Snowdonia, Portmeirion & Llandudno Spring Special

Itinerary

Day 1

Join your comfortable coach this morning at your convenient local pick-up point and head towards Wales and stunning Snowdonia, with convenient comfort breaks en route.  On arrival at the Royal Victoria Hotel, we are sure you will be amazed by its spectacular locations and grounds. Why not enjoy a drink in the bar as you relax and meet your fellow travellers before dinner.

Days 2 to 4

Have a hearty breakfast each morning to get prepared for your day ahead. 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. You may just want to unwind in the comfy and elegant lounge and look back on the amazing adventures of the day!

You can spend some time relaxing in the surroundings of your hotel or exploring Llanberis but don't miss your included excursions to the stunning coast with traditional Porthmadog and the world famous Italianate village of Portmeirion, the Queen of Welsh Resorts, Llandudno plus a must-see circular scenic tour of the stunning Snowdonia National Park, one of the most breathtaking areas of the UK, with a stop in Caernarfon.

Day 5

After a final delicious Welsh breakfast it is time to say farewell to lovely Snowdonia today, as you join your coach and travel home, with time to relax and share your happy memories with your newly made friends and fellow travellers.

Portmeirion

INCLUDED Visitor Destination

Visiting the stunning Italianate village of Portmeirion is like stepping into a fairytale village by the sea. It is located on a peninsula off the coast of Snowdonia in North Wales and was designed by an architect named Sir Clough Williams-Ellis. This place is special because it mixes colourful buildings, pretty gardens, and beautiful coastal views. When you go to Portmeirion, it's like you're entering a magical world full of art and culture, and you can walk around the charming streets, relax in the gardens, and enjoy the unique atmosphere of this special place, which has been home to many films and TV shows, probably most famously as "The Village" in the cult 1960's series The Prisoner.

Porthmadog

INCLUDED Visitor DestinationA harbour town situated on the Glaslyn Estuary, Porthmadog is rich in maritime history and sits in a scenic area with Snowdonia National Park in the distance. The town was named after W.A. Maddocks whose ambitious "Cob" embankment scheme led to the town's name, which translates as "Madog's Port". In times gone by, it was a vital, busy shipping port for the international slate trade, brought down from Blaenau Ffestiniog, and is still justly proud of its history. It also offers a quaint blend of individual and craft shops, cafes and restaurants to explore.

Lllandudno

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.

Caernarfon

INCLUDED Visitor DestinationThe beautiful harbourside Royal Town of Caernarfon is home to Wales’s most famous castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, mighty Caernarfon Castle commands the lion’s share of attention, but the town’s narrow streets and stylishly redeveloped waterfront also have a charm of their own and are well worth exploring. The castle, built in the 13th century by Edward I as a royal palace and military fortress, was at the core of a medieval walled town, and also the famous site of the 1969 Investiture of the present day Prince of Wales. One of the town's many attractions includes the Welsh Highland Railway which runs for 25 miles to Porthmadog through beautiful scenery. History comes alive at Caernarfon in so many ways – along the lofty wall walks, beneath the twin-towered gatehouse and within imaginative exhibitions located within the towers. The castle also houses the Regimental Museum of the Royal Welch Fusiliers, Wales’s oldest regiment.

Tour includes

• 4 nights hotel with full Welsh breakfast and evening meals
• Free time to explore Llanberis at your own pace
• Excursion to Porthmadog & Portmeirion
• Scenic circular drive around Snowdonia National Park with stop in Caernarfon 
• Half day visit to Llandudno
• Direct Coach Travel
• Net Zero Carbon Offset Certificate

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Accommodation

Royal Victoria Hotel Snowdonia Llanberis

Sitting at the foot of Snowdon, Wales’s highest mountain, the Royal Victoria Hotel has been welcoming guests to the idyllic lakeside village of Llanberis for over one hundred years. Adjacent to the twin lakes of Padarn and Peris, the Royal Victoria sits within 30 acres of grounds comprising of well-tended formal gardens, ancient woodland and the magnificent ruins of the 12th century Welsh castle, Dolbadarn. The hotel is situated just a 10 minute walk from the town centre and its many amenities, attractions and walks.

All bedrooms are en-suite, most with bath and shower, and are appointed in a comfortable and modern style. Room amenities include direct dial telephone, flat screen TV with Freeview, tea & coffee making facilities, iron and ironing board, and hairdryer and enjoy either woodland or courtyard views. There is lift access. Enjoy your meal in the stylish yet relaxed surroundings of the restaurant, which has been sympathetically appointed to reflect the hotel's Victorian heyday. At the end of the day, you can relax in the cosy, pub-style bar with comfortable seating. There is also an elegant lounge and beautiful gardens with stunning views.

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Hotel Location

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