Glenveagh National Park and Gaeltacht Tour
At a glance
Glenveagh National Park and Gaeltacht Tour is a 6h – 8h private experience in Derry-Londonderry, Northern Ireland, operated by Donegal Tour Guide. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 24 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $938.51 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Private transportation, Bottled water, Guiding.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 8 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 6h – 8h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–7 per booking
- Ages
- Traveller 0–120
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Glenveagh National Park and Gaeltacht Tour
from $903.53
Pickup included
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 09:00, 09:30
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
In the northwest of Ireland, at the very edge of Europe, lies the Donegal Gaeltacht, a wild and storied land where Irish traditions and the Gaeilge language still thrive. As a local, I’ll take you beyond the guidebooks, sharing the hidden corners of the Wild Atlantic Way where I grew up. You’ll hear personal stories, legendary myths, and a few tall tales along the way. Explore Glenveagh Castle and its dramatic past, stand in awe at the mystical Poisoned Glen, and reflect inside the haunting ruins of Dunlewey Church. Sip Irish whiskey at Crolly Distillery and journey through Donegal’s rugged highlands, where generations have cut turf from the vast Atlantic bog. Gaze out over the sea to the Gaeltacht islands, including Tory Island, where my ancestors came from, and hear the stories that have been passed down through generations. This is my home, let me show it to you as only a local can.
What's included
What's included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Guiding
Not included
- Glenveagh Castle Self-Guided Tour
- Crolly Distillery Whiskey Tasting
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 2h
Glenveagh, in the heart of the Derryveagh Mountains, is the second largest national park in Ireland and home to the largest herd of red deer in the country. Glenveagh Castle, a 19th century mansion, sits on the edge of Lough Veagh. A self-guided castle tour is highly recommended on your Donegal tour (additional cost, not included).
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Stop 2
Errigal in the Derryveagh Mountains is the tallest peak in County Donegal. Its quartzite stone often glows pink in the setting sun. The small Gaeltacht village of Dunlewey sits at the foot of Errigal Mountain. Take in the view of Donegal's highest peak and its six sisters.
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Stop 3 · 15m
According to legend, the huge ice-carved hollow of the Poisoned Glen got its name when the ancient, one-eyed giant king of Tory, Balor, was killed here by his exiled grandson, Lughaidh, whereupon the poison from his eye split the rock and poisoned the glen.
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Stop 4
Donegal's answer to the Taj Mahal, Old Dunlewey Church is a ruined 19th-century Church of Ireland building set dramatically in the Poisoned Glen (Gleann Nimhe), near Errigal mountain.
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Stop 5 · 1h
The Crolly Distillery is a small, award-winning craft distillery located in the heart of the Donegal Gaeltacht, bringing distilling back to the village for the first time in over 180 years. Whiskey tasting is optional. (additional cost, not included)
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Stop 6 · 15m
Bloody Foreland or “Cnoc Fola” (The Hill of Blood) derives its name from the evening sun which illuminates the rocks along this section of the coast to a rich red hue and ties in with the legend of Balor of the evil eye.
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Stop 7
View the Gaeltacht islands of Inishboffin, Inishdooey and Tory Island from Magheroarty Pier
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Stop 8 · 45m
Dunfanaghy is a scenic little village and former fishing port with a population of around 300. The main street is typical of Irish communities with colourful terraced houses and local businesses
Meeting point
Pick up is available from accommodation in and around Buncrana, Letterkenny and Donegal Town. If pickup is required from a different location, please get in touch for a customised quote.
Traveller ratings
5.0
24 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
- 5 ★ 24
- 4 ★ 0
- 3 ★ 0
- 2 ★ 0
- 1 ★ 0
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Glenveagh National Park and Gaeltacht Tour take?
The experience lasts about 6h – 8h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $938.51 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Private transportation; Bottled water; Guiding.
Where does it start?
Pick up is available from accommodation in and around Buncrana, Letterkenny and Donegal Town. If pickup is required from a different location, please get in touch for a customised quote.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 24 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Derry-Londonderry.
