Welsh Highland Railway Adventure
- Duration: 5 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TGRA9964
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
5 days
5 DAYS | HALF BOARD | BY COACH
Enjoy an unforgettable train journey on the famous Ffestiniog Railway to the seaside resort of Porthmadog, and a memorable ride on the long-lost Welsh Highland Narrow-Gauge Railway. Sit back and relax on the Bala Lake Railway as it follows the length of the vast waters of the lake, and explore the historic city of Chester too!What's Included:
- Coach travel with reserved seating
- Tour Manager escorted
- Half board accommodation
- A journey on the Ffestioniog Railway
- A ride on the Welsh Highland Railway
- Visit to Betws-y-Coed
- A ride on the Bala Lake Railway and time in Chester
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Excursions
Your ItineraryFULL DAY: Ffestiniog Railway & Llanberis
We make our way to Blaenau Ffestiniog, where we join the famous Ffestiniog Railway as it winds through 15 miles of the Vale of Ffestiniog to the seaside resort of Porthmadog. Continuing on we come to Llanberis at the foot of Mount Snowdon before driving through the magnificent Llanberis Pass.
FULL DAY: Betws-y-Coed & Welsh Highland Railway
This morning we make our way to the mountain village of Betws-y-Coed, famous for its local crafts and spectacular waterfalls. We continue to Bedgellert where we join part of the Welsh Highland Railway - a long-lost narrow gauge railway re-opened in 2012 - as it meanders through the Welsh countryside to historic Caernarfon, where its magnificent castle guards the entrance to the Menai Straits.
FULL DAY: Bala Lake Railway & Chester
Into the Welsh countryside today as we reach the shores of Bala Lake. Here we include a leisurely return ride on the Bala Lake Railway before we head for the Roman city of Chester with its lovely half-timbered buildings and fine shops in unique two-level galleried arcades known as the Rows.
What's Included
What's Included:
- Coach travel with reserved seating
- Tour Manager escorted
- Half board accommodation
- A journey on the Ffestioniog Railway
- A ride on the Welsh Highland Railway
- Visit to Betws-y-Coed
- A ride on the Bala Lake Railway and time in Chester
Highlights
Ffestiniog Railway, Llanberis Pass, Caernarfon, Welsh Highland Railway, Betws-y-Coed, Chester, Bala Lake RailwayImages
Escorted Travel
Our Drivers and Tour Managers
They are simply the best in the business
Every one of our coach holidays includes the services of a coach driver and is always fully escorted by a knowledgeable Tour Manager, they are on hand every day and night and stay in the same hotel to ensure your holiday is stress-free.
Our Tour Managers are there purely for your extra comfort and enjoyment, from organising activities to breaking the ice and helping you all make the most of your holiday.
We hand-pick these extra special people because of their passion for people and places; they are the heartbeat of our coach holidays, a smiling face, a helping hand and always a listening ear and have the ability to turn a great time into a truly magical and memorable holiday experience.
Everything Included: UK Coach Holidays
- Free local joining points
- All coach travel
- Reserved seats on tour coach
- Tour Manager escorted
- Hotel accommodation and board as stated
- No single room supplement (subject to availability)
- Excursions/itinerary as stated
- Admission fees & entertainment if stated
- ABTA bonded
- Collect Coach Miles™
Accommodation
Beaufort Park Hotel
BEAUFORT PARK HOTEL, MOLD ★★★★ (AA)
Located in the North Wales countryside, a few miles from the market town of Mold.
FACILITIES
Restaurant
Lounge / Bar
En-suite Bedrooms
Tea & Coffee Facilities
TV in room
Lift
Free Wifi available
Regular Entertainment