The steam heritage railways of Wales are a very special way to enjoy some of the finest, most ancient and hauntingly beautiful scenery in the British isles.
The steam heritage railways of Wales are a very special way to enjoy some of the finest, most ancient and hauntingly beautiful scenery in the British isles.
One of the most ancient and hauntingly beautiful areas in Europe. Called Eryri in Welsh (the place of eagles), Snowdonia welcomes visitors to a breathtaking natural environment. The steam heritage railways of Wales are a very special way to enjoy some of the finest scenery in the British isles all are narrow gauge, some spanning a history of well over 150 years. You can hear the whistles of the engines and see their plumes of smoke from miles away close up they appear as ferocious dragons whilst from a distance they seem like a giants train set, lost in the enormous landscapes. The special attraction of these lines lies in their modest size, but do not be fooled these are hard working, powerful engines which look, sound and smell glorious in this beautiful environment.
ITINERARY
Monday - Morning departure from Dorset with stops for refreshment to Llanberis with a welcome cuppa while the bags are portered.
Tuesday - Morning visit to Portmeirion, a magical Italianate style village in a stunning sub-tropical garden overlooking the rugged Welsh coast. It found fame as setting for the 1960s TV location of "The Prisoner". This afternoon from nearby Porthmadog we ride on the Ffestiniog Railway and make the climb to over 700 ft - passing waterfalls and lakes, forest and farms - the trains work hard to reach their destination of Blaenau Ffestiniog. This has to be the ultimate heritage railway journey in Wales - steam and scenery combined through the very heart of Snowdonia!
Wednesday - Visit Llandudno, a resort seemingly locked in a time-warp and still retaining much of its lovely Victorian character. We include a ride on the funicular tramway to the top of the Great Orme headland for sensational views over the town and out to sea. A short stop at charming Betws-y-Coed completes the day.
Thursday - The morning is free in Llanberis giving you the opportunity to join a morning train to the summit of Snowdon if you wish (recommend you pre-book) or exploring some of the many attractions in the town. This afternoon we make the short drive to Beddgelert and join a train on the famous Welsh Highland Railway. The train snakes and climbs through the breathtaking scenery of Snowdonia to the summit of the line near Rhyd Ddu. It then descends towards the coast with views of Anglesey to terminate in Caernarfon.
Friday - Homeward bound with a stop in historic Tewkesbury. Return to Dorset early evening.
B=Breakfast, D=Dinner
The Royal Victoria Hotel, Llanberis
Uniquely placed on the edge of Snowdonia National Park in 30 acres of gardens and woodlands, the hotels situation is simply breath-taking. The 106 tastefully decorated bedrooms are all equipped with private bathroom, digital television, hairdryer, telephone, iron/board, wifi and tea tray. Enjoy varied menus and attentive service in the restaurant, then relax with a drink in the Snowdon or Victoria bars the perfect place to unwind and discuss the days sightseeing. Lifts serve all floors and room service is available. Single rooms are very small but fully equipped hence the reasonable supplement.
TOUR PRICE : £595.00 Per Person
Single Room Supplement : £40.00
Price includes : All coach travel, 4 nights hotel accommodation, Half board meals, Ffestiniog railway single fare, Welsh Highland Line single fare, Entry to Portmeirion, Llandudno tram fare, Porterage
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address |
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Beaminster Area | Convenient local point in Beaminster to be advised |
Blandford Area | Convenient local point in Blandford to be advised |
Bournemouth Area | Convenient point in Bournemouth to be advised |
Branksome Area | Convenient point in Branksome to be advised |
Bridport Area | Convenient local point in Bridport to be advised |
Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, Fortuneswell, Portland |
Charlestown | The Alexandra Inn, Chickerell Road, Charlestown |
Chickerell | Bluebird Garage, Chickerell Road |
Corfe Castle | Convenient point in Corfe Castle to be advised |
Courtlands | Portland, Courtlands bus stop |
Dorchester South Station | Dorchester South Station bus stop |
Dorchester TOT | Top O'Town Car Park (by cafe), Dorchester |
Easton | Easton Square, Portland |
Ferndown Area | Convenient local point in Ferndown to be advised |
Foords Corner | Foords Corner bus stop, Wyke Regis |
Jestys Avenue | Bus stop end of Jestys Avenue on Littlemoor Road |
Littlemead | Broadwey, Littlemead bus stop (Swan Inn) |
Lodmoor Hill | Lodmoor Hill Bus Stop (near Post Office) |
Lyme Regis | Convenient local point in Lyme Regis to be advised |
Lyndale bus stop | Wyke Regis, Lyndale Bus Stop |
Nottington | Broadwey, Nottington Corner bus stop |
Other Points in Dorset | Phone us to discuss a convenient pick up. |
Poole Area | Convenient local point in Poole to be advised |
Poundbury QMSE | Poundbury Queen Mother Square bus stop (Coach heading into Dorchester) |
Radipole | Spa Hotel bus stop, Radipole |
Redlands | Redlands, Opposite Garage |
Ringwood Area | Convenient local point in Ringwood to be advised |
Rodwell | Rodwell Traffic Lights, Rodwell Rd/Rodwell Ave |
Sgt Bunn | St Bunn Bakery, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
Sherborne Area | Convenient local point in Sherborne to be advised |
Southwell | Portland, Southwell, Opposite Eight Kings Inn |
St Edmunds Church | St Edmunds Church, Lanehouse Rocks Road |
St Johns Church | Weymouth, St Johns Church, outside Dentist |
St Nicholas Church | St Nicholas Church, Buxton Road, Weymouth |
Sturminster Newton Area | Convenient point in Stur. Newton to be advised |
Swanage Area | Convenient local point in Swanage to be advised |
To be advised | To be advised - Approx. 2 weeks before travel |
Upton Area | Convenient local point in Upton to be advised |
Victoria Square | Victoria Square bus stop, Portland |
Wareham Area | Convenient local point in Wareham to be advised |
Westwey Road | Westwey Rd, Magistrates Court, Weymouth |
Weymouth Bluebird | Weymouth, Outside Bluebird Office, K1 bus stop |
Wimborne Area | Convenient local point in Wimborne to be advised |
Wool Area | Convenient local point in Wool to be advised |
Wyke Smuggler | Smugglers Inn, Wyke Regis |
Yeovil Area | Convenient local point in Yeovil to be advised |
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