Situated between the Mulroy Bay and the glacial fjord Lough Swilly is the Fanad peninsula, one of Ireland's best kept secrets. On this tour, I will transport you along the winding, coastal roads towards Fanad Lighthouse, one of County Donegal's Wild Atlantic Way signature points. Here you can stroll along the grounds of a functioning, historical Lighthouse, taking in the views of the ocean and bird life. On your journey, I will enthral you with stories and legends of the peninsula. Learn about the creation of 'Football Special', Ramelton's answer to Coca-Cola. Visit Rathmullan, the site of one of the most important events in Irish history, 'The Flight of the Earls'. Then cross the politically placed 'Bridge to Nowhere'. We'll walk the ruins of Doe castle which overlooks Sheephaven bay and hear of the clan that built it. This tour is held in a fun, relaxed way with plenty of photo opportunities, music, (bad) jokes and features coast, castles and Craic!
Fanad Lighthouse and Doe Castle Tour
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Guiding
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Fanad Lighthouse grounds admission
- Service animals allowed
- Travellers easily arrive and depart on public transport
Cancellation Cutoff: 1 days
Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Donegal Tour Guide is a private tour operator led by Henry Doohan. Based in County Donegal, Ireland, the service offers personalized private tours of Donegal and broader Ireland. Specialties include private day trips, multi-day itineraries along the Wild Atlantic Way, and tailor-made journeys for small groups. Henry is a fully licensed SPSV driver and Failte Ireland approved operator, ensuring knowledgeable guidance, safe transport, and flexible scheduling. The tours showcase rugged coastlines, dramatic headlands, castles, and national parks, with a relaxed pace and local insights. Bookings are available via FareHarbor and partner platforms (Viator, Pelago, and more).
- Duration: 360 minutes - 420 minutes
- Trip difficulty: Easy
