Llandudno, Snowdonia And The Hidden Gardens

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

Anglesey & Beaumaris

INCLUDED Visitor Destination

The Menai Strait, or Afon Menai as it is known locally, is the sea channel that separates the beautiful isle of Anglesey from mainland Gwynedd. It is connected to the mainland by Thomas Telford’s Menai Suspension Bridge and Robert Stephenson’s Britannia Bridge. The Strait also has many small, offshore islands, lovely views of the Snowdonia and Carneddau mountain ranges, Conwy Bay, and the towns of Bangor through to Caernarfon.

Anglesey is renowned for its beauty, and the town of Beaumaris really is its jewel in the crown, with a stunning seaside setting and dramatic 13th century castle overlooking the beautiful Menai Strait. The seafront offers a traditional stroll and ice cream or fish & chips, whilst the lovely Castle Street has a wonderful selection of independent shops and boutiques offering excellent local produce, gifts, and cute cafes.

Plas Cadnant Hidden Gardens

An historic garden under restoration, situated between Menai Bridge and Beaumaris on the Isle of Anglesey.

In 1996, the present owner bought the 200 acre Plas Cadnant Estate and work began on the restoration of the historic garden and grounds. Since then large parts of the gardens have undergone a spectacular transformation and have been restored to their former glory.

Described as one of North Wales best kept secrets is the hidden world of Plas Cadnant Gardens, situated at the side of the Menai Strait, hidden from view near to Menai Bridge on the Isle of Anglesey. Former owners of Plas Cadnant were related to the Tremayne family of Heligan House, now famous for its Lost Gardens.

Three different gardens have been discovered, including an unusual walled garden with curving walls and pool, a secret valley garden with three waterfalls and river, and an upper woodland garden with stone outcrops and the remains of a 19c. folly.

Please note that some of the garden areas are not suitable for less abled visitors due to steeper inclines and gravel paths. These areas are definitely not suitable for wheelchairs or mobility scooters.

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
• Visit to the island of Anglesey with entry to Plas Cadnant Gardens & free time in pretty Beaumaris
• Scenic drive around Snowdonia National Park including Llanberis
• Direct Coach Travel
• Net Zero Carbon

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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.

For more information, click here for the hotel website (opens in a new window)

Hotel Location

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