North Wales Explorer Guided Shore Excursion from Holyhead
What your day looks like
Join us in Holyhead for an exciting full-day tour around North Wales. You’ll visit authentic medieval walled town of Conwy with its 14th century castle and quirky mix of shops and cafes plus stops in the alpine style village of Betws y Coed (the Prayer House in the Woods) and views galore in Snowdonia (now called Eryri) National Park with a final stop (time permitting) in the village with the longest railway station name in the world Llanfairpwll! Your tour starts with you being met either off the free shuttle from your ship to the main railway terminus in Holyhead or off the tender into Holyhead Marina. Your experienced cruise ship and Welsh-speaking guide will be there to meet you and direct you to your air-conditioned vehicle. This is a highlights tour where your guide will introduce you to the unique Welsh language and the culture of Wales and its people, along with many stories from the Welsh, such as “Braveheart” to why wool was worth more than gold.
Why travelers choose this experience
- Explore medieval Conwy with its castle, shops, and cafés.
- Visit BetwsyCoed and enjoy Eryri (Snowdonia) views.
- Stop at Llanfairpwll, the village with the longest station name.
- Learn Welsh culture, stories, and language from your local guide.
Your day, step by step
Llandudno
Sightseeing at Conwy Castle.
Conwy
Sightseeing at Betws-y-Coed.
Conwy
Sightseeing at Swallow Falls.
Llangollen
Sightseeing at Llanfairpwllgwyngyll.
Conwy
Sightseeing at Snowdonia National Park.
Before you go
Included
Air-conditioned vehicle Souvenir Map
Not Included
Gratuities Lunch Coffee and/or Tea
What to Bring
Comfortable clothing/shoes Cash for personal expenses
Meeting & Pickup
We provide pick up and drop to the port Pick-up is available at Holyhead - Isle of Anglesey, Wales, LL65 1DJ.
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business