Inishowen Peninsula, Co. Donegal
"The Crown of Ireland" and "Ireland in Miniature"
Inishowen is Ireland's largest peninsula, situated in NE County Donegal in the mostly northerly part of the country, it is considered to be both the crown of Ireland and Ireland in miniature.
Discover the history of the area with antiquities older than the pyramids of Egypt - Neolithic Rock Art, standing stones, dolmens and mysterious stone circles. Explore the monasteries plundered by the Vikings and see where their battles took place. Listen to ancient stories of shipwrecks, fairies, saints and royalty whilst touring the majestic panorama of this mystical peninsula.
Visit Banba's Crown at Malin Head, Ireland's northern most tip with beautiful walks, great photo opportunities and magnificent sunsets to enjoy. Perhaps your visit will coincide with a chance to view the beautiful Northern Lights or "Aurora Borealis" a veritable feast for the eyes!
Discover the history of the area with antiquities older than the pyramids of Egypt - Neolithic Rock Art, standing stones, dolmens and mysterious stone circles. Explore the monasteries plundered by the Vikings and see where their battles took place. Listen to ancient stories of shipwrecks, fairies, saints and royalty whilst touring the majestic panorama of this mystical peninsula.
Visit Banba's Crown at Malin Head, Ireland's northern most tip with beautiful walks, great photo opportunities and magnificent sunsets to enjoy. Perhaps your visit will coincide with a chance to view the beautiful Northern Lights or "Aurora Borealis" a veritable feast for the eyes!
Touring Inishowen feels like driving along the edge of a giant, with the Atlantic breathing beside you. One minute you’re cresting Mamore Gap and the world falls away in blues and greens, the next you’re nosing along a lane where sheep enforce the speed limit. Malin Head delivers cliff drama and sky theatre, while Five Finger Strand spreads gold sand like a royal carpet.
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Dunree Fort keeps watch over Lough Swilly, and the Urris Hills fold and lift like a sleeping whale. Trawbreaga Bay glitters, Glenevin Waterfall applauds, and quiet townlands offer tea that could fix anything. The Inishowen 100 wraps it into one generous ribbon of views, stories and sea air. It’s raw, cinematic, and friendly - the kind of place where weather shares top billing with scenery, and both will steal your heart. Bring layers, curiosity, and a camera. Leave space for awe on the memory card too.
Tour Options:
- Half Day Itinerary from €250 per person within a couple / small group
- Full Day Itinerary from €450 per person within a couple / small group (excluding lunch)
- Larger bus-tour groups catered for - either with transport included or tour guide only (discounted rates for 6+ people)
- Typical tour is tailor-made to clients specifications including transport, pick-up times and special requests
- Tours are led by a knowledgeable and friendly local AITG approved tour guide with in-depth information about each site visited
- Transport provided in air-conditioned vehicles with professional drivers
- School tours and recreational groups welcomed
- Additional tour "add-ons" are available
Grianan of Aileach, seat of the Irish High Kings
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Clonca Monastic Site - Over 1,500 years of Christianity
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