Llandudno, Snowdonia & Puffin Island Cruise

Itinerary

Day 1

Join your coach this morning and head for scenic North Wales and the Queen of Welsh Resorts in Llandudno, set on a sweeping bay with the towering Great Orme overlooking the dramatic scenery. On arrival take time to settle in to your hotel and perhaps take a stroll along the promenade for a breath of sea air, or a browse around the shops of the town centre which are both right on your central hotel's doorstep. Take time for a drink in the bar before your first evening meal, with time to meet your fellow travellers.

Days 2 & 3

Enjoy a delicious Welsh breakfast each morning and be prepared for your beautiful adventure each day. There will be plenty of time to relax at your comfortable hotel, and you can enjoy all of the delights that Llandudno has to offer.

Alternatively, you can join us on some or all of your fantastic INCLUDED excursions as we cross the Menai Straight to discover the remarkable Plas Cadnant Hidden Gardens and pretty Beaumaris, with its medieval castle, lovely beach and Victorian pier, plus a scenic tour of spectacular Snowdonia.

No matter what you get up to during the day, you can always look forward to a warm welcome from your hotel when you return.

Day 4

After a final delicious Welsh breakfast, join your coach this morning and relax as you travel homewards, with suitable stops on the way.

Llandudno

In a nutshell, everyone loves Llandudno. Who could possibly argue with that while strolling along the elegant promenade past pastel-coloured hotels and impeccably authentic seafront architecture just like Victorians did? All that’s needed to complete the picture is a frilly parasol (for the ladies) and straw boater (for the gentlemen). Llandudno’s appearance is down to the fact that, unlike most other resorts, it has remained largely unchanged for over a century. There’s a pier (the longest in Wales) and Punch and Judy, donkey rides on the beach and canopied shopping streets just behind the prom. Put simply, Llandudno is a classic of its kind. Its sense of harmony extends to its geography. The main North Shore beach is perfectly framed by two headlands, the Great Orme and Little Orme. Over the former – linked by a spectacular Marine Drive carved into the sea-cliff, you’ll find a second beach, the West Shore. It was here that Alice Pleasance Liddell, who inspired ‘Alice in Wonderland’, holidayed as a child. There’s an Alice Trail map and souvenir guide that’s easy to navigate – simply follow the White Rabbit’s bronze footprints around the town. The resort’s genteel appearance is deceptive. It is bursting at the seams with things to see and do. Take the San Franciscan-style tramway or alpine cable car to the summit of the Great Orme Country Park, soak up the dizzy views then disappear underground at the prehistoric copper mines. Visit Llandudno Museum or call into the nearby Home Front Experience, an immersive little museum that takes you back to World War Two. Those with sweet tooth are in for a treat at Llandudno’s very own Chocolate Experience which is divided into nine different areas each one uncovering a part of the history of chocolate. One of the UK’s best contemporary art galleries can be found behind a gold-spired Edwardian façade. MOSTYN hosts a shifting programme of exhibitions that showcase the best in contemporary art and craft from Wales and beyond. There’s also a cool café and stylish shop.

Please note some attractions and activities are seasonal so may not be available depending on the date of your visit

Snowdonia Scenic Tour

INCLUDED Visitor DestinationNorth Wales and the Snowdonia National Park boasts vast areas of natural beauty and unique scenery. It is known as Eryri by the Welsh, a name that can be translated as “the place of the eagles”. The park which covers 838 square miles is one of the three national parks found in Wales, but this is the largest and the oldest being designated as one in 1951. A landscape steeped in culture, history and heritage, with towering peaks, breathtaking valleys and spectacular, panoramic vistas.

Tour includes

• 3 nights hotel with Welsh breakfast & evening meals
• Entertainment every night
• Free time to explore the beauty of Llandudno
• Cruise along the Menai Strait to view Puffin Island
• Scenic drive around Snowdonia National Park including Llanberis
• Direct Coach Travel
• Net Zero Carbon

Puffin Island Cruise

INCLUDED Visitor DestinationPuffin Island, also known as Ynys Seiriol in Welsh, is located at the North East entrance of the Menai Straits and is the ninth largest island off the Welsh coast. The island was once home to the sixth century saint, St Seiriol, whose monastery is still visible on the top of the island today. What better way to view the local wildlife than on a Puffin Island cruise! Enjoy a leisurely and relaxed trip with an entertaining and informative commentary along the way pointing out places of interest and telling you about the local history, spotting the different birds and wildlife and telling you about them too. The island is a bird sanctuary and nesting site for many species of sea birds, and you may even spot a porpoise or dolphin along the way!  Back to top

Accommodation

Four Oaks Hotel Llandudno

The very popular Four Oaks Hotel is situated in the heart of Llandudno on its picturesque panoramic promenade. The hotel has been sympathetically renovated to showcase the buildings classic Victorian features, but rooms have a modern, high end finish affording guests a comfortable and relaxing stay. Facilities include en-suite shower, tea & coffee making facilities, hairdryer, TV and Wi-Fi. A stay with the Four Oaks allows you to enjoy a home away from home feeling in the beautiful resort of Llandudno.

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Hotel Location

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