Snowdon Mountain Railway and Portmeirion
Snowdon Mountain Railway and Portmeirion
Snowdon Mountain Railway and Portmeirion
5 Days Starting in Llandudno and ending in Llandudno LL30, UK
Visiting: Llandudno, Snowdonia National Park, Caernarfon, Portmeirion
Tour operator:
Tour code:
uk5lla2
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
6-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Join the Snowdon Mountain Railway and admire the views. Make sure you remember your camera! We also visit the uniquely captivating landscape of the Italianate village of Portmeirion.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Llandudno
Location: Llandudno
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to Llandudno for four nights.
Day 2 : Snowdown Mountain Railway*
Location: Snowdonia National Park, Caernarfon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: County Hotel or Marine Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Excursion into Snowdonia National Park, enjoying the wonderful scenery and joining the Snowdon Mountain Railway. Trains depart from Llanberis station and cross two viaducts, travelling past majestic waterfalls, through amazing rock-littered landscapes, and onto Clogwyn Station, which is 3/4 of way to the summit.
We also call at Caernarfon. Home to the Wales' most famous castle, the town's maze of narrow streets and the stylish redeveloped waterfront are a delight to explore.
* Please note that due to inclement weather or operational reasons, the journey aboard the Snowdon Mountain Railway may not go to the summit.
Day 3 Day At Leisure Or Anglesey
Location: Llandudno
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: County Hotel or Marine Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Relax in Llandudno and explore this popular seaside town at leisure. Enjoy a stroll along the level seafront, wander along the grand Victorian pier or perhaps take the tramway or chair lift to the summit of the Great Orme and enjoy the beautiful views.
Alternatively, join our optional excursion to Anglesey, as we cross the Menai Strait and call at Llanfair PG, the village with the longest name in the country.
Day 4 : Portmeirion
Location: Portmeirion
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: County Hotel or Marine Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
A real holiday highlight is in store today. Dreamy arrays of colourful blooms and intriguing architecture make the stunning Italiante village of Portmeirion a magical day out.
Situated on its own private peninsula, overlooking spectacular coastal scenery, enjoy a stroll around the formal gardens within the surrounding wilderness of exotic plants and pretty woodlands. Portmeirion was created by Welsh architect Clough Williams-Ellis from 1925 to 1976 to show how a naturally beautiful site could be redeveloped without spoiling it and Portmeirion is now one of Wales' top attractions.
Day 5 : Return Home
Location: Llandudno
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Porterage at Hotels
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
What's Not Included
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International Travel
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Insurance
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star County Hotel or Marine Hotel in Llandudno.
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 6 years or above
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full. Hand luggage should be stored in the overhead racks aboard the coach.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
You can be assured of a high level of service and reliability from our expert-trained coach crews, who will be on hand to assist and escort you along the way
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
Book with Confidence
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Low Deposit
Shearings requires a minimum deposit of 75 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of shearings charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.