Beautiful Snowdonia - Portmeirion & Anglesey - Mon 15th July 2024

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Snowdonia National Park never fails to impress! The oldest national park in Wales is home to the tallest mountain in Wales - the mighty Snowdon and the entire area is full of some of the most spectacular scenery in the whole of the UK. For this holiday, we are staying in the very heart of the park in the town of Llanberis. A mecca for hill walkers and hikers, there is plenty to enjoy here besides soaking in those amazing views! Enjoy a walk around the village, a stroll along the lake or take the little train to the slate museum. You may also choose to join the Snowdon Mountain Railway from the town.

We also explore the beautiful surrounding area on this holiday. Joined by our superb local guide for visits to the stunning Isle of Anglesey and a full day touring through the park including a memorable trip on the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railway. Strictly for lovers of wonderful scenery this one!

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This hotel has been awarded a Travellers' Choice 2023 Award - meaning they consistently earn great reviews from travellers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor for enjoyment and value for money.

DAY 1
After being collected from your local pick up point around 7.00/8.30am, settle back, relax and enjoy the journey. We have refreshment stops including a main stop for lunch before arriving in Snowdonia late afternoon. Time to settle in to your room at the hotel before heading down for dinner..

DAY 2
Wonderful day out today as we are joined by our superb local tour guide. Travelling through lovely countryside before going over the Menai Straits on to the Isle of Anglesey. Touring through some of the finest coastal scenery of the region including a visit to the lovely town of Beaumaris. We also include a visit to the celebrated gardens of Plas Cadnant. A real hidden gem, beautifully renovated by the current owners revealing three different gardens to discover, including an unusual walled garden, a secret valley garden with waterfalls and an upper woodland garden with stone outcrops. Entrance included. Great day out.

DAY 3
A special day out to enjoy the stunning scenery of the National Park. Joined by our excellent local guide - bringing the countryside and towns to life as we pass through some of the finest scenery in Britain including some great photo stop opportunities. Included in the day is a memorable trip on the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railway which meanders through the hills enjoying the views! Arriving in Porthmadog we continue to the coast and visit the amazing and magical, Portmeirion. Designed by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis in 1925, Portmerion village was built in imitation of a rustic Italian village and was famously used in ‘The Prisoner’ TV show. Definitely a unique attraction! Entrance fee & train journey included in holiday cost.

DAY 4
Last day in Llanberis today so you may like to stay in town and explore and you do have the opportunity of taking the Snowdon Mountain Railway to the summit. The station is virtually opposite the hotel - you would need to book this. The coach will be departing for a morning visit to the historic town of Caernarfon. Dominated by perhaps the finest example of a medieval castle in the whole of the UK it is a lovely town to spend some time. Returning to Llanberis for a free afternoon. 

DAY 5
We head home this morning, with refreshment stops as required before being returned to your local pick up point around 5.00/6.00pm.

Meal Plan - Dinner Bed & Breakfast

3* Royal Victoria Hotel

The hotel is beautifully located on the edge of the popular town of Llanberis in Snowdonia National Park. Set within 30 acres of gardens and woodlands between the lakes of Llyn Padarn and Llyn Peris and surrounded by the beautiful Welsh mountains. It is just a short walk in to town and the Snowdon Mountain Railway station is opposite the entrance so you have the chance to go up to the summit in your free time. Other attractions in the town include the narrow gauge Llanberis Lake Railway which chugs along the northern shore of Llyn Padarn and the awesome Slate Mines. Very popular with outdoor and walking enthusiasts so look forward to seeing hikers heading for the mountains!

One of the oldest hotels in Wales, the hotel is a lovely building with the inside retaining a traditional décor with modern comforts. 

Both breakfast and dinner is served in the restaurant – a full hot & cold buffet for the morning with a 3 course dinner -choice of menu. Cuisine at the hotel is traditional British Fare.

The Eryri Bar & Lounge has a lovely atmosphere and is open daily serving food and drinks, indoors or head out into the garden, take a seat and enjoy those views.

The comfortable bedrooms in the main hotel enjoy either woodland or courtyard views. All are en-suite - most with shower over bath - a small number have a shower only. Room amenities include flat screen TV with Freeview, tea & coffee making facilities, iron and ironing board, and hairdryer. There is a choice of room upgrades – subject to availability and extra charge. Please note – the Single Rooms are true singles and are quite snug! Passenger lift and porterage. WiFi.

This hotel has been awarded a Travellers' Choice 2023 Award - meaning they consistently earn great reviews from travellers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor for enjoyment and value for money.