3-Day North Wales & Chester Tour from Manchester(*inc entry from 1 April 2023)
Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
*From 1st April 2023 selected attractions are included in the tour price. Before 1st April 2023 these are optional visits and not included in the price.
There’s an old Welsh saying; “the best shortage is a shortage of words”.
And we can understand why.
Because when you travel through Snowdonia, the beautiful mountains leave you speechless. The Welsh castles’ battle-torn passageways are simply indescribable. And a lot of the destinations are as unpronounceable as they’re unbelievable.
So, on this trip, we let you discover the elusive beauty of Wales.
You enjoy the poetic landscapes and harbour towns that inspired Dylan Thomas, you venture through the inexpressibly beautiful valleys of two of Wales’ famous national parks, and you take in the history of Chester, an English town that sits by the border.
Let the sights speak for themselves and join our tour of North Wales and Chester.
Available options
B&B Twin Room 10:00
Twin en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (2 x separate single beds).
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B&B Single Occupancy Room 10:00
Accommodates 1 person in one single en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (1 x single bed).
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Hotel Twin Room 10:00
Twin en-suite room with breakfast in a 3-star Hotel (2 x separate single beds).
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Hotel Single Occupancy Room 10:00
Accommodates 1 person in a single en-suite room with breakfast in a 3-star Hotel (1 x single bed).
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Day 1: Manchester - Conwy - Llanberis Slate Museum - Beddgelert
Stop At: Conwy Castle Rose Hill Street, Conwy LL32 8LD Wales
*From 1st April 2023, admission to Conwy Castle will be included in your tour price. Before 1st April 2023 this is an optional visit and not included in tour price.
Set near an impressive pair of bridges, this brilliantly preserved 13th-century fortress is a visual treat.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Llanberis Slate Quarry, Nant Peris Wales
This museum stands as testament to the people who worked in the mines of Elidir mountain.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Station Bahnstation Beddgelert, Beddgelert, Caernarfon Wales
Beddgelert in Snowdonia is your next stop. This place is known as the most ‘lovely’ village in Snowdonia. And you must agree, the stone houses and arched bridge are simply beautiful.
You travel through the heart of Snowdonia as the light softens and arrive at your overnight stop in Aberystwyth in the evening.
Duration: 45 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Llandudno
Day 2: Llandudno - Anglesay (optional) - Portmeirion
Stop At: Llandudno, Llandudno, Conwy County, North Wales, Wales
This morning, you can either stay in Llandudno and explore this seaside town and the Great Orme or join us as we head onto the Isle of Anglesey.
Duration: 8 hours
Stop At: Anglesey, United Kingdom
Join the optional tour to the Isle of Anglesey and Portmeirion.
We head for the most westerly point of North Wales to marvel at the South Stack Lighthouse, sea cliffs, and nature reserve.
After a refreshing walk along the cliffs, we travel to Llynnon Mill, the last working windmill in Wales. This outstanding example of a Welsh windmill has been milling wheat since 1775 and gives you a unique insight into long forgotten era.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Portmeirion Village, Minffordd, Portmeirion LL48 6ER Wales
*From 1 April 2023, admission to Portmeirion Village will be included in the tour price. Before 1 April 2023, this visit is optional and not included in tour price. Please purchase tickets whilst on tour.
This town is the brainchild of Welsh architect Clough Williams-Ellis. He wanted to demonstrate how a naturally beautiful location could be developed without spoiling it. The result is a stunning piece of the Mediterranean transported into North Wales.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in Llandudno
Day 3: Harlech Castle - Chester - Manchester
Stop At: Harlech Castle, Castle Square, Snowdonia National Park, Harlech LL46 2YH Wales
*From 1 April 2023, admission to Harlech Castle will be included in tour price. Before 1 April 2023, this will be optional and not included in tour price. Please purchase tickets whilst on tour.
UNESCO described this castle as one of "the finest examples of late 13th-century military architecture in Europe".
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Chester Cathedral, 9 Abbey Square, Chester CH1 2HU England
This ancient border city is a fascinating collection of Roman, Medieval, Tudor and modern city planning.
Duration: 45 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Terms & conditions
If you cancel at least 22 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 21 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
Additional info
- Not wheelchair accessible
- *From 1 April 2023, entrance to Portmeirion, Conwy Castle and Harlech Castle will be included in tour price from. Until 1 April 2023, these are optional visits and tickets can be purchased whilst on tour.
- Minimum age for travel on this tour is 5 years
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
- When booking three or more people, efforts will be made to book a combination of suitable rooms (double/twin/single). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section
- *Please note that the route will be reversed for all tours starting from 1st April 2022, you'll also stop at some new locations: Beaumaris, Llanfair PG and Llangollen.
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- • Face coverings are mandatory and must always be worn. • Infrared thermometer temperature check during check-in for tour. Passengers with temperature readings above 38 degrees will not be able to travel for health and safety reasons. • Simple Covid-19 health questionnaire upon arrival.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Inclusions
- Admission Fee - From 1st April 2023 tour price includes entrance to Conwy and Harlech Castle
- Admission Fee - From 1st April 2023 tour price includes admission to Portmeirion
- 2 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast
- Transportation in top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini coach
- Professional and friendly driver guide
- Small Group Tour with maximum 16 people
- Accommodation included: 2 nights
- Entry/Admission - Portmeirion Village
- Entry/Admission - Harlech Castle
- Entry/Admission - Conwy Castle
Departure time
10:00 AM
Departure point
NCP Car Park Manchester Store Street, Store St, Manchester M1 2WD, UK
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