Great Little Trains of Wales

8 Day Itinerary

• Day 1:

  Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to our hotel in Llandudno for seven nights.

  Included meals: Dinner

• Day 2: Bala Lake Railway

  Enjoy a scenic trip aboard the Bala Lake Railway and admire the extensive views of Llyn Tegid, the surrounding countryside as well as Arenig Fawr, Aran Benllyn and Aran Fawddwy mountains. Keep an eye out for herons and buzzards that nest near the line - a perfect example of nature and machines living side by side.

  Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  Bala Lake Railway

  

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  • Bala Lake Railway

• Day 3: Betws-y-Coed & Llanberis Lake Railway

  Excursion heading into Snowdonia, visiting pretty Betws-y-Coed in the heart of the National Park. Browse independent shops, buy some local produce or enjoy a cup of tea and a slice of Bara Brith in one of the charming cafes.

  We continue to beautiful Llanberis, at the foot of Mount Snowdon where we take to the tracks once again, aboard the delightful Llanberis Lake Railway. The little steam train makes a five-mile return journey alongside Lake Padarn, passing Dolbadarn Castle and Llanberis' twin lakes.

  Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  Llanberis Lake Railway

  

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  • Betws-y-Coed
  • Llanberis Lake Railway*
  • Llanberis Lake Railway*

• Day 4: Day at leisure or Anglesey

  Relax in seaside Llandudno with a day at leisure, or join our optional excursion to Anglesey. We cross the Menai Strait to call at Llanfair PG, the village with the longest name in the UK. Have your photo taken with the iconic railway sign!

  Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  Llanfair PG

  

  Optional Excursions

  Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.

  	2023	2024
  Llanfair PG	£10.00	£11.00

  The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.

  Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in cash in Euros (for tours to Europe) or Sterling (for UK tours).

• Day 5: Day at leisure

  Enjoy a day at your own pace in Llandudno. This Victorian seaside gem on the coast of North Wales is a delight to explore. Take a stroll along the level seafront, enjoy the traditional amusements on the beautiful pier or perhaps take a trip up the Great Orme on the funicular railway or cable cars to be rewarded with beautiful views of the town and beyond.

  Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  Llandudno

  

  Included Highlights

  • Llandudno

• Day 6: Caernarfon and Ffestiniog Railway

  Excursion enjoying a journey aboard the Ffestiniog Railway travelling through the forested and mountainous scenery of Snowdonia. The Ffestiniog Railway is the oldest independent railway company in the world having been established in 1832. The historic route climbs over 700 feet from sea level, into the mountains, passing tranquil pastures and magnificent waterfalls, lakes and waterfalls, and traversing horseshoe bends - one almost a complete spiral!

  We also call at Caernarfon, home to Wales' most famous and mighty castle, delightful historic streets and a stylishly redeveloped waterfront.

  Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  Ffestiniog Railway

  

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  • Caernarfon
  • Ffestiniog Railway

• Day 7: Llangollen and Horse Drawn Barge

  Trip travelling via the scenic Horseshoe Pass to reach pretty Llangollen, nestled in the beautiful Dee Valley and located under the watchful gaze of Dinas Bran Castle.

  Here we take to the waters of the Llangollen Canal, enjoy a tranquil cruise horse-drawn barge. Visitors have been enjoying leisurely trips here for over 100 years and this wonderful trip takes in part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to a rich variety of local flora and fauna.

  Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  Llangollen Horse Drawn Barge

  

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  • Llangollen
  • Llangollen Horse Drawn Barge
  • Llangollen Horse Drawn Barge

• Day 8:

  Return home.

  Included meals: Breakfast