UK Rail Tours

Wonderful Wales

Steaming through Snowdonia on the new ′wonder of the world′ - the Welsh Highland line is just one of many great rail journeys taking you from glorious sea at Llandudno to the peak of Mount Snowdon.

(6 days,Escorted)

Enjoy stunning scenery, the nostalgia of steam and trams, beautiful Bodnant gardens, historic Penrhyn Castle, afternoon tea on a Victorian pier and much more, whilst relaxing amidst the friendly ambience and elegant comfort of the renowned Empire Hotel.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

* Steam through Snowdonia - the Welsh Highland Railway, world famous Ffestiniog Railway and picturesque Llanberis Lake Railway
* Spectacular Snowdon Mountain Railway
* Glorious Bodnant Gardens for tea
* Conwy Valley scenic train journeys
* Magnificent Penrhyn Castle & Gardens
* Enjoy afternoon tea on Victorian Bangor Pier
* Great Orme Mountain tram ride

Includes the Great British Railway Journey along the Welsh Highland Railway - just one of many great rail journeys you can enjoy when booking with RailTourGuide

DEPARTS
Monday 14 May 2012
Monday 25 June 2012
Monday 10 September 2012

(Click the date on the calendar to book)

6 days

TOUR ITINERARY
DAY 1
Arriving Llandudno Junction by train in the early afternoon we journey to Bodnant Gardens for afternoon refreshments, picturesquely located above the River Conwy - a wonderful place to relax into your holiday. We then continue to Llandudno and the superbly traditional Empire Hotel.
Afternoon Tea and Dinner included
 
DAY 2
Heading into Snowdonia, we take a steam train ride on the Llanberis Lake Railway followed, after a relaxing break, by a journey on the amazing Snowdon Mountain Railway. After enjoying this kaleidoscope of vistas we return through the National Park and Conwy Valley to Llandudno.
Breakfast and Dinner included
 
DAY 3
Take a traditional great railway journey as we head along the beautiful Conwy Valley line to Blaeanau Ffestiniog. Here we board our narrow gauge steam train on the world famous Ffestiniog Railway to travel to Porthmadog. The afternoon is free to enjoy lunch and explore; you may wish to travel on the quaint Welsh Highland Railway (Porthmadog). Late afternoon we return by steam train, climbing steep gradients back to Blaeanau Ffestiniog, then down the Conwy Valley line to Llandudno with seats on the opposite side as outward so no vista is missed.
Breakfast and Dinner included
 
DAY 4
A truly scenic rail journey as we board the magnificent Welsh Highland Railway at Caernarvon for a steam hauled journey along the whole line through Snowdonia including the much treasured beauty of Aberglaslyn Pass. Then to magnificent Penryhn Castle with stunning views over Snowdonia and Menai Strait and so much to explore, including an exotic tree and shrub collection and Victorian walled garden, fascinating industrial railway museum and superb dolls museum. Our day concludes at Bangor where we stroll and take tea on the beautifully restored pier.
Breakfast, Afternoon Tea and Dinner included
 
DAY 5
We follow in the footsteps of Victorian holidaymakers aboard a vintage tramcar to the summit of the Great Orme, offering magnificent views across the Irish Sea. The day is then free for you to enjoy at leisure in Llandudno to savour the Edwardian elegance of this charming resort.
Breakfast and Dinner included
 
DAY 6
A reluctant farewell to Llandudno and the lovely Empire Hotel sees us make our way to the station for our journeys homeward.
Breakfast included
 
 

HOTEL
The Empire Hotel, Llandudno
Faithful to its Victorian character, all rooms are furnished with antiques and cast iron beds with down bedding - and have private bathroom, colour TV with satellite, video or DVD player, safe, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. The award-winning Watkins and Co. restaurant offers the finest local produce; a creative chef, elegant surroundings and friendly service all combine to ensure a memorable experience. The indoor heated swimming pool has a sauna, steam room and whirlpool; the small outdoor heated pool has a spa bath.

FARES

Fare Region 
London: Euston £825 £750

Greater London £865 First or £765 Standard

South of England  £875 First or £775 Standard 

East Anglia £875 First or £775 Standard 

South West  £900 First or £805 Standard 

Heart of England £830 First or £755 Standard 

Midlands £765 First or £725 Standard 

Yorkshire  £755 Standard 

North East £775 Standard

North West £765 First or £725 Standard 

South Wales  £840 First or £765 Standard 

North Wales £720 First or £705 Standard 

Scotland £870 First or £785 Standard

Prices are per person, if you hold a valid railcard you may be entitled to a discount!

Tour Base Fare £690 (joining at hotel)

Single Room Supplement £150

5 nights bed, breakfast & Table d Hôte evening meal, 2 teas
Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home Station to Tour Base (Standard or First Class)
Rail & coach travel, with transfers as described
All excursions and admissions as detailed
Services of experienced Tour Manager
Hotel Porterage

If you wish to discuss this tour in more detail please call us on

0191 246 0708 or email sales@railtourguide.com

BOOK THIS HOLIDAY ONLINE NOW

If you wish to book this rail holiday now, please pay the deposit online.

If your room requirements are no longer available we will refund your booking deposit in full.

Once you have paid your deposit-
Please email us at sales@railtourguide.com with your rail requirements (1st class or Std class) your departure station to start/ end the tour, and let us know if you hold any rail cards.
We will then email you a booking reference number, a booking form and the invoice for the remaining balance due.
If you have any questions please call us on 0191 246 0708.
(Office Hours 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday)