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Donegal Coast 1 Day Self-guided Electric Bike Tour

When travelers dream of Ireland, names like Dublin, Galway, and the Ring of Kerry often come to mind. But on Ireland’s wild northwest edge lies a county that quietly outshines them all: Donegal. Rugged and soulful, this region is home to towering cliffs, glacial valleys, and a living Gaelic culture where fiddle music and friendly welcomes are part of everyday life.

If you’ve ever wanted to explore Ireland beyond the usual highlights, this episode is your invitation. Donegal offers something rare: a landscape as dramatic as its culture is warm. Whether you cycle with Seamus, hike along the cliffs, or sip a pint at a music session, you’ll find an Ireland that still feels wild, authentic, and deeply welcoming.

In this episode of the Sunshine Travelers Podcast, we slow down to savor Donegal’s unique spirit with local guest Seamus Gallagher, who runs Ireland by Bike with his wife, Nora, in the village of Carrick. Their self-guided cycling tours connect travelers to Donegal’s stunning landscapes and small villages—but Seamus’ stories go far beyond the bike.

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:

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  Why Donegal remains one of Ireland’s least-visited—and most authentic—counties

  
  


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  The secret behind Donegal’s distinct fiddle music and Gaelic dialect

  
  


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  What it’s like to cycle to Sliabh Liag Cliffs, which rival the Cliffs of Moher

  
  


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  The difference between e-bikes in Ireland and the U.S.—and why pedal-assist makes exploring easier

  
  


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  Hidden gems like Granny Valley and Glencolmcille 

  
  


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  Tips for catching a traditional pub session

  
  


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  Gaelic phrases like Céad Míle Fáilte (“100,000 welcomes”) and Sláinte (“cheers”)

  
  


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  Why staying in family-run B&Bs creates the most meaningful connections

  
  


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  How slowing down—walking, cycling, and lingering—leads to the richest travel experiences

  
  

 Learn more about tours at IrelandByBike.com

 Other Episodes You’ll Love:

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  Episode 132 - Northern Ireland Travel Guide: Belfast, Dark Hedges, Causeway Coastal Route & Giant’s Causeway

  
  


• Episode 18: Dublin & Southern Ireland Road Trip


• Episode 113 - Our Experience Walking Through Umbria Italy with MACS Adventure

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