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Peaks & Pioneers of North Wales

What's Included?

    Thu 25 – Mon 29 Jun 2026 (4 Nights)

    Meet North Wales’ proud custodians as you explore Gwydir Castle’s haunted Tudor history, savour award-winning spirits at Aber Falls Distillery, and cruise the scenic Menai Strait aboard a classic 1930s ferry with a local guide.

    Look What’s Included

    • Door to Door Service

    • Our Own Courier Service

    • Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

    • 4 Nights Half Board Accommodation

    • Private Tour of Gwydir Castle with the Owners, Including Cream Tea

    • Tour & Tasting at Aber Falls Distillery

    • Scenic Cruise on the Menai Strait aboard Queen of the Sea

    Not Included: All lunches.

    The Celtic Royal Hotel, Caernarfon

    Hotel Facility Symbols: 3-Star * En Suite Bedrooms * TV * Hairdryer * Hospitality Tray * Lift * Indoor Pool

    This stylish three-star hotel is located in the famous coastal town of Caernarfon, North Wales. It has superb leisure facilities, including a sixteen-metre swimming pool. The bright and airy bedrooms all have TV, tea/coffee making facilities to make your stay a comfortable one. 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 rooms with plenty of sofas and armchairs. Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, sauna and steam room.

    Mobility Grade 4: Isolated steps throughout the hotel and there is a lift that serves all floors.

    Supplements:

    1. Single Room: £ Holiday Insurance: £38

    2. (All prices are per person & are for the entire tour)
    Peaks & Pioneers of North Wales

    Itinerary


    Thursday

    Depart Henley-in-Arden this morning and travel to North Wales, arriving late afternoon at the Celtic Royal Hotel for a 4-night stay.

    Friday

    Visit Gwydir Castle, a restored Tudor house in the Conwy Valley, brought back to life by owners Judy Corbett and Peter Welford. Discover its gothic charm and haunted reputation, then enjoy a cream tea and free time in Betws-y-Coed.

    Saturday

    Enjoy a guided tour and tasting at Aber Falls Distillery, North Wales's first distillery since the early 1900s. Learn about sustainable whiskey and gin production, then spend free time in the coastal town of Conwy.

    Sunday

    Spend the morning in Caernarfon before boarding Queen of the Sea, a 1930s ferry operated by the same family for over 80 years. Guided by 6th-generation pilot Emrys Jones, cruise the scenic Menai Strait.

    Monday

    After breakfast, we leave for home

    Departure dates

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    25 Jun 2026 5 Days £859.00 Book now Request call back

    Pick up points

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    Name Address
    Henley in Arden Depot Park & Ride, Johnsons Depot
    Liveridge House Liveridge Hill, Henley in Arden

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