleasant. We would recommend Henry highly and without reservation for any driving in Ireland whether it is to play golf, visit friends, or special occasions.
“Henry is amazing. He was professional and very informative. We will definitely be back to see the places we didn’t manage to see this time. I highly recommend his services.”
“I highly recommend booking with Henry if you want to see Donegal. We went on the Inishowen Tour and it was a full day of sightseeing. He is very knowledgeable and accomodating. We never had the feeling of being rushed or having to get on to the next stop. It was actually the opposite. Henry told us to take our time exploring, taking photos etc. It was a relaxing and very enjoyable day. He asked what we had on our bucket list to see (besides the normal stops on the tour) and he made sure we saw everything on it! There is no other way we could have seen as much without Henry taking us. I mentioned my family enjoyed Golf so he also made a stop for us to see the Ballyliffin Golf Club. Donegal has beautiful scenery and the Inishowen Tour is a great way to see it. Hope to see you again Henry for another tour in the future! Thanks for a great day in Donegal!”
My husband and I were touring Ireland via a cruise ship and 3 ports were cancelled due to inclement weather and substituted with other cites, the last one was Greencastle. I was scrambling to find something to do just like all the other passengers and we were so grateful to have found Henry. Henry picked us up at the port and we immediately started our wonderful day sightseeing some breathtaking views of North Ireland. Henry is such a delight, he is very knowledgeable, very compassionate and a great sense of knowing just what the tourist want to see and do. I highly recommend any of the tours that Henry has, you will not be disappointed.
Our group of six saw beautiful County Donegal with Henry Doohan, and we couldn’t have done it better. He is the consummate professional: knowledgeable, articulate, and a delight to be with. His Mercedes van is very comfortable and impeccably maintained. He picked us up in Sligo on the first day and dropped us off at a Dublin airport hotel on the last day. He was very attentive to the needs of our group, and we all had a great time!
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.
We booked Henry for our visit to Donegal and he was our guide for four days. I cannot recommend him highly enough. If you are on the fence about driving versus a tour or public transit versus a tour, I advise going with Henry. Our trip was completely stress free. There was no tension about driving or crowds of other tourists. Henry completely customized the trip around our interests. He gave us as much or little time as we wanted at various stops. When we had some ferry time changes, Henry was on the phone with the locals, sorting it out for us. While in the (luxurious) van with him, Henry was informative and entertaining. He filled us in on historical and contemporary events which were highly interesting. He has wonderful suggestions for books to read, restaurants to try, etc. The places he took us and the routes he chose were gorgeous. Booking a tour was a splurge for us but I can assure you, it was worth every penny and we are already planning our trip for next year with Henry. It was the best decision we made for our trip!
if you want to experience the true the real irish vacation go with DONEGAL TOUR GUIDE by HENRY DOOHAN he is more than a tour guide he is like your best friend who you have not seen in a long time. He will talk to you and show you the real ireland not the tourist ireland you read or heard about. He will pick you up at the airport and take you to DONEGAL. This is a private tour just you and him and to experience the true irish countryside will take two or three tours. You will go home with memories that will last you a lifetime
