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01292 288100 | info@doddsoftroon.com

Dodds Coach Holidays | 24 Central Avenue, Gretna, DG16 5AS
01461 337799 | coachholidays@doddsoftroon.com

Donegal and Glenveagh Castle

Donegal and Glenveagh Castle

Discover the unspoiled beauty of County Donegal, where you’ll experience breathtaking wild landscapes. Bustling Donegal Town is nestled along the banks of the River Eske and framed by the majestic Blue Stack Mountains.

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Price Includes (all details are subject to change):

 

  • four nights dinner, bed and breakfast

  • entertainment

  • admission to Glenveagh Castle and Gardens

  • guided tour at Belleek Pottery

  • admission to Glencolmcille Folk Village

  • two excursions

  • return coach travel and ferry fare from Scotland (£40 supplement)

 

Central Hotel, The Diamond, Donegal Town

 

Situated in the Diamond, at the heart of the beautiful coastal town of Donegal. The hotel boasts a central location and magnificent views over Donegal Bay, making it the perfect choice.  Relax and enjoy the comfortable bedrooms, delicious dishes in the restaurant and entertainment.  Unwind in the leisure centre which features a swimming pool, gym, steam room, jacuzzi and solarium.

Day One

Depart from your selected joining point and travel to Donegal and the Central Hotel. Comfort stops will be made en-route.

Day Two

Experience the stunning beauty of Glenveagh National Park, with a visit to the captivating Glenveagh Castle and its immaculate gardens. Explore the romantic, castellated mansion, complete with original furnishings, and enjoy a leisurely stroll through the beautifully maintained gardens. Journey through the lovely fishing village of Killybegs to arrive at Glencolmcille Folk Village for a self-guided tour. Explore the Fisherman's Cottage and School House, where local history comes to life through fascinating artifacts and an audio-visual on Fr. McDyer. Don't miss the "Clocha na hÉireann" Stones of Ireland Map, a beautiful monument crafted by stonemasons from all 32 counties for the 1916 centenary. You'll also find a stunning sculpture commemorating St. Colmcille's 1500th birthday, inspired by the Book of Kells. Enjoy tea, scones, homemade soup, and other treats at the cozy tea house.

Day Three

The ancient town of Sligo is a great example of true Irish beauty. Explore great shopping opportunities and cosy cafes; or pop into a traditional Irish pub and enjoy the local 'craic'. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour at Belleek Pottery and behind the scenes access of the manufacturing and creative process that goes into every piece of Belleek fine china, produced on site since 1857.

Day Four

Spend the day discovering picturesque Donegal town. Perhaps explore Donegal Castle, the ruined Abbey and abundance of shops; or just people watch and enjoy the 'craic' on The Diamond, Donegal's main square. You may wish to soak up beautiful scenery from the sea on the Donegal Bay Waterbus. The tour passes many local points of interest, including the Old Abbey and Seal Island.

Day Five

After breakfast you leave Donegal to start the journey home. Comfort stops will be made en-route.

Please Note

It may be necessary under certain circumstances for these excursions to be operated on different days to those shown.

Holiday Itinerary

 

For full Itinerary click here

 

For full Trading Charter and Booking Conditions click here

 

Not every holiday will suit your mobility needs and some are not suitable for persons using walking aids/wheelchairs etc.  Please ask a member of staff for details should you have any concerns regarding suitability.

TRAVEL WITH US AND YOU CAN PARK YOUR CAR AT THE STENA LINE TERMINAL, BELFAST FOR ONLY £30. To reduce travel time, separate vehicles or taxis may be used to convey passengers to join our holiday coach.

TRAVEL WITH US AND YOU CAN PARK YOUR CAR AT THE STENA LINE TERMINAL, BELFAST FOR ONLY £30.

To reduce travel time, separate vehicles or taxis may be used to convey passengers to join our holiday coach.

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Name Address Times
Annan Q Annan - Outside Queensberry Arms Hotel
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Ardrossan Ardrossan, Princes Street Bus Stop
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Ayr Dodds Depot Ayr, Dodds Depot, 4 East Road
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Ayr NEW Ayr, Douglas Street Bus Stop, Outside Bus Station
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Ballantrae Ballantrae, Garage, Main Street
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Ballymena Ballymena, Seven Towers Leisure Centre
Main entrance
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Ballymoney Ballymoney
Biestys Centra / Route Service Station,
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Ballynure Ballynure, The Village Chippy
Car Park, Larne Road.
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Bangor Bangor, Town Car Park
opposite Bangor Railway Station Car Park
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Belfast City Centre Belfast City Centre, Leonardo Hotel,
(formerly Jurys Inn), Great Victoria Street.
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Belfast Stena Belfast - Stena Line Victoria Terminal 4,
West Bank Road (Cairnryan)
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Cairnryan Stena Cairnryan - Stena Line Passenger Terminal
Loch Ryan Port.Cairnryan
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Carlisle Asda Carlisle Asda
Bus Layby, Chandler Way
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Castle Douglas Castle Douglas, Crown Hotel
Opposite Market Hill, King Street
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Coleraine Coleraine, Lodge Hotel, Outside Front Door
CLIENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO PARK AT THE HOTEL.
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Dalbeattie Dalbeattie, Opp The Birchtree Hotel
Maxwell Street
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Dumfries Dumfries, Whitesands, Coach Bay near Suspension
Bridge. (If Whitesands Closed, Brooms Rd Car Park)
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Dunsilly Roundabout Dunsilly Roundabout
Car Park, Antrim
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Eastriggs Eastriggs, Central Bus stop
Opposite the Baxter Hall (Church)
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Girvan Girvan, Hamilton Arms Hotel
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Glengormley Glengormley, Corrs Corner Roundabout
Larne Road Side.
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Gretna Gretna Main Bus Stop
Annan Road
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Gretna Green Gretna Green, Gretna Hall Hotel, Front steps
Please park in the overflow parking space
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Holywood Holywood, Redburn Square.
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Irvine Irvine, Coach Park adjacent to Aldi
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Kilmarnock Kilmarnock, St Marnock St (Police Station)
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Kilwinning Kilwinning, Caley Station (top of Dalry Road)
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Kirkcudbright Kirkcudbright, Harbour Square
Opposite the Old Post Office
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Larne Larne, Fairhill Car Park
Victoria Road
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Lisburn Lisburn, Sprucefield Shopping Centre, Bus Shelter
at mini roundabout near Marks & Spencers
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Maybole Maybole, Cassillis Hotel
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Newton Stewart Newton Stewart, The Crown Hotel
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Newtownards Newtownards, Circular Road
McDonalds Car Park
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Prestwick Prestwick, Station Road.
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Saltcoats Saltcoats, Railway Station
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Stevenston Stevenston, The Cross
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Stranraer Stranraer
Bus Stop Opposite Police Station
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Troon Troon, Ivy Cottage, South Beach, Bus Stop outside
Town Hall
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