Snowdonia & The 3 Castles Tour
- 9 hours
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
Explore the three most famous castles - Conwy, Dolbadarn, and Caernarfon on this day tour of Wales. You’ll also visit the beautiful Snowdonia National Park, the Penrhyn Quarry and even make a stop at Britain’s Smallest House! This tour is the perfect combination of history, heritage, natural beauty and fun!
Inclusions
What's included
- Driver & Transport by 16 seat minibus
- Expert local guide with years of local knowledge of the area
- Fun, smiles and laughter are always free
- Company insurance and liability
What's not
- Admission into sightseeing locations
- Tips / Gratitude's
- Snacks
Itinerary
We meet at Llandudno Railway Station directly outside at (bus stop H) on Augusta Street. We leave prompt at 8.30, so please be early.
After our introduction and safety brief, we will hop onto our minibus and take a drive around Great Orme's one-way road with its spectacular mountain drop off into the sea. Showcasing the limestone cliffs, caves, wildlife of birds, wild goats, and often dolphins and seals, as well as views towards the Snowdonia mountains.
We will then head to the old castle town of Conwy. Here you can do the ancient castle tour or simply walk the castle walls of the ancient village, stroll along the Conwy estuary and paying the local marina a visit for refreshments and lunch, and visit the worlds first syspension bridge built in 1819. (additional fee for main castle entry)
A wonderful gem set upon the bank of the estuary and part of the castle walls is great Britain's smallest house. With arms outstretched, you can touch either side. Unbelievably, a 6'3 large local fisherman lived in this tiny house with his partner for many years! Always a great photo opportunity. (additional fee to enter inside)
View the guarding Welsh Dragon of Snowdonia, hidden in woodland overwatching for invaders to our lands. (limited parking - if parking space unavailable we have to bypass this stop)
Here you will step into the past and discover an industry and way of life that has chiseled itself into the very being of this country. Imagine the quarrymen and engineers have just put down their tools and left the courtyard for home and that's what you will witness here. Here the past meets modern, as integrated adrenaline adventures are using old closed quarries in spectacular locations.
Visit the spectacular route of Nant Ffrancon pass (the old roman road) which was carved out during the last ice age. Lake Ogwain and its dramatic setting next to Tryfan mountain. On our route including Pen-y-pass we see many great lakes, stunning scenery and mountain views deep in the heart of some of Snowdonia's finest locations
A spectacular 360 valley setting next to the lake. Whilst you stand in awe, we will tell stories of a historic find relating to king Arthur and his sword Excalibur at this very lake
Stop at Snowdonia viewpoint. Know as one of the UK's most spectacular views, this 360 panoramic view of snowdonia's horseshoe, gwynant valley and lakes, and the glyder's make it a photographers dream.
The pass at its highest point is the location of towering hills and foothills of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) Dramatically falling into the valley below, and winding roads meander and skirt their way through the craggy cliffs.
Occupying a lofty, spectacular spot overlooking the waters of Llyn Padarn, native-built Dolbadarn Castle was once a vital link in the defences of the ancient kingdom of Gwynedd. Constructed by Llywelyn the Great in the late 12th century
Take a walk round this world heritage site. After all these years Caernarfon’s immense strength remains undimmed - a brute of a fortress. History comes alive at Caernarfon in so many ways – along the lofty wall walks, beneath the twin-towered gatehouse, the walk town’s narrow and colorful streets and stylishly redeveloped waterfront of the Menai. (additional fee to enter main castle)
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We meet at the bus stop pick up point directly outside the main entrance to the station (bus stop H) on Augusta Street
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 16 travellers
- Operated by
- Adventure Tour Snowdonia
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Stroller must be collapsible as limited space is available
- For infants under 3yrs, you must bring your own baby seat.
How it compares in Llandudno
- Its from-price is 90% below the median of the 11 day trips we list in Llandudno.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 2 of 11.
About Llandudno
Llandudno is a Victorian seaside resort on the North Wales coast, with a long pier, a sweeping bay and the limestone headland of the Great Orme.
Llandudno was laid out as a resort in the 1850s, and its seafront of grand hotels curves around a wide bay between the Great Orme and the Little Orme. The pier, more than half a kilometre long, reaches out into the sea, and broad streets of Victorian shops and arcades run back from the promenade.
Top-ranked sights in Llandudno: Great Orme Mines.
