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North Wales Guided Tours

Take a luxury private tour with north wales guided tours and discover why the world’s travel writers consistently vote wales as one of the top 10 countries in the world to visit., why north wales.

North Wales is an ancient and unspoilt land where history meets legend, mountains flow into the sea, mediaeval architecture meets industrial revolution, world-class outdoor pursuits meet 1st class travel and an ancient language and unique Celtic culture meet 5 start Hotels and a flourishing foodie scene.

Being less internationally renowned than its better-known neighbours, North Wales is less trodden by tourism and still unspoilt enough to feel real. With a hugely diverse range of attractions, entertainment and activities, its endlessly fascinating and praised by the Rough Guide as ‘the most beguiling part of the British isles’ and ‘’one of the finest natural playgrounds in Europe’’.

Wales may be a small country, but it’s packed with things to see and do – and all the main attractions of North Wales are within a relatively small area making it ideal for day trips from a central base. There are a number of fabulous hotels and restaurants in the area which we can advise on.

North Wales also has excellent travel links with the rest of the UK. Manchester Airport,  the UK’s largest international airport outside of London, is less than an hour’s drive from the North Wales border. Ferries from Anglesey’s Holyhead Port link directly to Dublin in Ireland and trains from Chester and Crewe, just across the border, link directly into the UK mainline rail network. The English Lake District, Scotland, The Cotswolds and London are all less than a half-day drive away.

No wonder the Rough Guide voted Wales as one of the top 10 countries in the World to visit.

Driver Guides

Fully licenced and accredited, locally born and bred

Luxury Vehicles

Luxury Mercedes Touring Vehicles

Complimentary pick up/drop off at your hotel or cruise berth within North Wales

Onboard Wi-Fi

Onboard Wi-Fi and mobile Charging facilities

Complimentary Water

Bottled Welsh Spring water onboard

OUR COMPANY

North Wales Guided Tours is a fully licensed, registered, and insured travel company who create memorable luxury private guided tours of North Wales for discerning customers from across the globe.

Our fleet of Mercedes Benz people carriers and sedans offer the ultimate in luxury touring. Supremely comfortable and spacious, you’ll have a panoramic view of the beautiful Welsh countryside as you cruise past mountains, lakes and medieval castles.

Our Mercedes Benz V, S and E Class touring vehicles feature full leather interiors with reclining seats and adjustable headrests. Passenger controllable climate control and mood lighting add luxury to the interior whilst on board Wi-Fi and handy power points for charging your phones or cameras add to our vehicle’s versatility. Our Mercedes S and E Class saloons/sedans are generally comfortable for 3 passengers touring without luggage or 2 touring with luggage. Our Mercedes V Class MPVs can take up to 7 passengers with luggage.

Our Driver/Guides are all locally born and bred and passionate about all things Welsh. With an intimate knowledge of the landscape, history and culture of Wales, they’re ideally placed to help you get the most out of your stay in North Wales. Their knowledge of the Welsh road network and local driving regulations and conditions means you can relax and enjoy your day not having to worry about driving on unfamiliar roads or in an unfamiliar vehicle.

Driver/Guides who deliver our private guided tours of North Wales are also Eryri/Snowdonia, Sir Ddinbych/Denbighshire, Gwynedd, Conwy and Wrexham Tourism Ambassadors. The Welsh Ambassador scheme is supported by Welsh Government, Visit Wales and local councils and includes modules on history, culture, geology, language, food and drink, activities and many other aspects of each individual area of North Wales. It’s designed to equip our Ambassadors with the knowledge that will help our visitors get the most from their trip.

Our Driver/Guides are professional drivers in their own right. All are fully certified or provisional members of the UK’s Guild of Professional Chauffeurs which is dedicated to raising standards and has become the benchmark for quality in the UK Chauffeur industry.  There are less than 100 fully certified members of the Guild of Professional Chauffeurs in the UK and 3 of them drive for North Wales Guided Tours.

All our vehicles and driver/guides are fully licensed and insured under the UK ‘Private Hire Vehicle’ regulations.

SUGGESTED TOURS

We offer a number of convenient ‘’Off the Shelf’’ tours which take in the best that North Wales has to offer.  Why not visit our Wales Guided Tours page to find out more about what we do.  

And – because your tour is private to you and your group, you can ‘’Go Bespoke’’ and we can modify any of our itinerary tours to suit you prior to travel or even on the day during your tour. To find out more have a look at our Bespoke Tours Wales page.

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Wonderful tour company! Me and my fiancée booked 3 day tours with them and it was one of the most amazing experiences.

Chris was super knowledgeable about everything in Wales from history, mythology, politics, fun facts and the Welsh language. He had no problem answering any questions we had. We went to all the sites on my list, rural Castles, Neolithic and historic sites on tiny roads that I wouldn’t feel comfortable driving on. Chris was a wonderful guide; he would give us plenty of time to explore the sites and then leave us some time to eat and explore areas by ourselves. Traveling through Wales was much more memorable with Chris’s commentary. Can not recommend this company enough. He also took amazing photos of us.

If you’re coming to Wales and want to see all the gems it has to offer, I highly recommend this company. Very professional and wonderful service.

Chris went above and beyond to ensure that we had the very best experience possible during our 5-day stay in Wales. He managed to put together an itinerary for each day from our very long list of places we wanted to visit. He gave us so much background history and cultural information from a Welsh perspective that we felt immersed and no longer visitors to this beautiful place. We found the ancestral homesteads we were looking for. The current owner, by sheer chance, had information on our family history that he was willing to share. It was more than I could have dreamed to learn! Life changing! I have to come back and I will hire Chris again.

We had an incredible day with Chris as our guide. He emailed that morning to let us know he was on the way to the port to pick us up and was waiting when we go off the ship. Chris is incredibly knowledgeable about Wales and its history. We had ample time to explore Caernarfon Castle, then had a stunning drive through Snowdonia National Park, and lunch and explore in Conwy. This was our favourite day on our British Isles cruise. I highly recommend Chris and North Wales Guided Tours and would not hesitate to use them again. Thank you for a memorable day!

Chris and North Wales Guided Tours are EXCELLENT!!! Four of us took a trip to North Wales in September 2023, and took 4 separate full day tours with Chris in his beautiful van. We found him with a search on the internet and feel really fortunate that we did. Chris is a native to north Wales and has decades of experience in the area and a vast knowledge of sights, history (paleo to modern) activities and adventure sports (walking, hiking, biking, kayaking, skiing). We had some ideas about sights we wanted to see and things to do and Chris was able to help us put together a custom itinerary and guide us to what we wanted and got us to places that you won’t find in the books or online guides. He also knows the weather in Wales, which can strongly affect activities and itineraries. Chris is also incredibly polite, professional, adventurous and fun. And he was also really, really patient and attentive with us and our needs, even after four days! I cannot recommend him more highly. One more note, if you are thinking about renting a car to get to some of these places in north Wales, just know it’s not for the faint of heart – often involving VERY narrow one lane roads with no shoulder, opposing truck and farm traffic requiring backing up, heavy rain, poor internet, satellite and NAV connections and wrong NAV guidance. I have driven on numerous trips in Europe, but this area is tricky. So do yourself a favor and look out the window on this trip and enjoy the scenery and Chris’s company!

We came up to North Wales in late September having had to cancel our trip to Kenya due to the epidemic. Chris met us of the train from London and we spent 2 wonderful days touring the fabulous scenery and sites of the area. We spent time exploring castles and deserted beaches that could have been in the Caribbean. We’ll definitely be back!

Recently we needed to travel from Bath to Conwy in North Wales in one day. Rather than have a plain transfer, along the motorways through the industrial English Midlands, we had a wonderful full day tour with Chris from North Wales Guided Tours. He took us along the scenic route, colloquially known as Route 66. It was fantastic and we couldn’t have been happier with the trip. Chris took us through stunning countryside – lush green valleys, rugged mountain areas, seaside and quaint small villages. We stopped several times for refreshments and photo opportunities. Chris himself was very pleasant to be with and gave us plenty of interesting history about various aspects of Wales. His late model Mercedes van was nice and clean and very comfortable.

We thoroughly recommend Chris from North Wales Guided Tours, and this scenic tour in particular.

Chris was an excellent tour guide and put together a most enjoyable day out for us on our 2 days round Snowdonia. His commentary was most informative and entertaining, and nothing was too much trouble. We had a great tour!

Dear Chris. We couldn’t have been happier with our choice of North Wales Guided Tours for our pickup from the Cotswolds, 3 days in North Wales and transfer up to the lake District. The highlight of our whole trip to the UK was the visit to Ashton Hall, the house that my ancestor had lived in before moving to America in the 1700s. Considering you managed to locate the Hall and organise a personal visit from the tiniest scrap of information I’d mentioned in passing – you definitely went above and beyond and I can’t thank you enough.

We spent a wonderful winter weekend touring North Wales last January with North Wales Guided Tours. My wife, 2 children and I travelled by train from London and Chris was waiting for us at Chester Train station for the journey into Wales and our luxury 5 Star Hotel. We then spent 2 days great days getting to know North Wales with Chris. Such a beautiful place – even in winter. As soon as we got back home to London, the guidebooks were out planning for our next visit in the summer.

During our travels around Europe over the last few years, we’ve been fortunate enough to stay in top end Hotels and get guide recommendations from the Concierges. The guides invariably mirror you: worldly, passionate and steeped in regional history. We so much enjoyed our time with you, including our compressed history lesson on Wales. Now I can go home and read more about your wonderful country.

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North Wales from Liverpool

Minimum age: Travelers need to be at least 5 years-old

24-hour cancellation policy 

City centre pick-up

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Enjoy the spectacular landscape of North Wales, exploring the views of the Snowdonia National Park, the historic coastal town of Conwy, visit the picturesque village of Betws-y-Coed and enjoy a ride on a heritage railway in Snowdonia National Park (March-November).

Summer 2024

1st March 2024 - 30th November 2024

Full day 08:30 - 18:30

Activity Level

This tour is a guided scenic mini-coach tour, but there are times when you will have the option to walk up to a few hundred metres to take in a view or point of interest.

16 passengers Maximum

• Transport in a 16-Seater Mercedes Minibus;
• Live Commentary.
• Knowledgeable & friendly driver-guide
• Entrance to the National Slate Museum 
• Narrow Gauge Railway Ride (Please note the train ride is included March – November)

Main Departure point

World Museum on William Brown Street

How to find us

Pickup Service

Pick up is at 08:30 from outside the World Museum on William Brown Street, Liverpool, L1 8EN. Please arrive 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

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Tour Itinerary

Leave the hustle and bustle of Liverpool behind and explore North Wales for the day. With a drive through stunning landscapes and picturesque villages, you’ll see the beauty of North Wales in all its splendour.

We’ll stop in the historic town of Conwy, here you’ll see the magnificent 13 th century Castle that stands tall above the town. You’ll have time to explore and take in the sights and attractions that make the coastal town such a popular visitor destination.

After a roam around the town, we’ll head off to explore the incredible Snowdonia National Park, stopping at different points they’ll be plenty of opportunities for photo stops and for you to really enjoy this beautiful national park.

Heading to the National Slate Museum we’ll discover the fascinating history and heritage of the country; the Victorian workshop was built at the base of the Snowdonia Mountain also known as Eryi. Afterwards we’ll head to the Llanberis Lake Railway, where you can sit and relax and enjoy the views along Lake Pardarn in the heart of Snowdonia. (Please note the train ride is only included during March-November).

We then head to the charming Welsh village of Betws-y-Coed situated in the heart of the National Park. The village, which was once a place for pilgrims, became a hub for artist and authors who took inspiration form the scenery and landscapes that surround it. It’s a wonderful stop on the tour and a great place for some free time to explore.

We’ll then be heading back towards Liverpool and back to reality after a day of discovering this incredible part of the world.

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Cancellation Policy

You may cancel 24 hours prior to departure & receive a full refund. After 24 hours no refund will be issued.

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Visit the picturesque village of Betws-y-coed

Drive through the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park

Enjoy a ride along a heritage railway

Explore the coastal town of Conwy

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Conwy 
• Betws-y-coed 
• Heritage railway ride

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Activity level: You will have the option to walk up to a few hundred metres to take in a view or point of interest.
• Plenty of stops for photos, toliet breaks and refreshments. 
• All passengers must have their own seat
• We ask all passengers to arrive on time, as we will leave promptly at the displayed time.
• Attractions included. 
• On board commentary in English 
• Transport in 16-Seater. 
• Knowledgeable driver guides 
• Food and drink 
• No dogs 
• Entrances unless specified 

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Taste of North Wales - 8 Hour Private Tour from Conwy or Llandudno Area

• Private transportation
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Bottled water
• Complimentary Ordnance Survey Touring Map in full colour
• Entrance fees to any attractions
• Refreshments
• Lunch or Snacks
• Entry/Admission - Swallow Falls
• All our tours operate on a private basis and we pick up from all accommodation in the Llandudno and Conwy town areas. Supplements may apply for pick up from other areas.
• Border Force, West View, 1 Turkey Shore Rd, Holyhead LL65 2DF, UK
• Cruise Liverpool, Cruise Terminal, Gate, 2 Princes Parade, Liverpool L3 1DL, UK
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• Most travelers can participate
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
• Caernarfon Castle
• Llandudno Pier
• Llanfairpwll Railway Station
• You'll get picked up See departure details
• 1 Conwy Stop: 45 minutes See details
• 2 Llanfairpwll Railway Station Stop: 15 minutes See details
• 3 Menai Suspension Bridge Stop: 10 minutes See details
• 4 Caernarfon Castle Stop: 30 minutes See details
• 5 Llanberis Stop: 15 minutes See details
• 6 Llanberis Slate Quarry Stop: 20 minutes See details
• 7 Nant Gwynant Stop: 15 minutes See details
• 8 Capel Curig Stop: 5 minutes See details
• 9 Swallow Falls Stop: 30 minutes - Admission excluded See details
• 10 Betws-y-Coed Stop: 30 minutes See details

• KarynV_75 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles The most amazing trip ever with Boutique Tours! John was an amazing tour guide and human being! My mother and I traveled to Liverpool from London, and John was able to manage picking us up from our hotel which we were very thankful for. We learned the day prior that our Snowden railway train tour had been canceled due to high winds, but John was on the ball with a different train tour which was lovely! We saw all the beautiful sites that Northern Wales had to offer and were very appreciative of John to have told us about it and shown us around whilst telling us marvelous tales! He stopped at multiple sites that others don't always get to see. We were shown sites to take wonderful pictures and so happy with how they all turned out! The can was also incredibly comfortable and spacious. He also provided water which was an absolute savior. Book a tour or tours with John and Boutique Tours. It'll be the best decision you make in Wales!!!! Read more Written April 7, 2024
• Roam49019022164 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles 10 days in Wales. 10 days in Wales. There is so much to see and do...castles, beautiful vistas down very narrow roads and lots of sheep!! We were in the capable hands of John, our guide, who knows all sorts of facts, stories and antedotes. Well worth doing! Read more Written November 27, 2023
• Bonsw 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Ten glorious days in Wales What a wonderful 10 day excursion in Wales. We had the most amazing experience from the mountains in Snowdonia to the coastlines. John was able to secure wonderful restaurants and access to fascinating historical sites. It is obvious that John is passionate about the Welsh history and culture. We are now huge fans as well. It is unlikely we would have explored under ground coal mines, Red Kite sitings and the seaside vistas on backroads without this specialized tour. I highly recommend this tour. Grab the time while you can. Read more Written November 10, 2023
• lynaer946 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wild Wales This was our third trip to Wales and second tour with John. We had such a wonderful time enjoying the scenery through rural imagery on backroads to crashing waves on the ragged cliffs off Anglesey Island. He is great with his information on historic sites and really adapts to our interests as the day progresses. I just can't imagine knowing Wales without John's knowledge, experiences and care. We truly love Wales more every visit we make. Diolch John! Read more Written October 25, 2023
• gjones8751 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wales tour John was great. Main reason for tour was to find my Great grandparents homes. We found both. My grandfather’s largely dur to info John had found. An old Platte map John found was extremely helpful. I had emailed him some info I had from a previous visit of my family in 1982. Read more Written October 8, 2023
• soniamistry 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful day in Northern Wales! My sister booked a private day tour for our family (5 adults) as part of a cruise stop in Holyhead, including a visit to Portmeirion and Snowdonia. We found John, our tour guide, very easily and he whisked us away on a delightful day-long adventure, showing us and telling us the sorts of things that you only get from a local. Indeed, everywhere we went, he was recognized and greeted by local workers and other tour guides! We definitely felt like we were getting a much more enriching experience than we would on a big bus tour, seeing things we wouldn't be able to see, driving down roads a bus couldn't. And I'm sure wrangling a small party of people is much easier than a bus-load so we had extra time to make impromptu visits and unplanned stops. We returned to Holyhead with plenty of time left before our ship was scheduled to depart. Would absolutely recommend booking a tour through Boutique Tours. Read more Written September 23, 2023
• kathyg379 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Caernarfon Castle & Snowdonia - 10 Stars! I just wish that TripAdvisor would allow for 10 stars. This was the highlight of our 16 day trip in the British Isles and Wales is as breathtakingly beautiful as you see in all the pictures on the Boutique Tours website. John is so knowledgeable about the area and about the Caernarfon Castle, which has an amazing history. The van is custom made and very comfortable for six passengers. Because it is a van and not a huge tour bus, John was able to take us places that very few people would ever get to see. If you have the opportunity to take this tour, don't hesitate. It is well worth every penny and we thought was an excellent value compared to Viking Cruise Lines excursions offered to us. Read more Written September 19, 2023
• cmakara2 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Excellent tour of Wales! Our tour was the most exceptional trip we have ever had! John, our tour guide, was so knowledgeable on the history of Wales, current happenings, and threw in a lot of his personal experiences of the country. Especially accommodating every step of the way. When we saw a boat tour and told him how nice that would be, he made it all happen while we were at lunch! When one of our party was sick and stayed in his room one day, John very willingly drove extra to circle back and pick him up so he could join his family for dinner. This was such an amazing tour, we would gladly return again to have Boutique Tours of Wales show us around more of Wales. Read more Written September 15, 2023
• bonniebackes13 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful experience! Our group could not have enjoyed the tour more! John was a wonderful guide. Very proud of his homeland and it showed in his enthusiasm to show us beautiful Wales. The tour was perfect and covered everything from lovely towns to hidden places with lovely stops for lunch and treats! It was a highlight of our trip and left us with many fond memories! We will not hesitate to recommend John to family and friends! Read more Written September 12, 2023
• rlhavel 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Beautiful borderlands! We truly enjoyed spending the day with John as our guide through the borderlands. He was very knowledgeable and gave us a great overview of the history of the area. We were able to reach places we never could have seen on a bus tour. The landscape is so beautiful. We appreciated his stories and personality as well! Read more Written September 9, 2023
• Anaco_Angler 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles The best of Wales: natural beauty and riveting history, presented by an outstanding guide If you want to see the natural beauty of Wales with a small group, and you want to access those areas where the big your buses can’t go, there’s only one choice: book Boutique Tours Wales with John. He uses his local knowledge to bring you to the best views of the exquisite natural scenery of Wales, going down narrow roads and up twisting road climbs. We never encountered another tour group from our cruise ship. And John has a wealth of detail, bringing alive castles and cathedrals. On top of that he knows the best places for lunch, where the food and the views are superb. Thank you, John, for two memorable days of touring Wales. Read more Written September 8, 2023
• Sucie04 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Wonderful Cruise Excursion When you book a cruise excursion months ahead and based on reviews only, you wonder if it will compare to what you read. You will not be disappointed. John is an excellent tour guide. He is very knowledgeable about the history of Wales and so really enriched our tour of Caernarfon castle. During all our tour he had information to give us that enhanced what we were seeing and taught us so much about Wales and life there. The places we visited were not those you would see on a bus tour but ones that gave you a much more intimate vision of what Wales is really like, We were so lucky to have John as a our guide to introduce us to the beauty of Wales and the Welch people. Read more Written September 5, 2023
• Laura N 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Exceeded Expectations! Our 2 day tour of North Wales with John was the highlight of our 2 weeks in Great Britain. His thorough planning, attention to detail, and knowledge of North Wales created an amazing family history tour. From finding homes and churches in little villages, to amazing scenic drives, to the best food on our trip - John didn't miss a thing! He not only showed us places, but helped us to understand what life would have been like for my ancestors. Truly a special trip! Thank you for creating such incredible memories! Read more Written July 26, 2023
• X4868JTtinah 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Exceeded Our Expectations! The entire tour was stellar. John helped us plan the perfect trip - it included all the sights and experiences that we were most interested in. We were stunned how knowledgeable John is on such a wide array of topics. We learned so much! When the weather began to get a bit wet and cloudy, he adjusted our route so we could make the best of the sights we could actually see. We are all seasoned travelers and we all agree that we've never had a tour quite like it. Other reviewers have noted it, but his pride in Wales sets this trip apart. Read more Written June 27, 2023
• lisatN5085HI 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Best private tour! John was an excellent tour guide. He was very knowledgeable on the history of the areas we toured. He was friendly and easy to work with. He gave excellent suggestions for what to see, where to stay and where to eat. I would highly recommend John.! Read more Written June 19, 2023

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Taste of North Wales - 8 Hour Private Tour from Conwy or Llandudno Area provided by Boutique Tours Of North Wales

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Professionally trained tour guide, spacious executive touring vehicles, private tours of north wales, explore, discover and experience the very best of northern wales with our multi day tour options..

Tailor-made Custom Designed Tours

The beauty about our multi touring day options is you can select the touring days that suit what you want to do and see, plus each of our touring days cover different regions, so you get to see and do more!

The flexibility of our unique multi day tour options is that you can custom design the perfect private tour experience exactly to your liking with the duration and also where you want to visit and take your tour across the relevant number of days.

Best of all, we have the perfect fit for your visit!  So if you have two or six days – we have the very best touring days to offer to help you make the most of your visit!

We offer some amazing private tour experiences and you’ll get to see and discover so much more of our beautiful region of Wales.

Our tour combinations can work from one base or you might like to consider a two centre tour.

For the ultimate tour of Northern Wales, across six days, you’ll get to discover the beauty of the Snowdonia National Park, the scenic and hidden gems of the Conwy Valley along with three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty with  The Llŷn Peninsula, the Isle of Anglesey and the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley

There’s just so much to see and do in Northern Wales!

Stop in a quintessential Welsh village inn and capture the real beauty of Wales, stopping overnight on the edge of a glacial lake. We have some great places to stay.  Explore the stunning coastline and ocean views from panoramic clifftops,  to visiting a beach bar that’s rated in the top 10 in the world!  Iechyd Da !

Northern Wales boasts so many interesting areas to visit and each of our touring days is packed full with a variety of interesting content, attractions and scenery. We’ll take you places where the tour buses can’t reach and that you would never find or get to see on your own.

During your tour with us, we’ll introduce you to the wealth of history, along with the unique culture and the most amazing scenery.

Best of all, all our private tours are custom designed with exclusive pick up from the front door of where you are staying.

Take a look at our amazing choice of touring days, where you can mix and match whatever suits you. 

Whatever your requirements are, we believe it’s your tour and we will help you to ‘ make the most of your visit ’ with your very own private Boutique Tour of Wales!

You’ll just love where we take you!

MULTI DAY TOUR OPTIONS

It’s your tour – choose the touring days that suit you, tours of north wales, the snowdonia (eryri) national park, the scenic and historic borderlands of north east wales, the isle of anglesey, the llyn peninsula and the scenic conwy valley area..

Make the most of your visit and tour to our beautiful region, with up to 6 full days of touring!

Each day comprises of suggested and varied tour options to help you create interesting and fulfilling touring days.

With our Multi Day tour options, you can choose the touring days that suit you.

From our accommodation listing choose to stay in one location for the whole duration, or opt for a two centre tour. Just let us know where you are choosing to book in and stay.

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Historic and Scenic Borderlands Tour

Discover Snowdonia (Eryri) Tour

The best of the Snowdonia (Eryri) National Park capturing lakes and mountains, visiting Welsh riverside villages.

Southern Snowdonia Touring Day

Snowdonia (Eryri) is a land of myth and legends, from the true Welsh Princes, to dragons, giants and King Arthur.

Scenic Conwy Valley Tour

Isle of Anglesey Tour

As the fifth largest island off the coast of Great Britain, the Isle of Anglesey provides a treasure trove of stunning historic and cultural sites to visit on this full day island tour.

Llŷn Peninsula Tour

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NORTH WALES

Castles, coasts,   gardens & legends.

Perched on a rocky fringe in Western Europe, welcome to the undiscovered lands of North Wales – one of the most beautiful and interesting places in Britain. Medieval castles, soaring mountains and stunning coastlines await you across the English border when you journey into North Wales.

You will receive a warm welcome in North Wales, the land of the Celts, where you swap ‘good morning’ for ‘bore da’, stories for legends & history for awe & amazement!

There is plenty to do and see – standout highlights include a climb to the summit of Snowdon, quaint harbour towns like Conwy and the Laburnum arch at Bodnant Garden – be sure to visit also visit in Spring when the gardens are in full bloom.

HIDDEN GEMS OF NORTH WALES

Why not venture to the quieter parts of North Wales and discover some of its hidden secrets? The Clywdian Hills, a less visited  alternative to the Snowdonia National Park, are a sight to behold in the Autumn, clothed in blooming purple heather.

In the beautiful town of Llangollen, board a train for a scenic journey or take a trip on a narrow boat over “The Stream in the Sky” when you traverse the stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.

For a scenic car ride with your personal tour guide, take the meandering road from Chirk through the Ceiriog valley to Llanarmnon where you will find a pub for a cosy lunch!

WELSH SLATE MINING HERITAGE

Head inland from the busy harbour town of Porthmadog aboard the historic Ffestiniog Railway.

Enter the Welsh mountains and get off at Blaenau Ffestiniog to explore the Llechwedd Slate Caverns, which tell the living history of Welsh slate mining throughout the 1800s via a Deep Mine Tour, an exciting ‘Quarry Explorer’ off-road adventure and hands-on slate workshops.

There are many sites that surprise you in North Wales – we can find the best for you and create a perfect private tour experience.

STUNNING NORTH WALES COASTLINE

If you like to kick out and stroll along cliff top paths or just stretch out and slumber on the beach then North Wales is the ticket for you!

The Isle of Anglesey has got the lot. Its coastline is as varied as it is spectacular! Anglesey is an historic island full of character and a place that inspires and appeals to all the senses.

Discover beautiful beaches, cliffs, tiny fishing villages and some of the most famous landmarks in Wales… Stunning beaches like Criccieth and Newborough await you along the North Wales coastline!

The Wales Coastal Path is an absolute must if you like long distance walks. The stretches of the coastal path along Anglesey’s East coast are a real treat and you will discover the copper kingdom at Amlwch to boot!

SNOWDONIA NATIONAL PARK

Climb to the summit of Mount Snowdon for stunning panoramic views across the wide landscapes of the Snowdonia National Park on a clear day. For a more leisurely ascent take the scenic Snowdon Mountain Railway to the 1,085m summit.

If you want to avoid the crowds there are plenty of other low and high level walks in the Snowdonia National Park – let one of our qualified tour guides help you navigate this captivating landscape and bring the mountain stories to life!

MEDIEVAL COASTAL FORTRESSES

You will step back in time when you visit the medieval castles dotted along the North Wales coastline: Conwy, Caernarfon, Beaumaris and Harlech are all stunning examples.

Explore by letting one of our local tour guides bring their stories to life for you with tales of intrigue, violence and quite a bit of romance!

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The epic landscapes of North Wales are alive with action, and a rich, distinctive culture. Find World Heritage, one of Europe’s oldest living languages, and the UK’s best adventure. Within the region of North Wales you'll find Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd, Wrexham and Ynys Môn (the Isle of Anglesey).

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Adrenaline-pumping adventure in North Wales

Enjoy a two day mountain biking and zip-lining adventure in Blaenau Ffestiniog.

Bus and train adventures on the Wales Coast Path

Vivienne Crow explores stretches of the Wales Coast Path around Cardigan Bay on foot, bus and train.

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Get active in Eryri (Snowdonia)!

Try something new or enjoy your favourite activity in the amazing setting of Eryri (Snowdonia).

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Be surprised by bustling Llangollen

Be surprised by what this small riverside town has to offer the inquisitive traveller.

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Spotlight on Portmeirion

Discover Portmeirion - a much-loved private village with dreamy Italianate architecture and lovely views.

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Island dreams: ten of our Anglesey favourites

For a small island, Anglesey packs in a heck of a lot. Here are ten favourites to get you started.

Let North East Wales inspire your next adventure!

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Walking, exploring and enjoying the Llŷn Peninsula

Dylan Jones, from Shoot From The Trip, shares his favourite Llŷn Peninsula spots.

Discover the inclusive attractions of North Wales

Explore North Wales' best accessible holiday attractions, from heritage sites to the great outdoors.

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Explore accessible places to stay in North Wales

A great range of welcoming, accessible accommodation in North Wales.

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Six quirky things we learned on the water at plas menai.

Jeremy Head and his family spend an exciting day at the Plas Menai National Outdoor Centre.

Family-friendly cafés and walks in North Wales

Gwen Saunders Collins shares her favourite family-friendly walks in North Wales.

The best of Bethesda, by 9Bach’s Lisa Jên Brown

Singer, songwriter and actress Lisa Jên Brown shares why her hometown, Bethesda, is so special.

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Husky dog sled adventures in North Wales

Experience the exhilarating thrill of a husky sled dog ride or husky hike in North Wales.

Enjoy North Wales' west coast by train

Experience the highlights of The Coastal Way along the incredibly scenic Cambrian Coast Railway.

A fun family break in and around Barmouth

Find out why the Gwynedd coast is the perfect place for a memorable family break.

Llandudno  & Colwyn Bay

Exploring coastlines, castles and communities near criccieth.

Criccieth is the perfect base for exploring the ancient ruins and pristine beaches of the Llŷn Peninsula.

A local's guide to exploring Tywyn

Author Manon Steffan Ros shares her favourite places to eat and visit around Tywyn and Bro Dysynni.

Exploring the North Wales coast by train

Our handy guide to exploring the wonders of the North Wales coast and Anglesey by train.

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Enjoy a trip to the North Wales coast

Llandudno and Colwyn Bay are the perfect places for exploring beaches, nature, castles and more!

Deganwy mixes the modern with Victorian restoration

A mix of modern and historical, Deganwy sits on the shores of the Conwy Estuary. Discover things to do in this lovely area.

Explore Llandudno - follow the White Rabbit!

Follow the Alice in Wonderland Trails around Llandudno to see the places that inspired Lewis Carroll.

Seaside holidays on the North Wales coast

Planning a beach holiday? Check out these brilliant North Wales seaside spots.

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Take on the world’s fastest zip line - check out the Zip World sites in stunning Eryri.

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Go on a Cardiff Castle Tour

One of the city’s biggest draws is Cardiff Castle, a mixture of Roman, Norman and Victorian architecture strewn around the central green. It offers a fantastic insight into the history of Cardiff as for centuries it was the home of the Butes, the family who transformed Cardiff from a small town into the biggest coal port in the world.

Walk down to the Cardiff Bay

Enjoy a walk along the old Cardiff docklands, now known as Cardiff Bay, a vibrant waterfront filled with restaurants, boutiques and boats. You can go sailing on the large freshwater lake, enjoy a night of opera at the Wales Millennium Centre, and indulge in exceptional dining along Mermaid Quay.

Learn about Celtic culture

A trip to Wales offers the chance to dive into Celtic culture with our Local Specialists. They’ll show you the way of the Celts through food, music and humor, with traditional Welsh dinners and an evening of Welsh music performed by magical harpists and the finest local singers.

Hike in the Welsh mountain region of Snowdonia

Hiking in Wales is one of the best ways to get immersed in the country’s mountains, and Snowdonia National Park offers a grand introduction. Sprawling across northern Wales to the rugged coastline, you can find the highest peak in Wales, along with an excellent network of trails to guide your exploration.

Stroll through the Cardiff Central Market

Discover a range of local Welsh cuisine, vintage clothing and seasonal produce at Cardiff Central Market, a historic Victorian building that has been the site of a farmer’s market since the 18th century. You never know what treasures you’ll find as you wander the stores under the market’s glass roof.

Our top 5 things to do in Wales

When you’re not trekking through the mountains and exploring the most beautiful places in Wales, retreat to the city where you’ll find historic castles, old-fashioned markets and a compelling culture. Here are just a few of the ways we'll unlock the magic of Wales for you on your trip.

National Museum

Set in Cardiff’s civic center, the National Museum is home to a variety of national collections and touring exhibitions of geology and natural history. It also houses one of Europe’s best art collections, with paintings, drawings, sculptures and ceramics from Wales and the world, and one of the finest collections of Impressionist art.

St Fagans National Museum of History

Located on the grounds of St Fagans Castle in Cardiff, St Fagans National Museum of History is one of the world’s best open-air museums. Along with St Fagans Castle, a 16th-century manor house, you’ll find a collection of more than 50 original buildings from different historical periods that have been rebuilt on the 100-acre parkland.

Swansea Museum

Built in 1841, Swansea Museum is the oldest museum in Wales. It’s home to a fantastic collection of historical objects from the pasts of Swansea and the world. You’ll find six galleries with everything from a Welsh Kitchen to the tomb of an Egyptian mummy.

Best museums in Wales

Wales is home to some of Europe’s best historical and cultural collections and our Wales tours take it all in, from an open-air museum in a 16th-century castle, to an Egyptian mummy’s tomb.

Welsh rarebit

A traditional Welsh dish hailing from the 18th century, Welsh rarebit is a delicious take on the classic toasted cheese sandwich. It’s made from creamy sauce of Welsh cheese, ale or milk, and mustard or spices, poured hot over slices of toasted bread.

Glamorgan sausage

Named after the county of Glamorgan in Wales, Glamorgan sausage is a Welsh vegetarian sausage. Traditionally made with Caerphilly cheese, leek and coated in breadcrumbs, the sausages are fried until crispy. The dish became popular in the Second World War when meat was scarce, and is now a national specialty.

Also known as ‘speckled bread’, Bara Brith is a rich fruit cake, originally made as a yeasted bread. Spread with salted butter or drizzled with warm honey, this traditional Welsh dish is a tea-time favorite.

Best food in Wales

From cheesy toast and spiced fruit cake, to vegetarian sausages and hearty meats, we'll show you how Welsh cuisine turns simple ingredients into memorable meals.

What to pack for Wales

Waterproof coat

A waterproof coat is an essential item in Wales - there are showers all year round and Cardiff is one of the wettest cities in Europe.

Hiking boots

The mountains of Wales are best explored on foot, and you’ll need a comfortable pair of hiking boots to explore the trails. Make sure you break in your boots before your trip to Wales.

From the historic buildings like Cardiff Castle to the giant mountains of Snowdonia, you’ll want to capture every exquisite moment.

An adaptor plug

Voltage in Wales is 230V and the sockets are of Type G, with standard British 3-pin plugs.

Sunglasses are great to have all year round, to protect from the sunny days in summer and the low angle of the sun in winter.

Pack for sustainable travel

Consider your environmental impact when you next take a trip and go single-use-plastic-free by packing a reusable water bottle, a steel straw, your own shopping bags and refillable toiletry bottles.

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Find the right tour for you through Wales. We've got 17 adventures going to Wales, starting from just 3 days in length, and the longest tour is 12 days. The most popular month to go is September, which has the largest number of tour departures.

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Discover Wales 5-Day Small-Group Tour from London

It was beautiful and our tour leader Jack was very informative, telling many stories along the way. I would perhaps just add a couple of more beauty stops on day 1 to take photos ( maybe skip one of the dams). Accommodation was excellent. Certainly a full on tour

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Welsh Wanderer - 5 days

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Welsh Wanderer (Hotel) - 5 days

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The Wonders of Wales

• €150 deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

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3-Day Mountains & Coasts of South Wales Small-Group Tour from Bristol

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Wales 14 Peaks Hiking Experience

Great knowledgeable tour guide and an especially talented driver. Both teamed up to work around unpredictable weather. Almost every stop on our tour was a highlight. Outstanding accommodations too!

Hiking in Snowdonia

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Winter Wellness Wales

Black Mountains and Wye Valley Walking

• 10% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

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Neil was an excellent tour director/driver. His local knowledge as we passed thru villages was very helpful in understanding how Wales 'works'. I liked the late start in the mornings-9a.m., and the fact that we stayed for 2 nights in 2 locations. I would have liked the opportunity to walk in Snowdoniia

Excellent tour - great guide , driver and nice group of people on the tour.

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Snowdonia, North Wales & Chester 3 day tour

Let the Welsh wonders take your breath away on this tour through national parks, castles, and coastal towns.

Tour Highlights

Conwy Castle - Set near an impressive pair of bridges, this brilliantly preserved 13th-century fortress is a visual treat.

Llanberis Slate Mine* - This museum stands as testament to the people who worked in the mines of Elidir mountain.

Llandudno - Stroll along the longest pier in Wales and soak up the atmosphere of the seaside resort that oozes Victorian charm.

Snowdonia National Park - Discover the jagged peaks of Wales’ premier national park.

Portmeirion - The Italian Riviera meets North Wales in this spectacular village, home of the cult TV series The Prisoner.

Harlech Castle - UNESCO described this castle as one of "the finest examples of late 13th-century military architecture in Europe".

Chester - This ancient border city is a fascinating collection of Roman, Medieval, Tudor and modern city planning.

Your journey  

There’s an old Welsh saying; “the best shortage is a shortage of words”.

And we can understand why.

Because when you travel through Snowdonia, the beautiful mountains leave you speechless. The Welsh castles’ battle-torn passageways are simply indescribable. And a lot of the destinations are as unpronounceable as they’re unbelievable.

So, on this trip, we let you discover the elusive beauty of Wales .

You venture through the inexpressibly beautiful valleys of a famous national park; discover a town designed like an Italian village; and learn about Chester, an English town first settled by the Romans.

Let the sights speak for themselves and join our tour of North Wales and Chester.

Tour Details

Students, seniors over 60, and children between 5 and 15 (unfortunately, we don't carry children under 5 years old).

• Pack your waterproof clothing and walking shoes
• Some attraction tickets can be purchased in advance when you book your tour. You’ll have the option to add at check-out. Other attractions will not be available to book beforehand, instead you can purchase those while on tour.
• Transportation by a 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach
• Air conditioning as standard
• The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
• Tour accommodation
• Attraction entry tickets
• Savour the seaside life in the castle-crested town of Conwy
• Discover the rugged natural beauty of the Isle of Anglesey

You leave Manchester and head straight for the border of Wales.

Your first stop of the day is Conwy. This little town deserves to win awards for most picture-perfect harbour town. There’s a castle perched by the sea, the ‘world’s smallest house’, and lots of little restaurants boasting the best fish and chips.

After you’ve soaked up the sea air, you cross the world’s first modern day suspension bridge across the Menai Straits and onto Anglesey Island. Prior to its construction, cattle farmers would have to persuade their herd to swim across the Menai Straits on their way to market. We head for the most westerly point of North Wales to marvel at the South Stack Lighthouse, sea cliffs, and nature reserve.

But that’s not all. You stop in the lovely seaside town of Beaumaris, and also visit the town of Llanfairpwllgwyngyll for a quick photo stop.

Then you travel back over the bridge and along the coastline to Llandudno, your overnight stop.

• Capture the medieval spirit of Harlech Castle
• Wind through mountains and mines in the Snowdonia National Park
• Feel like you’re in the Mediterranean in one of Britain’s most idiosyncratic towns, Portmeirion

This morning when you head off, your first stop is to Betws-y-Coed. This beautiful little village is known as the gateway to Snowdonia National Park.

Next, sit back and watch Snowdonia’s mountains fly by as you continue onto Harlech Castle. This is one of our favourite castles in the whole of the UK. It boasts epic sea views and an amazingly war-torn history that involves a lot of dynamite.

You then venture to one of the most charming and unique villages in Wales, Portmeirion. This town is the brainchild of Welsh architect Clough Williams-Ellis. He wanted to demonstrate how a naturally beautiful location could be developed without spoiling it. The result is a stunning piece of the Mediterranean transported into North Wales. You have free time here to explore and grab a bite to eat.

You head back to Llandudno for the evening.

• Discover fascinating history at the Llanberis Slate Museum*
• Wander through the fine, historic alleyways of Chester

After breakfast, your first stop is to the Llanberis Slate Museum*. The history of the second largest slate mine on the planet will stay in your memory for a long time.

For your lunch stop today, we head to Llangollen. Situated along the River Dee, this little town will steal your heart.

Next you’re off to one of England’s most historic towns, Chester. There’s a lot to do here, but we’d advise you just head to the Cathedral, you could spend a whole week in this fine building and not get bored.

You arrive back in Manchester in the early evening.

Attractions

Tour Attractions

You are able to pre-purchase entrance tickets to the following attractions at the time of booking:

• Conwy Castle
• Harlech Castle

Other attractions may be booked and paid locally during the tour.

Accommodation

Where does this tour stay overnight.

You stay two nights in the historic market town of Llandudno.

How can I book accommodation?

Accommodation is not included in the price of your tour. To book accommodation, there are two options: either Rabbie’s Tours can book it for you, or you can book your own. For information on how to do this, please see the ‘Accommodation’ tab on FAQ page HERE .

Alternatively, please email us your questions at [email protected] or call us on +44(0)131 226 3133.

Information you can find on the FAQ page, under the ‘Accommodation’ tab : types of accommodation, room types, the booking process, getting to and from your accommodation, and cancellation terms.

How much will the accommodation cost?

We book accommodation with third-party providers on your behalf and each property sets their own rates. Rates vary considerably depending on the accommodation standard, facilities, location, and local demand. We therefore can’t tell you exactly how much your accommodation will cost until your request has been allocated to a specific property.

As a guide, you can expect to pay the following prices,  per person per night :

NOTE: Prices quoted are for guidance only and may be higher on some occasions, especially for last-minute bookings and when demand is high (E.g. peak season, weekends, holidays, special events etc)

Breakfast will be included unless otherwise noted. The type of breakfast provided will vary from place to place so you may receive either a full cooked breakfast, a continental style breakfast (E.g., toast, fruit, cereal), or a packed breakfast bag or tray (E.g., porridge pot, fruit, granola bar).

Do you offer hotel pickups in the departure cities?

The UK and Ireland's historic city centres are full of narrow streets and winding roads. So, to speed up your departure, we only pick up from our central meeting points. What's more is leaving the city using the most direct route also reduces the carbon footprint of our tours.

Is there parking close to the departure point?

We don't recommend bringing your car into the centre of our departure cities. It can be hard to find parking, and there are excellent public transportation services.

When should I get to the departure point?

Arrive 15 minutes before your departure time. Due to waiting restrictions, we can't wait for you if you're late.

What happens if I'm late or miss the tour?

If you're late for your tour, our cancellation policy applies. 100% charges are applicable, and you will not be entitled to a refund or alternative.

What are your cancellation policies?

For one-day tours: You'll receive a full refund if you cancel 24 hours or more before the tour departure

For tours of between two and nine days: You'll receive a 90% refund if you cancel 15 or more days before the tour departure

For tours of 10 or more days: You'll receive a 90% refund if you cancel 21 or more days before the tour departure

For all European packaged tours: You'll receive a 90% refund if you cancel 42 days before the tour departure.

If you cancel inside these notice periods, full charges will apply and no refunds will be issued.

To cancel your booking, email [email protected] as soon as possible. The effective date of cancellation will be the date we receive written confirmation from you.

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Can Itineraries change?

Your tour will always follow the itinerary as closely as possible. Your driver-guide will keep you up to date on the road, and we'll try to get in touch about any large changes prior to your departure.

Can I pre-book a specific seat?

Due to logistical reasons, we're unable to let you pre-book a seat on the bus. But our comfortable 16-seat mini-coaches have huge windows. So, you'll always get a good view.

Are there toilets on the bus?

Unfortunately, we have no on-board toilet facilities, but you'll have regular comfort breaks.

How do you cater for people with accessibility needs?

We aim to accommodate everyone. To read more information on how we do this, click here to go to our accessibility guide.

Do you take children on your tours?

We regret we don't carry children under the age of five on our scheduled tours.

You can ask us about the tours we recommend for younger children. And if your child is less than 1.35m tall, you should let us know, so we can provide them with a suitable booster seat.

How much time do I get off the bus?

We want you to enjoy Britain and Ireland. And we believe the best way to do this is to get you off the mini-coach and out exploring. So, we give you plenty of time to take photos, go walking, and explore ancient ruins.

Why do you exclude visitor attractions?

We exclude visitor attractions in your tour price because it lets you travel your way. It means you can pamper yourself with a luxury lunch or skip an attraction whenever you feel like it.

Do we need to bring our own lunch?

You don't need to. We stop in small towns, villages, and rural eateries where you can choose whatever meal pleases both your taste buds and your budget.

Should I tip the driver-guide?

Let's be honest, our driver-guides would never refuse a cheeky bonus. But it's up to you, and the amount is entirely at your discretion.

What about travel insurance?

We advise you take out travel insurance.

What is ABTOT?

You're protected by ABTOT when you chose to let us reserve your accommodation on a multi-day tour. This means you can claim back anything you've paid us if we become bankrupt. Read our terms and conditions for more information.

I have more questions, who can help me?

If you have any more questions, call us on +44(0)131 226 3133, email [email protected] , or check out our full FAQs .

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Wales Day Tour from Liverpool

Our Wales day tour from Liverpool is the perfect way to discover the incredible countryside, towns and villages of Northern Wales. Highlights of the trip including visiting Conwy, Snowdonia National Park and the town of Betws-Y-Coed. You’ll get to see some of the most spectacular parts of Wales and soak up the atmosphere of one of the most dramatic places in the United Kingdom! Travel from Liverpool to Wales is a small group with a maximum of 16 passengers which includes a professional tour guide and driver. This Wales day tour is available every day departing from Central Liverpool.

Liverpool to Wales – itinerary

• Depart Central Liverpool at 08:45 am in a 16-seater minibus on this one day tour from Liverpool to Wales
• You’ll begin with a drive along the coastal road, with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean to your right and the Welsh countryside to your left
• First stop is Llandudno, a pretty seaside town in North Wales. Ascend the Great Orme, the enormous headland high up next to the town. From here, you’ll see panoramic views across the bay and into the Welsh countryside.
• Visit St Tudno Church. Built all the way back in the 12th Century in memory of St Tudno by the son of the legendary King Seithenyn, you’ll get to enter the church and see its striking blue window and stigmata.

Conwy Castle

• Visit Conwy Castle (entrance fee not included), which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Over 700 years old, it is one of the most impressive castles in Europe. Highlights include its eight enormous towers, two fortified gateways and the castles amazing interiors including the Great Hall and King’s apartments. You can also see breathtaking views of Conwy from the top of the castle.
• Leaving Conwy, drive into Snowdonia National Park, winding along the narrow and twisty country roads that only locals know about! You’ll get a real feel for the incredible beauty of the Welsh countryside, passing waterfalls, rapids, mountains and rivers along the way. We’ll stop at some of the best viewpoints in the area and enjoy sweeping views of the rugged landscape.
• Visit Betws-Y-Coed, which is known as the “capital” of North Wales. This pretty Welsh village is a great place to have lunch, with many cafés, bistros, restaurants and pubs in the area. The village also has lots of small independent shops and local homemade goods and is an interesting place to walk around.
• Pass through Llangollen, famous for its steam railway that still runs today. See the Pontcysyllte Canal Aqueduct, the highest aqueduct in the world and an astonishing piece of engineering!
• We end this Wales day tour from Liverpool by driving back through the pretty Welsh countryside.
• Arrive back in Liverpool around 6pm.

The tour starts at 08:45 from outside the World Museum, William Brown Street, Liverpool (Postcode L3 8EN)

Tour includes:

• Transportation in a 16 seater minibus
• A professional guide and driver

Tour excludes:

• Entrance fees (Ticket to Conwy Castle costs around £10 per person)
• Food, drink
• Gratuities (optional)

Free cancellation:   Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

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North Wales is a region that is well known for its gorgeous rugged landscapes and stunning countryside. It is the location of Snowdonia National Park, the largest national park in Wales that is a popular place for walking and hiking for locals. With an abundance of wildlife, hills, mountains, waterfalls and rivers, it is the ideal place to get outdoors and explore the best of nature and the British countryside. On the coast of North Wales you’ll find some of the prettiest towns in the region, including the UNESCO town of Conwy, whose castle stands tall over the surrounding landscape. This Wales day tour from Liverpool explores the best that the region has to offer. 

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Springboks to face every home nation in 2024 with November Tests officially confirmed

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The Springboks will officially face every home nation in 2024 after Tests against Scotland, England and Wales in November were confirmed on Monday.

Rassie Erasmus’ men begin their northern tour on November 10 against Scotland in an intriguing battle at Murrayfield before travelling to Twickenham the following weekend for a clash against recent Rugby World Cup rivals England. The proceedings close out against Wales on November 23 in what is their last Test of the year.

“Fantastic” experience

The Springboks will have already faced Wales by then with a Qatar Cup match scheduled against Warren Gatland’s side on June 22 at Twickenham due to a Taylor Swift concert in Cardiff.

The game falls outside of the Test window meaning Erasmus will not have any overseas players available, while there is also an overlap with the United Rugby Championship final which could influence availability.

“As a team, we want to measure ourselves against the top sides in the world consistently, and facing Scotland, Wales, and England on the year-end tour, two of which we faced in the World Cup, will be fantastic for the team and the players,” Erasmus said.

“Wales may have had a disappointing Six Nations campaign, while Scotland won two of their five matches and England three, but they are always a force to be reckoned with at home, so we know we have to be at the top of our game when we line up against them.”

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Massive mid-year

Following the Wales clash, the back-to-back world champions welcome Six Nations holders Ireland to South Africa for a highly anticipated two-Test series that will firmly answer the question of which team is the world’s best. A historic first Test against Portugal completes the mid-year window.

Sandwiched between the mid-year Tests and November tour is the Rugby Championship including a lengthy trip to Australia and two All Blacks matches in South Africa. Erasmus is raring to go in what will be an exciting season for the world number one side.

“We have a challenging season ahead, which features home Test series against Ireland in the Castle Lager Incoming Series and New Zealand in the Castle Lager Rugby Championship, as well a Test against Portugal, two matches against Australia and Argentina, respectively,” he said.

“To face Scotland, England and Wales at the end of the year will certainly spice things up for the team, so we are really looking forward to the season.”

2024 Springboks fixtures

Saturday, 22 June: Springboks vs Wales (Twickenham, London) Saturday, 6 July: Springboks vs Ireland (Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria) Saturday, 13 July: Springboks vs Ireland (Hollywoodbets Kings Park, Durban) Saturday, 20 July: Springboks vs Portugal (Toyota Stadium, Bloemfontein) Saturday, 10 August: Australia vs Springboks (Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane) Saturday, 17 August: Australia vs Springboks (Optus Stadium, Perth) Saturday, 31 August: Springboks vs New Zealand (Emirates Airline Park, Johannesburg) Saturday, 7 September: Springboks v New Zealand (DHL Stadium, Cape Town) Saturday, 21 September: Argentina v Springboks (venue TBC) Saturday, 28 September: Springboks v Argentina (Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit) Sunday, 10 November: Scotland vs Springboks (Murrayfield, Edinburgh) Saturday, 16 November: England vs Springboks (Twickenham, London) Saturday, 23 November: Wales vs Springboks (Principality Stadium, Cardiff)

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When are the rugby Autumn Internationals? Who do England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales play and where? Key dates, fixtures and full schedule as Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and Argentina all travel to the Northern Hemisphere for Tests in the Autumn Nations Series

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The full schedule has been confirmed for rugby's Autumn Internationals, with the giants of the Southern Hemisphere once again coming to take on the Six Nations teams in a busy month of rugby.

England will have Tests against New Zealand and Australia before hosting world champions South Africa, a repeat of their World Cup semi-final, before completing their run of fixtures against Japan.

Six Nations champions Ireland have Friday night matches against New Zealand and Argentina ahead of further games against Fiji and Australia, while the All Blacks' autumn tour also contains trips to France and Italy.

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South Africa also take on Scotland and Wales during their three-Test tour, with Scotland having further games against Fiji, Portugal and Australia during a busy November. Wales' meeting with the Springboks follows matches with Fiji and Australia.

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3.10pm Scotland vs Portugal, Murrayfield

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Sunday November 17

1.40pm - Italy vs Georgia, TBC

4.10pm - Wales vs Australia, Principality Stadium

Friday November 22

8.10pm France vs Argentina, Stade de France

Saturday November 23

3.10pm - Ireland vs Fiji, Aviva Stadium

5.40pm - Wales vs South Africa, Principality Stadium

8.10pm - Italy vs New Zealand, TBC

Sunday November 24

1.40pm Scotland vs Australia, Murrayfield

4.10pm England vs Japan, Twickenham

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