WALES
5 DAYS FROM £415
5 DAYS FROM £356
NEW
Welsh Highland Railway Credit Chris Parry Spectacular Snowdonia
Halen Môn Terrace Overlooking the Menai Strait
A Taste of North Wales This tour includes tastings of Penderyn whisky, Anglesey sea salt and the traditional afternoon tea bread, bara birth, all complemented with some iconic Welsh scenery: Snowdonia & the Menai Bridge crossing. PACKAGED ITINERARY Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Snowdonia & Bodnant Welsh Shop Our day starts with a scenic drive through Snowdonia National Park as we leave the coastal plain behind us and travel through increasingly mountainous landscapes, on our way to Betws-y-Coed. After free time here to browse the shops, art galleries and local produce, we have time for lunch before we continue to Bodnant Welsh Shop in the heart of the Conwy Valley, where we enjoy tea/coffee and bara brith . Here we’ll find the best of Welsh produce from deli and artisan goods to hampers and gifts. Day 3 Llandudno & Penderyn Distillery Llandudno We begin our day with free time in the popular seaside resort of Llandudno with its impressive Victorian architecture, pier, shops and attractions, exuding Edwardian charm. After lunch we head to the Penderyn Distillery Llandudno where we enjoy a guided tour and tasting . Our tour and tasting will teach us about the founding of this famous and award-winning brand and what makes the different whiskies taste as they do, so we start to understand why its reputation as a quality whisky producer is growing. Day 4 Anglesey & Halen Môn This morning we travel over the Menai Bridge to Anglesey and nearby Beaumaris with its medieval castle, lovely beach and Victorian pier. Here we have free time to explore and find a friendly spot for lunch. Afterwards, we head to Llanfair PG followed by a scenic drive to Halen Môn (Anglesey Sea Salt), set on the banks of the Menai Straits, for a guided tour. We learn about how the sea salt – Welsh Gold - is made into the edible condiment, from the first batch on a family Aga in 1997, to modern day production. Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we make our way home.
Our mighty packaged tour of Snowdonia in the heart of North Wales features stunning scenery and incredible attractions. From puffins, hidden gardens, Portmeirion and Caernarfon Castle to the UK’s longest heritage railway – all in the shadow of one of Britain’s tallest peaks! PACKAGED ITINERARY Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Caernarfon, Betws-y-Coed & National Slate Museum This morning we visit Caernarfon Castle , recognised as one of the greatest buildings of the Middle Ages and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before enjoying a scenic drive to Betws-y-Coed, North Wales’ most popular inland resort. We enjoy free time for lunch here before visiting the National Slate Museum (free entry) to discover an industry & a way of life that has chiselled itself into the very being of this country. Day 3 Plas Cadnant & Puffin Island Cruise This morning we travel over the Menai Bridge to the Isle of Anglesey and nearby Beaumaris with its medieval castle, lovely beach and Victorian pier. While there we relax on a leisurely 80 minute return boat cruise to Puffin Island. In the afternoon we visit one of North Wales’ best kept secrets, the hidden gardens of Plas Cadnant . Please note that the cruise to Puffin Island only starts operating in April. Day 4 Welsh Highland Railway & Portmeirion Today we enjoy a ride on the Welsh Highland Railway , the UK’s longest heritage railway. Our 1.5 hour one way journey runs for 25 miles from Caernarfon, past the foot of Snowdon to the picture postcard village of Beddgelert. On arrival, we re-join our coach and travel to the nearby unique village of Portmeirion , exploring the lovely terraced gardens, picturesque village and shops. Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we make our way home.
Celtic Royal Hotel Caernarfon, North Wales Plus
The traditional Celtic Royal Hotel is located just a 10 minute walk from Caernarfon’s walled old town and prides itself on its fabulous, award-winning standards of customer service. All 110 bedrooms are to a good standard, stylish and well decorated and equipped with a TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The restaurant is bright and spacious and there is a contemporary pub-style bar offering plenty of comfortable seating. There are also four luxurious, cosy lounge areas with plenty of sofas and armchairs. Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, sauna and steam room.
• Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Tea/coffee in room • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge Both itineraries run from the Celtic Royal Hotel. Based on 4 Nights Half Board, they include: • Porterage • Welcome tea/coffee • Choice of menu • Tea/coffee after dinner • Live entertainment on 1 night Spectacular Snowdonia Twin from £415pp Double for Sole Use Supplement from £143 Inclusions • Entrance to Caernarfon Castle • National Slate Museum (free entry) • Boat cruise to Puffin Island • Entrance to Plas Cadnant Gardens • One way journey on the Welsh Highland Railway
A Taste of North Wales Twin from £356pp Double for Sole Use Supplement from £143 Based on Sunday arrivals Inclusions • Bodnant Welsh Shop with tea/coffee & bara brith • Penderyn Distillery tour & tasting • Halen Môn (Anglesey Sea Salt) guided tour
(Caernarfon - Beddgelert) • Entrance to Portmeirion
01732 879191 | sales@albatrosstravel.com | www.albatrosstravel.com
55
Made with FlippingBook - Share PDF online