Donegal, Slieve League Cliffs & Wild Atlantic Way - L'pool

Windswept with mountain passes, labyrinthine coastlines and picturesque towns, we explore the unspoilt highlights of County Donegal in the stunning north west of Ireland on this delightful break. We take in some of the breathtaking coastal scenery from different perspectives, including a cruise around Donegal Bay and a scenic drive along the Wild Atlantic Way, which struts proudly as the world's longest defined coastal route. We also admire the panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean from the incredible Slieve League Cliffs and discover the history of the area with a fascinating visit to the Glencolmcille Folk Village.What's included?
- Return flights to Dublin- Airport taxes & luggage allowance (one piece of checked-in hold luggage per person)- Airport transfers in Ireland- 2 nights at a selected hotel in the Dublin area (JG3 rating) with dinner & breakfast- 3 nights at the Central Hotel or Abbey Hotel, Donegal (JG3 rating) with dinner & breakfast- Excursions to Glencolmcille Folk Village, Slieve League Cliffs, Killybegs, Glenveagh Castle and National Park & Dublin- Cruise on Donegal Bay- Escorted by a tour manager in IrelandOptional locally guided city tour of Dublin (£16pp)

Itinerary
Day 1 \nWe fly to Dublin airport and are transferred to our overnight hotel in the Dublin area.Day 2 - Glencolmcille Folk Village & Killybegs\nWe start with a visit to Glencolmcille Folk Village. This living history 'museum' is a replica of a rural village offering a glimpse into life as it was for our ancestors. Next, we call at Killybegs, Ireland's largest fishing port with a scenic harbour and also famous for its tapestries and carpets.Later we check in to the Abbey Hotel or the Central Hotel in Donegal, our base for the next three nights.Day 3 - Donegal Waterbus Cruise & Slieve League CliffsWe head to Donegal where we start with a leisurely cruise on Donegal Bay. Here we can spot the seal colony on Seal Island and admire the beauty of the Bluestack Mountains. Complete with a full commentary about the history, environment and wildlife of the area, this is a lovely way to take in the stunning natural beauty of Donegal Bay.We then head to the Slieve League Cliffs, one of Ireland's best-kept secrets. We enjoy a guided minibus transfer to the Cliffs, rising almost 2,000 feet from the Atlantic, they are among the highest sea cliffs in Europe and offer outstanding panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, the Sligo Mountains and Donegal Bay.Day 4 - Glenveagh Castle & National Park \nThis morning we enjoy a scenic drive through County Donegal, passing the imposing Mount Errigal and Bloodyforeland, named after the intense red hue of the rocks during sunset. We travel to the Glenveagh National Park, a designated Special Area of Conservation and one of six national parks in Ireland. Located in the heart of the Derryveagh Mountains, the park is a remote and beautiful sanctuary of peaceful lakes, peat bogs and rugged mountains. After visiting the park and exploring the striking Glenveagh Castle, we continue our picturesque journey with a coastal drive along the Wild Atlantic Way to the lovely village of Dunfanaghy.Day 5 - Dublin (with optional guided tour £16pp)\nChecking out of our hotel, we travel to Dublin where we spend an afternoon at leisure. There are plenty of historic sites, architectural splendours and iconic monuments to see from the oldest, Dublin Castle, to one of the newest, the Spire of Dublin. Or you may like to experience one of Dublin's traditional pubs - there are 1,000 lining the city's cobbled streets! We also have the option to join a locally guided tour of the city before spending the night in our hotel in the Dublin area.Day 6\nWe transfer to Dublin airport for our return flight home.Hotel Hotel
The Central Hotel (JG3 rating)\n\nThe Central Hotel (JG3 rating) is ideally located in the Diamond, the main square in Donegal town. The en-suite rooms offer multi-channel TV, free Wi-Fi and tea and coffee-making facilities. The hotel also features a restaurant, bar and leisure facilities, including an indoor swimming pool and steam room.\n\nOr\n\nThe Abbey Hotel (JG3 rating)\n\nThe Abbey Hotel (JG3 rating) is located in the main square of charming Donegal and is right next to Donegal Castle. The en-suite rooms offer tea and coffee-making facilities, Wi-Fi, and a flat-screen TV. The hotel also features a bar and restaurant that uses only fresh, Irish produce.\n\nWe also spend the first and last night of our stay at a conveniently located hotel in the Dublin area (JG3 rating).