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Road trips and guided tours around Wales

Wales is a great place to explore by road, with something new around every corner. Take a guided tour to show you the best of Wales from North to South. Here's some fabulous Welsh road trips you can go on - from 10 day holidays to day trips.

Three days: North Wales experience

South Wales Personal Tours drive you north from Cardiff via the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)  to Eryri (Snowdonia) for a heritage-focused, small-group tour. The middle day of the three is absolutely packed. You’ll take a trip on the Snowdon Mountain Railway , visit Caernarfon Castle and cross the Menai Strait to Anglesey to see Llanfair PG and Bryn Celli Ddu Burial Chamber . Then you’ll finish off in the traditional seaside resort of Llandudno, ready for a scenic journey back through Mid Wales on the third day.

Bryn Celli Ddu Burial Chamber, Anglesey, North Wales

Two days: West Wales experience

In this overnight tour, South Wales Personal Tours seeks out some of the quirkier places of interest in Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire, such as the Dylan Thomas Boathouse in Laugharne, St Govan’s Chapel and St Non’s Well, Petrolheads can worship the hallowed ground at Pendine Sands , site of several successful attempts to break the world land speed record in the 1920s, and on the second day, you’ll have a chance to take a short walk on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path.

St Non's Chapel and Well, and Pendine Sands, Pembrokeshire, West Wales

One day: South Wales in a day

If you only have one day for a road trip through the countryside around Cardiff, Roam Wales will make sure you make the best of it. You could focus on Swansea’s Maritime Quarter and the Gower Peninsula, or explore South Wales’ industrial heritage and present day food and drink culture at Big Pit , Rhymney Brewery  and Abergavenny. Another tour shows you a trio of castles – Cardiff , Castell Coch and Caerphilly  – then whisks you into the rolling hills of  Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)  National Park .

Cardiff Castle, Cardiff, South Wales

One day: Cardiff food tour

Sample food from all around the world with Loving Welsh Food on a  City of Arcades Tasting Tour . The public tour takes place on alternate Fridays or Saturdays, or there's a  Welsh Food Tour  on Saturdays. Private tours include  Cardiff Lunch & Landmarks , where you sample traditional and modern Welsh cuisine, take a water bus journey and admire Cardiff's beautiful architecture and landmark buildings.

Cosmopolitan Cardiff Food Tour, Loving Welsh Food, South Wales

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Half a day and one day: walking tours

Enjoy a walking tour around Cardiff city and the Bay with accredited guides. Cardiff Tours  run 'A Walking Tour of Cardiff Bay'. This tour provides a fascinating insight into the history of Cardiff Docks, when it was called Tiger Bay, with its leading role in the coal and iron industries, through to the modern city of today. 

There is also 'A Walking Tour of Cardiff City’, which explores the nooks and crannies of Cardiff city centre, including the many arcades and alleyways. Discover the history of the city and learn some secrets too.

Fogo's Free Tours , which operate on a 'pay as you feel' basis, regularly take place in Cardiff city centre, Cardiff Bay and Swansea. As well as showcasing the history, architecture and characters of the cities, tour options include 'Dark Cardiff' and 'Doctor Who' filming locations. 

One day: Motorbike and sidecar tour

Discover Wales with the UK’s only licenced motorcycle and sidecar tour. This unique tour offers a view of the scenic landscapes of North and Mid Wales. Mid Wales Tours , run by a former police officer, has both four and eight hour tours.

Mid Wales Tours, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, Mid Wales

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North Wales Private Tours from a single day through to six very different touring days

Boutique Tours of North Wales  is a leading private tour company who specialise in a very personalised and flexible custom designed private touring service for international visitors. Based in the North of Wales, Boutique Tours feature flexible touring options from a single day tour, with their unique North Wales in a Nutshell Tour, to multi touring days. There are North Wales golf tours and Cruise tours.

They have six very different touring days that covers the whole of the Snowdonia (Eryri) National Park region, along with three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty in North Wales featuring the gateway to Wales, with the scenic and historic Borderlands of North East Wales, the Llŷn Peninsula, the Isle of Anglesey and the stunning and scenic Conwy Valley areas. With flexible tour durations between two and six days, you can make the most of your visit with Boutique Tours custom designed tailor-made tour options helping you to capture the very best destination experience of the North Wales region.

North Wales golf tours

Boutique Tours of North Wales  also offers North Wales golf tours. With complete flexibility, book a custom tour playing on any of 60 courses. Play a round and enjoy the fantastic scenery of beautiful North Wales.  

Shân's Wales Tours

Shân's Wales Tours  provide guided tours from the award winning  Twr y Felin , Wales’ first contemporary art hotel, and also Roch Castle and Penrhiw Priory . Shân Eastwood has been been a guide for over eight years and offers exclusive tours of Wales, including St Davids, elsewhere in Pembrokeshire as well as across Wales. She offers a bespoke service and tailors the tours to specific interests. Guests travel in a seven seater leather seated minibus that has a glass roof. 

Wales Best Guides

Find a guide to suit your tour on the Wales Best Guides website . Many of the guides have the  prestigious blue badge guide qualification and all  go through extensive training. T ours can be tailored to suit different timescales and budgets and can be offered in many languages.

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The Wales Way

The Wales Way is our family of touring routes that lead you to discover Wales on a self-guided tour. The three main routes take you along the wild shores and seaside towns of our Coastal Way , through The Cambrian Way snaking through the heart of Wales and The North Wales Way coastline. Here are a couple of short road trip ideas to inspire you!

Saints and sea views is a two day trip between St Davids and Aberystwyth, exploring historical sites, hidden beaches and coastal castles. If you have more time, a five day trip along The Cambrian Way takes you from our vibrant capital city Cardiff to the Victorian resort town of Llandudno. On the way you’ll discover our industrial heritage, beautiful countryside and outdoor activities, boutique craft centres and stunning gardens.

The North Wales Way takes you across the top of Wales. This four day itinerary takes you from the foodie heaven of Mold through Victorian seaside resorts to mighty castles on the coast, via spectacular scenery. The tour finishes on the beautiful island of Anglesey.

Stained glass window in St Davids Cathedral, Pembrokeshire, Devil's Bridge near Aberystwyth in Mid Wales and Llandudno in North Wales

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Discover Wales 5-Day Small-Group Tour from London

My sister and I loved Wales!! Our driver/guide Christo did a brilliant job of showing us a country he clearly enjoys himself. His knowledge of and appreciation for each of the stops on the trip greatly enhanced our experience. I especially loved the castles and the history associated with them. Thanks for a great tour!!

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3-Day Snowdonia, North Wales & Chester Small-Group Tour from Manchester

James certainly made this tour as enjoyable as it was. He was very engaging giving endless amounts of interesting information. Very energetic and good sense of humour. Thanks for a fantastic tour. James you’re the man. Best wishes for 2023 Rabbies Cheers Reg

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What will you find in your North Wales wonderland?

The best outdoor adventure activities in the world. Brilliant beaches . Thrilling mountain scenery. Fascinating ancient culture and heritage wherever you turn. North Wales has all this in abundance, and a whole lot more!

Let us be your guide and help you discover why North Wales is the only place in Britain to make it onto the Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2017, we'll help you choose where to stay, eat, and explore. Your North Wales wonderland adventure starts here. Check out our special offers page for discounts on your visit.

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From the borderlands of Wrexham and Llangollen in the east to the surf-fringed rocks of Anglesey and the Llyn Peninsula in the west, North Wales packs a lot in. You can travel from one end to the other in two hours - but why do that and miss so much?

Like the World Heritage sites of Conwy and Caernarfon, walled towns with castles between mountains and the sea. Or the unspoiled landscapes of Betws-y-Coed and Snowdonia - the highest peak in England and Wales. Why miss out on an amazing range of things to do or a visit to unique attractions where you can bounce on trampolines in a deep cavern or surf a few rollers on a lake?

North Wales is an adventure playground with activities to keep most adrenaline junkies happy. Zip line through abandoned quarries or surf on an inland lagoon, the choice is yours. If you want to slow down, we have some of the best walks and cycling in Britain.

Golfers love our links and parkland courses. And not forgetting our incredible water sports activities where we take full advantage of our sea, lakes and rivers – North Wales certainly pack in a lot.

Browse independent shops in our towns and villages such as Colwyn Bay or climb aboard a steam train for a memorable, twisty-turny adventure.

Our fresh air will make you hungry. But that's ok - dining out in our fabulous restaurants , pubs and bars  will surprise and delight.

And when it comes to accommodation, there’s something for everyone in North Wales such as seaside hotels , traditional bed and breakfasts , quirky self catering properties and family friendly caravan parks along with scenic glamping and campsites , so why not come and find your wonderland!

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Professionally trained tour guide, spacious executive touring vehicles, welcome to wales, croeso i gymry.

We are a small specialist private tour operator, based in North Wales and we have been operation our highly acclaimed private tour services for more than ten years and have become recognized as one of the leading private tour companies in Wales.

On request, we will consider extended tours to cover other regions of Wales, such as the Pembrokeshire Coastal National Park, the Brecon Beacons National Park, the Wye Valley with Hay on Wye and the capital city of Wales, Cardiff.

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Touring regions of north wales.

If you are visiting on a time precious visit, then our private tour service provide you with some of the very best tour itineraries. Let us help take away all the hassle of deciding where to go and what to see. We have a range of specially designed day tours that can be combined into multi touring days to fit around your visit During our tours, we will introduce you to the unique culture of Wales, along with its amazing history and the most stunning scenery.

Amazing Day Tours of North Wales

Tours of north wales, the snowdonia (eryri) national park, the isle of anglesey, the llyn peninsula and the scenic borderlands of north east wales.

North Wales in a Nutshell

For a time precious visit, this tour will help you capture the very best highlights of North Wales.

Classic Tour of North Wales

We capture historic Conwy with picturesque riverside towns along with one of the ‘wonders of Wales’.

Discover Snowdonia (Eryri) Tour

The best of the Snowdonia (Eryri) National Park capturing lakes and mountains, visiting Welsh riverside villages.

Castle and Snowdonia (Eryri) Tour

A beautiful day combing medieval history and the spectacular scenery of the Snowdonia (Eryri) National Park.

Portmeirion, Steam Train and Snowdonia (Eryri)

Anglesey and Snowdonia (Eryri) Tour

Isle of Anglesey Tour

As the fifth largest island off the coast of Great Britain, the Isle of Anglesey provides a treasure trove of stunning historic and cultural sites to visit on this full day island tour.

Llŷn Peninsula Tour

Historic and Scenic Borderlands Tour

Scenic Conwy Valley Tour

This tour takes in a beautiful area of North Wales with historic and hidden gems, secret lakes and views and Welsh villages.

UNESCO Medieval Castles Tour

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Custom Designed Tailor Made Tour

We will work with you to design the very best destination experience with your very own exclusive private tour of North Wales.

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Tailor-made custom designed tours.

Wales may be considered a small country but we are big on culture, history and scenery. We realize that you are here on a time precious visit, so we offer a variety of tour duration’s to fit your schedule and help you to capture the very best experience of Wales.

We are with you every step of the way with your private tour booking and arrangements, from the first point of enquiry to the end delivery of the tour services.

Your personal Tour Director, is your personal driver-guide and “Tour Consierge”, helping to assist you with accommodation reccomendations, restaurant reservations, enhanced tour experiences.

So no matter what your tour requirements are, we will work with you to design the very best destination experience with your very own exclusive private tour of Wales

Other great tour options that may interest you!

Tour and stay with our multi day touring options, featuring your own custom designed tour between 2 and 6 days duration..

North Wales provides a great destination to discover and explore. With so much to see and do and a great variety of interesting tour content, we recommend three or four days of touring.

Naturally, having a good base to tour from is a key component and we recommend two great locations with the Victorian coastal resort town of Llandundo or the medieval walled town of Convy.

There is plenty of accommodation to choose from and we recommend that you consider a single base to tour out from each day, as in the season there is so much demand for accommodation, that single night stays are generally not available at the better rated accommodation.

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Our private driver guided tours regularly get rated by cruise passengers as the best of the cruise!

We operate a very exclusive private cruise tour programme for cruise passengers stepping ashore at both Holyhead on the Isle of Anglesey and the port of Liverpool.

Here is a review featured on  Trip Advisor from one very appreciative cruise passenger, Kathy Gregory  from Livorno, USA who was cruising aboard Viking Venus

“I just wish that TripAdvisor would allow for 10 stars!. This was the highlight of our 16 day cruise around the British Isles. “

Step ashore and enjoy touring without the crowds with your very own Boutique Tour of North Wales and be the envy of your fellow cruise passengers with reserving one of the best rated tours of the whole cruise.

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Ancestral and Genealogy Tours

Discover Your Welsh Ancestors Right Here In North Wales

Boutique Tours can assist you right here in North Wales to discover your ancestors. Based on your own family research, we can help plan the perfect family tour to help you trace your family roots. We can tailor make your visit for you and help you come into contact with your ancestors and relations, so that hopefully you can take away some of your very own unforgettable memories of your family history.

Allow us to help with local research as we plan your ancestral tour visit.* We also have access to the local registers and record and can undertake research to help with the success of your visit. So, If you have names, dates, locations, job titles, we can hopefully assist you and help in putting together the trace and complete the mystery and jigsaw with the missing pieces.*

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“an amazing 4 day tour with an amazing tour guide”, erika crane from ada, michegan, usa – 4 day multi day tour of north wales.

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Mr & mrs gregory from livornia, michigan, usa.

“5 Day Custom Tour of North Wales and Snowdonia”

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“Superb Tour!”

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“Great Four Day Tour with an Expert Guide!”

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“Simply an Amazing Tour!”  

“This was without a doubt one of our all-time favourite tour experiences on any vacation that we have ever taken anywhere!”

This was simply an amazing tour…Northern Wales was beautiful and historic.

John is a perfect tour guide. He was responsive as we booked the tour and was interested in ensuring that our time was memorable.

Eric Jenkins from Martinez, Georgia, USA

“Excellent personally guided tour of Northern Wales”

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“The Ultimate Tour Guide and North Wales Experience!”

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17. Hike to the summit of Snowdon!

18. Whitewater Rafting Adventure in Llangollen

19. Private Welcome To Wrexham Half-Day Tour

20. Tour of Conwy Castle Pick up from Holyhead & Entrance Included

21. City Sightseeing Llandudno Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

22. Canoe Trip Over the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

23. Snowdon Sunrise Hike

24. 30 Minute Axe Throwing Experience in Llangollen

25. Small-Group Holyhead Shore Excursion Anglesey Highlights Tour

26. Snowdon Kayak Adventure on Llyn Padarn

27. North Wales from Manchester

28. Hike Majestic Snowdon - The Highest Mountain In Wales

29. 3-Day North Wales & Chester Tour from Manchester Incl Admissions

30. Underground Adventure in Snowdonia

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NORTH WALES AND SNOWDONIA NATIONAL PARK TOUR

£695 per party, private driver-guided tour, you plus up to 5 of your guests, includes conwy castle, book as shore excursion, available as shore excursion, spectacular north wales tour.

Join us on this fascinating North Wales tour, departing from Liverpool. A day of exploration and discovery await with stunning scenery, awe-inspiring landscapes, fortified castles steeped in history and coastal delights as well as the story of Welsh slate.

Your personable local expert will take the stress out of your day so that you can simply sit back, relax and immerse yourself in the stories of North Wales.

At Liverpool Tour Company, the safety & health of our guests are always of paramount importance to us. This North Wales tour has been optimised for post Covid-19 tours & follows our health protocols.

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Guided Tours of North Wales

Enjoy a steam railway ride

Wales is home to the most castles in the world per square mile

Explore the epic landscapes and rich culture of North Wales

Visit the coastline of North Wales including Conwy

Snowdonia also known as Eryri National Park is Wales' largest National Park

North Wales is home to some of the UK's most breath-taking scenery, it’s amazing culture and great history makes this a must-see region.  

Here at Mountain Goat, we have a variety of award-winning guided tours of North Wales that cover the best locations that the region has to offer.

All of our tours are designed with you in mind.

From medieval castles to stunning mountains, waterfalls, lakes and coastlines, our tours offer a variety of magnificent views allowing you to explore the best of North Wales without the hassle of driving.

Leaving Chester twice a week, you will travel through some of the UK’s most iconic scenery of Snowdonia National Park, Llandudno, Conwy, Great Orme and many more allowing you to soak up the history and explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site .

The wild landscapes and historic villages really are a must see.

If you would like some handy tips on how to make the most of your journey to North Wales or if you need more information on our North Wales tours contact us today.

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Conwy is a beautiful walled medieval market town situated in North Wales.  The dominant features of the town are the castle and medieval walls. Conwy’s castle & walls form part of a UNESCO designated world heritage site as they form part of “the finest examples of late 13 th and early 14 th century military architecture in Europe”.  Conwy’s bridges were built by two of Britain’s most famous engineers. The suspension bridge was built by Thomas Telford and completed in 1826, whilst the railway bridge was built by Robert Stephenson in 1848. 

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The Great Orme is a limestone headland on the north coast of Wales, north-west of the town of Llandudno. It's a wildlife reserve that offer spectacular views. On a clear day, it’s possible to see as far as the Isle of Man, Blackpool and the Lake District!

Llandudno is a Victorian seaside town located in Conwy County in North Wales.  Overlooked by the famous headland of the Great Orme, Llandudno is the largest seaside resort in North Wales with a population of 20,701 at the latest census.  With its 19 th Century pier, lighthouse, tramway and cable car Llandudno is a popular destination for visitors to North Wales.

Lyyn Ogwen is a stunning lake in North Wales, nestled between two mountain rangers, the Carneddau and the Glyderau, in the Snowdonia National Park. Here you will see the incredible waterfalls and the beautiful surrounding scenery

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Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch. Might look familiar to you. Might seem like a made-up word. We can assure you it’s not. It's the name of a town in Wales, just one of this incredible country's many quirks. For a small country, Wales bursts with marvels ready to be explored on a tour. It boasts a culture with an ancient language that will make your tongue twist. It's the land of castles, with more than 400 scattered across its arresting landscapes. Full of legends, welcoming locals, and sweet coastline villages, Wales is waiting.

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A Wales tour has so much to offer its guests. But where do you start? At Rabbie’s we’ve spent years perfecting the ultimate Wales tours for you to experience in 2023. Whether you depart from London , Manchester or Bristol , we can provide a small group tour that suits all types of travellers. From friends gathering for a birthday, to solo travellers and family spending quality time together. Discover what we have to offer now.

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With four UNESCO World Heritages Sites to its name, and many more breathtaking locations to visit, Wales is a place we want to cherish. Which is why one of our missions is to protect the places we love. We do this through our responsible travel initiative . Through this, we donate, volunteer, use small mini-coaches and do as much as we can to protect locations for future generations to enjoy. Hop on board one of our Wales tours to see the work we do for yourself.

Why You'll Love a Wales Tour

Countless castles

Wales may be small, but it certainly wasn't a pushover. Over centuries the Welsh built 600 castles. And even though many of them are now in ruins, you’ll still be amazed at the diversity of these defensive buildings. And what’s more is they’re usually located in gorgeous hill top locations.

Almost too beautiful

National parks cover 20% of Wales. You have the stunning and rugged coastlines of the Pembrokeshire Coast. You have the rolling plains and hidden caves of the Brecon Beacons. And you have the altitude defying mountains of Snowdonia. So, if you’re looking for natural wonders, then look no further and visit Wales.

The land of legends

In Wales, history is tangled with myths. And there’s a legend about every hill and lake you pass by. Listen to the tale of the red dragon and how it’s become the national animal. Hear the moving story of Gelert, the dog, and his heroic deed. And discover the places connected to King Arthur.

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The longest place name in Europe means 'St Mary's Church in the Hollow of the White Hazel near a Rapid Whirlpool and the Church of St. Tysilio near the Red Cave'. And if you think this is some sort of joke, then you’re right. Because this name was given as a publicity stunt in the 1860s. You’ll come across many of these odd facts as you journey through Wales.

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Go on a Cardiff Castle Tour

One of the city’s biggest draws is Cardiff Castle, a mixture of Roman, Norman and Victorian architecture strewn around the central green. It offers a fantastic insight into the history of Cardiff as for centuries it was the home of the Butes, the family who transformed Cardiff from a small town into the biggest coal port in the world.

Walk down to the Cardiff Bay

Enjoy a walk along the old Cardiff docklands, now known as Cardiff Bay, a vibrant waterfront filled with restaurants, boutiques and boats. You can go sailing on the large freshwater lake, enjoy a night of opera at the Wales Millennium Centre, and indulge in exceptional dining along Mermaid Quay.

Learn about Celtic culture

A trip to Wales offers the chance to dive into Celtic culture with our Local Specialists. They’ll show you the way of the Celts through food, music and humor, with traditional Welsh dinners and an evening of Welsh music performed by magical harpists and the finest local singers.

Hike in the Welsh mountain region of Snowdonia

Hiking in Wales is one of the best ways to get immersed in the country’s mountains, and Snowdonia National Park offers a grand introduction. Sprawling across northern Wales to the rugged coastline, you can find the highest peak in Wales, along with an excellent network of trails to guide your exploration.

Stroll through the Cardiff Central Market

Discover a range of local Welsh cuisine, vintage clothing and seasonal produce at Cardiff Central Market, a historic Victorian building that has been the site of a farmer’s market since the 18th century. You never know what treasures you’ll find as you wander the stores under the market’s glass roof.

Our top 5 things to do in Wales

When you’re not trekking through the mountains and exploring the most beautiful places in Wales, retreat to the city where you’ll find historic castles, old-fashioned markets and a compelling culture. Here are just a few of the ways we'll unlock the magic of Wales for you on your trip.

National Museum

Set in Cardiff’s civic center, the National Museum is home to a variety of national collections and touring exhibitions of geology and natural history. It also houses one of Europe’s best art collections, with paintings, drawings, sculptures and ceramics from Wales and the world, and one of the finest collections of Impressionist art.

St Fagans National Museum of History

Located on the grounds of St Fagans Castle in Cardiff, St Fagans National Museum of History is one of the world’s best open-air museums. Along with St Fagans Castle, a 16th-century manor house, you’ll find a collection of more than 50 original buildings from different historical periods that have been rebuilt on the 100-acre parkland.

Swansea Museum

Built in 1841, Swansea Museum is the oldest museum in Wales. It’s home to a fantastic collection of historical objects from the pasts of Swansea and the world. You’ll find six galleries with everything from a Welsh Kitchen to the tomb of an Egyptian mummy.

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Wales is home to some of Europe’s best historical and cultural collections and our Wales tours take it all in, from an open-air museum in a 16th-century castle, to an Egyptian mummy’s tomb.

Welsh rarebit

A traditional Welsh dish hailing from the 18th century, Welsh rarebit is a delicious take on the classic toasted cheese sandwich. It’s made from creamy sauce of Welsh cheese, ale or milk, and mustard or spices, poured hot over slices of toasted bread.

Glamorgan sausage

Named after the county of Glamorgan in Wales, Glamorgan sausage is a Welsh vegetarian sausage. Traditionally made with Caerphilly cheese, leek and coated in breadcrumbs, the sausages are fried until crispy. The dish became popular in the Second World War when meat was scarce, and is now a national specialty.

Also known as ‘speckled bread’, Bara Brith is a rich fruit cake, originally made as a yeasted bread. Spread with salted butter or drizzled with warm honey, this traditional Welsh dish is a tea-time favorite.

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From cheesy toast and spiced fruit cake, to vegetarian sausages and hearty meats, we'll show you how Welsh cuisine turns simple ingredients into memorable meals.

What to pack for Wales

Waterproof coat

A waterproof coat is an essential item in Wales - there are showers all year round and Cardiff is one of the wettest cities in Europe.

Hiking boots

The mountains of Wales are best explored on foot, and you’ll need a comfortable pair of hiking boots to explore the trails. Make sure you break in your boots before your trip to Wales.

From the historic buildings like Cardiff Castle to the giant mountains of Snowdonia, you’ll want to capture every exquisite moment.

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Voltage in Wales is 230V and the sockets are of Type G, with standard British 3-pin plugs.

Sunglasses are great to have all year round, to protect from the sunny days in summer and the low angle of the sun in winter.

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Consider your environmental impact when you next take a trip and go single-use-plastic-free by packing a reusable water bottle, a steel straw, your own shopping bags and refillable toiletry bottles.

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North Wales Castles

Edward longshank’s ‘ring of iron’, a tour focusing on the medieval history of wales that happens to travel through some of the most beautiful scenery north wales has to offer..

The Castles and Town Walls of King Edward 1st in Gwynedd were granted UNESCO status in 1986 and consist of the 4 great castles of Caernarfon, Conwy, Harlech and Beaumaris. Considered by UNESCO to be the “finest examples of late 13th century and early 14th-century military architecture in Europe” they have been jointly described as ‘’some of the most powerful castles of any age or country’’ and ‘’ the zenith of English castle building’.

Towering over the town’s quaint quayside and with a backdrop of Snowdonia’s high mountains, Conwy Castle enjoys a spectacular setting. After Edward 1st conquered Wales, his stonemasons built Conwy castle and its town walls in barely 4 years. An important Welsh palace and monastery originally occupied the site overlooking the Conwy estuary and the building of the new English town and castle on top of such a high-status Welsh site was the supreme demonstration of power and domination by Edward 1st. Today, Conwy Castle houses the most complete remains of medieval royal apartments anywhere in Britain.

Harlech Castle is perched atop an inaccessible cliff looking out over the Irish sea. With the Llyn Peninsula stretching out to the west and the high mountains of Snowdonia to the north, it enjoys perhaps the most spectacular setting of any of Edward 1st’s coastal fortresses. Harlech Castle played an important part in a number of Welsh revolts and civil wars through the centuries and it was here that Owain Glyndwr was crowned King of Wales during the last great Welsh uprising in the early 1400s. During the War of the Roses, 50 Lancastrian defenders held the castle for over a month against 7000 besieging Yorkists – they are honoured in modern times in Wales’s alternative national anthem – the rousing ‘Men of Harlech’

Caernarfon Castle is one of the most impressive of Edward 1st’s medieval castles and occupies a commanding position at the southern end of the beautiful Menai Straits. The castle was the main seat of Edward 1st during his early conquest of Wales and its royal connections continue into modern times with it being the site of the investiture of Prince Charles, the current Prince of Wales. Right from its inception, Caernarfon was built on a grand scale to be the home of Edward in Wales.

Edward 1st commissioned Beaumaris Castle in 1295 to further stamp his authority on the Welsh. Located at the northern entrance to the Menai Strait, it is recognised as the most technically perfect castle in Europe. Known as the castle that was never finished, construction slowed during Edward’s invasion of Scotland in 1300 and then continued until 1306 before stalling again with England under further threat of invasion by the Scots. The castle was described by 20th century Historian Arnold Taylor as ‘’the most perfect example of symmetrical concentric planning’’ even though it was still incomplete when work ceased for the last time in 1330.

Your personal guided tour timetable

Your touring day starts at your accommodation at 9:30 am. Your day will include rest, coffee and a lunch stop in addition to stops for the listed sites, attractions and activities. Along the way, your driver will tell you all about Wales’ history, culture and myths and legends whilst pointing out places of interest and recommending the best stops for food, refreshments and photos. We aim to have you back at your accommodation at about 6:00 pm.

We will endeavor to visit all locations listed on this tour however, Start/Finish times, order of itinerary and places we visit may change depending on your pickup and drop-off location, weather, road conditions or other events out of our control. Therefore, all tour timings are approximate, and we reserve the right to change the tour itinerary at any time.

What is Included in your tour

Pick up and drop off at your hotel or cruise berth within North Wales.

The services of your professional driver/guide throughout your tour.

The use of our luxury Mercedes people carrier to suit your party size

All fuel, parking and road tolls.

What is excluded from your tour

Food and drink and admission fees to sites, attractions and activities where payable.

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Please bring a wind or waterproof coat and sensible footwear for some light walking. Whilst rare, Wales can have 4 seasons in one day!

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“Croeso i Gymru…Welcome to Wales!”  My name is Judy Brough a qualified Wales Blue Badge Guide and experienced tour manager, providing guiding services in North Wales to organised coach parties and to the private group organiser. I can guide your group for half or full day tours of North Wales,  include guided town and castle walking tours.

If your group is arriving by coach, by train, from a cruise ship, or ferry you will find on my website a variety of example Tours to suit all tastes, but please do contact me with your own requests.

It will be my pleasure as your Wales Blue Badge tour guide to show you this beautiful country of Wales, open its culture and history to you. My aim is to enhance your stay with wonderful memories and enjoyable experiences.

So much to experience

• Ride a steam train through beautiful and exhilarating scenery
• Victorian seaside resort of Llandudno or quaint villages
• Visit Castles of World Heritage status and others hidden from time.
• Stately Homes set in picturesque Gardens
• Local Hostelry and Tea Rooms
• Explore Anglesey.
• Ancient monuments and places of worship tucked away in the mountains.

Castles North Wales Tour

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Castles North Wales Tour - a two-day tour

Castles north wales tour - three-day option , if three days are available for touring, we can include visiting castles such as flint, rhuddlan, denbigh etc as an addition to our standard two-day tour..

FACT: Wales has more castles per head of population than anywhere else in the world, these ‘fortified’ buildings were not haphazardly constructed, there was a reason why they were designed and located where they are…… join the tour and find out more.

We can include visits to

• Caernarfon Castle

Conwy Castle

• Beaumaris Castle

Dolbadarn Castle

Harlech castle.

• Segontium Roman Fort
• Din Lligwy Celtic site

Holyhead Mountain Celtic settlement

• Gwydir Castle

Bryn Celli Ddu

• Roman Fort at Holyhead
• Various battle sites
• Owain Glyndŵr story, last native Welshman to hold the title Prince of Wales

Some of the main sights

Roman occupation of Wales

The Roman occupation of Wales lasted for nearly 400 years and apart from visiting the main Roman fort of Segontium in Caernarfon, we will also visit many other sites such as the battle site for the capture of Anglesey and the slaughter of the Celtic druids.

Built by a Welsh Prince to protect the valley, predates the English fortresses of the Edward 1st. Before the Conquest of Wales was completed in 1282, Wales consisted of a number of independent kingdoms, the most important being Gwynedd. Llywelyn ap Gruffudd, sometimes written as Llywelyn ap Gruffydd, also known as Llywelyn the Last, or, in Welsh, Llywelyn Ein Llyw Olaf, was Prince of Wales from 1258 until his death at Cilmeri in 1282

Camp for up to a thousand soldiers, the main Roman fort in the north of Wales area. Remains of an auxiliary Roman fort, probably established in the late 70s AD and modified through to the late fourth century.

A brute of a fortress. Caernarfon Castle’s pumped-up appearance is unashamedly muscle-bound and intimidating. Picking a fight with this massive structure would have been a daunting prospect. By throwing his weight around in stone, King Edward I created what is surely one of the most impressive of Wales’s castles. Worthy of World Heritage status no less.

Edward wasn’t one to miss an opportunity to tighten his grip even further on the native population. The birth of his son, the first English Prince of Wales, in the castle in 1284, was a perfect device to stamp his supremacy. In 1969, the investiture of the current Prince of Wales, HRH Prince Charles took place here.

Aberlleiniog castle

'Men of Harlech.' The nation’s unofficial anthem, loved by rugby fans and regimental bands alike, is said to describe the siege which took place here during the War of the Roses, wherein a handful of men held out against a besieging army of thousands. Edward’s tried and tested ‘walls within walls’ model was put together in super-fast time between 1283 and 1295 by an army of nearly a thousand skilled craftsmen and labourers.

Criccieth Castle

Notable for being the only purpose-built fortress of the American Revolution on this side of the Atlantic Ocean. This location is sure to astound and fascinate our guests, apart from the history and the fort itself, the scenery is fantastic.

The Holyhead Mountain Hut Group is located along a southwest to the northeast level terrace of land towards the south-western end of the mountain.  Although it is unclear how old the settlement is, with suggestions ranging from the Neolithic to the Dark Ages, it seems probable that much of it is of an Iron Age date but as the structures have been built at different periods it is possible that the local inhabitants were using the area for homesteads and farming over a much longer time span with only a handful of the buildings being in use at any one time.

The Roman Fort at Holyhead

The Roman Fort at Holyhead, known in the Welsh language as Caer Gybi, was one of a chain of installations designed to counter acts of piracy and raiding from Ireland. It is possible it operated in conjunction with the nearby fort of Segontium. Its original Latin name is unknown but it was probably constructed in the late third century and was effectively a fortified landing place. Stone ramparts enclosed three sides of the fort with the North and South Walls extending down to the waterfront where the warships of Classis Britannica would have been beached.

Impressive Neolithic chambered tomb, with partially restored entrance passage and mound, on the site of a former henge monument. Bryn Celli Ddu – the Mound in the Dark Grove – is probably the best-known prehistoric monument on Anglesey, and is one of the most evocative archaeological sites in Britain. Like other prehistoric tombs on Anglesey, it was constructed to protect and pay respect to the remains of the ancestors.

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Heritage Tours North Wales

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Ruthin – Royalty and Rogues – a VIP private guided walking tour around Ruthin for couples or family groups.

The tour is a gentle stroll around the central part of the town, which is strategically located on a hill. Wander through the charming streets of Ruthin to discover the fascinating stories of people with royal connections and others who found themselves in trouble with the law. Find out what makes Ruthin a real gem of a town which should not be missed.

Private tour just for you or your family group.

Tours arranged at a mutually agreed time to suit you.

Start outside the Old Courthouse, St Peter’s Square, or another venue to suit you.

£25 for a guided tour for two people or £30 for a family (max 5 people).

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Adventure North Wales

Discover the adventure capital on this epic uk adventure holiday.

With its unique mix of mountains and forests, rivers and coastline, North Wales is an adventurer’s playground just waiting to be explored. And this activity holiday Wales is packed with the most challenging and exhilarating experiences on offer. It’s the perfect multi activity adventure holiday for adventurers like you.

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Experience the adventure capital of Europe on our adventure packed activity holiday Wales. Boasting mountains and valleys, rivers and coastline, this beautiful region has it all. Truly immerse yourself in local life with a Welsh adventure tour spent in some of North Wales’s top destinations. Challenge yourself to new experiences every day, with a carefully-crafted bundle of adventures in North Wales.

8 days, zero-hassle and all this included:

• Full day canyoning
• Half day coasteering
• Half day whitewater rafting
• Half day kayaking
• 6 nights hotel accommodation
• 1 night bothy accommodation on a remote island
• Breakfast every day and 2 evening meals
• Professional local guides
• Voluntary trail clean in association with Trash Free Trails
• 1 native tree planted in our woodland

Plus flexible booking terms as part of our  Adventure Promise , including instalment payments to spread the cost of your adventure. 

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Are fit, active and looking to experience every adrenaline adventure North Wales can throw at you.

Designed as a self-drive tour and also perfect as a private group adventure. Please use the enquiry form to check availability for your preferred dates.

Arrive in Betws-y-Coed, the gateway to Snowdonia National Park, ready to check in to your hotel from 15:00 .

Take the afternoon to relax. Your hotel is situated in the picturesque Alpine-style village centre, positioning you perfectly for a potter around the pretty streets or why not take a wander along the banks of the idyllic River Conwy.

Your welcome meeting will take place before dinner. How better to get to know each other and your tour leader than while enjoying locally produced food and a few Welsh beers.

Get set to go canyoning! We’ll take a short transfer to a beautiful river gorge where you will climb, scramble, jump and splash your way through the challenging terrain. This truly fun but physically demanding experience is a great day out in a stunning part of North Wales. E njoy the views as together you abseil down waterfalls and leap from rocks into the river below!

Enjoy a free evening in Betws-y-Coed to relax after the physical activity of canyoning.

After a hearty breakfast and a short transfer put on your wetsuit, jump on your raft and head off for a morning of white water rafting. The Tryweryn river is a famous dam release rafting location in Wales. Ride upper Tryweryn’s natural, Welsh mountain white water rapids in an adrenaline fuelled morning.

Back in Betws-y-Coed you can enjoy the remainder of your afternoon exploring more of the village and the surrounding area. Why not take a walk up to Llyn Elsi or peruse the village gift shops before you enjoy a free evening.

Optional activity:

As always we like to offer something extra to do in the afternoon. It means you’re in control of tailoring your adventure to be as full-on as you want to make it. This afternoon’s activity is not for the faint-hearted – but then you wouldn’t be on this adventure tour if you weren’t up for a kick of adrenalin, would you!

You’re in the home of the world’s fastest and Europe’s longest zipline, where you can fly through the air at speeds of over 160kph! It’s exhilaration in its purest form. Hurtle headfirst over the old slate quarry, now a vast blue lagoon, and lay claim to having done the world’s fastest zipline. Spaces fill fast so book quickly. Cost: £100 per person

Pack your bags, you’re going on a real adventure! Your adventure tour continues with the next two days spent on a remote private island. We’ll take a short transfer to our coastal hop-off point for the island. Where you’ll board a RIB boat to take you over to your private island retreat.

Enjoy the fresh sea breeze as you cross the water to arrive on your very own island. Spend the afternoon exploring this incredible wildlife haven before settling down for the night with a hearty dinner in our small bothy-style cottage.

Wake up to the peaceful sounds of rolling waves, enjoy a wholesome breakfast and take a stroll around the island. A wildlife lover’s dream; the remote island is home to thousands of nesting birds including Guillemot, Razorbills and Cormorants, as well as the rare Chough. There is also a unique population of black rabbits on the island, believed to have been bought over from France many years ago! Venture down to the island’s lower shores where seals can be spotted lounging on the rocks and bobbing around in the ocean. 

It’s now time to leave our wildlife idyll as we hop aboard the RIB boat and head back to the mainland. Here you can enjoy some free time to spend in the bustling coastal town before we depart for our next location, Trearddur Bay, with its charming seaside hotel. Time to appreciate the luxury of a hot shower and a comfy bed! 

After a tasty breakfast, it’s time to pop your wetsuit on and take to the water – this time by kayak! Kayak, meaning ‘man boat’, were boats originally used for hunting. Now they are repurposed as one of the best ways to explore the coast and appreciate wildlife up close. 

As you paddle along the stunning and varied Anglesey coastline, keep an eye out for the resident Atlantic seal population. Peregrine Falcons, Cormorants and Shags are also common sights.   

After your morning activities, you can take the afternoon at your own leisure. Take a walk around the town or grab some fish and chips to eat on the beach.  

Enjoy a free morning to relax and explore the shops and cafes of Trearddur Bay. Take a walk along the sandy beach or visit a nearby attraction such as South Stack RSPB. 

This afternoon get ready to jump, climb, scramble and swim your way along the coastline of Anglesey! Coasteering combines the best of rock and water-based activities, and North Wales offers one of the best coasteering experiences you can find. Scramble across rocks, get swirled around in the water and climb tough walls as far as you can before crashing back into the waves.

It’s a truly exhilarating experience and a fantastic way for you to get up close and personal with the rocky Welsh coast for your final day of adventure.

It’s the last morning of your adventure tour, so it’s time to pack your case and swap details with your new travel buddies.

Check out of your hotel by 10:00am and head home with plenty of adventurous tales, ready to be told.

What's Included

• Full day mountain hiking
• 1 night in bothy accommodation on a remote island
• Equipment for all activities

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• Return transfers can be arranged if required – please contact us to discuss your requirements

What you need to bring

• Swimwear – to wear under the wetsuits we provide
• Towel – to dry off after the water activities
• Trainers – these are to wear when when canyoning and coasteering so will get very wet
• Waterproof clothing – even if the forecast looks good, the weather can be very changeable in the mountains
• Warm layers – even in summer the mountains and the coast can be chilly
• Sleeping bag for the bothy (option to hire)
• Comfortable daypack – to carry snacks, hydration and spare clothes when hiking
• Lots of energy!

What you need to know

• Enjoy the reassurance of flexible booking terms, part of our Adventure Promise
• Bookings close 4 to 6 weeks prior to departure, or as soon as places fill
• You must be 18 years or over to join this adventure
• Check in is available in Betws-Y-Coed rom 15:00 on your arrival day
• Hotel details and directions will be provided following confirmation of your booking
• We don’t believe in charging people more for exploring our world solo, so we’ll always match you up with a likeminded traveller to share with. Your room in Betws-Y-Coed and in Trearddur |Bay will be on a twin basis.
• If you would prefer your own room we can usually accommodate that, though an extra charge would apply and is not possible at the bothy
• This multi activity holiday will run with no more than 12 to make sure you enjoy that small group feel

Getting Here

• The closest international airports are Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Manchester Airport
• It is approximately a 1 hour 40 minute taxi transfer from Liverpool John Lennon Airport or 2 hour 10 minute transfer from Manchester Airport to the tour start point in Betws-y-Coed or alternatively travel by rail to Betws-Y-Coed
• It is approximately a 2 hour taxi transfer to either airport from the tour end point in Betws-y-Coed or alternatively travel by rail from Bangor and follow the By Rail instructions below
• The tour start point is in Betws-y-Coed which has its own station
• From Wrexham Station, it is a 1 hour taxi transfer to the tour start point in Bala or alternatively travel by bus from Wrexham via Arriva X94
• From the tour end point in Betws-y-Coed, there’s a train station walking distance from your hotel
• Bangor Station is a 45 minute taxi transfer from Betws-y-Coed or alternatively travel by bus from Betws-y-Coed
• The tour start point in Betws-y-Coed is located on the A470, and less than 1.5 hours from M56 and M54 motorways

The tour end point in Trearddur Bay is located less than 30 minutes from the A5, and less than 1.5 hours from the M56 and less than 3 hours from the M54 motorways

If you require assistance with arranging taxi transfers, please get in touch with a member of our team

Customer Reviews

Thoroughly enjoyed my time with Adventure Tours UK. Everything was organised perfectly. I have absolutely no complaints. Everyone we spoken to were lovely and couldn’t of asked for a better experience. Thank you Adventure Tours UK!

Absolutely incredibly organised trip with no difficulty at all and fantastic experiences. Would highly recommend it to all.

If you are looking for a fun, lively and hassle-free UK break, this company is your key. Just back from the adventure North Wales tour - adrenaline packed, exhilarating and active holiday. One of the best I have been on. The company is a smaller business which means you can really get to know the organisers, who are lovely btw! I will definitely be using this company again and look forward to seeing what new trips they have to offer

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