Romantic Journeys of North Wales

Day 1 - Monday:

We travel to North Wales and arrive late afternoon at the Beaufort Park Hotel. Tea and coffee served on arrival.

Day 2 - Tuesday:

Leaving after breakfast, we travel along the coast to Abergele and then head to the Conwy Valley, Llanrwst, and Betws-y-Coed where we take a break. We then ride over the Crimea Pass to Blaenau Ffestiniog. Here we join the famous Ffestiniog Railway for a spectacular ride over the mountains to Porthmadog. We have time to explore the town and obtain lunch before we make our way through the Snowdonia National Park to Lake Bala. Here we have a ride along the lake shore on the delightful Bala Lake Railway.

Day 3 - Wednesday:

Today we visit the elegant Victorian seaside resort of Llandudno, often described as the 'Queen of the Welsh Resorts'. Spend the day at leisure exploring the wide promenade, traditional pier and attractive shopping streets, or relax in one of the many cafés overlooking the sea. Those wishing to explore further may choose to take the historic Great Orme Tramway or enjoy a ride on the cable cars (both optional), offering breathtaking views across the coastline and surrounding countryside.

Day 4 - Thursday:

Today's excursion takes us through the beautiful Dee Valley via the spectacular Horseshoe Pass. We board the heritage Llangollen Railway for a nostalgic steam train journey alongside the River Dee before enjoying a relaxing cruise along the Llangollen Canal. Known as the 'Stream in the Sky', this unforgettable boat trip carries you gently across the magnificent Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the highest navigable aqueduct in Britain.

Day 5 - Friday:

After breakfast, we leave and begin our journey home.

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner