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Private Snowdonia & The 3 Castles Tour

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9 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Explore three of our most famous castles - Conwy, Dolbadarn, and Caernarfon on this day tour of Snowdonia. You’ll also visit the beautiful Snowdonia National Park, and the National Slate Museum and through the day learn much of Wales’s myths and legends! This tour is the perfect combination of history, heritage, natural beauty, and a whole lot of fun!

What's Included

  • Driver & Transport by 8 or 16 seat business class private minibus
  • Ancient Conwy & caernarfon village and castle walls entrance is free
  • Company insurance and liability
  • Snacks
  • Tips / Gratitude's
  • Conwy & Caernarfon castle entrance fee - Child Free entry, junior £9.10, adults £13.10.
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Llandudno Railway Station
Augusta Street, Llandudno LL30 2AF, UK

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Llandudno

We start the tour at our meeting point of Llandudno Railway Station (stop H) bus stop immediately outside with a departure of 8.30 prompt, so please be early.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Great Orme

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 nature at its finest, limestone cliffs, caves, and mountain views.
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Castell Conwy

We will then head to the old castle town of Conwy. Here we will do the ancient castle tour, visit the smallest house in Britain, walk the castle walls, stroll along the Conwy estuary, and pay the local marina a visit for refreshments and lunch (own expense for castle entry).
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1 hour 40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Smallest House in Britain

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!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bethesda

Visit the Welsh dragon of Snowdonia hiding in the woodland ready to tear limb from limb any invaders to this area., guarding the entrance to the mountains.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Snowdonia National Park

Unrivalled awe-inspiring Snowdonia National Park and its spectacular rugged landscaped driving routes of the Ogwen Valley and Pen-y-Pass. Stop at viewpoints, witnessing great lakes, ice age carved valleys, rivers, and views, and more, as well as learn local history and heritage.
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1 hour 25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nant Ffrancon Pass

Get right into the heart and nitty-gritty of Snowdonia mountain living. We travel along the ancient Roman road passing the slate industry showcasing the spectacular mountain views, distant waterfalls, and valley views.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Llyn Ogwen

Spectacular scenery overlooked by Mount Trypan, we stop next to the historic lake of Ogwen to learn its history of a great find relating to King Arthur and the 5th century.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Snowdonia-Eryri National Park

Stop at Snowdonia's famous viewpoint. This location with 360 panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and lakes is truly stunning.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National Slate Museum

Visit the National Slate Museum next. The slate industry was one of the main economic motors of Wales. Step back in time and immerse yourself in a variety of talks and demonstrations to give you real insight into the hardships of past quarry life.
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1 hour 5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Castell Dolbadarn

Occupying a lofty, spectacular spot overlooking the waters of Llyn Padarn, native-built Dolbadarn Castle was once a vital link in the defenses of the ancient kingdom of Gwynedd. Constructed by Llywelyn the Great in the late 12th century.
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Castell Caernarfon

Take a walk around 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 the stylishly redeveloped waterfront of the Menai. (admission is free unless you wish to enter the main castle grounds where is fee is required)
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1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Strollesr must be collapsible
  • For infants under 3yrs, you must bring your own baby seat.
  • Travel time is included in the total duration of the tour.

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A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Snowdonia & The 3 Castles Tour

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  • Driver & Transport by 8 or 16 seat business class private minibus
  • Ancient Conwy & caernarfon village and castle walls entrance is free
  • Company insurance and liability
  • Fun, smiles and laughter are always free
  • Expert local guide with years of local knowledge of the area
  • Snacks
  • Tips / Gratitude's
  • Conwy & Caernarfon castle entrance fee - Child Free entry, junior £9.10, adults £13.10.
  • A combined ticket for both castles is available for a greatly reduced price. Ask at castle entrance.

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Strollesr must be collapsible
  • For infants under 3yrs, you must bring your own baby seat.
  • Travel time is included in the total duration of the tour.
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