Self-Guided Donegal Hike

Self Guided

The perfect way for the independent explorer to see our hidden gems & discover the many paths less travelled.

Grading

Moderate Walks each day – Previous Hiking experience required

Duration

Various

Price

From

€465

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Explore Ireland’s hidden treasures along the Wild Atlantic Way on this unique 8 day Self-Guided Donegal Hike.

A unique Irish experience; this tour will excite & inspire you with it’s majestic mountains, terrific coastlines, astounding sunsets & picturesque landscapes. A location where sometimes, the Northern Lights can be seen from!

The Irish language is spoke in some of the regions on this tour, making it a authentic Irish adventure.

Single Room Supplement costs and Solo Traveler Supplement costs are as follows;

5-Day Donegal Hike – Single €145 | Solo €270

8-Day Donegal Hike – Single €190 | Solo €335

Should you decide to choose Solo Traveler Supplement please note the single room supplement costs are already included.

For more information about this tour & to explore all your other options please contact a member of our team here.

To see a short video of some of the highlights on this tour check out our YouTube channel here.

Highlights

St John’s Point

Arranmore

Assarancagh Waterfall

Slieve League

What's Included?

Ensuite room in select accommodations with breakfast

Luggage transfers as per itinerary

Digital Route Notes & Maps or GPS Navigation app

Dedicated holiday specialist to help with planning

24 hour telephone support service

Upgrade option available – Please see downloadable PDF itineraries for details

Upgrade Options

Prices quoted are for the Silver Option. If you would like to upgrade please mention your desired option from the below table on the booking form page.

Ireland Walk Hike Bike - Tiered Pricing - Silver

Ireland Walk Hike Bike - Tiered Pricing - Gold

Ireland Walk Hike Bike - Tiered Pricing - Platinum

AVAILABLE TOURS

Tour

Duration

Price

5-Day Self-Guided Donegal Hike

Duration: 4 nights

Cost pps: €465

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8-Day Self-Guided Donegal Hike

Duration: 7 nights

Cost pps: €670

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Itinerary

Day 1 - Bunbeg

Arrive to the beautiful coastal town of Bunbeg where your holiday begins.

Day 2 - Gweedore to Dunlewy

Mount Errigal is Donegal’s highest mountain. Your hike today gives you wonderful views of this mountain as you hike near Dunlewy Lake.

Total Distance: 8.9km | Total Ascent: 194m | Total Descent: 155m | Max Elevations: 148m

Day 3 - Dunlewy to Falcarragh

Following part of an old Railway Line, your hike today takes you to the northern coast of the Wild Atlantic Way as you reach the town of Falcarragh.

Total Distance: 14.5km | Total Ascent: 185m | Total Descent: 238m | Max Elevations: 169m

Day 4 - Bloody Foreland Loop

This coastal route takes you through bogland and along part of the Wild Atlantic Way as you follow the coast to Gortahork.

Total Distance: 22.5km | Total Ascent: 307m | Total Descent: 328m | Max Elevations: 328m

Day 5 - Dunfanaghy to Letterkenny

Depart after breakfast from Dunfanaghy. There are several private bus services & a public bus service to Letterkenny. From Letterkenny you can connect with services to most major towns & cities in Ireland.

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Day 1 - Donegal

Arrive to Donegal town in the north west of Ireland where your holiday begins.

Day 2 - Blue Stack Way

Walking from your accommodation you follow the “Blue Stack Way-Marked Way” around the shores of the beautiful Lough Eske, along the foothills of Banagher Hill, beside the Eglish River to finish in the little village of Letterbarra.

Total Distance: 22.9km | Total Ascent: 518m | Total Descent: 457m | Max Elevations: 289m

Day 3 - Letterbarra to Glenties

Following across old bog roads & through farmland, you then have a lovely walk over the foothills of the Bluestacks to arrive into the village of Glenties.

Total Distance: 10.7km | Total Ascent: 138m | Total Descent: 316m | Max Elevations: 232m

Day 4 - Glenties to Ardara

From Glenties, you follow along the Owentocker River on a beautiful hike to reach Ardara.

Total Distance: 11.2km | Total Ascent: 74m | Totsl Descent: 103m | Max Elevations: 51m

Day 5 - Ardara to Kilcar

Continuing south from Ardara, you hike through the Glengesh Pass and across bogland before descending into the village of Kilcar with lovely views across Donegal Bay.

Total Distance: 19.3km | Total Ascents: 481m | Total Descent: 491m | Max Elevations: 320m

Day 6 - Carrick to Glencolmcille

Hiking west today, your trail takes you along the coast from Carrick & then inland to reach the Irish speaking village of Glencolmcille.

Total Distance: 15.6km | Total Ascent: 484m | Total Descent: 485m | Max Elevations: 220m

Day 7 - Glencolmcille to Ardara

From Glencolmcille, you follow over the beautiful Glen Head and along the coast to reach “Port”. Continue east along the Owenwee River to return to the village of Ardara.

Total Distance: 32km | Total Ascent: 939m | Total Descent: 923m | Max Elevations: 305m

Day 8 - Ardara

From Ardara a direct bus service returns you to Donegal town where you can connect with a wider bus service.

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